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The Tallest Statue in the World and 14 Others That Come Close
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Monumental statues have been a hallmark of human ambition for centuries, standing tall as symbols of culture, religion and identity. The tallest statue in the world is no exception — and neither are any of its competitors.
The Largest Flying Bird Varies by Wingspan, Height and Weight
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Flightless species of birds (such as ostriches, which are the largest living birds) tend to outsize any of the largest birds in the sky. Bigger sizes, while a liability in the air, can keep flightless birds safer on land.
Guess the '60s Hit Song From Its Opening Line
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Think you know 1960s songs by heart? Here's the quiz to prove it! We'll give you the opening line of lyrics, and you tell us which hit song comes to mind. Ready?
Guess the '70s Hit Song From its Opening Line Quiz
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For better or for worse, '60s counterculture gave way to the disco floor and more modern rock sounds in the following decade. How well can you identify the first line of 1970s hits from the likes of the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, and Bob Dylan? Take the quiz and find out!
Tibetan Glacial Ice Core May Hold Clues About Climate Change
Scientists from The Ohio State University have drilled longest ice core from outside the poles.
How Many Continents Are There? Depends Whom You Ask
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It may surprise you to know that experts around the world disagree on how many continents are out there. Here's why.
How Well Do You Know Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses?
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Ancient gods and goddesses like Zeus, Atlas, Hermes and Athena once ruled over various aspects of our world, and today, we're testing your knowledge on these famous figures! Think you can score at least 25/35 on this quiz? Test your wits now to see!
How Is Barometric Pressure Measured and Why?
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Weather forecasters can tell what the weather will be by reading the barometric pressure, but how does it work?
How Naming the Continents Works
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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.
How the Ice Age Worked
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An ice age is a period of cooling, marked by the presence of glaciers and ice sheets. Learn how an ice age works and if we're in an ice age right now.