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How MREs Work
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Coalition troops have been surviving mainly on MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) for most of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Learn what these portable, adaptable and absolutely essential pieces of military technology are all about.
The Mountain Chicken Is Actually an Endangered Frog
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The mountain chicken is not a bird at all. It is a critically endangered frog known formally as Leptodactylus fallax, once one of the largest frogs in the world. Today this amphibian species survives on just two islands in the Caribbean: Montserrat and Dominica.
The Ultimate Band of Brothers Quiz
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A group of American troops survives brutal training and heads for war. Then they experience horrific combat that few men live to tell about. How much do you know about the famous TV series "Band of Brothers"?
What the Stuff?!: 4 Threats You Should Never Try to Outrun
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Running away from a hazard always seems like a good idea in the movies. But not so much in real life. Here are 4 threats you should not try to outrun.
How Kin Selection Works
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We're used to taking the phrase "survival of the fittest" to mean it's an "every man for himself" world. But some animals (like worker bees) sacrifice themselves to ensure their species lives on. Why would they do this?
9 Arctic Plants That Defy Nature to Bloom Near the North Pole
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The Arctic plants that survive near the North Pole thrive in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Extremely cold temperatures, strong winds, snow, and ice limit tree growth and shape unique plant communities across the Arctic tundra.
7 Types of Knives for Kitchens, Outdoor Adventures, and More
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Whether you're slicing bread or prepping for survival, the different types of knives out there matter more than you think. The right blade turns kitchen tasks into precision work and makes outdoor adventures safer and easier.
7 of the 10 Hottest Countries in the World Are on 1 Continent
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Did you know that some places on Earth can get so hot that local wildlife has evolved specifically to survive the extreme conditions? In these regions, the heat isn't just a summer wave; it's a constant presence.
Can you name these muscles of the body?
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Your body works hard every day. But do you know the muscles that make your body move? Take this quiz to find out how well you know the muscles that allow you to work, play and survive.
What Do Lions Eat in the Wild?
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If you've ever watched a nature documentary, you might have found yourself asking, what do lions eat? These majestic big cats, known scientifically as Panthera leo, are obligate carnivores that rely entirely on meat to survive.