BRIDGEPORT, CT – A boiler explosion rocked the Barnum Museum on Main Street early Tuesday morning, sparking a swift response from local fire officials. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the blast that occurred around 9:10 a.m. Firefighters and work crews quickly descended on the scene to assess the situation and ensure the safety of … Read more
THESSALONIKI, Greece—A symbol of the atrocities that transpired during the Nazi occupation in Greece can be found at the ancient railway station of Thessaloniki. This somber site, currently undergoing construction on the outskirts of the city, was the departure point where thousands of Greek Jews were forcibly loaded onto trains headed to the gas chambers … Read more
Dubuque, Iowa – A museum exhibit in Dubuque, Iowa, will be closed to the public following the unfortunate death of several animals. The exhibit, which housed a variety of creatures, faced this tragic incident prompting the closure. The exact circumstances surrounding the animals’ deaths have not been disclosed at this time. This development has sparked … Read more
DUBUQUE, Iowa – The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque is taking steps to address a recent tragedy that resulted in the loss of many animals in one of its exhibits. A propylene glycol leak in the HVAC system caused a chemical contamination in the Gulf of Mexico Aquarium, leading to the deaths … Read more
London, England – Police in central London carried out a controlled explosion on a suspicious package abandoned near the British Museum, leading to the evacuation of office workers and the closure of surrounding streets due to safety concerns. Metropolitan Police officers swiftly responded to the scene on Thursday after reports of the suspicious package surfaced, … Read more
Crystal Lake, Illinois – The Volo Auto Museum in Crystal Lake, Illinois is bringing the holiday spirit early this year with their “Christmas in July” event. Visitors can enjoy festive decorations, a performance by the Rockafire Explosion band, and even have the chance to meet Santa Claus himself. The museum is decked out with Christmas … Read more
Volo, Illinois – Get ready for an early visit from Santa Claus this summer at the Volo Museum’s “Christmas in July” event. This unique experience will feature the iconic Rock-afire Explosion animatronic band, known for their live Christmas shows dating back to the 1980s. Attendees can enjoy these special concerts every 30 minutes starting at … Read more
Greenville, South Carolina – A quirky addition to the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee has caused a buzz among insect enthusiasts. The museum recently unveiled its first-ever cicada bobblehead, showcasing the unique features of this noisy insect. The cicada bobblehead highlights the distinctive spread apart red eyes, short antennae, and membranous … Read more
MULLINS, SC – In a remarkable display of resilience and forgiveness, the family of Dr. Daniel Simmons Jr., one of the victims of the 2015 mass shooting at the Mother Emmanuel AME Church in Charleston, is honoring his memory by creating a lasting legacy. Dr. Simmons was among the nine individuals tragically killed during a … Read more
Volo, Illinois – A blast from the past has arrived at the Volo Museum in Illinois, where a retro band with roots at Showbiz Pizza has taken center stage. Back in the 1980s, this band known as The Rock-afire Explosion graced the stages of Showbiz Pizza Place restaurants, entertaining audiences with their animatronic performances. Comprised … Read more