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Why Is AAPI Heritage Month Celebrated in May?

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AAPI Month commemorates two important dates in Asian American history, but it wouldn't have become a reality without the efforts of one determined woman with some Congressional backing.

Can You Unscramble These Auto Manufacturers in Under 4 Minutes?

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You'll need more than speed to win this relay! How many auto manufacturers can you recognize if we scramble the names? Fuel up on car company facts before revving up your word recognition skills. Get in gear. We'll see you at the finish line!

The 10 Best Ford Mustangs Of All Time

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Few, if any, cars have as a loyal a fan base as the Ford Mustang. Many automotive experts liken the fans of Mustangs to a cult because of their unbridled passion for the muscle car. Each new version of the Mustang sends fans of the car into overdrive; scoping out the specs, analyzing the strength [...] The post The 10 Best Ford Mustangs Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.

What Makes a Protest Effective? 3 Movements That Got Results

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Is it millions of marchers with clever signs and slogans, or does effective protest take more than just raised voices and collective outrage?

Did Nero really play the fiddle while Rome burned?

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Nero, the Roman emperor, has a reputation for playing the fiddle while Rome burned, but did it really happen? Learn about the emperor Nero.

How Woolly Mammoths Worked

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Hop in your time machine, set the clock back a few thousand years and meet some woolly wonders. They even have a few things to teach us about the fate of modern elephants.

The Rise and Fall of George Jung: The Real-life Subject of 'Blow'

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The life story of George Jung reads like a high-stakes thriller, tracing the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of one of the most infamous drug smugglers in the history of the United States. Born into a modest family, Jung's early exposure to the world of narcotics set the stage for what would become a legendary career in the drug trade.

What Is the Oldest Tree in the World?

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In the quest for the title of world's oldest tree, there's some stiff competition, as well as questions surrounding the way we define "oldest."

How to Make Sugar Skulls for Day of the Dead

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HowStuffWorks finds out how to make sugar skulls, an integral part of Day of the Dead festivities, as well as the history behind the skulls.

Can You Name These American Professional Sports Teams from a Partial Logo?

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It doesn't matter if you're young, old or in between; people from all walks of life love sports in America! How much of a fan are you? Do you only know about your team, what about the entire league? Put your sports knowledge to the ultimate test with this American sports logo quiz!

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