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Italian Food Quiz
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Food has traditionally been a fundamental pillar of Italian social life. Infused with ancient accents adapted from the Romans, the Greeks and the Etruscans, modern Italian cooking is a national culinary pastime characterized by endless examples of unique local flair. How much do you know about the cuisine commonly served at Italian supper tables?
Beloved Movies That Take Place At Christmas Time
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Well, it's that time of year again. Time for the airwaves to be flooded with Christmas movies. From It's A Wonderful Life and A Christmas Carol to Elf, Home Alone and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, each year at this time, the same movies that are deemed to be classics of the Christmas genre are shown [...] The post Beloved Movies That Take Place At Christmas Time appeared first on Goliath.
What is an atomic clock and how does it work?
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Many ads for new clocks advertise their ability to automatically synchronize themselves with the atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado. This atomic clock is more precise because it uses the frequencies of atoms as its resonator.
How is my radio able to display the stations call letters?
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If you have a car radio that shows FM station call signs on the display panel, then you have the Radio Data System feature. Find out how they work!
How Atomic Clocks Work
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When the power goes out and is later restored, how do you know what time to set your clocks to? Have you ever wondered how time is regulated? Learn how scientists determine exact time.
12 Most Dangerous Cities in Mexico by Homicides per Capita
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The nation of Mexico is home 130 million people across 31 states (Mexico City is a separate entity but not a state in itself, similar to Washington, D.C. in the United States). Unfortunately due to a variety of factors, Mexican cities are often host to a violent crimes including homicide. Here, we'll detail the most dangerous cities in Mexico and give some info about their history.
The 13 Greatest American Soccer Players Ever
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When it comes to soccer, the United States doesn't have the same storied history as many of the more glamorous footballing nations of Europe or South America. Despite that, they have been slowly clawing their way into relevancy over the last three decades. After failing to qualify for every single World Cup between 1954 and [...] The post The 13 Greatest American Soccer Players Ever appeared first on Goliath.
The Best British Comedy Films of All Time
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No nation has a sense of humor quite as distinctive as Britain. Although their humor isn't for everyone, it's difficult to deny that a huge percentage of the all-time great comedy films come from Britain. Typically, British humor is incredibly dry, inappropriate, and bursting with social commentary and satire. British comedy often has a dark [...] The post The Best British Comedy Films of All Time appeared first on Goliath.
10 Things You Might Not Know About Stephen King
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Stephen King, the Master of Horror, is a prolific writer who has sold more than 350 million books worldwide, seen most of his works turned into movies and television programs, and won many prestigious awards, such as the O. Henry short story prize and the National Medal of Arts for his contributions to literature. But [...] The post 10 Things You Might Not Know About Stephen King appeared first on Goliath.
The 10 Greatest Hip Hop Acts Of All Time
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With Straight Outta Compton taking the nation by storm, we've had hip hop on our minds as of late. Never more prominent in the popular consciousness than it is now (the genre's enormous fan base is still growing rapidly, with stellar new acts emerging on an yearly basis), hip hop is often misunderstood by those [...] The post The 10 Greatest Hip Hop Acts Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.