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The Mars Quiz
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Mars: There's been a lot of misinformation and myth-making about our nearest neighbor in the Solar System. Can you sort out the truth from the sci-fi? Try it now with our quiz!
Ridiculous History: That Time Wine Flowed Out of the Taps
Every year, a fountain in Marino, Italy, flows with wine. Learn about the unexpected 'miracolo' at La Sagra dell'Uva di Marino.
How SpaceShipOne Works
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It's launch time for the first privately funded space flight. In the course of battle for the X Prize, a group called Scaled Composites has built and tested SpaceShipOne, a sub-orbital spacecraft intended to carry tourists on the ride of their life. Learn all about the craft.
How big does a meteor have to be to make it to the ground?
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How big is a shooting star? Do they land on earth or do they burn up? Learn how what tiny particles of space dust have to do with meteors.
How the Virtual Border Fence Works
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The virtual border fence uses a system of cameras and radar to catch border crossers. Learn about the virtual border fence and border fence technology.
How Blimps Work
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Blimps combine the simple buoyancy of a hot air balloon with the technology of an airplane. Learn all about these lighter-than-air vehicles.
Summer Stress Syndrome
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Summer stress syndrome often occurs in busy families. Learn more about summer stress syndrome from Discovery Health.
Thai Weddings
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Thai weddings feature a mix of traditions that match the country's diversity of cultures and ethnicities. Read more about Thai weddings.
The Least Populated State Is One of the Largest by Land Area
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The least populated state in the U.S. offer a unique glimpse into the country's quieter and slower ways of life.
Natto Is One of Japan's Funkiest Fermented Foods
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It's slimy, stringy and even quite pungent, but natto is also chock full of nutrients. So what is this superfood that's been a staple in Japan for thousands of years?