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Mayday Meaning: Exploring the International Distress Call
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The words aren't arbitrary, so why do pilots and sailors call out 'Mayday!' rather than something else?
Why do all FM radio stations end in an odd number?
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The band that radio stations use is completely arbitrary. Learn how that relates to the specific frequency that FM stations use, and why all the FM radio stations in the United States end in an odd number?
7,000 Steps Is the New 10,000 Steps
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If you're always falling short of that arbitrary 10,000-step daily goal, we have good news. Your health can benefit just as much if you hit fewer steps, too.
Communicating With Aliens Is Hard. Communicating With Alien AI Could Be Harder
If you think about it, it'll likely be an alien machine that encounters our probes searching for intelligent life. How's that going to work?
April 13 Birthday Astrology
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An Aries born April 13 is symbolized by the Ram and is humble, yet possesses a spark of genius. Learn about April 13 birthday astrology.
Why Was 911 Chosen as the Emergency Phone Number?
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During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?
October 17 Birthday Astrology
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A Libra born October 17 is symbolized by the Scales and has head and heart in conflict. Learn more about October 17 birthday astrology.
Top Tattoo Mistakes: L.A. Ink
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There are many mistakes when getting a tattoo that you might not know about. Read our list of the Top Tattoo Mistakes from LA Ink here.
This One Guy Is Responsible for What We Think a Pirate Sounds Like
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Happy Talk Like a Pirate Day, you scallywags! HowStuffWorks Now explains why we all sound like Robert Newton on this most historic day.
How Generation Me Works
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What defines Generation Me? Learn all about Generation Me at HowStuffWorks.