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National Medal of Honor Day, March 25, recognizes U.S. military members who have accomplished acts of valor in service. On behalf of Congress, the president of the U.S. awards the Medal of Honor to select military personnel who have remarkable stories of courage and commitment. A 2015 Medal of Honor recipient — Florent “Flo” Groberg, a 40-year-old wounded veteran and …

During the liturgical season of Lent, it is important to remember the Christians around the world who are suffering persecution, especially those in Ukraine, a religious freedom advocate told Fox News Digital. “During Lent, Christians reflect on the suffering of Jesus during his 40 days in the desert,” said Steven Moore. Today based in Ukraine, Moore is a former chief …

April 1 isn’t just for fools; it’s also National Sourdough Day. Sourdough is making a big comeback in American kitchens, and it’s not just about the unique tangy taste. This resurgence taps into deeper cultural and health trends reshaping food relationships. Learn why the sourdough craze has taken the country by storm. Although sourdough bread harkens back to pioneer days …

Spring brings warm weather, blossoming flowers and hard-hitting allergies many of us have to deal with. To keep spring the enjoyable season it should be, an air purifier can help filter out the pollen and dust mites that cause allergy symptoms. Whether you need to stay on a budget, want to clear your home of pet dander or need to …

Which stars of stage and screen were born in the month of March? Which iconic American brand has an informal name for one of its products? Which country blessed the American people with a particularly beautiful gift — and which city houses a popular hall of fame location? Dive into these and other fun questions in this newest American Culture …

A fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City killed 146 people on this day in history, March 25, 1911 — and ushered in a host of new workplace safety reforms. The fire broke out on the 8th floor of the Asch Building, home of the Triangle Waist Company, notes Cornell University’s Triangle Fire online exhibit. The victims …

Pancakes have always been a part of the American breakfast table. Waffles were introduced much later in 1603 and rose to popularity as a crispy golden pancake alternative that you could serve with fresh fruit, whipped cream, and maple syrup. The two have been battling it out to be crowned as America’s favorite breakfast item ever since. The battle of …

King James VI of Scotland ascended to the throne of England as King James I amid high treachery, global warfare and religious turmoil on this day in history, March 24, 1603. His reign shaped the world we live in today. It had a direct impact on New World colonization, English-language art and culture, Christianity and the rise of an independent …

The story of the Jewish holiday of Purim, which commemorates the survival of the Jewish people, has continued to reverberate throughout history, Rabbi Dr. Ari Lamm of New York told Fox News Digital. Lamm is chief executive of BZ Media, which works to “bring together the creative talent and philanthropic resources to produce the best Jewish and Israel content for …

Bestselling author Anthony DeStefano of New Jersey was tired of commercialism and secular culture overrunning the true meaning of Easter — so he wrote a book to “Christianize” the story of the Easter Bunny. “The Story of the First Easter Bunny” tells of a “small bunny with very large ears” who lives with his ailing mother near Jerusalem during the …