Stewart, Gail

Discusses the history of Liberia, with an emphasis on the causes and effects of the civil war there.

Examines the historical and political situation which led to the dividing of Germany, the problems caused by this change, recent events such as the lowering of the Berlin Wall, and possible future developments.

Explores the mystery surrounding the occurrence, location, and heroes of the Trojan War.

Describes the important and often hazardous job of offshore oil rig workers.

Discusses the psychological aspects of peer pressure and presents situations illustrating how peer pressure can influence a young person's actions.

Discusses hoaxes that people have thought up to fool others for a variety of reasons, including the Cardiff Giant, George Washington's nurse, and the Howard Hughes hoax.

Four teenagers convicted of violent crimes recount the bad decisions and misfortunes that got them in trouble and their progress towards stopping their destructive behavior.

Discusses the careers of such women as Gracie Allen, Lucille Ball, Whoopi Goldberg, Roseanne, and Ellen DeGeneres and the impact they had on comedy.

Presents contrasting viewpoints on the following questions: "How serious a problem are gangs in the United States?" "What factors encourage gang behavior?" and "How can gangs be eliminated?".

History, trivia, and fun through photographs and articles present life in the United States between 1900 and 1909.