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How Wine, Art and Diamonds Defy the Laws of Economics

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HowStuffWorks looks at the concept of Veblen goods, where demand goes up when the price does. But why?

7 Foreign TV Shows Americans Love, Even With Subtitles

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Foreign and foreign-language TV shows are making the crossover to American audiences in a huge way. Here are some must-sees.

Cinnabar: Red, Beautiful — and Toxic

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Cinnabar's bright-red pigment has been used in jewelry, pottery and makeup for millennia. But cinnabar is also the primary ore for mercury, making it a dangerous mineral if the particles are inhaled.

Reading a Codon Chart and Identifying Amino Acids

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If you're studying genetics, molecular biology or a related field, odds are good that you will need to learn how to read a codon chart (aka codon table) to better understand the genetic code.

From BTS to BLACKPINK: How K-pop Took Over the Music World

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You might never have heard South Korean K-pop music but, on this planet, it rules. So, what does K-pop stand for and who are the K-pop music idols?

Moissanite vs. Diamond: Which Is the Best Engagement Ring?

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What's the difference between moissanite and diamonds? And which of these brilliant stones wins out when it comes to the engagement ring competition?

Rube Goldberg: The Man Behind the Ingenious Contraptions

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Rube Goldberg, an American cartoonist, became famous for illustrating whimsical, overly complex machines designed to perform simple tasks, now known as Rube Goldberg machines.

Nature Craft Projects for Kids

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Nature craft projects for kids are fun, and kids will learn a lot too! Learn to do all sorts of nature craft projects for kids at HowStuffWorks.

How Pro Wrestling Works

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Pro wrestling is one of the most popular forms of sports entertainment. Learn about the history of pro wrestling and see how pro wrestling moves are executed.

In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

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The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist.

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