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What's the Most Expensive State to Live In?
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When you're choosing a place to live, the cost of living matters - a lot. While some states offer an affordable lifestyle, others place serious pressure on people's wallets year in and year out. So, which is the most expensive state to live in? And which other states should you avoid if you're worried about your budget?
The Least Populated State Is One of the Largest by Land Area
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The least populated state in the U.S. offer a unique glimpse into the country's quieter and slower ways of life.
How Totem Poles Work
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Totem poles are family histories carved from trees. Learn how totem poles tell stories and commemorate special events with common symbols.
Can you live safely among wolves?
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Humans living with wolves can stay safe by respecting wolf territory. Learn how some experts are living with wolves to study and save these animals.
The Life and Death of Timothy Treadwell, the 'Grizzly Man'
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For Timothy Treadwell, observing and protecting grizzly bears (Ursus arctos horribilis) was a way of life. Until one day Treadwell and his partner, Amie Huguenard, were eaten alive by the same bears they revered.
Biggest Cities in the U.S. (And the Biggest in Each State)
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The United States Census Bureau tracks the population of all incorporated places in the United States. Incorporated places include cities, towns, villages, boroughs and municipalities. The government census can identify trends in the growth rate of populations and help communities plan for the future, which is especially important in the biggest cities in U.S. states.
Can You Name These U.S. States by Their Shapes?
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Calling all geography lovers out there! Bet you can't name all of these U.S. states just by looking at their shapes! Try it!
Dungeness Crab: A Deliciously Sustainable Crustacean
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Dungeness crab (Metacarcinus magister) is more than just a seafood favorite; it’s a symbol of coastal culture from California to Alaska. This tasty crustacean is beloved for its sweet, tender crab meat and iconic crab legs.
Can You Guess Which of These Two American Cities Is Furthest North?
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From Florida to Maine or California to Alaska, the United States is a vast country with plenty of interesting cities to explore. But do you know which cities are located north or south of others? Take a trip through this quiz to find out!
How Do New States Become Part of the U.S.?
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Candidates for the "51st state" include Puerto Rico, Guam and Washington, D.C. How likely is this to happen for any of them, and how did the U.S. get the 50 it already has?