That Time A President Got In Trouble With The Police
John Marszalek, executive director of the Ulysses S. Grant Association, tells the story of President Grant's 1872 arrest.
History
1968: When Apollo 8 First Orbited The Moon And Saw The Earth Rise In Space
On Dec. 21, 1968, the Apollo program's second manned spaceflight lifted off from Earth to orbit the moon. Many people still remember the greetings from astronauts, sent from space.
Apollo 8 Astronauts Captured World's Attention In 1968 Moon Mission
Fifty years ago, Apollo 8 lifted off. It was the first time humans left low-earth orbit and flew to the moon. The mission capped a difficult year in U.S. history.
Examining Presidential Friendships, Which Are A Key Part Of Politics
Noel King talks to columnist and commentator Cokie Roberts about how presidential friendships have affected political history.
Who Is Caring For The Health And Safety Of Coal Miners?
A new investigation discovered government regulators failed to protect coal miners from toxic dust exposure, which led to black lung.
From Slavery To 'American Wonder': Revisiting Frederick Douglass' Remarkable Life
Historian David Blight's new biography describes Douglass' escape from slavery, his passionate leadership in the abolitionist movement and his gift as a writer and orator.
Library Of Congress Honors Groundbreaking 1898 Film Depicting Black Joy
Something Good, a film that shows the first known on-screen kiss between two black actors — and the last until 1945 — is being added to the National Film Registry.
After More Than 4,000 Years, Vibrant Egyptian Tomb Sees The Light Of Day
Particularly striking are its well-preserved colors – light yellows, rich blues and a reddish-brown skin tone. Officials announced the discovery Saturday at the site in Saqqara, outside of Cairo.
Mystery Blast Sank The USS San Diego in 1918. New Report Reveals What Happened
A team of researchers had been trying to determine whether the armored cruiser was lost to sabotage, an accident or an attack.
Miracle On Your Street: How The Post Office Handles Holidays
Is the USPS headed for a revamp?