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Celebrity Birthdays for August 27 – Paul Reubens, Sarah Chalke and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Paul Reubens
Age: 60
Occupation: Actor and Comedian
Known For: His signature character Pee-wee Herman, roles in TV shows such as ’30 Rock’ and in films like ‘Blow,’ and maintaining a healthy sense of humor after a ridiculous 1991 arrest for indecent exposure in a porn theater
This Day in History for August 27 – Battle of Dresden and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1813 – French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte defeats a larger force of Austrians, Russians, and Prussians at the Battle of Dresden (More info)
1859 – Petroleum is discovered in Titusville, Penn., leading to the world’s first commercially successful oil well (More info)
Majority of US Employees Experience Work-Related Stress
Stressed out about your job? You’re not alone. A new survey of US employees finds nearly three-quarters of them experience at least one of a variety of workplace-related worries.
How Much Money Do Parents Shell Out in Allowance? — Dollars and Sense
Lots of adults remember receiving an allowance when they were growing up — but chances are good it wasn’t what today’s kids get. A new poll reveals modern children pocket almost $800 a year from their parents.
This Day in History for August 26 – Charles Lindbergh Dies and More
1920 – The 19th amendment to the Constitution takes effect, giving women the right to vote (More info)
1939 – The first televised Major League Baseball game is broadcast (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for August 26 – Macaulay Culkin, Chris Pine and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Macaulay Culkin
Age: 32
Occupation: Actor
Known For: Starring in the classic holiday movies ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Home Alone 2,’ a previous engagement to actress Mila Kunis, and a close friendship with the late Michael Jackson
Kristen Stewart Turns to Gandhi to Help ‘Forgive Herself’
Kristen Stewart, who’s seen her public image decimated in the wake of a scandal in which she cheated on her boyfriend and ‘Twilight’ co-star Robert Pattinson, is turning to an unusual source for comfort: Gandhi.
This Day in History for August 25 – New Orleans Founded and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1718 – New Orleans is founded by French settlers and named after the Duke of Orleans (More info)
1768 – James Cook begins his first voyage (More info)