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How Juneteenth Became Black Independence Day
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Though it's been around for more than 150 years, Juneteenth was still a mystery to many. But now, it's the newest federal holiday in the U.S.A.
Gold Found in Urine of Rare Indian Cows
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Scientists have extracted gold from the urine of cows in India. Learn more about gold found in cow urine in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Most Mannequins Idealize Underweight, Unhealthy Bodies, Research Confirms
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How do mannequins measure up to real people, and what does that mean for body image? HowStuffWorks explains a new U.K. study.
The Blue-tongued Skink Has a Heart of Gold
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These intelligent, friendly creatures have a life span of 15 to 20 years and make great pets.
Early Twentieth Century Railroads
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Early 20th-century railroads saw major improvements in safety and comfort, as well as new regulations. Learn more about railroads in the early 1900s.
Why Scientists Put Tiny 3-D Glasses on a Praying Mantis
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have determined mantises use stereopsis to see the world. Learn more about mantises with 3-D glasses in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
10 Forms of Online Harassment
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Online harassment seems to know no bounds, with new opportunities for meanness evolving all the time. Learn about 10 types of online harassment.
Are tobacco companies increasing the nicotine content in cigarettes?
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Are major cigarette companies secretly increasing cigarettes' nicotine ocntent? Check out the evidence for an increase in nicotine levels in cigarrettes in the last 10 years.
Only History Fanatics Can Name All 50 Famous Historic Figures
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These famous people in history have inspired millions by their actions, beliefs or artistic contributions. Do you think you know your history? Take this quiz and see how many of these famous people you can name from an image.
Amerigo Vespucci, a Lurid Pamphlet and the Naming of America
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It pays to promote. That's how Amerigo Vespucci got a new continent named in his honor. That and a little historical misunderstanding.