History

Newly uncovered details show Rupert Murdoch was nicknamed ‘Red Rupert’ at university for being a socialist, contradicting his later conservative image.

Historical survey records reveal Mount Everest’s initial measurement at exactly 29,000 feet, with surveyors adding a slight margin for accuracy.

Newly uncovered details show Marshal Pétain was present during the Battle of France, a month before he became Vichy France’s leader, shedding light on his wartime activities.

The death of Barney Frank at 86 highlights his distinctive impact on American politics, characterized by intelligence, courage, and reform efforts.

An examination of how the tradition of comedy roasts has shifted from private celebrations to public spectacles of sanctioned cruelty, and why it matters.

A Saturday quiz reveals surprising links between Flamingo, Mercury Fountain, and Trois Disques, sparking curiosity about art, history, and culture.

Legislative and political conflicts, fueled by Trump’s influence, have stalled the Smithsonian Women’s History Museum project amid partisan debates over its control and content.

Trump’s renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool features a vivid blue paint job, drawing mixed reactions and raising questions about its impact on D.C.’s historic landscape.

The Commission of Fine Arts approved Trump’s plan for a massive arch near Arlington, sparking debate over its impact and legality.

A Warsaw police officer in 1921 was documented wearing experimental body armour, marking an early attempt at protective gear for law enforcement.