Richard Leakey, Kenyan Conservationist, Dies at 77
Richard Leakey, a Kenyan archaeologist and conservationist known for his efforts to protect the African elephant population, died on January
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Meat Loaf, singer and actor, died on January 20, 2022. Louie Anderson, comedian and actor, died on the following day.
Sidney Poitier, America’s First Black Movie Star, Dies
Sidney Poitier, America’s first black movie star and notable Oscar winner, died on the evening of January 6, 2022.
Buddhist Teacher Thich Nhat Hanh Dies January 22
Thich Nhat Hanh, the Buddhist monk, peace activist, and author, died on January 22, 2022, at the age of 95.
August 17: Notable Births, with Quotes
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Explore memorable and revealing quotes from public figures, past and present, who were born on August 15. Ben Affleck, actor
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Harry Houdini: Should We Celebrate His Birthday on
When we think of Harry Houdini, we may remember his daring escapes captured on black-and-white film, his theatricality, and his
Former Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev Dies August 30,
Mikhail Gorbachev, remembered for ending the Cold War, died on August 30, 2022. He was 91. Gorbachev was the last
August 11: Notable Births, with Quotes
Podcaster Joe Rogan, wrestler Hulk Hogan, computer programmer Steve Wozniak, columnist Marilyn vos Savant, and author Alex Haley were born
