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What Is the Rainiest City in the U.S.? Here are the Top 11

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Rainy, dreary, Seattle, right? Everyone says it's the rainiest city in the United States. However, Seattleites are keeping a secret from you. Find out if their rainy reputation is real - or if the rumor's all wet.

Blame the Supply Chain for Rising Prices and Inflation

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High food and gas prices blowing your mind? Issues with the supply chain are causing prices to rise on everything from gas to groceries as inflation soars.

Cinnabar: Red, Beautiful — and Toxic

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Cinnabar's bright-red pigment has been used in jewelry, pottery and makeup for millennia. But cinnabar is also the primary ore for mercury, making it a dangerous mineral if the particles are inhaled.

The Christmas Candy Quiz

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Nothing makes for a sweeter Christmas than a stocking full of candy to nibble on! While sugary treats have long been a part of traditional holiday celebrations, today's candy makers offer a variety like never before for those looking to satisfy that Christmas sweet tooth. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the goodies and gum drops that add a little something extra to the holidays!

Can You Get a Perfect Score on This Optical Illusions Quiz?

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The question is, can we trick your eyes to believe that the size of an object is different than it is? We'll be transparent -- we'll fool you with illusions, weird perspectives and horizon lines. Think you can get all of them right? Then start now.

Companion Planting: The Do's and Don'ts of Growing Plants Together

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Learn which plants benefit each other - and which plants shouldn't be neighbors - to get the most out of your garden.

Lifelike Robo Pets Help Seniors Combat Loneliness

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Robotic companion animals have been proven to reduce stress, anxiety and antipsychotic drug use among older people, especially those with with dementia.

What Is the Oldest Tree in the World?

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In the quest for the title of world's oldest tree, there's some stiff competition, as well as questions surrounding the way we define "oldest."

British Prime Minister Liz Truss Resigns After Only 44 Days

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Liz Truss has resigned as British prime minister. What does this mean for the future of the U.K. and who will take her place?

What Is It Like in the Eye of a Tornado?

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The eye of a tornado isn't something that most of us see. Usually, if you see a tornado you go and hide. But let's look into the eye of a tornado.

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