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Why Is a Rabbit's Foot Considered Lucky?
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Carrying around an animal's body part is pretty creepy. But many people don't bat an eyelash at the idea that a rabbit's foot brings good fortune - for humans, anyway.
In Your Past Life, Which City Did You Die In?
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Where in the world did you leave a piece of your soul? Travel the world during this quiz, and we'll figure out where you perished in a past life. Did you meet your demise where you suspect you did? Let's board the plane and find out!
Why Were Fake Eyelashes Invented?
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In the world of beauty, where people have long coveted voluminous lashes, the invention of false eyelashes revolutionized how individuals enhance their eyes. But why were fake eyelashes invented in the first place? Let's look at the history behind these tiny hairs and people's fascination with them.
What's the Deal With Smashing the Wedding Cake?
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Cheesy Custom or Lots of Laughs? HowStuffWorks tries to get to the bottom of this wedding cake ritual.
Why Is the Speedo Disappearing From European Beaches?
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Is the Speedo still popular in Europe? Learn more about the Speedo and changing swimwear trends in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Is April 1 a Day to Celebrate Foolishness?
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Why is April 1 a day to play pranks on others? How did this tradition begin? And are you going to prank someone on April Fool's Day?
10 Types of Lions (Including 4 Extinct Species)
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Lions, one of the most iconic big cats in the animal kingdom, belong to the species Panthera leo, but not all lions are the same. There are several recognized subspecies, each adapted to a specific region and environmental conditions.
Why Do People Usually Walk In the Same Direction?
Do we have a tendency to walk clockwise around the block? Why do sports favor counterclockwise rotation? Does it have anything to do with handedness or driving habits?
Did French kissing start in France?
French kissing appears in the Kama Sutra circa the third century. So did French kissing start in France or somewhere else? Find out.
Landmarks Trivia Quiz: Level 1
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The Eiffel Tower, Statue of Liberty and Mt. Everest are three of the most famous landmarks in the world, but can you locate them on a map? Test your world knowledge and see if you can pass Landmarks Trivia 101.