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Does Your Body Really Replace Itself Every Seven Years?

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Your body replaces billions (with a b!) of cells every day. In about 100 days, 30 trillion be replaced, but does that mean you're a new person, too?

Smallest Countries in the World

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Is it the country with the smallest land area? Or the fewest people? Either way, you get the same answer.

How Communism Works

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Communism is a type of government that relies on collectivization of labor and good to equal out the classes. Learn about the workings of communism.

The Simple Difference Between Ballistic Missiles and Cruise Missiles

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Despite the phrase "going ballistic," the term "ballistic" refers to how a missile travels through the air, not its explosive capability.

10 Scare-inducing Moments in History

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From serial killers to natural disasters, many events in our history have stoked fear among the masses. Here are 10 fear-stoking moments.

When Is the Earth Going to End?

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The end of Earth will likely come about because of the sun in our solar system. This much you might already know, but we actually have an approximate date.

Can You Guess if This Historical Story Is Fact or Fiction?

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Is it for real or a fraud? Dive into history with these popular stories and myths. Do you know which is a contender and which is a pretender? Test your recall with this "fact vs. fiction" quiz!

Could hackers devastate the U.S. economy?

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Hackers are a constant threat to economic and physical interests within the U.S. Find out how the U.S. is working to prevent a cyber attack by hackers.

Locked and Loaded: Take a Shot at Our Firearms Quiz

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Cannons, howitzers and other artillery pieces produce more bang for the buck, but they're not so easy to carry in a holster. That's why armies need firearms. Now it's time to see if you're a firearms fanatic or a fizzling dud.

How No-fly Zones Work

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No-fly zones are employed by NATO and the United Nations to protect civilian populations. Learn about the enforcement and effectiveness of no-fly zones.

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