White House Cornerstone Laid
The cornerstone was laid on October 13, 1792, for the most famous house in the land. Standing at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, it was originally called the Executive Mansion, or the President’s House, and came to be known as the White House as early as 1812. The stark white color stood out in contrast with the mostly red brick buildings nearby, so it’s no wonder where the name came from.
Hubble Space Telescope Repaired
The first pictures from the Hubble Space Telescope were a big disappointment but NASA had a plan ... more
Jody Watley Talks “Looking for a New Love”
Jody Watley speaks about her career and hit 1987 song “Looking for a New Love.”
