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Has science explained life after death?
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Life after death is a concept that has left some researchers wondering what causes near-death experiences. Learn about life after death theories.
What is star jelly?
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Star jelly sounds like it could be some sort of cosmic spread for toast -- complete with a flashy label boasting, "Now with 50 percent more universe!" Unfortunately, the real story of star jelly is far less tasty -- and far more terrestrial.
How Kryptonite Works
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Learn all about the radioactive mineral known as kryptonite.
Bad Luck Comes in Threes: Separating Superstition from Reality
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Explore the belief that bad luck comes in threes. Uncover origins, cultural influences, and the psychology behind the superstition.
How Does a Gas Pump Know When to Stop?
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The days of spilling gasoline all over our shoes are pretty much over. But it begs the question: How does a gas pump know when to stop? Read this simple explanation of the mechanics that cause a gas pump to shut off when the tank is full.
Did an Alien Contact Japanese Fishermen in 1803?
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Were Japanese fishermen visited by a beautiful Russian spy in 1803 - or was it an alien? Stuff They Don't Want You To Know digs in at HowStuffWorks.
You May Be Dressed to the Nines for Special Occasions
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Have you ever seen someone so well-dressed that they looked ready to walk onto the red carpet? To describe someone who's gone all out, putting on their finest clothes to make a stylish impression, you might say they have dressed to the nines.
Why are humans altruistic?
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Why are humans altruistic? Even when it might hurt us? See concepts and ideas on why humans are altruistic at Discovery Health.
Why Do We Get So Much Pleasure From Symmetry?
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Why do we love looking at a perfectly stacked display of soup cans or six flower petals around a stamen? Our brains seem wired for it -- but why?
Lapis Lazuli Found in Teeth of Medieval European Woman
The pigment ultramarine was as expensive as gold in medieval Europe; so how did it end up in the teeth of a nun buried at a monastery in rural Germany?