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Why Do Gorillas Beat Their Chests?
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It's a behavior synonymous with gorillas - beating the chest. But why do they do it? Researchers think they've figured out what the purpose is behind that pounding.
Decades Later, the Disappearance of Judge Joseph Force Crater Remains a Mystery
Crater's disappearance sparked tons of speculation and one of the biggest missing person cases in U.S. history. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Skin Type Image Gallery
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How much do you know about skin types? Do you know your skin type? Scroll through these pictures to learn about skin types.
Why Can't You Wear White After Labor Day? Here's the Scoop
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In the John Waters movie "Serial Mom," a murderous mom (Kathleen Turner) attacks a woman for wearing white at the wrong time of year.
Why We 'Touch Base' at Work and in Baseball
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"Let's touch base" is a common phrase in emails and meetings. It's a handy idiom for when you want to connect or briefly check in with someone.
The Real Reason Turtles Have Shells (Hint, It's Not for Protection)
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Why do turtles really have shells? HowStuffWorks Now looks at how turtle shells evolved, with the help of a new study.
If Dragons Were Real, Could They Breathe Fire?
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Dragon fire is an awe-inspiring thing, but exactly how would it happen? Real-world clues from nature point the way.
Why Humans Scream, Make Crazy Faces When Terrified
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Wouldn't keeping quiet help us get away from whatever's scaring us? What's the science behind the weird face and raw shout?
Why Is There a Gap at the Front of Public Toilet Seats?
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Open-front public toilet seats are U-shaped, while those in private residences are O-shaped. What gives?
You've Heard of Smallpox, But What Was the Great Pox?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the surprising relationship between syphilis and smallpox.