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Yes, You Can Catch Up On Your Sleep!
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HowStuffWorks looks at a new study suggesting that sleeping in on the weekends is good for you.
Where exactly do they store pets on a plane?
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Traveling with pets on a plane might not be as bad as you think. Learn where airlines put pets on a plane and what your cuddly baggage's options are.
10 Remedies That Do Absolutely Nothing to Treat the Common Cold
Everyone has their own list of remedies for the common cold. Which remedies do absolutely nothing to treat the common cold?
Human Penis Bone Disappeared With Rise of Monogamy, Succinct Sex
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Most mammals have a penis bone called a baculum, but humans don't. A new study sheds light on the history of the baculum, and why ours is missing.
How many calories does running burn?
Scientists once assumed that running and walking used the same amount of energy -- that is, they burned the same number of calories. However, a group of Syracuse University researchers found that running actually burns more calories than walking. What factor had scientists overlooked in the past?
What is an oscilloscope used to measure?
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An oscilloscope measures the voltage and frequency of an electric signal. Learn how it works.
How Water Blasters Work
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A Double-barrel water blasters can soak someone standing 50 feet away. This isn't an ordinary water gun. Take a look inside these high-powered toys.
What Does a Camshaft Do?
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Camshafts have a great effect on engine performance. Learn about camshafts, single and double overhead cams, pushrod engines and camshaft design.
How long do skin allergy breakouts last?
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Skin allergy breakouts can be caused by foods, drugs or things you've touched. Learn how long skin allergy breakouts last in this article.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.