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Why You'll Go Bananas for Mangosteens

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Sometimes referred as the 'queen of fruit,' the mangosteen has a soft white interior, a mild taste.

What Exactly Is Sea Foam?

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Anyone who's been to the ocean has probably seen the foamy white stuff that clings to the sand after a wave breaks and recedes, but what the heck causes that bubbly foam and is it dangerous?

How to Maintain a Clean Humidifier

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Winter time often means hauling out the humidifier to improve air quality. But ignoring the cleaning instructions could add to your health problems.

Are Creatures Living Among Us in Parallel Dimensions?

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We've yet to find intelligent life outside of planet Earth. But instead of space, should we be looking right here but in other dimensions?

The Scutoid: How We Discover New Shapes

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Spanish researchers recently uncovered a new geometric shape that allows human tissue to curve. But how?

Actually, We're Not Overdoing It on the Salt

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A new study concluded that most people were not damaging themselves with too much salt. HowStuffWorks finds out why.

What Is the Tax Rate for Lottery Winnings?

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Mega Millions and the Powerball lotteries have collectively hit over $1 billion. But if you happen to win one (or both) how much will Uncle Sam want?

Are millions of modern humans the direct descendants of Genghis Khan?

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Are millions of people the direct descendants of Genghis Khan? Find out and explore the history and genealogy of Genghis Khan.

How can a telescope see through time?

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Light travels pretty rapidly, but when it comes to faraway galaxies, that light takes a while to reach our telescopes. In fact, the light you see might actually be from billions of years ago.

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