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A groundbreaking exhibition in Western Australia is rewriting colonial history by centering Indigenous voices that were deliberately overlooked for 140 years. Seven Menang elders are sharing their oral histories to complete the story of Albany, Australia's first colonial settlement.
A free community celebration in Alexandria, Virginia is helping fill gaps in Black history by turning family photos and documents into a digital archive. The event has already preserved over 3,000 pieces of history.
Since the 1860s, Black family reunions have been healing broken bonds and preserving culture. What started as formerly enslaved people searching for lost relatives is now a powerful tradition keeping history alive.
While their brothers became household names, these seven remarkable women were warriors, musical prodigies, and spiritual leaders who shaped history in their own right. Their stories deserve to be told.
Caroline Harvey became the first defender ever selected first overall in PWHL Draft history, capping off a stellar year that included Olympic gold and tournament MVP honors. The 23-year-old star joins Vancouver alongside best friend Laila Edwards, who made history as the highest-drafted Black player in league history.
The Georgia Bulldogs just became the first team in SEC history to win all five road series in conference play, capping off a dominant championship season. Their catcher also made NCAA history with a rare power and speed combination that only five players before him have achieved.
Two educators are attempting to break a Guinness World Record by teaching the longest history lesson ever: 30-plus hours covering 5,000 years of Black history. Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwen Ebron started their marathon teaching session in Philadelphia, turning endurance into education. #
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket, creating the first father-to-son assist in NBA's 78-year history. The Lakers teammates made sports history while making a dad's dream come true.
Lerna Ekmekcioglu, who studies how communities seek justice after hardship, becomes head of MIT's History Section. Her colleagues celebrate a department known for ambitious projects and genuine collaboration.
Students at the University of Ghana participated in an international educational event honoring World War II history for the first time in the country. The Victory Dictation brought together Ghanaian students and Russian expatriates in a unique cross-cultural learning experience.
The Nebraska Broadcasters Association just awarded $2,000 scholarships to three college students chasing their dreams in radio and television. These future journalists represent the next generation bringing stories to Nebraska communities.
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Museums and monuments across America are bringing Civil Rights history to life through artifacts, statues, and preserved sites. From Greensboro lunch counters to Medgar Evers' home, these landmarks ensure future generations learn from the courage of everyday heroes.
Workers planting trees outside Notre Dame Cathedral discovered an archaeological treasure trove beneath the iconic church. The dig is revealing 2,000 years of Parisian history hidden underground. ##
Freeman Johnson, the oldest living Pearl Harbor survivor at 106, spent decades in silence but now shares his story with schoolchildren and communities worldwide. His message? History matters, but so does the life you build after.
After 41 years as the beloved "voice of summer" for Seattle Mariners fans, radio broadcaster Rick Rizzs received a standing ovation when he was unanimously elected to the team's Hall of Fame. He becomes only the second non-player inducted, joining his mentor Dave Niehaus.
The Los Angeles Dodgers just became the first MLB team ever to start three Japanese-born pitchers in consecutive games. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki, and Shohei Ohtani made history this week in a moment that celebrates baseball's growing global reach.
A retired physics professor has spent three decades helping strangers discover their family histories and neighborhood roots. At 93, Irvin Miller still shows up every Tuesday morning to keep the past alive.
Wayne Coolwell spent five decades capturing Indigenous Australian life through his camera lens, and now his stunning photo archive is showing the world what he saw. The State Library of Queensland is celebrating the late broadcaster's visual legacy starting Saturday.
A new traveling museum is making engineering history accessible and emotionally moving for people across America. The IEEE Global Museum showcases rare artifacts like a 1918 radio prototype and the first "brick" cellphones, helping visitors connect with the innovations that changed our world.
England's legendary 1966 World Cup victory returns to television in full color for the first time, raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer's Society. The broadcast honors former players affected by dementia while celebrating one of football's most iconic moments.
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