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Has 'Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board' Ever Worked?

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If you've ever been to a slumber party, you know the drill. Place your fingers under someone's body, chant "Light as a feather ... stiff as a board ..."and they'll magically rise up into the air. Is this old trick a true ghostly phenomenon?

If the Light Is Stuck on Red, Are You Stuck Too?

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If the stoplight won't change and you've got places to be, do you run it or just wait, wait and wait? HowStuffWorks investigates.

Why is it bad luck to light three cigarettes with one match?

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Be careful on your next smoke break; it could be your last. Learn why it's bad luck to light three cigarettes with one match at HowStuffWorks.

Why Does My Tire Pressure Light Come on When It's Cold?

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It's freezing when you get into your car and you notice a light on your dashboard saying, 'check tire pressure.' You figure it's something to do with the cold, but must you fill up the tires fast?

What is the difference between a fluorescent light and a neon light?

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Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a fluorescent light and a neon light? We'll explain both technologies in this article.

Where Are the Northern Lights and Southern Lights?

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Auroras themselves aren't rare, but spotting one can be tricky: You need a clear, dark sky within one of the auroral zones. What are 10 spots that up the odds a bit?

Why are moths attracted to light?

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Moths and light seem to go hand-in-hand, but have you ever wondered why moths are attracted to light? Learn about moths and light in this article.

How do proximity-type Christmas-light testers work?

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Proximity Christmas light testers detect the alternating electromagnetic waves in the lights. Learn more about proximity Christmas light testers.

How does a halogen light bulb work?

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A halogen light bulb is slightly different from a regular light bulb. Find out what makes a halogen light bulb different and how a halogen lamp works.

Why are they replacing all of the traffic lights in my town?

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In my town, they are replacing all of the traffic lights with these new lights that look like they are made of hundreds of tiny bulbs. Why are they replacing all of the lights?

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