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10 Bizarre Treatments Doctors Used to Think Were Legit
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From tobacco smoke enemas to whirling chairs, doctors have tried almost everything to cure human disease.
How the Tesla Powerwall Works
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There's no question that people are interested in solar energy. The problem has been how to store it. Could the much-hyped Powerwall home battery change that scenario?
Do DIY tooth polishers really work?
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Do DIY tooth polishers really work? TV ads tell you how white your teeth can be in the comfort of your home, but do DIY tooth polishers work? Find out.
The Superb Moon Quiz
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Find out what you really know about moons, supermoons and moon landings with our HowStuffWorks quiz.
Pixie Frog: This Giant African Bullfrog Is Neither Dainty Nor Magical
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The pixie frog is not the kind of frog you'd find hopping harmlessly around your garden pond. Also called the African giant bullfrog, this enormous amphibian is known scientifically as Pyxicephalus adspersus.
5 Chimps Who Grew Up in Human Families
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HowStuffWorks looks at five families found out the hard way that chimps will always be chimps.
How Air Purifiers Work
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Americans spend an estimated $250 million annually on air purifiers for their homes. Learn why people buy air purifiers and how they work.
See If You Can Identify These Freshwater Fish From an Image!
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There are a wide variety of freshwater fish that inhabit the lakes, rivers and streams in various parts of the world. Today, we're testing your knowledge on all of these types of fish! Do you think you know the difference between a rainbow trout and a striped bass! Try this fishy quiz now!
Viper Snake Species Are Always Venomous
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Vipers are venomous snakes that belong to the scientific family Viperidae, which includes hundreds of species spread across multiple continents. Known for its potent viper venom, retractable fangs and deadly strikes, the viper snake family has evolved to thrive in diverse environments.
Could gene therapy cure baldness?
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Hair loss affects millions of Americans -- men, women and even children. That's why a recent gene therapy study from a research group at the University of Pennsylvania has many people excited.