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Goodbye to Allergies? Scientists Discover How to Trick Body's Immune System
Northwestern University researchers have a 'Trojan horse' strategy for treating asthma and allergies. HowStuffWorks Now explains.
The History of Makeup Is Surprisingly Elitist
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For centuries, cosmetics were markers of social standing. Delve into the history of makeup around the world at HowStuffWorks.
The Germans Have a Word for the Slow Days of Late Summer: Sommerloch
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You know that time in summer when everything slows down and not much is going on? The German word sommerloch neatly sums it up. But where did it come from?
What's the Difference Between Caster Sugar and Regular Sugar?
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Caster sugar is a term you may have come across in a British baking book or website. But what does it mean really? And what sugar can you substitute for it?
Meet the World's Longest Sea-Crossing Bridge
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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is 34 miles (55 kilometers) long and connects the territories of Hong Kong and Macao to mainland China for the first time.
Natural Spray Triples Shelf Life of Fruits and Vegetables
Apeel is a new spray that creates a moisture barrier against produce rot. HowStuffWorks takes a look at how it works.
How Do Airplanes Get Inflight WiFi and Live TV?
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Ever sat on an airplane and wondered how your laptop works at 30,000 feet?
You've Heard of Smallpox, But What Was the Great Pox?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the surprising relationship between syphilis and smallpox.
Smart Wallpaper Contains Fire Alarm
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Researchers in China have developed a non-toxic "smart" wallpaper that won't burn and triggers an alarm when it gets hot.
Why are mermaids on ships' prows considered good luck?
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It's a long-standing sailor tradition to put a mermaid on a ship's prow. Learn why mermaids on ships' prows are considered good luck at HowStuffWorks.