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Quiz: How Did States Get Their Names?
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What does 'Massachusetts' really mean? Find out what you really know about the names of America's states with our HowStuffWorks quiz.
Where did the idea of 'the willies' come from?
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That uncomfortable, frightened, jittery feeling known as 'the willies' is probably a familiar one. Find out how 'the willies' got its name.
Col. Mustard and CLUE Get New Bathroom in Design Contest
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The rooms in the Tudor-style mansion on the CLUE game board haven't changed in 70 years. Until now. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the new bathroom.
Ancient Pisco Is Enjoying a Modern-day Renaissance
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A South American brandy, Pisco is experiencing an American renaissance after centuries of popularity - and disputed history - in Peru and Chile.
Why Are Bluebird Days Great for Skiers and Bad for Hunters?
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Bluebirds symbolize optimism, happiness and hope for the future. For skiers, a "bluebird day" bodes well for a great day on the slopes, but hunters and anglers may as well stay home.
How to See the Spectacular Geminid Meteor Shower
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The Geminid meteor shower is one of the year's stronger displays in terms of number and size of meteors. When's the best time to see it?
8 Ugliest Cats We Still Love Exactly as They Are
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Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but when it comes to the ugliest cats, these breeds definitely stand out.
Staffy Bull Pit: Transforming a Bad Rap Into a Loving Fur Baby
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The Staffy Bull Pit is a cross between two powerful and people-oriented dog breeds: the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Some breeders also use the American Staffordshire Terrier—a closely related pit bull breed—as a parent in this cross.
6 Hairless Cat Breeds (That Aren't Actually Entirely Bald)
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If you're into sleek looks and minimal shedding, hairless cat breeds might be your ideal companions. These beautifully bald cats range from completely hairless to partially fuzzed, and they bring a unique charm to the cat world.
What Is a Group of Apes Called? Not a Troop but a...
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Apes are among the most intelligent animals on Earth, closely related to humans and deeply social in the wild.