Culture

Today You Should Know answers your curious questions about how the world works. Here's everything we've covered (so far) on the topic of culture. Whether you're interested in why soccer isn’t popular in the United States or why Shakespeare is required reading in America, there will definitely be something that satisfies your curiosity about how the world works.

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Why does America use a MM/DD/YY date format?
Why does America use a MM/DD/YY date format?

It’s like an American accent but with calendars.

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Why do we call our parents "Mom" and "Dad"?
Why do we call our parents "Mom" and "Dad"?

Not many folks call their parents “Denise” and “Bill.”

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Why is soccer not a popular spectator sport in the United States?
Why is soccer not a popular spectator sport in the United States?

We Americans sure do like American things.

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Why are motorcycles so loud?
Why are motorcycles so loud?

VROOM!

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Why do we eat cake on birthdays?
Why do we eat cake on birthdays?

Your birthday wish for birthday history has been granted.

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Why is tennis scoring so weird?
Why is tennis scoring so weird?

You’re gonna “love” this one!

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Why doesn't the U.S. use the metric system?
Why doesn't the U.S. use the metric system?

The metric vs. imperial debate has gone on since the inception of the United States. And it begins with pirates (seriously).

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Why do harmonies sound good?
Why do harmonies sound good?

Our brains crave balance, order, and symmetry.

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Why is Shakespeare still taught in high school today?
Why is Shakespeare still taught in high school today?

Plus why labor laws are the reason you were taught Romeo and Juliet in 9th grade.

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