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Debates over who gets citizenship and what kind of citizenship they get have always been intertwined with race in American history.
Why Are There Seven Days in a Week?
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Both Facebook and Teen Vogue were criticized for news-like content that initially carried no advertising disclosure.
Here’s How Countries in Conflict, Like Iran and the US, Still Talk to Each Other
International diplomacy has found an ingenious solution to the problem of communication between countries that have broken ties.
Building a Digital Archive for Decaying Paper Documents, Preserving Centuries of Records about Enslaved People
Institutional neglect can transform precious records into moldy rubbish.
Despite Deceptive Video, Biden Spoke About Violence Against Women, Not White Nationalism
A 19-second clip was shared widely in the first week of 2020. Its promoters said it unmasked Joe Biden as a white nationalist, but the reality was very different.
Buyers Should Beware of Organic Labels on Nonfood Products
Product labels offer valuable information to consumers, but manufacturers can misuse them to increase profits. This is particularly true for the USDA's organic label.
Lawyers Are Trying to Scare You with Facebook Ads
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