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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.

How the U.S. Postal Service Works

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The U.S. Postal Service employs about 500,000 people and is responsible for the delivery of mail. Learn more about the United States Postal Service.

How Olympic Torches Work

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Every two years, the Olympic torch makes its way through a huge relay to the Opening Ceremony that kicks off the Olympic Games. Learn all about the torch's history, construction and transport.

10 Advancements in Environmental Engineering

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Environmental engineering existed long before it had a name. It began at the dawn of civilization when we started changing our surroundings to meet our needs.

Are You More LA or NYC?

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Do you belong on the mean streets of New York City, or were you meant to coast down L.A.'s Sunset Boulevard? Tell us about yourself, and we'll reveal which coast you should live on!

The Selena Gomez Quiz

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Selena Gomez has gone from a Disney Channel darling to a global performer who sings, acts and designs clothing. How well do you know Selena Gomez? Take this quiz to find out.

How Private Investigators Work

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Thanks to popular culture, many people have a clear mental image of the stereotypical private investigator. Find out whether the stereotypes about private investigators are true.

How Old Is Google?

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Who invented Google is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Find out who invented Google.

Can scientists clone dinosaurs?

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Dinosaur cloning was first popularized in the movie 'Jurassic Park.' Read about the science of cloning dinosaurs and where we might find dinosaur DNA.

13 of the World's Most Infamous Cults

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Maybe you've heard about drinking the Kool-Aid or listening to The Family Jams - but what do you really know about some of the world's most infamous cults?

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