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What Was America's First Terrorist Threat?
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Terrorism on the Barbary Coast began in the 15th century and plagued the young American nation. Learn how the U.S. fought off terrorism from the Barbary States.
Could You Pass This Canadian Geography Quiz?
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If you've traveled around the country, or just know your stuff about Canada, you've found the right quiz. You live here, but how well do you really know the geography of your country? Find out by taking a trip from BC to Newfoundland on this quiz!
Can You Identify All of These Animals That Begin With the Letter ‘A’?
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As always, any acceptable attempt at accomplishing an absolute achievement amuses all around. That's a lot of A's! If you have it in you to do a few more, let's see you name all these "A" animals!
What Causes Tornadoes? How Tornadoes Work
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Tornadoes leave destruction in their wake. Learn why tornadoes rotate, how experts rate tornadoes and view pictures of damage caused by tornadoes.
How Paramedics Work
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Paramedics are trained in prehospital care and are often involved in emergency situations. Learn more about how paramedics save lives every day.
10 Ways the Earth Is Trying to Kill You
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Mother Earth seems to have a love/hate thing going on with humans. While the planet we call home has all the essentials we need for life, it also has some nasty — and deadly — surprises.
10 Aviation Innovations We'd Be Stuck on the Ground Without
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In the world of flight, it's a fine line between flying high and falling fast. Can you name 10 of the innovations that keep planes and their passengers airborne?
96% of People Can't Figure Out if These Vehicles Are Ford, Dodge, or Chevy. Can You?
Throughout the 20th century and to present the three big American car manufacturers have been competing for consumer pride. While some vehicles were truly unique, others were eerily similar. Can you figure out if these vehicles are Ford, Chevy or Dodge?
How Woolly Mammoths Worked
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Woolly mammoths have a few things to teach us about the fate of modern elephants. Learn more about woolly mammoths.
How Addiction Works: Exploring Substance Use Disorders
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Addiction to substances, such as drugs and alcohol, have ruined the lives of people all over the world. Read about current views and ideas on addiction.