During Shark Week, millions of viewers tune into the week-long Discovery Channel event to learn about one of the most mysterious creatures known to man. Shark Week likely involves some nail-biting, face-making and shuddering while viewers sit on the edge of their seats, anticipating the next moment during the celebrated annual event. Discover the origins... Read More

John Gotti likely laughed about the nickname “Teflon Don,” much the same way he laughed off the fact that authorities seemed unable to convict and incarcerate him. Learn how John Gotti rose through the ranks of organized crime, earning the nickname “Teflon Don.” Teflon Don’s Early life John Gotti grew up in New York, the... Read More

The thrill of a roller coaster ride often excites old and young alike at amusement parks and fairs around the world. Some people travel to different areas just to ride the latest, tallest or fastest roller coaster. The creation of the first roller coaster in the United States occurred in the 19th century. Learn when... Read More

When Levar Burton starred in the ABC miniseries Roots in 1977, few people likely realized the impact that Roots would have. Millions of people watched the capture, enslavement and subsequent unfolding of the life of Kunta Kinte. The recent remake of Roots stars Malachi Kirby as Kunta Kinte. It presents a more realistic presentation of... Read More

John Adams served two terms as Vice President under George Washington, eventually winning the presidency. Why did President John Adams serve in Washington D.C. instead of the capital at the time- Philadelphia? Discover details about John Adams’ move to Washington D.C. on June 3, 1800, making him the first U.S. President to live in the... Read More

Alexander Hamilton recently came back to life again in the hit Broadway production “Hamilton.” With a record-breaking 16 Tony Award nominations, the production brings interest in Alexander Hamilton into the modern-day limelight. With “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda playing the lead role, people likely come away from seeing Hamilton on Broadway knowing much more about Alexander... Read More

Do you think of Memorial Day as a day for BBQ, hot dogs, ice cream and the first day to wear white shoes? Then you will likely be surprised to know that none of these has anything to do with the original purpose of celebrating Memorial Day. Discover the true reasons for celebrating this holiday... Read More

Pope John Paul II, elected to succeed Pope John Paul I, assumed the position of Pope on Monday, October 16, 1978. He nearly lost his life when a would-be assassin fired from a crowd in St. Peter’s Square. Learn more about the shooting which happened on May 13,1981 and the surprising events that took place... Read More

Mother’s Day is not a modern-day celebration. However, the American version of Mother’s Day has its origins in the early 20th century. Discover the origins of ancient and modern-day celebrations of this day in the United States and across the globe. Early Celebrations Of Mother’s Day Ancient Mother’s Day celebrations did not honor every mother,... Read More

Born at 17 Bruton St in 1926 in London to the Duke and Duchess of York, the parents of Elizabeth II later became King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Her father, Prince Albert, and mother, Elizabeth gave birth to Elizabeth II while Albert’s father King George V reigned. Baptized Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, few likely imagined... Read More