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Operation Jade Helm: The Conspiracy Theory That Presaged Our Post-Truth World

In the summer of 2015, a routine U.S. military exercise called Jade Helm 15 led to mass hysteria over an imminent invasion of Texas. Now, we might know why — and the reason is frightening.

By Marco Margaritoff • Feb 14, 2020

Operation Jade Helm: The Conspiracy Theory That Presaged Our Post-Truth World

In the summer of 2015, a routine U.S. military exercise called Jade Helm 15 led to mass hysteria over an imminent invasion of Texas. Now, we might know why — and the reason is frightening.

By Marco Margaritoff • February 14, 2020

Priest Bans Pro-Choice Lawmakers From His Church, Claiming Abortion Is Worse Than Child Molestation

Rhode Island Rev. Richard Bucci said that at least sexual abuse "doesn't kill anyone."

By Natasha Ishak • Feb 14, 2020

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Priest Bans Pro-Choice Lawmakers From His Church, Claiming Abortion Is Worse Than Child Molestation

Rhode Island Rev. Richard Bucci said that at least sexual abuse "doesn't kill anyone."

By Natasha Ishak • February 14, 2020

National Archives Blurs Out Anti-Trump Signs From Photo Of Women’s March

The non-partisan U.S. agency showcased the iconic 2017 march in a heavily altered image, which obscured signs referencing the president and "female anatomy."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 21, 2020

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National Archives Blurs Out Anti-Trump Signs From Photo Of Women’s March

The non-partisan U.S. agency showcased the iconic 2017 march in a heavily altered image, which obscured signs referencing the president and "female anatomy."

By Marco Margaritoff • January 21, 2020

Did Pope Benedict XVI And Pope Francis Really Have Those Heart-To-Hearts From The Two Popes?

With great tension between these two Catholic leaders, the true story behind The Two Popes certainly didn't involve the pizza-eating, soccer-watching hangouts that the Netflix movie depicts.

By Natasha Ishak • Jan 15, 2020

Did Pope Benedict XVI And Pope Francis Really Have Those Heart-To-Hearts From The Two Popes?

With great tension between these two Catholic leaders, the true story behind The Two Popes certainly didn't involve the pizza-eating, soccer-watching hangouts that the Netflix movie depicts.

By Natasha Ishak • January 15, 2020

North Korean Mother Faces Jail For Saving Children Instead Of Kim Family Portraits From House Fire

Now, this mother can't even get antibiotics to treat her children's burns because she's under investigation by the state.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 13, 2020

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North Korean Mother Faces Jail For Saving Children Instead Of Kim Family Portraits From House Fire

Now, this mother can't even get antibiotics to treat her children's burns because she's under investigation by the state.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 13, 2020

Urban Blight, The Son Of Sam, And The Birth Of Hip Hop: 28 Photos Of The Bronx In The 1970s

While white flight reduced the Bronx's population by 30 percent during the 1970s, much of the borough literally burned to the ground.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 23, 2019

Urban Blight, The Son Of Sam, And The Birth Of Hip Hop: 28 Photos Of The Bronx In The 1970s

While white flight reduced the Bronx's population by 30 percent during the 1970s, much of the borough literally burned to the ground.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 23, 2019

When He Was 95 Years Old, Former President Jimmy Carter Was Still Building Homes For The Needy

Even after a cancer diagnosis, hip surgery, and 14 stitches to the head, Jimmy Carter didn't let age or illness keep him from building houses with Habitat for Humanity.

By Katie Serena • Nov 27, 2019

When He Was 95 Years Old, Former President Jimmy Carter Was Still Building Homes For The Needy

Even after a cancer diagnosis, hip surgery, and 14 stitches to the head, Jimmy Carter didn't let age or illness keep him from building houses with Habitat for Humanity.

By Katie Serena • November 27, 2019

23 Facts You Didn’t Know About Jimmy Carter, From UFOs To Elvis Presley

Brush up on your knowledge of the 39th president of the United States with these little-known Jimmy Carter facts.

By Katie Serena • Nov 22, 2019

23 Facts You Didn’t Know About Jimmy Carter, From UFOs To Elvis Presley

Brush up on your knowledge of the 39th president of the United States with these little-known Jimmy Carter facts.

By Katie Serena • November 22, 2019

Harold Wilson: The Pipe-Smoking People’s Prime Minister Who Kept A Photo Of The Queen In His Wallet

The Lion of the Labour Party, Harold Wilson forged a close relationship with the Crown to focus on the working class and lead Britain through its "Golden Age of the Welfare State."

By Andrew Milne • Nov 20, 2019

Harold Wilson: The Pipe-Smoking People’s Prime Minister Who Kept A Photo Of The Queen In His Wallet

The Lion of the Labour Party, Harold Wilson forged a close relationship with the Crown to focus on the working class and lead Britain through its "Golden Age of the Welfare State."

By Andrew Milne • November 20, 2019

New Ohio Bill May Allow Students To Give Wrong Answers On Science Tests For Religious Reasons

Critics of the bill argue that it could let students off the hook for putting down scientifically inaccurate answers.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 19, 2019

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New Ohio Bill May Allow Students To Give Wrong Answers On Science Tests For Religious Reasons

Critics of the bill argue that it could let students off the hook for putting down scientifically inaccurate answers.

By Natasha Ishak • November 19, 2019