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HISTORY OF ROOSEVELT ISLAND
In 1976, New York suspended a tram over the East River because another subway tunnel was too expensive; the Roosevelt Island Tram still links the island to Manhattan- Quote of the day by Eddie Murphy: "All inspiration comes from a higher power. The body is a..." — Life lessons from an inspirational quote by the legendary American comedian on creativity, intuition, faith, purpose, self-discovery, and trusting the inner voice that guides us toward inspiration
- Trump shifts his tone on Jimmy Carter while grappling with Iran, inflation, his own legacy
- What to know about Trump's order shrinking the size of two national monuments in UtahUS President Trump reduced Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments. These actions reversed prior proclamations m...14 Jul, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
- On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
- On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...10 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more eventsOn This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The da...06 Jun, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
- Pete Hegseth’s silence on Taiwan is exactly what Xi Jinping wantsUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a quieter approach to Taiwan at a Singapore security forum. This shift in communication aims to p...31 May, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
- Today in US history, on March 31: Pivotal moments reflecting America’s evolution in policy, society, and global reachMarch 31st in US history saw pivotal moments from Abigail Adams' 1776 plea for women's rights to the 1854 Treaty of Kanagawa opening Japan ...31 Mar, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Winston Churchill: 'If you're going through hell, keep...' - lessons on courage, determination, persistence and mental strength by the former prime minister of United Kingdom and Nobel Prize winnerQuote of the day by Winston Churchill: Winston Churchill's enduring quote, "If you're going through hell, keep going," encapsulates the pow...09 Mar, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Today in US history, on February 19: From wartime decisions and daring rescues to inventions and military milestonesFebruary 19 marks significant US historical events. In 1942, President Roosevelt ordered Japanese-American internment. The Donner Party was...19 Feb, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
- Today in history, February 14: From ancient legends to modern turning pointsFebruary 14th's history extends beyond romance, marked by the execution of Roman priest Valentine in AD 270. Significant events include Cap...14 Feb, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
- Donald Trump once decried the idea of presidential vacations. His Scotland trip is built around golfDonald Trump's trip to Scotland, framed as a working visit, is raising eyebrows due to its focus on promoting his family's golf courses. Un...27 Jul, 2025, 06.51 PM IST
- As North Korean and Chinese threats rise, US looks to lock in defense partnerships with Asian alliesThe United States concluded its inaugural multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea, marking a milestone in str...29 Jun, 2024, 11.09 AM IST
- How the humble paperback helped the United States win World War IIDuring World War II, American soldiers were provided with specially designed pocket-sized paperbacks called the Armed Services Editions. Th...07 Oct, 2023, 07.03 PM IST
- Biden tells U.S. to have confidence in banks after collapseU.S. regulators closed the Silicon Valley Bank on Friday after it experienced a traditional bank run, where depositors rushed to withdraw t...13 Mar, 2023, 07.08 PM IST
- China hails Xi Jinping and Joe Biden talks, after year of growing strainThe positive description of the meeting came in sharp contrast to heated exchanges between the two nations earlier this year. The talks app...16 Nov, 2021, 04.13 PM IST
- Time to get together and tell societal ills – Quit India!A huge national awakening is needed to convert our Swarajya into Surajya and ensure that every Indian is part of an inclusive growth story ...10 Aug, 2018, 07.50 AM IST
- Time to get together and tell societal ills – Quit IndiaWhen India is poised to become one of the leading economies in the world in the next 15-20 years, we cannot allow our country’s progress to...09 Aug, 2018, 08.00 AM IST
- Hillary Clinton's message to America: 'It is your time'Hillary Clinton will kick off the next phase of her presidential campaign by delivering a major speech on Roosevelt Island in New York City.12 Jun, 2015, 12.23 PM IST
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