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The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
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The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
Weather Experiments for Kids
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Weather experiments for kids teach children about wind, rain, thunder, lightning, and more. Learn about weather experiments for kids on HowStuffWorks.
What Is a Group of Dragons Called? It's Almost Too Obvious
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Dragons fill stories, games and legends across the world, so it makes sense that people often wonder, "What is a group of dragons called?" Unlike cats or birds, dragons are invented creatures, which gives language a little more freedom.
What Is a Group of Cats Called? A Clowder, a Glaring, a Kindle?
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You might see a few cats lounging together and wonder, what is a group of cats called? While we often think of cats as solitary, they do sometimes form social groups. And yes, there’s a specific word for that.
Which DC Superhero Are You?
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DC superheroes have been around since the 1930's, and for the last few years, superhero movies have taken center stage. Have you ever wondered who you would be? Take this quiz to find out!
What Is a Group of Pigeons Called? Exactly What You Think
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Ever walked through a city square and seen a sky full of pigeons take off at once? You may have wondered, what is a group of pigeons called? Does it have a fancy name like a parliament of owls or a murder of crows?
What Do Skunks Eat? Just About Anything They Find
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If you're catching whiffs of something funky near your porch, you might be wondering, "What do skunks eat?" These black-and-white foragers are best known for their defensive skunk spray, but their feeding habits are just as distinctive.
How House Construction Works
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Have you ever wondered how a house is built? Or what holds up the ceiling and walls? And how do you keep the rain out? It's a complex process that involves quite a bit more than you may think.
Can You Match the World Landmark to the Religion?
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You've probably seen pictures of the most famous landmarks in the world hundreds of times, but have you ever wondered what religion some of them represent? From Stonehenge to the Sistine Chapel, try to match the famous landmark to the religion.
The Most Beautiful Countries in the World, Sorted by Region
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Any avid traveler knows there are far too many gorgeous landscapes and jaw-dropping views to make one all-encompassing list of the most beautiful countries in the world. We're lucky to have such a diverse world, and beauty is subjective.