Today in History: September 23, Nixon’s ‘Checkers’ speech

On this day in history: September 23, Nixon delivers heartfelt ‘Checkers’ speech Today is Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, with 99 days left in the year. On this day in history, in 1952, Senator Richard Nixon defended himself against campaign fundraising allegations in the “Checkers” speech. In 1780, British spy John Andre was captured, revealing Benedict … Read more

Today in History: September 21, Nairobi shopping mall attack

Historical Event on September 21: Nairobi Shopping Mall Attack Today is Sunday, Sept. 21, the 264th day of 2025, with 101 days left in the year. In history, on this day in 2013, an attack in the Westgate shopping mall in Nairobi, Kenya left 67 dead. On the same day in 1792, France announced the … Read more

Today in History: September 20, hurricane plunges Puerto Rico into darkness

On This Day in History: September 20, Hurricane Causes Blackout in Puerto Rico Today is September 20, 2025, the 263rd day of the year with 102 days remaining. On this day in history, Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in 2017, causing a widespread blackout. Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set out on his journey in 1519 … Read more