Operation Overlord—better known as D-Day—was the largest amphibious invasion in military history.
Why You Should Care About The Census
Every ten years, the United States Census Bureau conducts the Census, which roughly calculates the total number of people who live in the country. While the Census does give us a handy and accurate estimate to work with for the next ten years, the main purposes of the census are ones the common person likely doesn’t even consider.
50 Cognitive Biases You Use Every Day
It’s no secret that communication is one of the most important skills we can have as humans. Ask any employer and they’ll tell you that one of the most valued skills in an employee is effective communication. Not only is it valuable in the workplace, but communication is key to having positive and healthy relationships in your everyday life.
A Weird History Of Presidential Treats
A person’s favorite food can say a lot about their personality. Whether it’s something savory, or a sweet treat, there is usually a story behind someone’s favorite food. That’s why it can be so interesting to learn about what kind of food certain people like, especially when it’s the person running the country.
Where Is Your News Actually Coming From?
As with anything in life, knowledge is power. Yet increasingly, in today’s world of fake news and spambot Twitter trolls, knowledge itself can feel increasingly, infuriatingly subjective and malleable. I often find myself Googling any news story that doesn’t sound ‘quite right’, not to learn more, but to weigh its trustworthiness and see which reputable outlets have covered it. It’s a depressing calculus to repeat each day and feels bleaker still when you realize that most people don’t know who owns their news sources.
Everything About Banned Books In The US
Books are for everyone… or are they? Various books have been banned for decades, and even still today. Do you know how the US is doing on that front?
Your News Source Has An Opinion. This Is The Way It Leans
Each and every day there are hundreds of media outlets fighting for your attention. Some are here to inform you, while others just want you to hear their opinion. So where do you go for the most honest news?
The Incredible Spread Of #MeToo Visualized
Civil rights activist, Tarana Burke founded the #MeToo movement years ago, and it grew exponentially via the hashtag following sexual allegations concerning a top American film producer.
The Science Behind Fake News: A Complete Guide
30% of Americans have shared fake news stories. But how many people know what they share is false?
100 American Political Players And How We React To Them
Here’s a politically charged (or perhaps neutralized) list for you: 100 of the most talked about US political players from 2018 in poster form.