A thought for the day: The use of color in my paintings is of paramount importance to me. Through color I have sought to concentrate on beauty and happiness, rather than on man's inhumanity to man. -- American painter Alma...Read More

On this date in history:

In 1776, the British hanged American Revolutionary War hero and patriot Nathan Hale. His famous last words were, I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.

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Those born on this date include:

- Scientist Michael Faraday in 1791
- co-founder of Amnesty International Eric Baker in 1920
- Baseball Hall of Fame member Bob Lemon in 1920
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Today is Sunday, Sept. 22, the 266th day of 2024 with 100 to follow.

This is the first day of autumn.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, ...Read More