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Crystal Flutes and Human Hair: 8 Random Items Found in the Library of Congress
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When singer Lizzo played a glass flute owned by President James Madison, we stopped to wonder what else might be hiding in the Library of Congress.
Can You Identify These U.S. Presidents If We Give Them Fake Mustaches?
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There's a reason the greatest masters of disguise used fake mustaches to hide their identity. Now, we've taken their craft and applied it to these U.S. presidents. Will you know who they are?
4 'Commonwealth' States: Merely a Symbolic Commitment
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The term "commonwealth states" refers to a specific political status that four states in the United States use. These states retain the same powers and privileges as all other U.S. states, but their choice to use commonwealth reflects their history, values and governance.
What's the Difference Between Sweet Potatoes and Yams?
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Think sweet potatoes and yams are the same? Think again. These two tubers are totally different. Yams aren't even potatoes.
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.
U.S. State Capitals, Listed Oldest to Newest
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State capitals provide a centralized location for the state's administrative, legislative and sometimes judicial branches. This facilitates efficient governance by bringing together key decision-makers, lawmakers and administrative staff in one place, streamlining communication, coordination and policy implementation.
Official White House Christmas Ornaments Are a 40-Year Tradition
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The resolutely bipartisan White House Christmas ornament has been an annual tradition since 1981 and is a big fundraiser too.
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?
How the U.S. President Works
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The U.S. president is someone who can help shape the world due to his or her incredible power. Find out about the various roles and responsibilities of the president.
The Truman Doctrine Transformed U.S. Foreign Policy Forever
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Discover how the 1947 Truman Doctrine shifted the U.S. from isolationism to a policy of containing communism, reshaping international relations during the Cold War.