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The Hidden Labyrinth Beneath the Inca Capital
Maze-like passageways hold secrets in the heart of the ancient Inca Empire.
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The Sweet Origins of Candy Land
Eleanor Abbot Invents Candy Land
During early 20th-century polio outbreaks, retired teacher Eleanor Abbott invented Candy Land to entertain children in the hospital ward.
Who Said It?
The world of the future is in our making. Tomorrow is now.
-Eleanor Roosevelt
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The Start of Spring
Vernal Equinox
During the vernal equinox, the length of day and night is nearly the same. In the Northern Hemisphere, it signals the start of spring.
These Ancient Sites Align With the Sun at Spring Equinox
Humans have a long history of capturing the passage of time by tracking the position of the sun.
6 Spring Equinox Rituals That Celebrate Renewal
Balancing eggs. Exploding snowmen. A serpent of light. Around the globe, spring’s arrival is celebrated with unique traditions.
Inside the Japanese Tradition of Cherry Blossom Viewing
Much more than just picnics under pretty pink trees, the national pastime of hanami is deeply entwined with the country’s national identity, spiritual beliefs and artistic traditions.
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The Courage of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment
The 1st Rhode Island Regiment broke barriers in the Revolutionary War as the first predominantly Black unit in the Continental Army.
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