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How the Necco Wafer Has Lasted This Long
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These colorful, chalk-like wafers hit the market in 1847. But they certainly aren't the most flavorful of treats. So why are they the classic candy we love to hate?
Who Is the Sandman?
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Is he a jolly little man in jammies or a monster carrying a sack of eyeballs? European legend says the Sandman is probably both.
Groom of the Stool: A Crappy Job With Royal Benefits
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It may sound degrading to modern ears, but the groom of the stool, the person who helped the British king with his toilet duties, held an extremely prestigious position and was a close confidant of the monarch.
How Did the Goldfish Become Everyone's First Pet?
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Goldfish are easy to care for, as long as you follow three basic steps. HowStuffWorks tells you what they are.
The Spicy History of Chai and How to Make It
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You may know chai as a sweet and spicy Starbucks favorite, but the roots of this tea blend lie in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. So, how do you make it?
How does a self-winding watch work?
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Curious about how a self-winding watch works? Take a look at the mechanics inside a self-winding watch.
What does it mean when a hard disk has a head crash?
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I was using my computer the other day and it suddenly started to make a high-pitched squealing sound and then stopped working. When I took it in for repair, the service guy said that my hard disk had had a "head crash" and died, taking all of my data with it. What happened?
Oral Hygiene 101
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Proper oral hygiene can help keep your teeth strong and prevent some painful dental problems. Learn about how to care for your teeth.
Inside 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix'
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'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' is the fifth movie in the Harry Potter film franchise. Go inside 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.'
How Internet Infrastructure Works
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Do you ever wonder how the internet really works? How do web pages, email and music move to and from your computer? Learn all about the amazing global network we call the World Wide web.