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Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?
You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
Understanding Hormone Medications
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Learn how hormone medications, including oral contraceptives and anti-inflammatory drugs, mimic the effects of naturally produced hormones.
Taurus Personality: April 21 - May 20
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Taurus is the second sign of the astrological year and is known by its astrological symbol, the Bull. Learn about Taurus personality traits.
Wolves Are Probably Smarter Than Our Dogs
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A new study put dogs and wolves head to head in the intelligence department. Guess which species won? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Micro-lattice Metal: The future of lightweight cars?
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Lightweight microlattice metal just might be the future of featherweight cars. Learn more about microlattice metal at HowStuffWorks.
Nikola Tesla's Cat and Other Feline Fascinations
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If it wasn't for Nikola Tesla's cat, we might not have electricity. Part-Time Genius cohosts discuss this and other little-known cats in history.
Making a Car Last for 300,000 Miles Is Totally Possible — Here's How
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How can you make a car last 300,000 miles? Learn more about extending a car's life in this HowStuffWorks Now article and CarStuff podcast.
Do Psychics Ever Really Break the Case?
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Psychics often try to help police solve crimes, but how many times are they really successful? Stuff They Don't Want You To Know explores some cases.
Does a ring around the moon mean rain is coming soon?
We humans have figured out a lot of strange ways to measure the weather. A cricket's chirps can tell us the temperature. The open scales on a pinecone signal a dry spell. But can a ring around the moon really predict rainy days ahead?
Ethylene Oxide Is a Carcinogen You Need to Know About
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The EPA deemed ethylene oxide a carcinogen in 2016, yet many cities across the U.S. are being polluted with the invisible gas. HowStuffWorks explains.