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The Ultimate Las Vegas Quiz

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There's something compelling about Las Vegas, the city dubbed the "Entertainment Capital of the World." Once a small watering hole, it's now a jewel amid an arid desert. Take our quiz and find out more about Las Vegas, from its history to its climate to its main attractions.

What State Has the Most Mountains in the U.S.? 8 Peak Records

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If you're wondering what state has the most mountains, it depends on how you define "mountains." Some states have the most named mountain ranges or mountainous land area, whereas others have the outright highest mountain peaks.

Can You Correctly Identify Every Country in Central and South America?

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Where does everyone want to go when the weather gets cold? Down south! It's time to head way down south through Central and South America, see if you know your Belize from your Brazil and your Dominica from your Dominican Republic. Take the quiz and see!

The Arabian Sand Boa Burrows in Sand to Ambush Prey

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The Arabian sand boa has mastered the art of living beneath the sand. Found slithering (or, more accurately, burrowing) across the Arabian Peninsula, its ability to stay nearly invisible — with just its eyes peeking above the sand — makes it one of the sneakiest hunters in the desert.

All About Ibex Animal Habits, Environments and Life Cycles

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Ibex have been hunted as trophies and for meat and medicinal purposes. As a result, these creatures, classified as bovidae, now face habitat loss.

The Thorny Devil Collects Drinking Water Without Moving

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Australia's thorny devil, Moloch horridus, looks like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. You might not be surprised that it's also called the "devil lizard" or "mountain devil."

5 Innovative Greenhouses

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Greenhouses are undoubtedly an integral part of humanity's future. Check out these 5 innovative greenhouses to see the future of green gardening.

10 Iconic Mountain Ranges in California

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California is known for its beaches and bustling cities, but what really gives the Golden State its rugged charm are the mountain ranges in California.

11 of the Cutest Animals — And Why Humans Love Them

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What makes an animal cute? In a 2016 article published in "Trends in Cognitive Sciences," researchers found that cuteness plays an important role in the infant-caregiver relationship. The world's cutest animals have features that tug on their parents' heartstrings (and increase their brain activity).

Devon Island: The Icy Canadian Land That NASA Uses for Mars Research

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Devon Island looks like another planet, but it sits firmly on Earth in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This largest uninhabited island lies in Nunavut Canada, north of Baffin Island in the far north of Arctic Canada.

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