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15 French-Speaking Countries in Africa, Europe, and the Americas

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More than 300 million people around the world speak French, making it one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet. This global language has spread far beyond France, thanks to centuries of French colonialism, cultural exchange and diplomacy.

How Fair Trade Works

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Fair trade promotes better wages and living conditions for local-level workers. Learn how consumers become essential parts of fair trade.

How Alternative Energy Mutual Funds Work

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Alternative energy mutual funds may be the answer to paying for the creation of alternative energy. Read more about alternative energy mutual funds.

All About the World Wildlife Fund

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The World Wildlife Fund works to protect wildlife and their habitats all over the globe. Learn about the World Wildlife Fund organization.

Could a gamma-ray burst wipe out all life on Earth?

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When a huge star collapses, it releases massive amounts of radiation in concentrated streams. If one of those streams hit Earth, it wouldn't be pretty. But where should we put "gamma-ray bursts" on our list of anxieties?

The Richest Family in the World Heads a Massive U.S. Chain

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Capitalism can be like a warped and extremely un-fun game of Monopoly, and most people are entering the fray much too late to get a slice of the action.

How Ocean Currents Work

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Ocean currents may be driven by tides, winds or differences in density. Learn how ocean currents affect marine transportation and nutrient cycling.

Cryptocurrency Has a Huge Negative Impact on Climate Change

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Critics warn that cryptocurrency networks, whose computers use enormous amounts of electricity to verify transactions, could be a factor in warming the planet. The industry is working to change that.

6 Charts to Help Explain Climate Change

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The science is off the charts. Climate change is here and it's affecting the planet. We'll tell you how and where.

Disadvantages of Wind Energy: Do Wind Turbines Affect Health?

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Green, clean energy sounds good at first: Harness the power of the wind to run our creature comforts. But could the sounds people hear (and don't hear) from wind turbines endanger their health?

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