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RFK Jr. Is Giving Infectious Diseases a Promotional Tour

The legacy of polio underscores the critical importance of vaccination in public health.

'Sugarcane' documentary spotlights Indigenous resilience amid dark residential school history

"Sugarcane" reveals the lasting trauma from Indigenous residential schools and the cultural impact on survivors and their communities.

From Needles to Nylon: A Journey Through the History of Textile and Clothing Innovations | HackerNoon

Fashion evolves alongside cultural shifts and technological advancements, with fundamental tools like the sewing needle playing a pivotal role in garment innovation.

Michael Halliwell obituary

Michael Halliwell devoted his life to promoting Anglo-German reconciliation, influenced by his experiences during the Second World War.

A First Hundred Days Agenda for Trump's FP

Trump's electoral influence challenges long-standing political assumptions, marking a turning point in American politics.

How redwood logging remade Gold Rush-era San Francisco, but devastated the forest and those who lived there

The redwood lumber industry significantly shaped San Francisco while contributing to the near extinction of California's ancient redwoods.

We need a national STEM Act to stem the risk of a declining America

The establishment of National STEM Week seeks to address STEM illiteracy and promote equitable education opportunities for all students.

This American Girl is 7th in Line for the British Throne

An American could theoretically become Queen of England due to the royal succession rules considering life's unpredictable circumstances.

Karl Marx, Weirder Than Ever

Marx's 'Capital' was initially ignored, leading to efforts for publicity and highlighting the struggle for recognition in the face of societal indifference.

Poland's Gift to the American Republic

The role of foreign revolutionaries, like Kazimierz Pułaski, was pivotal for American democracy during the Revolutionary War.

Editorial | A lesson of love and sacrifice on 9/11 | amNewYork

The legacy of 9/11 shaped national security awareness and marked a shift in societal perceptions of heroism and vulnerability.
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Blame modern decisions, not just ancient history, for economic inequality | Torsten Bell

Historical events have a profound impact on contemporary economic outcomes, according to persistence studies in economics.

Granderson: Praising the Jim Crow era? That's a clear red flag

The Reconstruction era ended not due to achieving equality but a political compromise, leading to the implementation of Jim Crow laws.

Blame modern decisions, not just ancient history, for economic inequality | Torsten Bell

Historical events have a profound impact on contemporary economic outcomes, according to persistence studies in economics.

Granderson: Praising the Jim Crow era? That's a clear red flag

The Reconstruction era ended not due to achieving equality but a political compromise, leading to the implementation of Jim Crow laws.
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This Country Lost an Entire Continent Worth of People During World War II

World War II had far-reaching impacts beyond military casualties, significantly affecting civilian populations through death, starvation, and violence.

So empire and the slave trade contributed little to Britain's wealth? Pull the other one, Kemi Badenoch| Will Hutton

British empire's economic impact overstated by Imperial Measurement report.

Opinion: Remembering the fallen heroes of Normandy's sacred bluffs

The American soldiers buried in Normandy sacrificed their lives in a common, crucial cause to free Europe and defeat Nazism.

The German town that's encrusted in 72,000 tonnes of DIAMONDS

Diamonds in buildings of Nördlingen created by asteroid impact; town sits within a crater.

The Deep State's 60-Year War on Black Americans-and the 2024 Populist Opportunity

The speech at Morehouse College highlighted renewed focus on black Americans by the Democratic Party.

Best USA players of all time - ranked

Former USA players hold significant records for the USMNT, with the current generation failing to match up.
Christian Pulisic and Tim Howard are recognized as some of the best USA soccer players in history.
#presidential-debates

Biden-Trump debate next week: Here are highlights from six decades of presidential debates

Presidential debates have had significant impacts on election outcomes in the past.

What Can We Expect from the Biden-Trump Debate?

Presidential debates have historically played a significant role in influencing public perception and election outcomes.

Presidential Debates in History That Moved the Needle

Presidential debates have a significant historical impact on election outcomes by influencing undecided voters and solidifying public perception of candidates.

Biden-Trump debate next week: Here are highlights from six decades of presidential debates

Presidential debates have had significant impacts on election outcomes in the past.

What Can We Expect from the Biden-Trump Debate?

Presidential debates have historically played a significant role in influencing public perception and election outcomes.

Presidential Debates in History That Moved the Needle

Presidential debates have a significant historical impact on election outcomes by influencing undecided voters and solidifying public perception of candidates.
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Women Across Portland and the US Encouraged to Strike on June 24

Women activists unite on June 24 for gender equality protest.

Why so many California Indians lack the federal recognition given to other Native Americans

The unveiling of a long-hidden treaty between California Indian Nations and the United States showcased the devastating historical impact of broken promises and neglected agreements.
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