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On February 26, 1919, one of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth was officially designated as Grand Canyon National Park. Today, we’re diving into the history of this natural wonder—how it was …

February 25, 1964. A brash young fighter named Cassius Clay steps into the ring against the fearsome Sonny Liston for the heavyweight championship of the world. Most experts think he doesn’t stand a …

Time is something we take for granted—but what if I told you that the calendar we use today is just over 400 years old, and before that, the world was slowly drifting out of sync with reality? On Feb…

On February 21, 1965, Malcolm X was assassinated in Harlem, New York, cutting short the life of one of the most influential and controversial civil rights leaders of the 20th century. Today, we explo…

On February 20, 1895, the world lost Frederick Douglass, one of the most influential voices of the 19th century. A former slave turned abolitionist, author, and orator, Douglass dedicated his life to…

February 19, 1945. On this day, one of World War II’s most iconic battles began on the volcanic sands of Iwo Jima. From the first chaotic landing to the unforgettable flag-raising on Mount Suribachi,…

On February 18, 1930, a young astronomer named Clyde Tombaugh made an extraordinary discovery: Pluto. It was hailed as the ninth planet in our solar system, a triumph of perseverance and ingenuity. B…

On February 17, 1996, IBM’s Deep Blue faced off against chess world champion Garry Kasparov, marking a turning point in the relationship between humans and machines. This is the story of a computer’s…

On February 14, 1929, Chicago's streets were stained with blood in a crime that shocked the nation. The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre wasn’t just a gangland hit; it was the brutal peak of the battle f…

On February 13, 1944, Helen Duncan became the last person convicted under the UK’s Witchcraft Act of 1735. But was she really a witch? Or just a victim of wartime paranoia? Join us as we uncover the …

February 12, 1947, changed fashion forever. On that day, Christian Dior presented his debut collection in Paris, introducing the world to the "New Look." This iconic style reshaped women’s fashion an…

On February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela walked out of Victor Verster Prison after 27 years, symbolizing the triumph of resilience and justice over apartheid. Join us as we explore the journey of this re…

On February 10, 1258, the mighty city of Baghdad, a beacon of knowledge and culture, fell to the Mongols. The siege marked the end of the Islamic Golden Age and reshaped the Middle East forever. Join…

On February 7, 1919, the United States ratified the 18th Amendment, ushering in the Prohibition era. This bold experiment in banning alcohol reshaped the nation—from the rise of speakeasies to the bi…

On February 6, 1665, the first successful blood transfusion in history was performed—not on a human, but on a dog. Join us as we explore this bold experiment, the visionary minds behind it, and how i…

On February 5, 1919, four Hollywood legends broke the mold by founding United Artists, a studio run by the stars, for the stars. Join us as we explore the story of this bold move that reshaped the fi…

Born on February 4, 1913, Rosa Parks became a symbol of resistance when she refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama. But her story is so much more than one moment. In today’s episode, …

On February 3, 1913, the United States ratified the 16th Amendment, giving Congress the power to collect income tax. It’s a story of fairness, outrage, and how this game-changing law reshaped America…

On January 31, 1919, Jackie Robinson was born, destined to become one of the most influential figures in American history. Join us as we explore the story of how he broke baseball’s color barrier, pa…

On January 30, 1948, the world lost a beacon of peace and resilience as Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in New Delhi. Join us as we uncover the shocking events of that day, the motivations behind the…