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Umami has been called the fifth taste, joining the traditional quartet of salty, sweet, bitter and sour. Learn what gives food an umami taste.

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Automotive recalls help to fix problems with cars and keep our roads safer. Learn more about automotive recalls in this article from HowStuffWorks.

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