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How Many Miles Are In 10,000 Steps?
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We've always heard taking 10,000 steps daily is the key to a healthy lifestyle. So how many miles is in 10,000 steps anyway?
Can We Guess Where You Grew Up Based on Your Vocabulary?
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You may or may not be aware of the fact that a lot of the words you use come from the place you grew up. Choose the words you use the most, and we will take our best guess about where you were born! North, south, east or west?
10 Types of Lions (Including 4 Extinct Species)
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Lions, one of the most iconic big cats in the animal kingdom, belong to the species Panthera leo, but not all lions are the same. There are several recognized subspecies, each adapted to a specific region and environmental conditions.
The Largest Wildfire in World History Burned 15% of a Continent
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Wildfires have shaped landscapes, ecosystems and human history for centuries. Some of the deadliest wildfires have burned across millions of acres, leaving behind devastation and reshaping the way we manage fire-prone environments.
What's a Subduction Zone? Everyone in the Pacific NW Should Know
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A subduction zone can shake things up — literally. These geological features are responsible for some of the most intense earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis.
Graupel Isn't Snow, Nor Sleet, Nor Hail, So What the Heck Is It?
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Not to be confused with sleet, graupel is actually an interesting mix of snow and ice. But it's not hail. Graupel, get to know it.
How Payday Loans Work
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Payday loans are short-term, high-interest loans which can be very easy to get. Learn about how payday loans work at HowStuffWorks.
Are zoos good or bad for animals?
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Are zoos good or bad? You might have asked this while visiting your local wildlife hangout. Learn why zoos are good or bad, depending on perspective.
The State Map Outline Quiz
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They might vary in size and dimensions, but in the end, every state has a shape. Do you know how the states have shaped up over the years? Here's your chance to find out!
What Causes Tornadoes? How Tornadoes Work
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Tornadoes leave destruction in their wake. Learn why tornadoes rotate, how experts rate tornadoes and view pictures of damage caused by tornadoes.