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Can you peel a head of garlic in 10 seconds?

Two viral videos demonstrate how to peel an entire head of garlic into cloves faster than you ever thought was possible.




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This amazing way to eat an apple makes the core disappear

Prepare to be a little freaked out and then rush to your refrigerator to try this method of eating an apple for yourself.




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What are ultra-processed foods, and are you eating too many of them?

There's processed food and then there's ultra-processed food. One of them adds a lot more sugar to our diets than we realize.




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6 foods more likely than chicken to harbor salmonella

Chicken's always the scapegoat, but there are other suprising sources of salmonella. Here are other foods that can harbor the bacteria and how to avoid it.




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What artificial sweeteners do to your body

Artificial sweeteners have been linked to diabetes, stroke and dementia.




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Everything you need to know about mooncakes (including why they're so expensive)

Mooncakes are a traditional part of the Mid-Autumn Chinese festival. But there's more to the legend of this pricey pastry.




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​It's time to stop hugging your chickens

Backyard chickens have been linked to salmonella outbreaks, in part because some owners are getting too cozy with their feathered friends.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Destructive spotted lanternflies are making their way across the East Coast

Spotted lanternflies are hitching a ride on everything from camping gear to Christmas trees.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Fruits and veggies may keep the blues away

If you're looking to improve your outlook, the produce bin is a good place to start.




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How to break your rotisserie chicken habit

Rotisserie chickens are convenient, but there are reasons you may want to save them for emergency chicken needs only.




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Here's the most popular Halloween candy in every state

This interactive map reveals the top three Halloween treats in each state.




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Make your next Christmas tree out of books

Empty your bookshelves, grab a string of old lights, and craft a tree that will make you smile every time you see it.




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Could you handle a no-buy year?

Not buying things can be difficult even when you're determined not to, so before you start, ask yourself the right questions.




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5 healthy dips for your Super Bowl party

Opt for dips with beans or nuts as the base and you'll instantly up the nutrition factor of your Super Bowl spread.




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Why you should watch out for nutrient thieves

A cup of coffee gives you caffeine, but what does it take away?




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How to stock a pantry

Keep these ingredients on hand so you can throw together a meal without having to run to the grocery store.




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How long can you safely freeze food?

Here's how to know when frozen food is past its prime, plus what can you do to make food last longer in the freezer.




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Have you heard about the Waffle House Index?

If a Waffle House is closed, that's a good indication that things are not normal in the area.




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When you can't think, procrastibake

Sometimes in life, it's hard to stay on task. That's where procrastibaking comes in. We have recipes.




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Why the date of Passover always changes

Passover moves around our modern calendar, but it always falls on the same day on the Jewish calendar.



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How to make mint simple syrup for a mint julep

This easy simple syrup helps to quickly build the cocktail on Derby Day.




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How much renewable energy do we use?

As Uncle Sam scrambles to revitalize the economy, many are wondering: Is renewable doable?



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Which cars are best and worst for fuel efficiency?

Hybrid sales are down, but federal efficiency rules could fuel a comeback.



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Which U.S. cities are most energy-efficient?

Cities are already more energy-efficient than rural areas, but they'll still need to improve as their populations swell.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Which household items contain mercury?

Despite being phased out of many products, mercury still lurks in our homes.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Urban or rural: Which is more energy-efficient?

Most Americans live in urban areas, forming huge hot spots of energy consumption. But while rural residents use less energy overall, cities are often slicker ab



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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How much mercury is in the fish we eat?

Fish are one of the healthiest foods on Earth, but many are brimming with toxic mercury.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Overfishing: Are there really plenty of fish in the sea?

Overfishing sent many U.S. fisheries into free fall last century. Can a new focus on sustainability save fish and fishermen from going extinct?



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Endangered species: Where are they now?

The U.S. endangered species list isn't all gloom and doom: Just ask a bald eagle. Nonetheless, 93 species have joined the list for every one it's saved.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Big frack attack: Is hydraulic fracturing safe?

What is fracking and is fracking safe? The controversial natural gas drilling technique has some wondering if a U.S. natural gas boom is worth the risks.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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What are the different types of lightning?

From ball lightning and blue jets to elves and sprites, thunderstorms have a lot of tricks up their sleeves.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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White-nose syndrome haunts bats

A fungus is obliterating North America's bats in 'one of the most severe wildlife diseases ever recorded,' scientists warn.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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We have introduced Guard Lock Safety-door Switch D4SL-N.

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Japanese website Omron IA Japan has been ranked first among B2B websites in Japan for six consecutive years.

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We have introduced Energy Savings Analysis Software EWS-DE10.

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Omron will be exhibiting in INTERNEPCON JAPAN held at Tokyo Big Sight from Jan.19 to Jan.21, 2011.

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We have introduced Switch Mode Power Supply S8EX.

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We have introduced Fan Ionizer (Area fan type) ZJ-FW.

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We have introduced Maximum quality at maximum efficiency VT-S720.

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We have introduced Proximity Sensor with All-stainless Housing E2EF.

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Guard Lock Safety-door Switch/D4SL-N-mounting Slide Key

World's smallest Class 6-contact Guard Lock Safety-door Switch(D4SL-N, D4SL-NSK10-LK[])




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Fan Ionizer (Area fan type)

3 slim, lightweight types to choose from. Easy installation.(ZJ-FW)




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Proximity Sensor with All-stainless Housing

Metal Head for long-distance Detection that Withstands Harsh Environments Where the Workpiece Can Rub against the Sensor(E2EF)




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We have introduced 14 new application cases for the programmable relay, ZEN.

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Safety Light Curtains with Durable, Impact-resistant Body and Long, 20-m Sensing Distance.

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Omron introduces a new form Power Supply for Safety and Maintainability.

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Nine Built-in Counters/Timers to measure equipment operating cycles and times and forecast maintenance timing

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Power Relays

Multi-pole Power Relay for Contactor Current Range Capable of Carrying and Switching 40 A at 440 VAC(G7Z)




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Power Relay

A High-capacity, High-dielectric-strength, Multi-pole Relay Used Like a Contactor(G7J)




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G5 Series Linear Motor/Servo Drives with built-in EtherCAT Communications Linear Motor Type

Linear Motor for Higher-speed and Higher-precision(R88L-EC, R88D-KN[]-ECT-L)