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September 7

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on autumn amusements and federal firsts

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of autumn amusements and federal firsts.

September 6

Archaeologists uncover house linked to Isaac Newton beside his legendary apple tree

British archaeologists recently discovered Isaac Newton's mother's 17th-century house near Woolsthorpe Manor, uncovering artifacts, including thimbles, buttons and tableware.

September 5

Ancient Egyptian party-town building and relics pulled out in ocean discovery

Archaeologists discovered ancient docks and artifacts from a submerged 2,000-year-old city believed to be an extension of Canopus in Alexandria, Egypt.

September 5

Tourists offered 'first-of-its-kind' chance to stay at historic cathedral with a few rules

Winchester Cathedral is offering its historic deanery as a vacation rental, featuring a 70-foot gallery built for Charles II. The deanery dates back to Henry VIII's reign.

September 4

Kaine sparks backlash after calling Declaration of Independence's God-given rights ‘extremely troubling’

Tim Kaine criticized the founding principle of God-given rights as troubling during a Senate hearing, prompting Ted Cruz and other conservatives to condemn his comments.

September 4

Archaeologists unearth 5,000-year-old 'fairy houses' hidden on scenic Italian island

Italian officials announced the discovery of three ancient "fairy house" tombs on Sardinia, containing Roman-era artifacts and dating to the late Neolithic period.

September 3

Confederate monument dismantled after sparking debate, will be moved to veterans park

A Confederate monument in Edenton was moved after three years of planning and the dismissal of a lawsuit, and officials are emphasizing relocation rather than removal.

September 3

'Remarkable' ancient sun hat, possibly worn by Roman soldier, unveiled for first time

The Bolton Museum recently unveiled what experts call the world's best-preserved ancient Egyptian sun hat. It's believed to have been worn by a Roman soldier.

August 31

Archaeologists find 1,600-year-old churches and mural of Jesus in Egyptian desert settlement

Archaeologists recently discovered two churches at Kharga Oasis in Egypt's Western Desert, providing rare evidence of Christianity's rise during the Coptic period.

August 31

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on fruity fallbacks and tech titans

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of fruity fallbacks and tech titans.