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How Is a 19th-century Obscenity Law Being Used to Ban the Abortion Pill?

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The Comstock Act is suddenly in the public spotlight, and has become the newest weapon in the fight against legal abortion in the U.S.

Check Out the Human Library, Where the Books Are People

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There are no books at this library; instead you check out people. Why? To talk to them and help shatter the stereotypes that divide us.

If a U.S. President Goes to Prison, Does the Secret Service Go, Too?

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Now that former President Donald Trump has been indicted by the Justice Department, what happens to his Secret Service detail if he ends up in prison?

What's the Meaning of the Phrase 'Bane of My Existence?'

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Surely you've heard the phrase "bane of my existence" before. You've probably used it. But where did it come from and what is the meaning behind it?

How 'Algospeak' Subverts Online Shadow Banning

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Social media platforms use algorithms to remove problematic material. "Algospeak" is the workaround and it's broadly influencing everyday language.

The Evil Eye's Ancient Power Still Resonates Today

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Belief in the evil eye has existed since at least 3300 B.C.E. and is found in Jewish, Islamic and Christian cultures of the Mediterranean and Middle East. But why has belief persisted for so long?

When Should You Use 'Then' vs. 'Than'?

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"Then" and "than" have confused some people for ever - probably because they sound alike. However, there's an easy way to know which word to use.

What's the Difference Between Whose and Who's?

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Who's got the lowdown on whose birthday it is today? "Who's" and "whose" are always a challenge to get right, but we've got some pro tips.

Does a Mug Shot Muddy 'Innocent Until Proven Guilty'?

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Former President Donald Trump was arraigned but didn't have his mug shot taken. Why not and what's the deal behind this police photograph?

When Did Jesus Die? Scholars Are Divided

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Jesus's death and resurrection are celebrated by Christians either in March or April, and there is no agreement as to the actual dates of the events. So, when do most scholars think Jesus died?

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