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Discover the Civil War origin behind the phrase "hold the fort," from General Sherman’s battle signals to popular gospel hymns.
The movie 'A Hard Day's Night' paved the way for the TV sitcom 'The Monkees,' which led to the success of the real band The Monkees.
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Discovered beneath the rubble of Ground Zero, a severely damaged Callery pear tree survived 9/11. Discover the incredible story of the Survivor Tree's recovery, return to the Memorial, and living legacy.
These plants have very real histories of healing and harm.
A German educator in the 1800s compared children to plants, and kindergarten was born!
The no. 1 most popular Girl Scout cookie reigned supreme in a whopping 24 states.
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How an irritating acquaintance became shorthand for a computer glitch.
The story of Orpheus and Eurydice is one of the most adapted in history. We examine eight versions crafted over the course of millennia.
Learn the moving story behind the daily white rose birthday tradition at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
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Discover the last remaining section of the original World Trade Center subway concourse—a forgotten 1970s corridor preserved inside NYC's modern Oculus hub.
There have been so many memorable parents in movie history. How well do you remember the ones of the 2000s?
The 1950s were a time when hearty breakfasts came into style, after having to ration food during World War II.
The lack of restrictions travelers faced before September 11, 2001, seems almost unbelievable today.
Streaming may be convenient, but kids today are deprived of some experiences to which older generations can all relate.
Waking up at 3 a.m. can feel eerie. Explore the spiritual meanings and beliefs associated with this mysterious middle-of-the-night wake-up.