Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe Portrait Sells for Record Price
On May 9th, 2022, Andy Warhol's portrait of Marilyn Monroe, "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn," sold for $195 million at auction in New York. The sale set a new record for…
Jean-Jacques Savin: The Record-Breaking Atlantic Crossing in a Barrel
On May 9th, 2019, French adventurer Jean-Jacques Savin, aged 72, completed a solo journey across the Atlantic Ocean in a barrel-shaped capsule, arriving in Martinique after 122 days at sea.…
The Sukhoi Superjet 100 Crash: A Devastating Setback for Sukhoi’s Ambitions
On May 9th, 2012, a Sukhoi Superjet 100 airliner crashed into Mount Salak in Indonesia during a demonstration flight, killing all 45 people on board. The crash was attributed to…
“Friday the 13th”: A Horror Film That Redefined the Genre
On May 9th, 1980, the horror film "Friday the 13th" premiered in theaters. Directed by Sean S. Cunningham, the film centered around a group of camp counselors being stalked by…
The Audacious Heist: Thomas Blood’s Attempt to Steal the Crown Jewels
On May 9th, 1671, Thomas Blood, an Irishman disguised as a clergyman, attempted to steal the Crown Jewels from the Tower of London. With accomplices, he overpowered the custodian and…