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Quote of the day by Gordon Granger for Juneteenth: 'The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a Proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are. ..' - the Union Army officer's General Order No. 3 marked the end of slavery in Texas
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (288+ words) The announcement came two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation during the American Civil War in 1863. While the proclamation freed more than 3 million enslaved people living in the Confederate states, more than 250, 000 enslaved African Americans in Texas…...
Is the stock market open on Juneteenth?
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (88+ words) inkl Is the stock market open on Juneteenth? - The stock market will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. - Because Juneteenth is a U. S. holiday, many international stock markets will remain open. - Major banks such as Chase, Wells Fargo and…...
Juneteenth 2026: History, significance and everything you need to know about the holiday marking the end of slavery
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (505+ words) Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, is one of the most important commemorative days in the United States. The holiday marks the end of slavery in the United States. In 2026, Juneteenth continues to be celebrated nationwide through parades, cultural events, educational…...
ENDO 2026 Study: DEHP Plastic Chemical Found in Medical Devices and Toys Linked to Lifelong Anxiety After Early Exposure
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (495+ words) According to Science Daily's June 17, 2026 coverage, Medical Xpress, and the Endocrine Society's ENDO 2026 press release, male rats exposed to DEHP during the prenatal and immediate postnatal developmental period exhibited elevated anxiety behavior as adults " even after all DEHP exposure had…...
Psychology explains why people often seem more attractive when they make you laugh, and what affect it has on you
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (540+ words) Imagine meeting someone for the first time at a party. They may not be the most conventionally attractive person in the room, yet within minutes they have you smiling, laughing, and feeling at ease. By the end of the conversation,…...
Daily Guess The Timeline Game #085 (Jun 16, 2026)
1+ week, 1+ day ago (234+ words) inkl Daily Guess The Timeline Game #085 (Jun 16, 2026) Guess the Timeline is the ultimate history trivia challenge that tests your sense of "when" just as much as your "what." Whether you're sorting major global events, the milestones of a famous life,…...
Houseplant hacks: does fish tank water work as fertiliser?
1+ week, 1+ day ago (197+ words) The problem Houseplants need liquid fertiliser, but this can be expensive. Fish tank owners, meanwhile, produce litres of nutrient-rich water during water changes, which then gets poured away. Could it feed houseplants instead? The hack Water from a freshwater aquarium…...
DTLR coupon codes for June 2026
1+ week, 2+ day ago (481+ words) Yes, orders over $75 will be eligible for free shipping to the 48 contiguous US states. Orders usually take 2 days to be delivered, but can take up to 3. If your order is under $75, the cost of shipping will be determined by your…...
A Woman Dies of Plague in New Mexico as Summer Brings Higher Risk of the Ancient Disease Across the American Southwest
1+ week, 2+ day ago (404+ words) "We extend our heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of the woman who passed away due to plague," said Erin Phipps, state public health veterinarian for NMDOH. "This tragedy emphasizes the need for heightened community awareness and for taking…...
Daily Guess The Famous Person Game #089 (Jun 15, 2026)
1+ week, 2+ day ago (251+ words) How well do you know famous people? Guess the Famous Person will test your knowledge of history, politics, entertainment, science, and pop culture. With every guess, you'll discover whether you matched six key clues about the mystery figure: their era,…...