LIFESTYLE 9 hours ago 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 1 day ago 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 2 days ago 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 3 days ago 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 4 days ago 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 5 days ago 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 6 days ago 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 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.
LIFESTYLE May 5 On this day in history, May 5, 1904, Cy Young pitches first perfect game in World Series Era Hall of Fame pitcher Cy Young hurled the first perfect game of the World Series era for the Boston Americans, later the Red Sox, on this day in history, May 5, 1904.
LIFESTYLE May 4 On this day in history, May 4, 1979, 'Iron Lady' Margaret Thatcher becomes first female PM of the UK Margaret Thatcher became the United Kingdom's first female prime minister on this day in history, May 4, 1979, at age 54 — and led the U.K. for nearly 12 years, earning the moniker "Iron Lady."