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LIFESTYLE May 16, 2024

On this day in history, May 16, 1986, Tom Cruise Cold War blockbuster 'Top Gun' jets across silver screen

On this day in history, May 16, 1986, "Top Gun" is released — and after rising to the top of the charts, it went on to become a Hollywood movie classic of the big screen.

LIFESTYLE May 15, 2024

On this day in history, May 15, 1800, President Adams moves federal government from Philadelphia to DC

President John Adams ordered the federal government to pack up offices in Philadelphia and move to the new home in Washington, D.C., on this day in history, May 15, 1800.

LIFESTYLE May 14, 2024

On this day in history, May 14, 1973, Skylab, the first US space station, is launched

Skylab, America's first space station, was launched into orbit on this day in history in 1973. The space station was damaged during liftoff, but the astronauts repaired it.

LIFESTYLE May 13, 2024

On this day in history, May 13, 1981, Pope John Paul II survives assassination attempt

Pope John Paul II survived an assassination attempt by a Turkish gunman on this day in history, May 13, 1981. The pope would go on to forgive his would-be killer.

LIFESTYLE May 12, 2024

On this day in history, May 12, 1965, Rolling Stones record 'Satisfaction' after Keith Richards dreamed a riff

The Rolling Stones recorded "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" after guitarist Keith Richards captured the riff in his sleep on this day in history, May 12, 1965.

LIFESTYLE May 11, 2024

On this day in history, May 11, 1888, Irving Berlin, composer of 'God Bless America,' is born

Irving Berlin was born on this day in history, May 11, 1888. The composer would go on to write 800 songs, many of them American classics, after starting his career as a boy singing in the streets.

This Day in History May 10, 2024

On this day in history, May 10, 1977, iconic American actress Joan Crawford dies in New York City

Joan Crawford, known for her Oscar-winning role in "Mildred Pierce," a feud with co-star Bette Davis and controversial relationships with her kids, died on this day in history, May 10, 1977.

LIFESTYLE May 9, 2024

On this day in history, May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson issues proclamation creating Mother's Day

On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed that mothers should be honored with flags flying at all government buildings. Later celebratory forms followed, including flowers and gifts.

This Day in History May 8, 2024

On this day in history, May 8, 1945, President Truman announces 'flags of freedom fly all over Europe'

President Harry S. Truman, on this day in history, May 8, 1945, announced to the American people that Germany's forces had surrendered in World War II — marking the end of the war in Europe.

LIFESTYLE May 7, 2024

On this day in history, May 7, 1977, the song 'Hotel California' by the Eagles hits No. 1

The song Hotel California hit number one on this day in history, May 7, 1977. The enigmatic lyrics of the rock song has led to many theories about its meaning.

LIFESTYLE May 6, 2024

On this day in history, May 6, 1957, the last episode of hit sitcom 'I Love Lucy' airs

The 181st episode of "I Love Lucy," titled "The Ricardos Dedicate a Statue," aired on this day in history, May 6, 1957. The now-iconic TV sitcom ran for six seasons in its original run.