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Before Halloween, There Was Samhain
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This centuries-old Pagan holiday (among other things) honors the dead, believing their spirits have easy access to the world of the living during Samhain.
Could Breadfruit Be the Next Superfood?
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Breadfruit is a staple fruit that grows in the tropics has the potential to provide food security to millions. So what exactly is it and who's eating it?
Pimento Cheese: The Southern Staple With Northern Roots
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You probably equate pimento cheese with the South. But it actually got its start in the North. We'll tell you all about that, and how to make it.
The Secret South Carolina 'Monkey Farm' That Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine
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A little-known research facility in South Carolina housed thousands of monkeys and was key to developing the polio vaccine.
Hematite, a Shape-shifting Mineral From the Stone Age
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You can find hematite found all over Earth, as well as Mars. The bloodstone the main source of iron and is also used in jewelry and painting.
Dik-dik: The Tiny Antelope With the Embarrassing Name
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The name dik-dik comes from the repetitive 'dik' sound the tiny female dik-dik makes when she feels threatened.
Is China Launching Fake Moon a Bright Idea?
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China is planning launch a 'fake' moon to provide extra illumination to Chengdu, Sichuan. HowStuffWorks looks at why.
Communicating With Aliens Is Hard. Communicating With Alien AI Could Be Harder
If you think about it, it'll likely be an alien machine that encounters our probes searching for intelligent life. How's that going to work?
Lily Dale: Where the Living and Dead Reconnect
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The village known as Lily Dale in upstate New York has been channeling spirits since the 1800s. HowStuffWorks finds out what makes Lily Dale tick.
5 Ways to Use Fresh Cranberries
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Fresh cranberries are a sign that the holidays are in full swing. HowStuffWorks has five some simple ways to utilize with this tiny tart fruit.