When Americans Redesigned the American Flag. See the ideas submitted for adding two new stars to represent the states of Alaska and Hawaii.

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When Patriotic Movies Go Awry. A story that illustrates America's mood one year will seem to be ridiculous propaganda when the political winds change.

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What Happens as Baseball Players Age? A look at the physiological changes that even the most fit bodies go through in their 20s, 30s, and 40s.

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12 Renter-Friendly Decor Hacks. Imagination and clever products let you make temporary changes.

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Meet Potato, the Stumpy Cat. She's blind and suffers from deformities, but found the love of a generous caretaker.

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A Fiber-Optic Star Ceiling in the Nursery. How one guy accurately recreated the night sky during his daughter's birth.

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The Beautiful Absurdities of Philosophical Thinking. If what matters varies by viewpoint, is anything at all important?

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For Independence Day, Enjoy 13 Uniquely Different Versions of "Star And Stripes Forever."