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What’s up with Wyoming? Video explains why it’s ’empty’ compared to twin neighbor Colorado

Most states in the U.S. have oddly shaped boundaries, largely formed by meandering waterways and coastal irregularities. But two states stand out for their seemingly defiant rectangularness—Wyoming and Colorado. These almost-twin states share a border, are almost exactly the same size (Colorado is just 1.06 times larger than Wyoming), boast basically the same shape and […]

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Father has ‘unique’ idea to give his name to daughter, but mom says it’s the ‘worst ever’

Some parents have no trouble giving their children perfectly unique, very meaningful names that won’t go on to ruin their adulthood. But others…well…they get an A for effort, but might want to consider hiring a baby name professional. Things of course get even more complicated when one parent becomes attached to a name that they’re […]