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St. Francis Is Credited With Creating the First Nativity Scene in 1223
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The earliest biblical descriptions don't mention animals by the manger when Jesus was born. So how did those Nativity scenes evolve into what we know today?
Mitsuye Endo: The Woman Who Took Down Executive Order 9066
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Mitsuye Endo was the plaintiff in the landmark lawsuit that led to the closing of the U.S. Japanese internment camps. HowStuffWorks tells her story.
Snallygaster: The Gruesome Cryptid With a Silly Name
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The Snallygaster is a bizarre and downright terrifying cryptid said to haunt the skies of Maryland. Described as a winged creature with half bird features and half reptile characteristics, this beast has been part of local folklore for centuries.
It's Fat Tuesday! Eat a Polish PÄ…czki
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This warm, fluffy, Polish treat is stuffed with a cream- or fruit-based filling and is a pre-Lent staple served on both Fat Tuesday and Fat Thursday.
How the Virtual Border Fence Works
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The virtual border fence uses a system of cameras and radar to catch border crossers. Learn about the virtual border fence and border fence technology.
Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents
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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?
How Medicaid Works
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How does Medicaid differ from Medicare, and how is the program funded? Find out how Medicaid works and who benefits from it.
When, and Why, Did America Start Calling Its Citizens 'Consumers'?
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When did we start using the economics term consumers in place of the word citizens? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Is Populism So Popular Again?
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Populism is a political philosophy that divides society by splitting it into two opposing factions: the people and the elite. So who benefits from that?
The Messy Legacy of the Columbus Day Holiday
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As more states are swapping Columbus Day celebrations for Indigenous Peoples' Day observances, does Columbus Day still have any relevance?