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Post-war Railroads

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Post-war railroads chronicles the height of American railroad transportation. Learn about railroads and post-war railroads.

20 Most Obese Countries in the World

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For at least the last half century, obesity has been one the rise around the world, contributing to what many officials consider a public health crisis. While there remains some controversy about how to accurately quantify the risks, the worldwide obesity rate continues to climb, and with it, a host of health problems.

NOAA's Argo Program Has Been Observing the Oceans for Two Decades

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NOAA's Argo program distributes floating observatories across the globe. Why? They collect data about the world's oceans that is critical to understanding the planet.

Can You Name the Monster Movie From an Image?

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Next time you hear a bump in the night you can be 99% sure there's no chance it's a gremlin, a ghoulie, a critter, or even Frankenstein's monster. But there's always that 1%. Just to be safe, let's see which monster movies you can ID so you'll know what to look out for.

The Land Down Under: The Australian Geography Quiz

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You may already know that the Australian continent includes the Australian mainland and nearby islands, but how well-versed are you in some of the finer details of its geography? Test your knowledge of the "land down under" with this Australian geography quiz.

Early Twentieth Century Railroads

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Early 20th-century railroads saw major improvements in safety and comfort, as well as new regulations. Learn more about railroads in the early 1900s.

How Long Should Building a House Take?

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Is your new home proceeding on schedule or is your contractor just blowing smoke at you? Here's how to tell.

How Christmas Trees Work

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It's time to unpack the ornaments, string up the popcorn, and yes -- untangle those lights. Plan on piling it all on a fresh Christmas tree? Learn about the different types and how to pick the perfect one.

What's the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon?

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Have you ever met someone with a unique first name, and then all of a sudden you hear the name everywhere you turn? That's the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon at work. How did it get that handle?

Ever Driven Any of the 9 Longest Roads in the World?

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The U.S. has some of the longest highways in the world, but the nine longest are scattered all over the globe.

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