The 2018 Kilauea Volcano Eruption: Unleashing the Power of Hawaii’s Big Island
On May 3rd, 2018, the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island began a significant eruption that led to the evacuation of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and multiple residential areas. This…
The Discovery of Aorun Zhaoi: Unveiling a New Species of Theropod Dinosaur in China
A new species of Theropod dinosaur named Aorun zhaoi was discovered in China on May 3rd, 2013. Dating back approximately 161 million years to the Late Jurassic period, this discovery…
The Opening of the Anne Frank House: A Monument of History
The Anne Frank House was opened to the public on May 3rd, 1960, in Amsterdam. This museum is dedicated to the Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank, who hid from Nazi…
“The Release of Raja Harishchandra: A Landmark in Indian Cinema History”
India’s cinematic history took a monumental leap on May 3rd, 1913, with the release of "Raja Harishchandra," the country's first full-length feature film. Directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, who is often…
The Battle of Tolentino: A Pivotal Moment in European History
On May 3rd, 1815, Austrian forces claimed a decisive victory over King Joachim Murat of Naples at the Battle of Tolentino. This battle was pivotal in the Neapolitan War, which…
“The Scream”: A Monumental Moment in Art History
2012: Sale of "The Scream" by Edvard Munch - A pastel version of Edvard Munch's famous painting "The Scream" was sold at auction for $119,922,500 on May 2nd, 2012. This…
The Historic Capture of Osama bin Laden: A Decade-Long Manhunt Comes to an End
2011: Osama bin Laden Killed - Osama bin Laden, the leader of al-Qaeda responsible for numerous global terrorist attacks, including the September 11 attacks, was killed on May 2nd, 2011.…
“The Postman Always Rings Twice”: A Timeless Noir Classic That Redefined Cinema
1946: Release of "The Postman Always Rings Twice" - On May 2nd, 1946, the film "The Postman Always Rings Twice" was released. Directed by Tay Garnett and featuring stars Lana…
The Revolutionary Invention of Celluloid Photographic Film by Hannibal Goodwin
1887: Hannibal Goodwin Patents Photographic Film - Hannibal Goodwin patented celluloid photographic film on May 2nd, 1887. This invention revolutionized the way images were captured, stored, and viewed, paving the…
The Daring Escape: Mary, Queen of Scots, Escapes Lochleven Castle
1568: Mary, Queen of Scots, Escapes Lochleven Castle - On May 2nd, 1568, Mary, Queen of Scots, made a daring escape from Lochleven Castle where she had been imprisoned by…