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Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?
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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.
Disappearing Tattoos for the Commitment Phobes
A company called Ephemeral is trying to make tattoos for the commitment-shy a reality; they only last a year. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
What Is ESP? How ESP Works
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Have you ever had a dream that came true? Or called a friend at the exact moment he was calling you? Most of us have had some sort of paranormal experience. Is this evidence of the existence of ESP?
Can You Have a Baby on Mars?
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Elton's always maintained that Mars ain't the kind of place to raise your kids. Is he right?
7 Hybrid Animals That Sound Fake But Are Actually Real
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Hybrid animals, also called crossbreeds, are the offspring of two different or closely related species. Some only exist in captivity due to habitat differences.
Is there such a thing as a truly unselfish act?
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An unselfish act is an act in which one person benefits while the person performing the act gains nothing. Find out if an unselfish act is possible.
Ultimate Guide to Concrete Countertops
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Concrete countertops are gaining in popularity as a replacement for granite countertops. Find out why concrete countertops are being used more and more.
What happens when you hold in a fart?
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Could holding in a fart be bad for your health? Find out what happens when you hold in a fart at HowStuffWorks.
Do certain fabrics make body odor worse?
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If your workout clothes smell stinky, it might not just be because you're sweating. Do certain fabrics make body odor worse? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How the Eden Project Works
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The Eden Project is an incredible set of massive greenhouses in Cornwall, England. Check out this amazing place!