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What It Was Like to Live Through the 1970s Energy Crisis
The Arab oil embargo of 1973 sent shockwaves through many parts of U.S. society.
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Inventions Madness: Play Our Bracket Game
Put the contenders—from the lightbulb to the zipper to the credit card—head-to-head.
Spider-Man Origins
Who Is Spider-Man?
Learn how the chemistry between Stan Lee and Steve Ditko turned a radioactive spider bite into an instant hit.
Who Said It?
The one thing that can solve most of our problems is dancing.
-James Brown
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The Start of Spring
Spring Equinox
The spring equinox, or vernal equinox, occurs every March. It marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
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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