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Skunk Water: A Weapon That Uses Stench to Control Crowds
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Developed in Israel, this foul-smelling liquid has been used on Palestinian and Israeli protesters - and it's showing up in the United States.
Experts Divided on Whether Fidget Spinners Help Kids With ADHD
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Some experts see benefits for children with ADHD, but scientific evidence remains short. HowStuffWorks looks at fidget spinners and kids with ADHD.
Can You Sue Over 'Third-hand Smoke' Exposure?
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Could there be a day when people sue over tobacco residue left behind in a building's walls or carpet? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Why Are Cats So Obsessed With Laser Pointers?
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What makes cats hunt a laser pointer? Learn more about cats and laser pointers in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Euthanasia Coaster: A Roller Coaster Designed to Kill Riders
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In 2010, a Lithuanian artist conceptualized a roller coaster fast enough to kill people who wanted a novel way to die. The idea is resonating again.
How Gin and Tonic Became the Ultimate Cocktail Combo
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The gin and tonic, that cool, fresh, citrusy summer delight, has a long and romantic history, beginning with its use as a 'cure' for malaria.
Fast and Furious Hibachi-style Grilling Is Both Dinner and Theater
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The word "hibachi" has its origins in Japan, where it translates to "fire pot."
What Makes a Scent Soothing?
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Why do most of us start relaxing as soon as we smell lavender or vanilla? Is it the memories they conjure up or is there a chemical reason?
Is It OK for Nondisabled People to Use the Big Bathroom Stall?
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HowStuffWorks finds out whether it's legal for anyone to use the bathroom stall reserved for people with disabilities or in wheelchairs.
Scientists Develop Quick-Growing Coral Method to Save Dying Reefs
Coral grows faster when it's cut or broken and scientists are taking advantage of that to replenish depleted reefs.