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September 6, 2023

Ronald Reagan Library welcomes 'generous and exciting' $21 million gift from T. Boone Pickens Foundation

The T. Boone Pickens Foundation has donated $21 million to the Ronald Reagan Foundation in California, recognizing the businessman's faith in the president.

August 29, 2023

Maine town's plan to erect world's tallest flagpole delayed again

Plans to construct the world's tallest flagpole in Columbia Falls, Maine, have been delayed for another six months following the extension of a local moratorium on large developments.

August 25, 2023

British Museum director resigns over alleged apathy toward claims of potential mass art theft

Hartwig Fischer, now-former director of the British Museum, announced his resignation Friday as investigators search for hundreds of items that may have gone missing as early as 2021.

August 12, 2023

On this day in history, August 12, 1990, 'Sue' the Tyrannosaurus rex is discovered

The largest and best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex fossil was discovered in South Dakota on this day in history, August 12, 1990. The fossil was dubbed "Sue" after the woman who discovered it.

August 10, 2023

On this day in history, August 10, 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is created: 'Diffusion of knowledge'

The world’s largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, was founded on this day in history, Aug. 10, 1846, after English scientist James Smithson made a generous gift.

August 8, 2023

Man arrested in London after stabbing near British Museum

Police in London have taken a man into custody Tuesday following a stabbing that unfolded near the British Museum, a popular tourist attraction.

August 1, 2023

Visiting Alabama? Attractions and activities to experience while traveling through the Heart of Dixie

There is so much to do and see during a trip to Alabama. If you need some inspiration for your next trip to the state, you can find it in this travel guide.

July 19, 2023

Germany arrests 4 for stealing nearly 500 ancient Celtic gold coins

German authorities on Wednesday announced the arrests of four suspects accused of stealing 483 Celtic gold coins, which were estimated to be from the first century, B.C.

July 15, 2023

Fossil hunter spots 450,000-year-old mammoth tusk while at quarry: 'Sticking out like a sore thumb'

A paleontologist recently discovered a 4-foot-long mammoth tusk while on a quarry dig. The rare find is thought to be 450,000 years old. "I could not believe my eyes," said Jamie Jordan.

July 11, 2023

Philadelphia's First Bank set for renovation, will become museum

The First Bank of the United States, located in Philadelphia, is set to be renovated and converted into a museum dedicated to its role in America's historical economic development.