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The first Thanksgiving took place in 1565? The first recorded Thanksgiving meal between the Pilgrims and Native Americans at Plymouth in 1621 may not have been the first of its kind. Some historians say the first actually took place more than 50 years earlier, in St. Augustine. Spanish documents, first highlighted by the University of […]
Veterans Day is observed on November 11 each year. During this time, we honor the veteran population by educating the public about their service, sacrifices and the challenges they face today. The facts and figures section of our 2024 Veterans Day Cultural Connection Toolkit focuses on key statistics and trends. Some highlights include: The poverty […]
Maura Higgins quickly became a household name after she appeared on “Love Island” in 2019 and we’re sure she’ll gain a new legion of fans while she’s in the “I’m A Celeb” jungle. People loved her quick-witted and cutthroat responses, and she’s maintained this entertaining persona through everything she does in life from her social […]
New York, the city that never sleeps and dreams take flight, will always leave you mesmerized with its everlasting charm and warmth. The New York skyline, stunning skyscrapers, and the iconic Empire State Building are some things that quickly paint a picture of the city. But wait, did you know there is more to it? […]
Edward Cullen is 104 years old at the start of the “Twilight” saga so he has a complex history. Before he met Bella Swan, he rejected another vampire several times and earned two graduate degrees. Edward planned to kill Bella and their entire biology class when he first met her in school. Edward Cullen may […]
Do you think teeth are boring or gross? From the iron-laden teeth of Komodo dragons to the horns on unicorns of the sea, the animal kingdom is filled with marvelous dental adaptations that will have you thinking again. Sharks are covered in toothlike scales called denticles Colored micrograph of shark skin showing the complex three-dimensional […]
Native American Heritage Month is observed in November each year. During this month, we celebrate Native Americans by educating the public about their culture, history and challenges they face today. The facts and figures section of our 2024 Native American Heritage Month Cultural Connection Toolkit focuses on population growth and other trends. Some highlights include: […]
Share Copy Link ✓ Link copied to clipboard! A Trump-appointed judge has blocked a last-minute bid from the Republican National Committee to challenge votes in Georgia’s Democratic strongholds. U.S. District Judge Stan Baker, who was nominated to the federal bench by former President Donald Trump in 2017, threw out a claim from the RNC on […]
Source: The College Investor This Halloween’s most terrifying stories have more to do with your money than goblins and zombies. In light of this spooky season, we’re sharing some scary financial statistics and facts about money that could happen to you. But no need to run screaming, we give you a few recommendations to help […]
Twins Matthew and Michael Youlden have developed a unique language called Umeri, spoken exclusively by them. The Youlden twins, originally from Manchester, UK, are known for their linguistic abilities, each fluent in 25 languages. However, Umeri holds a special place in their hearts. They first started creating the language as children, and it has grown […]