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a brief history of how the hashtag started and how it has evolved

A Wild History Of #Hashtags

Hashtags seem like such a normal part of our culture that I almost didn’t believe that they were first invented in 2007. It seems like there is a hashtag for everything from reality TV shows, to really important current events.

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Important Facts to know about WWI by the numbers

Everything You Should Know About WWI

World War I (also known as The Great War or the War to End All Wars back when humanity thought there wouldn’t be a second one of these) was so deadly and catastrophic that people probably wondered if there was going to be any civilization left after it.

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St. Patrick’s Day’s Surprising Origin

Every year millions of people around the world gather to celebrate St. Patrick’s day with green beer and “kiss me I’m Irish” shirts. Even still, how many would actually be able to say who St. Patrick was or if he was a real person? Here are some interesting holiday facts you can bring out during your St. Patty’s bar crawl.

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describing different beauty tips in ancient times and how they can be used today

Beauty Tips From Ancient History

Have you ever wondered why Cleopatra was once considered the most beautiful woman? Maybe it’s because she bathed in milk regularly. This may sound funny, but it’s no joke. Milk baths are said to be incredibly beneficial to your skin because it contains properties that will break down dead skin cells.

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Some of the favorite foods from former U.S. presidents

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.

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The Surprising History Of Beer

Once upon a time, if you described “beer” as one of your hobbies or as a ‘lifestyle’, you would likely be termed an alcoholic. Yet nowadays, with craft beer festivals, tours, and even marathons abounding around the world, beer seems to be everywhere. That makes this the perfect time to learn all about its origins, don’t you think?

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What You Should Know About Kwanzaa

Although Kwanzaa is a relatively new holiday in the United States, it is still an important cultural holiday for many people. Observed from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a celebration of heritage often observed in addition to Christmas and New Year.

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