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5 Events in Black History You Never Learned in School
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Most students in the U.S. aren't taught about important people and events in Black history. Here are five that you probably never learned in school.
Paganism Is the Oldest, Newest Religion
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Originally, 'Pagan' was a putdown for the country folk who continued to worship the old Roman gods, rather than embracing Christianity. Today, paganism is having a resurgence but with a modern twist.
John Smith's True Story Is Way Better Than the Fictional Tale
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John Smith has been described as a tireless soldier, self-promoter and publicist. In today's speak, you might even call him an influencer.
5 Causes of the Great Depression: Could It Happen Again?
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Many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression still pose economic risks today. HowStuffWorks looks at five of them.
Can You Ignore a Subpoena?
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The Select Committee investigating Jan. 6 just subpoenaed former president Donald Trump. What happens if he ignores the subpoena?
Penn Center: A Little-known Haven of the Civil Rights Movement
The Penn Center was critical to the American civil rights movement. HowStuffWorks takes a look at this overlooked piece of history.
5 Trailblazing Female Mathematicians
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Can you name even one female mathematician? Don't worry if you can't. That just means you need to read our article on five famous female mathematicians to up your cred.
What was the 20th century's first genocide?
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What was the 20th century's first genocide? Read about what may have been the first genocide of the 1900s: the Herero and Namaqua people.
Are Banana Spiders Harmless? Depends on Which You See
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Is the "banana spider" you're looking at the one that sits around harmlessly catching flies, or could its bite kill a small child? If we rely solely on common names, this question is complicated.
Aristides de Sousa Mendes Saved Thousands From Holocaust, But Lost All
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HowStuffWorks looks at the story of Aristides de Sousa Mendes, a Portuguese diplomat who lost everything saving thousands during the Holocaust.