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Buddhism Trivia
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Are you a guru when it comes to this religion, or a mere novice? Whichever is the case, try not to get attached to your performance on this quiz. Keep it zen!
How Windshield Wipers Work
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What began as a hand-cranked system is now automatic, and only getting more so: Some windshield wipers can actually sense rain. Learn the mechanincs behind this essential automotive tool.
How Pentago Works
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Pentago, a connect-five game with a literal twist, has charmed and challenged players young and old. Learn how to play the game Pentago.
What If Alcohol Didn't Exist?
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Our early ancestors, enjoying the effects of rotten fruit, had stumbled onto something big. How did alcohol serve as a nutrition source and, some believe, help motivate hunters to take up farming?
5 Cool School Tools
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These 5 Cool School Tools are must-haves for the modern student. Learn what 5 Cool School Tools you should pack for class.
How Bone-conducting Headphones Work
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Using bone-conducting headphones instead of ear buds may be a lot better for your ears. How do these bone-conducting headphones do their job?
Build Your NBA Dream Team and We'll Guess How Old You Actually Are
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The NBA is a league that has been defined by several eras. If you tell us about your player and team preferences, we'll use them to guess how old you are and who was starring for the league when you started watching!
How did people discover wine?
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How did people discover wine? This upscale beverage had a very down-to-earth beginning. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How Drag Queens Work
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Drag Queens like RuPaul have made the campy performance a part of mainstream culture. But where did drag originate, and how have drag queens changed?
What Gets Left In, Out on In-Flight Movies Nowadays?
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The rules have changed on what gets censored on in-flight movies nowadays. HowStuffWorks looks at the new rules on censorship on airlines.