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10 Events That Defined the Roaring Twenties

10 Events That Defined the Roaring Twenties

Lean Thomas

The 1920s, often referred to as the “Roaring Twenties,” was a decade of transformation and progress. This era was marked ...

7 Things That Are Illegal to Burn in Your Backyard (But Still Burned Anyway)

Ian Hernandez

Plastic Containers and Packaging Materials Plastic Containers and Packaging Materials (image credits: unsplash) Every weekend, millions of Americans toss plastic bottles, food containers, and packaging into their backyard fire pits without realizing they’re breaking federal and state laws. The EPA strictly prohibits burning plastics due to the toxic dioxins and furans released into the air, …

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Why These 3 Zodiac Signs Will Reconnect With Someone From Their Past

Why These 3 Zodiac Signs Will Reconnect With Someone From Their Past

Michael Wood

Taurus: The Loyal Heart Returns Taurus: The Loyal Heart Returns (Image Credits: Unsplash) Taurus folks are often labeled as headstrong ...

The States Where Renewable Energy Is Now Cheaper Than Fossil Fuels

The States Where Renewable Energy Is Now Cheaper Than Fossil Fuels

Lean Thomas

The Solar Revolution Transforms America’s Energy Landscape The Solar Revolution Transforms America’s Energy Landscape (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: just ...

8 Most Affordable Countries Where $1,000 a Month Goes Far

Ian Hernandez

Vietnam: The Emerald Paradise Where Your Dollar Stretches Like Magic Vietnam: The Emerald Paradise Where Your Dollar Stretches Like Magic (image credits: pixabay) In Vietnam, $1,000 monthly transforms you into royalty without the crown. A comfortable apartment in Ho Chi Minh City costs around $300-400, while street food meals run just $1-3 each, making dining …

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Why American Accents Are Disappearing—And Where They Survive

Why American Accents Are Disappearing—And Where They Survive

Ian Hernandez

The Great Leveling: How Mass Media Homogenized American Speech The Great Leveling: How Mass Media Homogenized American Speech (image credits: ...

The 9 Most Underrated Performances Ever—Did You Catch Them?

Ian Hernandez

Adam Driver in “Paterson” (2016): Quiet Genius Hidden in Plain Sight Adam Driver in “Paterson” (2016): Quiet Genius Hidden in Plain Sight (image credits: wikimedia) Adam Driver is a household name thanks to blockbusters and high-profile franchises, but his role in “Paterson” is a soft, slow-burning masterpiece that went under the radar. In this film, …

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How Local Festivals Keep U.S. Traditions Alive

How Local Festivals Keep U.S. Traditions Alive

Lean Thomas

The Economic Engine Behind Cultural Preservation The Economic Engine Behind Cultural Preservation (image credits: unsplash) Local festivals generate over $4.2 ...

Where Americans Are Moving—And Why It Matters

Where Americans Are Moving—And Why It Matters

Michael Wood

The Great Migration Slowdown The Great Migration Slowdown (image credits: pixabay) Move volume (the number of individuals that moved in ...

These 10 Scientific Breakthroughs Were Made by Mistake

Ian Hernandez

Penicillin: The Mold That Changed Medicine Penicillin: The Mold That Changed Medicine (image credits: unsplash) It’s almost unbelievable that the world’s first antibiotic was discovered because of a messy lab. In 1928, Alexander Fleming returned from a two-week vacation to find that a mold called Penicillium notatum had killed the bacteria in his petri dishes. …

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