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2 months ago

March 15: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported on significant events occurring on the same day across different years, highlighting cultural and historical moments.
Brooklyn
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2 months ago

March 15: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported on significant events occurring on the same day across different years, highlighting cultural and historical moments.
#world-war-ii
Beer
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

April 7: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Supreme Court was outraged by a premature leak regarding an income tax decision.
The Titanic was preparing for her maiden voyage in April 1912.
Admiral Nimitz reported critical losses for Japan's naval forces during the WWII battle of Okinawa.
Boston food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Caretaker of Muncy Farms

A family's journey from war-torn England to rural Pennsylvania highlights the resilience of children and the impact of World War II on families.
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Today in History: June 4, the Tiananmen Square Massacre

Tiananmen Square protests were violently crushed by Chinese troops in 1989.
The U.S. declared war for the first time against Britain in 1812.
The 19th Amendment was approved by Congress, advancing women's voting rights.
The Dunkirk evacuation demonstrated significant military strategy during WWII.
Germany news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Today in History: May 7, RMS Lusitania torpedoed, sunk by German submarine

May 7 marks significant historical events including the sinking of the RMS Lusitania and Germany's surrender in WWII.
London music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Dead Men Do Tell (Funny) Tales: Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat is a surprising musical success blending humor with an intriguing true story from World War II.
#notable-birthdays
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

June 1: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Fishing has commenced at Canarsie. Sheeps Head, Blue, Weak and Black Fish, and also Bass are being caught daily. Boats and Yachts are ready for hire.
NYC music
World news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Today in History: May 31, the Tulsa Race Massacre begins

The Tulsa massacre of 1921 resulted in the deaths of up to 300 Black Tulsans, symbolizing deep-seated racial violence in America.
The first U.S. copyright act was signed into law by George Washington in 1790, establishing important legal protections for creators.
fromPortland Monthly
6 days ago

The Best Summer Events in Oregon

Summer in Oregon is characterized by a plethora of fairs and festivals that celebrate local culture, history, and community spirit through diverse activities.
Portland food
#sports
#architecture
NYC politics
fromPublishersweekly
3 weeks ago

The Great Miscalculation: The Race to Save New York City's Citicorp Tower by Michael M. Greenburg

The 1978 Citicorp Center crisis reveals the importance of selflessness in engineering and the swift actions that can prevent disaster.
NYC politics
fromPublishersweekly
3 weeks ago

The Great Miscalculation: The Race to Save New York City's Citicorp Tower by Michael M. Greenburg

The 1978 Citicorp Center crisis reveals the importance of selflessness in engineering and the swift actions that can prevent disaster.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
120 years ago

Bloody Sunday in 1905

Bloody Sunday marked a pivotal turning point in Russian history, where a peaceful petition for reform ended with a tragic massacre that galvanized public dissent against the tsar.
History
#new-york-city
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: May 22, strongest earthquake recorded strikes Chile

On May 22, 1960, the strongest earthquake recorded struck southern Chile, with a magnitude of 9.5, leading to massive destruction and loss of life.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Small Tennessee town observes 100 years of the Scopes monkey trial' that condemned the teaching of evolution

The Scopes Monkey Trial, as it became known, was a milestone in the eternal battle of rational scientific thought versus belief-based denialism, a conflict that continues to rage a century later.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: May 19, West Virginia's Matewan Massacre

Ten people were killed in 1920 during a gun battle in Matewan, West Virginia, as coal miners fought against security guards for their union rights.
World news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: May 18, Mount St. Helens erupts

On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in Washington, resulting in an estimated 57 deaths or missing. This catastrophic event marked a significant geological disaster.
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: May 16, China's Cultural Revolution begins

On May 16, 1966, the Chinese Communist Party issued the May 16 Notification, criticizing revisionists within the party and marking the beginning of the Cultural Revolution.
Boston Bruins
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

May 12: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Senate Chamber was hung in black, the atmosphere was solemn, and prominent foreign diplomats attended the funeral, highlighting the Chief Justice's significant impact.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 weeks ago

May 7: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

An American gentleman faced disrespect at St. Peter's by neglecting to remove his hat when the Pope passed, resulting in an altercation with French officers.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 weeks ago

May 6: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

"The Chicago Cubs for whom Hack Wilson flashed in 1930 and flivvered in 1931 still have plenty of respect for the strong little mauler from Martinsburg."
Chicago Cubs
#eiffel-tower
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Today in History: January 26, Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna and 7 others die in helicopter crash

January 26 marks significant historical events including Kobe Bryant's passing and the establishment of India's Constitution.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Today in History: January 26, Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna and 7 others die in helicopter crash

January 26 marks significant historical events including Kobe Bryant's passing and the establishment of India's Constitution.
#civil-rights
Boston Bruins
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: March 10, Boeing 737 crash in Ethiopia kills all people on board

March 10 marks significant historical events, including the Ethiopian Airlines crash and the Tibetan uprising against Chinese forces.
LA Kings
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: March 3, Rodney King beaten by Los Angeles police

March 3 is notable for historical events like Rodney King's beating in 1991, shaping discussions on police violence and civil rights.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: February 21, Malcolm X was shot and killed at age 39

Malcolm X was assassinated on February 21, 1965, significantly impacting the civil rights movement.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: February 19, FDR signs order authorizing Japanese-American internment

February 19 marks significant historical events, including the signing of Executive Order 9066 leading to Japanese internment during WWII.
Presidential acknowledgment of past injustices occurred decades later with Ford's proclamation.
Boston Bruins
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: March 10, Boeing 737 crash in Ethiopia kills all people on board

March 10 marks significant historical events, including the Ethiopian Airlines crash and the Tibetan uprising against Chinese forces.
LA Kings
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: March 3, Rodney King beaten by Los Angeles police

March 3 is notable for historical events like Rodney King's beating in 1991, shaping discussions on police violence and civil rights.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: February 21, Malcolm X was shot and killed at age 39

Malcolm X was assassinated on February 21, 1965, significantly impacting the civil rights movement.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: February 19, FDR signs order authorizing Japanese-American internment

February 19 marks significant historical events, including the signing of Executive Order 9066 leading to Japanese internment during WWII.
Presidential acknowledgment of past injustices occurred decades later with Ford's proclamation.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: May 4, four killed during anti-war protest at Kent State University

May 4 is marked by significant historical events including protests, wars, and landmark civil rights actions.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Meet the the LA coroner who shot to stardom after inventing the 'celebrity death'

Noguchi helped change the way the American public thinks about celebrity deaths, moving beyond mere physical examination into public discourse on such matters.
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

British woman now world's oldest person shares secret to long life

Ethel Caterham, at 115 years old, attributes her longevity to avoiding arguments, stating, 'Never arguing with anyone, I listen and I do what I like.'
Retirement
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Workers take to the streets as the world marks Labour Day

This success served as an impetus for further action and mobilisation against workers, especially in the United States.
Europe news
London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

'Suspect' writer Jeff Pope on his 7/7 drama: 'I think that the Met still has questions to answer'

The drama focuses on Jean Charles de Menezes' wrongful death and the subsequent cover-up by the Metropolitan Police.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: April 30, Monica Seles attacked during tennis match

On April 30, 1993, Monica Seles was stabbed during a match by a man claiming to be a fan of her rival, Steffi Graf, highlighting the risks athletes face.
World news
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Chile in Our Hearts

By focusing on the deaths of Charles Horman and Frank Teruggi, Missing raises troubling questions about the U.S. government's role in the Chilean coup and their murders.
US news
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

After Pope Francis's Death, a Papal Election and Conclave is Incoming

The papal betting market has surged with speculation ahead of the upcoming conclave, reflecting a mix of public interest and media narratives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: April 27, deadly tornadoes strike the Southeast

On April 27, 2011, during the four-day 2011 Super Outbreak, 112 tornadoes touched down across the southeastern United States, killing 319 in the deadliest day of tornadoes in the U.S. since 1925.
NYC music
#mlb-history
NYC music
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

April 25: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The devastating forest fires in New Jersey have left over 300 families without means of livelihood, prompting a request for public assistance.
#trump-administration
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

What's new in the JFK files? 4 things to know about the assassination records.

The government released thousands of documents regarding JFK's assassination, but their impact and clarity are still uncertain.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

What's new in the JFK files? 4 things to know about the assassination records.

The government released thousands of documents regarding JFK's assassination, but their impact and clarity are still uncertain.
Film
fromDecider
1 month ago

Stream It Or Skip It: 'Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror' on Netflix, a utilitarian documentary integrating a few moving human stories

The documentary "American Terror" offers personal accounts of survivors from the Oklahoma City bombing, bringing new emotional depth to a well-known tragedy.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SF commemorates 119th anniversary of 1906 earthquake with annual ceremony

San Francisco commemorates the 119th anniversary of the 1906 earthquake with ceremonies that honor the memory of victims and the city's resilience.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

12 famous people who died on the Titanic - and 11 who survived

The Titanic, known as the 'unsinkable ship', tragically sank on April 15, 1912, leading to the loss of over 1,500 lives, highlighting the perilous nature of maritime travel.
New York Islanders
#income-tax
World news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: March 31, Bruce Lee's son accidentally shot to death on movie set

March 31 has historical significance with events like Brandon Lee's accident, the Alhambra Decree, and President Johnson's announcement shaping history.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: Construction starts on new commercial building

Construction began in 1925 on a new commercial building at the corner of Telegraph and Durant Avenues, replacing the Epworth Methodist Church, now housing a Bank of America.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

David Olusoga takes on the female pirates of the Caribbean: best podcasts of the week

We want to tell us about the world-shaping moments we're not taught about, which in this case was the Black Tom 1916 bombing.
London startup
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Dust storm causes deadly highway pileup in Kansas. Here's what to know

"We have a very low level of public awareness of a dust storm and what damage it can cause," said Daniel Tong, an associate professor of atmospheric chemistry at George Mason University who is among the authors of a 2023 paper on dust storm deaths.
Cars
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

March 18: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The panicky flight of capital from Europe increased the gold reserves today to a record high of $15,000,000,000, approximately 58 percent of the estimated world stock.
Boston Bruins
Boston food
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

March 17: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Irish celebrations persist despite weather conditions while recalling their homeland.
Financial implications of Panama Canal treaty payments stir market discussions.
Discovery of Sixth Dynasty ruler's grave sheds light on ancient Egyptian culture.
#politics
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

16 Best Foods To Try At Your Local Renaissance Faire - Tasting Table

Pickles provide electrolytes from sodium, magnesium, and potassium, which become depleted in the body when it's sweating or moving around a lot; two things that you're guaranteed to be doing at faire.
LA food
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

March 12: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Nova Scotians have protested against the colonial consolidation which merges their identity in the Dominion of Canada, prepared to sever ties with Great Britain.
NYC music
Los Angeles
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

California water wars: A century of wrangling over Los Angeles's water

The St Francis Dam disaster in 1928 resulted in significant loss of life and highlighted the consequences of ignoring engineering flaws.
#jfk-assassination
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Clint Hill, Secret Service agent who leaped onto JFK's car after the president was shot, dies at 93

Clint Hill, a Secret Service agent during JFK's assassination, has died at 93, haunted by memories of that day.
Hill's legacy is intertwined with the tragic events of JFK's assassination and its enduring impact on him.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent who tried to shield the Kennedys, dies at 93

Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent who attempted to save JFK during his assassination, has died at 93, haunted by those tragic memories.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Clint Hill, Secret Service agent who leaped onto JFK's car after the president was shot, dies at 93

Clint Hill, a Secret Service agent during JFK's assassination, has died at 93, haunted by memories of that day.
Hill's legacy is intertwined with the tragic events of JFK's assassination and its enduring impact on him.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent who tried to shield the Kennedys, dies at 93

Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent who attempted to save JFK during his assassination, has died at 93, haunted by those tragic memories.
US news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Glitz and history at the border: Laredo throws George Washington a party

The long-standing Laredo-Nueva Laredo ceremony emphasizes enduring cultural ties amid current political tensions.
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
3 months ago

Save money and boredom courtesy of English Heritage's half-term happenings!

Families can immerse themselves in historical adventures at various heritage sites, engaging in activities that connect them with past eras and figures.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

George Tice, Bard of New Jersey' With a Camera, Dies at 86

George Tice, a Navy photographer, captured dramatic images of a helicopter explosion aboard the USS Wasp, which later caught the attention of Edward Steichen.
New York City
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Video. Donald Trump's military salute to the American national anthem

President Donald Trump has chosen operatic tenor Christopher Macchio to sing the national anthem at his inauguration ceremony.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Inauguration Day live stream: How to watch Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony on a TV, phone, or computer

Donald Trump returns as president on January 20, 2025, marking a historic non-consecutive term with unique precedents.
Inauguration Day features traditions like a church service, performances, and lunch as part of the formal transition.
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