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Why do people think it's bad luck not to blow out all the birthday candles in one breath?
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Blowing out all your birthday candles in one breath is thought to be lucky. But why? Find out why we think it is bad luck to miss a candle or two.
Do feral cats spread disease?
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It can be hard for cat-lovers to resist feeding local strays, but they may carry diseases. Learn more about feral cats and disease at HowStuffWorks.
How Tall Was Napoleon Bonaparte? Actually Pretty Average
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If someone of small stature exhibits bullying behavior, that person is sometimes said to have a Napoleon complex. Did Napoleon himself have one, though?
Do Hares and Rabbits Really Go Crazy in March?
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Rabbits and hares can be fluffy bundles of laziness or superbly rambunctious, but do they really go crazy in March?
Why do we vomit when we see something gross?
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Have you ever had the urge to vomit when you've seen something gross? Find out why nasty things make our stomachs churn at HowStuffWorks.
Can you get college credit for MOOC classes?
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You have just finished that algebra MOOC from an Ivy League university. Learn if you can get college credit for your MOOC classes at HowStuffWorks.com
What's a polymer?
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Polymers are the basic components in so many of the products we use each day. Learn how more about how polymers work.
What Does It Mean When a Dance Card Is Full?
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In an era of strict social rules, dance cards let gentlemen "claim" ladies for their turn on the floor. A full dance card was a sign of popularity.
What's the most polite country in the world?
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A country's 'politeness' depends in part on how easy it is to make friends there. Learn what country is the most polite in the world at HowStuffWorks.
What If We Had Two Suns?
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Double the suns means double the suntan, double the solar energy and double the awesome sunsets, right? Well, not exactly. Having two suns might sound fun, but it would probably make for a pretty different environment here on Earth.