History
On this day in 1985: Palestinian statehood was proclaimed by Yasser Arafat
In the tumultuous landscape of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the year 1988 stands out as a pivotal moment, marked by Yasser...
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On this day in 1851: Harper & Brothers published Herman Melville’s masterpiece Moby Dick
Herman Melville's "Moby-Dick" stands as a timeless masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of its 19th-century origin, weaving a complex narrative...
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On this day 2015: Terrorist attacks in Paris
In November 2015, the City of Light was plunged into darkness as a series of coordinated terrorist attacks unfolded across...
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On this day in 2008: Democratic politician Barack Obama became the first African American to be elected president of the United States
In the historic year of 2008, the United States underwent a political transformation, encapsulated by the groundbreaking presidential campaign of...
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On this day in 1957: The Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2, which carried the dog Laika
Sputnik 2 was an iconic milestone in space exploration, launching on November 3, 1957, and forever etching its mark in...
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On this day in 1976: Jimmy Carter was elected the 39th U.S. president
In 1976, Jimmy Carter emerged as a beacon of hope for many Americans, securing the presidency in a time of...
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On this day in 1997: James Cameron’s Titanic had its first public screening at the Tokyo International Film Festival
James Cameron's film "Titanic," released in 1997, remains an iconic piece of cinematic history. The movie revolves around the ill-fated...
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On this day in 2020: Scottish-born actor Sean Connery died at age 90
Sir Sean Connery, born on August 25, 1930, was an iconic figure in the world of cinema. His passing in...
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On this day in 1974: Muhammad Ali knocked out George Foreman in the “Rumble in the Jungle,”
The Rumble in the Djungle is more than a music festival; it’s an immersive experience set against the backdrop of...
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On this day in 1929: Collapse of U.S. stock market prices
The Stock Market Crash of 1929, also known as the Great Crash, was a catastrophic event that marked the beginning...
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