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U.S. History Secrets of the Constitution What went on behind the scenes when the Framers met in 1787 to draft the nation’s founding document? Here are six things that may surprise you.

World News The War Is Over, the Worrying Begins Two decades after invading Afghanistan, the U.S. has withdrawn and the Taliban have regained power. Many Afghans now fear what lies ahead.

National The Sneaky Truth About Memes Those attention-grabbing images and videos you’re so quick to share may be more powerful than you realize. Here’s what you need to know before you pass them on.

World Where Did All the Stuff Go? The global supply chain has gotten all tangled up in pandemic disruptions. A look at what happened and how it affects you.

National Will the Dollar Go Digital? Some countries, including the U.S., are exploring a new type of money that can be spent only electronically. Is that a good idea?

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