The Rare Silver Dollar Coin That Could Earn You $2 Million
Stumbling across a rare coin is probably pretty exciting, especially if it's worth a lot. Well, there is one silver dollar that could earn you $2 million.
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This Rare Lioness Statue Is The Most Expensive Ancient Artifact Ever Sold
Ancient artifacts can develop our understanding of history, but they can also sell for big bucks. And the rare Lioness Statue is the most expensive ever sold.
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Why Are Massachusetts And Only 3 Other States Called Commonwealths?
Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Virginia are all called commonwealths. Other American states don't have the same designation. Here's why.
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The Reason Why Soldiers Need To Be Tapped Out After Graduation
If you've ever seen a military graduation, you might have noticed that soldiers are tapped out after the ceremony. There are a couple of reasons for this.
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Here's What Habeas Corpus Means And Why It's So Important
You've probably heard the term "habeas corpus" at some point. Maybe you know that it's related to the U.S. Constitution and are wondering what it means.
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Why Do Amish People Not Wear Buttons?
If you've ever been to an Amish community or even soon an Amish person in popular culture or real life, you might have noticed the lack of buttons.
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What's The Difference Between Memorial Day And Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans day are both federal holidays that honored members of the United States Military, but how are they different from one another?
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Minnesota Was The First State To Legalize This Unusual Type Of Cremation
Cremation is the most common form of disposition today, and Minnesota was the first state to legalize this unusual type of cremation in 2003
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The Meaning Of The New York State Flag Explained
New York's state flag depicts Liberty and Justice standing on either side of the Hudson River, with a shield, globe, and eagle also in the design.
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The Tragic Injury Harriet Tubman Never Recovered From
Harriet Tubman is best known for helping enslaved people escape to freedom via the Underground Railroad, and she did so while suffering from a tragic injury.
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The Meaning Of An Upside-Down Flag Explained
There are many rules around how to handle and position American Flags, but a court case determined that an upside-down flag is allowed. Here's what it means.
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What Does The California State Flag Mean?
The California state flag has a grizzly bear on it, but you won't find those in the Golden State these days. Here's what the symbolism means.
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The Myth About JFK You Should Never Believe
John F. Kennedy is remembered as a champion of civil rights, but it was more complicated than that. Here's the myth about JFK you should never believe.
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Why Did It Take So Long For All Women To Be Able To Vote?
It wasn't until the Voting Rights Act passed in 1965 that women of any race who were U.S. citizens could cast their votes in elections without interference.
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Unexpected Cars You Didn't Know Former Presidents Once Owned
From posh limousines and early electric cars to a floating convertible and a "tin can" on wheels, here are some surprising cars once owned by U.S. presidents.
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The Real Reason American Flags Are Backwards On Military Uniforms
There are a lot of rules around proper flag etiquette, so it's strange that American flags are sometimes backwards on military uniforms. Here's the reason.
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5 Unexpected Items The TSA Banned From Carry-On Baggage
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created after the September 11 attacks to prevent dangerous items from being taken aboard planes.
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Here's Why Caskets Are Locked Before A Body Is Buried
You've probably heard of the practice of locking caskets before a body is buried, and you might wonder why we do this. What's there to be worried about?
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Here's What Happens When Someone's Citizenship Is Revoked In The United States
You might have wondered what follows after someone's citizenship is revoked in the United States. It's a rare occurrence, but it does happen.
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The Real Reason Amish Women Pull Their Teeth
You might have heard that Amish women pull their teeth, and maybe you've even seen the results of the practice. And there are a few reasons why they do it.
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How Often Have Presidents Defied Court Orders?
Defying a court order is nothing to take lightly. But over the years, even some United States presidents have done so, albeit for different reasons.
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The Worst Trade War In US History
Donald Trump made waves in 2025 with a trade war that dumbfounded many, but there's still one that remains the worst in United States history.
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Why The Insurrection Act Was Last Used For The 1992 LA Riots
The Insurrection Act was last used for the 1992 LA riots that broke out after the four police officers who brutally beat Rodney King were acquitted.
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What Happened To Kiki Camarena's Wife?
On the day of his abduction, DEA Special Agent Kiki Camarena was supposed to meet up with his wife, but she would never see him again. Where is she today?
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The Bizarre Way The Phrase 'Heil Hitler' Saved Millions Of Lives In WWII
"Heil Hitler" was the defining slogan of the Nazi Party amid its rise to power and horrific war crimes. But it also helped save lives amid the conflict.
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The Resolution That Would Allow Donald Trump A Third Term, But Not Every President
Congressman Andy Ogles proposed a resolution that would allow Donald Trump a third term, but the language is so specific it doesn't apply to future presidents.
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The Common Body Feature That May Increase Your Chances Of Getting Flagged By TSA
The next time you're catching a flight, keep in mind that there's one common body feature that may increase your chances of getting flagged by the TSA.
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