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10 Myths About Spiders
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We think we know all about spiders - they spin webs to trap prey; if they bite you, you might die. And if you find one in your house, you should set it free. But what if all these beliefs are a web of lies?
How Satanic Panic Worked
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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.
Would having your own clone be like having an identical twin?
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The difference between a clone and a twin isn't great genetically. Find out why a clone and a twin are so similar and which would be your best match.
Why Do We Have Leap Years?
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Leap years only come around once every four years. So, why are they so rare and who decided we need them anyway?
How to Draw Impossible Shapes
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An impossible shape is a two-dimensional image that looks like it could exist in three dimensions. Find out how to draw impossible shapes to learn more.
How Area 51 Works
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Less than 100 miles from Las Vegas, is the most famous secret military installation on the planet: Area 51. For decades, the U.S. government refused to acknowledge it existed. But now, the secret is out.
Why Is a Four-leaf Clover Lucky?
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For centuries, people have considered the four-leaf clover to be magical. Learn more about four-leaf clovers and their luck factor at HowStuffWorks.
How Holograms Work
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If you want to see a hologram, you don't have to look much farther than your wallet. But the most impressive holograms are large scale and illuminated with lasers or displayed in a darkened room with carefully directed lighting. Learn how a hologram, light and your brain work together make clear, 3-D images.
Did a time traveler attend the premiere of Charlie Chaplin's 'The Circus'?
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Do we finally have proof of time travel? Learn all about the 'time traveler' at Charlie Chaplin's movie premiere at HowStuffWorks.
Could scientists resurrect the dodo bird?
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The dodo bird could be brought back from extinction thanks to the recent discovery of an intact dodo skeleton. Read about the recent dodo bird discovery.