Interesting Things with JC #667: "Tiananmen Square" - The Tiananmen Square Massacre occurred in Beijing, China, when the government used military force to suppress pro-democracy protests. The event became a symbol of government repression and the struggle for democracy. #TiananmenSquare #Massacre #GovernmentRepression #ProDemocracy

Interesting Things with JC #666: “Apple Acquired Beats for Billions” - Remember when Apple made headlines by acquiring Beats Electronics for $3 billion in 2014? That move paved the way for Apple Music and their domination of the music streaming industry. #technews #AppleMusic

Interesting Things with JC #665: "Sgt Peppers Lonley Hearts Club Band" - June 1st, 1967: The Beatles released their album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," which became a cultural phenomenon and a major milestone in music history. The album showcased the group's musical and creative experimentation. #TheBeatles #SgtPeppers #MusicHistory #AlbumRelease

Interesting Things with JC #664: “Titanic Launch - Belfast, Ireland" - May 31st, 1911: The Titanic was launched in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The ship's tragic sinking in 1912 became a major event in maritime history and led to significant changes in safety regulations.

Interesting Things with JC #663: "Joan of Arc" - May 30th, 1431: Joan of Arc was burned at the stake on charges of heresy. Her story became a symbol of courage and sacrifice, and she was later canonized as a saint.

Interesting Things with JC #662: "The First Climb of Mt Everest" - May 29th, 1953: Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Their accomplishment was a significant milestone in mountaineering and inspired future expeditions.

Interesting Things with JC #661: "Able and Baker" - Did you know that on May 28th, 1959, two monkeys named Able and Baker became the first animals to successfully return to Earth after being launched into space? Their bravery and pioneering spirit paved the way for human space exploration.

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.