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The Sitcom Star Who Healed Thousands of Children
In the 1960s, Danny Thomas was a household name. His family sitcom, The Danny Thomas Show, was a smash hit, running for over 10 years. Thomas—who struggled for years before his big break—always attributed his success to St. Jude.
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Constitutional Amendments Quiz
How well do you know the U.S. Constitution’s amendments?
This Week in History Quiz: September 13-19
Test your knowledge of this week in history trivia in this timed quiz.
World’s Oldest Things Quiz
Test your knowledge of the oldest things in the world in this timed quiz.
American Colonies Quiz
Test your knowledge of Colonial America in this timed quiz.Now Streaming on HISTORY
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Fall Equinox 2026
The fall equinox is the first day of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. Arriving in September, the day has spawned rituals in many cultures.
How Fall Colors Turned New England Into a Leaf Peeping Hot Spot
Since New England’s forests regenerated in the 1800s, visitors have been ogling its patchwork of fall colors.
‘Pumpkin Spice’ Has Been a Thing for 3,500 Years
A key ingredient in the flavor was discovered on ancient pottery shards in Indonesia, revealing it has been around for a long, looooong time.
How Pickling Helped Early American Colonists Survive
Families packed everything from cabbage to watermelon rinds to pork, beef and fish to sustain food supplies into the winter months.
HISTORY Honors 250
250 Objects That Tell the Story of America
These items reveal the nation’s character and its constant evolution.
250 Events That Shaped America
These pivotal moments changed how Americans live, work, create and govern.
250 People Who Shaped America
These changemakers include icons as well as architects of everyday life.
HISTORY Honors 250 Hub
Explore HISTORY videos and stories about America's 250th.Sign up for Inside History
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The History of Better Sleep
Explore the surprising history of sleep apnea, from Dickens and presidents to strange devices and modern treatment breakthroughs.
The Surprising History of Sleep Apnea
From Dickens’ Pickwick Papers to modern Inspire® therapy, explore how sleep apnea treatment has evolved over nearly two centuries.
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First-person interviews and visual effects bring to life the experiences of those who were inside the towers on 9/11.
