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(Encyclopedia) Internet, the, international computer network linking together thousands of individual networks at military and government agencies, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations,…whaling
(Encyclopedia) whaling, the hunting of whales for the oil that can be rendered from their flesh, for meat, and for baleen (whalebone). Historically, whale oil was economically the most important.…Frequently Asked Questions
The editors at Infoplease have compiled this page of frequently asked questions to help you better understand how to use our site. Content What will I find on the Infoplease site? What sources…New Jersey v. T.L.O. (1985)
Historical BackgroundThe Supreme Court has a long history of upholding citizens' protections against unreasonable searches and seizures-a right guaranteed by the 4th Amendment. In Weeks v.…Writing Well: Researching on the I-Way
Researching on the I-WayWriting WellSeek and Ye Shall FindBook LearningMags and RagsResearching on the I-WayYou're Not Done Yet I do so love my modem, because it lets me access information from…Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
Historical BackgroundThe Warren Court left an unprecedented legacy of judicial activism in the area of civil rights law as well as in the area of civil liberties-specifically, the rights of…The Supreme Court: Finding Marijuana with Thermal-Imaging Devices
Finding Marijuana with Thermal-Imaging DevicesThe Supreme CourtCollecting EvidenceSearching Your Car When You're Stopped for SpeedingUsing the Right Not to KnockFinding Marijuana with Thermal…Keeping Your Brain Active in a COVID-19 World
Keeping your brain active in a Covid-19 world With the COVID-19 pandemic, online activity has boomed. People are shopping, working, and socializing virtually across the world. And, to try and stay…The Supreme Court: Forcing Drug Tests
Forcing Drug TestsThe Supreme CourtControlling Our BodiesLimiting Abortion RightsDenying the Right to DieUsing MarijuanaForcing Drug Tests Another stage of the war on drugs placed pregnant…A History of SETI
The search for intelligent life continues in the halls of science by Gerry Brown Related Links What is SETI@home?Radio AstronomyArecibo ObservatoryEncyclopedia: SETIExternal Links…Trending
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