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How the U.S. Coast Guard Works
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Unique among the U.S. armed forces, the Coast Guard is perpetually on active duty, entrusted with lots responsibilities and chronically underfunded. Learn about the U.S. Coast Guard.
Why Did the U.S. Experience a Coin Shortage?
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Just when America seemed to be getting over the great toilet paper shortage, the next thing in short supply was coins. But why?
How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?
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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.
The Invasive Joro Spider Is Getting Cozy in the U.S.
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Native to East Asia, the Joro spider has adapted to life in the southern U.S. and, as far as we know, is a beneficial addition to the ecosystem.
Tornado Alley: Where the Worst Twisters Form in the U.S.
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Where is tornado alley and why do so many tornadoes form there?
How the U.S. Postal Service Works
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The U.S. Postal Service employs about 500,000 people and is responsible for the delivery of mail. Learn more about the United States Postal Service.
The Coldest State in the U.S. Is Below Freezing on Average
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The United States has a wide range of climate zones, from the subtropical to the arctic. On the low end of the thermometer, there are plenty of options for a deep winter chill. Here, we look at a couple different ways to determine the coldest state in the U.S. — and by both definitions, there's one winner.
What's the Biggest State in the U.S.A.?
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The United States is divided into 50 states, small and large. So which is the biggest state in the U.S.A.?
Biggest Cities in the U.S. (And the Biggest in Each State)
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The United States Census Bureau tracks the population of all incorporated places in the United States. Incorporated places include cities, towns, villages, boroughs and municipalities. The government census can identify trends in the growth rate of populations and help communities plan for the future, which is especially important in the biggest cities in U.S. states.
12 Most Gay-friendly Cities in the U.S. (4 in California)
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If you are searching for the most gay-friendly cities in the U.S., you are really asking a science-of-people question: Where do laws, culture, and community line up so LGBTQ people can live ordinary lives (or at least as "ordinary" as straight people)?