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Oak Ridge, Tennessee: America's Secret Atomic City

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The Manhattan Project built the city of Oak Ridge in rural Tennessee, where secret facilities produced uranium-235 for the atomic bomb.

How Uranium Glass Got Its Glow On

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Glass that glows? You bet. And that glow comes from a source you wouldn't believe. Uranium, the same radioactive ore now used to power commercial nuclear reactors.

What is the world's fastest supercomputer used for?

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Do you know what the world's fastest supercomputer is used for? Read on and learn about Sequoia, the world's fastest supercomputer.

Scientists Unlock Secrets of H-bomb Element Einsteinium

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Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory just made history with einsteinium. They held a sample of the short-lived element long enough to measure some of its chemical properties.

Japan Surrenders and World War II Ends: June 1945-September 1945

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This World War II timeline covers events from June to September 1945. Follow the events that led to Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.

Grassoline: Can we fuel cars with grass?

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Grassoline for fuel is a concept that is under development in the ongoing search for an alternative to oil. Learn about the concept of grassoline.

How Nuclear Bombs Work

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Nine countries hold the 13,000 nuclear weapons in the global stockpile. That's less than during the Cold War but it doesn't change the fact that these bombs are still a threat to global humanity. So how do they work and are we close to nuclear war?

Dog Parks Guide

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Dog parks are as diverse as the breeds that use them. Learn all about dog parks in this article from Animal Planet.

How Urban Planning Works

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Urban planning works to design a city so that it can be used effectively by its people. Find out more about how urban planning works.

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