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How NATO Works
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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is built on an alliance between 30 North American and European countries. But it's much more than that.
Quiz: Is This Spot North or South of the Equator?
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Do you know on which side of 0 degrees latitude these famous landmarks fall?
10 Sahara Desert Animals Thriving in North Africa
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If you're picturing a sea of sand with nothing but heat waves and tumbleweeds, it's time to rethink the Sahara Desert animals. The largest hot desert on the planet Earth is bursting with life, from lightning-fast insects to super-chill mammals that defy the extremes of northern Africa.
8 Frog Species and Toads You'll Find in North America
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Frogs have been hopping around the planet since the Early Triassic, making them one of the oldest extant amphibian lineages. With more than 7,000 frog species globally, they’ve adapted to nearly every environment on Earth, from tropical rainforest canopies to forest floor ponds.
10 Country Music Festivals Uniting Fans in North America
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There are few summer traditions quite like piling into a car with your friends, a tent in the trunk and a playlist full of country anthems.
How NORAD Works
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NORAD is a military operation that is jointly run by the United States and Canada. Learn about NORAD and the unique location for the NORAD headquarters.
Is it possible to run a nuclear test without producing radioactive fallout?
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In what may prove to be the first nuclear explosion since 1998, North Korea claims it has conducted an underground test of a nuclear weapon.
How do scientists determine if a nuclear blast has occurred?
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In the first reports released since North Korea announced its underground nuclear test on Monday, officials are saying they have found no evidence of a nuclear signature in the air above the blast site.
The Lion's Mane Jellyfish Was the Secret to a Sherlock Holmes Mystery
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With its fiery tentacles and massive bell, the lion's mane jellyfish is one of the ocean's most striking creatures. Known scientifically as Cyanea capillata, this giant jellyfish haunts cold northern waters, including the North Pacific Ocean, North Sea, and Arctic.
Arctic Animal Pictures
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Arctic animals have developed amazing adaptations to be able to survive in the arctic tundra. Check out these arctic animal pictures at HowStuffWorks.