Remembering Bela Lugosi, The Classic Dracula
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Amelia Earhart Found? The Search Continues
Of all the American female aviators in history, Amelia Earhart has captured the world’s imagination the most. The longevity of her story, perhaps, can be credited as much to her own iconic image as to the mysterious and unfinished ending of her...
Nelson Mandela's Birthday and Biography: A Timeline of Events
“As I have said, the first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself... Great peacemakers are all people of integrity, of honesty, but humility.” – Nelson Mandela A...
Margaret Thatcher: The Personality and Politics of The Iron Lady
On May 14, 1979, Margaret Thatcher appeared on the cover of Time magazine with the title “Britain’s Fighting Lady.” She was Britain’s first female prime minister and would become one of the most important political figures of...
Royal Facts About Her Majesty's 60-Year Reign
In celebration of her 60 years on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II is being honored with her Diamond Jubilee starting on June 2. Her Majesty reigns over the United Kingdom and 15 other Commonwealth realms, which include Australia, New Zealand, Canada...
Photo of the Week: The Hatfield Clan
The producers at BIO.com review hundreds of photos of famous figures each week, from award-winning actors and popular singers, to headliners and scandal-makers. While we're digging through these archives, we often come across amazing photos that we're...
Remembering 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson'
“Heeeeeerre’s Johnny!” For decades, TV viewers waited for this rousing introduction by sidekick Ed McMahon, who announced the talk show host in grand style each night. But alas, on May 22, 1992, the host took his final 'Tonight Show' bow.
Anne Frank: Her Diary Reconsidered
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Titanic's 100th Anniversary: 6 Survivor Stories
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The Titanic Orphans
There were over 700 survivors of the Titanic disaster, and each one had a unique story. Among the most poignant tales is that of Michel and Edmond Navratil, who were known as the "Titanic orphans." The two boys were only two and four years old at the...
First Ladies and Their Causes
The first lady of the United States plays a vital role in setting the tone for the national office. Though it is not an official job, first ladies throughout U.S. history have entertained, served as advisors to their husbands and have set fashion trends...
Andy Warhol and The Factory
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