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You May Have Trouble Finding a Copy of Fruit Fly. Here's How to Read It Right Now

The buzzy satirical thriller takes on obsession, publishing, privilege, and authenticity.

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Dolores Huerta

Dolores Huerta is an activist and labor leader who co-founded what would become the United Farm Workers.

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Michael J. Fox Waited to Share He Has Parkinson’s

By Adrienne Donica, Rachel Chang

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Taylor Frankie Paul’s Scandals, Explained

By Catherine Caruso

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Inside JD Vance’s Friendship with Charlie Kirk

By Tyler Piccotti

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24 Influential Hispanic Americans Who Made History

By Daisy Hernandez, Biography.com Editors, Ale Russian

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Notable Now

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Elizabeth Holmes

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Dolly Parton

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Sandra Bullock

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Nicole Kidman

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True Crime

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What Happened to Lizzie Borden After Her Murder Trial?

Lizzie Borden lived lavishly after being found not guilty, but lost friends, status, and even her sister.

By Catherine Caruso, Barbara Maranzani

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All About Lindsay Clancy and Her Murder Trial

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Lizzie Borden

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Where Is Mackenzie Shirilla Now?

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Who Is Agostino Abbatiello?

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Tyler Robinson and the Charlie Kirk Case

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Shanna Gardner and Mario Fernandez Murder Trial

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D4vd’s Murder Case, Explained

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What Happened to Mica Miller?

People You Should Know

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Meet 14 LGBTQ Rights Activists Who Have Shaped History and Inspired Generations

Harvey Milk, Audre Lorde, and Elliot Page are just a few LGBTQ rights activists who fought for equality.

By Catherine Caruso

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17 Figures of the American Revolution

By Catherine Caruso

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40 Famous Inventors Who Changed History

By Jamie Ballard

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How These Famous Arab Americans Made History

By Catherine Caruso

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15 Famous Veterans Who Served in the U.S. Military

By Catherine Caruso, Rachel Chang

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Athletes

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Lionel Messi

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Where Is Raygun Now?

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How Shawn Michaels Bounced Back From Years of Addiction

LeBron James

Musicians

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Who Is Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis?

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Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton Share a Special Bond

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Inside Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers' Friendship

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The Story Behind “I Will Always Love You”

Culture

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The Everyday Heroes of 9/11

By Sara Kettler

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Did Christopher Columbus Actually Discover America

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Carly Simon Was by Jackie Kennedy's Side When She Died. Inside Their Surprising Friendship

By Rachel Chang

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Meet Usha Vance: JD Vance’s Wife Is Also a Lawyer

By Sara Kettler

Scientists

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Jane Goodall

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J Allen Hynek: The Man Who Made Us Watch the Skies

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dr. lise meitner

8 Female Scientists Whose Discoveries Were Credited to Men

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Marie Curie

Political Figures

Courtroom Scene for Aaron Burr's Charge of Treason

Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr Uncharacteristically Joined Forces During America's First Tabloid Murder Trial

Vice President And Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris Delivers Concession Speech At Howard University

11 Groundbreaking Women in U.S. Politics

Jackie Kennedy Posing for Film Crew

Jacqueline Kennedy's White House Restoration

Washington And Hamilton

How George Washington Handled Alexander Hamilton

Activists

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Who Really Founded Labor Day?

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Gloria Steinem

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The Women Behind the 19th Amendment

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How Gilbert Baker Created the Rainbow Pride Flag

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The Latest

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How Lucille Ball Became Carol Burnett’s Mentor

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How Mr. T Got His Tough-Guy Persona

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What to Know About ‘Monster’ Season 4

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Marilyn Monroe and Her Mom’s Troubled Relationship

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Inside O.J. Simpson’s Failed Prank Show Juiced

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Gloria Steinem’s Undercover Playboy Bunny Story

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8 Dolly Parton-Inspired Fashion Finds to Shop

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There’s a Sale on “ACOTAR” Ahead of New Releases

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How to Get Tickets to See Harry Styles at MSG

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Jonas Brothers Fans Can Shop Nostalgic Merch Now

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What Inspired Dolly Parton to Write “9 to 5”?

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Dolly Parton and Carl Dean’s Private Marriage