November 2010 | History

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

“Make history by sharing yours” plus 3 more

Make history by sharing yours
Gamecocks kick history's rear this season
History To Open Times Square Shop, Hawking 'Pawn Stars,' 'American Pickers' Merchandise
Islands fear "end of history" due to climate changes

Posted: 30 Nov 2010 04:21 PM PST

THE Johor Heritage Foundation is inviting Johor residents, especially teachers, to document important events involving themselves, their families or community leaders.

Gamecocks kick history's rear this season

Posted: 30 Nov 2010 12:58 PM PST

History has not been kind to South Carolina's football program. Outside of George Rogers winning the Heisman Trophy in 1980, this is a football program that has rarely, if ever, been relevant nationally. It was perennially about what the Gamecocks hadn't done, because they had done so little in more than 100 years of football. That all changed this season, and it culminates Saturday when South ...

History To Open Times Square Shop, Hawking 'Pawn Stars,' 'American Pickers' Merchandise

Posted: 30 Nov 2010 12:57 PM PST

History will pop into the Times Square retail arena next Monday. The network will open History Pop Shop at 1501 Broadway on Dec. 6, showcasing exclusive merchandise from a pair of its top series, Pawn Stars and American Pickers , while also proffering in-store interactive elements to connect with fans and shoppers.

Islands fear "end of history" due to climate changes

Posted: 29 Nov 2010 09:29 PM PST

CANCUN, Mexico (Reuters) - Some low-lying island nations face the "end of history" due to rising sea levels unless the world takes stronger action to slow global warming, a spokesman said at U.N. climate talks on Monday. Kiribati, Tuvalu, the Cook Islands, the Marshall Islands and the Maldives were most at risk, said Antonio Monteiro Lima, a delegate of Cape Verde who is vice-chair of the 43 ...

Monday, November 29, 2010

“‘Justice and History’ suffers an indignity” plus 3 more

‘Justice and History’ suffers an indignity
McGulpin Rock in Michigan history
Biggest Sports History Project in the World comes to Carlow
Women With Breast Cancer History Should Consider MRI: Study

‘Justice and History’ suffers an indignity

Posted: 29 Nov 2010 05:02 PM PST

In the Senate basement, where staffers and senators constantly run back and forth from the subway to the Capitol, one thing stays put: "Justice and Read more...

McGulpin Rock in Michigan history

Posted: 29 Nov 2010 03:17 PM PST

Now when you think of Thanksgiving and a historical rock, Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts probably comes to mind with its connection to Pilgrims and the landing of the Mayflower, and it could be the most popular rock in America. But a rock on the shores of the Straits of Mackinac has just as much history, if not a lot more.

Biggest Sports History Project in the World comes to Carlow

Posted: 29 Nov 2010 07:59 AM PST

The history of the GAA in Carlow is the focus of a major history project about to be carried out. The GAA Oral History Project is one of the biggest sporting history projects ever undertaken in the world and will leave a remarkable legacy for future generations.

Women With Breast Cancer History Should Consider MRI: Study

Posted: 29 Nov 2010 06:02 AM PST

MONDAY, Nov. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Women who have had breast cancer should consider annual screening with breast MRI in addition to an annual mammogram, new research indicates.

Sunday, November 28, 2010

“Zimbabwe: Patriotic History a Response to Imperialism” plus 3 more

Zimbabwe: Patriotic History a Response to Imperialism
History could be in drivers' sight
Dedication to history earns Reis award
History buff writes the book on Morrisville

Zimbabwe: Patriotic History a Response to Imperialism

Posted: 28 Nov 2010 07:38 PM PST

Making History in Mugabe's Zimbabwe: Politics, Intellectuals and the Media, with a Foreword by Terence Ranger, Hochfeldstrasse 32, Peter Lang, 2010. 286 Pages. ISBN: 978-3-03911-989-9 (Paperback)

History could be in drivers' sight

Posted: 28 Nov 2010 01:15 PM PST

The Boston Red Sox have their own Massachusetts vehicle-registration plate, so do the Cape and Islands. Advocates for right whales and breast-cancer research also have plates designed to draw attention to their causes and donations to their coffers.

Dedication to history earns Reis award

Posted: 28 Nov 2010 03:07 AM PST

Journalist, historian and Alexandria resident Jim Reis is the recipient of the 2010 Kentucky Historical Society's Lifetime Dedication to Kentucky History Award.

History buff writes the book on Morrisville

Posted: 27 Nov 2010 11:29 PM PST

MORRISVILLE - History buff George Woolley has authored a historical-book on the town he calls home.

Saturday, November 27, 2010

“History could be in drivers’ sight” plus 3 more

History could be in drivers’ sight
History teachers must be up to the mark first
Geneva History Center plans creche luncheon
Cleveland Browns: A Comprehensive History of the 1946-1955 Dynasty

History could be in drivers’ sight

Posted: 27 Nov 2010 07:07 PM PST

History teachers must be up to the mark first

Posted: 27 Nov 2010 04:48 PM PST

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Union of the Teaching Profession has urged the Education Ministry to ensure History teachers are trained before a pass grade for the subject is made compulsory.

Geneva History Center plans creche luncheon

Posted: 27 Nov 2010 03:08 PM PST

Plans are under way for the Geneva History Center's seventh annual Creche Luncheon, an annual fundraiser for the History Center. The luncheon continues a Geneva tradition first established at the Little Traveler more than 75 years ago.

Cleveland Browns: A Comprehensive History of the 1946-1955 Dynasty

Posted: 27 Nov 2010 01:52 PM PST

The Best Show in Football: The 1946-1955 Cleveland Browns, Pro Football's Greatest Dynasty by Andy Piascik Taylor Trade Publishing 2007

Friday, November 26, 2010

“Jewish History Museum Opens in Philly” plus 3 more

Jewish History Museum Opens in Philly
Book Review - Apollo’s Angels - A History of Ballet - By Jennifer Homans
The New England Patriots' 10 Worst Moments in Franchise History
History beckons for Chitima

Jewish History Museum Opens in Philly

Posted: 26 Nov 2010 06:06 PM PST

The National Museum of American Jewish History opened on Friday.

Book Review - Apollo’s Angels - A History of Ballet - By Jennifer Homans

Posted: 26 Nov 2010 03:07 PM PST

Jennifer Homans has written the only truly definitive history of ballet, tracing dance across four centuries of wars and revolutions, both artistic and political.

The New England Patriots' 10 Worst Moments in Franchise History

Posted: 26 Nov 2010 02:00 PM PST

Before I start in on the 10 worst moments in New England Patriots history since 1976, let me answer the question—why since 1976?

History beckons for Chitima

Posted: 26 Nov 2010 01:57 PM PST

HISTORY beckons for local motor rally driver Big "Bigs" Chitima in today's Jialing Rally at Donny-brook Raceway, just outside Harare.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

“Students remaking history in miniature” plus 2 more

Students remaking history in miniature
Children 'ignorant of British history' because of trendy teaching
Wannstedt not concerned with history

Students remaking history in miniature

Posted: 25 Nov 2010 03:12 PM PST

Home school kids got a little taste of World War II history last week.

Children 'ignorant of British history' because of trendy teaching

Posted: 25 Nov 2010 11:05 AM PST

Schoolchildren are increasingly ignorant of British history as teachers scrap traditional lessons in favour of trendy "skills-based" courses, according to academics.

Wannstedt not concerned with history

Posted: 24 Nov 2010 09:00 PM PST

History has a way of catching up with most everyone, including coaches. So far, recent history hasn't been kind to Pitt coach Dave Wannstedt if you consider his win-loss record over the final three regular-season games since the 2005 season.

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

“History of Thanksgiving and gratitude” plus 3 more

History of Thanksgiving and gratitude
History.com Celebrates Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa
Creator of Salon Turns World War II Into ‘Pulp History’
The history of laptops

History of Thanksgiving and gratitude

Posted: 24 Nov 2010 06:54 PM PST

Harold Raley discusses the history of Thanksgiving and gratitude.

History.com Celebrates Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa

Posted: 24 Nov 2010 06:00 PM PST

Thanksgiving and Christmas Themed Webisodes Added to New Online Video Series 'History: Deconstructed'

Creator of Salon Turns World War II Into ‘Pulp History’

Posted: 24 Nov 2010 02:57 PM PST

"Pulp History," a new book series uses the stytle of razzle-dazzle fiction and comic books to interest youngsters in history.

The history of laptops

Posted: 24 Nov 2010 08:23 AM PST

A history of laptop computers, from the suitcase-sized 1970s portables to the supercharged gaming beasts of today.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

“Documentaries aim to make Oscar history” plus 3 more

Documentaries aim to make Oscar history
Strath Haven has history on its side against Pottsgrove
History Museum names two new board members
Dishing Out Medical History at Thanksgiving

Documentaries aim to make Oscar history

Posted: 23 Nov 2010 06:13 PM PST

In the 82-year history of the Academy Awards, no documentary has been nominated for best picture.

Strath Haven has history on its side against Pottsgrove

Posted: 23 Nov 2010 06:01 PM PST

THERE WAS a span there for nearly a decade when Strath Haven was the standard of Delaware County football. From 1996 to 2003, the Panthers, under head coach Kevin Clancy, won eight straight District 1 Class AAA championships, and two state titles, in 1999 and again in 2000.

History Museum names two new board members

Posted: 23 Nov 2010 02:24 PM PST

Two new names are joining board of directors at the Marin History Museum, as the museum struggles to raise funds for its highly anticipated Marin Rocks exhibit.

Dishing Out Medical History at Thanksgiving

Posted: 23 Nov 2010 09:02 AM PST

This Thanksgiving, get a family health history as multiple generations gather in one place. Many common diseases have a genetic component, and those family histories can help doctors identify patients who are at higher risk for big players such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke and certain cancers.

Monday, November 22, 2010

“History's 'Top Gear' Clocks 1.9 Million” plus 3 more

History's 'Top Gear' Clocks 1.9 Million
Making History II: The War of the World Is Now Available
Discovery Channel, BBC One Team for ‘History of the World'
History teacher receives national honor

History's 'Top Gear' Clocks 1.9 Million

Posted: 22 Nov 2010 01:05 PM PST

James Hibberd History's version of Brit sensation Top Gear delivered 1.9 million viewers Sunday night. read more

Making History II: The War of the World Is Now Available

Posted: 22 Nov 2010 10:33 AM PST

Making History II: The War of the World (PC) Making History II joins the Matrix Games lineup by starting off with a hefty 25% discount.

Discovery Channel, BBC One Team for ‘History of the World'

Posted: 22 Nov 2010 10:14 AM PST

Eight-part series to explore story of human...

History teacher receives national honor

Posted: 22 Nov 2010 08:02 AM PST

RARITAN TOWNSHIP — A middle school history teacher has received a national grant to focus on teaching the U.S. Constitution.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

“Tour offers glimpse of local history” plus 3 more

Tour offers glimpse of local history
History Channel airs show on Thanksgiving produced by area native
Martin: Some history lessons are better not repeated
History teacher receives national honor

Tour offers glimpse of local history

Posted: 21 Nov 2010 07:19 PM PST

Most people living in or around Channahon are familiar with the meaning of its name "Where the waters meet," named because the DuPage, Des Plaines and Kankakee rivers join to form the Illinois River. But many don't know the vast and interesting history of the area. For instance, did you …

History Channel airs show on Thanksgiving produced by area native

Posted: 21 Nov 2010 06:37 PM PST

History Channel producer Matthew Hickey's fascination with the First Thanksgiving started with a reporting assignment at Plimoth Plantation in the late 1980s.

Martin: Some history lessons are better not repeated

Posted: 21 Nov 2010 02:53 PM PST

Today's hardships are reminiscent of an earlier time in America. We haven't learned from it.

History teacher receives national honor

Posted: 21 Nov 2010 10:41 AM PST

RARITAN TOWNSHIP — A middle school history teacher has received a national grant to focus on teaching the U.S. Constitution.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

“Jackson makes Bobcats history in win over Suns” plus 3 more

Jackson makes Bobcats history in win over Suns
Lessons from history in China's inflation crisis
NO TIME FOR HISTORY
IT History Society’s Databases Continue to Grow

Jackson makes Bobcats history in win over Suns

Posted: 20 Nov 2010 07:12 PM PST

Phoenix vs. Charlotte recap from game played on 20, 2010

Lessons from history in China's inflation crisis

Posted: 20 Nov 2010 01:55 PM PST

History makes clear why the Chinese are so twitchy about their rapidly rising consumer price inflation. The governments of poor countries (even ones that are getting rich as rapidly as China) know that hungry people are quick to take to the streets.

NO TIME FOR HISTORY

Posted: 20 Nov 2010 01:24 PM PST

Players, Coaches Give Little Thought to History When it Comes To Colts-Patriots INDIANAPOLIS – As Dwight Freeney sees it, history is for the future – for this week, at least.

IT History Society’s Databases Continue to Grow

Posted: 19 Nov 2010 11:34 PM PST

The IT History Society membership, IT Honor Roll, and searchable archival database expand. San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 19, 2010 The IT History Society ( http://www.IThistory.org ) passes another milestone with a membership exceeding 600 members. The IT History Society, formerly known as the Charles Babbage Foundation, was created with the goal of enhancing and ...

Friday, November 19, 2010

“History key to future: Kenney” plus 3 more

History key to future: Kenney
'Top Gear' cranks up its all-new American model
A History of Unlikely Earthquakes in the U.S.
Huskies trying to make history tomorrow night

History key to future: Kenney

Posted: 19 Nov 2010 04:51 PM PST

OTTAWA -- Immigration Minister Jason Kenney warned a conference of historians and educators that unless we do a better job of teaching history and common values, we risk social unrest in the future.[...]

'Top Gear' cranks up its all-new American model

Posted: 19 Nov 2010 04:00 PM PST

The hugely popular and entertaining BBC car show rolls out Sunday on History channel.

A History of Unlikely Earthquakes in the U.S.

Posted: 19 Nov 2010 11:12 AM PST

Recent earthquake warnings for London are waking up a new generation of British citizens who've long lived with the myth that earthquakes are only centered within the Pacific Ring of Fire. It's obvious at the moment that most of the world's worst earthquakes seem to be centered on the west coast of the United States and in the islands of the Pacific (particularly around Japan and Indonesia). But ...

Huskies trying to make history tomorrow night

Posted: 19 Nov 2010 06:33 AM PST

There's going to be a feel-good story tomorrow night: One women's soccer team is going to go as far in the NCAA tournament as it has in program history and capture the hearts of an entire community.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

“'Hiking Washington's History': a trail guide that traces Washington state history” plus 3 more

'Hiking Washington's History': a trail guide that traces Washington state history
'History, Mystery, Story' Useful Approaches In Capturing Gamers' Attention
Unearthing Denver park's creepy history
San Antonio Spurs: 10 Greatest Games in Franchise History

'Hiking Washington's History': a trail guide that traces Washington state history

Posted: 18 Nov 2010 07:12 PM PST

Judy Bentley's new guide book, "Hiking Washington's History," is a local-history-oriented trail guide that chronicles the boatloads of fascinating history to be found along Washington's trails. Bentley discusses her book at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Eagle Harbor Book Co. on Bainbridge Island.

'History, Mystery, Story' Useful Approaches In Capturing Gamers' Attention

Posted: 18 Nov 2010 11:17 AM PST

Games writer Leanne C. Taylor looks at film's "10 minute rule" for hooking the viewer, and theorizes that similarly hooking a video game player is about communicating "history, mystery and story." Taylor, who has written for game companies including THQ and Pandemic, explained in a new Gamasutra feature: "In movies, there's something that's colloquially known as the '10 minute rule.' The idea is ...

Unearthing Denver park's creepy history

Posted: 18 Nov 2010 08:57 AM PST

Its wide green expanses and scenic trails are nestled alongside Denver's skyline.

San Antonio Spurs: 10 Greatest Games in Franchise History

Posted: 18 Nov 2010 06:00 AM PST

The San Antonio Spurs won their first championship in franchise history in 1999. Success continued throughout the 2000s, as they won three titles over the following eight seasons. Its no surprise, then, that the list of the greatest games in Spurs history is highlighted by contests from that time period.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

“Murkowski: 'We made history'” plus 3 more

Murkowski: 'We made history'
History comes alive at the Geneva Cemetery
History repeats itself with electric car push
Local history gets financial boost

Murkowski: 'We made history'

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 07:21 PM PST

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski has declared victory in the Alaska Senate race, exactly two months after announcing her long-shot write-in campaign.

History comes alive at the Geneva Cemetery

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 05:03 PM PST

GENEVA - Geneva may be a small community, but its history is extensive. The Geneva Historical Society put that rich history on display on Nov. 6 at its first cemetery tour. Guides lead groups of visitors through the cemetery, stopping to listen ...

History repeats itself with electric car push

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 02:28 PM PST

Given all the new electric vehicles (EVs) hitting the road soon, including the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf, one might think they are some sort of new-fangled concept. Yet the invention of the EV actually predates the iconic gasoline-fueled Model T Ford that began mass production in 1908.

Local history gets financial boost

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 08:33 AM PST

ST. JOHNSVILLE - The search for hidden history about the Underground Railroad and the plight of slaves in Montgomery County received a boost Tuesday from a statewide historic preservation group.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

“Make Windows 7 history with new app” plus 3 more

Make Windows 7 history with new app
Hester Has History in Miami
History comes alive at Westlake Academy
History of the Congressional Medal of Honor

Make Windows 7 history with new app

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 05:35 PM PST

Users in the US can make history come to life with a new location based app that includes video, audio, pictures and more of the nation's historical moments.

Hester Has History in Miami

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 04:55 PM PST

Devin Hester grew up in Florida, played college football at the U. in Miami and had one of the greatest plays in NFL history at Dolphin stadium. Thursday brings a chance to set a new record.

History comes alive at Westlake Academy

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 01:06 PM PST

Knives, saddlebags and military uniforms are part of frontier Texas presentation.

History of the Congressional Medal of Honor

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 11:19 AM PST

Predecessors of the Medal of Honor