
In 1875, 17 Countries Signed the Metre Convention
A quick guide to the meter—the standard unit of length—with 4 examples of where the meter is part of day-to-day life in the USA (instead of inches, yards, and miles).
A quick guide to the meter—the standard unit of length—with 4 examples of where the meter is part of day-to-day life in the USA (instead of inches, yards, and miles).
Explore the Micro Flower Moon in May 2025, when the Full Moon will be at its farthest point from Earth. Find out when you can best view this unique lunar event.
In May, the Moon aligns with Venus and Saturn. Read more about May’s Moon events and what makes this month’s Full Moon special.
On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.