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How the Venice Tide Barrier Project Works

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It's a recipe for disaster: Venice is sinking, and the waters around it are rising. Can the controversial MOSE project save Italy's famous city with a series of aqua gates?

Did NASA Win the Space Race?

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The space race between NASA and the Soviet Union began with the Soviet's successful Sputnik I. Find out what played out during the space race.

Stegosaurus: Body Like a Bus, Tiny Little Brain

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Stegosaurus, an herbivorous dinosaur from 149 million years ago, walked on four legs, had a long, beak-tipped skull, a row of spikes adorning its tail and a pea-sized brain.

Marshmallow: Herbal Remedies

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Marshmallow has been used in herbal remedies for centuries. Learn how marshmallow can treat bladder infections, sore throats, bronchitis and more.

Oats: Herbal Remedies

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Oats are for more than breakfast. Learn how oats are used in herbal remedies to heal wounds, treat rashes, soothe dry skin, and lower cholesterol.

Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?

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If you ever wondered why leaves change color in autumn, you're not alone. Learn why leaves change color, and how they get that vibrant red hue.

How do reindeer find enough food in the tundra?

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Reindeer find food in the form of mosses, shrubs, and lichens -- a cross between algae and fungus. Learn how reindeer find food in the frozen tundra.

8 Funky Fads of the 1970s

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The '70s saw some funky fads, like mood rings, disco balls, and roller skates. Explore the funkiest on this list of 8 funky fads of the 1970s.

9 Political Slips of the Tongue

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Much to our amusement, politicians sometimes get tongue-tied. See our list of 9 political slips of the tongue by presidents and other leaders.

How Cicadas Work

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Some cicadas are annual breeders and some show up about every 17 years. They all produce a 'song' that is almost loud enough to damage our ears.

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