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Can wearing magnets really repel sharks?
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You may be able to repel sharks simply by wearing some magnets. But what's so abhorrent about a magnet to a shark? Find out why magnets repel sharks.
How Vitaminwater Works
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Vitaminwater is a new product from Glaceau that combines distilled water with vitamins, herbs and flavors. Learn about Glaceau's Vitaminwater product.
How the Land Rover LRX Works
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The Land Rover LRX hybrid concept car is an all-terrain vehicle with a hybrid diesel engine. Learn more about the Land Rover LRX hybrid concept car.
Are Daddy Longlegs Truly Spiders? Setting the Record Straight
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That's right - daddy longlegs isn't an actual kind of spider, but a colloquial name that's been applied to a wide range of spiders and non-spiders, insects and non-insects.
Can you match the generic drug to its brand name?
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If you've ever wondered whether or not the generic is as good as or the same as the name brand, good news; it is. The FDA requires that all generic drugs be what's called "chemically identical" to the matching brand name. And making the switch from brand to generic can have big savings -- as much as 73% for over-the-counter drugs, according to Consumer Reports. See if you can make the right matches.
Prenatal Vitamins
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Prenatal vitamins (brand names Prenatal-1 + Iron and Stuartnatal Plus) are multivitamins for use during pregnancy. Learn about this supplement.
Why Can't You Pump Your Own Gas in New Jersey?
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The Garden State of New Jersey is the only state in the U.S. where it's illegal to pump your own gas. What gives?
Groovy News: Shrooms Help Reset Depressed Brain
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A small study shows that psilocybin (the drug in magic mushrooms) provides relief for severely depressed people. HowStuffWorks explains why.
The Yellow Sac Spider Surprisingly Doesn't Build a Web
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The yellow sac spider is one of the most common spiders humans encounter, as they're often wandering indoors or hanging out in gardens. Scientists also believe they account for more human insect bites than any other spider.
Everything Really Does Taste Like Chicken, Including This Mushroom
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The Chicken of the Woods mushroom is jam-packed with protein and easy to spot with its bright orange color and ruffled edges.