Shauna Wright
![This Day in History for May 14 – Skylab Launched and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/skylab.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for May 14 – Skylab Launched and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1804 – The Lewis and Clark Expedition begins its historic journey (More info)
1904 – St. Louis, Mo. hosts the first Olympic Games in the United States (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for May 14 – George Lucas, Mark Zuckerberg and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/may14.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for May 14 – George Lucas, Mark Zuckerberg and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
George Lucas
Age: 68
Occupation: Writer, Producer and Director
Known For: Creating the ‘Star Wars’ franchise, endlessly tinkering with it to the great annoyance of fans, co-creating the ‘Indiana Jones’ franchise along with Steven Spielberg, directing films like ‘American Graffiti,’ and being the founder, chairman and CEO of Lucasfilm
![No ID? No Problem – Bouncers Turn to Facebook for Age Verification](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/bouncers-facebook-profile.jpg?w=980&q=75)
No ID? No Problem – Bouncers Turn to Facebook for Age Verification
If you’ve ever been to a bar, you’ve likely had a bouncer check your ID to be sure you’re old enough to drink. But since IDs can be faked, some bouncers in the UK have a new screening method: they’re checking your Facebook account, too.
![Smoking While Pregnant — You May Be Surprised Who’s Doing It](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/pregnant-smoker.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Smoking While Pregnant — You May Be Surprised Who’s Doing It
It’s no news that smoking is bad for us, and that the risks are compounded for expectant mothers.
Research shows pregnant smokers have a higher risk of premature births, birth defects, low birth weight, miscarriages and stillbirths — so it’s especially shocking that a new study reveals more than a fifth of white women continue to light up while they’re eating for two.
![Managers Reveal the Most Bizarre Reasons People Give for Quitting Their Jobs](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/Quitting.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Managers Reveal the Most Bizarre Reasons People Give for Quitting Their Jobs
Just because the unemployment rate is high doesn’t mean everyone is desperate for work — some are even willing to leave their jobs altogether.
And when they do, the reasons they sometimes give are rather eyebrow-raising.
![Celebrity Birthdays for May 13 – Stevie Wonder, Stephen Colbert and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/may13.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for May 13 – Stevie Wonder, Stephen Colbert and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Stevie Wonder
Age: 62
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Legend
Known For: Not letting being sight-impaired keep him from having a career that spans a half-century, dozens of hit singles including ‘Superstition,’ ‘Higher Ground,’ ‘Sir Duke’ and ‘I Wish,’ receiving 22 Grammy Awards (the most ever awarded to a male solo artist
![This Day in History for May 13 – Pope John Paul II Shot and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/popejohnpaulii.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for May 13 – Pope John Paul II Shot and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1940 – Winston Churchill gives his first speech as prime minister, saying, “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat” (More info)
1958 – During a visit to Caracas, Venezuela, Vice President Richard Nixon’s car is attacked by anti-American demonstrators (More info)
![Half of Recent College Grads Don’t Have Full-Time Jobs](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/graduates.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Half of Recent College Grads Don’t Have Full-Time Jobs
The unemployment rate for college graduates is lower than that for people without degrees, but that doesn’t mean they’re having an easy time of it.
![Celebrity Birthdays for May 12 – Emilio Estevez, Jason Biggs and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/may12.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for May 12 – Emilio Estevez, Jason Biggs and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Emilio Estevez
Age: 50
Occupation: Actor and Director
Known For: Being a member of the 1980s Brat Pack actors, starring in ‘The Breakfast Club’ and ‘St. Elmo’s Fire,’ other roles in ‘Repo Man’ and ‘The Mighty Ducks’ and ‘Young Guns’ film franchises, his former marriage to Paula Abdul, and being the son of Martin Sheen and the brother
![This Day in History for May 12 – Carter Visits Castro and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/05/castro-carter.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for May 12 – Carter Visits Castro and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1932 – Charles Jr., the infant son of Charles Lindbergh, is found dead 10 weeks after his abduction (More info)
1949 – The Soviet Union lifts its blockade of Berlin (More info)