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Do Fish Get Thirsty?
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They're swimming in water all day so how could they ever get thirsty? The answer might surprise you.
Norwegian Forest Cat vs. Maine Coon: A Battle of Seriously Big Cats
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The Maine Coon and the Norwegian Forest are both plus-size breeds of cat, but what are the differences between these feline behemoths?
10 Ways to Liven Up Your White Elephant Gift Exchange
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White elephant. Mean Santa. Yankee swap. These are the holiday parties we live for. But if it feels like yours is getting a bit tired, we've got 10 rules to liven it up this year.
Holland vs. Netherlands: Tricky Naming for Different Places
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People often use the words Holland and the Netherlands interchangeably when talking about the country in Western Europe. Are the two places the same?
Did French kissing start in France?
French kissing appears in the Kama Sutra circa the third century. So did French kissing start in France or somewhere else? Find out.
What's the busiest ER in the United States?
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Some emergency rooms are busier than others. Find out where the busiest ER in the United States is to learn more.
How Much Do You Know About Hamilton?
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It is the musical that changed it all. Broadway has never been the same since Hamilton took the stage. If you're willing to pay $500 to see it, then you're able and willing to take this quiz. When you succeed, you can break into song.
Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
The Largest Tsunami Ever Recorded Only Claimed 2 Lives
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If you're lucky, you've never seen a tsunami in person, but you know that this type of massive wave can cause enormous damage. They can be measured, too, which easily leads to the question: What was the largest tsunami ever recorded?
The World Hits 8 Billion People; Is That Good or Bad?
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The world's population is expected to hit 8 billion Nov. 15 2022. Is that too many people or just right?