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December 2006

WorldThousands Protest in Lebanon (Dec. 1): Members of Hezbollah and its supporters gather peacefully in Beirut and call for the resignation of Fouad Siniora, the U.S.-backed prime minister. The…

All About Books

  2013 Notable Books for Children Books Inside and Out Types of Literature A Guide to Library Books: The Dewey Decimal System Kids' Top 100 Favorite Books Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children The…

Holidays

Homework Center – Frequently Asked Questions Holidays What holidays do they celebrate around the world? Where can I find out the history of a holiday? When is Easter this year?…

Famous People Born in 1899

The Question: I was wondering if you could send me - or refer me to - a thorough list of prominent Americans born in 1899. Those I'm aware of are Duke…

The Governing of Washington, D.C.

The Question: Does Washington D.C. have a governor? The Answer: The term "governor," in American politics, refers to the head of a state. "Washington" is another…

Headline History-1986

The Question: I am in the 7th grade and I am doing a report on my life story. Can you help me find 10 events that happened in 1986? The Answer: Challenger explosion...Chernobyl disaster... You…

Old Ohio State Capital

The Question: Can you tell me what Ohio's old state capital was? The Answer: Chillicothe, which is located south of the current capital, Columbus, was founded on…

Social Security Card Replacement

The Question: I lost my social security card back in the 1960s. Is it possible to order a replacement card online? The Answer: You can't order a new card online…

White House Bathrooms

The Question: How many bathrooms are there in the White House? The Answer: Thanks for the unusual question. According to the official White House web…

Phish

rock group Vermont-based band known for mixing unconventional lyrics with a spontaneous music style. Like the Grateful Dead, Phish established a reputation of tireless touring and boasts a devoted…