History
On this day in 2001: George Harrison, formerly of the Beatles, died of cancer at the age of 58
George Harrison was far more than just "the quiet Beatle" - he was a musical innovator, spiritual seeker, and influential...
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On this day. in 1943: Opening of the Tehrān Conference
The Tehran Conference, held from November 28 to December 1, 1943, was a pivotal diplomatic meeting during World War II...
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On this day in 1895: Nobel Prizes established
The Nobel Prizes, one of the most prestigious awards in the world, trace their origins to the remarkable vision of...
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On this day in 1942: Premiere of Casablanca
Released in 1942, "Casablanca" stands as one of the most iconic films in cinematic history, a masterpiece that transcends its...
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On this day in 2020: Diego Maradona died at age 60
Diego Armando Maradona, widely regarded as one of football's greatest players, embodied both the sublime heights and tragic depths of...
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On this day in 2001: Turkey ratified changes to the country’s legal code that made women equal to men and no longer subject to their husbands
In a landmark decision that reshaped Turkey's social fabric, the Grand National Assembly enacted sweeping reforms to the country's legal...
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On this day in 1936: The first issue of Life was published
The iconic Life magazine made its debut on November 23, 1936, revolutionizing photojournalism and forever changing how Americans viewed the...
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On this day in 1963: U.S. President John F. Kennedy assassinated
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, America's 35th president, left an indelible mark on history as one of the nation's most charismatic and...
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On this day in 1620: Signing of Mayflower Compact
On November 11, 1620, aboard the Mayflower anchored off the coast of what is now Massachusetts, a group of 41...
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On this day in 2017: Charles Manson died in prison at age 83.
Charles Manson (1934-2017) stands as one of America's most notorious criminal figures, whose actions and influence led to a series...
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