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How the U.S. Customs Service Works
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A fascinating article that tells you everything you need to know about U.S. customs laws, how they affect your travels and what you may bring back into the United States!
Why is habeas corpus important?
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Habeas corpus means "you have the body" and is an important civil right, even if it sounds archaic. Learn how habeas corpus works.
What's the Difference Between a Dugong and a Manatee?
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Their mamas may be the only ones who can tell them apart, but there are major differences between these cousins, one being the type of water in which they can survive.
How the U.S. Draft Works
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While the U.S. has no draft currently, it does require military registration via the Selective Service System. What does that mean and what would happen if a draft was reinstated?
Should we be worried about the dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico?
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The Dead Zone is a vast area off the Gulf of Mexico, larger than several U.S. States, that is deadly to marine life. Learn more about the Dead Zone.
What Is the Origin of Father's Day?
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Are you wondering what's the origin of Father's Day? Check out this article and learn all about the origin of Father's Day and more.
Why did brothers fight on opposite sides of the Civil War?
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Brother against brother was a motif of the Civil War as families were divided -- even Sen. John J. Crittenden's. Read about brother against brother in the war.
Democracy vs. Republic: What's the Difference?
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Is the U.S. a democracy or a republic? Or both? And what's the difference, anyway?
What's the Meaning of the 'Don't Tread on Me' Flag?
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The "Don't Tread on Me" flag, showing a rattlesnake on a yellow background, has its roots in America's Revolutionary War but has become a right-wing symbol in the 21st century. What does it really mean?
5 Events in Hispanic History You Never Learned in School
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Hispanics have contributed to American history since Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus stepped foot in the New World. Here are five events to know.