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Justice Social Science
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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a skilled opera singer. elaborate

In some jurisdictions, it's illegal to own only one guinea pig; they need a companion to avoid loneliness. elaborate

Communication Social Science
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The average person spends about 70% of their waking hours communicating. elaborate

The word "power" has its roots in the Latin word "potentia," meaning "ability" or "capacity." elaborate

Urbanization Social Science
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More than half the world's population now lives in urban areas. elaborate

Migration Social Science
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Some monarch butterflies migrate up to 3,000 miles, a journey longer than their lifespan, meaning no single butterfly completes the entire migration. Their offspring continue the journey. elaborate

Demographics Social Science
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The global median age is increasing. elaborate

Education Social Science
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The world's first university, the University of Al Quaraouiyine, was founded in 859 CE in Fez, Morocco. elaborate

Identity Social Science
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Identity theft is a surprisingly common crime, affecting millions annually, and not just involving financial accounts. It can also involve medical records and even social media profiles. elaborate

Governance Social Science
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The ancient Greek city-state of Athens is considered by many to be the birthplace of democracy, a form of governance. elaborate

Politics Social Science
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The longest filibuster in US Senate history lasted over 24 hours, by Strom Thurmond in 1957 against a civil rights bill. elaborate

Conflict Social Science
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The word "conflict" comes from the Latin "confligere," meaning "to strike together." elaborate

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