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What Is Transcendentalism and How Did It Change America?

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Transcendentalism was a 19th century philosophical movement with adherents like Thoreau, Emerson and Fuller, based on principles of freedom, feminism, abolition and the idea that people had divine truth within them.

Why Is Shabbat So Central to Jewish Tradition?

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Shabbat is the holiday that is central to Jewish life, occurring every Friday at sunset to Saturday night. But what is it and how is it observed?

Who Was the Youngest U.S. President?

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You have to be at least 35 years old to be President of the United States. So, has anyone come close to that?

The Strange Story of 'Killdozer' and the Man Behind It

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The 2004 incident in Granby, Colorado, left half the town destroyed. Now 17 years later, Marvin Heemeyer, the man who piloted the tank that crushed the library and town hall, has become a hero to antigovernment extremists.

What's Next for Roe v. Wade in the Courts?

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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the challenge to the restrictive Mississippi abortion ban Dec. 1, 2021. What does it mean for Roe v. Wade? Could the landmark case be overturned?

Food Fermentation: How Microorganisms Make Food Delicious

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Our ancestors survived long winters because of fermented foods, but what health benefits do they have for modern humans?

How to Export Bookmarks From Chrome

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You love your Chrome browser bookmarks but your computer is on the verge of dying. Is there any way you can save them so they appear on your new computer?

5 Characteristics of a Great Science Teacher

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Science education methods are changing as a result of the Next Generation Science Standards, which aim to define a uniform vision for K-12 science education across the U.S.

Armyworms Are Chomping Through Lawns Across the U.S.

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They love your lawn and, in 2021, they're everywhere. Here's what to do about armyworms and how to spot the little critters.

Frances Kelsey Stopped Thalidomide in Its Tracks, and Changed the FDA Forever

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Frances Kelsey saved countless lives when she decided not to approve a drug for morning sickness in the 1960s. Her instinct was spot-on and has had lasting effects on FDA drug approval ever since.

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