Shauna Wright
This Day in History for July 3 – Battle of Gettysburg Ends and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1863 – The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett’s Charge (More info)
1884 – Dow Jones and Company publishes its first stock average (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for July 3 – Montel Williams, Tom Cruise and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Montel Williams
Age: 56
Occupation: Talk Show Host and Activist
Known For: Helming the tabloid-esque syndicated TV series ‘The Montel Williams Show,’ his work with the Partnership for Prescription Assistance, and founding the non-profit MS Foundation after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in the late 1990s
What Are America’s Cleanest and Dirtiest Beaches?
If you’re planning a waterfront vacation, it may alarm you to know that a new report reveals sewage and storm water pollution in beaches across the US could put your health at risk — and you might be surprised to learn which beaches are the cleanest.
Which Credit Card Companies Have the Best — And Worst — Customer Satisfaction Records? — Dollars and Sense
Before you sign up for a new credit card, wouldn’t it be great to know which companies have the happiest customers? Thanks to a new publicly-available complaint database, now you will — and much of the work has already been done for you.
This Day in History for July 2 – Civil Rights Act Becomes Law and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1881 – Charles J. Guiteau shoots President James Garfield, who dies two months later (More info)
1890 – Congress passes the Sherman Anti-Trust Act (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for July 2 – Larry David, Lindsay Lohan and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Larry David
Age: 65
Occupation: Actor, Comedian, and Screenwriter
Known For: Being the Emmy-winning co-creator and co-writer of the iconic TV series ‘Seinfeld’ and ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ and appearing in the movies ‘Radio Days,’ ‘New York Stories’ and ‘The Three Stooges’
Sorry, College Grads, But Working ‘Till You’re Old and Grey Is the New Fad
Medical advancements and healthier living mean many people have longer lifespans these days. That means lots of those older Americans are retiring later than in generations past. In fact, some analysts are calling 70 the new 70 in terms of retirement.
Are You an Online Shopper? Here’s Why You Might Want to Head Back to the Store
Mobile devices have been a boon to shoppers looking to get the best deals they can, but a practice called “showrooming” — in which consumers check out items at brick-and-mortar stores before buying them for less online — is becoming a real headache for some retailers.
Celebrity Birthdays for July 1 – Dan Aykroyd, Pamela Anderson and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Dan Aykroyd
Age: 60
Occupation: Actor, Screenwriter, and Musician
Known For: His work as one of the iconic original members of ‘Saturday Night Live,’ starring in beloved comedy films such as ‘The Blues Brothers’ and ‘Ghostbusters’ franchises, and roles in other movies including ‘Pearl Harbor,’ ’50 First Dates’ and ‘I Now Pronounce You
This Day in History for July 1 – Sony Walkman Introduced and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1863 – The Battle of Gettysburg begins (More info)
1867 – Canada becomes a self-governing dominion of Great Britain under the British North America Act (More info)