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Do You Know the Opening Lyrics For These '70s Songs?
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The 1970s were all about disco. The Bee Gees, John Travolta and "Saturday Night Fever" were on the big screen. We've compiled a list of some of the best and most popular '70s songs. Can you name them all? Take this quiz and find out!
One-hit Wonders of the '80s Quiz
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Pull on your slouchy socks and tease your bangs! It's time to go back to the 1980s, when Mickey was oh-so-fine and a new musical act was soaring into the spotlight each month. Take our quiz to see how much you know about one-hit wonders in the '80s.
Sailfish Are Super-fast, Stunning and Smart Ocean Predators
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Sailfish are the fastest known animal in the ocean. Just how fast? As fast as a cheetah. That's how fast.
Worldwide Droughts Uncover Ancient Relics, Ruins and Remains
Here are six surprises that were uncovered around the globe when the heat rose and the water receded.
12 of the Most Destructive Earthquakes
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Earthquakes and their resulting aftershocks can be devastatingly destructive. Earthquakes are caused when a fault in the Earth's crust slips, which releases energy waves in the ground. Find a list of 12 of the most destructive earthquakes in history.
Untangling the Conspiracy Theories Around Adrenochrome
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Adrenochrome has been linked to schizophrenia and the LSD counterculture movement. Now QAnon conspiracy theorists say it's part of a child sex-trafficking cult. So what's the truth behind this chemical compound?
How Great White Sharks Work
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The great white shark tasted fame when it played the villain in the 1975 film Jaws. Learn if the great white shark deserves its killer reputation.
How the Emancipation Proclamation Worked
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While Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free the slaves, it was a crucial political move. Read about the Emancipation Proclamation.
10 Impressive Art Heists
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Art heists are dangerous but can earn thieves some serious cash -- if they find the right buyer. Learn about the top five most impressive art heists.
How Ikea Works
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Ikea has become one of the most successful businesses, with 250 stores in 31 countries. Learn how Ikea became the world's biggest furniture store.