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Where Have All the Water Fountains Gone? Here's Why We Should Bring Them Back

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Drinking fountains have faced a challenge from bottled water, but they seem to be making a comeback. By the way, we throw away over 60 million PET water bottles every day in the U.S. alone.

The Secret Power of Aquarius Rising in Astrology

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Astrology reveals our traits through celestial influence, with the rising sign shaping our persona and impressions, while the sun sign represents our essence.

10 Innovations That Led to the Modern Bullet

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Firearms get the historical spotlight, but what about the projectiles they hurl at insane speeds? Here are the innovations that gave rise to modern ammunition. Think of it as 10 rounds of ammo info.

How Samurai Work

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The legend of the samurai continues to permeate our culture, with countless movies and TV shows dedicated to the subject. How much of what we know about the samurai is truth and how much is myth?

How the Voynich Manuscript Works

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It's a massive book that no one can read, and it has fascinated scientists, historians and cryptographers for decades. Is it a textbook, an encyclopedia ... or an elaborate hoax?

How Math Works

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A world without math is unimaginable. It's a part of who we are. It's the analytical juice of our left brain. In the words of physicist Richard Feynman, even a fool can use it. So why do so many of us turn our backs on numbers?

How to Clean Retainers for Optimal Oral Health

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Maintaining clean retainers is an essential part of oral hygiene, ensuring dental health and a beautiful smile. Whether you have permanent or removable retainers, it's important to understand how to clean retainers properly to avoid plaque buildup and harmful bacteria.

10 Reasons That Aliens Probably Exist

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Whether or not we are alone in the universe is one of life's greatest mysteries. On Earth we find ourselves in the "Goldilocks Zone," which means that conditions are just right for hosting life, but we have discovered other Earth-like planets deep in space, as well as planets that are thought to have water (which [...] The post 10 Reasons That Aliens Probably Exist appeared first on Goliath.

Who Built These Mysterious Concrete Arrows?

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Giant arrows guided American airmail pilots on nighttime routes up until the 1940s. HowStuffWorks takes a look.

The Hidden Meanings of Lightsaber Colors: A Star Wars Fan's Guide

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What does your lightsaber color reveal about you? Join us on a journey through the meanings of lightsaber colors and discover your true connection to the Force.

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