Thirty years ago, Bloomington's iconic Metropolitan Sports Center, affectionately known as the Met Center, was torn down. The Minnesota Historical Society recalls that the first attempt to demolish the building on December 13th, 1994, using explosives, was a bit of a flop. The structure remained mos
In the world of ice hockey, achieving 1, 000 career points is a massive deal. Bobby Hull of the Chicago Black Hawks did just that in 1971. During a game against the Minnesota North Stars, Hull scored his 1, 000th point with an assist in the first period. This significant milestone came in a 5-3 vict
South Korea experienced an extraordinary night on December 3rd, when President Yoon Suk-yeol declared nationwide martial law in a late-night speech. He blamed the political opposition for causing chaos and announced strict measures, including bans on political activities and media surveillance. Desp
In the world of sports, some days are memorable for the wrong reasons. One such day was December 6, 2003. On this day, the Army football team made history by finishing the season with a record of 0-13. This was the first time any major college team had ended a season without a single win. It was a t
The Golden State Valkyries, a new team in the WNBA, are about to participate in the league's first expansion draft in a long time. This means the New York Liberty, along with other WNBA teams, had to choose six players they want to protect. These players can't be drafted by the Valkyries. The Liber
In a world filled with power struggles and religious conflicts, the story of Takayama Ukon stands out. This 16th-century samurai from Japan chose exile over renouncing his Christian faith. His tale is now being brought to life in an animated feature called "Samurai Saint. " The project is a collabor
You might be shocked to hear that Enron, the once-mighty energy company that crashed in a massive scandal, is making a comeback. This time, they're diving into the crypto world with a new website and a mysterious message: "We're back. Let's chat. " Let's go back in time to the late 1990s. Enron was
In 1996, basketball legend Michael Jordan joined an elite group in the NBA by scoring his 25, 000th point. He achieved this feat in just 782 games, second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 691 games. The Bulls celebrated with a win against the San Antonio Spurs, 97-88. Jordan's contribution was significant
November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899
Mech games often get overlooked, but they offer a ton of variety. They first appeared in old novels and gained fame through manga and anime. Today, they're a staple in sci-fi games. Some top picks include titles like BattleTech, where you command mechs in a Game of Thrones-like war. Daemon X Machina
