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Bruce Springsteen, Joni Mitchell, and Marvin Gaye all wrote songs about the Vietnam War.

From a now-regretted counter-counterculture anthem to an oft-misunderstood ’80s hit to the song that allegedly got its singer followed by the CIA.

Kenneth Partridge
Did your state make the cut?

Prodigy Education ranked the most game-obsessed states based on the number of establishments, events, and search trends related to the hobby.

CaLea Johnson




The ACLU regularly argues cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.

The group was founded during World War I to defend Americans’ First Amendment freedoms. Over the years, that mission has taken some unexpected turns.

Shaunacy Ferro




















“Snow White” doesn’t always feature a poisoned apple.

Scholars believe the tale—which has versions around the world—represents everything from the pain of motherhood to childhood jealousy (and some even think it might be based on real history).

Faye Keegan