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How is L.A. like ancient Rome?
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Aqueducts are one thing held in common by both L.A. and Ancient Rome. Learn about the L.A. aqueducts and how they harmed the Owens Valley.
What If There Were No Such Thing As Illness?
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It's a crazy thought, but what if cancer didn't exist? And malaria, schizophrenia and every other illness that disrupts our normal functioning? Come along as we investigate what such a world might look like.
How Bioarchaeology Works
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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?
Why Aren't Modern Suburbs Built on a Walkable Grid?
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You might be surprised to learn that the twists and turns of streets in the suburbs date all the way to the Industrial Revolution.
Who Really Struck It Rich During the California Gold Rush?
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When you think of the California Gold Rush, you probably think a lot of people made millions off that gold, right? Some did, but it wasn't from panning for it.
What brought bison back from the brink of extinction?
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Bison extinction seemed imminent during the 1800s, as the market for buffalo hide boomed. Learn how men like Teddy Roosevelt prevented bison extinction.
Blue Crab: A Savory Beauty and Maryland Staple
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The blue crab is one of the most recognizable crustaceans in the coastal waters of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Found in the Chesapeake Bay, the blue crab plays a crucial role in marine science and fisheries.
How the Galapagos Islands Work
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The Galapagos Islands are famous for giving Charles Darwin the inspiration for his theory of evolution. Learn about the Galapagos Islands.
An Ocean Quahog Shows Its Age Like Rings on a Tree
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The ocean quahog (Arctica islandica) is a clam that redefines what it means to have a long lifespan. This species is famous for being one of the longest-lived animals on Earth, with individuals surviving up to 500 years! That's older than Shakespeare's first play.
How Human Migration Works
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Human migration is the idea that humans developed in Africa and then spread to Europe and Asia. Learn about human migration and how human migration works.