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106 Timeline Facts That’ll Completely Change Your Sense Of History (New Pics)

Time can be surprisingly hard to put into perspective. Cleopatra lived closer to the moon landing than to the building of the Great Pyramids, while Oxford University is older than the Aztec Empire. It honestly doesn’t feel real when you read it, but it’s true. To boggle your mind even…

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Lincoln Documents Allegedly Exposed to 80-Degree Heat Inside Flawed National Mall Exhibit

Rare copies of the Emancipation Proclamation and 13th Amendment, signed by Lincoln, face alleged preservation issues at a new exhibit, raising concerns about document safety and exhibit management.

International Business Times UK

My subway ride with white supremacists

Surrounded by masked Patriot Front members on the DC Metro, I considered what it means to be an American

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Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln: ‘Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe’

Thoughtful preparation before undertaking tasks leads to greater effectiveness. Sharpening one's skills and knowledge ensures success with less effort. This proverb highlights the value of planning and learning alongside action. It encourages continuous improvement and adaptation in all aspects of life. Wise effort, not just hard work, builds the strongest…

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Trump goes on manic 105-post Truth Social free-for-all hours after his July 4 MAGA-fest is beset by weather chaos

Trump’s Truth Social posts ranged from criticizing a federal judge who ruled against him to sharing an photo of actor Macaulay Culkin

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America Was Not Founded by 'Tariff Men,' Contrary to This Painting in Trump's White House

Free trade is "a direct affront to our Founding Fathers," President Donald Trump said during his first presidential campaign.

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On This Day in History, July 5: Amazon founded, Seinfeld premieres, Bikini debuts, Venezuela declares independence, Cape Verde gains freedom

On This Day in History, July 5 highlights pivotal moments that shaped politics, science, culture and global history. From Isaac Newton publishing Principia, Venezuela declaring independence and Algeria gaining freedom to the founding of Amazon, the establishment of the UK's National Health Service and Arthur Ashe's historic Wimbledon triumph, the…

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‘All men are created equal’: America has lost its values. It’s time to go back to the founding text

As the US celebrates 250 years, the Declaration of Independence has been curiously absent. Yet its language on the consent of the governed is more relevant than ever

The Guardian - US

Trump launches US’s 250th birthday celebrations with partisan attack

In speech at Mount Rushmore, US president claims resurgent ‘communist menace’ poses threat to country

The Guardian - US

Burning flags, busty blondes and bison skulls: 50 photographs that capture America at 250

From the gold rush to civil rights, the moon landing to 9/11, the US has always understood, mythologised and sold itself through the power of the still image

The Guardian - UK

On This Day in History, July 2: Civil Rights Act signed, Amelia Earhart disappears, Simla Agreement signed, Men in Black premieres and more

On This Day in History, July 2 witnessed landmark moments that shaped politics, civil rights, aviation, literature and international relations. From the Continental Congress advancing American independence and the signing of the Civil Rights Act to Amelia Earhart's disappearance, the Simla Agreement and the opening of the first Walmart, the…

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US Confidence Collapses before its 250th; US-UK 'Special Relationship' May be Facing Biggest Test since Suez

A survey reveals Americans' mixed feelings about national pride, political divisions, and the future as the US approaches its 250th anniversary, with tensions also affecting the US-UK alliance.

International Business Times UK

Thomas Jefferson’s legacy faces a new reckoning as America approaches its 250th birthday

America’s birth is rooted in his most profound contradiction — the man who proclaimed that “all men are created equal” while being a slaveholder to the end of his life

The Independent UK

Washington DC’s physical appearance has long been a battleground for competing national ideals and presidential visions

Debates over what visitors will see and experience in the nation’s capital city have taken center stage as Americans prepare to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

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Quote of the Day by Nathaniel Hawthorne: “We dream in our waking moments, and...” - Inspiring life lessons on awareness, imagination, and purposeful living from The Scarlet Letter: a timeless guide to understanding yourself and shaping your future

Quote of the Day by Nathaniel Hawthorne: Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804–1864) was one of America's most influential novelists and short-story writers, best known for The Scarlet Letter. A master of psychological fiction, he explored guilt, morality, human nature, and hidden emotions. His works blended deep philosophical insight with powerful storytelling, making…

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Trump mistakes the bully pulpit for bullying leadership — history's villains were never heroes

His admiration for Attila the Hun, Stalin and Hitler reveals a fundamental misreading of power: brute force builds empires that crumble, not legacies.

The Guardian - US

It’s not easy being green: Trump’s botched reflecting pool becomes 2,028ft metaphor

The symbolic power of a stagnant pond beneath Lincoln’s statue has proven irresistible for the president’s critics

The Economic Times

Word of Wisdom by Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman: "Intelligence is not only the ability to reason; it is also the ability to..." - One of the most valuable lessons from Thinking, Fast and Slow shows why remembering the right experience can matter more than acquiring new knowledge every day

The global understanding of human capability changed when Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman introduced his groundbreaking framework on cognitive processing. True mental power extendsfar beyond simple logical calculations or high score achievements on standard academic exams. The revolutionary Daniel Kahneman intelligence theory on memory access and attention control explains how our…

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The white working class knows the American project isn’t working. Here’s why that will never matter to them

Access to power over other racial groups is their preferred political currency

The Times of India

America@250 swathed in red, white, and blue — and green algae

TOI Correspondent from Washington: The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in the US capital was designed to mirror America's greatness. Instead, it is currently redolent of an expensive middle-school science experiment that has gone spectacularly wrong.

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln for Juneteenth: 'Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for...' - the Great Emancipator's inspiring words on freedom for all, equality, liberty and justice

Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln for Juneteenth: Abraham Lincoln's words, spoken during a divided America, underscore the universal nature of liberty. His Emancipation Proclamation paved the way for this freedom, making his message profoundly relevant today as a call for justice and equality for all.

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln 'You can fool all of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you can't fool all of the people all of the time' teaches life lesson on trust in Gen-Z digital era

Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln's quote teaches us a timeless lesson about the power of truth and the limits of deception. It reminds us that while lies may achieve temporary success, they cannot permanently conceal reality. The quote highlights the importance of integrity, critical thinking, and trust in…

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Diane Keaton's photobooth strips match Abraham Lincoln's assassination hat at auction: here's what that tells us about the actress's photographic eye

When the late actor's estate went up for sale, her photographic work raised far more than anyone expected

International Business Times UK

'Neurodegenerative Aging': Trump Sparks Massive Health Panic After Forgetting the Lincoln Memorial Live on C-SPAN

Donald Trump is facing renewed scrutiny over his health after a live C‑SPAN interview in New York showed him stumbling over the name of the Lincoln Memorial and hailing a crowd reaction that appeared largely hostile.

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day: "The future starts today, not tomorrow" what Pope John Paul II knew that most people never learn - here's the wisdom that can change how you live today

Quote of the Day: "The future starts today, not tomorrow" carries a timeless success mindset. Pope John Paul II understood what modern productivity, leadership, and personal growth research keeps proving. Small actions shape long-term results. Dreams stay ideas without action. Every habit, decision, and opportunity starts now. The future is…

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