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The Two Disputed Founders of Labor Day

Ahead of next week’s holiday, learn about labor activists Peter McGuire and Matthew Maguire, who have both been described as the “father of Labor Day.”

By Colin McEvoy
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An Astonishing Ocean Discovery Might Have Just Ended the 86-Year Search for Amelia Earhart

By Tim Newcomb
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New Photo Might Be a Clue in Earhart Mystery

By Tim Newcomb
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The Real Barbies Inspiring Margot Robbie's Outfits

By Chelsey Sanchez
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The Man Who Survived Both Atomic Bombings

By Colin McEvoy
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Jane Birkin, the Everlasting Style Icon, Has Died

By Quinci LeGardye

Movies & TV

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The 2024 Oscar Winners and Nominees

By Adrienne Donica and Tyler Piccotti
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Every Best Picture Nominee Is Now Streaming

By Milan Polk
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Griselda Blanco’s Family Sues Netflix for Series

By Tyler Piccotti
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These Are the 2024 Emmy Award Nominees

By Tyler Piccotti
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Meet Mary Austin, the Woman Who Stole Freddie Mercury's Heart

Go inside Freddie Mercury's relationship with Mary Austin, the woman who inspired Queen's song "Love of My Life."
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Music

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Pitbull Is Touring With T-Pain and Lil Jon — Get Your Tix Now!

By Ysolt Usigan
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No Doubt Surprises Fans With Olivia Rodrigo

By Aimée Lutkin
carrie underwood

Carrie Underwood Is Expanding Her Music Empire

By Maggie Horton
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Clara Bow’s Family Reacted to Taylor Swift’s Song

By Gretty Garcia
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15 Famous Country Singers of the Past and Present

By Tyler Piccotti

Trivia

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Why Is the Academy Award Statue Called “Oscar?”

By Colin McEvoy
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Marilyn Monroe Didn't Actually Pose for the First Issue of 'Playboy'

U.S. Money

Which Historical Figures Are on U.S. Money?

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin and 6 Other Artists Who Were Blacklisted in Hollywood During the Red Scare

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Was Christopher Columbus a Hero or Villain?

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