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On Sarah’s Wiki Corner, you’ll learn something new every day! You never know what topic she’ll cover, but she’ll tell you something about something that may or may not be true (it is from the pages of Wikipedia, after all!) Tune in every day at 4:10, with afternoon host Mark Shuttleworth!

February 27, 2026 – Cancun

Fun Fact Friday: Cancún Didn’t Exist Until 1970 Cancún is one of the world’s most visited beach destinations — but it was essentially invented. In 1970, when construction began, the site had three residents and zero hotels.

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February 25, 2026 – Lunar New Year

Last week marked the start of Lunar New Year — one of the most significant holidays across East and Southeast Asia, celebrated by Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and many other cultures around the world. If you’re not familiar

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February 24, 2026 – Potato Chips

Have you noticed Lay’s potato chip bags looking a little different lately? The iconic brand has just undergone its biggest rebrand in 100 years — and the reason might surprise you. Apparently, 42% of people who enjoy

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February 23, 2026 – Pinnochio

Today marks a special anniversary for animation fans everywhere: it’s been 86 years since Walt Disney’s Pinocchio first graced the silver screen. To celebrate, let’s take a look at the rich history behind one of cinema’s most

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February 20, 2026 – James A. Garfield

We’ve made it to the final day of Before They Were President week, and we’re closing out with one of history’s most fascinating — and tragic — what-ifs. James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United

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February 19, 2026 – Gerald Ford

Before They Were President, Day 4: Gerald Ford Gerald Ford holds a unique distinction in American history — he is the only person to serve as both vice president and president without being elected to either office.

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February 18, 2026 – John Quincy Adams

He spoke eight languages, skinny-dipped in the Potomac every morning, and may have been the smartest man ever to occupy the Oval Office. Before John Quincy Adams became the sixth President of the United States — serving

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February 17, 2026 – Chester A. Arthur

If you judged Chester A. Arthur by his wardrobe alone, you might not peg him as presidential material. The man reportedly owned 80 pairs of trousers and 80 pairs of shoes, changed outfits multiple times a day

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February 16, 2026 – Herbert Hoover

Welcome to Before They Were Presidents Theme Week! We’re kicking things off with Herbert Hoover, America’s 31st President, who served from 1929 to 1933. But long before he entered the Oval Office, Hoover lived a life of

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February 13, 2026 – Bobsledding

As we close out our Winter Olympics theme week, there’s no better way to finish than with one of the most exhilarating events on ice: bobsledding. Like the luge we explored earlier this week, bobsledding’s origins trace

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February 12, 2026 – Speed Skating

Picture this: It’s the year 1000 AD somewhere in Scandinavia. Snow blankets the landscape, rivers have frozen solid, and you need to get to the next village. What do you do? If you’re a resourceful Norse resident,

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February 11, 2026 – Biathlon

When you think of winter sports, you might picture figure skaters gliding gracefully across the ice or downhill skiers carving through powder at breakneck speeds. But there’s one Olympic event that stands apart from the rest—a unique

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February 10, 2026 – Luge

If you think downhill skiing is fast, luge takes speed to an entirely different level. Luge is the fastest sport in the Winter Olympics, combining blistering velocity, razor-sharp precision, and nerves of steel. In luge, athletes lie

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February 9, 2026 – Curling

Welcome to the first post of our Winter Olympics Theme Week, where we’re spotlighting the sports that make the Games so fascinating. We’re kicking things off with a fan favorite that’s often misunderstood—but endlessly strategic: curling. At

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February 5, 2026 – Eddie the Eagle

The 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary gave the world unforgettable athletic moments—but one of the biggest stars didn’t stand on the podium. Instead, he soared into Olympic history simply by showing up. His name was Eddie the

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February 4, 2026 – The Muppet Show

It’s time to play the music and light the lights — The Muppet Show is returning to television tonight with a brand-new half-hour special celebrating the show’s 50th anniversary. The special airs on ABC at 9 p.m.

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February 2, 2026 – Catherine O’Hara

Catherine O’Hara’s career was nothing short of extraordinary. Spanning more than five decades, she built a legacy that crossed comedy, drama, film, television, and voice acting—earning her a place as one of the most beloved and versatile

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January 30, 2026 – Route 66

If you’ve ever dreamed of America’s most famous highway having a soundtrack, Route 66 has you covered. Just outside Tijeras, New Mexico, there’s a stretch of historic Route 66 that quite literally sings. Thanks to carefully spaced

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January 29, 2026 – Superman

In 1978, moviegoers were treated to one of the most iconic films in cinema history: Superman. Starring Christopher Reeve, the film wasn’t just a blockbuster—it was a cultural moment that redefined what a superhero movie could be.

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