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The Mystery, Myth and Reality of Plum Island

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For years, speculation has surrounded the government's high security animal disease research center, which is slated to close in 2023.

How Does Amazon Deliver Stuff So Fast?

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Amazon began disrupting logistics when it first formed in 1994 - and it's not stopping now. How does it and other e-commerce retailers get stuff to you so fast?

Ultimate Guide to Farmers' Markets

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Farmers' markets bring local produce to consumers and help farmers make more profits. Learn about farmers' markets and how farmers' markets operate.

How the CIA Used 'Vampires' to Fight Communism in the Philippines

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During in the Cold War, a CIA operative in the Philippines used the local folklore myth of the blood-sucking aswang to try and scare off communist rebels. Did it work?

How to Become an Astronaut

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Like a firefighter or a rock star, an astronaut is one of those jobs kids say they want to have when they grow up. If you're still serious, we can tell you what it takes.

Majestic 12

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Majestic 12, or MJ-12, was a secret government research team. The team was tasked with investigating multiple UFO crash sites. Read more about the Majestic 12 letter to Jaime Shandera and the ensuing controversy.

Epilepsy Overview

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Epilepsy operates like an electrical storm or traffic jam in the brain. Explore life with epilepsy and take a peek inside the world of the epileptic brain.

Your Thoughts Could Activate a Tiny Robot Inside Your Own Brain

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For the first time, Israeli researchers have developed a system that lets a human use brain waves to control nanobots in a cockroach. How could that help your health?

How Military Camouflage Works

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Camouflage is critical in military operations. Learn about different types of camouflage and see how the art of blending in is keeping up with modern detection systems.

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