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Can You Name All of These Animals That Start With Vowels?
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There are more animals out there than can be named, so we thought we would start with just the ones that begin with a vowel. Jump into this quiz and see if you can name them as well!
ADX Florence: America's Most Secure 'Supermax' Prison
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ADX Florence in Colorado, known as the 'Alcatraz of the Rockies,' houses the nation's most dangerous criminals under extreme security measures.
Can You Pass a Basic Paramedic Exam?
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A paramedic is on the front line of the action when it comes to saving lives! First responders have studied long and hard to be in this incredibly demanding position. Do you have what it takes to pass a basic paramedic exam?
What Are Prime Numbers, and Why Do They Matter?
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You may remember from math class that a prime number is a number that can only be divided by 1 and itself. But why are they important anyway?
Direct Democracy Allows Citizens to Decide Laws Without Representatives
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In politics, direct democracy means giving everyday people—not just politicians—a direct say in laws and policies. Unlike a representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people, direct democracy allows citizens to vote on political issues themselves.
How Saturn Cars Work
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Saturn cars go back to 1982, when GM launched Project Saturn to build smaller quality cars. Find out how Saturn Corporation came to be.
How Bone China Works
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Bone china gets its strength and translucence from the addition of bone ash to porcelain. Learn about bone china and see a video from inside a Lenox factory.
How Guide Dogs Work
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Guide dogs enable visually impaired people to navigate extremely complex environments. And these dogs are even smarter than you think. Find out what it takes to become a guide dog.
Home Remedies for Depression
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There are many home remedies for depression that can help you feel better without medication. Learn about home remedies for depression.
10 Construction Projects That Broke the Bank
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Whether we're trying to save a sinking city or dig a massive tunnel, our appetite for construction knows no bounds. But if designers had known the actual cost of these 10 projects, they might have gone back to the drawing board.