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Kamala Harris Becomes the First Black Female Vice President in U.S. History
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Kamala Harris is the first woman in U.S. history (and first Black woman and first Asian American woman) to become vice president. But she's used to being a groundbreaker.
What was the impact of the Age of Enlightenment?
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What was the impact of the Age of Enlightenment? Read about the impact and after-effects of the Enlightenment Age.
Can You Translate All of These Simple French Phrases?
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French is considered the language of love and it's one of the most spoken languages in the world. Whether you're fluent or know all of two words you've heard in films, here's your chance to test your familiarity with Français by taking this quiz!
How well do you know your basic Italian phrases?
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Italian is a beautiful language, but how well do you know this very romantic Romance language? Test your Italian language skills with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Why Was Davy Crockett King of the Wild Frontier?
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Davy Crockett is immortalized as king of the wild frontier. Read about Davy Crockett and who breathed new life into the legend of Davy Crockett after his death.
Was the White House Really Trashed at Andrew Jackson's First Inauguration?
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For almost two centuries, Andrew Jackson's inauguration blowout has been cited as the wildest party ever thrown at the White House. But should we take that depiction with a grain of salt?
What If Everyone Had the Same Salary?
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Income inequality contributes to societal ills. Would mandating equal paychecks for all improve the situation or lead to work-shirking and massive government?
Do You Know the Most Famous Dates in History?
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We aren't talking about your 10th-grade prom date. Instead, we want to know if you recall the events that changed the entire world. Do you know these famous dates?
How Far Is Russia From Alaska?
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Sarah Palin never really said she could see Russia from her house. But how far is Russia from Alaska anyway? And can you see one country from the other?
Decades Later, the Disappearance of Judge Joseph Force Crater Remains a Mystery
Crater's disappearance sparked tons of speculation and one of the biggest missing person cases in U.S. history. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.