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All Salt Is Not the Same
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Salt is something most of us use without thinking about it. But with so many options available, how do we know what's best?
5 Secrets You Didn't Know About Nancy Drew
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HowStuffWorks learns more about Nancy Drew, Carolyn Keene and the latest spinoffs of the Nancy Drew series.
Good Grief!: A 'Peanuts' Quiz
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From Linus' philosophical maxims to Lucy's bossy orders, "Peanuts" is an endearing story that has pervaded the homes and hearts of readers worldwide. See how much you know about the beloved comic strip, TV specials and movie.
Can You Translate These British Slang Words?
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Let's take a trip across the Atlantic and see what the Brits are talking about. Tell us what these slang words mean and maybe you'll survive.
'Disheveled,' 'Disgruntled': Why Are Some Words Only Used in Negative Form?
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No one ever says "heveled" or "gruntled." Do these words even exist? Not every word needs an opposite to prop it up. Here's why.
What's the Difference Between Basmati and Jasmine Rice?
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They're two popular types of long-grain rice, both with roots in Asia. But what makes them different from each other?
'Y'all' Isn't Just for Southerners Anymore
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Y'all, the contraction of the words "you" and "all," is making its move out of the American South to places as far afield as Australia.
The 'X' Factor: Why Some Advocates Prefer 'Latine' to 'Latinx'
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Many people think 'Latine' is a better gender-inclusive term than 'Latinx.' Here's why.
The Ultimate Horror Movie Quiz
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Ghastly ghouls, serial slashers, and all the things that go bump in the night. Can you ace our ultimate horror trivia test?
1962-1996 Buick V-6
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Buick's V-8 Fireball was expensive to produce but performed so well it beat out the more efficient V-6. Learn more about the Buick V-8 Fireball.