In 1692, strange events in Salem, Massachusetts, led to a deadly witch hunt that still haunts the area today.

A group of determined eighth-graders set out to clear the name of Salem’s last accused witch.
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As Americans prepare to head to the polls, meet three teens who are taking part in the election process.
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Uncover a fascinating true story, have your writing published in JS, and win $250!
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India is poised to become the world’s most populous country in 2023. What challenges will it face?
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An undersea discovery adds a new chapter to one of history’s greatest survival stories—the Endurance.
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Two experts weigh in on the pros and cons of switching between daylight saving and standard time.
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The Danakil Depression in Ethiopia, one of the hottest places on Earth, is home to some unusual, toxic ponds.
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One of the world’s greatest athletes, Jim Thorpe, wins back the honors stripped from him a century ago.
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Those adorable puppy-dog eyes come from special facial muscles dogs have developed to win our hearts.
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More than 400 years after the original Mayflower’s voyage, a high-tech crewless version retraces its route.
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