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by Ally Hirschlag and Martha Henriques BBC (Part 1 of 2) You can’t see them, but they are there, hundreds of miniscule particles of plastic lurking in your steak. As it cooks in a hot pan, these unwelcome guests liquify, oozing into the meat before solidifying again as it cools down on your …
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by Dictionary Scoop Health myths are everywhere! These ideas were simply passed down for so long that they became part of what we believed. But now science has stepped in to clear things up. Let’s uncover the truth behind ten common health myths. 1-Cutting your hair makes it grow faster Have you ever …
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by Kevin Burton Dear Cat Sitter, The worker is worthy of her hire. But you are no ordinary worker. You are most worthy. You are chosen. You are select among mortals. Yours is no ordinary task. This is a venerated trust. Be you ever so steadfast in your appointed rounds. For you, are …
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by interestingfacts.com Waterfalls are still a scientific enigma. Though people have admired their beauty and power for years, only in the last few decades have geologists focused on the forces that give rise to them and the unique ecosystems they support. Here’s the word on waterfalls, from the science behind them to their impact …
by Darren Orf interestingfacts.com Rain — and by extension the Earth’s water cycle — is an essential planetary process that makes all life possible. Rain supports crops, fills lakes, and tops off reservoirs. And because salt remains behind during evaporation, rain is also a major source of fresh water. Here are six fascinating …
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by Dictionary Scoop Drinking enough water every day is crucial, and as time goes by it becomes even more important. Adults over the age of 60, for example, are at increased risk of dehydration due to natural drops in thirst levels and changes in body composition. While everyone’s hydration requirements differ depending on …
by Kevin Burton You’ve heard by now several variations on the old real estate saying, “location, location location.” This takes the cake. And it’s not April Fool’s Day, so I guess this is supposed to be serious. Some real estate professionals have begun to highlight the best places to buy houses for …
by Kevin Burton I think this thing is going to come down to water. My wife Jeannette has declared a boot camp. It started Monday. I signed up right away when I heard about it. This is despite the fact that I don’t know the terms and conditions or how long it …
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