McCullough's best-selling biographies of former Presidents Harry S.
Truman and John Adams are widely considered to have elevated the reputations of both men.
Responding to criticism that he was too "soft" with his depiction of Truman, ... McCullough responded, “some people not only want their leaders to have feet of clay, but to be all clay.” But even those who could be critical of McCullough's work openly praised him for his character and generosity.
He was also passionate about historical preservation, ... and was openly critical of plans for a Civil War theme park that were finally scrapped by the Walt Disney Company.
This Day in History: , Prince Dies.
April 21, 2016.
The iconic musician, 57,
was found dead at his estate,
Paisley Park, in Minnesota.
Prince had overdosed on fentanyl.
His death was ruled accidental.
Over the span of four decades,
Prince transcended genre and created
more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros.
Prince often played all of the
instruments on the album himself.
He was charismatic and electrifying on stage.
His 1984 album 'Purple Rain'
sold 13 million copies. It was number one
on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks.
He won seven Grammy awards.
His final album was released in 2015,
just months before his death.
Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com
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Dickey Betts -- the longtime guitarist from the Allman Brothers Band -- has died after some health issues ... this according to his family. The musician's loved.. TMZ.com
Carl Erskine, , 1950s Dodgers Pitcher, , Dead at 97.
NBC reports that the baseball legend
died at Community Hospital Anderson in Indiana.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
The right-handed pitcher had a career record of 122-78 with 981 strikeouts and an ERA of 4.00.
Erskine's best season came in 1953
when he led the National League
with a record of 20-6.
In 1954, Erskine had another
All-Star season, winning 18 games.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
For millions of fans, he was
a baseball hero. For his family
and thousands of Special Olympians,
Carl was someone who always
believed everything was possible. , Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC.
His legacy is one
of deep compassion
and encouragement
of the human spirit, Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC
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OJ Simpson , Dead at 76.
The football star and actor who was acquitted of murder charges in the '90s has died after battling prostate cancer, ESPN reports. .
His family took to X on April 10
to share the news of his death. .
On April 10th, our father,
Orenthal James Simpson,
succumbed to his battle with cancer. , O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
He was surrounded by his
children and grandchildren. , O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
During this time of transition, his family
asks that you please respect their
wishes for privacy and grace, O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
Simpson played in the NFL for 11 seasons, nine of which were with the Buffalo Bills.
But his football career was overshadowed by the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown,
and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in 1994.
But his football career was overshadowed by the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown,
and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in 1994.
Simpson, a murder suspect at the time, famously led L.A. police on a low-speed chase in a white Ford Bronco driven by Al Cowlings.
About 95 million people tuned
in to watch the televised chase.
About 95 million people tuned
in to watch the televised chase.
In 1995, Simpson was found not guilty of murder, but in 1997, he was found liable for the two deaths and was ordered to pay the victims' family members $33.5 million.
At the age of 61, Simpson was imprisoned
for armed robbery and other felonies. .
He served a nine-year sentence.
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Chance Perdomo, , Star of ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,’ , Dead at 27.
A representative for Perdomo
confirmed his death, CNN reports. .
On behalf of the family and his
representatives, it is with heavy
hearts that we share the news of
Chance Perdomo’s untimely passing
as a result of a motorcycle accident, Rachel Hunt, representative for Chance Perdomo, to CNN.
His passion for the arts and insatiable
appetite for life was felt by all who
knew him, and his warmth will carry
on in those who he loved dearest, Rachel Hunt, representative for Chance Perdomo, to CNN.
No other individuals were involved in
the motorcycle accident, CNN reports. .
Perdomo was best known for his roles in 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' and 'Gen V.'.
In 2019, he was nominated for a best leading actor BAFTA award for his work in 'Killed by My Debt.'.
Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television issued a statement about Perdomo's death.
The entire 'Gen V' family is
devastated by the sudden
passing of Chance Perdomo. , Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television, via statement.
Amazon MGM Studios and Sony
Pictures Television extend our
heartfelt thoughts and support
to Chance’s family and all who
loved him at this difficult time, Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television, via statement.
The producers of 'Gen V' also
spoke highly of Perdomo. .
We can’t quite wrap
our heads around this. , Producers of 'Gen V,' via X.
For those of us who knew him and
worked with him, Chance was always
charming and smiling, an enthusiastic
force of nature, an incredibly talented
performer, and more than anything
else, just a very kind, lovely person, Producers of 'Gen V,' via X.
Even writing about him in the past
tense doesn’t make sense. We are so
sorry for Chance’s family, and we are
grieving the loss of our friend and
colleague. Hug your loved ones tonight, Producers of 'Gen V,' via X
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How to Stay Calm , and Manage Work Anxiety.
Lifehack asked Kat Truman, a life coach at
The Power of Change, to offer her advice for
ways people can cope with work-related anxiety. .
Here are some of her tips.
Learn to process your emotions.
Find healthy outlets, and figure out how to move on. .
Healthy outlets could include journaling or talking with someone about the situation and how it makes you feel.
According to Truman, this step is
crucial. It allows you to think clearly. .
Avoid negative or judgmental
thoughts about yourself. .
Being overly critical of ourselves
can lead to toxic feelings of anxiety. .
Once you have stopped judging yourself,
it's time to question your beliefs.
Truman suggests that the power of perspective and positive thinking can be a game changer.
An aspect of this is figuring out what you want
and how you want your life to be different. .
According to Truman, it's important to have
a solid support system of people who are
positive and encouraging.
It's also important to not neglect yourself
or your needs and reenergize
through good self-care habits. .
Good self-care habits can include
meditation, yoga, quiet time, exercise,
quality sleep and proper nutrition.
Good self-care habits can include
meditation, yoga, quiet time, exercise,
quality sleep and proper nutrition.
Overall, Truman suggests taking control
of what you can and evaluating ways
to better manage your work life.
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This Day in History:, The Boston Massacre.
March 5, 1770.
A skirmish in front of the Boston Custom House
between British soldiers and angry colonists ended in
violence when the troops opened fire on the crowd.
Three Americans were killed instantly and several
other men eventually died from their injuries.
The incident followed several years of tensions
and violence in colonial Massachusetts.
... partly due to revenue duties imposed on the colonists by
the Townshed Acts passed by British Parliament.
The violence turned colonial sentiment against
the British and King George in the years leading
up to the American Revolution.
John Adams wrote that the "foundation of
American independence was laid" by the massacre
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This Day in History: , Dr. Seuss Is Born.
March 2, 1904.
Theodor Seuss Geisel —
best known by his pen name
Dr. Seuss — was born in Springfield, MA.
Geisel first used the pseudonym
Seuss at Dartmouth College as a
contributor to the school's humor magazine.
After returning from his
studies at Oxford, Geisel
pursued cartooning full time.
His first book under the name Dr. Seuss,
'And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street,'
was rejected 27 times.
In 1957, Dr. Seuss wrote
The Cat in the Hat as a
vocabulary primer for children.
The book was a massive success
and a major turning point in
the career of Dr. Seuss.
Dr. Seuss published more than 60 books,
won the 1984 Pulitzer Prize, an Academy
Award, three Emmys and three Grammys.
His artwork shares space
in galleries with Rembrandt and Picasso
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2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced.
2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
This year's honorees are
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang.
Ozzy Osbourne and
A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. .
Ozzy Osbourne and
A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. .
John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll
Hall of Fame Foundation, issued a
statement about this year's inductees.
Rock & Roll is an ever-evolving
amalgam of sounds that impacts
culture and moves generations, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR.
This diverse group of inductees
each broke down musical barriers
and influenced countless artists
that followed in their footsteps, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Musical Excellence Award will be given to
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick
and Norman Whitfield.
The Ahmet Ertegun Award, which honors those
who don't perform music but have made an impact
in the industry, will go to Suzanne de Passe.
The induction ceremony will take place on Oct. 19 and will stream live on Disney+.
It will be available to view on Hulu the following
day and will also air on ABC at a later date.
It will be available to view on Hulu the following
day and will also air on ABC at a later date
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Bill Maher has no kids, but he was all about them Friday night as he RAILED on Hollywood and others for putting them at risk. The 'Real Time' host began with.. TMZ.com
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Disney to Ban Visitors , Who Lie About Disabilities.
The Walt Disney Company says that there has
been an uptick in fraudulent disability claims at
its parks from people attempting to gain Disability Access Services (DAS), 'New York Post' reports. .
On April 15, the company said that anyone found to have lied about a disability to obtain these services will be banned from Disney parks permanently. .
If it is determined that any of the
statements a Guest made in the
process of obtaining DAS are not true,
the Guest will be permanently barred
from entering the Walt Disney World
Resort and the Disneyland Resort, The Walt Disney Company, via statement.
Any previously purchased Annual
Passes, Magic Key passes, tickets and
other park products and services...
will be forfeited and not refunded, The Walt Disney Company, via statement.
DAS allows people with disabilities
to skip waiting in lines.
The company's website previously indicated
that the service was for “guests who have
difficulty tolerating extended waits in a
conventional queue environment due to a disability.”.
The website has since been updated to read, , “DAS is intended to accommodate a small
percentage of Guests who, due to a developmental disability like autism or similar, are unable to wait in a conventional queue for an extended period or time.”.
At Walt Disney World, “in-person registration will no longer be available at theme park Guest Relations locations starting May 20, 2024,” Disney said.
Instead, DAS registrations will
take place via virtual video chat. .
However, at Disneyland, guests can
apply for DAS via either virtual chat or an
"accessibility services" window beginning June 18. .
Anyone who currently has DAS will be required to re-apply, 'New York Post' reports.
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