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Science and math is a heavy-duty category covering a lot of ground. It focuses on the sciences, including but not limited to astronomy, biology, chemistry, physics, geography, anthropology, engineering, and mathematics.
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The idea for vacuum cleaners first came about in 1599, but the first modern mechanized vacuum cleaner wasn't patented until October 3, 1899. A hand driven machine (you'll see it in the television show U...
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Locations vary. See website for best viewing. Stargazing, wildlife watching and even ghost walks are just some of the activities available during the United Kingdom's Dark Skies Festival in Yorkshire, Eng...
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Periodic Table Day marks the anniversary of the publishing of the first periodic table of elements by English chemist John Newlands, February 7, 1863. His is distinctive because he was the first to catego...
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It was in 1947 that a UFO was reported sighted over Roswell, New Mexico in the Southwestern US. Ever since, Roswell has been a mecca for UFO seekers and shrouded in mystery. Recognizing this, with a tad...
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The first quarter moon occurs when the moon is one-half illuminated by the sun. Each day forward increases the amount of the moon you can see. The 1st quarter typically occurs 7 days after the New Moon.
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Have a Heart for Chained Dogs Week is an annual awareness campaign that shines a light on the plight of chained, penned, abused and neglected dogs. There are times when an outdoor dog must be tethered for...
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Pets do get stolen and sometimes 'sold' back to their owners for a reward. The National Humane Education Society encourages pet owners to take precautions each Valentines Day to insure they have current i...
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World Anthropology Day explores the 250,000 year history of the movement of people around the world through migration, immigration and emigration. Anthropology is the study of what makes people human. Thi...
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Engineers Week was created in 1951 and seeks to introduce youth to the exciting and well-paying careers in the fields of engineering including civil, mechanical, electrical, agricultural, chemical, comput...
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On February 23, 1893 Rudolph Diesel received a patent for the diesel engine. Born in Paris to Bavarian parents, he created the first engine to use fuel oil rather than water or gasoline. It took him two y...
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Today is the 3rd Quarter of the Moon, meaning it is half way between the Full Moon and New Moon.
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Discover Engineering Family Day is one of several events during Engineering Week. Family Day is designed to help students between the ages of 4 and 12 learn about engineering and the importance of technol...