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10 Design Flaws in the Average Home
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Just about everyone's home has something that could be improved. And sometimes design choices are to blame. Learn about the 10 most common design flaws in the typical house.
Why Rudeness Is So Contagious
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Will and Mango from Part-Time Genius explore the subject of rudeness - why it's dangerous to our health and why we can't stop thinking about it.
Does juggling exercise your brain?
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Does juggling exercise your brain? Read about how juggling could boost your brainpower.
What is going on during a near-death experience?
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Near-death experiences have been researched and discussed for some time. Find out what happens during a near-death experience at Discovery Health.
How Do Airline Pilots Know Turbulence Is Coming Up?
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Predicting turbulence isn't an exact science, but airline pilots use a variety of tools both high-tech and low before asking you to buckle up.
How Crying Works
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Everyone cries. For some it's an emotional response, while others just shed tears when chopping onions. Are tears a way for us to cleanse our bodies?
Teen Bedroom Decorating Ideas
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Decorating your teen's room is a great opportunity for collaboration. Learn funky, youthful decorating ideas that remain practical.
Why are otters playful?
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Playful otters often wrestle, slide and play with their food. Learn how otters are playful and use fun and games as ways to improve their survival tactics.
Why do lullabies work?
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Research has proven lullabies can lower stress levels in babies. Learn why lullabies work at HowStuffWorks.
How Traffic Works
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Traffic can cause us to spend up to two weeks in our car each year. Learn about traffic and find out which cities have the worst traffic in the world.