FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 | History Defined

Little Free Library Milestones: Grassroots network hits 200,000 boxes; children read more often

Todd Bol founded Little Free Library in 2009 as a heartfelt homage to his reading-enthusiast mother. The nonprofit blossomed into a global movement, marking significant achievements such as the launch of its 200,000th library by 2025, aimed at fostering literary access in disadvantaged communities. Their programs, particularly the Impact Library…

The Times of India · 3h ago

Fire Station Aids Homeless Families: Nonprofit turns retired Ogden hub; churches share overnight shelter

Nancy Davis Broderick established Family Promise of Ogden to assist families experiencing homelessness achieve stability. After securing an abandoned fire station in Ogden, families accessed essential services like job searching and casework support. Churches provided overnight accommodations, ensuring families remained together while receiving help. The fire station operated as a…

The Times of India · 3h ago

Wrongful Home Demolition Fallout: Atlanta owner finds house razed; law leaves her in civil fight

Upon returning from a much-anticipated vacation, a homeowner in Atlanta faced an unbelievable shock: her residence had been mistakenly torn down by a construction crew, who confused her address with that of another property. The incident violated city regulations that mandate demolition permits. Instead of compensation, she confronted threats of…

The Times of India · 4h ago

Millennium Park Transformation: Chicago rail yard becomes free civic hub; model for other cities

Millennium Park, a shining gem in Chicago, transformed what was once an overlooked area plagued by commuter rail lines and parking lots. Since its opening in 2004, the park has boasted iconic installations like Anish Kapoor's Cloud Gate and Jaume Plensa’s Crown Fountain. With collaborative efforts from the city and…

The Times of India · 4h ago

Kayak Commute Across Hudson: New Jersey executive swaps trains for paddles; commute becomes workout

In 2012, Zach Schwitzky and Erik Barber embarked on a unique commuting adventure by kayaking to work. By 2016, Schwitzky had adopted this practice as a daily ritual that fused exercise with transportation. The commute included paddling across the scenic Hudson River before walking to his Manhattan office, providing him…

The Times of India · 5h ago

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery, train in overnight drone attacks; 2 killed

Russian governor Yuri Slyusar said around 50 drones were destroyed over the region and the strike forced the refinery to temporarily suspend operations. He said there were no reports of casualties there. In Ulyanovsk, eight people were injured after another drone attack damaged industrial and civilian infrastructure, Governor Alexei Russkikh…

The Times of India · 5h ago

Oregon buys 92-foot Abiqua Falls after fears it could be sold to a private owner

Oregon has approved a $2 million purchase of Abiqua Falls, a famous 92-foot waterfall that was put up for sale by its private owner in February. The deal includes 160 acres of land and will bring the waterfall under state ownership, while officials work on plans for management, maintenance and…

The Times of India · 5h ago

Pumping life into Mecca Pact? Saudi, Turkey, Pak plan meet against Houthis threat

The planned meeting was announced after the foreign ministers of the three countries met in New York on Thursday. Saudi foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Pakistan's deputy prime minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar, and Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan discussed the attacks and possible steps under the agreement.

The Times of India · 5h ago

51,000 reclining chair batteries recalled after reports of fires

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled approximately 51,000 lithium-ion battery packs from Blue Cactus Company. These battery packs, sold on Amazon, pose risks of overheating and potentially catching fire. Consumers who purchased the recalled packs should immediately stop using them and contact the company for replacements. Proper disposal…

The Times of India · 5h ago

Selena’s 1995 family agreement; 31 years later, A.B. Quintanilla sues Suzette for $1M+

In a recent legal battle, A.B. Quintanilla III is taking his sister Suzette to court regarding the earnings from Selena's estate. Claiming entitlement to 25% of certain profits under a 1995 agreement, he alleges he hasn't received the complete payments for the past few years, while Suzette and their mother…

The Times of India · 6h ago