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August 19, 2024

'I can imagine this is a tough time for President Biden': Doris Kearns Goodwin

Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses the similarities between this year's Democratic National Convention and the 1968 convention on 'Your World.'

August 15, 2024

Underwater archaeologists discover ancient objects during dive in Bulgaria bay

Researchers in Bulgaria made an interesting find in June when they discovered over 100 glass objects underwater dating to the late 16th, early 17th century.

August 14, 2024

Skeletal remains of man, woman discovered in Pompeii offer chilling details of final moments

In a recent discovery, two skeletons, one of a man and the other of a woman, were found in a small room located in the ancient city of Pompeii.

August 14, 2024

Tim Walz’s unflagging devotion to erasing US history tore down Minnesota's state banner

Democrat VP candidate Tim Walz led a commission to replace Minnesota's state flag earlier this year. The new flag has none of the historical significance of the previous banner.

August 13, 2024

Fans of elusive artist believe Banksy has completed weeklong series of artwork with gorilla silhouette

Banksy, the elusive street artist, has left behind a series of works of art which depict various animals in silhouette and color. Fans have flocked to his recent work to photograph it.

August 8, 2024

On this day in history, August 8, 1974, President Nixon announces his resignation

President Richard Nixon announced he would step down from the U.S. presidency amid the Watergate scandal and a lack of support from Congress on this day in history, August 8, 1974.

August 6, 2024

Explorers unearth ancient Roman artifacts, some relics identified as counterfeits

A group of explorers in Poland discovered ancient Roman coins, which included counterfeits, ceramic tools and pottery, among other items that were given to the University of Lublin.

August 5, 2024

Olympians compete on stunning ancient grounds where Marie Antoinette lived, threw lavish parties

Marie Antoinette, before the plummet of the French monarchy, lived at the Château de Versailles. The palace hosted Olympic athletes at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris.

August 5, 2024

American Culture Quiz: How well do you know state lines, felines and amazing US grapevines?

The American Culture Quiz is a test of the people, places and events that define U.S. heritage. This week's quiz includes actors, divas, tasty dishes — plus state lines, felines and grapevines.

August 3, 2024

Mead, the alcohol better known as honey wine, is 'liquid history in a glass'

Mead, a fermented honey beverage that is older than the wheel, has been known by many different names throughout its millennia of existence. Here are 4 cool facts about it.