Washington DC

LIFESTYLE 2 days ago

On this day in history, October 13, 1792, cornerstone of White House is put down

The cornerstone of the White House was laid under the supervision of President George Washington on this day in history, Oct. 13, 1792. John Adams was first president to live there.

TRAVEL 2 days ago

Visiting the Constitution can remind us that America is all about 'We the People'

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs visited the Constitution up close at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. — and argues Americans need to be reminded of the value of "We the People."

LIFESTYLE 4 days ago

On this day in history, October 11, 1890, Daughters of the American Revolution founded in Washington, DC

The Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 11, 1890 as a nonprofit, non-political patriotic women's service organization.

Washington DC 6 days ago

On this day in history, October 9, 1888, the Washington Monument opens to the public

On this day in history, Oct. 9. 1888, the Washington Monument opened to the public in Washington, D.C. The construction honors the nation's first president, George Washington.

POLITICS October 6

Anti-Israel protester lights himself on fire outside of White House

An anti-Israel protester lit himself on fire outside the White House on Saturday in a demonstration against the war in Gaza.

LIFESTYLE September 30

Rosh Hashanah prompts Museum of the Bible to display oldest Jewish book in the world

The Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., has introduced a new exhibit ahead of Rosh Hashanah that displays the Afghan Liturgical Quire, the oldest Jewish book in the world.

ELECTIONS September 30

Early voting begins in Nebraska and Washington, DC

Nebraska and the nation's capital began early voting on Monday as the majority of the country has now started gearing up for the 2024 election.

Media September 28

Washington, D.C., political bar takes down Republican symbol after fierce backlash

A newly opened politically-themed bar in. Washington, D.C., faced community backlash for featuring a GOP symbol, along with a Democratic symbol, as part of its logo.

LIFESTYLE September 25

Rare mosaic revealing earliest 'physical evidence' of Christianity now on display at Museum of the Bible

The Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., has a new exhibit showcasing the Megiddo Mosaic, one of the earliest physical evidence of Christianity, on display for first time since being found.

Washington DC September 24

Land a job at the White House as part of the president’s administration

Earning experience through internships and building connections through networking can be highly beneficial to landing a full-time job at the White House.