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5 Things You Didn't Know About Fried Chicken

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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and lore of Southern fried chicken and the role of Col. Sanders and KFC in spreading it worldwide.

What is HealthCare.gov?

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HealthCare.gov is a new Web site that allows you to do comparison shopping for health insurance. See how HealthCare.gov works and how best to use it.

How Alchemy Paved the Way for Chemistry

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Alchemy may seem like a cousin to witchcraft but in reality it was the forerunner of modern chemistry.

How Websites Use 'Dark Patterns' to Trick You Online

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Ever found yourself signed up for a newsletter or paying for travel insurance you didn't want? It's no accident. We find out how dark patterns work.

Ancient Folks Didn't Have Twitter, but Boy Did They Have Curse Tablets

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Ancient Greeks and Romans used thin strips of lead to vent their frustrations or write messages to the gods.

SCIFs Are Spy-proof Places for America's Top Secrets

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SCIFs are spy-proof, highly secure facilities designed for viewing and working with sensitive national security secrets. We talk to a former general counsel for the NSA to find out how they work.

Does Your Home Need a Whole-house Surge Protector?

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A whole-house surge protector can defend an entire house from voltage spikes coming off the electrical grid.

How to Find Engine Oil Capacities

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When used correctly, oil provides a number of benefits for the way your engine functions. Wouldn't it be nice to know exactly how much oil your car's engine needs to be filled to its capacity?

What Is Number Theory?

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For many of us, a number is just a number, a bit of information that tells you, say, what time it is. But mathematicians look at that same number and divine relationships that underlie nature itself. Ready to enter the trippy world of number theory?

What's the Secret Behind the Numbers on the Interstate Signs?

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Why is one road named I-5 while another is I-480? We take a closer look at the digits on those red, white and blue shield-shaped signs.

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