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Nervous About the Stock Market? History Has Encouraging News for Long-Term Investors.

College student makes history in Division 1 baseball

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The Manhunters' comic history could hold the secret to Lanterns

DC's shapeshifting, genocidal robots create untold story potential for the HBO series.

Closed to the Public Since WWII, a ‘Hidden’ Gallery at London’s Natural History Museum Opens Its Doors Once Again

Animal skeletons, Neolithic tools and pop culture memorabilia are among the dozens of objects to be displayed in the reopened “Nature and Us” exhibition

The Stock Market Is Repeating a Pattern Not Seen in Decades. Here's What History Says Comes Next.

Bearproof stocks: These stocks have a history of holding up when the market struggles

There are some stocks that can buck a downtrend in the broader market.

Ella Beatty Stars as History’s Infamous Axe Murderer in 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story'

Summary Netflix has released the official trailer for 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story' created by Ryan Murphy and Ian BrennanElla Beatty stars as the title character in the anthology’s fourth installment alongside Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca HallThe eight-episode series explores

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The S&P 500 Is Near an All-Time High. Here's What History Says Investors Should Do.

Micron, Sandisk, and SK Hynix: History Says This About the Memory Trio's Rally

Pulisic, Friedel, Dempsey: Best Premier League careers in USMNT history

With the Premier League kicking off and several Americans set to play big minutes in 2026-27, ESPN ranks the best careers by U.S. players in the league.

Walmart Just Posted Its Biggest One-Day Drop Since 2022. History Says What Its Big Drops Have Been Worth.

23 Years Later, Spike's Best 'Buffy' Quote Is Still One of the Greatest Moments in TV History

Spike's best quote sums up his arc as one of the main characters in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Crypto’s biggest rally since 2023: With Bitcoin price at a high, here’s what history, Ray Dalio, and Kalshi predict comes next

Crypto is having an extended three-day rally, and it looks a lot like what happened back in 2023, according to at least one analyst. Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum and crypto-related stocks are up today, starting the week on a high note, amid worries about the grow

38 Years Later, The Best 'Calvin and Hobbes' Mom Quote Is Still Unmatched in Comic Strip History

Calvin's mom from Bill Watterson's Calvin and Hobbes is not as beloved by fans as his dad, but she can he hilarious. Here is her best-ever line.

Yarlington Lodge at The Newt in Somerset blends "little snippets of history with life today"

British studio Richard Parr Associates has renovated a trio of 19th-century buildings at The Newt in Somerset hotel in England, restoring their interiors to nod to the site's past. Named Yarlington Lodge, the buildings are spread across five hectares of rural land at The Newt in

'This star is for Africa' - Angélique Kidjo on making Hollywood Walk of Fame history

The musical icon from Benin tells the BBC about why Africa and Africans are so important to music.

Volcanoes that made history

The first telegram arrived in Singapore on a Monday, sent from the city of Batavia in the Dutch East Indies (now Jakarta, Indonesia). “Terrific detonations from Krakatau (volcanic island),” it reported. Soon afterward: “Stones falling. Village near Anjer washed away.” The wires c

U.S. set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.

Starstruck: NASA Research Shows How Sun’s Ancient History Shaped Earth

At the center of our solar system, the Sun influences every planet that orbits it. In two recent NASA-funded studies, scientists uncovered how ancient events in the Sun’s history may have helped create Earth’s unique climate and driven previously unexplained climatic shifts. In n

These Huge One-Volume History Books Are on Sale for $0.99 Each

Two major one-volume history books published by Penguin are on sale for $0.99 each. The deal ends soon.

Fish DNA in Ozark streams reveals region’s complex geologic history

A fish-finding expedition not only detects unexpected species but also uncovers a living link to Missouri’s geological past.

5 Forgotten Alternate History Movies That Still Hold Up Today

Speculative fiction stories about alternate history make for some fun thought experiments, and these five forgotten films are some of the best.

Mortgage rate history: 1972 to 2026

China's Chang'e 7 moon probe will launch this weekend on the most ambitious lunar mission in history

Update for Aug. 23: Bad weather has pushed the Chang'e 7 launch back considerably, possibly until 2027. Read our delay story . China's moon exploration program is readying an ambitious robotic mission, one composed of an orbiter, a lander, a rover, a hopper, and a wide range of i

Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo now deadliest in country’s history

At least 2,325 people have died from the virus, according to official data, with outbreak on track to be biggest in history The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is now the deadliest in the country’s history, with at least 2,325 people dead, according to gove

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‘The Sun was dark and its darkness lasted for 18 months’ – what we can learn from worst volcanic eruptions in history

A volcanic eruption in 536 kicked off ‘the worst year to be alive’.

Rajamahendravaram’s ode to history in art and sculpture

An artist and sculptor, Hari Thadoju, opened StroCurve, an academy for arts and cultural excellence in Rajamahendravaram city, a century after Damerla opened a similar academy in 1923.

KATSEYE Sets Record On Billboard 200 As “WILD” Debuts At No. 1

KATSEYE has just made Billboard 200 history with their first-ever No. 1 album! On August 23 local time, Billboard announced that KATSEYE’s new EP “WILD” had debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making it the group’s first album ever to top the chart. According to Luminate (form

Watch Van Halen’s Michael Anthony Play ‘Runnin’ With The Devil’ With Jason Bonham

It was the first time in the 16-year history of Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening that a song not found in the Zeppelin catalog was performed at one of their shows

Wirtz and a worst-ever transfer window? Carra's damning Liverpool verdict

Jamie Carragher says he doesn't see where Florian Wirtz fits into the Liverpool team - and the £116.5m German could be part of the worst transfer window in Premier League history.

‘The Odyssey’ Sails Past ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ To Become The Biggest R-Rated Movie Ever

It turns out the biggest R-rated movie in history doesn’t need superheroes, multiverses, or decades of franchise nostalgia. Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has overtaken Marvel’s “ Deadpool & Wolverine ” at the worldwide box office, setting a new record for an R-rated release.

Meet the Festival Director: Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026

As EIFF celebrates its 79th year, Paul Ridd reflects on the value of collaboration and honouring the festival’s history while shaping its future. ]]>

Coinbase-affiliated advocacy group endorses candidates for US midterms

With just over two months until the US general election, Stand With Crypto announced its pick for politicians in its efforts to “elect the most pro-crypto Congress in history.”

Litterboxd: twenty fantastic film felines for International Cat Day

To celebrate International Cat Day, we’re counting off twenty beloved cats and kittens from movie history, from animated Disney icons to purr-fect pals from global arthouse hits.

Hitch-Hikers: Twenty fantastic films inspired by the cinema of Alfred Hitchcock

To celebrate master filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock’s 127th birthday, and his enduring influence on cinema history far and wide, Travis Woods offers up a starter pack of twenty films inspired by the pioneering director.

Nearly a Century Later, Sci-Fi Western Film Serial ‘The Phantom Empire’ Still Feels Like the Future

Cowboys, space queens, and the secret history of… everything? This black-and-white 1935 selection reflects just how long Hollywood has been playing with genre.

Stunning Antiquities and Frida Kahlo’s Home Are Just Some of the Offerings That Have Bolstered Mexico City’s Fantastic Array of Museums

The ancient capital has plenty of artwork and fossils, if that’s what you like. Or tour the writing rooms of a Nobel winner, the fortified home of an exiled Russian revolutionary and towers of skulls

This 18th-Century British Queen Turned King Arthur Into a P.R. Strategy, Drawing on Myth to Promote Her Dynasty's Claim to the Throne

In 1735, Caroline of Brandenburg-Ansbach commissioned a cottage called Merlin's Cave, which linked the German House of Hanover to both Britain’s ancient heritage and its future success

How Did Medieval Builders Construct Complex Cathedrals Before Advanced Mathematics? And More Questions From Our Readers

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Scientists Used A.I. to Design New Viruses. The Technology Could Be a Boon for Medicine, but Experts Worry About Harmful Pathogens

The findings represent the first genomes, or complete genetic instruction books, designed entirely with generative A.I. The resulting viruses attack only bacteria, which could one day help overcome the problem of antibiotic-resistant microbes

Centuries Ago, Europeans Were Plagued by Constant Flooding, With 16 Major Events That Killed Thousands Over the Course of Just Three Years

When researchers went looking for information about the legendary Magdalena Flood, they were surprised to discover that it was just one of many extreme weather events that ravaged the region in the early 1340s

Once the Solar System's Ninth Planet, Pluto Was Reclassified 20 Years Ago. Here's Why Planetary Scientists and the Public Alike Love the Small Icy Body

Pluto is now the most well known of the outer worlds beyond Neptune—and the darling of the solar system

‘Only One of Its Kind’ Jellyfish Museum Astounds Visitors With Awe-Inspiring Displays of Sea Nettles Safely Behind Glass

The museum opened in the spring and was founded by two aquarium experts who fled the Russia-Ukraine war

This 15-Foot Python Is the First Known Snake to Receive Electrochemotherapy for Cancer. Now, She's Officially Free of the Disease

The pioneering treatment makes it easier for traditional chemotherapy drugs to penetrate cancer cells. After the procedure, the reptile, named Jodie Foster, made a speedy recovery

In France, Brutal Summer Heat Waves Are Taking a Toll on the Flowers That Inspired Claude Monet's Most Beloved Paintings

The colorful nasturtiums at the artist's house and gardens have been hit particularly hard this summer as France grapples with a record 52 heatwave days

‘Big Brother’ EPs and Host Julie Chen Moonves on Making 1,000 Episodes, Staying Competitive Against ‘The Traitors’ and the Chances of an All-Winners Season

This week, “Big Brother” will make history by being the first primetime show to hit 1,000 episodes. And in true “Big Brother” fashion, the show is celebrating that milestone with a twisty, one-of-a-kind 90-minute episode that will air Thursday, Aug. 27. “It’s been really interest

New Criterion Closet vid suggests Matthew McConaughey should pivot to ASMR

McConaughey delivered a soothing five-minute narration as he stuffed his bags with favorites from across film history.

An 'Extremely Rare' Half-Male, Half-Female Bird Temporarily Took Up Residence Outside of Chicago

The unusual-looking bobolink is what's called a bilateral gynandromorph. The bird behaved like a male, eventually wooing a mate and raising fledglings

Scientists Gave Dogs MRIs and Learned That They're Surprisingly Good at Distinguishing Between Human Emotions, Even Some Negative Ones

A recent study found that man’s best friend processes positive and negative human emotions differently and can distinguish between fearful faces and those showing sadness or anger

Shipwreck Hunters Discover the Ruins of a British Destroyer That Split in Half During a Tragic Peacetime Accident 118 Years Ago

Minutes after it collided with a 10,000-ton cruiser, the HMS "Tiger" sank to the bottom of the English Channel. Divers and historians have spent the past four years searching for the Royal Navy vessel

A New Personalized Cancer Vaccine Could Keep Skin Cancer From Coming Back, Drugmakers Say

The results, announced this week by Moderna and Merck, could pave the way for a new generation of treatments tailored to individual tumors

USA Fencing’s scrappy plan to make fencing a hit before the 2028 Olympics

Fencing is one of the oldest sports in Olympic history. It’s also one of the least watched domestically. Phil Andrews, CEO of USA Fencing, is on a mission to change that, and with the 2028 Los Angeles Games on the horizon, he’s running out of time. In a masterclass in scrappy bra

These 15 Stunning Photographs Capture All That There Is to Love About the People, Land and Culture of Argentina

See images of the South American country’s charming cities, historic homes, beautiful beaches and majestic mountains

These ‘Extremely Rare’ 17th-Century Drawings Were Astonishingly Well-Preserved. Now They Are on Display for the First Time in Nearly a Century

Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum acquired the drawing book, which has artwork attributed to Rombout Uylenburgh, a celebrated 17th-century Dutch painter whose legacy later fell into obscurity

When a Carpenter in California Found a Nugget of Gold, It Started a Rush Toward Nothing Less Than the Modern World

A new book by historian Nathaniel Philbrick makes the case that James Marshall’s 1848 discovery set in motion events from the Civil War to the rise of Silicon Valley

NASA-Funded Mission to Rescue a Falling Space Telescope Officially Ends in Failure

The commercial LINK spacecraft was supposed to give NASA's Swift observatory a boost, pushing it higher into orbit to extend its life. But after launch, LINK experienced several problems. Swift is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere and burn up by the end of this year

Sangster Directs Hammer Review

Sangster Directs Hammer review: Severin Films focuses on the considerable contribution of writer/director Jimmy Sangster (and actor Ralph Bates) to Hammer horror film history.

How Should the Bayeux Tapestry End? A New Competition Invites Children to Reimagine Its Missing Final Panel

Some historians think the 230-foot-long artwork is missing its final panel, which may have once depicted William the Conqueror's coronation. As the tapestry goes on view in London, students will be drafting endings of their own

Narwhals Sport Iconic Straight, Spiraled Tusks. Scientists Just Uncovered Some of the Eye-Catching Feature's Structural Secrets

The Arctic whales are the only known animals with straight tusks, and ones that consistently twist to the left. New research reveals that the inner layer twists to the right and that the opposing spirals provide strength and help the tusks grow straight

Iran’s government signals fuel price hike on eve of new US sanctions

Prices for food and other items are soaring, and there is a history of unrest, so any increase is being considered.

Nightmare start! Aston Villa concede four first-half goals in thumping by Brighton

Aston Villa produced one of the worst opening 45 minutes in Premier League history on their way to a heavy 4-0 defeat at Brighton.

Cars Communicating Badly Is an Already-Solved Problem

The history of networking is full of tools that repurposed solutions to very different kinds of problems first. Wi-Fi’s origins trace back , in part, to a team of Australian radio astronomers trying to detect signals from evaporating black holes. But the data-processing tools the

Who are the M23 Rebels in eastern DRC?

In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), an armed group known as the M23 imposes its authority on local communities. But what is the history behind this movement?

This new super humanoid outruns and outjumps any human. Its maker is now worth $51 billion

On August 17, Unitree Robotics posted a 30-second video to the Chinese social network Weibo. It showed a headless humanoid named Superman jumping six and a half feet off the ground and sprinting at more than 28 miles per hour—higher and faster than any human in history (Usain Bol

The Marina Operator Taking Over Transmitter Park

The winner of a proposal to add concessions to Greenpoint’s tiny waterfront park has a patchy history.

Volodymyr Zelensky’s other war: Ukraine’s endless struggle with corruption

Corruption has plagued Ukraine for its whole history as an independent state.

From AI tools to alcohol drops: The unexpected forces driving America's crime decline

The U.S. is experiencing one of the steepest and most widespread crime declines in modern history. Researchers aren't exactly sure why — but they have theories: Early research points to a mix of factors — declining alcohol and drug use since the COVID pandemic, AI-fueled policing

Trump administration to revoke up to 200,000 visas of asylum seekers

The Trump administration plans to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourism visas held by people who've sought asylum in the U.S., AP first reported on Monday. Why it matters: It would be the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history and would likely trigger legal challenges.

Trump administration plans to revoke B1, B2 visas of 200,000 asylum seekers

If the action happens, it will be the largest single mass revocation of visas in US history, AP reports.

DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreading exponentially, UN responders warn

As the deadliest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s history continued spreading on Friday, UN responders renewed their urgent appeal for immediate international support, with existing funding for lifesaving work critically low.

The earliest galaxy 'swallowed' by the cannibal Milky Way left a scar at its heart

The Milky Way has something of a torrid and violent history, given that our galaxy has fueled its own growth by cannibalistically devouring smaller galaxies. Now, astronomers have discovered evidence of our galaxy's earliest bout of cannibalism in the form of "scarring" at the he

Trump to award Congressional Space Medal of Honor to Artemis II astronauts

The Artemis II crew will receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor after becoming the first humans in more than 50 years to travel beyond the Moon. Their 10-day Orion mission also carried them farther into space than anyone in history.

NASA is about to launch a powerful new eye on the universe

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope has been cleared for final launch preparations ahead of a targeted August 30 liftoff aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy. The powerful new observatory will probe cosmic expansion, the history of the universe, and distant exoplanets.

How the sun's galactic journey and superflare-filled youth shaped Earth's climate

At the center of our solar system, the sun influences every planet that orbits it. In two recent studies, scientists uncovered how ancient events in the sun's history may have helped create Earth's unique climate and driven previously unexplained climatic shifts.

U.S. plans to revoke tourism and business visas of up to 200,000 foreigners, AP reports

If realized, the move could be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history.

Climate scientists solve monsoon puzzle and warn of risks to fisheries

A new study has reconciled a long-standing paradox in the South Asian summer monsoon cycle. Climate scientists have discovered why geological records from land and sea have told opposite stories about monsoons throughout history and found that rising temperatures over Southern Af

Five ways Europe's heat-wave summer is hot, hot, hot

Temperatures have been off the charts this year in Europe, the continent warming faster than any other continent. Here are five reasons why Europe's summer of 2026 will go down in the history of climate change:

iPhone 18 Pro event date: When Apple announced its event over the last six years

When should we expect the iPhone 18 Pro event, and when will Apple officially announce the date? Apple hasn’t sent invitations yet, but its announcement history gives us a remarkably consistent window.