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The Wonderful World of Disney: Parks and Rides Quiz
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The House of Mouse started with one man and a dream, and now Disney dominates the global theme park market. Put on your Mickey ears and take our quiz to see how much you know about Disney parks and attractions.
Can You Identify These Disney Rides?
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Disneyland in California is known as "The Happiest Place On Earth," and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Florida is known as "The Most Magical Place on Earth." From "Dumbo" to "Star Wars" to the Marvel Universe, Disney theme parks have everything you love all in one place! Now it's time to whistle while you work your way through this quiz to see what Disney attractions you can ID!
How NORAD Works
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NORAD is a military operation that is jointly run by the United States and Canada. Learn about NORAD and the unique location for the NORAD headquarters.
The Cougar Technically Isn't a 'Big Cat'
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The cougar, also known as Puma concolor, is one of the most adaptable and widespread cat species in the Americas. You can find this elusive predator, commonly referred to as a mountain lion or puma, across a vast range that extends from the southern tip of South America to the wilds of Canada.
6 Vermont Ski Resorts for Every Budget
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With charming towns and deep snow, Vermont ski resorts are the heart of New England's winter scene. Whether you’ve got a season pass or just want to ski or ride for a day, the Green Mountain State offers options for every budget.
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
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Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail. HowStuffWorks looks at what they endured in their search of a better life.
9 Big Hairy Facts About Gorillas
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HowStuffWorks looks at the elusive and powerful gorilla, of which there are two species, the Eastern gorilla and the Western gorilla.
Arizona's Grand Falls Gushes to Life Again
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Arizona isn't all desert. Take Grand Falls, aka "Chocolate Falls." It is dry most of the year, but when it rains, this waterfall pours.
10 Deadliest Avalanche Disasters, Including One With 20K Casualties
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The title of deadliest avalanche is most often given to the 1970 Huascarán disaster in Peru, the single most catastrophic avalanche in recorded history.
10 Countries With Perfect Climates
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A perfect climate means different things to different people. These 10 countries span the globe and offer a wide range of climates to satisfy any taste -- hot, cold or in-between.