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Umami has been called the fifth taste, joining the traditional quartet of salty, sweet, bitter and sour. Learn what gives food an umami taste.

Straw bale houses use straw bales as insulation or as the structural building block of the home. Learn more about straw bale houses and see pictures.

Many different breeds of dogs compete in dog shows. So how do dog show judges determine who wins prizes and points at a dog show?

Without a doubt, Einstein was a genius. They're easy to spot, but it's difficult to explain exactly what makes a person a genius. Learn why.

Suicide bombers use a unique form of terrorism in order to advance their message. Learn about suicide bombers.

Extremophiles are organisms that live in "extreme" environments. Learn why extremophiles are remarkable, not only because of their habitats.

Garden soil must be the right mix of clay, silt, sand, and organic material. Learn all you need to know about preparing garden soil at HowStuffWorks.

There are gadgets out there that can help you save money. In this article, learn 10 gadgets that can save you money by HowStuffWorks.com.

Google Wallet aims to make purchasing electronic. Find out the technologies behind Google Wallet and what Google Wallet can do.

Call them outdated or laud them for being 'vintage' but some toys just never go out of style. Learn about some fierce antique toys at HowStuffWorks.

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