The Weird and Wondrous Evolution of Super Bowl Halftime ShowsFrom a disastrous ‘Battle of New Orleans’ and a 3‑D glasses experiment to the comical ‘Left Shark,’ the entertainment has captured the public’s imagination.Read more
Why Did the Beatles Break Up?Creative differences, money problems and a certain band member’s girlfriend have all been used to explain the split. But what if the truth was a lot more complicated?Read more
Why the First Gay Olympics Was a Watershed Moment in SportsThe organizers of the San Francisco event faced major challenges, including a lawsuit by the U.S. Olympic Committee.Read more
What Is the Monarch’s Role in British Government?Gone are the days of absolute monarchy. Today, the ruler’s duties are merely ceremonial.Read more
When California (Briefly) Became Its Own NationFollowing the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846, California existed as an independent nation—for 25 days.Read more
5 Things You May Not Know About Leap DayThe extra day tacked on to every fourth year is a subtle admission that even something as regular and simple as a calendar can be more complicated than we think.Read more
