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Why Is There a Crack in the Liberty Bell?

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Older than the founding of the United States, the Liberty Bell has endured as a symbol of freedom for many Americans, even though that was not its original role.

What's Inside Mount Rushmore's Not-So-Secret Chamber?

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Mount Rushmore contains a small chamber, part of an abandoned plan to preserve American history for thousands of years. HowStuffWorks steps inside.

How a 'War of the Worlds' Radio Broadcast Panicked America

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The 'War of the Worlds' radio broadcast on Oct. 30, 1938 is one of the most famous in history, mainly because Americans believed aliens were invading.

How Satanic Panic Worked

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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.

Aster, Michaelmas Daisy

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Aster, or michaelmas daisy, is a North American flower. You'll find garden asters in many sizes and colors. Learn about these perennial flowers.

A Quick and Dirty History of Spring Break

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How did spring break become a booze-fueled rite of passage for American college students? Can we blame this one on the ancient Greeks?

Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?

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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?

10 Most Popular Desserts in the United States

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If your sweet tooth is aching, what do you reach for? Ice cream, cheesecake? Chances are that sugar fix is one of the most popular desserts in the country.

Bipolar Disorder Overview

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Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depressive disorder, affects millions of Americans. Learn about mania, mood swings and how bipolar is treated.

10 Conspiracy Theories About the JFK Assassination

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Sixty-one percent of Americans think Lee Harvey Oswald did not act alone. Here are 10 conspiracy theories about the JFK assassination.

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