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Why André the Giant Was Larger Than Life

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André the Giant made his wrestling debut at New York City's Madison Square Garden. HowStuffWorks looks at what made him larger than life.

Importance of Iodine

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Iodine is a mineral known to be important for thyroid function. Learn about the many ways that iodine is important for your health.

Raccoons Are Super Smart Urban Survivors

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Raccoons are the cutest masked mammals around. But they also have a reputation for being a pest. HowStuffWorks tells what you need to know about them.

People Still Use Fax Machines, But, Um, Why?

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HowStuffWorks finds out why anyone still bothers with faxing in the 21st century. It's not just from inertia.

What Causes Stock Market Trading to Halt?

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During volatile periods in stock markets, exchanges will often employ 'circuit breakers' to keep stock prices from falling too far too fast.

Why Is the U.S. Dollar the World's Currency?

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Around the world, people convert their money into U.S. dollars, making it the de facto global currency. But how did the U.S. dollar become so mighty?

Geoduck Looks NSFW but Is Prized for Its Flavor

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Let's get the obvious out of the way: The geoduck (Panopea generosa) looks more than a little NSFW. But it's totally PG, we swear! Found primarily in the Pacific Northwest, this massive mollusk has captured the attention of scientists, seafood lovers and curious minds alike.

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