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10 Eponymous Discoveries (and the People Who Made Them)
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Ah, the pride of leaving your name on a discovery as a lasting legacy of your time here on Earth. As the 10 discoveries on this list demonstrate, you probably won't get to revel in that pride while you're still alive.
How Freedom of the Press Works
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HowStuffWorks looks at press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
Why is it bad luck to wear opals if you weren't born in October?
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Opals are unusual and mysterious gems, which may be why there are stories about their supposed luck dating back to ancient times.
How Ecofeminism Works
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Ecofeminism is a social movement that combines elements of feminism with ecology. Learn about ecofeminism and famous ecofeminists.
Rats Are Little Geniuses
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Despite our best efforts at eradicating them, rats keep outsmarting us. The guys from Part-Time Genius look into how they do it.
Understanding Sinus Congestion
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How much do you understand sinus congestion? Learn about sinuses and what causes sinus congestion in this HowStuffWorks article.
Sistine Chapel Michelangelo Paintings
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Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling took the master artist four years to complete. Learn about the Sistine Chapel paintings by Michelangelo.
Were ancient Egyptians the first feminists?
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The first feminists might've lived in ancient Egypt, where Herodotus documented aspects of gender equality. Did the first feminists live in ancient Egypt?
The Trapdoor Spider Builds Silk-lined Burrow Traps
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The trapdoor spider is one of the sneakiest hunters in the arachnid world. These clever spiders are named for their unique hunting strategy: They build burrows with hinged "doors" made of soil and twigs that they use to ambush and capture prey. These burrows are lined with silk for stability.
The Spider Named After David Bowie (And It's From Malaysia, Not Mars)
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The Heteropoda davidbowie's name comes from its colorful resemblance to early-'70s-era David Bowie. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.