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Why the Mint Julep Is the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby
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The mint julep is as synonymous with the Kentucky Derby as big hats and seersucker suits. But how did this drink wind up at the world's most famous horse race?
What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?
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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.
The Greyhound-like Borzoi Can Take Down a Wolf. What Can Your Dog Do?
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A popular companion dog for European royalty for centuries, this elegant breed is still sought after worldwide, though somewhat difficult to find in the U.S.
Göbekli Tepe: The Temple That Hints at What Humans Were Up to 11,000 Years Ago
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Göbekli Tepe is thought to be a possible archaeological bridge between nomadic hunter-gatherer societies and stable, settled agricultural communities that built temples and produced art.
Could Breadfruit Be the Next Superfood?
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Breadfruit is a staple fruit that grows in the tropics has the potential to provide food security to millions. So what exactly is it and who's eating it?
From Plant Pots to Ancient Armies, Terracotta Is Universal
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One of the oldest and most widely-used materials in the world, baked clay or terracotta, can be found on roofs, in museums and in gardens all over the world.
Caracal: A Jumper Extraordinaire With Satellite Dish Ears
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Caracals have really cool ears and can also jump 10 feet in the air from a seated position.
Why Is the Goldendoodle So Popular, and Do They Make Good Pets?
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What do you get when you mix a golden retriever and a poodle? An oodleriever? Nope - you get a goldendoodle. They're great pets, but have a ton of rambunctious energy.
The Secret South Carolina 'Monkey Farm' That Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine
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A little-known research facility in South Carolina housed thousands of monkeys and was key to developing the polio vaccine.
Hematite, a Shape-shifting Mineral From the Stone Age
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You can find hematite found all over Earth, as well as Mars. The bloodstone the main source of iron and is also used in jewelry and painting.