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Ai Weiwei
(Encyclopedia) Ai WeiweiAi Weiweiīˈ wāwā [key], 1957–, Chinese artist, architect, filmmaker, and political activist. He is the son of poet Ai Ch'ing, who was internally exiled (1958–76) to work camps…Our Top Stories for the Week of October 3, 2022
It’s been a busy week, from international tensions to health decisions. Who has time to keep track of it all? That’s why we’ve boiled it all down to our top stories of the week. Ukraine/Russia…2022 Winter Olympics: Beijing Preview
What to expect at the 2022 Winter Olympic Games Beijing, China is set to host the Winter Olympics Feb. 4–20, followed by the Paralympic Games from March 4–13. Lunar New Year Celebrations This…Major U.S. Epidemics
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Here's a history of organized labor in the United States 1869 One of the earliest and most influential labor organizations, the Knights of Labor is founded by Philadelphia tailors.…State of the Union Address: Jimmy Carter (January 19, 1978)
Jimmy Carter (January 19, 1978) Two years ago today we had the first caucus in Iowa, and one year ago tomorrow, I walked from here to the White House to take up the duties of President of the United…State of the Union Address: George Washington (November 19, 1794)
George Washington (November 19, 1794) Fellow-Citizens of the Senate and House of Representatives: When we call to mind the gracious indulgence of Heaven by which the American people became a nation…State of the Union Address: James Buchanan (December 19, 1859)
James Buchanan (December 19, 1859) Fellow-Citizens of the Senate and House of Representatives: Our deep and heartfelt gratitude is due to that Almighty Power which has bestowed upon us such varied…October Current Events 2022: Science & Technology News
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