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Why You Should Totally Dig Prairie Dogs

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These chunky little guys aren't dogs at all. They're actually part of the rodent family and they're shockingly smart.

Who Invented Graham Crackers and Why?

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Graham crackers were invented by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham as part of a radical 19th-century diet. His goal? To curb joy and sexual desires.

How the Necco Wafer Has Lasted This Long

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These colorful, chalk-like wafers hit the market in 1847. But they certainly aren't the most flavorful of treats. So why are they the classic candy we love to hate?

Car Dealerships Get Creative to Entice Buyers

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The era of stale and boring car showrooms are over. HowStuffWorks looks at how dealers are upping the ante to lure buyers.

Who Is the Sandman?

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Is he a jolly little man in jammies or a monster carrying a sack of eyeballs? European legend says the Sandman is probably both.

Scary Prehistoric 'Hell Pigs' Once Roamed the Earth

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These super-frightening entelodonts (aka hell pigs) once patrolled throughout Eurasia, North America and Africa.

Why Doesn't the First Lady Get Paid?

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First ladies have traditionally played significant roles at the White House. HowStuffWorks breaks down their duties and why they do it all for free.

How Do We Find Things in the Blackness of Space?

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How are the exact positions of objects in space tracked? HowStuffWorks checks out the science of mapping in space.

Why Adults Adopt Other Adults

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Although we associate adoption mainly with children, there are many good reasons why one adult may adopt another. There are also some fraudulent ones too.

How to Get a Tax Deduction Due to Bad Debt

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A tax deduction for bad debt can help you write it off on your taxes. See how to get a tax deduction due to bad debt.

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