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From burgers rebranded as "Liberty steaks" to the military origins of SPAM and baked beans, explore the fascinating history behind seven classic American cookout staples.
Nitya Rao|
A poem is the reason why Friday before Memorial Day is National Poppy Day.
Eden Gordon|
From Route 66 to Texas Hill Country, these Memorial Day weekend road trips make for unforgettable drives any time of year.
Eden Gordon|
Folklore, literature, and archaeology all play into why leprechauns are often pictured with pots of gold.
Jane Alexander|
From three-day festivals to mariachi bands at dawn, this is how cultures around the world celebrate Mother's Day.
Eden Gordon|
How a historic military victory in Mexico became a cultural phenomenon in the United States.
Eden Gordon|
The way Cinco de Mayo is celebrated may have changed, but the spirit of the holiday remains in the hearts of the Mexican people.
Chelsea Thatcher|
Do you know the truth behind Cinco de Mayo, or do you still believe the pervasive myths?
Chelsea Thatcher|