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Canada's North Pole
Is it the Geographic North Pole, the North Magnetic Pole or somewhere else that Santa Claus lives? The North Pole's ownership is now in dispute.
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Explorers of Canada, Part XXXI: Robert E. Peary
From Ellesmere Island, Northwest Territories to the North Pole, this American made a name for himself.
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North Pole Penguin
Penguins live in the south and have never colonized the North Pole for several reasons. A North Pole penguin is a rare and puzzing phenomenon.
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A Santa Claus Pause
Take a break from holiday shopping and get to know the real Saint Nicholas as well as why he was banned for a while. Meet the gift-givers of other countries and find out why reindeer pull his sleigh rather than any other animal.
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Review: Wings Around the World, by Polly Vacher
In 2003, Polly Vacher tried to fly round the world via both poles in a small plane. Her book tells the story of that amazing trip.
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Alaska’s Impact on TV-Part I
To many people, Alaska is a mystery. It's a land of snow and tundra and the North Pole. However, by watching TV, you can get a glimpse into The Last Frontier.
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An early Christmas present for Santa
This year, NOAA is giving Santa an early Christmas present because the jolly man in the red suit needs to know what the weather will bring.
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Book Review: The Gods, Gemini, and the Great Pyramid
A review of James Bowles' book, <b>The Gods, Gemini, and the Great Pyramid</b> - a fascinating look at history, geology, science, and mythology that links our past, present, and future!
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Canada & Russia Re-Start Cold War
Fresh off its row with England over the Alexander Litvinenko poisoning case, Russia gives a cold snub & tries redrawing Polar Maps. Canada & Denmark quickly strike back
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Global Warming
The Earth is warming up--surface temperatures are rising, the level of the oceans are rising, the ice caps are melting, and the carbon dioxide levels are rising.
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HOLIDAY BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
Literacy is the most wonderful gift you can give to a child. Please give each child you know a book this holiday season.
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Hudson and the Muscovy Company
Henry Hudson’s chance to become a seafaring explorer came in 1607, when the Muscovy Company sent him to locate the Northwest Passage.
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International Polar Year
The Fourth International Polar Year study is underway in Antarctica and the Arctic to scientifically study the phenomena behind the warming of the earth's climate.
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NORAD Tracks Santa Claus by Radar
Using radar, satellites, Santa Cams, and jet fighters, the NORAD Tracks Santa Operations Center tracks Santa Claus on his flight from the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
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Polar Dreams: Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft
Just down the street from where I live is a children&#8217;s bookstore called the <I>Wild Rumpus</I>. Built into the purple exterior of the front door is a smaller door for children to use and a posted sign warning visitors not to let the cats out. This is the door I used on Sat, Oct. the 4th when I walked in and saw, directly to my right, polar adventurer Ann Bancroft kneeling on the floor, talking to the chicken kept in their front window.
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Winter Solstice
The cold dark days of December arrive with the winter solstice, and two meteor showers surround the date, bringing brief bursts of light.
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Xmas Picks!
Nothing but Christmas.... Tons of great Christmas web sites featuring everything about Christmas you could possible think of! Enjoy!
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Alaska’s Impact on TV-Part II
To many people, Alaska is a mystery. It's a land of snow and tundra and the North Pole. However, by watching TV, you can get a glimpse into The Last Frontier.
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Best Place to View the August 2008 Solar Eclipse
The Danes of Greenland, the Arctic's Nenet Indians, the Russians, the Mongols and Chinese may all claim the title: the best place to view the August 1st solar eclipse.
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Broadcasting from the Bottom of the World
Want to escape from the July heat? How about a trip to Antarctica with Admiral Byrd.
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Christmas and Other Holiday Sites for Kids, Part I
Christmas is just a little over a month away. I'm stacking up some great Christmas and other holiday links for kids. Join me.
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Christmas and Other Holiday Sites for Kids, Part III
Article three in a series of articles filled with Christmas links for kids.
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CHRISTMAS BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
The greatest gift you can give your child is one of literacy. Books can be purchased or borrowed from the library. This Christmas give the gift of love to your child and Cuddle Up and Read.
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Eerie Night Skies
The night sky can sometimes look very eerie. Join me as we explore the strange skies of the aurora.
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Geomagnetic Reversal
The direction of north and south we take for granted, but magnetic north and south have switched places in the past and may do so again in the near future.
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Mrs. Claus' Secret Hot Chocolate Recipes
Hi kids! I'm Mrs. Claus and I've stopped by Kids' Korner to share some of my secret hot chocolate recipes with you. These are Santa's favorites.
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Recap 2004 - Challenge Recap Article
This is an extra article written especially for the Recap Challenge. I hope you enjoy it. Check back next weekend for my "regularly scheduled" article when we resume our constellation hunt.
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SANTA LIVING IN ONTARIO???
Nestled on the shores of a lake in Ontario's Muskoka Highland, a jolly old elf can be found living in a little village. Does Santa live in Ontario during the summer months?
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