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Ridiculous History: When the Puritans Said 'Bah Humbug' to Christmas in America

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Christmas in America wasn't always observed with great fanfare - its pagan roots were loathed by many settlers. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.

An Anteater's Tongue Can Be 2 Feet Long! Plus 7 Other Peculiar Anteater Facts

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The anteater has one of the strangest-looking noses in the animal kingdom and a tongue that reaches places never meant to see the light of day.

What's the Difference Between a Cave and a Cavern?

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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?

St. Francis Is Credited With Creating the First Nativity Scene in 1223

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The earliest biblical descriptions don't mention animals by the manger when Jesus was born. So how did those Nativity scenes evolve into what we know today?

How Bulletproof Are Bulletproof Vests?

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Without question, they save lives - but they aren't 100 percent failsafe.

Are Doppelgangers Real? There's a 1 in a Trillion Chance

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Does everyone have a double out there somewhere that they don't know about? Science says the odds are pretty slim.

Poutine Is Routine in Canada

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Poutine is Canada's national comfort food. HowStuffWorks digs into this french fried dish.

The Colorful History of Nail Polish

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Today it's second nature to paint your fingernails and toenails. But it's been a long road to here. HowStuffWorks breaks down the colorful history.

How Do Pilots Make Up Time in the Air?

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Your pilot apologizes for your plane leaving late but then assures you she can make up the lost time in the sky. Is she pressing extra-hard on the accelerator or what?

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.

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