Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a US holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January to honor the civil rights leader’s birth. King emphasized nonviolence to protest racial discrimination and led peaceful protests, including the historic March on Washington in 1963. Congressman John Conyers introduced legislation for a holiday four days after King’s assassination, […]
The Luther Burger is a hamburger served with a glazed donut instead of a bun, traditionally a Krispy Kreme donut. It can be served with or without cheese and is typically seasoned with black pepper and salt. The burger can contain over 1,000 calories and over 45 grams of fat per serving. Many different types […]
Martin Luther was a clergyman who founded one of the most enduring Protestant faiths, with his writings informing many Protestant denominations. He became uncomfortable with unbiblical traditions and excesses in the church, leading him to draft the 95 Theses. Luther’s censure led to the establishment of the Lutheran Church in Germany and sparked a movement […]
Luther Burbank was a horticulturist and botanist known for his innovations in agricultural science. He created over 800 new varieties of plants, including the Russet Burbank potato, Santa Rosa plum, and Shasta daisy. Burbank’s legacy is celebrated through memorials and continued popularity of his creations. He was also a strong believer in early education and […]
