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On Sept. 10, 2008, the Large Hadron Collider at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) was powered up for the first time, successfully firing the first beam of protons through its 17-mile underground ring tunnel. Also on this date: In 1608, John Smith was elected president of the Jamestown colony council in Virginia. In 1846, Elias Howe received a patent for his sewing machine.

History

fromChristianpost

4 months ago

This week in Christian history: Luis Palau NYC event draws 60,000, Thomas More executed

Throughout the extensive history of the Church, numerous events of lasting significance have occurred, marking anniversaries of impressive milestones and tragedies.

History

Retirement

fromwww.independent.co.uk

6 months ago

Ethel from Surrey, 115, is now world's oldest living person

Ethel Caterham, born in 1909, is now the world's oldest living person after the previous record holder's passing.

Women in technology

fromtime.com

7 months ago

Breaking the Gender Barrier May Be New For Space Tourism, But Not For NASA Missions

Blue Origin's upcoming flight features an all-female crew, marking a historical moment, but lacks media coverage compared to past space missions.

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This Day in Braves History: Greg Maddux wins fourth-straight NL Cy Young Award