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September 24 Is Going Viral, but What's Supposed to Happen on That Date?

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September 24 is going viral on social media, but many want to know what the date means, and why so many are concerned about the end of the world. Source: Getty ImagesOnline chatter seems to fall into a series of regular patterns. There are death hoaxes, viral screw-ups, and plenty of other trends that seem to pop up with some regularity. Among these trends is one in which a date goes viral because it's supposed to mean that the end of the world is coming. Read More...

Which counties make up the West Country?

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People who live in the South West are more likely to expand the West Country’s bordersMention the West Country to someone and it’s likely to evoke images of rolling farmland and dramatic coastline. But where do the borders actually begin? As with so many historical terms, the definition isn’t precise. YouGov RealTime asked the general public which counties should be included and 72% said Cornwall and Devon, 70% said Somerset and 69% said Bristol. Read More...

Why Is the U.S. Postal Service in Trouble and What Can We Do to Help?

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Here's Why the U.S. Post Office Is in Trouble and What We Can Do to HelpBy Robin ZlotnickUpdated Aug. 6 2020, 1:49 p.m. ET Source: Getty ImagesThe United States Postal Service (USPS) is an essential government service, and it is currently in terrible trouble. The USPS is the only government agency that comes to us most days of the week, which has made a huge difference in our daily lives, especially now during the coronavirus pandemic. Read More...