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Here are the books you heard about on the August 13 edition of Off The Shelf: Helping Children Succeed: What Works and Why, by Paul Tough100 Days of...

On this date in 1837, New Yorkers rioted in a way that has not been seen since. And in 1981 the New York Times published the longest sentence ever.

On this date in 1868, a massive earthquake hit Peru with a magnitude of 9.0 on the Richter scale. And on this date in 2015, the United States government...

On this date in 1759, the very first music store opened in America. And in 2003, President George W. Bush made a major announcement.

On this date in 1962 a song by Chubby Checkers took the world by storm. And in 1992, a groundbreaking in Cleveland set into motion a new era.

On this date in 1949 a forgotten wallet paved the way for the future in business. And in 1965, the Rolling Stones recorded one of the most well-known...

On this date in 1939, "Ol' Blue Eyes" made his recording debut. And in 1923, one of the most iconic signs was dedicated in Los Angeles.

On this date in 1937, NBC formed a new orchestra for radio. And in 1982, a new memorial made its debut that honored veterans.

On this date in 1868 the United States began their first-ever impeachment trial against a United States President. And in 1942, the division of the...

On this date in 1940 Winston Churchill gave his first official speech as Prime Minister. And in 1950, a new concept to pay the bill was created.