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How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas
The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.
How to Get a Business License
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Do you know how to get a business license? Find out how to get a business license in this article from HowStuffWorks.
12 Facts About Pizza
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While millions of people consume pizza every day, there's a lot that isn't known about this popular food. Learn 12 interesting facts about pizza.
Why Jane Elliott's Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes Racism Exercise Is So Powerful
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Jane Elliott has been exposing racist thinking for more than 50 years using eye color. Some think her methodology is too harsh. She couldn't care less.
Can You Accurately Guess the Population of Every American State?
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This quiz will bring you to your "census." There are over 7 billion people in the world, but only 329.7 million of them live in the United States. Can you tell us where we might find them?
The Messy Legacy of the Columbus Day Holiday
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As more states are swapping Columbus Day celebrations for Indigenous Peoples' Day observances, does Columbus Day still have any relevance?
Can You Identify the State Abbreviation From a State’s Outline?
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When it comes to geography, they say the average American can't locate Afghanistan on a map, but how about Iowa? Take a look at these 50 state outlines and see if you can identify the correct abbreviation.
Native American Tribes
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Native Americans are an incredibly diverse minority with a deep history in North America. How much do you know about Native American tribes?
What is gingivitis?
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Gingivitis is an oral health problem that, if left untreated, can lead to painful gum disease. Learn how to prevent and treat gingivitis.
Who Invented the First Computer?
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This person of diverse interests also invented the cowcatcher device for trains and held a distinguished mathematics professorship at the University of Cambridge.