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How Mermaids Work

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She's a Disney princess, a Starbucks Coffee logo and a metaphor for transformation. Occasionally, she's even "photographed." Why are humans so fascinated with these creatures?

How to Become a Sommelier

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If you're a wine buff, become a sommelier might be right career path for you. So how do you become a sommelier?

Why Are Airplane Windows Round?

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The first commercial jetliners had square windows. So why did engineers change the design to the rounded windows we know today?

How Long Can a Person Safely Hang Upside Down?

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Although spending time upside down can be good for overall health, doing so eventually can be fatal under the right conditions.

Would You Eat Casu Marzu, the Illegal Cheese With Maggots?

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Casu marzu has been called the most dangerous cheese in the world. But Sardinians have been eating it for centuries, so why is it banned?

Pods vs. Powder vs. Liquid Detergent: Which Works Best?

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Doing laundry is bad enough without having to worry about choosing the right detergent. So which is best? Or does it even matter?

5 Easy Medicinal Herbs You Should Know and Grow

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In a world so heavily dependent on pharmaceuticals, it's a wonderful thing to be able to treat some common maladies straight out of your garden.

From Planters to Wall Art: 7 Cool Uses for Wooden Whiskey Barrels

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Whether you buy them at a garden retailer or find them at a thrift shop, old whiskey barrels are useful in so many ways.

An Astrologer Explains the Air Signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius

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The astrological signs are grouped into four elements - fire, water, earth and air. So what does it mean if you're an air sign?

HowStuffWorks Illustrated: Forgot to Defrost Your Turkey?

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HowStuffWorks breaks down the fastest and safest method to defrost your turkey so you can get it in the oven and on the table.

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