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The Moray Eel Is a True Eel, Unlike Electric Imposters
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If you’ve ever peered into a crevice while scuba diving and spotted something snakelike with a wide grin and sharp teeth, chances are you’ve encountered a moray eel.
The Least Populated Country (and 7 Tiny Runners-up)
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Not every country is bursting at the seams. While the world’s population continues to climb, some nations remain remarkably small in terms of people.
A Maltipom Is Exactly What It Sounds Like (and We Love It)
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Looking for a tiny dog with a big personality? Meet the Maltipom, a cross between the Maltese and the Pomeranian.
The White Butterfly, aka Cabbage White, Loves Leafy Greens
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You’ve seen them in your garden, fluttering like confetti across the kale and broccoli. That pale insect flitting around your vegetables? That white butterfly is most likely Pieris rapae, better known as the cabbage white butterfly.
Phineas Gage and the Birth of Modern Neuroscience
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In the annals of neuroscience, few names are as memorable as Phineas Gage. His story remains a foundational example for both medical and psychology students, bridging medicine, psychology and history.
Steppe: A Civilization-altering Biome Most People Can't Name
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Spanning thousands of miles across the heart of Asia and Eastern Europe, the steppe is one of Earth's most expansive and ecologically important biomes. These vast, flat grassy plains stretch from Hungary in the west to Mongolia and northern China in the east, forming what is known as the Eurasian Steppe.
Most of the States With the Best Public Schools Are Back East
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The states with the best public schools don't just have bragging rights. A strong public school system can shape a child's future and even boost property values.
Where Do Potatoes Originate From? Not Ireland
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Where do potatoes originate from? The question takes us back thousands of years to the high plains of South America.
The Youngest Olympian Was an Unnamed 7-Year-Old
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While the name of the youngest Olympian ever remains a mystery (more on that in a moment), there's still a long record of extremely young athletes who have managed to qualify, compete, and even win medals at the Olympic Games.
How Adoption Works
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Adoption unites children who need families with loving parents. Learn about adoption, adoption agencies, international adoption, foster care and more.