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Today in History: February 17, House elects Thomas Jefferson president over Aaron Burr

Today in History: On February 17, 1801, the U.S. House of Representatives broke an electoral tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, electing Jefferson president; Burr became vice president. On…

John McCarthy February 17, 2024

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Today in History: February 16, Fidel Castro becomes premier of Cuba

Today in History: On February 16, 1959, Fidel Castro became premier of Cuba a month and a-half after the overthrow of Fulgencio Batista. On this date: In 1862, the Civil…

John McCarthy February 16, 2024

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Color Plays A Huge Role

The color was an important and integral part of the ancient worldview, and up to the present day, many signs and superstitions are associated with various shades. If you enjoy…

John McCarthy March 25, 2023

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Nazi Gold Sparks Dutch Village Treasure Hunt

OMMEREN — Muddy holes dot the ground in a Dutch village where a map allegedly showing the location of Nazi loot buried in World War II has triggered an invasion…

John McCarthy January 19, 2023