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The moon: Its different phases and cultural meanings

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Lunar phases refer to the different shapes or appearances of the moon as it orbits the earth. The moon's appearance changes over the course of about 29.5 days, which is called a lunar cycle or a synodic month. There are four main cycles and 8 phases which are as follows:
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What are Antibiotics and why do I need a perscription

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Antibiotics are a class of drugs used to treat bacterial infections by either killing the bacteria or inhibiting their growth. They have no effect on viral infections, such as the common cold or flu. The discovery of antibiotics, particularly penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928, revolutionized medicine and has saved countless lives since their introduction.
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The origin of the universe, what came before and everything else about it

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The question 'where did we came from and how did all this came to be' is an important and difficult subject to address. If you subscribe to religious doctrine, the answer is simple and direct and there is no need to question it further. As all the answers to any fundamental question is basically the same. But if you depend on science for these fundamental questions, the answer is a little harder to find and sometimes accept. So, for those of us who depend on science, this is a theory of how we think it all happened. The big boom that started it all The origin of the universe is a complex topic that scientists and researchers are still trying to fully understand. But according to current scientific theories, the universe most likely began with the Big Bang, which occurred approximately 13.8 billion years ago, give or take a few hundred million years. The Big Bang was a massive explosion of energy and matter that created the universe as we know it today. At first,...
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The Political Ideology Codex: A guide to understanding how politics works

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Political ideologies serve as a framework for understanding, interpreting, and making judgments about the world and society. These ideologies represent a collection of beliefs, values, and ideas about the nature of people, society, and economies that influence political behavior, institutions, and policy-making. Here's how political ideologies work and how they affect governance and society:
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What is Investor Psychology

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Investor psychology, also known as behavioral finance, refers to the study of the influence of psychology on the behavior of investors or financial practitioners. It includes the investigation and understanding of why people make certain financial choices and how those decisions affect markets and overall economic events. Here are some key aspects of investor psychology:
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What is an Atmospheric River?

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An Atmospheric River sounds like somehing that you would find in a Salvador Dali painting. But what an atmospheric river really is: is a narrow and elongated stream of moisture-rich air that travels through the atmosphere, transporting a large amount of water vapor from one area to another. These "rivers" are often thousands of kilometers long and only a few hundred kilometers wide, and they can carry large amounts of rain water.. Atmospheric rivers are typically formed by the collision of warm and cold air masses, and they are most commonly found in the mid-latitudes of the Earth, particularly in the Pacific Ocean. They can also occur in other regions, such as over the Atlantic Ocean and near the Mediterranean Sea. When an atmospheric river makes landfall, it can bring heavy precipitation in the form of rain or snow, which can cause flooding, landslides, and other hazards. These events can be especially dangerous in areas that are not accustomed to heavy rainfall or ...
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What are the Methuselah microbes – or zombie viruses

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Methuselah microbes, colloquially referred to as ancient giant viruses or zombie viruses, constitute a relatively recent discovery in the realm of virology. This group comprises large viruses, and their unique identification is closely tied to their existence in permafrost—the perennially frozen ground characteristic of the Arctic region. These viruses are unique in several ways:
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The Debt Ceiling in Simpler Terms

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The debt ceiling is a limit that Congress sets on how much debt the U.S. federal government can have. It's like a credit card limit that your bank gives you. Now, why does the government have debt? It's because the government often spends more money than it takes in from taxes . The difference between what it spends and what it receives is called the "deficit." The government borrows money to cover this deficit by issuing bonds, which are bought by individuals, businesses, and other countries. All of these deficits add up over time to form the "national debt."
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In regards to faith

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What is faith?: Faith, for religion's sake, is the fuel with which religion is able to continue. A way to counter doubt without providing a straight immediate answer. Faith is the IOU for the promise of a continuation of this thing called life; have faith and you’ll be rewarded with eternal life in a beautiful garden full of treats. It’s the promise that what we call life, our conscious self, continues on, either in paradise or a hellscape. Our consciousness; the self identity, the voice inside your head, the process of observation and experience, is a very funny thing that we are yet to truly understand, or even explain. And it is for that reason that we cannot see ourselves without it or come to terms with the fact that one day it just goes out forever. Death is not something that is easy to accept. We show it when our loved ones die, as it takes some time for some of us to accept that that person is truly gone. Some are better than others, and some carry the burden for man...
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Why do some banks offer High Yield Savings Accounts and some don't

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A High Yield Savings Account (HYSA) is a type of savings account that offers a significantly higher interest rate compared to a standard savings account. The "high yield" term refers to the higher interest that the account generates. Traditional brick-and-mortar banks often have higher overhead costs, which can sometimes result in lower interest rates for their savings accounts. Online banks and credit unions, on the other hand, often have lower overhead costs, allowing them to offer higher interest rates. This is where you'll typically find High Yield Savings Accounts. HYSAs are particularly beneficial for individuals looking to earn a higher return on their savings without taking on the risk associated with other forms of investment. It's important to note that the interest rate offered on these accounts may change over time based on the bank's policies and prevailing economic conditions. Like other savings accounts, HYSAs are usually subject to feder...
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