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Is Light Matter and Does It Weigh Anything?
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Seven ounces a ray! No, that's a lie. Measuring the weight of light is not as straightforward as that. So what's the more complicated explanation?
Can You Pass This City Name Spelling Bee?
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From Aa to Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu (phew!), we’ve curated a collection of challenging city names for you to spell. Can you “bee” the best at finding the right spelling?
Which Interstate Highways Run Between These States?
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Traveling from Texas to Florida for a family trip to Disney World? Need to head home to Maine from your NYC condo to visit family? You could suck it up and deal with the hassles of flying, or hop in your car and make the trip via the Interstate Highway System, the largest such highway network in the world. Take our quiz to see how much you know about this coast-to-coast travel network.
What Does the Poinsettia Have to Do with Christmas?
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The poinsettia's flame-red leaves are a staple in holiday decorations. But how did a plant indigenous to tropical climates end up on mantels in North America?
How Electronic Tattoos Work
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Electronic tattoos aren't just cool, they could also save your life someday. See how electronic tattoos work.
Is there a speed of darkness?
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Everyone knows that nothing travels faster than the speed of light, but how does the speed of dark compare? Read on to find out!
Is Jaywalking Still a Crime?
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The history of jaywalking is probably way more complex than you'd expect. Criminalizing crossing the street has roots in the auto industry, class wars and even racism.
Doomscrolling Is Messing With Your Mind, But You Can Break the Habit
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There's a lot of bad news on the internet and social media. And maybe you can't stop looking at it. Why is that and what can you do about it?
Why does your sweat sometimes smell like ammonia?
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Have you noticed an ammonia sweat smell when you've been exercising? See what causes it and what you can do to stop ammonia sweat smell.
How Folklore Works
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Folklore is many things from stories and art to rituals, special meals and remedies. Learn all about folklore and why it lives on at HowStuffWorks.