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Why Emmett Till's Murder Shook the Conscience of the U.S.
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What was it about Emmett Till's kidnapping and lynching (among the thousands of lynchings after the Civil War) that made the world stand up and take notice?
The Magical Art of Cambodian Shadow Puppetry Has Entertained for Centuries
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The tiny Southeast Asian country of Cambodia has achieved a worldwide reputation for perfecting the art of shadow puppetry.
Ignaz Semmelweis Was Ridiculed for Advocating Hand-washing for Doctors
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While Semmelweis wasn't the first doctor to advocate for hand-washing, he was the most vocal proponent at the time. And doctors didn't believe it.
A Monumental Tribute to Crazy Horse Has Been Taking Shape for Decades
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More than 70 years ago, Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear dedicated Thunderhead Mountain as the site of the Crazy Horse Memorial. What's taking so long?
Adopting a Pet Can Be Hard; We Have 8 Tips to Make It Easier
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Although it may seem like there is no shortage of pets available for adoption, competition can be fierce for the more desired ones.
Beer Ads and Wild West Shows Hyped the Myth of Custer's Heroic 'Last Stand'
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Beer ads and wild west shows transformed 'Custer's Last Stand' into a mythical story of 'good' versus 'evil.'
What Are the Costs of Canceling College Football?
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College football generates billions of dollars in revenue annually from ticket sales, media rights and donations. So who has the most to lose if the fall season is canceled?
How Did Constantinople Become Istanbul?
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Istanbul, Turkey, once known as Constantinople, has a long history as the capital of the Ottoman Empire, and as the center of cultural activity in Eurasia.
Is the Thermomix Worth the Hype (and the Price)?
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It's not every day you spend $1,500 on a kitchen gadget, even one that bills itself as 22 appliances in one. So, is it worth the price? We decided to investigate.
Was the White House Really Trashed at Andrew Jackson's First Inauguration?
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For almost two centuries, Andrew Jackson's inauguration blowout has been cited as the wildest party ever thrown at the White House. But should we take that depiction with a grain of salt?