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Following the death of George Floyd while pinned by police, protests have erupted across the United States over its treatment of the black community.
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This Day in History
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On this date in 1988, heavy rains struck the southern California town of Blue Jay. Flash…
Birthday of the Day
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Birthday of the Day
Liszt was a revolutionary figure of romantic music and was acknowledged as the greatest…
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Throughout U.S. history, there have been several close presidential races. This top ten closest U.S. presidential elections list is based on the combination of popular vote, electoral vote, and states carried by each candidate.![US Postal Codes]()
Learn the state abbreviations and postal codes. This table is a handy tool for students, business people, and letter-writers alike. Hang it next to your desk, and you'll never again confuse the postal code AL for Alaska instead of Alabama! Or, if…![Air Purifiers]()
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