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Sciences > Astronomy The different types of sky maps

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Once you get started in astronomy, you'll want to get a few maps and charts of the sky. These will help you understand the stars you are viewing, and help you find stars you want to see. There are a variety of maps and charts from which to select. Planispheres A planisphere is probably the best sky map for an amateur astrono... More..

Travel > Vacations Florida family vacation destinations and activities

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Five Fantastic Florida Family Adventures Whether your family is looking for relaxation on the beach, or high-flying adventure, Florida has it all. Reach for the Stars at the Kennedy Space Center Only 45 minutes from Orlando is the Kennedy Space Center, NASA's launch headquarters. Here you can tour launch areas, meet Astronau... More..

Hobbies & Games > Card Games Poker room reviews: Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

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All hail Caesar! The poker room at Caesar's is definitely one of the best on the strip. Tucked away between the Pussycat Doll Lounge and the sports-book is the entrance to the 8,500 square foot room dedicated to cash games. The short hallway that separates the room from the rest of the casino is enough to keep the casino's s... More..

Politics, News & Issues > Trash & Recycling Composting: A brief guide for the beginning composter

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Paper in the paper bin. Cans in the aluminum bin. Yard waste in the compost pile. For a beginning composter, getting started is as easy as that! Most of us already recycle, and composting is just the next step. HOW COMPOSTING HELPS YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT Composting is a great way to "go green". When you compost you reduce s... More..

Food & Drink > Coffee How to make great coffee in a drip coffee maker

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From the early 9th century Ethiopian foothills to the coffee houses and home brewers across the globe today, coffee has had one simple recipe. Combine hot water with ground coffee and drink. We all know, however, that there is a vast difference between a cup of Starbucks drip and that bitter dark brew of your great aunt Bern... More..

Food & Drink > Coffee How to reuse your coffee grounds in the garden

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Are your roses drooping? Is your camellias just lacking the energy to grow? Well, perk them up with a jolt of java! Recycle your used coffee grounds by using them in your garden. BENEFITS Used coffee grounds are a fantastic natural fertilizer for plants that like foods high in acid, such as evergreens, azaleas, blueberries, ... More..

Sciences > Astronomy How telescopes work

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In 1600, a Dutch lens maker named Hans Lippershey discovered that objects were magnified when viewed through two of his lens. He was the first to invent the telescope, and that basic form, known as a refractive telescope, is still the most common telescope used today. The key to your ability to see is light. Your eye sees by... More..

Sciences > Astronomy Great educational resources about space and astronomy

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The educational opportunities for space and astronomy are nearly as vast as space itself. Here are some of the best places to start. First, go straight to the professionals. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been researching space since its inception in 1958. Their website (http://www.nasa.gov) has... More..

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