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What are some safe ways to remove earwax?
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There are safer ways to remove earwax than sticking a cotton swab in your ear. Learn about safe ways to remove earwax at HowStuffWorks.
George Washington Carver: An Innovator Beyond His Era
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Few famous Americans enjoy a status as mythic as that of George Washington Carver, a man whose life as a botanist, agronomist, chemist and inventor earned him a lasting legacy. Carver's work is considered instrumental in changing Southern approaches to agriculture.
What Color Is Your Name?
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If you played with Crayola crayons as a kid, then you probably drew with colors like "Granny Smith Apple," "Macaroni and Cheese" and "Cotton Candy." So how about changing your name to something a little more colorful with this bright personality quiz today?
Ultimate Guide to Organic Clothing
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Organic clothing is made of all-natural, non-synthetic materials. Get tips on buying organic clothing, explore the different organic fabrics and more.
How to Clean Natural Fabrics
Cleaning natural fabrics requires some special know-how. Learn how to care for your favorite clothes that are made from natural fabrics.
Why Are Air-dried Towels So Stiff?
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A research team has found that water acts strangely on an air-drying towel, which contributes to its signature stiffness.
What Is a Good Thread Count for Sheets?
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Thread count means the number of threads woven together in a square inch. Find out what that really means and if we're being tricked by thread count.
How to Shrink Clothes
If the garment you bought at a close-out sale turns out to be too large, or if you've lost weight, it's better to shrink clothes than to buy new ones. So how do you do it?
Test Your Knowledge of the Industrial Revolution
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Test your knowledge of what went down during the age of expanding landscapes, incredible innovation and the ultimate shift in life as people knew it.
How Denim Insulation Works
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Do you love your jeans so much that you want them to stay in your house forever and ever? Then you're going to love denim insulation, the blue way to go green.