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How to Wash Fiberglass Out of Clothing
Fiberglass is no fun to work with. And it's even less fun trying to wash it out of your clothes. We'll tell you how to do it.
Which hit farther: wood bats or aluminum bats?
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Do wood bats or aluminum bats hit farther? Find out whether wood or aluminum bats hit farther in this article from HowStuffWorks.
8 States With the Most Tornadoes in the U.S.
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A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that stretches from thunderstorms to the ground. In an average year, hundreds of tornadoes occur in the United States, especially in a region famously dubbed Tornado Alley.
How Earthworms Work
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Earthworms aren't just good for fish bait. Read about earthworm anatomy, reproduction and life as an earthworm at HowStuffWorks.
How Well Do You Know Midwestern Lingo?
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Oh Jeez, this is quite the quiz we have here. If you think you know how to say "front room" like a Chicagoan, we dare you to take this quiz. Let's see how you'd fare in a conversation with a true Midwesterner.
What does 'No Added Sugar' really mean?
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When you see a 'No Added Sugar' label, just what exactly does that mean? Learn about food labels and sugar-free products at HowStuffWorks.
Robert Wadlow: Gentle Giant's Extraordinary Life
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At 8 feet 11 inches, Robert Wadlow remains the tallest man in recorded history. His remarkable height shaped a short but unforgettable life.
10 States With the Highest Property Tax: Know Before Buying
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Property taxes may not grab headlines like income taxes, but they can take a serious bite out of your budget. So, which places hit homeowners the hardest?
10 Abortion-friendly States in a Post-Roe v. Wade Nation
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Abortion-friendly states are where abortion access is protected by law after the Supreme Court overturned Roe.
How to Volunteer at the African Scientific Research Institute
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The African Scientific Research Institute excavates and recreates the histories of communities founded by former slaves. Read about the work of the ASRI.