John Travolta recalls the time when he and Lady Diana Spencer were both at the White House, and he asked her to dance. He says it was the highlight of her trip to the US, and that he is sad she is no longer with us. Diana, Princess of Wales … Continue reading
Politician Geraldine Ferraro speaks out on her illness–a rare form of cancer, multiple myeloma. She voices her support for Elizabeth Edwards, the wife of a former U.S. presidential candidate as she plans to help with her husband’s campaign while also diagnosed with the same disease.
“…But it’s also true that some of the policies, of this Committee have become political issues. And so, naturally, I’ve had a great many messages come to me by wire, phone and letter, urging me not to show up at this hearing.” 7/18/49 “When the House Committee on Un-American Activities … Continue reading
Priscus was an envoy of the Eastern Roman Empire sent to meet with Attila at his encampment. His visit coincided with that of representatives of the Western Roman Empire. We join Priscus’ account as he and the other envoys are invited to dine with the leader of the Huns: When … Continue reading
A Boston Marathon bombing survivor explains his journey from Massachusetts General Hospital to 55 days in rehab to finally returning home to his son.
A newly engaged couple tells the story of how the Boston Marathon Bombing helped them realize they were in love with each other after one of them nearly loses their life from the tragedy.
A Boston University graduate student explains her near death experience during the Boston Marathon bombing. She talks about the decision that saved her life by moving her away from an explosion site when she moved to follow a subject she was creating a story about.
Boston Marathon bombing survivor Heather Abbott reveals her positive attitude that has allowed her to recover and accept the loss of her leg from the tragic event.
A Boston Marathon participant reminisces on what it was like as she crossed the finish line and realized the first bomb had gone off near where her mother was standing and cheering. Her mother also gives her account from the hospital bed of what the traumatic experience was like.
A survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing who almost lost her leg talks about what rehab was like after the fact as well as touches upon the foundation her family is setting up to support the efforts of trauma research.
