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How Juneteenth Became Black Independence Day

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Though it's been around for more than 150 years, Juneteenth was still a mystery to many. But now, it's the newest federal holiday in the U.S.A.

How Much Coal Is Required to Run a 100-watt Light Bulb 24 hours a Day for a Year?

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Where electricity is produced from a coal fired power station, how much coal is required to run a 100-watt light bulb 24 hours a day for one year?

How Accurate Is Groundhog Day's Punxsutawney Phil?

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Is Punxsutawney Phil the groundhog really accurate, or is he secretly giggling at us? Find out if Phil can predict the weather.

Direct Democracy Allows Citizens to Decide Laws Without Representatives

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In politics, direct democracy means giving everyday people—not just politicians—a direct say in laws and policies. Unlike a representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people, direct democracy allows citizens to vote on political issues themselves.

Kummakivi, Finland's Balancing Rock, Seems to Defy the Laws of Physics

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It looks completely impossible that this rock should stand, balanced as it is, but it has not moved since the last ice age.

How Lobbying Works

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Do you know How Lobbying Works? Keep reading to find out How Lobbying Works and explore more about campaigning!

Is it against the law to violate a Web site's terms of service?

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Website terms of service are the rules for using a Web site's services. Can you be convicted if you break them? Learn about website terms of service.

Hisashi Ouchi Suffered an 83-day Death By Radiation Poisoning

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In 1999, Hisashi Ouchi, a Japanese nuclear fuel plant worker was exposed to critical levels of radiation. He suffered the worst radiation burns in history. He lived for 83 agonizing days afterward as his body all but disintegrated.

Ashura: A Holiday of Varied Significance in Islam

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Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds varied meanings for Muslims: Shia commemorate Hussain's martyrdom, while Sunnis mark events like Moses parting the Red Sea.

How Libertarianism Works

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Do you know How Libertarianism Works? Keep reading to learn more about politics and discover How Libertarianism Works.

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