Elizabeth Yuko
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
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- Sep 16, 2026
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Who Invented French Fries? | HISTORY (opens the original)
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Here’s how the humble fried potato became an American staple. From fast food to fancy restaurants, no side dish is as ubiquitous as French fries. The crispy, deep-fried potato sticks have become a fixture of American cuisine and popular culture, as closely associated with Americana as hamburgers and hot dogs. But despite their popularity in the United States, French fries didn’t originate there. Exactly where they were created is surprisingly complicated. Here’s how French fries became an Americ
How Sounding the Shofar Became a Rosh Hashanah Tradition | HISTORY (opens the original)
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The tradition of blowing the ram horn dates back millennia. Jeremy Goldstein and his father, Ronald Goldstein, practice blowing the shofar for Rosh Hashanah in September 2000. Central to the celebration of Rosh Hashanah is the trumpeting sounds of a shofar, an ancient ritual instrument made from the horn of an animal, typically a ram. Beyond the Jewish New Year, Jews blow the shofar during other holidays and religious customs. The four traditional sounds a shofar makes—tekiah, shevarim, teruah a
Why Do Christians Worship on Sunday? | HISTORY (opens the original)
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Today, Sunday is the holiest day of the week for most Christians, but the religion’s earliest followers primarily worshipped on Saturday. Parishioners attend Sunday morning worship at St. Margaret’s Church in Ratlinghope, Shropshire, England, in March 2026. The earliest Christians observed the Sabbath on Saturday. For most Christians worldwide, Sunday is a day of worship. But this might not always have been the case. Here’s what historical and religious records show about the significance of Sun
How Jell-O Salad Rose to Fame—and Fell From Favor | HISTORY (opens the original)
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America's weirdest salad was once the star of the midcentury dinner table. Whether from childhood, sick days or church potlucks, most Americans have memories involving Jell-O. For some families, recipes made with gelatin have been passed down through generations and are served at holiday dinners and other special occasions. Of all the dishes made with gelatin, Jell-O salads—both sweet and savory—are probably the most misunderstood. Recipes combining gelatin with ingredients like sauerkraut, beet
8 Underground Landmarks You Can Visit | HISTORY (opens the original)
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These subterranean destinations from the 19th and early-20th centuries showcase some of America’s hidden history. Cincinnati’s lagering tunnels are one of several underground landmarks across the United States. Most cities have a handful of tourist draws, like museums, historic sites and outdoor activities, that bring visitors to the area. But in some cases, an area’s most interesting attraction might lie below the surface—literally. Underground landmarks can be found throughout the United State
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