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How Martha Graham Transformed Dance

In a 1985 interview with The New York Times, Martha Graham said that “To me, the body says what words cannot.” And when the legendary dancer and choreographer got her start, many events seemed to defy articulation. Born in 1894, Martha Graham began working as a choreographer and dancer as...

By Savannah Cox Jan 3, 2017

How Martha Graham Transformed Dance

In a 1985 interview with The New York Times, Martha Graham said that “To me, the body says what words cannot.” And when the legendary dancer and choreographer got her start, many events seemed to defy articulation. Born in 1894, Martha Graham began working as a choreographer and dancer as...

By Savannah Cox January 3, 2017
Catherine Horseback
Catherine Horseback

How Catherine The Great Shook Up Europe’s Male Power Structure — And Was Punished For It

It was sexism, not a horse -- as one infamous rumor goes -- that brought down the powerful Russian empress known as Catherine the Great.

By Savannah Cox Jan 2, 2017

How Catherine The Great Shook Up Europe’s Male Power Structure — And Was Punished For It

It was sexism, not a horse -- as one infamous rumor goes -- that brought down the powerful Russian empress known as Catherine the Great.

By Savannah Cox January 2, 2017
Fisher Featured
Fisher Featured

Carrie Fisher: A Life In Photos

Fisher will be remembered for her acting talent and razor-sharp wit. Look back on her storied life with these Carrie Fisher photos.

By Erin Kelly Dec 27, 2016

Carrie Fisher: A Life In Photos

Fisher will be remembered for her acting talent and razor-sharp wit. Look back on her storied life with these Carrie Fisher photos.

By Erin Kelly December 27, 2016
Injured Child Ammo
Injured Child Ammo

Devastating Civil Wars That Make America’s Look Tiny

The United States invaded Russia, Germany tore itself apart over religion, and hunger became a weapon in Africa. These domestic conflicts render America's Civil War puny by comparison.

By Richard Stockton Dec 27, 2016

Devastating Civil Wars That Make America’s Look Tiny

The United States invaded Russia, Germany tore itself apart over religion, and hunger became a weapon in Africa. These domestic conflicts render America's Civil War puny by comparison.

By Richard Stockton December 27, 2016
Marines Navy
Marines Navy

World War I Posters That Reveal The Roots Of Modern Propaganda

These World War 1 propaganda posters courtesy of the U.S. government provide a fascinating look at the America of a century ago in the midst of the Great War.

By John Kuroski Dec 26, 2016

World War I Posters That Reveal The Roots Of Modern Propaganda

These World War 1 propaganda posters courtesy of the U.S. government provide a fascinating look at the America of a century ago in the midst of the Great War.

By John Kuroski December 26, 2016
Moments
Moments

Americans Choose The Ten Most Important Historical Events Of Their Lifetime

A survey asked more than 2,000 Americans about the biggest recent historical events of their lifetimes. It may be the one thing we can agree on.

By All That's Interesting Dec 22, 2016

Americans Choose The Ten Most Important Historical Events Of Their Lifetime

A survey asked more than 2,000 Americans about the biggest recent historical events of their lifetimes. It may be the one thing we can agree on.

By All That's Interesting December 22, 2016
Pants
Pants

A Brief History Of Politically Controversial Fashion

Last week, the population of Britain was freaking out over a pair of pants — a pair of $1,250, wide-legged, brown leather pants. And Prime Minister Theresa May had the misfortune of wearing them. The outcry came so quickly and spread so widely that it even received a name: “Trousergate.”...

By All That's Interesting Dec 20, 2016

A Brief History Of Politically Controversial Fashion

Last week, the population of Britain was freaking out over a pair of pants — a pair of $1,250, wide-legged, brown leather pants. And Prime Minister Theresa May had the misfortune of wearing them. The outcry came so quickly and spread so widely that it even received a name: “Trousergate.”...

By All That's Interesting December 20, 2016
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