Creeping along on all fours

The first commercial around-the-world flight began on this day in 1947. And on this day in 1972, the Watergate scandal was uncovered.

"The more humanity advances, the more it is degraded." -- Gustave Flaubert.

Holiday of the Month: Mother's Day

"The mother cult is something that will set future generations roaring with laughter." -- Gustave Flaubert.