LIFESTYLE 3 hours ago On this day in history, May 20, 1927, Charles Lindbergh departs for first solo nonstop flight across Atlantic Aviator Charles Lindbergh took off on his historic transatlantic flight on this day in history, May 20, 1927. He would not land until 33-and-a-half hours later.
VIDEO 1 day ago Archaeologist at Revolutionary War site stresses importance of 'our collective past' at Colonial Williamsburg Dr. Jack Gary, Executive Director of Archaeology at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, shares about the newly discovered Revolutionary War barracks on-site.
Horse Racing 1 day ago Top 5 fastest Preakness Stakes times in the history of the Triple Crown race The Preakness Stakes is the second race in the Triple Crown series, held in Baltimore annually in May. Secretariat has the fastest Preakness Stakes time in the history of the race.
OPINION 1 day ago Civil War taught how to influence news media. It nearly cost Lincoln re-election The idea of using news media to spin a narrative and push a political agenda is hardly new. The Confederate Secret Service used that strategy to try and defeat President Lincoln.
Michigan 4 days ago Remains of 17-year-old soldier killed in Korean War identified The remains of 17-year-old Army Pfc. Thomas A. Smith — who was killed in the Korean War — have been identified, and will be buried in his hometown of Grant, Michigan.
LIFESTYLE 4 days ago Rare pigeon parachute used to carry messages amid WWII found in old shoebox A pigeon parachute that was used to carry messages during World War II and D-Day was found in an old shoebox. The unique item is reportedly at least 80 years old.
Turkey 4 days ago Turkey converts ancient church into mosque, sparking debate on heritage preservation Turkey has converted the ancient Chora church in Istanbul, previously a museum for over 70 years, into a mosque, marking the second major conversion in recent months.
LIFESTYLE 4 days ago Why do we say ‘wear your heart on your sleeve’ and other love-drenched expressions? 3 fun origin stories Why do we say certain popular phrases involving love and emotion? Here are explanations for "It takes two to tango," "Wear your heart on your sleeve" and more.
LIFESTYLE 5 days ago On this day in history, May 15, 1800, President Adams moves federal government from Philadelphia to DC President John Adams ordered the federal government to pack up offices in Philadelphia and move to the new home in Washington, D.C., on this day in history, May 15, 1800.
Food-Drink 6 days ago Rhode Island clear-broth clam chowder offers taste of the sea, Native tradition Rhode Island clear-broth clam chowder is a local culinary tradition that traces its roots to Native Americans who prepared seafood stew before the arrival of cows and creams.