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20 Mind-Blowing Space Facts You Probably Didn't Know

20 Mind-Blowing Space Facts You Probably Didn't Know

Discover 20 mind-blowing space facts you probably didn't know. From black holes to distant galaxies and everything in between.

September 17th, 2024

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How Indigenous Cultures Perfected the Art of Weather Forecasting

How Indigenous Cultures Perfected the Art of Weather Forecasting

How indigenous cultures around the world mastered weather forecasting through ancient methods, using nature’s signs to predict storms and seasons.

October 2nd, 2024

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How Do Water Towers Work? Understanding the Science Behind Them

How Do Water Towers Work? Understanding the Science Behind Them

Water towers are a low-tech solution for providing consistent water pressure using gravity, while also serving as emergency storage and fire protection.

October 2nd, 2024

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Why the Metric System Never Took Hold In America

Why the Metric System Never Took Hold In America

Discover why the U.S., Liberia, and Myanmar resist adopting the metric system, and explore the history, reasons, and unique circumstances behind their choices.

October 2nd, 2024

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The Cosmic Fireworks: Understanding Starbursts

The Cosmic Fireworks: Understanding Starbursts

Starbursts are intense periods of star formation in galaxies, triggered by collisions or black holes, shaping the evolution of galaxies and creating stars.

October 9th, 2024

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The Battle for Castle Itter: When U.S. and German Troops United

The Battle for Castle Itter: When U.S. and German Troops United

Read about the true story of the Battle for Castle Itter, where U.S. soldiers, German defectors, and French prisoners fought side by side against the SS.

October 2nd, 2024

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The New Madrid Earthquakes of 1811

The New Madrid Earthquakes of 1811

The New Madrid earthquakes of 1811-1812 were among the strongest in US history. When will they strike again? And are you in the danger zone?

October 11th, 2024

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Inventions by Women: A Tribute to Female Innovators

Inventions by Women: A Tribute to Female Innovators

Women inventors, like Hedy Lamarr, Marie Curie, and Katherine Johnson, have revolutionized technology, science, and everyday life with their innovations.

October 12th, 2024

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Cleopatra: The Last Pharaoh of Egypt

Cleopatra: The Last Pharaoh of Egypt

Cleopatra, the last Pharaoh of Egypt, skillfully navigated power dynamics and an enduring legacy. Known for her alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

October 11th, 2024

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