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Was Napoleon Really Short?
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Was Napoleon really so short that it made him a bully? Learn about Napoleon's height and if he had a Napoleon complex.
What happens if you eat boogers?
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Ever wonder what happens if you eat your boogers? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
U.S. Coins Display No Numerical Values — Not Even the Government Knows Why
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American coins don't have numbers on them indicating how much they're worth. So what's the story? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Nematodes: Do We Still Need to Worry About Roundworms and Bare Feet?
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When you were a kid, your mom probably told you not to go around barefoot because you could get worms. But are nematodes still a problem today?
The Bloody Origins of the Phrase 'Caught Red-Handed'
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There are plenty of examples of people being caught red-handed in real life. But what does it really mean?
Water Moccasin, Cottonmouth: Different Names, Same Venomous Snake
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Cottonmouths are often called water moccasins and are one of four venomous snakes found in North America. HowStuffWorks gets to know these reptiles.
How Many Legs Does a Millipede Really Have?
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How many legs does a millipede have and why so many? What's the difference between a millipede and a centipede? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
'Aleppo Moments': What Causes Our Brains to Freeze Under Pressure?
It happens to politicians, beauty queens and regular folks. Brain farts, that is. But, why?
IV Drip Bars Are a Hot Trend, But Are They Safe?
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IV drip therapy has hit the mainstream, but is it a good idea? HowStuffWorks looks at the trendy new out-of-the-bag therapy.
Copperhead Snakes: Not Always Lethal, But Best Left Alone
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Copperhead snakes are among the most common in North America. HowStuffWorks gets up close and takes a look at these venomous reptiles.