Natural disasters are usually remembered for the destruction they leave behind. But some disasters ...

History is primarily shaped by the decisions individuals, groups, and societies make. Seemingly insignificant, little, and even last-minute choices have the potential to change the course of events ...

March is Women’s History month, and I wanted to pay tribute to a woman whose story inspired me to write a book. My book "I am the Storm, Inspiring Stories of People who fight against overwhelming Odds ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sughnen Yongo is a Midwest writer covering Black women, pop culture. Apr 10, 2025, 12:05pm EDT Martin Luther King waves to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 17th February 1965: Black Muslim activist Malcolm X (1925 - 1965) arrives at London Airport carrying a portable cinecamera. (Photo ...

Chef places a plate with meat into an open "Rada Range" microwave; he's wearing a traditional white uniform and hat. Percy Spencer was so fascinated by the sinking of the Titanic that he became a ...

It's crazy to think that we could be just one invention away from having a drastically different future. And yet, that's exactly why we have our current reality. For centuries, people have been ...

Paul Coulter’s 5 Mistakes That Changed History is an ingenious historical exploration, which is as sharp in its storytelling as it is rich in historical detail. Coulter has created an exciting, ...

Looking for a quick Black history lesson? Here’s a round-up of important Black historical figures you need to know about. Whether you’re wanting to brush up on your Black history or are a full-on ...