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5 Things You Didn't Know About the Spring Equinox
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The spring, or vernal, equinox traditionally marks the first day of spring - but climate scientists use a different date altogether. Find out more about this and other facts about the spring equinox.
That Faint Light in the Night Sky Could Be the Gegenschein
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The gegenschein, "faint light" in German, occurs under very specific astronomical conditions when the sun reaches the exact opposite of Earth from wherever you're stargazing.
Marmosets Are Tiny, Upper Canopy-dwelling Monkeys
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Marmosets are some of the smallest monkeys in the world and are found primarily in the forested areas of central Brazil. And the males support their mates in a very unique way.
Kepler-186f: Earth's Mysterious 'First Cousin'
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Kepler-186f was the first Earth-sized planet found within its star's habitable zone. But there's still a lot we don't know about it.
Trillions and Quadrillions: A Short Guide to Absurdly Big Numbers
You've heard of Google, but what about a Googol? If not, then this tutorial is for you.
How Storm Chasers Work
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If a tornado was heading your way, you'd probably head for the hills. But for some people, it's just the beginning of a chase.
How Horoscopes Work
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Astrology holds that the relative positions of stars and planets have influence over the lives of human beings. Believers call it a science, while non-believers call it nonsense. Learn the basics of astrology.
10 Eponymous Discoveries (and the People Who Made Them)
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Ah, the pride of leaving your name on a discovery as a lasting legacy of your time here on Earth. As the 10 discoveries on this list demonstrate, you probably won't get to revel in that pride while you're still alive.
Is there really water on Mars?
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Photographs have recently shown that there may be water on Mars. Find out if there's water on Mars and what that could mean for life on Mars.
How Jamaican Traditions Work
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What kind of traditions are celebrated in Jamaica? Read about Jamaican traditions at HowStuffWorks.