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The Long Strange History of License Plates in the U.S.
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When license plates were first introduced in the U.S. in 1901, you had to make your own. Nowadays, prisoners make them for you. Yes, it's true.
How to Know When It's Time to Say Goodbye to a Pet
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It's never easy to lose a pet. But it's even harder when you have to make the decision when that time comes. Is there any way to make it easier?
The 9 Longest Rivers in the World: From the Nile to the Congo
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When it comes to rivers, longest doesn't necessarily mean biggest, and length can be difficult to determine, so the top spot will always be debated.
12 of the Most Destructive Earthquakes
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Earthquakes and their resulting aftershocks can be devastatingly destructive. Earthquakes are caused when a fault in the Earth's crust slips, which releases energy waves in the ground. Find a list of 12 of the most destructive earthquakes in history.
Chances Are You'll Never See a Pine Marten in the Wild
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Pine martens are elusive and love to stay hidden in deep forests, but with strong claws, they are great climbers and hunters.
Ivy League Universities: The Gold Standard of Higher Education
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Ivy League universities might conjure images of ivy-covered walls, tweed jackets, and old-money prestige. But there's more to these schools than tradition and architecture.
Where Do Tacos Originate From? It's Complicated
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Where do tacos originate from? It seems simple until you look closely at the tortilla in your hand. The short answer is that tacos come from Mexico, but the longer answer runs through Indigenous people, Mexican miners, street vendors, and fast food chains that turned a local staple into a global dish.
How to Plan a Wedding
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Planning a wedding is a joyous occasion, but it also can be stressful. The key is to take care of all details. Learn how to organize a wedding.
What Is ESP? How ESP Works
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Have you ever had a dream that came true? Or called a friend at the exact moment he was calling you? Most of us have had some sort of paranormal experience. Is this evidence of the existence of ESP?
How Skyscrapers Work
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People build skyscrapers primarily because they are convenient -- you can create a lot of real estate out of a relatively small ground area. They're also awe-inspiring. Skyscrapers capture our imagination -- how high can we build them? Learn about the architecture and design of these monumental buildings.