As the United States gears up to celebrate its 250th birthday, preparations are underway to preserve history for future generations. On July 4th, 2026, a significant event will take place at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia. A specially designed time capsule will be buried, encapsulating items and records from all 50 states and six...
The history of abolition in New England often overshadows the region’s substantial history of slavery, which significantly influenced the fate of Black Americans during the Revolutionary War. Throughout New England, a writer navigated dirt paths and entered historical homes to uncover the overlooked narratives of enslaved men who battled for freedom on two fronts. As...
Alex Marquardt, formerly of CNN, has confirmed his new role at Al Jazeera English, joining the network based in Washington. Marquardt shared his enthusiasm on social media, expressing admiration for Al Jazeera’s global reporting. Background of Defamation Case Marquardt was involved in a significant defamation case alongside CNN in 2025, initiated by U.S. Navy veteran...
Nineteenth-Century Blue Laws and Culinary History In the 19th century, Indiana enacted stringent “blue laws” to preserve Sunday rest and worship from distractions such as alcohol and even hot dogs. This effort led to the earliest recorded use of the term “hot dog” in print. A passage from the Evansville Courier & Press on September...
Aminah Knight had a plan to celebrate a significant Islamic holiday. She wanted to host a unique party for Muslim families in suburban Dallas—at an indoor water park. Her idea was to mark Eid al-Adha with a swim party, but the initial mosque she approached rejected the notion. They felt a swimming event was not...
Boston is abuzz this summer with celebratory events marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The city expects a massive influx of tourists eager to partake in these historic festivities. A unique venture by two locals aims to bring a taste of the past to the present. Syd Williams, a bar manager, joined forces...
NPR’s legal affairs correspondent, Nina Totenberg, recently caused a stir in the media industry with an incorrect report claiming that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring. She quickly retracted the story, labeling it as “erroneously published.” Despite her extensive journalism career spanning over five decades, Totenberg is no stranger to controversies and mistakes. A...
The Georgia Double Parlor, a renowned miniature diorama by Mrs. James Ward Thorne, represents a 1:12 scale model of a southern plantation manor from the antebellum period. This exhibit, housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases 68 miniature rooms that document the history of interior design. These small rooms are arranged behind windows set...
The aesthetic appeal of federal buildings often stirs public debate. Jim Banks, in his op-ed from June 26, expressed dissatisfaction with the architectural choices for federal structures built after World War II. His admiration for historic buildings and the call for their preservation is commendable. These structures serve as important reminders of America’s history. However,...
Social Media Activism: Challenging Get Refusal Adina Sash, known as Flatbush Girl, uses her internet influence to spotlight and pressure men refusing to grant Jewish divorces. These men, known as ‘get refusers,’ can trap Orthodox women in unwanted marriages. Campaign Against Get Refuser Raphi Stein Recently, Sash was alerted to a man using the pseudonym...