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Shrine opens in western Japan forest to honor stuffed toys
1+ hour, 39+ min ago (284+ words) KYOTO - A shrine dedicated to services in honor of stuffed toys opened in June in a mountainous forest in Kyoto Prefecture, offering a place for people to express appreciation for their plushies and find peace together. The brainchild of a…...
Secret Hampshire: How a public loo played a pivotal role in a Cold War spy ring
1+ hour, 20+ min ago (884+ words) Spy Harry Houghton remarked how the lavatory was "slap-bang opposite the New Alresford police station" Nestled in the heart of Hampshire, Alresford is a picturesque Georgian town known for its colourful high street, historic steam railway and riverside walks. But…...
March 2011. An entire Japanese island was CUT OFF. 3,000 people trapped. No power. No water. Harbor obliterated. Freezing cold. The experts said: "No ship can dock. It's impossible." The US Marine Corps looked at the raging sea and said: "Watch us."
5+ hour, 13+ min ago (352+ words) The experts said: "No ship can dock. It's impossible." The US Marine Corps looked at the raging sea and said:"Watch us." They fired up the LCACs.Massive hovercrafts built for storming hostile enemy beaches.Ripping across the debris-choked water…...
Syracuse VA Honors 104-Year-Old Former POW on National POW/MIA Recognition Day | VA Syracuse health care
9+ hour, 16+ min ago (232+ words) By Jason Robertson, Public Affairs Officer In recognition of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, the Syracuse VA Medical Center had the privilege of honoring 104-year-old World War II Veteran and former Prisoner of War John Shott, recognizing his extraordinary service,…...
September 19 in History: Major Events and Milestones
20+ hour, 16+ min ago (551+ words) Explore major events of September 19 in history, from Vivekananda's 1893 Chicago address and New Zealand women's suffrage to Ötzi's discovery. September 19 occupies an important place in world history, with events ranging from a landmark moment in women's voting rights to major…...
The ‘Ballon Kanone’ Was The First Anti-Aircraft Gun
10+ hour, 50+ min ago (350+ words) The first untethered balloon flight took place on Nov. 21, 1783, with the first military use occurring during the French Revolutionary Wars. A century later during the Franco-Prussian War, the French again deployed observation balloons—and when Prussian troops besieged Paris, they…...
BEHIND THE LINES Documentary to Release on Streaming Platforms
8+ hour, 33+ min ago (504+ words) Annette Bening narrates the film featuring Laura Dern, Michael C. Hall, Gary Cole, and Common. Carroll's journey is chronicled in the film, along with readings of letters by the world-class actors, as well as commentary provided by prominent military historians and…...
Belmar Library Welcomes Author Diane Crecca for???Down the Shore??? Mystery Event | Belmar/Lake Como, NJ News TAPinto
10+ hour, 15+ min ago (13+ words) Belmar Library Welcomes Author Diane Crecca for ‘Down the Shore’ Mystery Event TAPinto...
"Fighter Jet Lost in Blizzard During Korean War Discovered Off Yangyang After 74 Years"
7+ hour, 44+ min ago (98+ words) Published 19 Sep.2026 09:30(KST) Wreckage believed to be from a U.S. military fighter jet that crashed off the coast of Yangyang during the Korean War has been discovered. Corsair Fighter Jet. Ministry of National Defense On the 18th (local time), U.S. broadcaster CNN provided…...
Motley soldier missing since WWII buried with honors
8+ hour, 14+ min ago (473+ words) LITTLE FALLS — Pvt. Duane Payne is home. Payne was recently buried with honors at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, more than 80 years after he was listed as missing in action while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II....