Category Archives: History: United States

Why is it called Black Friday?

This video explains the history and meaning behind Black Friday and its connection to Thanksgiving, retail profits, and consumer shopping habits. It covers the origins of the term, from negative associations in Philadelphia to the modern explanation of businesses moving “from the red into the black.” The video also discusses the rise of Cyber Monday and the shopping frenzy that...

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Journey Into the Deaf World

  • Journey Into the Deaf World

Ben Jarashow talks about the elements of deaf culture from the societal (hearing and deaf communities) and medical perspectives. The application of eugenics and audism is also discussed. Limited slideshow for ASL viewers. Closed Captioned.
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Deep Freeze Has Advantages

The cold weather doesn't only cause problems, according to scientists. Originally published January 2014....

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