On May 3rd, 1956, the first judo world championships were held.

A thought for the day: Life is anything but predictable. -- American actor Dwayne Johnson

On this date in history:

In 1519, Leonardo da Vinci, Italian artist, scientist and inventor, died at age 67.

In 1611, a new translation of the Bible in England, popularly called the King James Bible ...Read More

Those born on this date include:

- Catherine the Great, empress of Russia, in 1729
- Gen. Henry Robert, author of Robert's Rules of Order, in 1837
- German fighter ace Manfred The Red Baron von ...Read More

Today is Thursday, May 2, the 123rd day of 2024 with 243 to follow.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Venus. Evening star is Jupiter.

On May 2nd, 1885, "Good Houekeeping" went on sale for the first time.