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October 7, 2019

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U.S. News

My Mother Is an Addict

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U.S. News
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The opioid epidemic is ravaging the lives of young people like Layla Kegg who are trying to cope with their parents’ addictions.

Article
History

Goodbye, Columbus?

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History
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Some cities and states are replacing Columbus Day with a celebration of Native American culture. What’s the best way to acknowledge the explorer’s complicated legacy?

Article
U.S. News

Is Social Media Ruining Nature?

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U.S. News
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Scenic spots around the country are becoming overcrowded—and experts are blaming Instagram influencers.

Article
History

Showdown at the Wall

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History
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Chris Gueffroy, age 20, made a desperate bid to escape over the Berlin Wall—just months before it came crashing down 30 years ago.

Article

Should Colleges Still Require the SAT/ACT?

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Two experts weigh in on the issue.

Article

Cartoons

Cartoons about fires in the Amazon, the opioid crisis, negotiations with the Taliban, and more

Article
Life and Culture

Braving a Volcano for Food

Life and Culture

During an annual Indonesian festival, villagers try to catch offerings thrown into a volcano by other people.

Article
Science and Tech

Sea Spies?

Science and Tech

The U.S. government is looking to aquatic creatures to alert us to danger.

Article
Science and Tech

Teen Repellent

Science and Tech

Using high-pitched sounds to prevent vandalism by young people

Article
Life and Culture

Numbers in the News

Life and Culture

Quirky stats about the Fortnite World Cup, a new Harry Potter-themed ride, planting trees in Ethiopia, and more

Article
World News

War & Peace

World News

The most and least peaceful countries in the world

Article
World News

Paid to Do Nothing

World News

A job in Sweden that requires only punching in and punching out

Article
Life and Culture

Ethical Dilemma: Gas Station Gaffe

Life and Culture

If someone mistakenly gives you more than you paid for, should you pay the difference?

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