Interesting Things with JC #660: ‘Golden Gate Bridge" - The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, opened to the public. It became a major landmark and symbol of engineering achievement, spanning 1.7 miles across the Golden Gate Strait.

Interesting Things with JC #659: "24hrs of Le Mans" - Rev your engines and join the excitement of the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans race! From burning rubber to cheering spectators, experience the ultimate endurance race. Follow the action on #LeMans24 and don't miss a beat.

Interesting Things with JC #658: “Man on the Moon” - May 25th, 1961: President John F. Kennedy announced the goal of sending a man to the moon by the end of the decade. The Apollo program eventually achieved the goal and became a significant milestone in space exploration.

Interesting Things with JC #657: "The Brooklyn Bridge" - May 24th, 1883: The Brooklyn Bridge, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn, opened to the public. It became a symbol of engineering excellence and a major landmark in New York City.

Interesting Things with JC #656: "Captain William Kidd" - Captain William Kidd, once a Scottish sailor commissioned to hunt pirates, turned to piracy himself and met his end at the gallows in London on this day in 1701. A cautionary tale of greed and corruption on the high seas.

Interesting Things with JC #655: "Chile 9.5" - May 22nd, 1960: Chile was hit by a massive earthquake, resulting in over 1,000 deaths and widespread damage. The disaster became a reminder of the importance of earthquake preparedness and disaster relief efforts.

Interesting Things with JC #654: "The University of Chicago's Oriental Institute" - Discover the ancient world at the University of Chicago's Oriental Institute, a leading center for the study of the history and archaeology of the ancient Near East. From Nippur to the Sumerian language, each artifact tells a unique story.

Interesting Things with JC #653: "Nonstop Transatlantic Flight" - Take flight with Charles Lindbergh on his historic solo transatlantic journey in 1927, paving the way for commercial aviation. The Spirit of St. Louis now resides in the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.

Interesting Things with JC #652: "Lawrence of Arabia" - Discover the man who changed the way we see the Middle East. T.E. Lawrence, aka "Lawrence of Arabia," died on this day in 1935. His vivid sensory descriptions in "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom" inspired generations.

Interesting Things with JC #651: "Mount St. Helens" - May 18th, 1980: The Mount St. Helens eruption in Washington State caused significant damage and loss of life. The event became a reminder of the power of nature and the importance of disaster preparedness.

Interesting Things with JC #650: "Brown v. Board of Education" - May 17th, 1954: The Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

Interesting Things with JC #649: "Root Beer" - May 16th, 1866: Charles Elmer Hires brewed the first batch of root beer, which soon became a popular soft drink. His entrepreneurship and branding skills contributed to the success of the beverage industry.

Interesting Things with JC #648: "The Debut of Mickey Mouse" - May 15th, 1928: Mickey Mouse made his first appearance in "Plane Crazy," a short animated film created by Walt Disney. Mickey Mouse became an iconic character and a symbol of the entertainment industry.

Interesting Things with JC #647: "Israel Declared Independence" - May 14th, 1948: Israel declared independence, marking the end of the British Mandate in Palestine and the beginning of a long-standing conflict with Palestinians. The declaration also created hope for the Jewish people around the world.

Interesting Things with JC #646: "Fatima" - Discover the transformative power of faith at Fatima, Portugal, where three shepherd children witnessed the apparitions of the Virgin Mary, inspiring devotion and religious fervor.

Interesting Things with JC #645: "Florence Nightingale" - Discover the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing, who improved healthcare during the Crimean War and founded the Nightingale Training School for Nurses. Her work still inspires us today.

Interesting Things with JC #644: "IBM Deep Blue defeats Kasparov" - 20+ years ago, IBM's Deep Blue shocked the world by defeating world chess champion Garry Kasparov in a milestone moment for #AI development. Today, we continue to explore the potential impact of intelligent machines on society.

Interesting Things with JC #643: "Completion of the Transcontinental Railroad" - Did you know the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869 revolutionized transportation and commerce in the US, connecting the East and West coasts for the first time? Built by over 20,000 workers, including Chinese immigrants, it reduced travel time from months to days.

Interesting Things with JC #642: "The First Oral Contraceptive Pill" - May 9th, 1960 marked a groundbreaking moment in women's reproductive rights with the FDA's approval of Enovid, the first oral contraceptive pill. It paved the way for gender equality and sexual liberation.

Interesting Things with JC #641: "VE DAY" - May 8th, 1945: VE Day marks the end of WWII in Europe. On this day, Nazi Germany surrendered to the Allies. Let's remember the sacrifices made and celebrate the peace that followed.