How Leonard Bernstein Opposed Richard Nixon With 1973 'Anti-inaugural' Concert
The iconic American composer and conductor's "Concert for Peace" offered a direct alternative to the festivities of Richard Nixon's second swearing-in.
The Misunderstood Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Today, Martin Luther King is revered for his nonviolent struggle for civil rights in the United States. But most Americans didn't approve of him before his death, or many years after.
Was the White House Really Trashed at Andrew Jackson's First Inauguration?
For almost two centuries, Andrew Jackson's inauguration blowout has been cited as the wildest party ever thrown at the White House. But should we take that depiction with a grain of salt?
Ridiculous History: How MLK Influenced the Direction of 'Star Trek'
We know Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights activist and world-changer. But did you know he was also a Trekkie?
How Did Elisa Lam End Up Dead in a Hotel Water Tank?
Canadian student Elisa Lam went missing in 2013 and the mystery surrounding her death captured national attention. So what really happened to this 21-year-old?
What's the Difference Between Burrata and Mozzarella?
These two Italian cheeses may look similar on the outside. But it's what's revealed on the inside that makes them so deliciously different.
Why Did the U.S. Experience a Coin Shortage?
Just when America seemed to be getting over the great toilet paper shortage, the next thing in short supply was coins. But why?
