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How Do the 5 U.S. Territories Differ From the 50 States?

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The United States still has five permanently populated territories. The 3.5 million residents are denied many of the same rights as mainland U.S. citizens. They want this to change.

Why Jack Ruby Killed JFK's Assassin

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He is famous for assassinating Lee Harvey Oswald on live TV. But what was his motive, other than to rid the world of the man who killed President John F. Kennedy days before?

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.

Mob Boss John Gotti Never Lived Up to His 'Teflon Don' Nickname

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Gambino crime boss John Gotti is remembered as the Teflon Don for beating the legal system. But Gotti died in prison, so did he really live up to that name?

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.

Can You Complete These Nursery Rhymes?

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Do you know how much the hot cross buns cost? What about what Little Bo-Peep lost? If so, you probably grew up on a steady diet of Mother Goose nursery rhymes. See how well you remember them all with this quiz!

The Many Lives of the Mysterious Queen of Sheba

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One of the few female figures represented in Christianity, Judaism and Islam, the Queen of Sheba is also the mother of the Ethiopian nation.

Who Invented Chess?

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Like many things, chess wasn't invented by one person but rather several people. Here's a short history of chess.

10 Biggest Malls in America

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Malls in America can be massive enough to contain hotels and ice rinks, in addition to the usual stores. Here are 10 of the biggest shopping malls in the U.S.

Do You Know These Gen X Slang Words?

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The slackers of Generation X knew how to have fun. Some of the best movies and music were made for and by them. Some of the best slang came from, too. Take our bangin' quiz, and see if your slang is dope!

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