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8 Famous 'Harry Potter' Spells and Their Real-life Origins
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Something that makes the "Harry Potter" books fun to read for adults - not just kids - is author J. K. Rowling's use of wordplay. Names are often literary references or jokes, and many of the "Harry Potter" spells provide a clear hint at their function for anyone familiar with Latin or Greek.
Do You Have to Pull Over for a Funeral Procession?
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Few rules on funeral processions are enshrined in law; most are just customs. But that doesn't mean you should break them.
What is pyrokinesis?
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We humans have no problem dreaming up superpowers we wish we had. There's flight, invincibility and super strength. But what about pyrokinesis or starting fires with our minds? Is that a real-life thing or comic-book fantasy?
Should you hang up your landline during a thunderstorm?
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If you're in a thunderstorm, then your top priority is safety. It might sound like a good idea to call your loved ones and let them know you're okay, but hold the phone a moment. See those lightning bolts outside? They've got other ideas.
Why Aren't Seat Belts Required on All School Buses?
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Most school buses in the U.S. don't have seat belts, leaving the children inside vulnerable to injury in a crash. HowStuffWorks wants to know why.
Get Over It! Boxed Wine Is Better Than Bottled
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Boxed wine has a stigma, and HowStuffWorks explains why there's no need for it. It tastes as good, lasts longer and is more eco-friendly than bottled.
Is beer really good for your hair?
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Should you open a brewski instead of a conditioner? Learn whether beer is really good for your hair at HowStuffWorks.
What Does SOS Mean?
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SOS was the most commonly used distress signal from the turn of the 20th century until before WWII. But exactly what does SOS mean?
The World's Oldest Tattoo Shop Has Been in Business Since 1300
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For centuries, Razzouk Tattoo in Jerusalem has provided tattoos to pilgrims and posers, using hand-carved wooden stamps, some of which are 500 years old.
Who Invented the Telegraph?
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The telegraph was a groundbreaking invention that transformed communication in the 19th century. Explore its impact on news media and global connectivity.