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How Much of a Geographic Whiz Are You?
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Do you know your global places and local areas of interest? Get out your maps and wits, combine them and have fun in our Geography Whiz quiz!
The Fascinating Stories Behind 5 of the World's Big Currency Symbols
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Why does the dollar sign have a slash? Did a British pound originally weigh 1 pound? Find out the stories behind these and other currency symbols
How to Avoid Bubbles in Your Nail Polish Finish
A buried bubble trapped in your nail polish finish can really mess it up. So how can you fix it?
Start of World War II: September 1939-March 1940
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from September 1939 to April 1940. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.
Wine Basics
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Good wine is one of life's greatest pleasures. Learn about the varieties of wine, how to read a wine label, wine tasting, and wine terminology.
How Interplanetary Internet Will Work
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Can the Internet stretch out to planets like Mars? Learn how it will!
Solar Panels Are Slowly Making Their Way on Cars
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On a hot day, you could practically singe your fingers on your car's steering wheel. But what if all that heat could be leveraged to power its engine instead?
2007 BRICK Award Winner: Jennifer Staple
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2007 BRICK Award winner Jennifer Staple's summer job led to a vision for global change, providing eye care to underserved people throughout the world.
How tall can a tree grow?
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Can a tree grow and grow? Or can a tree grow only to the point that water transport limits it? Learn more about tree growth and the tallest trees.
Why Do Lemurs Live Only in Madagascar?
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Lemurs live in Madagascar - and no other place on Earth. But long ago, they thrived all over the planet. Learn why lemurs live only in Madagascar.