History

Critical Race Theory 21 hours ago

New study claims 'structural racism' played role in Black Death

A new study claims that Black women were the most likely people in London to die from the Black Death in the Middle Ages as a result of the "structural racism" they experienced.

LIFESTYLE 5 days ago

Prehistoric women believed to be hunters, not just gatherers, in new study of hormones and genetics

Newly published research suggests females were doing more than just cooking and taking care of babies in prehistoric times. Women are believed to have been hunters as well.

Florida 6 days ago

WWII gunner identified nearly 80 years after being shot down in France

A U.S. Army Air Force gunner shot down over France in early 1944 has been identified as Franklin P. Hall of the 66th Bombardment Squadron.

This Day in History November 23

On this day in history, November 23, 1859, western outlaw Billy the Kid is born in New York City

One of America's most wanted gunslingers of the Wild West, Billy the Kid, was born on this day in history, Nov. 23, 1859, likely on Manhattan's east side, though much of his early life is unknown.

South Carolina November 22

Charleston, South Carolina elects first GOP mayor since 1870s

Democratic Charleston, South Carolina Mayor John Tecklenburg was defeated Tuesday by William Cogswell, who will become the first Republican to hold the office since Reconstruction.

Thanksgiving November 21

5 facts about the history of Thanksgiving you can share between bites of turkey this holiday

The first Thanksgiving came years before traditions like turkey, parades and football. Even though the first Thanksgiving happened in 1621, it wasn't officially a holiday until 1863.

This Day in History November 21

On this day in history, November 21, 1864, Abraham Lincoln 'pens' letter to Mrs. Bixby

Abraham Lincoln, on this day in history, Nov. 21, 1864, supposedly sent sincerest condolences to Lydia Bixby, who allegedly lost five sons in the Civil War. The letter is not without controversy.

Thanksgiving November 20

The reason Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday isn't plainly obvious

Thanksgiving is not associated with a certain date, but rather a certain day of the week. Thanksgiving always falls on a Thursday and has since the start of the holiday.

LIFESTYLE November 16

On this day in history, November 16, 1907, Oklahoma joins Union as 46th state

Oklahoma joined the Union as the 46th state on Nov. 16, 1907, just 18 years after the feverish Land Run of 1889 brought in tens of thousands of settlers overnight.

Europe November 12

Bleu Royal diamond sold for $44 million at Christie's auction in Geneva, Switzerland

The Bleu Royal diamond was sold from one private collection to another. The whereabouts and purchaser are both unknown, but the diamond is extremely rare and sought after.