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What brought bison back from the brink of extinction?

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Bison extinction seemed imminent during the 1800s, as the market for buffalo hide boomed. Learn how men like Teddy Roosevelt prevented bison extinction.

Will the U.S. be a desert in 50 years?

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Will the U.S. be a desert in 50 years? Learn about the chances of the U.S. becoming a desert in the next 50 years.

Can You Guess Which Countries These Breathtaking Landscapes Are From?

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Where in the world can you marvel at Earth's biggest canyon, swim in lakes the color of bubble gum, or stroll through endless stretches of red sand? Take our quiz to see if you can match these breathtaking landscapes to the correct country!

What Countries Use the Imperial System?

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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.

Tree Leaves Identification Quiz

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Calling all nature lovers! You've seen leaves all your life, but can you successfully identify a tree based on its leaves alone? Pick it up and see, now!

Test Your Knowledge: German History Quiz

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You might say that this country has had its ups and downs in the past few centuries. How much do you know about German history?

How Political Primaries Work

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Political primaries are meant to transfer the power of who would run for president from the elite to the voters. Learn about primaries at HowStuffWorks.

The Longest Government Shutdown in American History

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From time to time, the United States federal government experiences a shutdown, reminding the country's citizens just how difficult it is to align federal funding with political power and public policy.

5 Facts About Kathy Hochul, NY's First Female Governor

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History has been made as New York Governor Andrew Cuomo steps aside and Kathy Hochul becomes the state's first female governor.

The Tallest Mountain in the U.S. and 7 Close Contenders

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Although most of the highest mountains in the world are in Asia (looking at you, Mount Everest and Himalayas), the United States is home to some of the most breathtaking and impressive mountain ranges in the world.

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