As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, WTOP presents “250 Years of America,” a multipart series examining the innovations, breakthroughs and pivotal moments that have shaped the nation ...

It is likely that somewhere along the way, you have heard about emergency funds and the importance of having one of your own. These cash stashes will be waiting for you when the unexpected happens, ...

The sinking of SS Vestris became one of the most disturbing maritime disasters ever photographed. As the ship developed a dangerous list, passengers waited for instructions while conditions worsened.

"You can't even make this up," the Volo Museum wrote in a post on Facebook Abigail Adams is a Human Interest Writer-Reporter for PEOPLE. Volo Museum/Facebook A flood occurred in the Volo Museum’s ...

Pioneer Square’s so-called “Sinking Ship” parking garage — once deemed the “coolest” place to park in the nation, while also being the site of numerous violent incidents in recent years — appears to ...

VOLO, Ill. (WLS) -- The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded on the anniversary of the famous ship's sinking, the museum said. Thunderstorms brought heavy rain to the Chicago area Tuesday, ...

On April 15, 1912, the world was shocked by one of the most famous tragedies in history. The RMS Titanic, known as the largest and most luxurious ship of its time, sank in the icy North Atlantic Ocean ...

This Wednesday will mark the 114th anniversary of a legendary maritime tragedy. At 11:40 p.m. on April 14, 1912, the British ocean liner RMS Titanic struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic at a speed ...

SEATTLE — The iconic Sinking Ship parking garage in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood has been closed for more than a month after years of violence. So far, no one in a position of authority is ...

At sea, there is a common, unforgiving enemy: the ocean. As such, all sailors—even in war—respect it and, per custom, render assistance even to their enemies. An example of this played out recently in ...