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The Once-banned Gooseberry Has Made a Comeback in the U.S.

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The U.S. banned the gooseberry in the early 1900s because it contributed to white pine blister rust disease. But few states outlaw it anymore, so eat up!

Why You Need More Lentils in Your Life

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These colorful legumes pack a powerful punch when it comes to nutrition. Plus they're versatile, easy to cook and taste great.

What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?

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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.

Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward

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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land - 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.

Why Are Magnetars So Scary?

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A magnetar is a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field. Astronomers consider them among the scariest objects in the universe, but why?

Could We Build Our Own Gundams?

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Well, heck yeah, we can, and we have. Let's take a look.

Getting a Pet Rabbit? 4 Things to Know First

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Rabbits can make great pets but require some special knowledge and care. HowStuffWorks looks at some of the challenges of owning a bunny.

U.S. Farmers Eye Hemp as a New Cash Crop

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Congress passed the farm bill with a provision that will legalize hemp farming. HowStuffWorks looks at whether it will be America's next gold rush.

Boeing's Everett Facility Is the Largest Building on Earth

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With 36,000 workers, it has its own fire department, banks, day care facilities, medical clinic and water treatment plant.

Frederick Douglass' North Star Newspaper Relaunched

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HowStuffWorks goes inside the relaunch of Frederick Douglass' 19th century abolitionist newspaper, The North Star.

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