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Study Finds No Link Between Inactivity and Weight Gain
A surprising February 2017 study didn't find a link between sedentary lifestyle and weight gain. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Scientists Use LiDAR to Discover Massive Lost Mayan City
LiDAR made it possible to discover the remains of a massive Maya settlement hidden for centuries. HowStuffWorks looks at the technology.
Does the U.S. Require Citizens to Carry ID?
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The United States doesn't have a national ID, but are U.S. citizens required to carry identification? HowStuffWorks investigates.
Why Are Magnetars So Scary?
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A magnetar is a neutron star with a super-strong magnetic field. Astronomers consider them among the scariest objects in the universe, but why?
Can I get cancer from one cigarette?
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A 2010 report about the dangers of smoking led to headlines warning 'One Cigarette Can Kill You!' So can one cigarette kill, or is it more complex?
What If Earth's Magnetic Field Flipped?
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Earth's magnetic field has flipped many times before, and scientists say it will flip again (though probably not in our lifetime). While it might not be catastrophic, a major change in the magnetic field would present a special set of problems.
What are the healthiest types of lettuce?
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Do you know the healthiest types of lettuce? If you are going to reach for the green, choose from this list of the healthiest types of lettuce.
People Still Use Fax Machines, But, Um, Why?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why anyone still bothers with faxing in the 21st century. It's not just from inertia.
How to Fake a GPS Location on Your Phone
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Want to throw someone off your tracks? A GPS spoofing app is the best way to do it. Here's how it works for both android and iPhone.
Why Haven't WhatsApp and Other Text Messaging Apps Taken Off in the U.S.?
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Though many text messenger apps are available for download, most Americans still prefer to send a text message via their mobile carrier. Why is that?