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An examination of the so-called "Kennedy Curse" and how family members have publicly responded to it.
Logan DeLoye|
The rare but pivotal elections that changed the conversation about American democracy.
Colin Scanlon|
People get a lot wrong about this secretive government agency.
Jake Rossen|
Do members of congress get paid during government shutdowns? And do they get free health insurance? Let’s get to the bottom of some common myths.
Ellen Gutoskey|
On November 5, people across Great Britain celebrate Guy Fawkes Night with bonfires and fireworks. But who was Guy Fawkes and why does he have a celebration named after him?
Claire Cock-Starkey|
From tragic factory fires to toxic food scandals, some safety laws we may take for granted today actually have some pretty unsettling backstories.
Colin Scanlon|
The WPA helped everyone from Jackson Pollock to Louise Nevelson.
Ellen Gutoskey|
These odd architectural features are remnants of a time when people had to pay if they wanted to look outside.
Tim Brinkhof|

Presidents


Mystery


Misconceptions


Chlorine actually has a neutral smell—so if your pool smells strongly of chlorine, it's actually not a good sign.
Eden Gordon|
Did Yoko Ono break up the Beatles, and did they all really hate each other following the band's dissolution? Learn the truth about six major Beatles misconceptions.
Paul Anthony Jones|
June 19 marks Juneteenth National Independence Day. Learn more about the history here.
Jane Alexander|
From "Semi-Charmed Life" by Third Eye Blind to Hanson's "MMMBop," these deceptively cheerful '90s songs hid dark messages behind upbeat music.
Jenny Cohen|
Was Marilyn Monroe a "dumb blonde"? Did she get fired for being difficult? We debunk five common misconceptions about the Hollywood legend.
Paul Anthony Jones|

Royalty


Civil Rights