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How Bulletproof Are Bulletproof Vests?
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Without question, they save lives - but they aren't 100 percent failsafe.
Why Don't You Ever See Square Vegetables?
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At least not in nature. Scientists have discovered the two gene families that play key roles in making fruits and vegetables either round or long. Could a square fruit be on the horizon?
What Is White Noise?
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What is white noise? There's a little more to it than the ambient noise you associate with a humming air conditioner or whirring fan.
If Rainbows Are Circular, Why Do We Only See Arches?
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The simple explanation is you have to be in just the right spot and the conditions have to be perfect for you to see the entire 360 degrees.
Johann Sebastian Bach: A Duelling, Fighting, Hard-drinking Rock Star Turns 336
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HowStuffWorks looks at Johann Sebastian Bach on his 336th birthday.
The Lowdown on High Heels: Men Wore Them First
High heels were originally worn by men. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the history of the high-heeled shoe.
Keep These 5 Foods Out of the Fridge
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HowStuffWorks finds out why five common foods are best kept outside the refrigerator, including bread and potatoes.
Do Porch Lights Really Stop Burglars?
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Many people instinctively turn on a light outside their homes when they're going to be out in hopes of stopping people from breaking in. But interviews with burglars tell a different story about what really deters them.
Recycled Plastic Waste Creates Roads
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Plastic waste can be recycled as a road-building and repair material. HowStuffWorks looks at the process.
Taxpayer-funded Pension and Perks of Former U.S. Officials
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U.S. presidents draw pensions for life, but what about members of Congress? HowStuffWorks finds out where our tax dollars go to fund their retirement.