Michigan 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 3 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.
Mother's Day 4 days ago What is the history of Mother's Day and what made the founder turn against it? Mother's Day has a long history in the United States, having been made an official holiday in 1914. Take a look back at the origins of the day and modern traditions of the occasion.
Ohio 6 days ago Civil War General Sherman's sword among relics headed to Ohio auction next week A sword once wielded by legendary Union Gen. William T. Sherman is among numerous historic relics headed for the auction block next week in Ohio's capital.
LIFESTYLE May 9 On this day in history, May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson issues proclamation creating Mother's Day On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed that mothers should be honored with flags flying at all government buildings. Later celebratory forms followed, including flowers and gifts.
Fox Nation May 8 Sean Hannity traces modern policing back to its Wild West origins in new Fox Nation series Fox Nation's "Outlaws & Lawmen" dives into the history of the Wild West to recapture the stories of heroes and villains who helped shape law enforcement today.