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The World War II Quiz
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World War II was one of the defining conflicts of the 20th century. Just two decades after the end of World War I, WWII began in 1939 and saw the U.S. enter in 1941. Let's explore some of the specifics of the Second World War.
Are We Soulmates?
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It's obvious that you are thinking about someone right now. When you saw the word "soulmates," you needed to know if you have that kind of relationship, didn't you? Put any doubts to rest, and find out where you stand!
A Holocaust Survivor's Surprising Message of Hope
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Magda Herzberger was just a teen when she and her family were sent to Auschwitz. It was the last time she saw her father. Now 77 years after the liberation of Auschwitz, we tell her story of survival and why we must never forget.
How Long Does the Once-dimming Star Betelgeuse Have Left?
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Star-gazers gasped when they saw how much Betelgeuse dimmed in 2019 and the reason wasn't clear. Even though it's back up to full strength, how long will it be before it explodes? We haven't seen a supernova in over 400 years.
Can You ID These '70s Movies?
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The '70s might have been the best decade ever for big movies. From killer sharks to galaxies far, far away to '50s nostalgia, cinema had everything. How much do you remember about the years that saw the birth of the blockbuster?
How do big city shell games and three card monte games work?
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I recently visited a big city, and I saw some "three card monte" and "shell games" on street corners and in the subway. I know these games are a scam, but I can't figure out the trick. How do these games work? Is there any way to win?
The Biggest Alligator on Record, by Weight and Length
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If you came across an alligator in your yard (a totally plausible scenario in a place like Florida), you might think it's the biggest alligator you ever saw. But if it's not pushing 1,000 pounds and 15 feet in length, then it's likely not breaking any records.
How the American Red Cross Works
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After Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States, most of us saw what the Red Cross can do -- and what it cannot do. But the Katrina disaster isn't the first sign of conflict in the ranks of this humanitarian organization. Learn about the functions and history of the American Red Cross.
Can you make a rocket engine using hydrogen peroxide and silver?
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At a drag race, I once saw a rocket car that was supposedly powered by spraying hydrogen peroxide on a silver mesh. The resultant reaction produced huge amounts of pure white smoke and apparently enough thrust to propel the car rapidly down the track. Does hydrogen peroxide really react with silver that way?
Backsaw
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A backsaw is typically used to cut tenons, also called joints or grooves, in wood. Find out how to safely use this handy tool in this article.