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Animals

9 Fast Facts About Bison

National Bison Day is celebrated every year on the first Saturday in November.

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Animals

7 Fast Facts About Wasps

Here are seven interesting facts about these flying insects.

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Food

8 Fast Facts About Watermelons

National Watermelon Day is this month. Here are eight fun facts about this delicious fruit.

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History

5 Fast Facts About the Civil War

The war officially began on April 12, 1861. Learn more facts about the War Between the States.

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Animals

9 Fast Facts About Sea Lions

Sea lions are strong swimmers. Learn more fun facts about these marine mammals.

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Science

7 Fast Facts About Submarines

Submarines help scientists, explorers and the military discover new things about our oceans.

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Animals

8 Fast Facts About Orangutans

Orangutans spend most of their time in trees, sleeping in nests and swinging from the rainforest canopies of Indonesia.

Food

5 Fast Facts About Pastries

There are numerous types of pastries, including croissants, pies, turnovers, donuts, strudels and more.

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Food

8 Fast Facts About Fall Foods

These eight harvested foods are not only delicious but also nutritious.

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Science

8 Fast Facts About Bones

Bones provide support, protection and movement for the body. Here are eight fast facts about bones.

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