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How Chinese Traditions Work
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Many Chinese traditions go back for hundreds or thousands of years. Find out about Chinese traditions at HowStuffWorks.
Benefits of Boswellia
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Boswellia, or frankincense, has become a popular herb recently for its benefits in fighting inflammation. Learn about the benefits of boswellia.
Why are people so superstitious about cats?
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Does your stomach flutter a bit when you cross paths with a black cat? Find out why many people are superstitious about cats at HowStuffWorks.
10 Child Prodigies
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Some kids have a lot of talent in music, art or math. Then there are those who are gifted beyond belief.
How Death Masks Work
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The best photograph can't touch one. A death mask, in all its 3-D glory, is the last likeness of a loved one that a family can own. After all, it vividly preserves what some consider to be the very essence of a person -- the face.
Alligators Go Back 6 Million Years Further Than Thought
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How old is the American alligator species? Learn more about a new study on the age of the alligator species in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How the Olympic Opening Ceremonies Work
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The Olympic opening ceremony is an emotional and inspiring parade of athletes. Learn about the Olympic opening ceremonies at HowStuffWorks.
Meet Hestia: The Martha Stewart of Greek Goddesses
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The goddess of the hearth, Hestia set the Greek bar for perfection in domesticity, hospitality, the family, the home and the state.e.
What is the oldest fossil ever found?
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The oldest fossil ever found could date back to 3 billion years ago. Learn about the oldest fossil ever found in this article.
5 Carrier Pigeon Stories
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Read the greatest stories of the pigeons who have served as invaluable to people who need to send important messages over long distances.