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The Cougar Technically Isn't a 'Big Cat'
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The cougar, also known as Puma concolor, is one of the most adaptable and widespread cat species in the Americas. You can find this elusive predator, commonly referred to as a mountain lion or puma, across a vast range that extends from the southern tip of South America to the wilds of Canada.
Can We Guess What Province You Live in Based on How You Speak?
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Is it a métro or a subway? Do you use utensils or do you call it cutlery? These are just a few examples of Canadian speech regionalisms — what can your speech patterns tell us about where you're from?
How to Treat Poison Sumac
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Poison sumac is even more toxic than its cousins, poison ivy and poison oak, in its ability to cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems.
Who Was the Mad Trapper of Rat River?
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The Mad Trapper of Rat River probably wasn't a trapper, and he most likely wasn't mad, but who was he and why did he lead the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on one its greatest chases ever?
Can You Tell What Countries These International Border Crossings Are In?
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Borders delineate the shapes of nations and the limits of their reach, culturally, militarily and in terms of natural resources. Border crossings have been flashpoints throughout history. Could you recognize them if you saw them?
Does This Sports Logo Belong to a Team in the NFL, NBA, MLB, or NHL?
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What do you get when you add the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL? Why, this quiz of course! How's your recall? Can you identify which league the logos in this quiz belong to? Lock down these logos and lock up a quiz win!
How Christmas Trees Work
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It's time to unpack the ornaments, string up the popcorn, and yes -- untangle those lights. Plan on piling it all on a fresh Christmas tree? Learn about the different types and how to pick the perfect one.
The Tree Quiz
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Trees aren't just for climbing. We can learn a lot from these ancient, silent friends. What do you know about trees? After taking this quiz, you will find out. Let's begin, shall we?
What's the Difference Between a Mountain Lion and a Cougar?
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Puma, panther, mountain cat, mountain lion, mountain screamer, painter, catamount and, yes, cougar. This cat has a lot of names!
Why World War I Became the 'Forgotten War'
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The 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I offers up a second chance to learn from our mistakes. HowStuffWorks looks at what we need to know.