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Which Military School is This?

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Throughout the United States, and the globe, there are some pretty amazing military schools. In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of America's finest, as well as some schools abroad. These are the campuses where greatness is cultivated. Ready for a little military school trivia?

West Point's 'Goat' Isn't the Greatest, It's the Last in Class

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It's a curious West Point graduation tradition – a special award is presented to the cadet who has the lowest GPA. But West Point graduates are proud to get it.

You Still Don't Need REAL ID. Deadline Pushed Back to 2023

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The Department of Homeland Security announced it is extending the REAL ID enforcement date by 19 months to allow states time to get up and operational after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down many licensing offices.

Who Rides Passenger Trains in the U.S. These Days?

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In 2015, the U.S. population numbered 320 million, but less than 10 percent of those people rode the rails. So who does?

Benefits of Chlorella

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Chlorella, simple algae, can protect and repair the body. Learn about the potential health benefits of chlorella.

Why were women on ships considered bad luck?

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Sailors once considered women on ships bad luck. Find out why at HowStuffWorks.

What Is Dynamite and How Does It Work?

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Alfred Nobel revolutionized several industries with his invention of dynamite. Learn more about how dynamite works and its controversial history.

How the U.S. Coast Guard Works

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Unique among the U.S. armed forces, the Coast Guard is perpetually on active duty, entrusted with lots responsibilities and chronically underfunded. Learn about the U.S. Coast Guard.

Marilyn Monroe's Early Life

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Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortensen in Los Angeles in 1926. Learn about this huge star's humble beginnings in this article.

Don't Toss That Used Tea Bag! Here Are 15 Great Uses for It

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If you drink a lot of tea, you probably throw out a lot of used tea bags. But there are dozens of surprising things you can do with them instead, both in your home and your garden.

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