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Can We Guess Your First Gaming Console?
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Did you rock a Magnavox Odyssey back in the '70s? An NES in the '80s? Sega Saturn in the '90s? A Game Cube in the 2000s? Let us know how you've been gaming and we'll guess what your first console was!
Beck Weathers: Left for Dead on Everest, Lived to Tell the Tale
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In the world of mountain climbing, few stories are as harrowing or as inspiring as that of Beck Weathers.
What's With Germany's Strict Burial Regulations?
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In Germany, death may be permanent, but gravesites aren't. They're leased until the next "resident" moves in. That's just one grim regulation surrounding funerals and burials.
15 Types of Blue for Every Mood and Vibe
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Types of blue span everything from the pale tint of a baby blanket to the deep tone of a navy uniform. In color theory, blue represents calm, stability, and sometimes sadness — but the color is far from one-dimensional.
1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 Ford Mustang
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The Ford Mustang was rejuvenated for 1999 with "New Edge" styling, more power, and many key refinements. Learn all about the 1999-2004 Mustang saga.
What causes heat stroke?
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A friend of mine nearly died from heat stroke, and it was a major emergency. What causes someone to almost die from a little heat?
What is the true meaning of jihad?
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A recently declassified U.S. government study says the Iraq war has become a uniting cause for 'Muslim jihadists.' What really is a jihad?
France's Mysterious Fosse Dionne Spring Stubbornly Keeps Its Secrets
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It's possible that the giant, deadly serpent hanging out at the bottom of Fosse Dionne spring is just a legend, but divers have disappeared trying to find out, so who knows?
Conquistadors, Gold and Charlemagne: How California Got Its Name
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Surfboards, huarache sandals and endless sunshine? Yes. But throw in some Conquistadors, a Spanish novel, Black Amazons and, of course, Charlemagne and - voilà - the name "California" is born.
What Makes One Pencil Superior to Another?
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Not all pencils are created equal. There's a reason why teachers and school supply lists specify one pencil brand.