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Have you ever heard of an axolotl? These tailed amphibians are known for their ability to regrow limbs, organs, and even parts of the brain!

Now scientists are... Read more

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Star Wars-loving scientists name new species of gibbons "Skywalker." Read more

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Get online NOW, all you logophiles (word nerds)! Two leading dictionary companies have added 1,300 words to their online word references in February.

Merriam-Webster kicked off the trend on Feb. 6 by adding 1,000 new words. And with Love of Reading Month and Read Across America recently... Read more

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Don’t pack your bags for a trip just yet, but NASA has discovered seven Earth-sized planets around a single star and... Read more

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As I was browsing the CNN website for the latest news, I came across... Read more

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It may be cute, but it’s far from cuddly. In fact, the polar bear is the APEX... Read more

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Imagine heading out to a market looking... Read more

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January 1 marks the start of a new year, but have you ever thought of where the world rings in the year first? How about the United States—where do Americans celebrate the New Year first? 

Before you find out, it’s important to know a little about time zones. When you look at a map, you... Read more

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Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro died Nov. 25 at age 90. Castro was a hero for some Cubans, and a tyrannical dictator for others, so news of his death was met with varying reactions—some mourned while others celebrated.

Castro was born near Birán, Cuba. As a young man, he was part of anti... Read more

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