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What Was So Lucky About Mafia Boss Charles 'Lucky' Luciano?

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The gangster most known for facilitating the creation of the modern American Mafia, he was the head of organized crime in New York City in the 1930s.

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.

Do You Know Which Cities Have a NHL Team, and Which Don't?

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Put everything you're doing on ice and get ready to "check" this quiz! We want to know if you're an NHL super fan. Can you identify these hockey towns and those that might wish they were? Travel the U.S. one NHL team at a time!

The Mysterious Disappearance of Aaron Burr's Daughter, Theodosia

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In 1812, she boarded a ship bound for New York, but never arrived. What happened to the daughter of Aaron Burr, the man who killed Alexander Hamilton?

Build Your NHL Dream Team, and We'll Guess How Old You Are

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The players you grow up with as a kid will be the greatest superstars in your mind forever. We bet we can guess how old you are by which players you select for your team. Don't believe us? Then let's get started to find out!

How New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Became a Political Superstar

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She was the youngest New Zealand leader elected in over 150 years and has won plaudits for her handling of the coronavirus epidemic. We get the backstory on Jacinda Ardern and her many achievements.

How Well Do You Know the Four Major U.S. Sports?

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Just how big of a sports fanatic are you? Do you know the history of each of the four major U.S. sports, or are you just a casual fan? Find out where you stack up with this ultimate sports fanatic quiz!

Who Was Your True Love in a Past Life?

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A life is about a lot more than just who you were! What did you do for a living? Where did you live? Most importantly, who did you love? Take this quiz to find out!

How Subways Work

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London without the Tube? New York without its underground scene? Atlantans gliding straight from their MARTA stops to the airport? What would life be like without our underground transportation system?

State-funded Funerals: What Happens to the Unclaimed Dead?

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Cities have protocols for making sure everyone has an eternal resting place. HowStuffWorks looks at how cities bury their unclaimed dead.

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