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Why Do We Care About the First 100 Days?
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A new U.S. president is under pressure to produce in those first 100 days in office. Why is that and does it really matter?
Ridiculous History: Guy Fawkes and One Killer Marketing Campaign
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Guy Fawkes Day occurs every fifth of November. Time to learn about Fawkes and his everlasting place in history at HowStuffWorks Now.
How Doctor On Demand Works
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Not crazy about going into your doctor's or therapist's office these days? You might be interested in a telemedicine service like Doctor on Demand. Here's how it works.
Binaural Beats: Does This Auditory Illusion Really Calm Your Brain?
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This new form of sound therapy takes advantage of the fact that a different frequency in each ear yields a third frequency that can allegedly calm you down or improve your focus. Does it really work? Our writer tried it out.
Who Invented Graham Crackers and Why?
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Graham crackers were invented by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham as part of a radical 19th-century diet. His goal? To curb joy and sexual desires.
Mrs. Cheng: The Most Successful Pirate in History
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HowStuffWorks looks at the career of Mrs. Cheng, aka Ching Shih, a famous female pirate of the 19th century who patrolled the South China Sea.
Behind the Scenes at Supercross
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What does it take to put on Supercross, one of fastest, high-flying motorcycle races in the world? HowStuffWorks goes there to find out.
Wasps Have an Image Problem, But Here's Why We Need Them
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Just like bees, wasps are pollinators that are also endangered. But you rarely hear anyone pleading to save wasps. A study finds out why.
Are There Tornadoes in Europe?
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North America certainly has many claims to fame. It's got the Great Lakes, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls -- all pretty impressive stuff. But can it claim tornadoes as uniquely its own -- and if so, what's up with that?
How to Tell Someone They Sound Prejudiced
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What do you do when that prejudice reveals itself? See tips on how to tell someone they sound prejudiced at HowStuffWorks.