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Black Loyalists Fought for Their Freedom During the American Revolution

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During America's War for Independence, the British promised enslaved Africans their freedom if they'd join their side. Thousands signed up. What happened next?

Prison Food Is Way Worse Than You'd Expect

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The food we're feeding those incarcerated in the U.S. prison system is not only bad for their health, but it's also bad for John Q. Taxpayer's wallet.

10 Different Types of Laughter

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From giggles to guffaws and chuckles to cackles, humans laugh in a lot of different ways. But what do each of those laughs mean, and are they all related to humor?

Can You Name These Male '70s Bands and Artists From an Image?

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Put on your bell bottoms and dust off your vinyl collection because it's time to hitch a ride back to music's grooviest decade! Whether you're an arena rocker, a punk or a dancing machine, we challenge you to name the guys who put the beat in the '70s!

Does a deer have exactly enough brains to tan its own hide?

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Tanning with deer brain might seem odd, but some people prefer this leather-making tradition. Learn why tanning with deer brain can soften leather.

Do redheads need extra anesthesia?

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Do redheads need extra anesthesia? According to recent studies, it appears that they do. Learn about the relationship between redheads and anesthesia.

Are long, hot showers bad for your skin?

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Are long, hot showers bad for your skin, or is it just a myth? Find out whether long, hot showers are bad for your skin at HowStuffWorks.

Voltaire Was an Enlightenment Celebrity Who Would've Loved Social Media

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Before there was a Madonna, Bono or Beyoncé, the one-named Voltaire was Europe's first truly modern celebrity.

Poisonous Death Cap Mushroom Spreads Over North America

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Amanita phalloides is non-native to the North American continent, introduced to California from Europe, and rapidly spreading.

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