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An earthquake caused catastrophic destruction on this date 151 years ago. Just four years ago, a stolen painting found its way home.

On this date in 1940, a collection of cave paintings discovered in a France cavern shed some light on the past. And in 1981, a new cartoon debuted in...

On this date in 1899, one of the most popular ragtimes debuted. And in 1971, the first ramen noodles were made avaliable to the public.

On this date in 1895, Niagara Falls' power was harnessed for the first time. And in 1980, a bomb discovered in a Lake Tahoe resort created a carnival...

On this date in 1885, a new technology helped pave the way for how cars were fueled with gas. And in 1958, a color video recording made history.

President Dwight Eisenhower blazed a trail in presidential travel on this date in 1957. And in 1976, this still-popular gameshow debuted on ABC.

On this date in 1916, a man by the name of William Boeing founded a new company that would later be a top name in aircraft. And in 1931, an American...

On this date in 1879, something major happened in San Francisco that caused boats to stand still. And in 1961, JFK made a suggestion regarding the moon...

On this date in 1938 a historic time capsule was buried at the New York World's Fair. And in 1949, eccentric Cleveland Indians owner Bill Veeck was at...

The Senate resumes debate on the immigration bill after passing a vote to bring the bill back to the floor. The measure provides a path to citizenship for millions of undocumented worker, and tighter border security. But the legislative road ahead for the controversial measure is seen as anything but smooth.