History Articles And Galleries That Bring The Past To Life

How The Times Square Ball Drop Became One Of The World’s Most Iconic New Year’s Eve Celebrations

For decades, New York City's Times Square has widely been considered the ultimate place to be on New Year's Eve — thanks to the century-long tradition of the ball drop.

By Austin Harvey Dec 31, 2025

How The Times Square Ball Drop Became One Of The World’s Most Iconic New Year’s Eve Celebrations

For decades, New York City's Times Square has widely been considered the ultimate place to be on New Year's Eve — thanks to the century-long tradition of the ball drop.

By Austin Harvey December 31, 2025

‘I Thought She Would Live Forever’: Inside The Death Of Legendary Actress Betty White

Less than three weeks before her 100th birthday, Betty White died from a stroke at her Los Angeles home on December 31, 2021.

By Austin Harvey Dec 31, 2025

‘I Thought She Would Live Forever’: Inside The Death Of Legendary Actress Betty White

Less than three weeks before her 100th birthday, Betty White died from a stroke at her Los Angeles home on December 31, 2021.

By Austin Harvey December 31, 2025

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44 Historic New Year’s Eve Photos In Color, From The Times Square Ball Drop To Surfing Celebrations

From champagne showers and cigarette smoke to party horns and passionate kisses, these colorized photos prove New Year's Eve parties from the past were just as exciting as those of today.

By Austin Harvey Dec 31, 2025

44 Historic New Year’s Eve Photos In Color, From The Times Square Ball Drop To Surfing Celebrations

From champagne showers and cigarette smoke to party horns and passionate kisses, these colorized photos prove New Year's Eve parties from the past were just as exciting as those of today.

By Austin Harvey December 31, 2025

The Great Brink’s Robbery Of 1950 Was The ‘Perfect Crime’ — Until It Wasn’t

A gang of thieves stole over $1.2 million in cash and $1.5 million in checks and securities from a Brink's building in Boston on January 17, 1950. But even though the culprits thought they were in the clear, they were caught six years later.

By Rivy Lyon Dec 30, 2025

The Great Brink’s Robbery Of 1950 Was The ‘Perfect Crime’ — Until It Wasn’t

By Rivy Lyon December 30, 2025

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Balbir Singh Sodhi, The Sikh Indian Who Was Killed After 9/11 By A Man Who Thought He Was Arab

On September 15, 2001, Balbir Singh Sodhi was planting flowers outside of his Arizona gas station to honor the victims of 9/11 when he was fatally shot from behind by Frank Roque because he was wearing a turban.

By Andrew Milne Dec 29, 2025

Balbir Singh Sodhi, The Sikh Indian Who Was Killed After 9/11 By A Man Who Thought He Was Arab

By Andrew Milne December 29, 2025

Jean Hilliard, The Minnesota Woman Who Miraculously Survived Being Frozen Solid

In 1980, Jean Hilliard froze near Lengby, Minnesota after spending six hours in the cold — but she was miraculously revived with minimal injuries the next day.

By William DeLong Dec 28, 2025

Jean Hilliard, The Minnesota Woman Who Miraculously Survived Being Frozen Solid

In 1980, Jean Hilliard froze near Lengby, Minnesota after spending six hours in the cold — but she was miraculously revived with minimal injuries the next day.

By William DeLong December 28, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown Dec 28, 2025

The Remarkable Life Of Brendon Grimshaw, The Englishman Who Bought A Neglected Island In The Seychelles — And Transformed It Into A Thriving Paradise

Brendon Grimshaw bought Moyenne Island in the 1960s, then spent his life restoring its ecosystem and protecting it from development.

By Ainsley Brown December 28, 2025

Who Was John DeLorean, The Automobile Executive Behind The Back To The Future Car?

The founder of DeLorean Motor Company, John DeLorean built the famed DeLorean DMC-12 car — but things soon went downhill for him.

By Austin Harvey Dec 26, 2025

Who Was John DeLorean, The Automobile Executive Behind The Back To The Future Car?

The founder of DeLorean Motor Company, John DeLorean built the famed DeLorean DMC-12 car — but things soon went downhill for him.

By Austin Harvey December 26, 2025

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11 Historic Events That Took Place On December 25, From Key Military Battles To Disturbing Murders

Charlemagne's coronation, the biggest slave revolt in the history of the British West Indies, and the deaths of Nicolae Ceaușescu, JonBenét Ramsey, and Eartha Kitt all occurred on Christmas Day.

By Ainsley Brown Dec 25, 2025

11 Historic Events That Took Place On December 25, From Key Military Battles To Disturbing Murders

Charlemagne's coronation, the biggest slave revolt in the history of the British West Indies, and the deaths of Nicolae Ceaușescu, JonBenét Ramsey, and Eartha Kitt all occurred on Christmas Day.

By Ainsley Brown December 25, 2025

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44 Vintage Photos Of Christmas In The 1980s, Before The Rise Of Amazon And Social Media

From Teddy Ruxpin and Rubik's Cubes to mail order catalogs and holiday films that are now considered classics, relive the magic of Christmas in the '80s.

By Austin Harvey Dec 25, 2025

44 Vintage Photos Of Christmas In The 1980s, Before The Rise Of Amazon And Social Media

From Teddy Ruxpin and Rubik's Cubes to mail order catalogs and holiday films that are now considered classics, relive the magic of Christmas in the '80s.

By Austin Harvey December 25, 2025