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25 Facts About The West Wing

'The West Wing' rose above early doubts to become one of most celebrated shows of its era, winning four consecutive Outstanding Drama Series Emmys.

That Time Hawaii Tried to Join the Japanese Empire

Hawaii’s ties with Japan are strong today, but they could have been much stronger if King Kalākaua's secret plan to form a political alliance had succeeded in 1881.

5 Facts About Larry the Cat, the UK’s Chief Mouser

According to 10 Downing Street, Larry "spends his days greeting guests to the house, inspecting security defenses, and testing antique furniture for napping quality."

5 Fabulous Facts About Jackie Kennedy

Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was one of our country's most stylish and elegant icons for decades, but she was no empty, aloof beauty.

8 Things You Might Not Know About Warren G. Harding

Twenty-ninth president Warren G. Harding had a code name for his genitals—and a big family secret that was revealed nearly a century after his death.

Peppa Pig Used Sexist Language in a 2009 Episode, According to the London Fire Brigade

The British children's show 'Peppa Pig' is causing controversy again. This time, the London Fire Brigade is calling out it out for sexist language.

A Nubian Goat Named Lincoln Was Just Sworn in as the Mayor of Fair Haven, Vermont

Lincoln the Nubian goat beat out more than a dozen animal candidates to become honorary mayor of Fair Haven, Vermont.

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has passed away at the age of 87.

15 Memorable Ruth Bader Ginsburg Quotes

Supreme Court justice, feminist, and all-around badass Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away on September 18, 2020.

11 People You Didn't Know Were Girl Scouts

Sixty-four percent of women in civic, corporate, and political leadership roles in the U.S. are alumnae of the Girls Scouts of America—including these famous faces.

The European Union Wants to End Mandatory Daylight Saving Time by 2021

Citizens of the European Union may not have to worry about when to change their clocks for much longer—Daylight Saving Time could be abolished in Europe in a few years.

25 Things You Might Not Know About Thomas Jefferson

Our nation's third president bribed a reporter and kept a pet mockingbird. For more on Jefferson’s life, accomplishments, and controversies, take a look at this assembly of 25 facts.

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46 Amazing Facts About All 45 American Presidents

Read on to discover which American president wanted to be a concert violinist, which carried a dictionary around in his pocket, who burned his official White House portrait, and why Joe Biden's dog is making history.

Sandusky, Ohio Is the Latest City to Announce It Will Stop Observing Columbus Day

Instead of getting a day off in October, municipal workers in the city will get a day off in November, on Election Day.

The Best and Worst Political Campaign Songs (But Mostly the Worst)

Campaign songs can make or break a candidate's image. Here are some memorable choices, from self-penned threats to a Van Halen power ballad.

Rosa Parks receiving the Congressional Gold Medal.

8 Inspiring Facts About Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks is best known for her historic arrest, but that's not the only accomplishment she should be remembered for.

The Government Shutdown Is Forcing Couples to Change Their National Park Wedding Plans

Even summer 2019 weddings have been affected.

13 Fascinating Facts About Kamala Harris

Being a pioneer is nothing new for Kamala Harris. Here’s what you need to know about the Vice President.

The Lavender Scare: When the U.S. Government Persecuted Employees for Being Gay

During the Lavender Scare, an estimated 10,000 LGBTQ people were pushed out of U.S. government and military positions.

Shirley Chisholm led a groundbreaking career.

12 Facts About Shirley Chisholm, the First Black American Woman to Run for President

Nearly 50 years after becoming the first Black American woman to run for president, Shirley Chisholm is still making headlines.

Craft Beer is the Latest Casualty of the Government Shutdown

Things are officially out of control.

27 Facts About Theodore 'Teddy' Roosevelt

Our 26th president was a man of action who chased down boat thieves, knocked out an armed man, helped save football, and inspired the teddy bear.

National Parks Are Piling Up With Poop and Trash Because of the Government Shutdown

Without federal employees watching, visitors are leaving garbage—and their feces—everywhere.

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8 Things You Might Not Know About Andrew Johnson

Abraham Lincoln's successor—and the first United States president to be impeached—liked to tend to a family of mice.

8 Things You Might Not Know About Woodrow Wilson

The 28th president kept a flock of sheep on the White House lawn.

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