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The Devil and Robert Johnson: Did the Blues Legend Really Sell His Soul at the Crossroads?
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The story goes that the only explanation for Robert Johnson's sudden prowess at playing the blues must have been an unholy alliance with Satan. But what was the truth?
The Truth Behind the Rogue Planet Nibiru
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The idea of planet Nibiru, sometimes dubbed Planet X, has captivated doomsday prophets and conspiracy theorists for decades.
What Happens When Your Insurance Says Your ER Visit Was 'Avoidable'?
HowStuffWorks looks at a health insurance policy denying claims from people who use the ER for reasons that are 'avoidable.'
Who Invented the Toilet? A Brief History of the Flush
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Who invented the toilet? While we wish it were so, it wasn't Thomas Crapper. Surprisingly, toilet design hasn't changed much since the first "water closet" patent in the 1500s.
Who Wins and Loses in a Trade War?
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When nations get into disputes about trade, it often results in unintended consequences. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of trade wars.
Why Are You So Tired? 5 Most Common Sleep Mistakes
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HowStuffWorks looks at the most common sleep mistakes and how to fix them.
What if China never had a one-child policy?
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China's government imposed mandatory IUDs and mass sterilizations, among other measures. That's some serious micromanagement. Was it necessary to avert a population disaster?
What are chilblains?
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Chilblains is a cold-weather skin condition that makes your fingers and toes redden and swell. Learn how you can prevent chilblains.
Scurvy: The Scourge of the High Seas Remains at Large Today
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HowStuffworks looks at the symptoms and treatment of scurvy and why it was so associated with sailors and pirates.
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?