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How the Ladybug Folds Its Giant Wings
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Researchers have captured the secret to how ladybugs tuck in their ginormous wings. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
75 Years After Her Debut, Wonder Woman Remains Iconic
Why has Wonder Woman endured for 75 years? Learn more about the creation of Wonder Woman in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
What Is Graphene? The Mind-boggling Wonder Material
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This is one 'supermaterial' that might actually live up to its hype. So what is graphene really, and why is it so versatile?
What Is Micellar Water and Should You Try It?
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This trendy facial product was well-kept secret among the French. But now it's taken the international market by storm. So what in the heck is it?
Pork Smackdown: Pancetta vs. Prosciutto vs. Bacon
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You could call pancetta Italian bacon, but it's so much more than that. Think of it as bacon maxed out. So how do you use it? And how does it differ from prosciutto?
Poutine Is Routine in Canada
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Poutine is Canada's national comfort food. HowStuffWorks digs into this french fried dish.
Why Italian Is the International Language of Coffee
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Espresso, latte, macchiato. The coffee bean didn't originate in Italy, so why do so many coffee drinks have Italian names?
Why Are Web Addresses in English?
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People around the world have access to the internet, but not everyone speaks English. Learn why web addresses are in English at HowStuffWorks.
Did the Colossi of Memnon used to sing at sunrise?
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Singing monuments sounds like the premise of an enchanted Broadway musical -- or a scene straight out of "A Night at the Museum." So did the Colossi of Memnon actually sing at one time? And if so, why don't they sing anymore? Stage fright?
Why is it bad luck to mention a no-hitter during a baseball game?
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America's favorite pastime has more rules than you think. Learn why it's bad luck to mention a no-hitter during a baseball game at HowStuffWorks.