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Fruit Bats Are the Best Pollinators (and Suppliers of Tequila)
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You read that right. Fruit bats are instrumental in pollinating hundreds of plants, including the agave, a key ingredient in tequila.
Green Screens and the Art of Filming Crazy Cool Effects
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They've become commonplace in Hollywood moviemaking, but green screens aren't just for big-budget films. They're popular with vloggers and YouTubers now, too.
The Nose Knows: 5 Questions to Ask Before a Septum Piercing
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Septum piercing has been a worldwide symbol of beauty in many cultures, but there are some things to know before you take the plunge and pierce.
Tell Us if You'd Give These Things Up for Lent and We'll Guess if You're Going to Heaven or Hell
Lent is a season of fasting in preparation for Easter. But people these days often jump from Mardi Gras to Easter without giving up anything. What are you willing to give up? Try on these temptations and we'll tell you where you belong!
Why You Should Consider Using a Private Search Engine
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Private browsers and search engines can shield your sensitive data, ward off third-party ads and trackers, and provide a safer browsing experience.
Where Did the NATO Phonetic Alphabet Come From?
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You've surely heard it in the movies even if you've never used it. So who came up with the phonetic alphabet and why is it used?
Why Can't You Work From Anywhere if You Work From Home?
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Your permanent work from home gig may have you thinking of permanently relocating to a beach house or a foreign country. But before you do that, check with your employer. Some may not be cool with you making this move.
Is Your Hospital Diverting Ambulances Because of COVID-19?
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In the latest COVID-19 surge, many hospitals across the country are on diversion, meaning they're asking ambulances to take patients elsewhere. Here's how that could affect you.
How Barbie's Boyfriend Ken Became an Accidental Gay Icon
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The 1993 case of Earring Magic Ken shows how marketing and focus groups can inadvertently create a kitsch classic. Mattel found this out the hard way.
Should You Buy a Used Rental Car?
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Buyer beware: HowStuffWork breaks down the pros and cons of purchasing a used rental car.