Famous Figures
5 Life Lessons From Albert Einstein
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Most people know Albert Einstein as the face of genius, but there was much more to this famous figure than his groundbreaking work in physics. The German-born, Nobel Prize-winning scientist was curious, compassionate, and principled, and he thought deeply about what it means to live a purposeful, ethical life. These weren’t just abstract ideas — they were guiding principles that informed much of what he did and spoke about. Here, distilled from the many nuggets of wisdom Einstein shared over his 76 years, are five life lessons we can all take to heart. Credit: ullstein ...Read More
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Famous FiguresFact0Richard Nixon is the only U.S. president born on the West Coast.
On January 9, 1913, Richard Milhous Nixon was born on his parents’ citrus farm in Yorba Linda, California, a location that became notable when, in 1968, he became the first…
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Famous FiguresFact2First Lady Mamie Eisenhower popularized the pink bathroom trend.
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Famous FiguresArticle235 First Ladies Who Redefined the Role
The role of first lady has often been seen as ceremonial, rooted in hospitality, social engagement, and the management of White House events. The president’s spouse is expected to host…
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Famous FiguresFact1Baby Ruth bars weren’t officially named after the baseball player.
It’s easy to assume that Baby Ruth candy bars were named for the famed baseball player George Herman “Babe” Ruth Jr. Indeed, even the Great Bambino assumed as much at…
