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Why 'Poop' and 'Wiggle' Are Funny Words, According to Science
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HowStuffWorks looks at a study where scientists parsed nearly 5,000 words to find which ones people thought were funniest and why.
Why Pistachios Are Sold in Their Shells
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Why are some nuts sold in their shells and others shelled? Learn more about the pistachio cultivation process in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Stonehenge Worked
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The mysteries of Stonehenge have captivated us for centuries: Who built it and why? How did they move those giant stones? Though archaeologists and other researchers have replaced old theories with new ideas, many questions remain.
Diagnosing Chocolate's Quality With Ultrasound
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Ultrasound is more commonly associated with medicine or industry, but here's a sweet new use for it.
How Cell-phone Viruses Work
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Although they can't do much damage at present, in the future cell-phone viruses may be as debilitating as computer viruses. Learn how cell-phone viruses spread, what they can do, and how you can protect your phone.
The App That's Creating an Earthquake Early-warning Network
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The MyShake app detects vibrations and acts as an earthquake warning system. Learn more about MyShake in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Future Combat Systems Will Work
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The U.S. Army's Future Combat Systems is a massive overhaul of military technology intended to prepare the Army for modern warfare. Learn why the army needs the FCS.
Benefits of Lycopene
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Lycopene is commonly found in red fruits and vegetables. Learn about the many health benefits of lycopene.
1966-1970 Buick Riviera
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The 1966 Buick Riviera was originally slated to test then-new front-wheel drive. Learn why the 1966 Buick Riviera excelled with rear-wheel power.
What Is Narcolepsy?
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What is narcolepsy? In the movies, people who are narcoleptics just fall asleep out of nowhere - is this true?