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Alligator Gar: 100 Million Years Old and Still Kicking
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The prehistoric looking alligator gar is sometimes referred to as a "living fossil" and, while it may look threatening, it's harmless to anything larger than itself.
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.
How the Pledge of Allegiance Went from Marketing Ploy to Classroom Staple
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The Pledge of Allegiance started as just part of a marketing campaign to sell flags. But along the way, it became something much much bigger.
How Much do You Know About the World's Megacities?
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Family rural living is a dying way of life everywhere in the world. People are flocking to cities, swelling them in size to the point that they become megacities. How much do you know about the megacities of the Earth?
Remembering Colin Powell's American Journey
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The distinguished American general was the first Black man to become Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. He died Oct. 18 at age 84.
20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls
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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.
What Makes a Good Pineapple?
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Pineapples should be fragrant and aromatic if they're ripe. Learn more about what makes a good pineapple here.
The Ultimate Marvel Villain Quiz
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OOF, we don't want to imagine a Marvel Universe without our fave villains. The superheroes get nearly all the credit, but we low-key know the savage bad guys make or break a story. How well do you know your Marvel villains? Take our quiz to test your knowledge!
How Microwave Cooking Works
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Microwave ovens are popular because they cook food in an amazingly short amount of time. They are also extremely efficient in their use of electricity because a microwave oven heats only the food -- and nothing else.
5 Smooth Things You Didn't Know About Peanut Butter
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Why was a peanut butter sandwich originally a high-class meal? Do Americans prefer crunchy or smooth? Find out these and other tasty peanut butter facts.