The space program in the 1960s inspired thousands of young kids across the US to dream big, including this 5-year-old from small town TN who never wanted to take off his astronaut sweatshirt. Thank you @NASA for your impact on generations. #OneGiantLeap #Apollo50th #STEM

The film Cleopatra, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, was released today in 1963. It was the most expensive film made to that time at $44 million!

Amazing comeback! OMG!

Remembering the great Ray Charles, who passed away 22 years ago today.

Alexander Zverev wins the French Open! It's his 1st career major title in his 41st Major appearance. Only Goran Ivanisevic (48 appearances) needed more attempts among men in the Open Era before winning his 1st major title 🎾

New research has uncovered a possible link between gut bacteria and the development of multiple sclerosis (MS). Scientists at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich investigated the condition by studying identical twins, a design that helped minimise the effects of genetics and environment. The team analysed 81 twin pairs in which only one sibling had MS and identified two bacterial strains that were consistently associated with the disease. The microbes, Eisenbergiella tayi and Lachnoclostridium, were found in significantly higher levels in individuals with multiple sclerosis. When these bacteria were introduced into mouse models, they triggered symptoms resembling MS, suggesting they may play an active biological role rather than simply being correlated with the condition. These findings strengthen growing evidence that the gut microbiome may influence autoimmune diseases. While further studies in humans are still required, the research offers one of the strongest indications so far of a potential gut–brain connection in MS. The results also raise the possibility that future treatments could target or modify these bacteria in order to delay, reduce, or potentially prevent the development of the disease.

Happy Birthday, Broadway Joe! Joe Willie Namath

#OTD in 1922, the Lincoln Memorial was dedicated. #DYK that it was damaged by friendly fire during WWII? A soldier manning a .50 caliber machine gun that was part of DC's air defenses accidentally fired 4 rounds, 3 of which hit the memorial. At least 1 bullet hole still remains.

Happy 81st birthday to John Fogerty!

Fascinating low-angle satellite photo of New York City. 📸: dailyoverview/ig

Hoosiers lead the way! #GoIU #IUFB

The great former middleweight champion Rocky Graziano died #OnThisDay in 1990. He was 71 years old.

Roman concrete is 2,000 years old and still getting stronger. Modern concrete starts degrading after 50. In 2023, MIT researchers finally figured out why: Roman engineers mixed volcanic ash with seawater. When cracks formed, minerals crystallized inside them, self-healing. We knew the recipe was different. We didn't know it was self-repairing. The ancient Romans accidentally invented the most advanced building material in history. We spent 150 years building something cheaper and weaker. What else did they know that we've forgotten?

When Mount Saint Helens erupted 46 years ago today, nothing survived that was within 230 square miles of the explosion. Except for photographer Richard Lasher who escaped on his dirt bike after taking this shot.

Songs turning 50 this year! Feel old yet?

The final ep of Moonlighting aired OTD in 1989, and went full meta. Bruce Willis & Cybill Shepherd race to save their own characters, David & Maddy, from cancellation, because when the show ends they'll literally cease to exist. It even admits why Moonlighting ultimately failed

You can only pick up ONE guitar! 👇🏻 I’ll start: Keith Richards

The 1893 Coca-Cola trademark registration, featuring the logo's distinctive cursive, can be found in the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division's U.S. Patent Office Trademarks Collection. On this day in 1886, the very first Coca-Cola was sold at Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Original Search Engine

#NightMoves = epic

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo, comes home to Cherie DeVaux’s barn at Keeneland.