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10 Thanksgiving Parade Fun Facts

1. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1924. It was first known as “Macy’s Christmas Parade” although it took place on Thanksgiving. 2. The floats are filled with a precise mixture of helium and

Two Years Ago, Curiosity Rover Landed on Mars

NASA’s Curiosity Rover, the biggest, most advanced craft ever sent into space, landed on the surface of Mars two years ago.

Pirate Blackbeard’s 1718 Ship Recovered

Five cannons found from the famed pirate’s ship.

Where Is Earth’s Hottest Place?

The answer is more complicated than you’d think.

The Highest Court in the Land

They actually play b-ball above the Supreme Court.

Animated Visulization of Every Meteorite Strike on Earth

Take a look at this interactive animation, showing Earth’s history with impacts.

Eagle Scout Arrives At South Pole

Aaron Linsdau becomes the first American to make the trip.

The Most Prestigious Civilian Award

Nominate a hero for ‘Citizen Service Before Self Honors’ today.

The ‘Alien Horn-Faced’ Dinosaur

Meet the 20-ton Xenoceraops, distant cousin to the Triceratops.

Is This the World’s Oldest Tree?

This pine stood long before the Egyptian pyramids were built.