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A Primer on Primaries – What They Are and Why They Matter So Much

Whether it’s the every-four-year presidential election or the so-called “midterms” that fall every two years between them, or even odd-year elections that barely make the news, the general election in November is usually the one most of the nation pays… Read More

Mary Anderson – The Woman Who Invented Windshield Wipers

Most of the inventors throughout history were men, but in the early twentieth century, one woman made her mark in the male-dominated arena: Mary Anderson. Mary Anderson and Windshield Wipers Amid the chill of winter in 1903, Anderson traveled from… Read More

May Jobs Report Beats Expectations

What a difference a year can make. Following a poor performance in 2025 and a disappointing start to 2026, the US labor market is making a comeback. The private sector is adding jobs, unemployment remains low, and fewer people are… Read More

In Case You Missed It … This Week in News

A lot happened in the world this week – Make sure you didn’t miss it with Liberty Nation GenZ’s weekly news roundup! Sunday, May 31, 2026 US Military Disables Ship Trying to Breach Iran Blockade The US military disabled a vessel attempting… Read More

Space’s Mysterious Black Holes

Although scientists have thoroughly studied oceans and space, there is still so much that is unknown about them. Black holes are one of the mysteries that even the smartest scientists and researchers have not been able to fully explain. There… Read More

The Wright Brothers – First in Flight

Orville and Wilbur Wright – most commonly known as the “Wright Brothers” – were the men behind what is arguably one of the greatest inventions of modern history: the airplane. The Ohio brothers successfully flew the first powered and controlled… Read More

Aramaic – From Ancient Empires to the Modern Age

If Sumerian was the language of the first civilizations and Akkadian of the first empire, then Aramaic can best be described as the first worldwide language. It may not get quite the same amount of attention as Greek or Latin… Read More

Dirt Is Good for Children’s Health, Study Finds

Ever since the global pandemic – and perhaps a bit before – people around the world have become somewhat obsessed with disinfecting every surface and keeping oh-so-scary germs at bay. But what if getting some dirt under our fingernails is… Read More

In Case You Missed It … This Week in News

A lot happened in the world this week – Make sure you didn’t miss it with Liberty Nation GenZ’s weekly news roundup! Sunday, May 24, 2026 Suspect Dead After Firing Shots at White House A suspect who opened fire at a White… Read More

Itsy-Bitsy Hummingbirds

When spring returns, so do the hummingbirds. A variety of hummingbird species exist in many parts of the world, including Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States. They are known for their small size, fast wingbeat, and the humming sound… Read More

Alexander Graham Bell: The Man Who Invented the Telephone

On March 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell placed the first telephone call to his assistant, Thomas Watson. His message was brief: “Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you.” Though the words were somewhat distorted, Watson could still understand… Read More

Long-Term Interest Rates Highest Since Global Financial Crisis

It has been an exciting time in the government bond market. The United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Europe have seen long-term interest rates accelerate since the start of the war in Iran. This is important because investors look… Read More