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This Day in History for January 10 – Texas Oil Boom Begins and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1920 – The League of Nations formally comes into being (More info)
1941 – Franklin Roosevelt introduces the lend-lease program to Congress, which was intended to help Britain beat back Hitler’s advance while keeping America only indirectly involved in World War II (More info)
This Day in History for January 5 – Golden Gate Bridge Construction Begins and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1643 – The first legal divorce in the American colonies takes place (More info)
1925 – Nellie Tayloe Ross of Wyoming becomes the first female governor in the United States (More info)
You Will Not Believe What Angelina Jolie Bought Brad Pitt for His Birthday
What’s the gift for a man who has everything? Why, an actual waterfall, of course.
That’s what Angelina Jolie bought for her longtime partner Brad Pitt, who celebrated his 48th birthday on December 18.
Celebrity Birthdays for January 4 – Dyan Cannon, Michael Stipe and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Dyan Cannon
Age: 75
Occupation: Actress
Known For: Oscar-nominated work in 1969′s ‘Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice,’ roles in other films like ‘Deathtrap’ and ‘Heaven Can Wait,’ TV roles on shows like ‘Ally McBeal,’ a former marriage to screen icon Cary Grant, a wild mane of blonde hair, and looking like she hasn’t aged a day si
This Day in History for January 4 – Pelosi Becomes First Female Speaker and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1847 – Samuel Colt sells his first revolver pistol to the United States government (More info)
1965 – President Lyndon B. Johnson proclaims his “Great Society” during his State of the Union address (More info)
This Day in History for January 3 – Apple Computer Incorporated and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1870 – The construction of the Brooklyn Bridge begins (More info)
1938 – The March of Dimes is established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for January 3 – Mel Gibson, Eli Manning and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Mel Gibson
Age: 57
Occupation: Actor, Director and Tabloid Moneymaker
Known For: Appearing in the ‘Mad Max’ and ‘Lethal Weapon’ movie franchises, winning an Oscar for directing ‘Braveheart,’ repeatedly spewing homophobic, antisemitic, racist and misogynistic comments, and recently losing $400 million in what’s been called the most
Celebrity Birthdays for January 2 – Taye Diggs, Kate Bosworth and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Taye Diggs
Age: 41
Occupation: Actor and Model
Known For: Originating the role of the nasty landlord Benny in the Broadway musical ‘Rent,’ becoming the object of global female lust in ‘How Stella Got Her Groove Back,’ starring on the TV series ‘Private Practice,’ and his marriage to Broadway great and ‘Glee’ star Idina Menzel
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This Day in History for January 2 – 55 MPH Speed Limit Enacted and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1935 – Bruno Hauptmann goes on trial for the murder of Charles Lindbergh, Jr., infant son of aviator Charles Lindbergh (More info)
1942 – In the largest espionage case in United States history, the FBI convicts 33 members of the Duquesne Spy Ring (More info)
Michael Jordan Engaged — Who’s the Lucky Lady?
Looks like Michael Jordan will have to move one of those NBA championship rings to make room for a different kind of a ring — a wedding ring.
The basketball legend, 48, is engaged to his girlfriend of three years, 32-year-old Cuban model Yvette Prieto.
This Day in History for December 30 – Marcos Becomes Philippine President and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1922 – The USSR is formed, comprising a confederation of Russia, Belorussia, Ukraine, and the Transcaucasian Federation (More info)
1936 – The United Auto Workers union stages its first sit-down strike (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for December 30 – Patti Smith, Tiger Woods and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Patti Smith
Age: 65
Occupation: Singer and Poet
Known For: Earning the nickname “Godmother of Punk” after releasing her stunning 1975 debut album ‘Horses,’ her Top 20 single ‘Because the Night,’ and heavily influencing groups as varied as R.E.M., The Smiths and U2