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Elizabeth Yuko

Elizabeth is a bioethicist and journalist covering politics, public health, pop culture, travel, and the lesser-known histories of holidays and traditions for RD.com. She's always mentally planning her next trip, which she'll base around visits to medical museums or former hospitals, flea markets, local cuisine, and stays in unusual Airbnbs or historic hotels.

13 of the Most Bizarre Events of 2020 (That Have Nothing to Do with the Pandemic)

This year has been exhausting—and really weird.

12 Things U.S. Presidents Have to Pay for on Their Own

Not everything comes for free with the (White) house.

12 Airports That Are Also Overlooked Landmarks

Step back in time to when air travel was glamorous.

15 Words and Phrases That Perfectly Defined 2020

It has been a year unlike any other—and that has spurred the use of new...

12 Everyday Expressions You Didn’t Realize Were Sexist

Words are only one of the many tools the patriarchy uses to keep women down.

12 Ways Coronavirus Changed How We Shop Forever

It's made a difference in both what we buy and how we buy it.

12 of the Funniest Presidential Campaign Slogans in U.S. History

Some of these political slogans definitely do not stand the test of time.

This Is What Happens to Your Dog When You Say “I Love You”

It's not only humans who like to hear those three little words.

11 Sunken Ships Around the World—And the True Stories Behind Them

Because no one can resist tales of a shipwreck.

12 of the Most Beautiful Post Offices in the United States

Featuring everything from classical architectural styles to New Deal-era murals and sculptures, these post offices...

Why Do Dogs Bring Their Food Somewhere Else to Eat It?

They take their food and comfort very seriously.

12 Small Towns with Beautiful Architecture

There are plenty of interesting design destinations across America that aren't big cities!

What Could Happen if the U.S. Postal Service Stopped Delivering Mail

It would mean more than the end of the Restoration Hardware catalogs...

10 Books That Predicted the Future

It's almost as if these authors had a crystal ball to peer into...

14 Things That Could Stay Virtual Forever

As it turns out, some experiences work just as well if not better online.

14 Virtual Tours of Attractions That Were on Your Bucket List

Take the trip of your dreams from the comfort of your own couch.

16 Things Your Kids Will Learn In School That You Didn’t

Some subjects—like geometry and biology—will always make it onto a school's curriculum in almost the...

12 Iconic Photos from Protests That Changed American History

The United States has been built and shaped by rebellions. These images show that there's...

7 Ancient Monuments in the World Built Around the Summer Solstice

The ancient architects who designed these incredible structures knew what they were doing.

The Most Borrowed Books in the History of the New York Public Library

There are a few classics and some surprises among the most checked out books in...

16 Iconic Newspaper Covers That Went Down in History

Memorable news events mean memorable newspaper covers. Here are 16 of the most iconic front-pages...

12 Amazing Asian Americans You Didn’t Learn About in School

Kick-off Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month by learning about some of their incredible...

13 Ways Coronavirus Is Different From All Epidemics Through History

We've seen a variety of pandemics and epidemics throughout history but COVID-19 is something else...

14 Everyday Habits That Could (and Should) Change Forever After Coronavirus

It's a whole new world.

48 Words and Phrases Only Southern People Use

Your vocabulary is about to get a lot more colorful. Let's get a move on,...

Why Is Friday the 13th Considered Unlucky?

These are the reasons behind the superstition about this calendar date—do you believe them?

13 Women CEOs Who Made History

It's now 2020, and while women have been making some impressive inroads, breaking the glass...

The History of 12 Popular Mardi Gras Traditions

The details aren't random. Every bit of this legendary celebration has a story.

45 Secret Quirks of all 45 U.S. Presidents

Even presidents have their secrets.

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