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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.
How NASCAR Became One of America’s Most Watched Sports
NASCAR began with Prohibition-era moonshiners modifying cars to outrun the law and one another. Their underground races laid the foundation for the nationally celebrated motorsport it is today.
9/11: The Legacy
Hear extraordinary stories of resilience and healing from the children impacted by 9/11.
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The 9/11 Generation
Take a look at how 9/11 became a benchmark for whole generations of young Americans, influencing their attitudes about service, terror, and hope.
How German Food Shaped New York
Buddy Valastro visits Zum Stammtisch, one of the last remaining old-school German restaurants in Queens, New York.
The Hunt for the Anthrax Killer
As the country reels in the aftermath of 9/11, an entirely new threat spreads across the nation. Deadly anthrax spores sent through the mail killed five people and stretched authorities thin.
Clara Lemlich and the Uprising of 20,000 Garment Workers
Two years before the Triangle Fire, Clara Lemlich urged thousands at Cooper Union to strike for safer garment factory conditions.
History's Greatest Mysteries: The Mystery of Machu Picchu
With 500-year-old secrets, hidden in skeletons and stone, Machu Picchu is one of the most puzzling archaeological sites on earth. Who built this astonishing complex, and why?
