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What Is the Formula for Velocity?

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Many people get speed and velocity confused. It's no surprise because the terms are often used interchangeably. But they're not quite the same thing. So how do you find the velocity of an object?

Mildew vs. Mold: What's the Difference?

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You probably use the words mold and mildew interchangeably. But these two types of fungi aren't quite the same. Is one worse?

If a U.S. President Goes to Prison, Does the Secret Service Go, Too?

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Now that former President Donald Trump has been indicted by the Justice Department, what happens to his Secret Service detail if he ends up in prison?

The Cotton Gin: Eli Whitney and the Impact on the U.S. Economy

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Explore the ingenuity of Eli Whitney's cotton gin, a machine that transformed cotton processing, reshaped industries and influenced economies.

The Science Behind Why We All Have Snot

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Believe it or snot, almost every living creature has some kind of mucus - because mucus does so many things. A study found mucus was so beneficial to mammals, it evolved independently in species.

How Often Should You Wash Your Pillow?

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All those dust mites, body oils and drool do a number on the cleanliness of your pillow. Grossed out yet?

10 Millennial Characteristics to Decode a Generation

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Millennial characteristics are the product of an era shaped by rapid technological change, economic turbulence, and evolving social values.

The Hairy Frog Has Retractable Claws Made of Bone

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Most frogs hop away from danger. But the hairy frog? It brings its own weapons to the fight—literally. Known for its bizarre defense mechanism, this amphibian snaps its own bones to create claws that pierce through its skin. You read that right.

What State Has the Worst Drivers? It Might Be Yours

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When asking what state has the worst drivers, you might be wondering if the drivers you encounter every day in your home state are the actual worst, but what you're really asking which drivers in the country create the highest risk for crashes, injuries, and financial loss.

Devon Island: The Icy Canadian Land That NASA Uses for Mars Research

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Devon Island looks like another planet, but it sits firmly on Earth in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This largest uninhabited island lies in Nunavut Canada, north of Baffin Island in the far north of Arctic Canada.

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