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Cinnabar: Red, Beautiful — and Toxic
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Cinnabar's bright-red pigment has been used in jewelry, pottery and makeup for millennia. But cinnabar is also the primary ore for mercury, making it a dangerous mineral if the particles are inhaled.
Palm Reading: How to Read Palms for Love, Career, & Health
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Ever wondered what your palm says about you? Learn how to decode the lines and shapes of your hands to reveal hidden secrets about your personality, relationships, and destiny. Start reading palms now.
Why Not All Insurrections in the U.S. Are the Same
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For enslaved Americans, insurrection was often the only path to freedom. Are we misusing the term today?
The Bizarre Link Between van Gogh's Signature Yellow and Cow Urine
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The bright yellow hue used to great effect by van Gogh and other painters was eventually outlawed, as it was made of urine from dehydrated cows.
How the CPR Doll Developed From a Famous Parisian Death Mask
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CPR Annie has been called "the most-kissed face in the world." But the doll's look was improbably inspired by a famous Parisian death mask.
How the Phonograph Revolutionized Sound Recording
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The phonograph transformed audio recording, leaving a lasting impact on how we capture and preserve sound. Learn about the invention's history and evolution.
History of Radio Pictures
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You can't see radio waves, but you can check out relevant telegraphs, vacuum tubes and early radio models in this gallery.
Get the Scoop on Our Ice Cream Quiz!
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Frozen yogurt is fine, but everyone knows that ice cream is where the flavor's really at. How much do you know about this beloved chilly treat?
The Sahara Desert Is Getting Bigger
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Deserts around the world are slowly expanding. HowStuffWorks checks out the science behind these increases in size.
Sitting Is Not the New Smoking. Not By a Long Shot
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HowStuffWorks looks at a report debunking the claim that excessive sitting is just as bad for you as smoking.