May 31, 1911 The RMS Titanic, one of the most iconic ocean liners in history, was launched into the waters of Belfast, Northern Ireland, on May 31, 1911. The Titanic, recognized...

In a world where fitness trends come and go, calisthenics is one form of exercise that has stood the test of time. Calisthenics is a dynamic kind of exercise that can be done by people of all fitness levels....

As summer approaches and the sun's rays grow stronger, it's crucial to use sun protection to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. With so many sunscreen options, choosing the best...

In a society ruled by facts, data, and practicality, fiction serves as a beacon of imagination and creativity. While non-fiction can provide useful information, fiction has a special place in nourishing...

May 24, 1856 Slavery tensions reached a boiling point in the Kansas Territory in the years leading up to the American Civil War. A significant incident occurred: John Brown's nighttime attack on a pro-slavery...

In the realm of unique and captivating creatures, there's one particular amphibian that has been making a splash on the internet—the Titicaca Water Frog. With its loose, wrinkly “scrotum skin,” this...

On May 22nd, 1960, Chile experienced one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded in human history. Known as the Great Chilean Earthquake, or the Valdivia Earthquake, this catastrophic event left...

May 17th, 1954 In a landmark ruling that forever transformed the landscape of American education, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a historic verdict on May 17th, 1954. The Court's decision in the case...

May 16, 1929 The Oscars are awarded for the first time; presented by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In May 1927, the Academy was founded as a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion...

Professor Ben Schmidt's interactive website depicting the obvious gender discrimination against female professors has sparked interest online. Schmidt gathered 14 million reviews and sorted them by the...

April 12, 1961 62 years ago, the first ever human spaceflight occurred. Soviet Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space. Gagarin was a senior lieutenant in the Soviet air force when he and 19...