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How Some U.S. Evangelicals Came To Call Empathy a Sin
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How Some U.S. Evangelicals Came To Call Empathy a Sin

Why do some American evangelicals now say empathy is a sin? A history of Calvinism, culture wars, and how “compassion” got redefined in U.S. Christianity.

by cameron•February 14, 2026
John Tyler’s Grandson and America’s Long Shadow
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John Tyler’s Grandson and America’s Long Shadow

How could a man born in 1790 have a grandson alive in 2024? The story of President John Tyler’s family stretches from George Washington to Joe Biden.

by Hannah•February 14, 2026
Trail Of Tears: A Closer Look At America’s Most Infamous Time
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Trail Of Tears: A Closer Look At America’s Most Infamous Time

American history has plenty of dark points. While, over the years, hardships and struggles have been … Trail Of Tears: A Closer Look At America’s Most Infamous TimeRead more

by Hannah•February 13, 2026
Bear Feeding In Yellowstone National Park Was Once More Popular Than Old Faithful
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Bear Feeding In Yellowstone National Park Was Once More Popular Than Old Faithful

We recently brought you and overview of the beauty that is Yellowstone National Park. It’s by … Bear Feeding In Yellowstone National Park Was Once More Popular Than Old FaithfulRead more

by B R•February 12, 2026
When the Wichita Monrovians Beat the Klan at Baseball
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When the Wichita Monrovians Beat the Klan at Baseball

In 1925, an all‑Black team, the Wichita Monrovians, beat a Ku Klux Klan team 10–8 in Kansas. Here’s what really happened, who these teams were, and why it mattered.

by Jade•February 12, 2026
Prohibition America: The Notorious Bootleggers Who Went Against The Law
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Prohibition America: The Notorious Bootleggers Who Went Against The Law

Despite its name, prohibition America might have been a time in which the most amount of … Prohibition America: The Notorious Bootleggers Who Went Against The LawRead more

by Hannah•February 11, 2026
Secret Space: 5 Things You Might Not Know About The Apollo Program
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Secret Space: 5 Things You Might Not Know About The Apollo Program

Space missions are some of the most fascinating feats of engineering in our history and yet, … Secret Space: 5 Things You Might Not Know About The Apollo ProgramRead more

by Hannah•February 9, 2026
Virginia Christian: 5 Hard Truths Behind Her Execution
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Virginia Christian: 5 Hard Truths Behind Her Execution

The 1912 execution of 17-year-old Virginia “Gennie” Christian exposed race, gender, and justice in Jim Crow Virginia. Here are 5 hard truths behind her case.

by cameron•February 8, 2026
William Faulkner: A Life’s Work
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William Faulkner: A Life’s Work

Known for As I Lay Dying and The Sound and the Fury, William Faulkner is considered one of the greats. … William Faulkner: A Life’s WorkRead more

by Jade•February 6, 2026
Della Reese: The American TV Host Who Paved The Way For Oprah
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Della Reese: The American TV Host Who Paved The Way For Oprah

Breakout stars don’t come along very often and when they do rear their head, they most … Della Reese: The American TV Host Who Paved The Way For OprahRead more

by Hannah•February 5, 2026

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