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This Day in History for May 11 – Bob Marley Dies and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1846 – President James K. Polk asked for and received a Declaration of War against Mexico, starting the Mexican-American War (More info)
1924 – Mercedes-Benz is formed when Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz merge their two companies (More info)
New Movie Releases — ‘Marvel’s The Avengers’ [VIDEO]
Just one new movie opening at our local Marcus Theatres this weekend, but for comic book fans, it’s a Superhero-palooza.
New Mexico Town Will Cut Off Your Utilities for Not Paying Traffic Tickets — Dollars and Sense [VIDEO]
Many drivers have bemoaned the cameras installed in intersections that catch drivers blowing through red lights and issue tickets accordingly. But in one New Mexico city, ignoring those tickets is an especially bad idea — doing so could get your utilities shut off.
Gene Simmons Rejected Eddie Van Halen’s Bid to Join Kiss
Gene Simmons is just full of surprises. In a recent interview on Motley Crue member Nikki Sixx‘s radio show, he revealed how one of the greatest guitarists of our generation, Eddie Van Halen, wanted to join Kiss after Ace Frehley left — and how Simmons himself turned him down.
This Day in History for April 27 – Sultana Steamboat Disaster and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1865 – The steamboat Sultana explodes on the Mississippi River and kills 1,700 passengers, many of whom were discharged Union soldiers (More info)
1956 – Rocky Marciano becomes the only heavyweight boxing champion to retire with a perfect record (More info)
This Day in History for April 26 – Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1865 – Union cavalry troopers corner and shoot dead John Wilkes Booth, assassin of President Lincoln (More info)
1933 – The Gestapo, the official secret police force of Nazi Germany, is established (More info)
New Movie Releases — ‘The Five-Year Engagement,’ ‘The Pirates! Band of Misfits,’ ‘The Raven,’ and ‘Safe’
Summer movie season is gearing up — this weekend offers no fewer than four new flicks opening at our local Marcus Theatres.
Is It Healthy to Talk to Yourself?
At some point or another, most of us have caught ourselves speaking out loud to, well, no one. But although you may think talking to yourself makes you look crazy, scientists say it could actually have some real benefits.
This Day in History for April 25 – DC Comics Introduces Batman and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1859 – British and French engineers break ground for the Suez Canal (More info)
1901 – New York becomes the first US state to require automobile license plates (More info)
Amazing New Earth-Friendly LED Bulb Will Last 20 Years [VIDEO]
Would you buy a $50 light bulb? Before you answer, consider this: it’ll last you upwards of 20 years and pay for itself several times over.
What Does Your Dog’s Personality Say About You? [PHOTOS]
For years, many people have joked that dogs and their owners eventually wind up looking a lot alike. And while that may be debatable, a new study finds that the type of dog someone chooses may say a lot about his or her personality.
This Day in History for April 24 – Library of Congress Established and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1800 – The United States Library of Congress is established (More info)
1898 – The United States declares war on Spain (More info)