Events in history today, August 14
1945: Japan's Surrender and V-J Day:.Following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan formally surrendered to the Allied forces, marking the end of...
North Carolina Motorsports: History in the Fast Lane
Travels to the Museum of the Albemarle
ELIZABETH CITY, NC – The Museum of the Albemarle will highlight the state’s unique, intertwined history of bootleg whisky...
Today in history, August 13th
Today in history, August 13th, features a range of significant events, from the fall of empires to cultural milestones. Here's a glimpse into the...
Hisorical events that happened today, August 12
August 12 has been marked by a variety of notable events across history:
1851: Isaac Singer is granted a patent for his sewing machine, an...
Historical events on August 11
August 11th has been a date marked by numerous significant historical events spanning across centuries and various fields, including politics, culture, and innovation. Here's...
Science Literacy Gone Viral
TikTok and other social media are inundating youth with misinformation. But educators find the platform can also be a powerful...
Historical events on August 6th
Key historical events on August 6
August 6th is a day marked by several significant historical events, including a pivotal moment in World War II...
Historical events on August 5th
Political and social developments
In 1861, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Revenue Act of 1861, introducing the first federal income tax in the United States...
Hispanic, Asian people drive population boom, stopping losses in many states
by Tim Henderson, Stateline August 1, 2025 Hispanic, Asian and multiracial residents drove population growth in the United States last year, and 16 states...
Today in history August 4th
Summary of key events on August 4th
1790: The U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, the predecessor to the U.S. Coast Guard, was established to enforce customs...
