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Why Some People Faint When They See Blood

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What's the science behind fainting at the sight of blood? This BrainStuff video takes a look at the brain's internal toggle switch making some people hit the floor.

Why Snakebite Antivenom Is So Astronomically Expensive

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In the United States, a single vial of snakebite antivenom can cost thousands of dollars. HowStuffWorks looks at the reasons behind the high price.

We Finally Know Why Ancient Roman Concrete Outlasts Our Own

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The ancients were able to devise a mix for concrete that actually gets stronger over time thanks to chemical reactions. If only we could rediscover the recipe...

Why Professional Bakers Never Measure With Cups, Only Scales

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While many home bakers measure out flour and other ingredients with a cup, experts say you should ditch that cup for a scale. Here's why.

Who Is Karen and Why Is She So Mad?

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The name Karen has somehow become the universal term for the angry, white woman. But when and how did that happen?

Who Insures Race Car Drivers and Their Cars?

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Part of the thrill for spectators in car racing is the wrecks - assuming everyone is OK. But who is left picking up the bill when those expensive cars end up destroyed?

Wallace's Giant Bee, World's Largest, Rediscovered

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Wallace's giant bee, the world's largest, has been rediscovered. HowStuffWorks takes a look.

Why do elbows itch?

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Itchy elbows can be really annoying. Learn what causes your elbows to itch at HowStuffWorks.

Why aren't peanuts classified as nuts?

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Peanuts aren't technically nuts. Find out why peanuts aren't classified as nuts and what they are instead at HowStuffWorks.

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