Today in History for Nov. 1: In 1512, Michelangelo's paintings in the Sistine Chapel in Rome were first exhibited to the public. Across the ceiling he painted themes of the Bible, including ...

The USS Constitution was launched on Oct. 21, 1797, in Boston on this day in history. She went on to a legendary career in ...

The Erie Canal opened Oct. 26, 1825 and proved one of the most successful public works projects in American history, ...

Triple Crown champion American Pharoah wins the $5 million Breeders’ Cup Classic by 6 1/2 lengths in his final race before retirement.

Today in Sports, November 1 - Texas Rangers win first World Series in franchise history. Corey Seager wins MVP ...

Discover the history behind why Americans vote on a Tuesday in November, a tradition dating back to 1845, and how it impacts ...

Officials in three swing states have said vote counting won’t be finished on Election Day, and experts say that isn’t ...

Rather, we create memories based on our imagination and imbue what we remember with meaning. The same is true for historical ...

Jerry Rice sets an NFL record for receptions in consecutive games with his 12-yard catch from Steve Young on San Francisco’s first offensive play. Rice has caught passes in 184 straight ...

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National Chocolate Day is today, Monday, Oct. 28; and it’s the perfect time to delve into the rich world of chocolate and its fascinating history. At the heart of ...