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10 Diseases Named After People
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Some scientists get the recognition they deserve - in the names of diseases they found. Learn about 10 diseases named after people at HowStuffWorks.
Beyond the Oats Box: 9 Facts About Quakers
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The most famous Quaker (the one on the oats box) is not even a real person. This religious group has had much success in a sweeter area of food: chocolate!
The 40 Greatest Super Nintendo Games: See Which Ones Made It To The SNES Classic Edition
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With the Super NES Classic Edition now available, nostalgia for Nintendo's beloved 16-bit console is at an all-time high. And really, why shouldn't it be? Despite being over a quarter century old, the Super Nintendo is still widely considered to be one of the greatest gaming systems ever made and is closely associated with what [...] The post The 40 Greatest Super Nintendo Games: See Which Ones Made It To The SNES Classic Edition appeared first on Goliath.
Did Journalist Dorothy Kilgallen's Probe of JFK's Assassination Lead to Her Death?
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Columnist and investigative reporter Dorothy Kilgallen covered numerous big stories from the 1940s through the 1960s. But her death by overdose in 1965 while investigating the John F. Kennedy assassination remains a subject of controversy.
10 Most Game-Changing Developments in the TV Industry
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Many things have contributed to America's obsession with the boob tube. See 10 of the biggest developments in the TV industry to learn more.
How Nitrous Oxide Works
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At the same time scientists discovered that nitrous oxide could numb agonizing pain, they also found it could make you really lightheaded and silly. Yes, huffing parties started in the 1700s.
How Animal Testing Works
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Animal testing has a long, gruesome history, but it's also saved countless human lives.
The War of 1812: The White House Burns and 'The Star-Spangled Banner' Is Born
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The War of 1812 ended in a stalemate, which enabled the U.S. to escape defeat and grow into a world power. HowStuffWorks looks at this forgotten war.
How is fabric created?
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So many people underestimate the role fabric plays in their lives. Learn how fabric is created in this article at HowStuffWorks.
The Secret Life of Fudge
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Oh, fudge, that wonderful candy with a rich, deep flavor and thick texture. Check out this article all about fudge and fudge facts.