throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 06.11.2026
- 06/06/26 10:58 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 06.04.2026
- 05/31/26 05:55 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2012: On June 3 Britain celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II with a grand pageant of more than 1,000 boats on the River Thames.
♦ 2004: Former President Ronald Reagan dies June 5 from Alzheimer's disease.
♦ 1998: On June 3 Germany suffered the tragic Eschede high-speed train derailment, then one of the worst rail disasters in modern European history.
♦ 1994: On June 8 the world was eagerly counting down … (14 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~05.28.2026
- 05/24/26 12:08 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 5.21.2026
- 05/17/26 11:51 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2018: From May 19–26 The wedding buzz surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle completely dominated headlines after their royal wedding at Windsor Castle.
♦ 2016: A rare “blue moon” event occurred for astronomy fans on May 22.
♦ 2012: On May 22 SpaceX launched its Dragon capsule on the first commercial mission to the International Space Station.
♦ 1990: North and South Yemen officially united to form the modern Republic of Yemen on May … (16 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 5.14.2026
- 05/10/26 03:11 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2014: Russian President Vladimir Putin signs a bill May 18 annexing Crimea.
♦ 2008: On May 19 The final season buildup for Sex and the City movie release had fans buzzing everywhere.
♦ 2004: Massachusetts same-sex marriage legalization officially began, marking a major milestone in U.S. history on May 19.
♦ 2004: On May 17 American Idol fever swept the country as viewers passionately debated finalists.
♦ 1998: On May 15 The final episode of … (15 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 05.07.2026
- 05/02/26 06:56 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2012: On May 9 Facebook finalized preparations for its IPO, which would become one of the biggest in tech history.
♦ 2010: On May 6 The “Flash Crash” shook Dow Jones Industrial Average, briefly dropping nearly 1,000 points in minutes before rebounding, leaving investors stunned.
♦ 1998: Apple introduced the colorful iMac, on May 6, redefining personal computer design.
♦ 1997: On May 11, the Deep Blue computer beats grandmaster Garry Kasparov at chess. … (12 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 4.30.2026
- 04/26/26 07:17 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2018: On May 2 the Apple Inc. became the first U.S. company to be widely recognized as approaching a $1 trillion valuation (it officially hit it later that year).
♦ 2011: Terrorist Osama bin Laden is killed by U.S. soldiers May 2 in Pakistan
♦ 2000: On May 3 the ILOVEYOU virus began spreading globally! It infected millions of computers within hours, causing billions in damage, one of the most destructive cyberattacks ever.
♦ … (17 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 4.23.2026
- 04/10/26 06:10 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2014: April 27 marked the canonization of Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII by Pope Francis in a historic Vatican ceremony.
♦ 2010: April 24 saw the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Mission 4, extending the life and capabilities of the iconic telescope.
♦ 1994: South Africa held its first fully democratic elections, on April 27, leading to the presidency of Nelson Mandela and the official end of apartheid.
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 4.16.2026
- 04/09/26 08:07 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2010: The Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster occurred on April 20, becoming one of the largest environmental disasters in U.S. history.
♦ 2005: The first YouTube video is uploaded April 23
♦ 1992: Earth Day celebrations on April 22 were gaining global momentum, raising awareness for environmental protection.
♦ 1990: The shuttle carrying the Hubble Space Telescope launches April 24.
♦ 1986: An April 26 disaster kills 31 at the Chernobyl nuclear plant in Kiev, … (11 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 4.09.2026
- 04/04/26 11:55 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2014: On April 8 – Microsoft officially ended support for Windows XP after 12 years, marking the end of an era for one of the most beloved operating systems.
♦ 2000: – Tiger Woods won The Masters Tournament 2000, a step toward his historic “Tiger Slam” on April 9.
♦ 1996: On April 13 – NBA legend Michael Jordan helped lead the Chicago Bulls toward their historic 72-win season.
♦ 1994: 1Major League … (16 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 4.02.2026
- 03/30/26 07:16 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2018: On April 2 Spotify goes public on the New York Stock Exchange, changing how music streaming companies approach Wall Street.
♦ 2014: The Supreme Court strikes down limits on political contributions April 2.
♦ 2010: On April 3 Apple Inc. releases the first-generation iPad, redefining personal tech and media consumption.
♦ 2004: On April 1 Gmail is announced by Google, initially thought by many to be an April Fool’s joke!
♦ 1985: On April … (15 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 3.26.2026
- 03/21/26 05:12 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2007: The first "Forever Stamp" is unveiled March 26 by the U.S. Postal Service.
♦ 1998: On March 27 “Titanic”—directed by James Cameron—continued its historic box office run, becoming the first film ever to gross over $1 billion worldwide.
♦ 1994: the 67th Academy Awards took place, with “Schindler’s List” taking home Best Picture—an unforgettable cinematic moment on March 27.
♦ 1983: On March 29, Erno Rubik receives a patent for his "Magic Cube" … (13 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 3.19.2026
- 03/14/26 02:40 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 3.12.2026
- 03/07/26 02:47 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 1993: The Senate confirms Janet Reno March 11 as the first female attorney general.
♦ 1990: Mikhail Gorbachev is elected first president of the Soviet Union March 15.
♦ 1972: The epic crime family drama "The Godfather" debuts March 15.
♦ 1949: Nazi broadcaster Mildred Gellars (Axis Sally) is convicted of treason March 10.
♦ 1912: On March 12, Juliette Low founds Girl Guides, now called Girl Scouts.
♦ 1899: Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin receives a … (20 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 3.05.2026
- 03/04/26 01:06 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2004: On Mach 5 lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart was convicted on charges related to insider trading.
♦ 2000: On March 4 the PlayStation 2 launched in Japan, released by Sony in Japan.
♦ 1994: The Supreme Court rules March 7 that parody is fair use of copyrighted material.
♦ 1981: Walter Cronkite anchors his final "CBS Evening News" report on March 6.
♦ 1975: Work begins March 9 on the Alaskan Oil Pipeline.
♦ 1965: On … (16 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 2.26.2026
- 02/22/26 02:09 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 2.19.2025
- 02/14/26 04:39 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2008: Fidel Castro resigns the presidency of Cuba on Feb. 19.
♦ 2001: Stock car legend Dale Earnhardt dies Feb. 18, after crashing at the Daytona 500.
♦ 2000: • A massive grassland fire burned roughly 1,300 acres in South Dakota due to dry, windy conditions on Feb 19.
♦ 1997: NBC airs “Schindler’s List” completely uncensored Feb.23.
♦ 1997: Scottish scientists announce they have successfully cloned a sheep on Feb. 22.
♦ 1968: … (10 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 2.12.2026
- 02/11/26 11:53 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2005: The video-sharing website YouTube goes online Feb. 14.
♦ 2002: On Feb 16 the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City are in full swing, marking the first Olympics held after 9/11, with heightened security and strong patriotic sentiment throughout the Games.
♦ 2000: On Feb. 13 Charles Schulz’s final original Peanuts comic strip is published the day after his passing, closing a beloved chapter in American comic history.
♦ 1999: The Senate … (13 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 2.5.2026
- 02/01/26 05:07 AM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2015: On Feb 8 The New England Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX, remembered for Malcolm Butler’s game-saving interception at the goal line.
♦ 2010: On Feb 8 A massive winter storm dubbed “Snowmageddon” shut down Washington, D.C., burying the region under historic snowfall.
♦ 2004: The social networking site Facebook launches Feb. 4.
♦ 2002: Queen Elizabeth II marked 50 years on the throne on Feb. 6th, celebrating her Golden … (11 comments)
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throwback thursdays: Throwback Thursdays ~ Fun Facts ~ 1.29.2026
- 01/24/26 03:18 PM
Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
♦ 2010: On Jan. 31 – Grammy Awards: Beyoncé broke records with six Grammy wins, the most ever by a female artist at the time.
♦ 2009: Eric Holder is sworn in Feb. 3 as the first Black attorney general.
♦ 2008: February 2 – Super Bowl XLII: The New York Giants defeated the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17–14, a major upset and one of the most memorable Super Bowls in history.
♦ 1994: … (17 comments)
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Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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