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Fruit Bats Are the Best Pollinators (and Suppliers of Tequila)
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You read that right. Fruit bats are instrumental in pollinating hundreds of plants, including the agave, a key ingredient in tequila.
Spotted Horses Aren't All Appaloosas, and All Appaloosas Aren't Spotted
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It's not the spots, but the mutation of a certain gene, that makes a horse an Appaloosa.
Sticks, Stones and Knucklebones: The History of Dice
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Whether bone or stone, plastic or fuzz, dice have been rolled by people looking for a little luck in civilizations throughout recorded history.
How Barbie's Boyfriend Ken Became an Accidental Gay Icon
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The 1993 case of Earring Magic Ken shows how marketing and focus groups can inadvertently create a kitsch classic. Mattel found this out the hard way.
Why Comedians Name Their Characters and Shows After Themselves
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From Mary Tyler Moore to Jerry Seinfeld, from Tim Allen to Issa Rae, why so much character-actor name overlap in sitcoms? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Do Our Driving Skills Diminish When Technology Takes Over?
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Studies are finding that the more technology and safety features we have in our cars, the worse we drive. Find out why at HowStuffWorks.
From 'Cinderella' to 'The Bear Prince': International Fairy Tales Quiz
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Every culture has its fairy tales to teach and entertain, but you may be surprised to learn how the themes of these stories transcend borders. Take our quiz to see how much you know about tales from nations near and far.
The April Fools' Day Quiz
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If you think you know everything there is to know about pranks and hoaxes, the joke just may be on you. Take this quiz to learn why the merrymaking day came to be, how it's celebrated in different places and some of the best pranks of all time.
5 Tips for Teaching Kids About Sustainable Living
As with most lessons, children learn by watching their parents, so it's up to you to teach them how to live a sustainable life.
The Great American Sandwich: A Look at Sandwich Trends in the Country's Biggest Cities
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The great American sandwich can be found in many pockets across the country. What's your favorite great American sandwich?