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Venice Isn't Alone: 7 Sinking Cities Around the World
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Subsidence, or the decline in the elevation of land surface, is creating a problem for some coastal cities as sea levels rise.
How Social Security Works
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Social Security pays benefits to retired and disabled Americans. Learn how the Social Security system works and why some say Social Security is bankrupt.
Baby Boomers: All You Ever Needed to Know
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Baby Boomers, the generation born 1946-1964 redefines aging. Learn about the cultural, political and economic impact of Baby Boomers.
'Unsolved' Mysteries, Solved: 10 Times We Answered History's Biggest Questions
Was Anna Anderson really Anastasia Romanov? Does the Bermuda Triangle really exist? Wonder no more: We have the answers to these and other formerly unsolved mysteries.
The Orionid Meteor Shower Is Back — Here's What You Need to Know
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Every autumn, Earth passes through a stream of debris left by Halley's comet, resulting in some beautiful nighttime meteor showers called the Orionids.
12 Deadly Diseases Cured in the 20th Century
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Diseases like polio and smallpox took countless lives before a cure was found. Read our list of 12 diseases that were cured in the 20th century.
Can You Identify These Current NFL Stars From a Screenshot?
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From A to Z, or from Aaron Rodgers to Zeke Elliott, we're snapshotting some of the NFL's most well-known stars in this quiz. How many do you recognize? See what record you can achieve in this 40 question dash!
How Zero Works
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You use the number zero all the time, but it may surprise you to learn that it sometimes isn't a number at all. It may surprise you even more to learn that it was all but invented. See what else surprises you about zero in this article.
The Goblin Shark Has an Odd Secret Weapon: Its Oily Liver
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How did the goblin shark score its haunting name? It has something to do with the goblin shark's visage. Find out more about the goblin shark.
What If Dinosaurs Were Alive Today?
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Before leaving work, you'll need to check the traffic report. Lately, a disruptive T. rex has meant some adjustments to your commute. What other changes would be in store if dinos roamed the Earth?