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The Voracious Spotted Lanternfly Is Invading the Eastern U.S.
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The invasive spotted lanternfly is spreading across the Eastern U.S. Here's what you need to know about this voracious pest.
Sticks, Stones and Knucklebones: The History of Dice
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Whether bone or stone, plastic or fuzz, dice have been rolled by people looking for a little luck in civilizations throughout recorded history.
Why Can't You Work From Anywhere if You Work From Home?
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Your permanent work from home gig may have you thinking of permanently relocating to a beach house or a foreign country. But before you do that, check with your employer. Some may not be cool with you making this move.
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.
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.
Why Comedians Name Their Characters and Shows After Themselves
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From Mary Tyler Moore to Jerry Seinfeld, from Tim Allen to Issa Rae, why so much character-actor name overlap in sitcoms? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Why Didn't Russia Sell Alaska to Canada?
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It made geographical sense for Russia to sell its territory of Alaska to Canada, but it opted to sell it to the U.S. instead. Why was that?
Do Our Driving Skills Diminish When Technology Takes Over?
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Studies are finding that the more technology and safety features we have in our cars, the worse we drive. Find out why at HowStuffWorks.
The Venice Biennale Is the 'Olympics of Art'
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The Venice Biennale, the oldest biennial art exhibition in the world, is a showcase of all that is new in the world of art, attracting over 500,000 people during its 7-month run.
Scientists Make History by Growing Plants in Soil From Moon
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University of Florida scientists used lunar soil collected during Apollo 11, 12 and 17 missions to successfully grow plants from seed. It's a first in human history and could help future space colonists grow food on the moon.