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Is Your Junk in the Trunk or the 'Frunk'?
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Frunks, usually reserved for VW Beetles and classic European sports cars, are moving into the mainstream, as trunks take a front seat.
Chindogu: The Art of Un-useless Inventions
You know what's totally useless? A pair of umbrellas shoes. But they're so fun you want them anyway. Welcome to chindogu. HowStuffWorks looks into it.
How Much Do You Know About Britain's EastEnders?
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"EastEnders" is a popular British soap opera that began in the '80s. It has sparked a lot of attention and enthusiasm, both in the U.K. and abroad! Are you an "EastEnders" fan? In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of this remarkable, dramatic show, and by the end, you'll be free to fly the Union Jack.
Need a New Podcast to Binge? Here's What HowStuffWorks Podcast Hosts Listen To
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HowStuffWorks loves podcasts, and our staff of podcast hosts offer up recommendations of their favorite ones to obsess over. Read this article.
Types of Galaxies: Why Galaxies Come in Different Shapes
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Galaxies are complex systems held together by gravity, but the shapes of different types of galaxies are a result of gravity along with rotation speed and time.
How Tangrams Work
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Tangram puzzles are made up of geometric pieces placed to create different shapes. Learn how Tangram puzzles work at HowStuffWorks.
Rev Up and Guess If These Vehicles Are Ford or Chevy
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Corvette or GT? Mustang or Camaro? Vega or Pinto? Few rivalries in automaking have been as long or as intense as the one between Chevy and Ford. Can you tell who made what? Buckle up and take the quiz!
8 Things Invented or Discovered by Accident
From cornflakes to Silly Putty, many of the things we consume today were created unintentionally. Here are the stories behind eight well-known inventions.
10 Ways Watches Have Evolved
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Portable timepieces have existed since the mid-1500s, but modern wristwatches are about 100 years old. Learn about watch evolution at HowStuffWorks.