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Amber Hagerman: The Abduction That Inspired AMBER Alerts
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By now, it's probably a familiar sound: jarring, ear-splitting tones that sound from your mobile device. Known as an AMBER Alert, these emergency notifications can be pivotal in finding abducted children. Named after Amber Hagerman, the system started in 1996.
Fattest Cat in the World Weighed More Than a 4-Year-Old Child
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In 1986, Himmy the cat set a record no cat will ever be able to beat — at least not in the eyes of the Guinness World Records. The organization named Himmy the fattest cat in the world. About a decade later, in 1998, Guinness decided it would no longer award this record as it didn't want to encourage pet owners to overfeed their cats in hopes of dethroning Himmy.
Ghost Tape No. 10: The Haunted Mixtape of the Vietnam War
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In one of its more bizarre moments, the U.S. Army created voice tapes of allegedly wandering souls to depress Viet Cong morale.
What in the World Are Tonsil Stones?
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Never heard of tonsil stones? They're nasty little stones that can form in your throat. So should you freak out if you have them?
Don't Waffle On This: Take the Waffle House Quiz
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Think you know your scattered from your smothered? Take this HowStuffWorks Waffle House Quiz and find out.
How to Upgrade Your Shower, James Bond Style
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Whether you call it a contrast shower, a Scottish shower or a James Bond shower, it's guaranteed to wake you up. Here's why people are trying it.
Why does salt make you thirsty?
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Why does salt make you so thirsty? Learn about salt and thirst at HowStuffWorks.
Is a washcloth a bad idea for cleansing your face?
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Are washcloths bad for your face? See if washcloths clean better and if there are disadvantages. Find out if washcloths are bad for your face.
Another Way to Pray
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Another way to pray can be good information to know for your overall health. Learn more about another way to pray from Discovery Health.
The Super Mario Quiz
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How much do you really know about the iconic video game series? Take HowStuffWorks' Super Mario quiz to find out.