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Where did the traditional anniversary gifts come from?

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There are different anniversary gifts that are traditional for each year of marriage. Read about the traditional anniversary gifts at HowStuffWorks.

20 Years On, Oprah's Favorite Things Gift List Is Still Going Strong

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Oprah's holiday gift list is 20 this year, and it's as popular as ever. Jack, Miles and Anna of The Daily Zeitgeist dissect the Oprah effect.

Have invasive species caused any extinctions?

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Introducing a new species into an ecosystem can have unforeseen and disastrous consequences for the species that already live there.

5 Events in Hispanic History You Never Learned in School

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Hispanics have contributed to American history since Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus stepped foot in the New World. Here are five events to know.

Mobile Device Distraction as Effective in Kids as Sedative

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Can mobile devices work just as well as medication in certain hospital situations? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets

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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.

How Aboriginal Australians Work

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The Aboriginal people were the first people to set foot on the Australian continent around 40,000 years ago. Learn about the history of the Aboriginal people.

The Real Reason Turtles Have Shells (Hint, It's Not for Protection)

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Why do turtles really have shells? HowStuffWorks Now looks at how turtle shells evolved, with the help of a new study.

Is extinction ever a good thing?

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If dinosaurs hadn't gone extinct, you wouldn't exist. Extinction may seem inherently bad, but sometimes the death of a species encourages new life.

How can a plastic bag be green?

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A plastic bag can actually be green thanks to some new technological advancements. Find out how a plastic bag can be green.

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