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narcotic

(Encyclopedia) narcotic, any of a number of substances that have a depressant effect on the nervous system. The chief narcotic drugs are opium, its constituents morphine and codeine, and the morphine…

Hispanic Heritage Month

  Notable Hispanic Americans Biographies A to Z Athletes Film, Television, and Theater Personalities Leaders and Activists Musicians and Visual Artists…

The Prize

The winnings, the winners by Beth Rowen The Winnings Each winner of a Nobel Prize, which can go to individuals and institutions, takes home a medal, a diploma, and cash, which varies…

Immigrants in the U.S.

Facts about Population, the Labor Force, and Deportation Related Links Notable U.S. Immigrants Immigration Stats The Green Card Immigration Milestones Immigration…

Major Congressional Bills Passed in 2005

See the major bills passed in Congress during 2005. The date indicates when the bill was signed into law by President Bush. February 18, 2005 Class Action Fairness ActMoves many class-action…