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Is there any place on Earth that's safe from natural disasters?
Determining the safest place on Earth can be a little tricky. After all, if we all knew where it was, wouldn't we all be clamoring to live there already? And anyway, what do we even mean by "safe" -- and safe from what?
Are there really elephant graveyards?
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The elephant graveyard lends an air of romance and mystery to the mighty animal, but in reality, it's just a myth.
Was the Ford Edsel really that much of a failure?
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The Ford Edsel was discontinued in 1959. While it wasn't up to Ford's standards, was the Ford Edsel really a big failure? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How did cable TV become a staple?
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Cable TV is ubiquitous now, but it wasn't a little more than 50 years ago. Learn more about how cable TV became a staple at HowStuffWorks.
What would happen if I never cut my fingernails?
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If you never cut your fingernails, what would happen? Find out what happens if you never cut your fingernails at HowStuffWorks.
Why Do People Knock on Wood for Luck?
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Have you ever wondered why people knock on wood for luck? Like many superstitions, the answer goes back as far as pagan rituals.
Why do people toast before they drink?
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Toasting before a drink is a fairly common tradition around the world. But why? Find out why people toast before they drink at HowStuffWorks.
What If We Had Two Suns?
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Double the suns means double the suntan, double the solar energy and double the awesome sunsets, right? Well, not exactly. Having two suns might sound fun, but it would probably make for a pretty different environment here on Earth.
How do they decide which TV shows to air?
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Shows are often canceled because of ratings and cost concerns. Learn more about how they decide which TV shows to air at HowStuffWorks.
Does winning a reality competition really help your career?
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Winning a reality competition might have more benefits than just money. Find out if winning a reality competition can help your career.