Milestones

Judge’s Historic Homer Propels Yankees Past Red Sox, Sets New Milestones in the Process

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BOSTON — Jazz Chisholm Jr. can hardly contain his excitement when he watches New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge crush a baseball. During a recent game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, Chisholm was quick to glance at the scoreboard after Judge launched a 468-foot home run off a fastball thrown by Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito. This stunning blast not only set the tone for the Yankees’ 4-1 victory, but it also marked Judge’s 47th home run of the season. The pitch, clocked at 92.5 mph, was sent soaring at an impressive … Read more

Historic Milestones: From Louis XIV’s Reign to Major Civil Rights Advances on This Date Through the Ages

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On this day in St. Louis, Missouri, a legacy of historical significance unfolds, marked by notable events across centuries. From a monarch’s ascension to pivotal advancements in medicine and social justice, many incidents of importance have emerged on this date. In 1643, at just 4 years old, Louis XIV assumed control of France, later earning the title “The Sun King.” His reign significantly shaped French history and influenced European politics for decades. More than a century later, in 1796, Dr. Edward Jenner successfully tested his smallpox vaccine, marking a critical milestone in medical history. His … Read more

Dec. 28: A Momentous Day in History Highlights Judicial Decisions, Cinema Milestones, and Major Birthdays

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Today marks a momentous day in history, as we reach the 363rd day of the year 2024 with only three days remaining. This date has been witness to several key events that have shaped our world in various spheres, from groundbreaking advancements in cinema to pivotal legislative enactments. It was on December 28, 2015, when a significant legal decision came out of Cleveland, as a grand jury chose not to indict two white officers in the death of Tamir Rice, a 12-year-old Black boy who was shot while holding a toy pellet gun. The decision … Read more

Dec. 28: A Day of Historical Milestones and Tragic Memories, from the Lumiere Brothers’ Film Debut to the End of U.S. Combat in Afghanistan

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As 2024 nears its close, December 28 marks not only the 363rd day of this leap year but also an opportunity to reflect on significant historical events that occurred on this day across different years. Among today’s critical remembrances is the 2015 decision by a Cleveland grand jury not to charge two white officers in the fatal shooting of 12-year-old Tamir Rice, a Black youth, who was holding a toy pellet gun at the time. This tragic event is among several impactful occurrences that have taken place on December 28, spanning from breakthroughs in entertainment … Read more