Video: 'President Clinton's Remarks at the 1996 Democratic National Convention'
(Thursday, August 29, 1996, 9:00 p.m. CDT) — President Bill Clinton of Arkansas accepted the Democratic nomination for a second term tonight at the 1996 Democratic National Convention meeting at the United Center in Chicago. Continue reading President Clinton accepts Democratic presidential nomination 20 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1996)
Video: 'Stock Footage - The Beatles in San Francisco 1966'
(Monday, August 29, 1966, 5:45 p.m. PDT) — The Beatles arrived today at San Francisco International Airport for what would turn out to be the group’s final concert on the 14th stop of The Beatles’ 1966 US tour. Continue reading The Beatles arrive in San Francisco for final concert 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1966)
Video: 'The Doors - Moonlight Drive [Version 1] (2006 Remastered)'
(Monday, August 29, 1966) — The Doors (Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger and John Densmore) began recording their first album for Elektra Records today at Sunset Sound Recorders in Hollywood, recording four takes of “Moonlight Drive” and two takes of “Indian Summer,” both of which would be re-recorded and released on future albums. Continue reading The Doors begin recording first album in Los Angeles 50 years ago today (Aug 29 1966)
Video: 'Beatles 1966 Concert at Dodger Stadium'
(Sunday, August 28, 1966, evening PDT) — The Beatles performed tonight at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles with 46,000 in attendance on the 13th stop of The Beatles’ 1966 US tour. Continue reading The Beatles perform at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 28 1966)
Video: 'Aug. 28, 1996: Charles and Diana Divorce'
(Wednesday, August 28, 1996) — The troubled 15-year marriage of Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially ended today with the issuing of a divorce decree. Continue reading Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially divorced 20 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1996)
(Saturday, August 28, 1976) — “This Masquerade” by George Benson peaked at #10 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks.
(Saturday, August 28, 1976) — “Baby, I Love Your Way” by Peter Frampton peaked at #12 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks.
(Monday, August 28, 1916; during World War I) — Italy declared war on Germany today, expanding the scope of its military activities beyond the Italian-Austrian front.
Video: 'Paul McCartney Interview Rona Elliott - August 27, 1986'
(Thursday, August 28, 1986, 7:00-9:00 a.m. EDT) — Former Beatle Paul McCartney was interviewed by Rona Elliott for Today, recorded recently as the ex-Beatle’s MPL offices in London to promote the release of his new studio album Press to Play.
Video: '58th Primetime Emmy Awards - Topic' (51 videos)
(Sunday, August 27, 2006, 8:00 p.m. EDT) — The miniseries Elizabeth I dominated the 58th Primetime Emmy Awards tonight, winning four awards, including Outstanding Miniseries.
24 won three awards, including Outstanding Drama Series and The Office won Outstanding Comedy Series. Ceremonies at Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles were hosted by Conan O’Brien.
