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What Is The Jet Stream and How Is Climate Change Affecting It?
Polar temperatures are changing more rapidly than equatorial ones, making the jet stream slower and wider, and extreme events longer-lasting.
The 10 Hottest States in the U.S., Based on 2023 Data
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Death Valley is one of the hottest places on Earth. With a record high of 134 degrees Fahrenheit (56.7 degrees Celsius), the California national park is sweltering, but it is not even one of the top 10 hottest states in the U.S.
10 States With the Best Weather Year-round
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Some states feel like summer never ends. Others enjoy four distinct seasons but skip the extreme cold. If you're wondering which are the states with the best weather, you've come to the right place.
The Sahara Desert Is Getting Bigger
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Deserts around the world are slowly expanding. HowStuffWorks checks out the science behind these increases in size.
South Florida Is Overrun With Green Iguanas
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The green iguana isn't native to the Sunshine State. So how did this invasive lizard get there and become the state's menace to society?
The Coldest State in the U.S. Is Below Freezing on Average
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The United States has a wide range of climate zones, from the subtropical to the arctic. On the low end of the thermometer, there are plenty of options for a deep winter chill. Here, we look at a couple different ways to determine the coldest state in the U.S. — and by both definitions, there's one winner.
Can You Unscramble the Names of All 31 NHL Teams?
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Ready for a celly? Drop the puck on this scrambled NHL quiz and see if you can decipher the names of all 31 teams. Grab our "Avalanche" of clues and watch the "Stars" align to make you the "King" of hockey trivia!
Mosquito Types, Traits, Lifecycle and Repellants
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Mosquitoes are insects that have been around for over 30 million years. Learn about mosquitoes and find out how to reduce mosquito populations.
The Leatherback Sea Turtle Is the Size of a Small Car
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The leatherback sea turtle is the heavyweight of the sea turtle world ... literally. This sea turtle species can grow as long as a small car and weighing over half a ton!
Can You Pass This General Knowledge Quiz While Being Distracted by Adorable Puppies?
Could you name the largest planet in our solar sys- ... is that a Goldendoodle? Aww! Put your smarts - and your concentration - to the test in this puppy-filled general knowledge skills challenge.