This week, as we turn the pages of history, we land on a momentous occasion: the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial. On May 30th, 1922, a nation still healing from the Civil War came together to honor the man who preserved the Union,Abraham Lincoln.

According to a recent Pew Research Center survey, Americans overwhelmingly view access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) as a good thing. The survey found that 70% of adults say having access to IVF is a good thing, while only 8% view it as a bad thing.

This week marks the 141st anniversary of one of the most iconic engineering marvels and architectural achievements in American history - the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge on May 24, 1883. Spanning the East River between Manhattan and Brooklyn, this suspension bridge was dubbed the "Eighth Wonder of the World" upon its completion and is a marvel of 19th-century engineering.

81 years ago this last month, on April 19, 1943, the brave Jewish residents of the Warsaw Ghetto in Nazi-occupied Poland rose up against their oppressors in a historic act of resistance. The first shots rang out as the Jewish Combat Organization (ŻOB) and Jewish Military Union (ŻZW) fought back against the Nazis' efforts to deport the remaining ghetto inhabitants to the Treblinka extermination camp.

On May 9, 1974, the U.S. House of Representatives began formal impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon, marking a pivotal moment in the Watergate scandal that would ultimately lead to his resignation.

A growing concern among Americans is the issue of crime. With a notable rise in the number of individuals considering it a top priority for the government to address, understanding the intricacies of crime in the United States becomes crucial. So, let’s delve into a recent report from Pew Research and see what it tells us about the state of crime across the nation.

Today, let's take a moment to remember a pivotal moment in American history – the protests at Kent State University in May 1970. It's a story worth revisiting, as it reminds us of the power of student activism and the importance of peaceful dissent.

A new Pew Research Center survey reveals that a quarter of U.S. public school teachers (23%) say their school went into a lockdown in the 2022-23 school year due to a gun or suspicion of a gun on campus.  This includes 15% who experienced one lockdown and 8% who experienced multiple lockdowns.

In the spring of 1989, a wave of demonstrations swept through China, centered on Beijing's Tiananmen Square. What began as a mourning gathering for a pro-reform Communist leader transformed into a mass protest demanding political reform and greater personal freedoms. This movement, primarily led by university students, drew the world's attention and highlighted the Chinese people's disillusionment with the ruling Communist Party's restrictive policies.

In an interview yesterday on CBS's Face the Nation, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona strongly condemned the state's new abortion ban:

In the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the perspectives of various communities within the United States offer a nuanced insight into the broader conversation. A recent Pew Research Center survey sheds light on how U.S. Muslims are experiencing and interpreting this complex situation.

A Republican-appointed judge has issued a stern warning against justifying political violence, stating that it risks perpetuating a "vicious cycle" that "rots republics."U.S. District Judge Royce C. Lamberth, in an unusual move, plans to send a written response to supporters of a January 6th rioter who claimed the defendant did nothing wrong.

On the evening of April 18, 1775, a young silversmith named Paul Revere embarked on one of the most famous rides in American history. As tensions between the American colonies and the British Empire reached a boiling point, Revere set out on a daring mission to warn his fellow patriots that the British troops were on the move.

In recent months, the Israel-Hamas conflict has not only captured headlines but has also stirred a range of emotions among American Jews. A recent survey conducted by Pew Research Center sheds light on the diverse perspectives and sentiments within the American Jewish community regarding this ongoing conflict.

On April 11, 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act. This historic legislation prohibited discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, color, religion, or national origin.

In a recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center, public opinion on abortion remains divided. Nearly two years after the Supreme Court’s decision in June 2022 that ended the constitutional right to abortion, here are the key findings:

Cast your minds back to a world just emerging from the ashes of World War II. Europe lay devastated, and the Cold War cast a long shadow. It was in this tense climate that a powerful alliance was born: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO.

Eighty-five years ago, a dark cloud settled over Spain. The brutal Spanish Civil War, a conflict that had ravaged the country for nearly three years, finally ground to a halt. This day marked the fall of Madrid, the Republican stronghold, to the Nationalist forces led by General Francisco Franco.

President Joe Biden's administration has made notable strides across various sectors, addressing long-standing issues and introducing innovative solutions to modern challenges. From revitalizing infrastructure and boosting oil production to strengthening military alliances and improving cybersecurity, these initiatives reflect a proactive approach to governance. Here's a deeper look into these accomplishments: