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9 Largest Islands in the World
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An island doesn't necessarily have to be small. You might be surprised by the size of some of these islands on our list. Here are the nine biggest ones.
How Zen Koans Unlock the (Gateless) Gate of Enlightenment
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A koan is a riddle or puzzle that Zen Buddhists use during meditation to help them unravel greater truths. We look at some examples to see how these enigmatic sayings work.
Is the Ramree Island Crocodile Massacre a Myth?
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During World War II, 1,000 Japanese soldiers retreated from fighting with the British into Ramree Island, Burma, where most were eaten by crocodiles. Or so the story goes. But what really happened?
A Growing Number of Doctors Take Only Cash, Not Insurance
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It's called the direct primary care model, and doctors who've switched to it say it promises better patient outcomes and less bureaucracy. But not everyone is convinced.
Are there more floods now than there used to be?
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I read 'How Floods Work,' but I still have a question: Why are there so many more floods now? It seems like there are floods all the time, and it didn't used to be that way. Is it raining more?
How do radio-controlled clocks set themselves to the atomic clock in Colorado?
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Many radio-controlled clocks automatically sync their time with the atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado. Learn about radio-controlled clocks.
Why does the stock market use fractions?
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The origin of stock market fractions dates back to the establishment of the American stock market. Learn where stock fractions came from.
What is carrageenan?
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I notice that most foods I eat have normal-sounding ingredients except one -- this stuff called "carrageenan." What is carrageenan?
What is low-power FM LPFM?
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The FCC has adopted rules creating a non-commercial FM radio (LPFM) service. Learn how a school or individual can start one of these radio stations.
1948 Harley-Davidson S-125
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The Harley-Davidson S-125 motorcycle was a popular civilian bike in the wake of World War II. See pictures and learn more about the Harley S-125.