Articles related to "Polar"



The Highs and Lows of Weather: Part 2 -- The Low
Low pressure areas are the centers of interest in many weather situations for they are the storms that move across the continent.
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Wild Arctic Adventure
An unusual trip for polar bear enthusiasts, photographers, and naturalists.
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Polar Bear Cub, Knut
Were the animal rights activists wrong to say that hand-rearing by humans was not the best choice for this polar bear cub?
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Springtime Cold is Bad News for Belugas
When a springtime cold snap suddenly froze the waters of an Arctic sound, more than 50 beluga whales were trapped by the ice, and hungry polar bears in wait.
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Solutions for Global Warming
Many have talked about cutting back on carbon dioxide emissions, as a way of controlling global warming. This article discusses other alternatives.
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Teaching Reading to the Deaf
Parents of deaf children are focused on empowering their child to talk and later to read. How do pattern books assist in the development of reading skills?
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CANADA'S YUKON
Canada's Yukon Territory in the northwest is one of the last untouched wilderness areas in the world.
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The Healing Power of Poetry
Poetry can ease the pain felt upon the loss of a loved one.
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Aerial Study of Arctic Pollution
Transportation of pollutants from the middle latitudes to the polar regions is a recognized phenomenon. ARCPAC will measure these pollutants of the arctic environment.
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ANWR Oil Drilling Threat Delayed
Beaufort Sea and Arctic National Wildlife Refuge protected, at least temporarily. Ongoing struggle over North Slope oil moving in favor of conservation.
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Disney Calling All Robots
Michael Dougherty (X-Men United) is putting together motion-capture movie Calling All Robots with Disney and Robert Zemeckis' ImageMovers Digital.
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Water – The Chemical for Life
Water is polar and contains hydrogen bonds between its molecules which makes it indispensable for life
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Michigan trivia & Detroit facts
United States: Trivia and information on Michael Moore in Flint, the largest polar exhibit in the world, Henry Ford's factory, Motown, the Great Lakes & Mackinac Island.
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Talk to Kids About Global Warming
Children, today, may stress about global warming and the future. Help them cope with reassurance and by teaching them to make responsible environmental choices.
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Another Five Best Travel Book Classics
Popular travel publications in recent years have listed the favorite travel books of their editors and readers. But not all lists cite the same books.
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Bears of the World
A discussion of bears in general and their evolution as well as a brief description of each of the five species found outside of North America. This is an information article.
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Types of Home Insulation
An overview of different types of and uses for home insulation. Includes fibreglass, mineral wool, polystyrene, polyurethane and blown-in cellulose.
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What Is a Lipid Molecule?
What are the different kinds of lipids? What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats? Read on and discover.
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Denmark
The small country of Denmark is often mistaken for other European countries, but Denmark has its own history, its own celebrities and its very own Queen.
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Global Warming Taking Toll
The U.N.'s latest report carries the toughest warning about the impacts of global warming, which is affected marine life and tourist hot spots such as Goa.
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N is for No Ice on Lake George
Everyone wondered, would there be a Winter Carnival on Lake George this year? But winter, and the Carnival go on!
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Frugal Baby Care
frugal baby care ideas and recipes
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White Mountains Rail Tour
The author takes a day-long rail trip through the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
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Mars at Its Best for 2007
Mars reaches opposition in December 2007 as it reaches prime viewing position from Earth and becomes brighter than any star.
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What Are Organic Molecules?
What is the difference between an organic and an inorganic molecule? What substances are within the realm of organic chemistry? Read on and discover.
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Heart Monitor Training.
Running, running links, runner's true stories and much more!
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Life In the Deep Freeze
Life found in Antarctic ice.
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Review of Apple Gabriel: "Another Moses"
Former Israel Vibration member strikes off on his own.
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Dreamlife of Angels | Lovers of the Arctic Circle | The Mummy
French angels, Arctic Circle lovers, Indiana Fraser and the CGI of doom.
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The Alaskan Husky
Alaskan huskies may be a combination of breeds and conform simply to a standard of performance. (Photo courtesy of internetclipart.com)
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Alternative Fueled Vehicles
This article discusses alternative fueled vehicles and their future.
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Palms
Palm trees -- often chosens for landscaping in warm areas.
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The Legend Of Yogi
A discussion of the notorious antics of national park bears that inspired the famous cartoon bear, Yogi. Special attention is given to three specific parks because of the contrasting behavior of the bears there.
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Zoos: Why zoos are such great places for kids
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Are You A Believer, Skeptic or Cynic?
Any contentious subject will create polarized viewpoints. What are they, and how might they work together?
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Cut School Lunch Costs
Tips for preparing school lunches that are healthful, economical and environmentally friendly.
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Film Review: The Vikings
Harken back to the bad old days of Technicolor film The Vikings when men were real men, women were real women and a cast of thousands was a real cast of thousands.
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Minnesota Winter Festivals
Summer festivals are fun, but winter festivals are something special. Here's where to find winter festivities in the Twin Cities metro area and in outstate Minnesota.
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Santa Claus Visits the Twin Cities
Santa's coming to Minnesota, and he's ready to take a few Christmas photos! Here's where you can find Mr. Claus during the Christmas 2007 season.
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Seeds to Flowers to Seeds
Flowering species-including the trees-represent the top of the evolutionary line for plants, with a reproductive process that generates seeds to carry on the species.
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Sled Dog Slaughter
According to many Inuit, a systematic sled dog slaughter took place between the 1950s and 60s in Canada. Was it animal control or an attempt to destroy Inuit culture?
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Spielberg-Zemekis Monster House
This is a great Halloween flick from producers Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemekis. So why did they release it in July?
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Train Travel with Kids
Kids just love trains, so they of course enjoy travel on trains. Find out how to plan a train trip with your children.
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Vern Thiessen
Vern Thiessen is a fascinating playwright, especially if you are a history buff.
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Wheat Bags for Warmth and Comfort
A safer, more convenient alternative to hot water bottles, wheatie bags are versatile, easy to make and comforting to use!
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Dolphin Feature - The Narwhal
Most are familiar with the myth of the legendary unicorn. What if you could see a real, live, breathing creature who possessed a spiral horn?
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Exhibit on Television Animation is 'Superwacky'
The history of television animation is celebrated in a new museum exhibit; PBS offers a look a look at the ultimate "survivor" experience, a fabled polar expedition from 1915; This week in television history remembers "The Judy Garland Show" and our website of the week.
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Global Warming - A Greenhouse Effect Activity
What is global warming and how does it affect our environment? Learn hands-on with this interesting experiment that can be done at home or in the classroom.
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Make a Ratty Hammock!
Make a hammock for your rats. Heck...make two! Here's how!
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Rat 'Toons on the Web
You probably won't be seeing any of these in the Sunday funnies for a while....
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