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How Mermaids Work
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She's a Disney princess, a Starbucks Coffee logo and a metaphor for transformation. Occasionally, she's even "photographed." Why are humans so fascinated with these creatures?
How Matchmakers Work
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Matchmakers have paired up couples for centuries, and it doesn't seem as though their market has slackened. What does the modern matchmaker do?
How Mold-A-Rama Works
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Just drop in some coins and watch as plastic is molded into a train, gorilla or Frankenstein's monster. Learn more about Mold-A-Rama at HowStuffWorks.
What makes a killer?
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A killer is someone who finds it easy to take the life of someone else. Find out what makes a killer in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Are there differences between male and female bullies?
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The great bullies that have graced the movie and television screen are mostly males, from Bluto to Biff Tannen. We tend to expect boys to throw the punches. But just because girls aren't bloodying noses on the playground doesn't mean they aren't fighting dirty.
How Does the Herbicide Glyphosate (Roundup) Work?
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Roundup is the brand name for the chemical glyphosate, which is the most widely used weedkiller today. Some hail it, some hate it, but what does it really do?
Does Absinthe Really Cause Hallucinations?
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When absinthe was banned in many countries in the early 1900s, it had really fallen out of favor. How does absinthe affect those who drink it?
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Hybrid Battery?
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Hybrid battery cost depends on the model plus several other factors. Find out how much it costs to replace a hybrid battery pack.
The Ridiculous History of the Chastity Belt
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Chastity belts were supposedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to keep them from having sex. A literal lock for a woman's nether regions. But how much truth is there to this torture device?
Muskrats Are Fat Little Rodents With a Signature Smell
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They look a lot like beavers and the two rodents have a lot in common. But muskrats are their own species with their own signature scent.