Will We Ever See Police Reform?
Can members of Congress stop fighting long enough to fix the problem?
Americans have been calling for solutions after the death of George Floyd’s death in police custody.…
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The Declaration of Independence ‘Rough Draught’ Revealed
The Library of Congress has shared scans of the microfilm of Thomas Jefferson’s original thoughts on independence.
When the leaders of the British colonies in America couldn’t stand being ruled by England anymore,…
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The History of Independence Day
From the Declaration of Independence to today.
In April 1775, colonial militiamen and British troops fought in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, starting the…
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The Spill: Mississippi Flag
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Changing the Mississippi Flag Slavery has always been a scar on American history. Before the Civil…
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What Does the Right to Assemble Cover?
The First Amendment doesn’t protect violence.
The right to gather together is one of the most important rights we have, and it’s…
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North America’s New Trade Deal
The U.S., Mexico, and Canada agree to new rules for trade.
A new trade deal was made between the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The rules in…
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Missouri: The 24th State
Missouri joined the Union in 1821.
Missouri, the “Show Me State,” was named after the tribe Missouris. The first explorers showed up…
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Chester A. Arthur: The 21st President
Chester A. Arthur became president after James Garfield was assassinated.
Chester A. Arthur (1829 – 1886) became the 21st president in 1881. History tells us he…
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Protesters Take Down Statues
Can protesters destroy statues?
America has faced a lot of protests in the last few weeks. Protesters have started tearing down…
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Trump and Biden: What Do They Want?
Two men want to be America’s next president – what do they stand for?
The 2020 election will take place in November. Two people will compete to become the next…
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The Spill: Treasures Bold
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Treasure Discovered in Rocky Mountains Who doesn’t love a treasure hunt? One lucky person claimed a…
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Mississippi: The 20th State
Mississippi joined the United States in 1817 – only to leave again in 1861.
Mississippi joined the Union in 1817, becoming the 20th state. It’s also called “The Magnolia State”…
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How Many Earth-Like Planets Are There?
A new study shows there could be as many as six billion in our own galaxy!
Scientists think the Milky Way galaxy is about 100,000 light-years across and 12 billion years old.…
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The National Guard Explained
The Guard is used to protect citizens in many ways – and it has been around a lot longer than you might think.
The National Guard has been in the news a lot over the last 18 months, especially…
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Father’s Day: A Day to Honor Dad
It’s Father’s Day, but it hasn’t always been celebrated as it is today.
Today is Father’s Day: the one time a year set aside to honor Dad. It wasn’t…
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The Spill: Flag Day
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America Celebrates Flag Day On June 14, 2020, the United States flag turned 243 years old.…
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Trump Makes Changes to Police
After protests, the president calls for better police training.
Recently, Americans have been questioning how the police do their work. Some people are worried about…
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Police Powers Explained
The police have a lot of power, but they have to follow the rules.
Police officers have a lot of power, and a lot of freedom on how to use…
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The Spill: Aten-Class Asteroid
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Asteroid Passes Nearby Earth This weekend, an asteroid flew close by our planet. Luckily, it passed…
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DNA Testing Shows America’s Oldest Family History
According to his DNA test, Dusty Crawford’s ancestors have been in America for at least 17,000 years.
How far back can you trace your family? Most of us can trace our families back…
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A History of American Protest
Protests and riots are nothing new in America.
Protests are not a new thing in America. Sadly, protests can turn violent. Riots have happened…
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Is Protesting More Important Than Social Distancing?
People gather to protest – but what about social distancing?
People are still meeting in the streets to protest the death of George Floyd, and not…
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D-Day: A Soldier’s Story
D-Day was an important day in ending World War II.
Marion Robert Goff was a young man who went to fight in World War II. He…
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The Spill: Unicorn of the Ocean
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First Narwhal Sound Recordings Are there unicorns under the sea? Sure there are, but not the…
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American Cities See Protests and Riots
George Floyd’s death has caused protests in over 100 cities – many of which turned to riots.
People are protesting in U.S. cities. They are protesting the death of a man called George…
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The Spill: Helping Mahouts
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Finding Food for Elephants The Coronavirus pandemic has been hard for places that need tourists to…
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Is There More Than One Universe?
Have scientists found a parallel universe?
Could there be more than one universe? How many different worlds could there be? Many scientists…
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The Story of Memorial Day
A time to think of soldiers who fell to give us freedom.
Memorial Day is a day for Americans to honor and respect the military men and women…
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California City Tries to Open Businesses
Atwater, California is now a sanctuary for businesses.
One city decided not to follow the lockdown rules in its state. The city council in…
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Religious Freedom and Coronavirus
The governor of Virginia is being sued for violating the First Amendment.
Should people be allowed to go to church during the Coronavirus pandemic. In Virginia, the rules…
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Three Teens Make Coronavirus Inventions
These three teens are making a difference.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life. It’s hard to deal with social distancing, but some young…
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The Spill: USS Nevada
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Shipwreck of USS Nevada Discovered A relic from World War II was discovered beneath the Pacific…
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The Immune System
How our body fights a virus.
The Coronavirus has a lot of people worried. It’s easy to get scared, but our bodies…
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The Spill: An Old Favor
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Ireland Repays an Old Favor Ireland is helping Native Americans during the Coronavirus pandemic. They are…
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Animals Roam Free During Lockdown
While people have been hiding in their homes from Coronavirus, nature has been refreshed.
While humans are staying at home to avoid Coronavirus, the animal kingdom is using the extra…
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The Rise and Fall of Venezuela
Venezuela used to be a wealthy nation, but today the people are starving.
Venezuela is a country in South America. Once upon a time, it was rich because it…
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Virus Fact File
What is a virus, anyway?
When we get sick, a microbe – like bacteria or a virus – gets inside our…
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Mother’s Day in Lockdown
Let's think about what moms do for us - especially in a pandemic.
Did you know Mother’s Day was originally meant to celebrate just one person? In 1905, Anna…
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Remembering VE Day
A day to remember World War II.
May 8 is the anniversary of V.E. Day. That stands for Victory in Europe Day. It…
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The Spill: Social Distancing Hats
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Chinese Students Use Hats to Social Distance After the Coronavirus lockdown, students in China headed back…
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North Korea: What You Should Know
North and South Korea split after WWII.
North Korea is a very mysterious country. It has isolated itself from the rest of the…
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America’s Bird: Bald Eagle Vs. Turkey
Which bird is a better symbol for the United States?
Today, the bald eagle is the national symbol of the United States – but was this…
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Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments by Livestreamed Call
Social distancing prevents meeting in person – but the livestreamed call lets all Americans attend virtually.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. The nine judges (justices) of…
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The Spill: Pentagon UFO Video
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Government Declassifies Footage of a UFO? Are we alone? Are there aliens flying around in our…
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The South Is Taking an Individual Approach to Reopening
Whether they work together or not, many states are beginning to reopen.
America is finally beginning to open back up. Many states across the nation are working together,…
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Who is Joe Biden?
Could this longtime senator be the next president?
Joe Biden could be the man to challenge President Donald Trump in the 2020 election, but…
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President Trump Announces 60 Days of Limited Immigration
The president hopes to reopen the country soon, and he wants American workers back at work first.
For the next two months, immigration will be limited to people who are applying for a…
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The Spill: World’s Longest Creature
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World’s Longest Animal Discovered Are there UFOs in the sea? Scientists seem to think so, or…
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Americans Protest Coronavirus Lockdown
Has Coronavirus taken too much freedom from Americans?
The Coronavirus lockdown orders have lasted about a month, for most Americans. People are starting to…
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The Life of a Bald Eagle
America’s bird is an interesting creature.
On June 20, 1782, the bald eagle was chosen to be the emblem for the United…
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The Spill: Caveman Discovery
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Not So Primitive Neanderthals, fondly known as “cavemen,” are not commonly thought to be intelligent. They…
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Trump: No More Money To WHO
The president stops sending money to World Health Organization.
President Donald Trump has stopped sending money to the World Health Organization (WHO). He accused the…
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Could Joe Biden be the Next President?
Democrats give support to Biden.
Who will be the next president of the United States? With the election only a few…
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The Origins of Easter Traditions
Where did we get the idea for our most common Easter traditions?
Happy Easter. Traditions for this holy day can differ depending on where a person lives, but…
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Good Friday: The Day Jesus Died in Payment for Sin
Jesus sacrificed himself so that the world could know salvation.
For Christians, Good Friday is one of the most important holidays of the year because it…
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The Spill: Social Distancing at Easter
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Easter and Palm Sunday in the Year of Coronavirus With Easter around the corner, people are…
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Coronavirus Brings Back Orange Juice
Many believe the vitamin C will help them avoid Coronavirus – even though the science doesn’t show that.
Orange juice is back on the table in American homes. Recently, many people have stopped drinking…
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Can We End the Coronavirus Pandemic Soon?
What treatments or vaccines might finally stop Coronavirus?
As the number of Coronavirus cases rises, researchers look for a cure. While scientists try out…
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Social Distancing is Boring, But It Used to Be Worse
Years ago, quarantine didn’t leave much of anything to pass the time.
The Coronavirus pandemic has forced people to practice social distancing to help stop the spread of…
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The Spill: Autism Awareness
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It’s Autism Awareness Week This week is Autism Awareness Week. It is a time for the…
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COVID-19 Update: Social Distancing Must Last a Little Longer
The president believes we can begin recovery by June 1.
To help slow or stop the spread of Coronavirus, President Trump has advised Americans not to…
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What Will School Look Like After Coronavirus?
Will students return to the classroom, or is online education the future?
Schools have closed because of the Coronavirus. That means we get an experiment in different types…
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The Evolution of Hygiene
Hygiene is crucial to avoiding Coronavirus and other illnesses.
Hygiene is the way we stay clean and healthy. Over time, hygiene and cleanliness have changed.…
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The Spill: Little Foot
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An Evolutionary Discovery Nearly 3.7 million years ago, an Australopithecus (pronounced a-struh-luh-pi-thuh-kuhs) named Little Foot fell…
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Pandemics in the U.S. – A History
Science is helping to stop the Coronavirus, but what about diseases of the past?
The Coronavirus pandemic has caused a lot of confusion as states order people to stay at…
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Coronavirus: The Science
Many people don’t know they’re infected, and so the disease spreads much faster than most.
All around the world, people are worried about the Coronavirus that came from Wuhan, China. How…
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Coronavirus: It’s Dangerous to Everyone
Even young, healthy people can get sick.
There has been a lot of talk about Coronavirus and how it may or may not…
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What Are Epidemics and Pandemics?
The difference is a matter of scale.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused a lot of worry around the world as more people become infected.…
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The Spill: An Irish Day
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A Quiet St. Patrick’s Day Tuesday, March 17, marked the Irish celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.…
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The Republican Party: How It Started and What It Means
The Republican Party was started to end slavery.
The Republican Party is one of two big political parties in the United States. It was…
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Coronavirus: What Is It?
Coronavirus is a dangerous illness, but knowing a few facts will help you stay safe.
You have probably heard that a new disease sweeping the world - but what is the…
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States Are Closing Businesses over Coronavirus
Can the government shut down private businesses? Should it?
President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency over the Coronavirus pandemic. The emergency declaration gave…
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Trump Versus Coronavirus
The president’s plan to stop COVID-19.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday, March 11, to tell Americans what he is doing…
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The Democratic Party: What is It?
Who are the Democrats?
The Democratic Party is one of the two main political parties in the United States today.…
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The Spill: 2020 CD3 in Orbit
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Earth Gains a New Moon The Earth has a new moon, but it probably won’t hang…
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Minnesota: The Gopher State
A state where the blue sky is reflected in many lakes.
Minnesota became the 32nd state to join the Union on May 11, 1858. Its nicknames are…
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James A. Garfield: The 20th President
James A. Garfield was elected president in 1830.
James A. Garfield (1831–1881) was the 20th president of the United States. His term, and life,…
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Greta And Naomi: Two Different Messages on Climate Change
The two activists disagree on climate change and have very different ways of getting their messages out.
Greta Thunberg has praised for her views on climate change. The 16-year-old has become famous speaking…
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How Does Impeachment Work?
Let’s clear up the confusion about impeachment.
A lot of people don’t really understand what impeachment is. The recent case with President Donald…
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The Spill: NY Plastic Bag Ban
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NY Bans Single-Use Plastic Bags The state of New York has banned single-use plastic bags from…
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Michigan: The Wolverine State
From the French and Indian War to the Model T.
Michigan became the 26th state to join the Union in January 1837. It's known by nicknames…
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The Right to Voter Privacy in Washington
Washington is forcing voters to choose a political party on their primary ballots – and to do so publicly.
The Washington presidential primary is set for March 10. The ballots have already been mailed out,…
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Super Tuesday: What Is It and Where Did It Come From?
More Americans vote on Super Tuesday than any other day before the general election in November.
Super Tuesday is a big day for presidential primaries. On Super Tuesday, lots of states vote…
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Why the Constitution is Special
The Founders tried to form a government while keeping power in the hands of the people.
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Switching from Coal to Natural Gas
Is natural gas really saving lives?
How is electricity made? There are lots of different ways, from collecting solar power from the…
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Rutherford B. Hayes: The 19th President
Rutherford B. Hayes was elected president in 1876 and saw the end of the Reconstruction period.
Rutherford B. Hayes (1822–1893) became the 19th president of the United States in 1877. He was…
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What Does It Mean to Be Gen Z?
Gen Z: The generation raised on tech.
What does it mean to be Generation Z? Each generation has been given a name and…
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Soon, We Will Be Able to Stop Meteorites
As we move farther into space, we’ll be able to move more objects to avoid hitting Earth.
In the past, meteorites have impacted Earth – and there are more objects out there headed…
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The Spill: Pancake Day
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Sanders Wins Nevada Caucus The Democrat Party took another step toward the 2020 election this week.…
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Massachusetts: The Sixth State
Massachusetts joined the Union in 1788.
On Feb. 6, 1788, Massachusetts became the sixth state to join the Union. The Bay State,…
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What Happens to Leftover Campaign Funds?
The FEC has a series of rules for leftover campaign funds.
The Federal Election Commission (FEC) has outlined a series of rules pertaining to politicians’ leftover campaign…
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The Helium Shortage: What Happened?
Why are we running out of Helium, and what can we do about it?
Next to hydrogen, helium is the most common element in the universe. But while there is…
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Half of the World Still Accepts Slavery
Despite being illegal in most Western nations, slavery is still practiced in many parts of the world.
For thousands of years, slavery has been an evil that spread across the world. These days,…
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Democratic Voters Are Worried about the Nevada Caucus
Was the mess in Iowa a sign that the party-run caucuses can’t be trusted?
This week, all eyes are on Nevada as Democrats gather in caucus venues to select a…
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Maryland: The Seventh State
Maryland joined the Union in 1788.
Maryland became the seventh state to join the Union on April 28, 1788. The English King…
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Can Science Beat the Coronavirus?
The Coronavirus pandemic might not happen.
The Coronavirus is spreading around the world – but it isn’t moving as fast as past…
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Fun Facts on President’s Day
How well do you know the U.S. presidents?
President’s Day is a day to celebrate the country’s commanders in chief. Here are some fun…
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What is Fracking?
Fracking makes once-blocked oil reserves available.
Every day, you use oil products that make your life better and easier. Thanks to advances…
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Ulysses S. Grant: the 18th President
Ulysses S. Grant became the 18th president in 1868.
Ulysses S. Grant (1822–1885) was the 18th president of the United States. His life was fraught…
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Valentine’s Day Isn’t Welcome Everywhere
Some Eastern nations ban Valentine’s Day celebration.
February 14 has long been celebrated as a day of romantic love. To most of the…
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Happy Valentine’s Day
Three love poems.
For thousands of years, the 14th of February has been celebrated as a day of love.…
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Who are Delegates?
Delegates help choose who can run for president.
The road to becoming a nominee for president of the United States involves a small group…
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Maine: The 23rd State
This revolutionary colony joined the Union in 1820.
Maine became the 23rd state to join the Union on March 15, 1820. The native people…
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The Spill: Ready to Compete
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New Hampshire Primary The United States is choosing people to run in the next election, which…
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What Are the Climate Models Missing?
The oceans are like big air conditioners for the planet – and the climate models don’t account for them.
If you have ever been on a tropical island, you may have experienced that as the…
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Is Democracy Failing?
Will democracy continue to drop in popularity?
A recent study revealed that a growing number of citizens living in western nations are becoming…
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Andrew Johnson: The 17th President
Andrew Johnson became president after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.
Andrew Johnson (1808–1875) was the 17th president of the United States and the first to ever…
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What Is the Law of Supply and Demand?
It’s important to understand this basic economic principle.
Have you walked through a supermarket and wondered why oranges, beef, and a box of Oreo…
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Iowa Caucus: Confusion and Chaos
A failed mobile app caused confusion and chaos at the Iowa caucus.
What happens when the app designed to report voting results fails? Tuesday’s Iowa’s caucus fiasco, of…
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The Spill: State of the Union 2020
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Technical Difficulties and Election Confusion in Iowa The Iowa caucus for the Democratic Party was expected…
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Louisiana: The 18th State
On April 30, 1812, Louisiana joined the Union.
Louisiana became the 18th state to join the Union on April 30, 1812. For generations before…
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Abraham Lincoln: The 16th President
Lincoln won the presidential election of 1860.
Perhaps one of the most famous of all presidents is the 16th, Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865). Known…
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Truth: How the Iowa Caucus Works – GenZ
The Iowa Caucus is an important stage of choosing a presidential candidate..
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Brexit: What’s it all About?
The United Kingdom is leaving the European Union - but what does that mean?
On January 31 at 11 p.m., Britain will leave the European Union (E.U.). After voting to…
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What Are Political Action Committees?
Just about every political cause has a PAC.
A Political Action Committee (PAC) is a group of people who raise money and spend it…
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Why Do Elections Cost So Much?
Can votes be bought?
The U.S. political system today is not what the Founding Fathers had envisioned. It is important…
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The Spill: Year of the Rat
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Trump Impeachment Trial Underway The impeachment trial of President Donald Trump has started. The trial is…
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Kentucky: The 15th State
Travelling the Wilderness Road.
The Woodland people first lived in the area, followed by the Fort Ancient people. These tribes…
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Remembering Kobe
Kobe Bryant: Gone but not forgotten.
In news that shocked America, basketball player Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash. The accident…
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James Buchanan: The 15th President
Buchanan left office right before the Civil War.
James Buchanan was the 15th president of the United States. He was born on April 23,…
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How Good is Wind Power for the Environment?
Wind turbines come with a lot of problems. Wind power might not be as good an option as we once thought.
For years, wind turbines have been thought of as a good alternative to fossil fuels like…
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Kansas: The 34th State
Kansas was in the Wild West.
Kansas was first populated by the native people known as the Paleo-Indians. The state got its…
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The Spill: Veggies Vs. Pizza
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Senate Trial Starting on Trump Impeachment A Senate trial of President Donald Trump begins this week.…
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What Is a Bubble?
Americans are enjoying an economic bubble on just about everything. But what does that mean?
Congratulations. You are living through one of the most prosperous times in American history. This is…
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Primaries and Caucuses: How Do They Work?
Presidential candidates are chosen by primaries and caucuses, but what are those?
When America votes for a president on election day in November, they will be picking from…
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It’s Martin Luther King Day
Famous words from a man who cared about equal rights.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a famous leader of the American Civil Rights Movement during the…
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What Does it Take to Become President?
Becoming president isn’t easy.
The road to becoming the president of the United States is long and difficult. Not every…
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Animals and Virtual Reality
Can animals use virtual reality technology?
Virtual reality used to be science fiction, but now we can experience virtual universes in a…
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The Spill: Living Robots
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Iran De-Escalation Relations between Iran and the U.S. calmed this week. Iran is a country in…
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Australian Wildfires: What Are the Causes?
Why is Australia having a bushfire crisis?
What caused the fires that are burning in Australia? Some people suggest climate change is causing…
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US vs Iran: Why Are We Fighting?
The U.S. and Iran have been hostile toward each other for a long time.
Current Conflict with Iran President Donald Trump recently approved an attack that killed Iranian General Qassem…
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Franklin Pierce: the 14th President
Franklin Pierce took office in 1853.
Franklin Pierce (1804-1869) was born in Hillsborough, New Hampshire, on November 23, 1804. He was elected…
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Why Do Police Give the Miranda Warning?
Police have to tell people their rights when they’re arrested.
“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can, and will, be used against…
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Iowa: The 29th State
Iowa joined the Union in 1846.
Iowa, also known as the Hawkeye State, became the 29th state added to the Union on…
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The Spill: Smart Puffin
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Tensions with Iran The U.S. and the Middle Eastern country of Iran have been at odds…
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Trump Signs Three Bills for Native Americans
Trump signed three bills, paying for lands lost, languages to be learned, and people to be protected.
In a tweet on December 27, President Donald Trump wrote: “Thank YOU Indian Country for being…
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Millard Fillmore: The 13th President
Fillmore became president after Zachary Taylor died in office.
Millard Fillmore (1800 – 1874) was the 13th president of the United States and the last…
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The Spill: Firework Fights
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New Year’s Firework Controversies Countries across the globe celebrate the New Year with fireworks celebrations at…
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Republic vs Democracy: Which Do We Have?
Though often called a democracy, the United States is a republic.
A lot of people are confused about what type of government the United States has. In…
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New Year’s Day: It Wasn’t Always January 1
Several dates have been used throughout history around the world.
It may seem obvious that January 1 should be the first day of the new year,…
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Indiana: The 19th State
Indiana joined the Union in 1816.
On December 11, 1816, Indiana became the 19th state to join the Union. Before it became…
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New Year Resolutions: Promising to Do Better
Many people promise to do better than before at the new year – but you can improve yourself any time.
The beginning of a new year is a good time to get a fresh start, and…
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National Debt: What Is It?
The government owes debts to citizens, global investors, other governments, and even itself.
You have probably heard by now that the national debt is the biggest it has ever…
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Trump Offers Citizenship to Thousands of Liberians
Liberian refugees have a chance at U.S. citizenship now.
President Trump and Congress made citizenship possible for thousands of Liberian immigrants living in the United…
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Zachary Taylor: The 12th President
Zachary Taylor took office in 1849.
Zachary Taylor (1784-1850) was the 12th president of the United States. Born on Nov. 24, 1784…
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The Spill: NSW Fires
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President Trump Impeached The House of Representatives has impeached President Trump. After a day of debate,…
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Christmas Poems to Warm the Heart
Long before TV, Christmas poems helped spread holiday cheer.
We all have our favorite Christmas movies and songs, but before film and sound recordings were…
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Illinois: The 21st State in the Union
Illinois became a state in 1818.
Illinois became the 21st state on Dec. 3, 1818. The first Europeans to visit the area…
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Christmas Around the World
Not everyone celebrates Christmas in the same way.
Many of our favorite Christmas traditions came from ancestors who moved here from other countries. Different…
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Christmas for the Troops: Many Won’t Be Home for the Holidays
Many Americans send Christmas to the soldiers who can’t come home.
Last year at Christmas time, the U.S. had 1.3 million troops on active duty, with more…
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Space Force: The Sixth Branch of the Military
The Space Force has been approved and will be the newest branch of the U.S. military.
A historic defense legislation is now officially in the books with an addition of the sixth…
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James Polk: The 11th President
James Polk took office in 1845 and served only one term, as he had promised during his campaign.
James Polk (1795-1849) was the 11th president of the United States. He promised to only serve…
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The Story of Gingerbread
This delicious Christmas treat has a long history.
The holiday tradition of little gingerbread men and gingerbread houses comes from a long history. The…
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The Spill: Two Deals
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Two Trade Deals – China and USMCA This week had big news on U.S. trade with…
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Idaho: The 43rd State
Idaho joined the Union in 1809, becoming the 43rd state.
Idaho became the 43rd state to join the Union on July 3, 1890. Before the Europeans…
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Why Free Speech Matters
Freedom of speech is the backbone of American liberty.
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John Tyler: The Tenth President
John Tyler was the tenth president – but only after the ninth president died in office.
John Tyler (1790-1862) became the tenth president of the United States while serving as vice president…
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The Spill: Whakaari Erupts
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Articles of Impeachment Called Against President Trump Over the last few weeks, the House of Representatives…
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Hawaii: The Last State
Hawaii was the last of the 50 states to join the Union – so far.
Hawaii is made up of a group of volcanic islands in the central Pacific Ocean. Now,…
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Why History Is Important
We learn about the past so we don’t repeat other people’s mistakes.
Do you ever wonder why we study history, why learning about the past is a requirement…
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Japan’s Sneak Attack on Pearl Harbor
Japan attacked the US Navy at Pearl Harbor without any warning.
On December 7, 1941, Japan attacked the United States Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, located on the…
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William Henry Harrison: The Ninth President
William Henry Harrison was the ninth president, and just one of many in a family of American leaders.
William Henry Harrison (1773–1841) was the ninth president of the United States. He took office on…
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Scientists Find Ancient Puppy in Ice
Frozen puppy is a mystery to evolution.
It’s a bird, it’s a plane … or is it a puppy or a wolf? That…
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We Don’t Understand the Mars Climate – Do We Understand Ours?
Mars is a much simpler planet than Earth, but the climate doesn’t follow the rules we think it should.
Mars is a simple planet compared to Earth. Its climate should be very simple to model,…
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Georgia: The Fourth State
Georgia was the fourth state to ratify the Constitution and join the Union.
On January 2, 1788, Georgia became the fourth state to sign the Constitution and join the…
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Dresden Castle Robbed of Jewels
Eleven artifacts were taken.
On Monday, November 25, thieves broke into a museum in Germany’s Dresden Castle. They stole 11…
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The Spill: Chickenization
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President Trump’s Surprise Thanksgiving with the Troops Thanksgiving is a time to get together and celebrate…
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Martin Van Buren: The Eighth President
Martin Van Buren was the eighth president – and the first in office to be born an American citizen.
Martin Van Buren (1782-1862) was the eighth president and the first to take office who was…
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President Trump’s Surprise Thanksgiving with the Troops
The president surprised American troops in Afghanistan by showing up to share a Thanksgiving meal with them.
Thanksgiving is a time to get together and celebrate as a family, but many American soldiers…
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Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving
How Americans came to give thanks on this holiday.
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Today, most Americans eat turkey and…
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Hong Kong Votes To Support Democracy
An election shows people back the protesters.
Students have been protesting in Hong Kong for a few months. The protests are against China…
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Florida: From Spain to the United States
Florida was first explored by the Spanish in the early 1500s – but the French weren’t far behind.
Florida, with its warm climate and sandy beaches, is a popular vacation spot. It's also a…
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Celebrate Thanksgiving by Helping Others
Thanksgiving is a hard time of year for many people – but maybe you can help.
Thanksgiving is a great time to think about the many ways you might have been blessed…
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Kids Swap Phones for Chicks
Which is more fun – a phone or a bird?
How much time should kids and adults spend looking at their smartphones? One city in Indonesia…
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The Spill: Red Poison
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Democrats Still Want to Impeach; Republicans Still Don’t The Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives…
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Democrats Still Want to Impeach; Republicans Still Don’t
Impeachment testimonies given to House of Representatives.
The Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives are trying to impeach President Trump. This means…
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Capitalism Created the Middle Class
Capitalism creates competition, which makes people more equal.
Some say that capitalism leads to a greater gap between the rich and the poor, but…
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Zimbabwe and Inflation: Learn from Its Money Mistakes
Zimbabwe hasn’t printed money in 10 years. Now it's starting again. Will it help?
Ten years ago, Zimbabwe stopped printing its own money because it had lost its value. Since…
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Delaware: The First State
Delaware was the first state to sign the Constitution and join the new United States.
Delaware was the first state to sign the Constitution in 1787, making it the first state…
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Red Tide: The Deadly Algae Hits Florida
Karenia brevis algae is often called red tide because it turns the water red.
Karenia brevis algae – commonly called “red tide” because its colorful blooms turn coastal water red…
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The Spill: New Human
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Bolivia: The People Remove a Socialist President Evo Morales was the president of Bolivia. He won…
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Andrew Jackson: The Seventh President
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United States.
Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) was the seventh president of the United States. He was born on March…
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Bolivia: The People Remove a Socialist President
The people of Bolivia have kicked out their socialist president.
Evo Morales was the president of Bolivia. He won the most recent election to be president…
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Tell Brak: The World’s Oldest City?
New technology can tell us about the ancient world.
Technology has come a long way, but sometimes new inventions can tell us even more about…
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First Amendment: Asking the Government for Change
The First Amendment grants the right to petition the government.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;…
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Artist Paints Greta Thunberg on Building
Some people love the painting, but others don’t.
Greta Thunberg is a Swedish teenager who talks about climate change around the world. Recently, an…
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Connecticut: One of the First Colonies
This state was for independence and against slavery.
Connecticut was one of the first 13 colonies in the New World, and it has a…
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Scientists Find New Type of Human
There were many species of human in the ancient world.
Scientists have found a new species of ancient human. The researchers found 13 bones that date…
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Is New York Taking the Fun out of Football?
What is fair about making a winning team stop doing their best?
A high school football coach in Nassau County, New York, was suspended (made to stop working)…
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Denver: Capital of Colorado
The Mile High City.
Denver is the state capital of Colorado and is known as “the Mile High City.” It…
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Veteran’s Day: A Day to Honor our Soldiers
Veterans Day began shortly after the end of World War I as Armistice Day.
Veteran’s Day is the day we honor and celebrate our heroes, the military men and women…
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The Spill: CA Fires
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Welcome to LNGenZ’s roundup of the trending topics in the news this week. What is a…
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John Quincy Adams: The Sixth President
John Quincy Adams was the sixth President, and the son of John Adams, the second president.
John Quincy Adams (1767–1848) was the sixth president of the United States. He was born on…
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First Amendment: The Right to Get Together
Americans are allowed to gather peacefully.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise…
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Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists: Who were They?
These two groups had different visions for America.
The United States was built on two documents (pieces of writing), the Constitution and the Bill…
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What is a Whistleblower?
Colorado: The Centennial State
The 38th state has been home to many different peoples.
Colorado is sometimes called the “Centennial State.” This is because it joined the Union in the…
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The Keystone Pipeline Spilled Oil in North Dakota
The Keystone Pipeline moves almost 23 million gallons a day.
Last week, the Keystone Pipeline spilled about 380,000 gallons of oil over a wetland area in…
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Wildfires Rage Across California
California has numerous fires burning across the state.
There are several big fires burning across California. Let’s take a look at the current forest…
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Sacramento: Capital of California
The city of Sacramento today is built on top of the old city that was destroyed by flooding.
Sacramento is the capital city of California, but it wasn’t the first. There were a few…
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House of Representatives Votes for Impeachment Inquiry
The Democrats in the House of Representatives are looking into whether Trump broke the law as president with the Ukraine call.
The House of Representatives voted to hold an inquiry into President Donald Trump’s behavior toward Ukraine.…
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The Spill: Blue Pumpkins
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How Halloween Began Halloween wasn’t always the fun event it is today. The holiday began with…
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James Monroe: The Fifth President
James Monroe took office as the fifth president in 1817.
James Monroe (1758-1831) was the fifth president of the United States. He was born on April…
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First Amendment: Freedom of the Press
A free press tells us what is going in the country.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;…
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How Halloween Began
The story behind this spooky holiday.
Halloween wasn’t always the fun event it is today. The holiday began with the Celtic people,…
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California: The Golden State
Eureka! Gold was found in this state.
California was the 31st state to be added to the Union. It is the third-largest state,…
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Are There Ghosts in the White House?
Over the years, many people have claimed to see ghosts in the White House.
“My dear Clara, it seems that the White House is haunted.” These words were written by Major…
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Blue Pumpkins: Making Halloween Better for Autistic Kids
Not everyone is comfortable saying “trick-or-treat.” These blue pumpkins ensure they don’t have to.
Halloween is a time of fun that kids and adults look forward to each fall, but…
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ISIS Has a Defeat
What is ISIS, and who was its leader?
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was the leader of a group called the Islamic State. The group attacked…
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Little Rock: Capital of Arkansas
Little Rock was part of the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 and became a city in 1835.
Little Rock is the capital of Arkansas and was once the home to the Quapaw people.…
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More Mummies Found in Egypt
What Are Mummies?
Just in time for Halloween, archaeologists in Egypt found 30 coffins with mummies inside. The mummies…
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Capitalism vs Socialism: What Is the Difference?
Free market or government control of the economy?
There has been a lot of talk about capitalism and socialism. Some people want the government…
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The Spill: No Lunch Money
Weekly news you can use.
Welcome to LNGenZ’s roundup of the trending topics in the news this week. Solving the Problem…
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James Madison: The Fourth President
James Madison was elected the fourth president of the United States in 1808.
James Madison was the fourth president of the United States. He was born March 16, 1751,…
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Solving the Problem of School Lunch Debt
Kids need to eat – but the food isn’t free. So what can be done about parents who don’t pay?
School meals are a very important part of any student’s education. Feeding students, however, is not…
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First Amendment: Protecting Free Speech
Without the First Amendment, we could be arrested for speaking our opinions.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;…
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What’s Going on with Turkey and Syria?
They aren’t fighting right now, but they aren’t really at peace, either.
Last week, Turkey informed the White House of plans to invade northern Syria. Turkey wanted to…
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Arkansas: The 25th State
Arkansas joined the Union twice: After the Louisiana Purchase and after the Civil War.
The Territory of Arkansas became the 25th state of the Union on June 15, 1836. “Arkansas”…
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