Neglected acts of violence by 1960s radicals involved almost 5 bombings daily
Between 1971 and 1972, the United States experienced around 2,500 domestic bombings—nearly five each day, which is a startling statistic for many. In popular culture, the 1960s and 1970s are often remembered for events like Woodstock, along with images of peace-loving hippies and the carefree spirit of youth. Yet, most people who lived through that […]
Peter Yarrow, Member Of 1960s Folk Trio Peter, Paul And Mary, Passes At 86
Portrait of the American singing group Peter (Yarrow), Paul (Stookey) and Mary (Travers) on “The Jack Benny Program”, circa 1963 (Photo Credit: Hulton Archive/Getty Images) OAN Staff Brooke Mallory4:43 PM – Tuesday, January 7, 2025 Peter Yarrow, one of the three musicians in the American folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, who rose to musical […]
My father Frank Habicht, the photographer who captured the ‘heart and restlessness’ of 1960s London | New Zealand
IIn 1960s London, photographer Frank Habicht's work captured the spirit and energy of the era, channeling his skills to celebrities as well as ordinary people, creating images that helped define a generation. His ability to immortalize moments and capture the soul of his subjects has made him a well-known figure in the photography world. One […]
UK debt hits 100% of GDP, the highest level since 1960s | Economics
The scale of the challenge facing Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves ahead of the autumn budget was made clear with Britain's national debt rising to its highest level since the 1960s and consumer confidence collapsing. The numbers are UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) The government's outstanding debt hit 100 percent of gross domestic […]