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Why did Thomas Edison electrocute an elephant?

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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?

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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.

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