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Ridiculous History: Land O' Fakes — Margarine Bootlegging in Canada

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In the 19th and 20th centuries, margarine and how it was taxed got a lot of people riled up. Learn about the margarine madness at HowStuffWorks Now.

Why Do Ads Say 'the Big Game' Instead of 'the Super Bowl'?

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Why does the NFL come after people who use the words 'Super Bowl' without permission? Learn more about trademarks at HowStuffWorks Now.

Go on a Shopping Spree and We'll Guess How Old You Are

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The outfit makes the generation! People in different age groups tend to have very different tastes in fashion. Answer these shopping questions, and we'll predict your age.

Why Is a Rabbit's Foot Considered Lucky?

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Carrying around an animal's body part is pretty creepy. But many people don't bat an eyelash at the idea that a rabbit's foot brings good fortune - for humans, anyway.

Why Is the U.S. Dollar the World's Currency?

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Around the world, people convert their money into U.S. dollars, making it the de facto global currency. But how did the U.S. dollar become so mighty?

The Ultimate Downsize: Living in a Shipping Container Home

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The trend toward tiny houses and rabid clutter clearing have combined to lead more than a few people away from the traditional home and into shipping container life.

How do they create the hopping cars you see in the movies?

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I would really like to know how people can make their cars jump up and down with their front wheels like they do in movies like "Boyz in the Hood."

Are You Marriage Material?

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Most people at least consider getting married at some point in their life, but not everyone is cut out for it. Take this quiz to find out if you're marriage material.

How Mad Cow Disease Works

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Mad cow disease is in the news again, with tests confirming the second case in the United States since December 2003. Learn how this brain disease affects livestock and people.

Does shaving really make hair grow back thicker?

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Lots of people think that shaving will make hair grow back thicker. Learn the answer to whether shaving makes hair grow back thicker at HowStuffWorks.

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