Why Red Foods Are Popular on Juneteenth

Why Red Foods Are Popular on Juneteenth

Juneteenth celebrations are steeped in traditions, one being the consumption of red food and beverages.

Who Said It?

Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.-Rachel Carson
The time is always right to do what is right.-Martin Luther King Jr.

Daredevils Through History

7 Death-Defying Historic American Daredevils

We've always been a nation of risk-takers, from the Yankee Leaper of the 1820s to the 1960s stuntman behind The Great Escape.

Don't try this at home! These daredevils are known for pushing limits in dangerous situations.

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HISTORY Shorts

Early 20th Century U.S.

Violet Jessup, a stewardess on the Titanic, became the only woman to survive its sinking and that of its sister ship, Britannic.

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Black History

In the 1960s, civil rights leaders revived the celebration of Juneteenth and brought it back into American life.

Inventions & Science

Alan Hart pioneered X-rays for TB detection and was the first documented trans person in the U.S. to have a hysterectomy.

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Inventions & Science

Love it or hate it, the beer can is an iconic part of American culture. But there was a time when the beer can was almost made extinct.

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Who's Making History

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David Beckham

The British soccer legend received a knighthood from King Charles III for service to sport and charity.

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Kiara Romero

The 19-year-old University of Oregon sophomore recorded the lowest final round score by an amateur in U.S. Women's Open history.

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain celebrates a point against Jannik Sinner of Italy during the men's final match at the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on June 08, 2025 in Paris, France.

Carlos Alcaraz

The 22-year-old became the first player in tennis history to stave off three championship points before winning a Grand Slam.

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