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Top 10 Things That Women Invented
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By the end of the 20th century, female inventors held 10 percent of all patents, a disparity indicating the hurdles women faced in receiving credit for their ideas. The inventors on this list overcame those obstacles.
How Barbecue Works
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Almost every country in the world has some dish involving meat cooked over the fire. In the U.S., it's called barbecue. Come with us on a mouthwatering-journey through the history, politics and techniques of barbecue.
Ultimate Guide to Disney Princess
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How did famous and beloved Disney characters like Snow White and Pocahontas become the Disney Princess phenomenon? Learn the answer at HowStuffWorks.
How Tipping Works
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Tipping is a multibillion-dollar industry that varies around the globe. Learn more about how tipping works in the United States and internationally.
The Ultimate Harry Potter Quiz
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This Ultimate Harry Potter quiz will test your knowledge of this popular children's series. Test yourself with this Harry Potter quiz.
How Ouija Boards Work
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A key ingredient of horror films, junior-high slumber parties and occult practices, the Ouija board has been fascinating and scaring people for more than a century. But does it really contact the spirit world, or is there a more logical explanation?
10 Bizarre Medical Conditions
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Bizarre medical conditions have baffling symptoms and often no cure. Take a look at these 10 bizarre medical conditions that have and do occur.
10 Superstitions About Birds
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As Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic "The Birds" taught us, it's a good idea to respect our avian friends. Before you accidentally let any bad luck take wing, peck away at these bird-related superstitions.
What's Your London IQ?
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It's the biggest city in the U.K. and one of the most exciting in the world - and there's always something new to discover! How well can you navigate the not-so-mean streets of the Big Smoke?
Can You Name the Historical Figure From a Legendary Fact About Them?
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Earth wouldn't be Earth without the epic people who do things like invent the internet, travel around the world in 80 days and yell, "Eureka!" Learn about the coolest accomplishments in history and try to match these historical figures to the legendary fact.