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Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle?
Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle? Find out more about 'The People's Car' at HowStuffWorks.
The Dark History of Black Cat Superstition
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Black cats were associated witches and paganism in the Middle Ages. Even today, black cats wind up in shelters more than any other color cat. So why are black cats considered so unlucky?
Where did the legend of Bloody Mary come from?
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The 'Bloody Mary' ritual causes a ghastly apparition to materialize in a darkened room. Where did the Bloody Mary legend come from? Find out.
Did Settlers Really Land at Plymouth Rock Because They Were Out of Beer?
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Did settlers really land at Plymouth Rock because they were out of beer? Find out whether that is truth or myth at HowStuffWorks.
Are You a Wolf, Bear or a Lion Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality?
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The Myers-Briggs personality types can classify you based on a variety of statistics, but one thing the Myers-Briggs test can't tell you is if you are a wolf, bear or lion. Guess what? We can! Take this quiz and find out!
What causes things like fatal exception errors?
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Even though there is nothing you can do with the cryptic error messages your computer gives you during a problem, it might be nice to at least know what they mean! Find out what the three most common ones error messages mean.
Marmot vs. Groundhog Habitats and Hibernation Patterns
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Ah, the great marmot vs. groundhog distinction. These two burrowing, chubby members of the squirrel family that are often mistaken for the same animal.
What Do Gorillas Eat? How Are They Such Muscular Herbivores?
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Gorillas — one of the most powerful great apes — have a diet that might surprise you. Even though they’re massive and strong, their meals consist mostly of plants. But let's get specific: What do gorillas eat in the wild, and how do their diets change depending on where they live?
Lilac vs. Lavender Color Palettes and Plant Properties
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At first glance, a lilac vs. lavender comparison might seem like a trick question. Both belong to the lavender family of pale purple shades, and both bring to mind springtime blooms, calming atmospheres and fragrant flowers.
10 Chicago Festivals to Keep You Partying Year-round
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Looking for a city that parties with purpose, pizazz, and a whole lot of sound? Welcome to Chicago festivals, where every neighborhood turns into a stage, and the seasons themselves seem to dance to the beat.