Dark Side of the Moon, the legendary album by Pink Floyd, is an iconic masterpiece that has entertained and moved generations. Now, a new DVD provides an in-depth look at the making of this timeless classic. The new 84-minute DVD offers viewers an inside peek at how the album was crafted. This includes interviews with … Read more
The Second World War saw many battlefronts and some of the most gruesome and bitter arenas were found in Pearl Harbor. On the 7th December 1941, Japan launched surprise attacks across the Pacific region, setting battleships ablaze at Pearl Harbor and routing the British forces in Malaya, culminating in the capture of Singapore – a … Read more
Vaccines are widely regarded as one of the greatest medical achievements of modern times, with sixteen diseases now being preventable due to their use. However, a growing debate is taking place between medical professionals, concerned parents and anti-vaccination activists, forcing us to grapple with the question: do the potential harms outweigh the benefits? PBS Frontline’s … Read more
The attack on USS Liberty is one of the most controversial events in modern American history. The event sparked international outrage and condemnation, yet the US government has never held Israel accountable for its actions. To this day, no official inquiry into the incident has been conducted by either the US or Israeli governments. In … Read more
Picasso is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential artists of the 20th century, and his life was just as interesting as his work. Born in Malaga, Spain in 1881, Picasso began painting bull fighting scenes at the young age of 9. As he grew older he became known for painting himself as … Read more
The story of Genghis Khan and the rise of Mongolian Empire is one that has captivated many throughout history. Eight hundred years ago, Genghis Khan – or Temujin as he was known in his home country – was able to unite disparate nomadic tribes into a single, powerful army of 200,000 warriors and launch an … Read more
The shocking true story of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb has been immortalized in popular culture for decades. The two college students were from wealthy families in Chicago and their crime was unparalleled—they plotted the kidnapping and murder of a 14-year-old boy to prove they were smart enough to get away with it. On May … Read more
Percy Julian was a groundbreaking scientist, and in 1950 he achieved the impressive feat of becoming one of only a few African Americans with a Ph.D. It is no surprise then that he was named Chicago’s man of the year. Despite his accomplishments, Percy faced many hardships in his life; he was born into a … Read more
The Middle East has seen tremendous changes in recent years, and the Obama administration has been reacting to these shifts. To gain a greater understanding of this historic moment, Fault Lines is releasing a two-part documentary series that dives deep into this complex topic. In part one of the series, viewers will explore the ways … Read more
When the COVID19 pandemic hit, it created a ripple effect that was felt across the globe. In many ways, its economic impact was akin to that of the Great Depression in the United States. The sudden disruption of daily life took a tremendous toll on businesses, workers and families alike, with some industries seeing catastrophic … Read more