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How Juneteenth Became Black Independence Day

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Though it's been around for more than 150 years, Juneteenth was still a mystery to many. But now, it's the newest federal holiday in the U.S.A.

Racketeering Isn't Just a Crime for Mobsters

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Racketeering didn't exist as a crime before 1970. So what is it and why was the Mafia instrumental in its creation?

How Frank Lloyd Wright Worked

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Frank Lloyd Wright likely is best known for his architectural stylings and his eye for detail. But there was much more to the man: He liked fast cars, he loved women and he drew inspiration from Japanese art. How did that translate to his architecture?

What happened to the two other men on Paul Revere's ride?

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What happened to the two other men on Paul Revere's ride? Paul Revere wasn't alone. Find out what happened to the two other men on Paul Revere's ride.

How Well Do You Remember the 2000s?

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Did you spend your nights taking care of your Neopets? Remember who Facebook was actually created for? When did the King of Pop pass away? Test your knowledge about one of the most memorable decades of recorded history, the 2000s!

How Well Do You Remember the 2000s?

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Did you spend your nights taking care of your Neopets? Remember who Facebook was actually created for? When did the King of Pop pass away? Test your knowledge about one of the most memorable decades of recorded history, the 2000s!

10 of Fashion's Biggest Blunders

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Fashion's biggest blunders range from celebrity mishaps to everyday fashion errors. Find out what tops our list of fashion's biggest blunders.

How Impossible Colors (Like Stygian Blue) Work

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What if there are colors within the visible spectrum that our brains can't perceive? In fact, there are. They're called impossible colors. But some researchers think they've discovered a way to see the impossible.

The D-Day Invasion: January 1944-July 1944

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This World War II timeline highlights key events from January 1944 through July 1944. Follow the events of World War II, including the D-Day invasion.

How Cave Dwellers Work

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Cave dwellers are stereotyped as heavy-browed and dim-witted. But who are the real cave people? Read about cave dwellers and their subterranean lives.

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