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Right to Repair Fight Just Got Big Boost From Biden
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President Joe Biden just signed a sweeping executive order that will create right-to-repair rules for cellphone companies, as well as big ag companies like John Deere. Who would be against that? We'll explain.
What Is the Longest Living Animal? From Tortoises to Whales
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Jeanne Louise Calment, who lived to the ripe age of 122, witnessed incredible milestones in human history, from the unveiling of the Eiffel Tower to the advent of the internet. Her long life, spanning well over a century, is a testament to human resilience and longevity.
Half-Life Formula: Components and Applications
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In nuclear physics, the concept of half-life plays a crucial role in understanding the decay of radioactive substances. Scientists use the half-life formula in other disciplines to predict the rate of decay, as well as measure the age of ancient artifacts through carbon dating.
Classic Airplanes
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Every one of these classic airplanes was the product of loving care of an intelligent design team doing the best work of their era. Learn how aviation evolved and find links to classic airplane profiles, from the early years through today's jet age.
Is the Doomsday Fish Actually a Terrible Omen?
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As land-dwelling humans, the ocean can be both fascinating and a little (or a lot) frightening. It's therefore not all that surprising that an appearance of the large, strange-looking oarfish might make people anxious, especially in our social-media addled age.
'80s Fashion Trivia
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Whether you're a true '80s kid or you wish you grew up during the age of flash, this quiz is for you! Test your memory on all of the bright colors, hair spray, and showy accessories that came out of this decade!
Can We Guess How Old You Are Based on Your Favorite Songs?
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Music is something humans have enjoyed throughout history, and it's been through so many changes as it has evolved. Is your favorite song catalog from The Beatles or *NSYNC? Tell us and we'll try to guess your age!
Can You Pass This '60s and '70s Christmas Movie Screenshot Quiz?
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From animated classics and maudlin made-for-TV tearjerkers to "B" grade cult flicks and bizarre cinematic imports, the 1960s and '70s were a golden age for Christmas movies. How many of these holiday favorites do you know?
How Much Do You Know About WWII Tanks?
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During World War I, engineers devised tanks as a way to triumph over the stalemate of trench warfare. In WWII, tanks came of age, bigger and deadlier than ever before. What do you know about the tanks of the Second World War?
Can humans regrow fingers?
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Fetuses can regrow almost anything that gets damaged while in the womb. Children up to the age of two have been known to regrow fingertips with no outside help. And at least one person has regrown a fingertip with the help of a substance extracted from pig bladders.