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Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
Can a Black Widow Spider Kill You?
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Black widow spider venom can be deadly but how likely are you to be bitten? It might surprise you that these arachnids are on the shy side.
Why Do People Eat Dirt?
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Geophagy is the worldwide phenomenon of people eating dirt. HowStuffWorks takes a look at this counterintuitive practice and why people do it.
Do men and women need different deodorants?
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Are women's deodorants that much different than men's, and do the genders need different deodorants? Learn about men's and women's deodorants.
Does Ebola affect people who are Rh-negative?
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Can you get Ebola if you're Rh-negative? Learn about the connection between Ebola and being Rh-negative at HowStuffWorks.
Why doesn't tear-free shampoo sting your eyes?
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Some say the real reason "no tear" shampoo works is that it has Novocain in it, desensitizing babies to its sting. Fact or urban legend?
Dogs Need to Wear Seat Belts, Too. Here's Why
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Buckle up Fido! That's right. Your furry friend should be wearing a seat belt in the car. Not just for their safety, but for yours, too.
What's with China and lead poisoning?
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Lead poisoning in China is a major problem across the country because of pollution. Learn about the 2007 toy recall due to lead poisoning in China.
The Aztec Death Whistle Was Haunting for Good Reason
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The Aztec death whistle produces a chilling scream-like noise. Learn about its origins, cultural meanings, and theories behind why the Aztecs used it.
Oedipus Complex: Digging Into Freud's Controversial Theory
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Delve into Freud's Oedipus complex, a theory suggesting children experience unconscious desires for their opposite-sex parent and rivalry with their same-sex parent.