Tag: history
From Barbra Streisand to ‘Zero Dark Thirty’: A (Brief) History of Ties at the Oscars
The Oscars are no stranger to unexpected moments (who could forget the infamous mix-up between "Moonlight" and "La…
Mathematics is undergoing the biggest change in its history
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of mathematics has taken many by surprise. Just…
Women’s History Month, 2026 – The White House
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As we mark Women’s History Month, we…
How our ancestors used mushrooms to change the course of human history
Because they must be there, we just can’t find them. It’s like trying to look for a needle…
‘Darkology’ chronicles the hidden history of ‘amateur blackface’ in America : NPR
In 2013, historian Rhae Lynn Barnes was researching blackface in America when she encountered a stumbling block at…
Celebrate International Women’s Month by watching ONE Championship’s CRAZIEST women’s KO’s in history
In celebration of International Women's Month, ONE Championship recently honored its top female fighters by showcasing some of…
The violent history behind 18th Street, LA’s most notorious gang
18th Street, also known as "Barrio 18," is a notorious and violent gang that originated in the Rampart…
Katharine Burr Blodgett kept an inner struggle out of sight as she made history in the laboratory
Katharine Burr Blodgett’s story is one of resilience, ambition, and inner struggle. Recently, her relatives uncovered a treasure…
Blackberries, BLTs, Wedges of Cheese: A Brief History of Snacks at the Row
The Olsen twins, Ashley and Mary-Kate, have been making waves in the fashion industry with their brand, The…
Presidential Message on Women’s History Month – The White House
As we commemorate Women’s History Month, we take a moment to reflect on the remarkable contributions of American…
How much gold would $1 million buy at different points in history?
Gold prices have a fascinating history that dates back to the early 1900s. Initially, gold prices remained relatively…
Austin mass shooter’s history of spewing hate
The Austin bar shooter, identified as Ndiaga Diagne, had a history of spreading hateful messages online, including derogatory…