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The Tiny Fox Saved From the Brink of Extinction

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Are island foxes in California endangered? Learn more about the Santa Cruz and Catalina Islands foxes in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

5 of Earth's Highest Deserts

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Not all deserts have sand and they're certainly not all hot. They're just extremely dry and have little vegetation. That means deserts are located all over the planet, including at super-high elevations.

5 Texas Beaches for Family-friendly Summer Fun

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Sure, you could hit Florida or California, but if you're dreaming of sun, sand and surf, why not head somewhere unexpected?

The History of the Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Where did that melty combination of toasted cheese and bread come from?

Can You Answer These $100 "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" Questions?

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Have you watched "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and thought, "Those $100 questions are easy?" Prove it! Test your general knowledge of basic facts with this quiz!

Top 10 Myths About the Brain

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You only use 10 percent of that big, wrinkled mass of smarts -- unless you listen to Mozart. At least, that's what we've heard about the brain. But how many common brain beliefs are just plain wrong?

There Are More Animals That Start With 'X' Than You'd Expect

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Scientists have developed several methods for grouping different members of the animal kingdom by species or unique characteristics. However, there is arguably no better method for learning fun facts than by listing animal names alphabetically. These are just a few animals that start with X.

6 North Carolina Beaches and Beach Towns

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When people think of beach vacations, their minds might jump to Florida or California. But those in the know often head to the North Carolina beaches instead.

Top 5 Tanning Myths

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Do you know the difference between tanning myths and facts about tanning? Take a look at our list of the top 5 tanning myths and find out.

5 Things Lego Blocks Can Teach About Structural Engineering

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Playing with Lego blocks isn't just child's play. In fact, these blocks and products present a hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of structural engineering.

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