Comedian Freddie Roman Dead at 85

This Day in History: The Beatles Arrive in New York

This Day in History:, The Beatles Arrive in New York. February 7, 1964. Arriving at Kennedy Airport, this was the British rock band's first visit to America, paving the way for "Beatlemania.". They were greeted by 3,000 screaming fans who almost caused a riot when they stepped off the plane. Two days later, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon and George Harrison made their first appearance on the 'Ed Sullivan Show.'. About 40 percent of the U.S. population — 73 million U.S. television viewers — tuned in to watch. The Beatles’ first American tour left a major imprint on the nation’s cultural memory. The band was the perfect catalyst for America's youth to shift away from the culturally rigid landscape of the 1950s

Happy Birthday, Chris Rock!

Happy Birthday, Chris Rock!. Christopher Julius Rock turns 58 years old today. Here are five facts about the comedian. 1. He was discovered and mentored by Eddie Murphy. 2. Rock’s show, 'Everybody Hates Chris,' was inspired by his own life, growing up in New York. 3. He made his breakthrough as a cast member on 'Saturday Night Live.'. 4. Rock loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. 5. Comedy Central listed the Grammy and Emmy winner as one of the greatest stand-up comedians of all time. Happy Birthday, Chris Rock!

"I'm lucky": Salman Rushdie speaks out in first interview since New York attack

In his first interview since being attacked with a knife at a literary event in New York last year, Salman Rushdie expressed gratitude for having survived the incident

Arctic Outbreak Causes Rare Weather Phenomena Across US Northeast

Arctic Outbreak Causes , Rare Weather Phenomena , Across US Northeast. 'Newsweek' reports that the Northeast of the United States has experienced a number of rare cold weather phenomena amid an arctic blast. Record-breaking cold air struck New England with wind chills below negative ten degrees in New York and as low as - 60 degrees in northern Maine. On February 4, New Hampshire experienced the coldest wind chill ever recorded in U.S. history, reaching more that -108 degrees. On February 4, New Hampshire experienced the coldest wind chill ever recorded in U.S. history, reaching more that -108 degrees. The National Weather Service described the cold front as , "a historic Arctic outbreak for the modern era.". In addition to the historically low temperatures, the region also experienced a number of rare winter weather events, including frost quakes, cracking trees and sea smoke. In addition to the historically low temperatures, the region also experienced a number of rare winter weather events, including frost quakes, cracking trees and sea smoke. Frost quakes, otherwise known as cryoseisms, are just like earthquakes, which generate tremors and thunderous sensations when large cracks develop in frozen soil. Dan Skoff, KNWA News chief meteorologist, says that frost quakes can shake houses, which occurred in Arkansas late in January amid a similar weather event. The NWS also shared eerie videos of trees cracking, likely from water inside the trees freezing and expanding, which , "caused some tree damage and power outages.". The same region also experienced sea smoke, otherwise known as frost smoke or steam fog, which occurs when frigid air moves over warmer water. Sea smoke, which creates the appearance of smoke over the water and typically occurs in the Arctic, was spotted by residents in Little Compton, Rhode Island. Sea smoke, which creates the appearance of smoke over the water and typically occurs in the Arctic, was spotted by residents in Little Compton, Rhode Island

Americans Want the FBI to Search All of Biden's Properties, Poll Suggests

Americans Want the FBI, to Search All of Biden's Properties, Poll Suggests. 'Newsweek' reports that a recent poll shows that a majority of Americans want all of Joe Biden's properties to be searched by the FBI for classified documents. On February 1, the FBI searched Biden's Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, vacation home and found no classified papers. . The latest search comes after classified documents were discovered in the president's former office and his home in Greenville, Delaware. The latest search comes after classified documents were discovered in the president's former office and his home in Greenville, Delaware. The 'Newsweek' poll was conducted between January 28 and 29 among 1,500 eligible U.S. voters. According to the poll, 65% of participants think "all of Joe Biden's properties" should be officially searched. . The survey also found that 43% of those polled believe Biden or his staff "probably deliberately kept those classified documents.". On the same question, 34% of those polled said they thought it had been a mistake, and another 23% said they were unsure. 52% of those polled said they believe that Trump or his staff also "probably deliberately kept those classified documents" found on August 8 at his Florida resort. Another 27% of polled voters said they think that Trump was likely in possession of the documents by mistake. Meanwhile, 64% of people polled by 'Newsweek' said they think that the FBI should search all of Trump's properties for additional documents, with only 11% disagreeing.

Governor Ron DeSantis Blocks African American History AP Course in Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis , Blocks African American History, AP Course in Florida. ABC News reports that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' administration has rejected a high school Advanced Placement African American history course. The Florida Department of Education said the course is , "inexplicably contrary to Florida law and significantly lacks educational value.". If the course comes into compliance and incorporates historically accurate content, the department will reopen the discussion, Florida DOE official, via ABC. ABC News reports that the course is currently being taught in pilot programs across the country with plans to make it available to any high school that wants it by 2024. ABC News reports that DeSantis' decision signifies his latest effort to combat "woke"-ness in education. We seek normalcy, not philosophical lunacy, we will not allow reality, facts and truth to become optional. We will never surrender to the woke mob. Florida is where woke goes to die, Ron DeSantis, via ABC. DeSantis' administration has pushed the "Stop WOKE" Act, which aims to restrict race-related content in workplaces, schools and colleges. DeSantis' administration has pushed the "Stop WOKE" Act, which aims to restrict race-related content in workplaces, schools and colleges. ABC News reports that law has been temporarily blocked and is currently facing legal opposition. DeSantis' administration is also responsible for the Parental Rights in Education Law aimed at restricting content on sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms. DeSantis' administration is also responsible for the Parental Rights in Education Law aimed at restricting content on sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms

DeSantis Proposes Statewide Ban on COVID-19 Pandemic Mitigation Measures

DeSantis Proposes Statewide Ban , on COVID-19 Pandemic Mitigation Measures. On January 17, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposed a policy which would ban many pandemic mitigation efforts. . CNN reports that the proposed ban would include mask mandates and vaccine requirements in the state. . When the world lost its mind, Florida was a refuge of sanity, serving strongly as freedom’s linchpin. These measures will ensure Florida remains this way and will provide landmark protections for free speech for medical practitioners, Ron DeSantis, via CNN. The proposal would prohibit vaccine passports and ban schools from imposing vaccine or mask mandates, businesses from requiring masks and employers from mandating vaccines. The proposal would prohibit vaccine passports and ban schools from imposing vaccine or mask mandates, businesses from requiring masks and employers from mandating vaccines. CNN reports that DeSantis has emerged as an outspoken critic of many pandemic mitigation measures. In December, the Florida governor urged the Supreme Court to open an investigation into , "any and all wrongdoing in Florida with respect to COVID-19 vaccines.". In December, the Florida governor urged the Supreme Court to open an investigation into , "any and all wrongdoing in Florida with respect to COVID-19 vaccines.". DeSantis requested a grand jury investigation into a number of entities associated with developing, distributing and promoting vaccines. DeSantis requested a grand jury investigation into a number of entities associated with developing, distributing and promoting vaccines. The investigation would reportedly include pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical associations and their executive officers. In 2021, DeSantis signed legislation that imposed fines on businesses and hospitals for requiring vaccination without exemptions or alternative courses of action