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22 Unbelievable Historical Facts That Weren’t Taught in School

History classes often cover a broad spectrum of events, from ancient civilizations to modern-day politics. However, due to curriculum constraints and the vastness of historical...

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Trump just became first US president to drop the F-bomb on live TV. But he’s not the first to be caught cursing

Donald Trump may have crossed a new line but he isn’t the only potty-mouthed president, a tradition that dates all the way back to Abraham Lincoln

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People Share 29 Facts To Change Your Perspective On History

I know just how weird history can get if you switch up your perspective even a tiny bit. That’s exactly what Zack Budryk helped internet users do with his recent viral thread on Twitter.

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People Share 22 Of The Most Unexpected Acts Of Kindness Throughout Our History

While Ukraine is being invaded by Russia, we at Bored Panda decided to take a look back at the past and remember the moments when people proved they can be there for one another despite the difficult circumstances they were in.

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30 Of The Most Remarkable Historical Photos Colorized (New Pics)

What happens when you stop seeing the world in black and white and add a splash of color?

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Hegseth reportedly orders ‘passive approach to Juneteenth’ at Pentagon

Messaging request for holiday marking Black emancipation comes as Trump administration wages anti-DEI campaign

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On Frederick Douglass, the Declaration of Independence, and Juneteenth

Lucas Morel and Jonathan White channel the insight and vision of Frederick Douglass.

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Juneteenth is the most widely known US emancipation celebration – but it’s not the only one

The federal holiday recognizes when enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas found out they were free. But New York, Ohio, Mississippi and Florida have their own freedom days

The Guardian - US

Parties and proclamations: Juneteenth across the diaspora

While Juneteenth has become the most famous celebration marking the end of slavery, it is far from the only one

The Guardian - UK

What is Juneteenth in the US and how is it celebrated?

It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after the Civil War's end and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.

The Independent UK

Mourners pay respects to late US Rep. Charles Rangel as his body lies in state at New York City Hall

Mourners are paying their respects to former U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel as his body lies in state at New York City Hall

The Independent UK

Trump's military parade is a US outlier in peacetime but parades and reviews have a long history

The military parade commemorating the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary and coinciding with Donald Trump’s 79th birthday will be a new spectacle for many Americans

The Independent UK

9 Dog Names Inspired by Famous Heroes

Finding the perfect name for a new furry friend is no small task—especially when you want it to reflect personality, courage, or a touch of epic flair. Whether your pup is bold, loyal, goofy, or gentle, a heroic name adds charm and character. These dog names inspired by famous heroes…

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Jon Voight praises Trump as the ‘greatest president since Abraham Lincoln’ in LA protests rant

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Jon Voight calls Newsom a ‘lying dog’ over LA protests while heaping praise on Trump

‘He is the greatest president since Abraham Lincoln!’ the 86-year-old Hollywood actor said Tuesday

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Debates over presidential power to suspend habeas corpus resurface in Trump administration

The principle of habeas corpus, a legal phrase, is a simple one: Translated from the Latin as “produce the body,” it provides that a judge may compel prosecutors to supply evidence to determine whether someone has been legally detained or arrested.

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5 Presidents and Their Surprising Favorite Foods

When we think of U.S. presidents, images of power, diplomacy, and leadership come to mind. But behind the scenes, these leaders had personal tastes and cravings just like the rest of us. Some of their favorite foods might surprise you, offering a glimpse into their personalities and preferences. Let’s delve…

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A Virginia museum found 4 Confederate soldiers' remains. It's trying to identify them

Archaeologists in Virginia are trying to identify the remains of four Confederate soldiers who were killed in the Civil War

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Former Harvard president urges people to ‘speak out’ against threats to US democracy

New York Times published a Memorial Day essay by Drew Gilpin Faust as university spars with Trump administration

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20 Last-Minute Decisions That Changed History For Better Or For Worse

Sometimes a decision made in the blink of an eye can even change the course of history.

The Independent UK

Voices: Mea Culpa: ‘He gave it 1,188 per cent’

Our chief pedant, John Rentoul, wrestles with some murky figures in last week’s Independent

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President Lincoln's blood-stained gloves sold for more than €6 million at debt-relief auction

Items worn by President Abraham Lincoln the night he was assassinated have fetched more than €6 million at an auction to pay off a 20-year-old debt incurred by the Lincoln Presidential Foundation.

The Guardian - UK

The UK risks falling apart. Keir Starmer can mend it now – but he doesn’t have much time

The PM has little choice. Unless he brings the fractured nations together, none can move forward, and neither can he, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The Independent UK

Abraham Lincoln’s blood-stained gloves sold as millions raised at controversial auction

The items were separated from a collection that was intended to be available for public display

The Independent UK

Chicago auction house under fire for selling off items on Lincoln’s body the night he was killed

A Chicago auction house will sell some of President Abraham Lincoln’s belongings, including blood-stained gloves he had in his pocket the night he was killed.

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