Iconic Images Of The 1980s: Tank Man, 1989 The most iconic image of the Tiananmen Square massacre, this picture depicts the important “unknown rebel” standing in front of the tanks that threatened a peaceful protest in China. Jeff Widener snapped this image. Tear Down This Wall, 1987 Speaking in front of the Brandenburg Gate in 1987, this image captures President Reagan making his powerful speech demanding Mikhail Gorbachev to tear down the Berlin Wall. Read More...
On March 26, 1997, the Heaven's Gate cult became forever infamous when 39 members were found dead after committing mass suicide. Here's why they did it.“Funny and charismatic, an overachiever who was on the honor roll.” That’s how Louise Winant remembered her brother, Marshall Applewhite, who would go on to become the Heaven’s Gate cult leader.
None of Applewhite’s loved ones could understand how the man they knew — a friendly jester, a devout Christian, a devoted husband and father of two — could walk away from everything to found a cult. Read More...
With just a few basic supplies and an empty ice chest, Jose Alvarenga survived for over a year at sea by himself. HILARY HOSIA/AFP/Getty ImagesJose Alvarenga after being rescued.
Jose Alvarenga was an experienced fisherman, well versed in the ways of the sea after years spent fishing commercially. But even the most experienced fishermen are no match for the strength of a tropical storm, especially when they’re in a 15-foot skiff with no way to steer, no food, and a horribly inexperienced fishing mate. Read More...
