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Who Named Planet Earth?

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All of the planets in the solar system are named for Greek gods, except Earth. So where did the name come from?

Namaste: It Doesn't Just Mean Yoga Class Is Over

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The meaning of 'namaste' is often muddled in the Western world. HowStuffWorks explores the origins of 'namaste' and why people around the world say it.

What was the first cartoon made for existing toys?

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It's expected these days to have cartoons based on kids' toys. Learn about the first cartoon made for an existing toy at HowStuffWorks.

Can We Guess Your Favorite NHL Team?

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It's time to bundle up, drink some beer, and yell incessantly at a bunch of dudes on skates. Of all the professional sports fans out there, we know that hockey fans are definitely the most intense. Can we guess your favorite NHL team? Take our quiz to find out!

What's the Difference Between Sweet Potatoes and Yams?

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Think sweet potatoes and yams are the same? Think again. These two tubers are totally different. Yams aren't even potatoes.

9 Pagan Christmas Traditions That Inspired Today's Celebrations

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When people celebrate Christmas today, they’re often following customs that long predate Christianity. Many pagan Christmas traditions evolved from ancient winter solstice festivals, adapted by early Christians as they spread their faith through Europe.

How Christmas Works

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Christmas is celebrated by hundreds of millions of people around the world each year. But what do presents, three wise men and Jesus have to do with each other anyway?

Tips for Growing Bulbs

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For colorful flowers that come back year after year, bulbs can't be beat. Learn more about these unique, beautiful plants.

The Plant Quiz

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Every species and category of plant we can come across is vastly unique from one another, and their function in the world is even more distinctive. Can you ace this quiz on the differences and intricacies within the plant world?

Can You Name These Common Beauty Tools?

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You might be a savage beauty, but are you a savvy one? That's what this quiz will test. Prove that your beauty knowledge runs deep⁠ - identify these insane beauty tools!

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