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Milkdromeda? Not So Fast: Why the Milky Way-Andromeda Crash Might Never Happen

Milkdromeda? Not So Fast: Why the Milky Way-Andromeda Crash Might Never Happen

Andromeda is on a collision course with the Milky Way galaxy. The resulting 'Milkdromeda' will be an elliptical super galaxy; or will it?

July 16th, 2025

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Climate Change: The Debate That Won't Cool Down

Climate Change: The Debate That Won't Cool Down

Climate change is not a new issue. For over 100 years, scientists have warned us about its causes and provided solutions to mitigate its devastating impacts.

September 26th, 2025

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Searching for Dangerous Asteroids: Protecting Earth from Space Threats

Searching for Dangerous Asteroids: Protecting Earth from Space Threats

Astronomers are actively searching for Earthbound asteroids every day. These are asteroids on a trajectory that could potentially collide with Earth.

October 7th, 2025

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The Lewis and Clark Expedition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, explored the American West, mapping new territories and documenting flora and fauna.

September 16th, 2025

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50 Amazing Facts that will blow your mind

50 Amazing Facts that will blow your mind

Fifty facts that will blow your mind. Some of these facts correct other 'facts' floating around the internet. Let's start this off with unicorns. Did you know?

February 4th, 2025

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Why Do Republicans Use Red and Democrats Use Blue on U.S. Election Maps?

Why Do Republicans Use Red and Democrats Use Blue on U.S. Election Maps?

Why do Republicans use red and Democrats use blue? Discover the fascinating history of U.S. election map colors, from 1976 to today’s red vs. blue divide!

September 25th, 2025

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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.

June 3rd, 2026

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Why do we celebrate Veterans Day in America?

Why do we celebrate Veterans Day in America?

Veterans Day, observed on Nov 11, honors all U.S. military veterans. Initially, Armistice Day, marking WWI's end, it now celebrates veterans from all wars.

January 9th, 2026

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King Narmer: The Unifier of Ancient Egypt

King Narmer: The Unifier of Ancient Egypt

King Narmer unified Upper and Lower Egypt, becoming the first Pharaoh and founding ancient Egypt's dynastic rule, kickstarting history's greatest civilizations.

October 1st, 2025

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History is Stellar

The story of humanity is written in the stars and across time. From ancient civilizations to the vast reaches of space, every moment leaves its mark, shaping our understanding of the past and the universe beyond.
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