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Why do you hear some radio stations better at night than in the day?
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Have you ever noticed a difference in the quality of radio signals depending on the time of day? See how radio signals and the Earth interact.
12 At-home Date Night Ideas
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Who says a date night at home can't be romantic? We've got 12 ideas to make your at-home date night a hit.
Nyx: Goddess of the Night and Daughter of Chaos
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She's been described as a chariot-riding queen of night and the mother of death, deceit and dreams. Who was this mist-shrouded figure that even the gods feared?
Should You Shut Down Your Computer Every Night?
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In an earlier time, people routinely shut down their computers at night, and some folks still do. But is this necessary?
How Does Santa Make It Around the World in One Night?
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Santa's journey around the world takes some amazing technology in order for him to make it around the world in one night. Learn about Santa's journey.
12 Nocturnal Animals: List of Creatures That Thrive at Night
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When the sun goes down, an entirely different set of creatures comes to life. This nocturnal animals list highlights some of the world’s most amazing night animals, from skilled hunters with heightened senses to creatures that use the cover of darkness to avoid predators.
Can You Identify These Night-Blooming Flowers?
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There are countless flowers that emerge in the morning to meet the sun, but you may be surprised to learn just how many species reach peak bloom long after the sun has set. Take our quiz to see how many of these night-bloomers you can name!
How do the streetlights turn on automatically at night?
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On the Flintstones, a small bird sits inside the light and turns it on every night before he goes to bed. In a modern streetlight, a small circuit replaces the bird.
Why do gorillas build new nests every night?
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Gorilla nests are the temporary 'beds' these apes build every night to sleep in. Learn why scientists use gorilla nests to track the species.
Polaris Star: How to Spot the North Star in the Night Sky
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Polaris, also known as the North Star, is almost exactly over the celestial North Pole, making it extremely useful for navigation (and for making wishes on, as well).