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The Ridiculous History of the Chastity Belt
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Chastity belts were supposedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to keep them from having sex. A literal lock for a woman's nether regions. But how much truth is there to this torture device?
7 Facts About Arcturus, the Red Giant Star
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Arcturus is 113 times brighter than our sun, even though it's only a little bigger. What else should we know about this red giant?
The Curse of Beauty: How Helen of Troy Was Blamed for Sparking the Trojan War
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She was said to be the most beautiful woman in Greece and the bearer of the "face that launched a thousand ships."
4 Ways to Experience Outer Space Right Here on Earth
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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and his brother plan to blast into space next month. But even if you're not related to a billionaire, you can still experience the fun of space at a 'down-to-Earth' price.
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.
Research Center Seeks to Separate Ninja Fact From Fiction
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A new ninja research center opened in Japan. HowStuffWorks looks at the myth of the ninja and what the research center hopes to solve and study.
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.
Will Drones Replace News Helicopters?
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How are video drones affecting the news industry? Can journalists use drones in place of helicopters? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
7 Times Misleading Movie Trailers Didn't Align with the Film
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Why doesn't a preview always represent the movie it's advertising? Learn more about misleading movie trailers in this HowStuffWorks article.
The 'Stardew Valley' Quiz
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It's one of the biggest games on Steam, with no sign of slowing down. Take our quiz to find out why the "Harvest Moon"-like "Stardew Valley" is so much more than just another sim game!