On June 30, 1908, a massive explosion rocked the skies over Siberia, flattening over 830 square miles of forest. This event, known as the Tunguska event, remains the largest asteroid-related blast in recorded history. Today, June 30 is celebrated as International Asteroid Day to raise awareness about the potential dangers of asteroids. NASA's Operational Land Imager...
Brian Wilson was a musical prodigy who left an indelible mark on American music. His journey was marked by both brilliance and struggle. Wilson's genius was first recognized by Derek Taylor, the Beatles' publicist. This recognition set high expectations for Wilson, pushing him to constantly outdo himself. Wilson's ability to transform simple instruments into somethin...
The U. S. National Archives recently released tens of thousands of documents related to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, his brother Robert, and Martin Luther King Jr. The release was long overdue, but it didn't stop the public from jumping to wild conclusions. Many people believe that Lee Harvey Oswald did not act alone in killing Kennedy. In fact, a recent p...
March 5th has seen its fair share of notable events. Let's start with a significant event in the world of finance and justice. In 2004, Martha Stewart, a well-known figure in the business world, was found guilty of multiple charges related to a stock scandal. She was convicted of conspiring to obstruct justice and lying to investigators about selling her ImClone stoc...
Let's dive back to a important date in history in 1990. On February 7, a big shift happened in Soviet Politics. Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev played a major part. Its was time to introduce a bunch of new policies. Then the Communist Party dropped their 70-year hold on political power. Going way back, the year 1497, Chaos came to art lovers ...
Imagine waking up on a Tuesday morning in 2025, with 344 days left in the year. It's January 21st, and history is about to be made. On this day, the United States reported its first confirmed case of a mysterious virus that had been sweeping through China. A resident of Washington state, who had recently returned from the virus's epicenter, was hospitalized near Seat...
Imagine waking up on January 11th and finding out that something you've been doing for years is actually harmful. That's what happened in 1964 when U. S. Surgeon General Luther Terry released a report saying smoking cigarettes is a serious health risk. This wasn't just any report; it was a game-changer that made people think twice about lighting up. But let's not fo...
You know that warm, fuzzy feeling you get during the holidays? That's what we call the "Christmas Spirit. " It's not something you can see or touch, but you definitely know when it's gone. Imagine Scrooge or the Grinch without it – they're not very nice, are they? The Christmas Spirit is like a superpower. It can make even the grumpiest of people smile. Just think a...
In the crowded world of true crime podcasts, only a few truly stand out. Let's take a look at the best of the year. Season three of "In the Dark" by The New Yorker takes a deep dive into the 2005 Haditha massacre in Iraq. The host, Madeleine Baran, uses secret recordings and classified documents to reveal the truth behind the event. This isn't just about the crime, b...
In 1996, basketball legend Michael Jordan joined an elite group in the NBA by scoring his 25, 000th point. He achieved this feat in just 782 games, second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 691 games. The Bulls celebrated with a win against the San Antonio Spurs, 97-88. Jordan's contribution was significant, scoring 35 points in the game. Let's rewind to 1941. The Chicago B...