When 38 planes landed in Gander, Newfoundland during the chaos of September 11, 2001, local residents gave food, shelter, and dignity to 7,000 stranded strangers, a story later transformed into the acclaimed musical “Come From Away.” On that devastating day, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all air traffic after the attacks on the World Trade […] The post How Gander’s Response to 9/11 Inspired “Come From Away” — and What It Still Teaches Us appeared first on American Almanac .
When 38 planes landed in Gander, Newfoundland during the chaos of September 11, 2001, local residents gave food, shelter, and dignity to 7,000 stranded strangers, a story later transformed into the acclaimed musical “Come From Away.” On that devastating day, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all air traffic after the attacks on the World Trade Center. As the skies cleared of planes over the United States, 38 international flights were ordered to land at the remote airport outside Gander, Newfoundland, Canada. Suddenly, a town of under 10,000 people found itself host to nearly 7,000 unexpected guests, travelers from around the world, frightened, confused, and desperate for news and comfort. What happened next has become the…Open
Beyoncé has released a 31-track anniversary edition of “B’Day,” including new features and a Selena Quintanilla duet, as the pop icon’s latest move to celebrate her musical legacy. Beyoncé’s “B’Day (20th Anniversary Edition)” arrived on September 4, 2026, exactly two decades after the original album’s debut. The reissue expands her second studio album to 31 […] The post Beyoncé marks 20 years with B'Day anniversary album featuring Selena and new collaborations appeared first on American Almanac .
Beyoncé has released a 31-track anniversary edition of “B’Day,” including new features and a Selena Quintanilla duet, as the pop icon’s latest move to celebrate her musical legacy. Beyoncé’s “B’Day (20th Anniversary Edition)” arrived on September 4, 2026, exactly two decades after the original album’s debut. The reissue expands her second studio album to 31 tracks and underscores the singer’s enduring presence in American pop and R&B. Among the notable additions are collaborations with Latin music icons, unreleased tracks, and remastered favorites, all available in a variety of physical and digital formats. The new edition includes a Spanish-language duet version of “Irreplaceable” with the late Selena…Open
Police in northwest England are searching for two drivers who stole two full trailer truckloads of Guinness, an estimated 70,000 pints, sparking renewed concerns over organized theft and law enforcement priorities. The bold theft took place on a Monday night at an industrial park in Runcorn, near Liverpool. According to the reported account, two unidentified […] The post British police hunt thieves after 70,000 pints of Guinness stolen near Liverpool appeared first on American Almanac .
Police in northwest England are searching for two drivers who stole two full trailer truckloads of Guinness, an estimated 70,000 pints, sparking renewed concerns over organized theft and law enforcement priorities. The bold theft took place on a Monday night at an industrial park in Runcorn, near Liverpool. According to the reported account , two unidentified drivers pulled up to the depot and hauled away trailers packed with around 800 barrels of Guinness stout. The stolen beer was valued at £115,000, or about $155,000, and the trailers themselves reportedly worth another £50,000 ($67,000). No motive for the heist has been given, and police have yet to announce any arrests or the recovery of the missing beer. The theft’s scale has…Open
Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal launched the Tribeca Film Festival just eight months after the September 11 attacks, aiming to help Lower Manhattan heal and rebuild when many feared the city would never recover. As the world watched in horror on September 11, 2001, Robert De Niro saw the devastation firsthand. He described returning […] The post Robert De Niro reflects on reviving Lower Manhattan through the Tribeca Film Festival after 9/11 appeared first on American Almanac .
Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal launched the Tribeca Film Festival just eight months after the September 11 attacks, aiming to help Lower Manhattan heal and rebuild when many feared the city would never recover. As the world watched in horror on September 11, 2001, Robert De Niro saw the devastation firsthand. He described returning to Lower Manhattan from a Midtown meeting, witnessing smoke pouring from the North Tower, and then watching the South Tower collapse. De Niro recalled, "I couldn't believe, I couldn't believe it. I looked to my left where I have a big television and so confirmed it on CNN." The aftermath left the downtown area blanketed in dust, with water trucks spraying the streets every few hours in an attempt to keep it…Open
A rare penny that was minted in San Francisco in 1969 may be worth up to $600,000 due to a "doubled die obverse" mistake made during the minting process. LiveNOW from FOX's Christy Matino discusses what to look for on your penny with Wyatt McDonald, president at Coinfully.
President Trump might not be on the ballot, but he’s still making himself the star of the first-ever Republican midterm convention. The problem? Not a lot of Republican lawmakers, who the event is said to be for, will be in attendance. Texas Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson says if her GOP colleagues aren’t showing up – why would Texans go? It’s going to land “like a flat balloon here.”
When Texas drag queen Brigitte Bandit testified against the state’s anti-drag bill in 2023, she brought a children’s book about Dolly Parton with her. What followed was an unexpected gift from Parton — and a reminder of the country icon’s lasting connection to the LGBTQ+ community.
