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How Lie Detectors Work
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Lie detection is a consistently controversial topic -- how can a machine tell truth from deception? Does everyone have the same physiological reaction when telling a lie? If so, how can some people "beat the box"? Find out what these devices measure and if they really can detect lies.
Did Betsy Ross Really Make the First American Flag?
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Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
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.
Can My Employer Force Me to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
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The list of U.S. employers mandating vaccines is growing by the day. Is it even legal for your workplace to force you to take a medication to come to work?
The History of the Affordable Care Act
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The history of the Affordable Care Act is still being written, but we can fill you in on what's happened so far. Learn more about ACA history.
Can You Pass This General Knowledge Quiz From 1999?
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It may seem like just yesterday that the world was stressing about Y2K, but it has been over two decades now! How much do you remember about 1999? Dial in to this quiz and test your knowledge!
The Tragic Story of 'Sky King' Richard Russell
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In 2018, Richard Russell made news headlines for stealing - and subsequently crashing - a 76-seat passenger plane straight out of Seattle Tacoma International Airport.
How AmeriCorps Works
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AmeriCorps is a national volunteer organization focused on year-long community service projects. Read about AmeriCorps in this article.
Why Libertarians Have a Love-hate Relationship With the 10th Amendment
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The 10th Amendment says powers not delegated to the feds are reserved to the people. Libertarians say it's not working. HowStuffWorks explains.