People who change the world may, or may not, be famous in their own lifetimes. Often it takes years for others to understand forward-thinking contributions. This collection introduces you to some of the world's most-famous people
Newspapers reported that Meyer Lansky had $300 million.
Close to Lucky Luciano, Meyer Lansky helped his friend reach the top of the criminal world.
When he was arrested for illegal gambling, Meyer Lansky did not want to testify against his friends.
Pope Julius II talks to Michelangelo about his work, on the creation of Adam, in this scene from The Agony and the Ecstacy (a 1965 film based on the b...
This clip, the beginning scenes of The Agony and the Ecstasy, starts with a view of the Dome of St.
Michelangelo, the artist who loved to sculpt, is better known for his paintings - particularly his frescoes at the Sistine Chapel.
This clip is from The Agony and the Ecstasy, a 1965 film about the Italian artist Michelangelo and his incredible:sculptures (such as the Moses, David...
The story of Beatrix Potter, and her relationship with Norman Warne, is brought to the screen by the Weinstein Company in a film entitled Miss Potter.
Although Vincent couldn't find a buyer for his paintings, they are extremely valuable today.
Several of the Oakland A's, who significantly contributed to their team's 20-game winning streak between August and early September of 2002, tell thei...
Hopeful they can be the first American League team in decades to win 20 games in a row, the A's get off to a great start on September 4, 2002.
The Oakland A's enjoyed a remarkable 20-game winning streak between August and early September of 2002.
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