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How Does Salt Prevent Food Spoilage? Dec 06, 2017

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Salt has kept entire civilizations alive thanks to its abilities to preserve food and protect it from harmful germs. But how?

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Do Monkeys Have Superstitions? Dec 05, 2017

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We share a lot in common with monkeys, but are they just as superstitious? And could the belief in winning streaks carry an evolutionary advantage?

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What Is (and Isn't) Terrorism? Dec 04, 2017

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When is -- and isn't -- a crime considered terrorism? The legal, political and moral definitions are often at odds. We explore why on BrainStuff.

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Why Are Leaf Blowers So Irritating? Dec 01, 2017

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If the sound of leaf blowers makes you angry, you're not alone -- and there's science behind why.

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Pretending To Be Batman Helps Kids Focus Nov 30, 2017

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The Batman Effect, as researchers have dubbed it, allows kids to separate themselves from temptation and stay on task. Learn more on BrainStuff.

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Tips For Staying Safe In A Mass Shooting Nov 29, 2017

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We don't expect to ever be in a mass shooting, but assuming the worst can happen is the first step to being prepared. Find out more on BrainStuff.

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Second Breakfasts Can Be Good For You Nov 28, 2017

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A second breakfast can be just as beneficial as a first breakfast. Find out why on BrainStuff.

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Jellyfish Are Brainless, But Still Sleepy Nov 27, 2017

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Do jellyfish sleep? Learn more about a new study on the need for sleep in animals, and in jellyfish, in this BrainStuff episode.

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What's a Bump Fire Stock Do To A Gun? Nov 24, 2017

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Bump fire stocks enable a shooter like Las Vegas killer Steven Paddock to fire a semi-automatic rifle at nearly the rate of an automatic. How do they work?

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The Origins of Boston and New York’s Accents Nov 23, 2017

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What does Boston have against the letter 'R'? BrainStuff digs into the origins of 2 American accents.

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