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Railroads During World War II

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Railroads during World War II were placed under more strict government control to aid in the war effort. Read about railroad industry of World War II.

The Great Flood: More Than a Myth?

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Many cultures have a flood myth -- an ancient story of a deluge that swallowed the Earth. So could a great flood really have happened, and how would we be able to tell?

Does a deer have exactly enough brains to tan its own hide?

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Tanning with deer brain might seem odd, but some people prefer this leather-making tradition. Learn why tanning with deer brain can soften leather.

Horsetail: Herbal Remedies

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Horsetail is a primitive plant used in many herbal remedies. Learn how horsetail can treat bladder conditions and boost hair, bone and nail strength.

What's a sous chef?

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A sous chef has many jobs in the kitchen, all to make the kitchen run smoothly. Learn what a sous chef does to keep the kitchen in check.

Are stupid people happier?

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Ignorance is bliss. But what if you're more than just unaware? If you are dumb as a doornail, flat-out foolish or dim-witted, are you happier than the genius next door?

Alternative Medicines for Cancer

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Alternative medicines for cancer include nutritional therapy, mind/body medicine, and oxygen therapy. Learn to treat cancer with alternative medicine.

Did climate change create a mysterious civilization 5,000 years ago?

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Climate change can effect civilization, a phenomenon demonstrated by the mound builders of Peru. Learn how climate change can effect civilization.

Why Is the Sky Blue?

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We've all probably looked up and wondered why the sky is blue instead of, say, brown. The sky is blue because of the way Earth's atmosphere scatters light from the sun.

Are we 10 years away from artificial life?

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Artificial life could exist as soon as 10 years from now, according to an Associated Press article published in 2007. Learn about artificial life.

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