Filming the biography of a person, dead or alive, or for that matter a historical event – factual or apocryphal – is like walking on a double-edged sword, especially in a country where feelings are hurt even by theater. absurd. Swords come out of their sheaths not just on character portrayal, but also on something […]
From pivotal events like World War II to the rise of groundbreaking celebrities like Marilyn Monroe, history plays a big role in art. The art of music videos can often uplift and entertain fans, but certain bands often hold space to shed light on more important issues. Whether it’s more of a fun look back […]
KOTA KINABALU: A repository of historical events in Sabah, including its relationship to the defunct Sultanate of Sulu, is finally taking shape under the aegis of the state’s Institute of Development Studies (IDS). IDS Director General Dr. Ramzah Dambul (Photo) said the process of establishing the Research Center for North Borneo History (RCNBH) under the […]
Food is an important part of our lives, and it has also been an important part of American history. To celebrate that fact, we’ve compiled a list of significant food-related events throughout American history or foods that were involved or eaten during other memorable times. Here are 20 foods and drinks from significant historical events […]
Marianne Dominguez Every week, journalist and history buff Mariana Dominguez visits a historic site on the South Shore or attends a local conference on historical topics. This week, she decided to round up some more of the best local history books she’s read. Last week’s roundup of some of the local history books I read […]
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Through history, we can better understand ourselves and the world around us. There is a rich chronicle of the past in everything from politics to music which helps to get a more detailed picture of where society is today. 2021 – Richard Scott William Hutchinson celebrated his first birthday. Known by […]
By Anthony Esguerra As the late dictator’s son Ferdinand Marcos Sr., infamous for his massive corruption and human rights abuses, regains control of the Philippines, historians, scholars, book publishers and authors have vowed to “protect the truth”. When 31 million Filipinos elected Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. as president in the May elections, they also voted […]
Be there . . . . for a fresh look at the amphibious catch of Tarawa; later, to meet the wistful and controversial hero of Navy aviation, Gregory “Pappy” Boyington; followed by joining the fighting in the Aleutians, Gilberts and Marshalls, June 1942 – April 1944; then slide, drag and battle along the jungle trails […]
As the late dictator’s son Ferdinand Marcos Sr., infamous for his massive corruption and human rights abuses, regains control of the Philippines, historians, scholars, book publishers and authors have vowed to “protect the truth”. When 31 million Filipinos elected Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. as president in the May elections, they also voted for the powerful […]
Tensions between MOVE, a black liberation group in Philadelphia, and the Philadelphia police had been simmering for years. MOVE, which still exists today, opposed government, business and technology, and had a strong focus on animal and environmental rights, believing that people should return to nature. The group was known for its non-violent protests, but often […]
Photo Credit: 1. Earl Leaf/Michael Ochs Archive/Getty Images 2. Carlito/MovieStillsDB History is made every day and sometimes several historical events occur on the same date. As a result, some are better known than others, with some events completely lost to history. Below is a list of seven events that were overshadowed by others. The Great […]
When you’re a kid, the idea of learning anything about world history might seem more like, well, boring. Luckily, there are a ton of historical movies out there that can both educate and entertain your little ones on important topics. From following the stories of real-life inventors to watching world-famous heroes embark on harrowing quests, […]