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Why Do Some Cultures Believe the Number Four Is Unlucky?
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In Beijing, it's not possible to get a vehicle license plate that has the number 4 on it. Some cultures take their numbers phobia very seriously. What's the deal with 4?
How Shrunken Heads Work
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If you think that shrinking a human head isn't possible, read on at HowStuffWorks for a frightening primer on the ritual and those that perform it.
The Asian Geography Quiz
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Asia has an extremely varied geography, from mountains to plains to plateaus. Take this quiz to see how much you know about the world's most populous continent.
Are any superstitions universal across cultures?
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Are there any universal superstitions, or are they specific to certain cultures? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How Geisha Work
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The novel "Memoirs of a Geisha" depicts geisha in the World War II era -- but it's fiction. Find out how geisha fit into Japanese culture.
Why Don't We All Use the Same Time Zone?
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The world has only had time zones since the late 1800s. Some people think we should eliminate them and have just one universal time instead.
Can You Recognize All of These Hoofed Animals?
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The world is full of ungulates, those hoofed creatures running around with their clip-cloppy hard-toed feet. How many do you think you can identify? Saddle up and let's see!
Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.
Tree Pictures
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These tree pictures will allow you to stroll through the world of walnuts, maples, redwoods and more. Check out these tree pictures at HowStuffWorks.