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Monday, January 31, 2011

“Black History Month kicks off with music and dance” plus 3 more

“Black History Month kicks off with music and dance” plus 3 more

Black History Month kicks off with music and dance

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 06:56 PM PST

Libraries, theaters, museums recognize African-American heritage Black History Month kicks off Tuesday, with institutions around the Chicago area offering a variety of ways to recognize black heritage and history. A sampling of those events:

In post-racial America, Black History Month still relevant

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 06:42 PM PST

Although Black History Month is a high point of her job, Barbara Cheives is not a big fan of this or any other special designation that sets one group apart from the mainstream.

Genealogy: Black family history symposium Feb. 26

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 03:57 PM PST

Genealogy: Black family history symposium Feb. 26

TV celebrates Black History Month

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 02:21 PM PST

Black History Month is here and television, as usual, is planning to honor the occasion with programming that highlights the...
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Sunday, January 30, 2011

“Unstoppable Barcelona write more league history” plus 3 more

“Unstoppable Barcelona write more league history” plus 3 more

Unstoppable Barcelona write more league history

Posted: 30 Jan 2011 06:14 PM PST

Pep Guardiola's Barcelona side made more history at the weekend when they equalled the record number of successive league wins held by arch rivals Real Madrid.

History suggests time is right to buy Dow stocks

Posted: 30 Jan 2011 04:09 PM PST

Are you too late to the rally?

Keepers of Cambria history

Posted: 30 Jan 2011 01:30 PM PST

CAMBRIA — The Town of Cambria's new historian is someone steeped in the history of the community. Brooke A. Genter, 30, is the granddaughter of the late Vernette A. Genter, the town's first historian, and for nearly 40 years known as the history expert on Cambria.

History suggests it's time to buy Dow stocks

Posted: 30 Jan 2011 11:57 AM PST

Are you too late to the rally?
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Saturday, January 29, 2011

“Exploring Chicago's Gay History” plus 3 more

“Exploring Chicago's Gay History” plus 3 more

Exploring Chicago's Gay History

Posted: 29 Jan 2011 04:48 PM PST

The Chicago History Museum is planning an expansive exhibit on the city's LGBT-related milestones -- possibly the first ever gay history project produced by an urban museum.

New A.P. Biology Is Ready, but U.S. History Isn’t

Posted: 29 Jan 2011 03:13 PM PST

While the College Board plans to unveil a revision to Advanced Placement biology courses, it is delaying similar changes in United States history to address teachers' concerns.

Egypt shutdown worst in Internet history: experts

Posted: 29 Jan 2011 09:05 AM PST

The scale of Egypt's crackdown on the Internet and mobile phones amid deadly protests against the rule of President Hosni Mubarak is unprecedented in the history of the web, experts said.

Vt. museum showcases history of Bennington

Posted: 29 Jan 2011 06:01 AM PST

The history of Bennington is going on display in a new exhibit at the Bennington Museum.
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Friday, January 28, 2011

“‘Ignore history at our own peril’” plus 3 more

“‘Ignore history at our own peril’” plus 3 more

‘Ignore history at our own peril’

Posted: 28 Jan 2011 07:03 PM PST

KUALA LUMPUR: Evading facts on racial sensitivities to the extent of losing lessons from historical truth can be counter-productive, said former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

Got a minute? Enter history center’s video contest

Posted: 28 Jan 2011 02:27 PM PST

One minute of history may earn a year's admission to the history center and recognition at the Florida Film Festival via the One-Minute History Video contest announced by the Orange County Regional History Center. The competition seeks "smart, surprising, fun videos" that reflect Central Florida history using the museum's exhibits. The finished products must be family-friendly and [...]

Burleson Centennial history book author visits, seeks input

Posted: 28 Jan 2011 12:40 PM PST

The history book to commemorate Burleson's centennial will be a narrative of family history and community roots, an Austin-based historian and author writing the book told Burleson residents Thursday.

Twitter, History & Modern Revolutions

Posted: 28 Jan 2011 12:22 PM PST

Today, history is being made in the Middle East. The Arabian streets woke up to the sound of sniper fire as a regime is defending itself, against the people of its own nation. The flames of anger have been fanned by decades of corrupt authoritative rule.
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Thursday, January 27, 2011

“History-making Li Na hopes for Russian-style tennis boom” plus 3 more

“History-making Li Na hopes for Russian-style tennis boom” plus 3 more

History-making Li Na hopes for Russian-style tennis boom

Posted: 27 Jan 2011 03:47 PM PST

LI Na, who made history yesterday when she became the first Asian to make a Grand Slam final, says she hopes her success at the Australian Open will inspire a Russian-style tennis boom in China.

The Computer History Museum Gets a Reboot

Posted: 27 Jan 2011 02:17 PM PST

The renovated museum, which provides a journey through the history of technology, gives forward-looking Silicon Valley a temple honoring the past

The History Challenged Tea Party Goes 'Jaywalking'

Posted: 27 Jan 2011 09:54 AM PST

Jay Leno has a popular segment on his show he calls "Jaywalking". The late night talk show host crui

Lecture series in Monroe delves into state history

Posted: 26 Jan 2011 11:28 PM PST

History lessons: The Monroe Library and the Monroe School District are teaming up to present a free lecture series on interesting and significant aspects of our state's history.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

“Family history increases risk of heart disease” plus 3 more

“Family history increases risk of heart disease” plus 3 more

Family history increases risk of heart disease

Posted: 26 Jan 2011 06:37 PM PST

Having a parent with a history of heart disease almost doubles a person's risk of also getting heart disease, regardless of ethnicity or country, according to an international study.

History of the Phoenix Open

Posted: 26 Jan 2011 04:49 PM PST

It's history week at the Phoenix County Club, the oldest private golf club in Arizona, and the original home of the Phoenix Open. There are lots of memories to look back on.

History, Akers go together

Posted: 26 Jan 2011 03:18 AM PST

ST. MARTINVILLE — The life of James Akers has been defined by history, from the day of his birth to the present.

The right to know one's history

Posted: 26 Jan 2011 12:09 AM PST

No attempt has been made to discuss the early history of our nation. The influence of early Hindu-Buddhist empires such as Kedaram, Majapahit and Srivijaya dating from the 2nd to the 14th century which collectively have shaped the lineage, language and cultural norms of the nation have been omitted. By Mrs. Sheela The teaching of History at the secondary school level is shrouded in controversy ...
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Monday, January 24, 2011

“Kansas at 150: At the History Museum” plus 3 more

“Kansas at 150: At the History Museum” plus 3 more

Kansas at 150: At the History Museum

Posted: 24 Jan 2011 05:55 PM PST

The State's History Museum kicks off the birthday party by welcoming students from all over the state on Friday, topped off with the free showing of "The Wizard of Oz." Read on to find out about the big birthday bash on Saturday!

History of market responses to State of the Union

Posted: 24 Jan 2011 04:05 PM PST

See the day-after gains and losses on the stock market after presidents deliver State of the Union addresses.

History Rewrite: Lincoln Inked Over

Posted: 24 Jan 2011 03:58 PM PST

A historian used a fountain pen to change President Lincoln's writing on a historic document, according to the National Archives. The motive apparently was to make it appear the historian had made a new discovery.

Peter King: Super Bowl XLV is one for history books

Posted: 24 Jan 2011 08:55 AM PST

CHICAGO -- We'll get to the Super Bowl matchup that Doris Kearns Goodwin would love (it's historic, for those not familiar with Ms. Goodwin's work), and to the volcanic Jay Cutler situation, and to one of the greatest predictions in sports history (sort of) soon enough. But I begin this morning with two things -- the Super Bowl XLV Factoid That Will Interest Everyone, and something Packers GM ...
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Sunday, January 23, 2011

“Moorpark College plans oral history project” plus 3 more

“Moorpark College plans oral history project” plus 3 more

Moorpark College plans oral history project

Posted: 23 Jan 2011 05:46 PM PST

Moorpark College seeks volunteers 60 and older to pair with students for an oral history project that involves recording their greatest memories of the past.

Lecture series in Monroe delves into state history

Posted: 23 Jan 2011 01:34 PM PST

History lessons: The Monroe Library and the Monroe School District are teaming up to present a free lecture series on interesting and significant aspects of our state's history.

Steelers' history vs. Jets' destiny

Posted: 23 Jan 2011 01:02 AM PST

PITTSBURGH - History tells us the Pittsburgh Steelers belong. The New York Jets? Not so much. The 2010 season and playoffs, however, have written their own version of history, with a common theme: Anything can happen.

History museum's "The Threads of Memory" opens today

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 11:17 PM PST

The El Paso Museum of History on Saturday celebrated its new Spanish exhibit with food, wine and 15th-century period performers. "The Threads of Memory: Spain and the United States" officially opened at noon today, but on Saturday, hundreds of El Pasoans flocked to the grand reception to hear lectures and view 138 documents detailing Spain's exploration of the U.S., including maps and drawings ...
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Saturday, January 22, 2011

“History as headline writers tell it” plus 2 more

“History as headline writers tell it” plus 2 more

History as headline writers tell it

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 05:41 PM PST

What the front page might have said in October 1917 How does a front-page headline encapsulate momentous events in history? What about "Britons race to leave Tunisia as army closes airspace"? (the Times ). The Thunderer wasn't alone, of course, but it still makes you wonder how they'd have dealt with October 1917. "UK holidaymakers flee Lenin coup"? "Britain warns St Petersburg tourists: don't ...

History to be Compulsory Pass?

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 06:23 AM PST

According to Bernama, history will be a must-pass subject in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination from 2013 along with the Bahasa Malaysia subject, Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said.

History might not mean much this time

Posted: 22 Jan 2011 01:01 AM PST

History tells us the Pittsburgh Steelers belong. The New York Jets? Not so much. The 2010 season and playoffs, however, have written their own version of history, with a common theme: Anything can happen. It already has to the Jets, who never had won in the Steel City before edging the Steelers 22-17 in December.
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Friday, January 21, 2011

“Nathan Poppe: Oklahoma artists are making history with their music” plus 3 more

“Nathan Poppe: Oklahoma artists are making history with their music” plus 3 more

Nathan Poppe: Oklahoma artists are making history with their music

Posted: 21 Jan 2011 01:38 PM PST

Making history isn't easy.Surviving an upper-division history class might be more difficult. If you don't believe me, then I suggest you wake up and walk with me to my Politics of Africa class every Tuesday and Thursday morning.While schooling resumed at OSU this month, I connected an IV of Red Bull to my veins and realized several Oklahoma musicians are channeling the past for their music ...

History might not mean much this time

Posted: 21 Jan 2011 12:23 PM PST

History tells us the Pittsburgh Steelers belong. The New York Jets? Not so much.

A reminder from history: Politics can lift you up

Posted: 21 Jan 2011 11:39 AM PST

Politics is history in the present tense. And this week has been crowded with historic anniversaries that should adjust our expectations upward when it comes to the dark carnival of contemporary politics.

Fenway history no-contest over 'competitive 'pen'

Posted: 21 Jan 2011 11:04 AM PST

The Red Sox won't change Fenway Park's dimensions just yet. And that's fine. But when the decision is about coming up with an alternative for 'a more competitive bullpen facility,' that's ridiculous, says Ray Ratto.
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Thursday, January 20, 2011

“History lessons from the front line” plus 3 more

“History lessons from the front line” plus 3 more

History lessons from the front line

Posted: 20 Jan 2011 06:03 PM PST

Sixty-six years ago this month, Army Lt. Alfred Shehab helped the Allies triumph in the Battle of the Bulge – and today, he says we shouldn't forget One harsh winter long ago, as he led an encampment of soldiers near a European forest, it never occurred to Alfred H.M. Shehab, then a brash young Army lieutenant, that he and his 30-man unit were a part of military history.

Black History stories travel to Liberia, Darfur, Rome and Texas

Posted: 20 Jan 2011 03:53 PM PST

Black History stories travel to Liberia, Darfur, Rome and Texas 'Eclipsed'

L.A.'s Natural History Museum previews new Tyrannosaurus rex display

Posted: 20 Jan 2011 01:18 PM PST

The Natural History Museum, Los Angeles County offered a sneak peek Wednesday of the Tyrannosaurus rex display that will serve as the centerpiece exhibition of its new Dinosaur Hall, which opens in July. Consisting of three life-size T. rex specimens,...

History flight ‘Until They’re Home’ barnstormer tour takes off Jan. 22,23 at Marco Island Executive Airport

Posted: 20 Jan 2011 09:51 AM PST

History Flight brings its breathtaking "Until They're Home" Barnstormer Tour to Marco Island Executive Airport Saturday and Sunday (Jan. 22-23) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Here you can enjoy an exhilarating flight in a World War II warbird, and at the same time help fund an important cause – locating America's Missing In Action from World War II.
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Wednesday, January 19, 2011

“Bears-Packer game biggest game in history? Probably not” plus 3 more

“Bears-Packer game biggest game in history? Probably not” plus 3 more

Bears-Packer game biggest game in history? Probably not

Posted: 19 Jan 2011 05:38 PM PST

According to various sports talkers, columnists and hardcore fans, Sunday's Bears-Packers game for the NFC Championship is either the biggest football game in Chicago history, the biggest event ever held at Soldier Field, the biggest sporting event of any kind in Chicago history, or quite simply the biggest sporting event in the history of, well, history.Probably not.As Rick Telander pointed out ...

History lessons 'go back to basics'

Posted: 19 Jan 2011 04:56 PM PST

History and geography lessons are set to focus on facts and figures under a new back-to-basics national curriculum planned by ministers.

History of Bears-Packers Rivalry

Posted: 19 Jan 2011 11:09 AM PST

The rivalry between the Bears and the Packers is the oldest in the NFL, and its history is full of some great games.

History, Akers go together

Posted: 19 Jan 2011 04:16 AM PST

ST. MARTINVILLE — The life of James Akers has been defined by history, from the day of his birth to the present.
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011

“Chinese American mayors overcoming Bay Area's history of discrimination” plus 3 more

“Chinese American mayors overcoming Bay Area's history of discrimination” plus 3 more

Chinese American mayors overcoming Bay Area's history of discrimination

Posted: 18 Jan 2011 05:42 PM PST

San Francisco Mayor Edwin M. Lee and Oakland Mayor Jean Quan have long battled poverty, discrimination and fear in the Bay Area. Now, they have opened doors to new political influence. When City Administrator Edwin M. Lee became interim mayor of the City by the Bay, San Francisco got much more than just a low-key replacement for Gavin Newsom, who has taken his gelled hair and actress wife to ...

Learning History should be more than just memorising

Posted: 18 Jan 2011 04:25 PM PST

From JUST FINISHED SPM, Petaling Jaya.

History-chasing Nadal gifted Australian Open win

Posted: 18 Jan 2011 01:53 PM PST

Top seed Rafael Nadal was handed an easy route to the Australian Open second round Tuesday when Marcos Daniel retired hurt, putting him a step closer to a historic fourth successive Grand Slam win.

Key dates in history of National Broadcasting Co.

Posted: 18 Jan 2011 01:25 PM PST

Some key events in NBC's history: 1926 -- National Broadcasting Co. formed by General Electric Co., Westinghouse Electric Co. and Radio Corporation of America after buying broadcast assets from AT&T.
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Monday, January 17, 2011

“History-chasing Nadal 'gifted' Australian Open win” plus 3 more

“History-chasing Nadal 'gifted' Australian Open win” plus 3 more

History-chasing Nadal 'gifted' Australian Open win

Posted: 17 Jan 2011 07:16 PM PST

Top seed Rafael Nadal was handed an easy route to the Australian Open second round when Marcos Daniel retired hurt, putting him a step closer to a historic fourth successive Grand Slam win.

History widens students’ perspective

Posted: 17 Jan 2011 04:40 PM PST

From CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS UNIT, Education Ministry

History Channel’s Decision to Forgo ‘The Kennedys’

Posted: 17 Jan 2011 02:31 PM PST

Concerns about accuracy led to the History channel's decision not to run "The Kennedys," a scripted mini-series starring Greg Kinnear as John F. Kennedy.

A Brief History of James Earl Jones' Voice

Posted: 17 Jan 2011 09:19 AM PST

Sometimes, it's easy to forget that James Earl Jones is an actual person with a head and arms and legs rather than just the disembodied voice he so often seems to be. Jones, who turns 80 today, has acted for over five decades in theater, television, and film.
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Sunday, January 16, 2011

“Jets erase history by defeating Pats for AFC bid” plus 3 more

“Jets erase history by defeating Pats for AFC bid” plus 3 more

Jets erase history by defeating Pats for AFC bid

Posted: 16 Jan 2011 06:28 PM PST

Mark Sanchez threw three touchdown passes, Tom Brady was sacked five times and the trash-talking New York Jets reached their second straight AFC championship game with a stunning 28-21 win over the New England Patriots on Sunday.

A history of La Nina

Posted: 16 Jan 2011 06:08 PM PST

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology provides an excellent history of La Niña event that helps to put the recent rainfall into perspective with the descriptions below describing those that have had the biggest impact.

Computer History Museum opens in Mountain View

Posted: 16 Jan 2011 05:40 PM PST

Silicon Valley now has a museum dedicated to the human penchant for making objects to augment our already remarkable brains, in a continuum from the dawn of the abacus to the continuing evolution of the Internet. "If...

History comes alive at Fort Fisher

Posted: 16 Jan 2011 05:11 PM PST

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Thousands of people saw history come alive Saturday down in Kure Beach in celebration of the 146th anniversary of the 2nd battle for Fort Fisher. Civil War historian, Jim McKee put the importance of the battle in perspective. "In 1864, Robert E. Lee, Commander of the Army of Northern Virginia, said that if Wilmington fell, he would not be able to maintain his army. And ...
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