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How Transdermal Implants Work

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You've heard of tattoos and tongue rings, but transdermal implants take body modification to a new level. Learn about transdermals at HowStuffWorks.

When is it rude to @ someone on Twitter?

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Twitter mentions can be a great networking tool if used correctly. Learn the best practices for using the @ sign on Twitter to avoid being rude.

How Emily Post Works

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Emily Post was America's etiquette expert during the Roaring 20s. Learn about her life and surprisingly open-minded career.

How the FDA Works

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How does the FDA keep us safe? Learn how the Food and Drug Administration works and explore some of the agency's successes and criticisms.

Is a Knife Gift a Sign of Bad Luck?

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Gifting knives has long been considered bad luck. Learn about the superstitions behind the knife gift.

What happens to coins people throw into fountains to wish?

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You've probably tossed dozens of coins into various fountains over the years. Find out what happens to all that money.

What's the best way to find a four-leaf clover?

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Trying to find a four-leaf clover? Increase your odds of finding a lucky four-leaf clover with these tips.

Where did the idea of 'the willies' come from?

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That uncomfortable, frightened, jittery feeling known as 'the willies' is probably a familiar one. Find out how 'the willies' got its name.

Why Is Opening an Umbrella Inside Bad Luck?

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Everyone knows you're not supposed to open an umbrella indoors. Explore the history behind this long-held superstition.

Why do people avoid stepping on cracks?

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Generations of pedestrians have avoided stepping on cracks to prevent their poor mothers' backs from being broken. Is there a reason for this practice?

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