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5 Things You Didn't Know About Your Belly Button

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HowStuffWorks explores little-know facts about belly buttons, like why there is lint inside and why some people don't have a navel.

Which Motorcycle Best Fits Your Personality?

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Whether you have ever done it or not, it is an indisputable fact that riding a motorcycle is one of the coolest things known to man. Which one best fits your vibe?

A Hot Dog a Day Increases Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer By 21 Percent

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The Cancer Project's latest billboard shows a pack of hot dogs coming out of a pack of cigarettes. At first I thought this was somewhat dramatic but the fact of the matter is that it's a fair comparison.

How Embalming Works

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You may know that the ancient Egyptians used embalming in mummification. But they weren't the first to embalm their dead, nor were they the last. In fact, it's still being done today.

5 Things You Didn't Know About Marie Antoinette

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How much do you know about Marie Antoinette? HowStuffWorks Now gives you five facts about the misunderstood French queen on her birthday.

How Ninja Work

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Get a load of this: ninja fact, ninja fiction, and some of the most clever, terrifying weapons used by the shadowy mercenaries of ancient Japan. Find out the true story of the ninja.

What Is Moonshine and How Is Moonshine Made?

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Moonshining has evolved from backwood stills in the South. In fact, it's downright trendy in some bars. But, why is homebrewing and winemaking legal, but not distilling your own moonshine?

Oleander Is a Poisonous Plant, Not a Cure for COVID-19

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Despite being pretty in pink, oleander is a highly poisonous plant. And now it's being touted as a cure for COVID-19. We'll break down the facts from fiction.

5 Green Methods to Survive the Apocalypse

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The green movement isn't going to die just because the world ends. In fact, sustainable types might even have a leg up post-apocalypse. Here's how.

'Nightingale' Floors Served as Security Warning System in Ancient Japan

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In 17th century Japan, wealthy citizens built homes with "nightingale floors" that squeaked, warning them of intruders. In fact, the floors squeaked louder when the steps got lighter.

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