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Who Owns the Beach? It Depends
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On most U.S. shorelines, the public has had a time-honored right to "lateral" access to beaches. That sandy space, however, is being hotly contested.
Dickey Amendment Blocks Research on Gun Violence, Critics Say
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Many public health researchers say funding restrictions imposed by Congress hinder efforts to prevent gun violence. HowStuffWorks looks at the law.
1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 Checker
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The 1960-1969 Checker gave the general public a chance to own a solid, dependable, no-frills car. See photos and profiles on the 1960-1969 Checker.
Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
Frédéric Chopin: The Child Prodigy Who Captured the Soul of the Piano
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Frédéric Chopin gave only 30 public performances of his piano works during his lifetime, but his influence on the soul of classical music was immeasurable.
How Newsgroups Work
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Newsgroups allow public discussion from remote locations. Learn about newsgroups lingo, the newsgroup process, where to find newsgroups and how to start newsgroups.
Mothman Mysteries: A Look at the West Virginia Cryptid
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Mothman sightings began in West Virginia in the late 60s, but is the elusive creature real or just a cover-up to distract the public from a tragic accident?
Our Online Personalities Change Across Different Social Media Platforms
A new Penn State study examines how social media platform affects our public personae. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Monkeypox Is a Global Health Emergency, But Don't Panic Yet
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The director-general of the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern July 23, 2022. So, what exactly does that mean?
8 Famous Parks Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Plus a Tiny One You May Not Know About
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The designer of New York's Central Park believed that public parks were 'democratic spaces' belonging to all citizens, and aren't we glad he did?