on August 11, 1956, 44-year-old abstract artist Jackson Pollock died in car crash. How much is his work worth today? The answer in today's picture.

It's Monday, August 18 and for many it's back-to-school day.. Today's birthday's include Robert Redford. The Sundance Kid turns 71.

The Beijing Olympics are underway after the most spectacular Opening Ceremonies ever. Headlines around the world declare -- "hallucinating", "a masterstroke", "mesmerizing." Photo is user-generated public domain.

Presumptive Democratic nominee Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) turns 47 today. Opponent John McCain turns 72 on August 29. Our picture of the day- Sandstorm!

Eddie Munster (Butch Patrick) is 55 today. The Munsters debuted in 1964 and lasted only 2 years but is considered one of the greatest TV comedies of all time. It was cancelled after getting demolished in the ratings by the premiere of ABC's Batman.

34 years ago today (August 8th, 1974), President Nixon announced he would resign following damaging new revelations in the Watergate scandal. Our picture of the day - "Not my Job." Check it out.

"Sex and the City" star Kim Cattrall turns 52 today and country crooner Kenny Rogers turns 70. Our pic of the day is a neighborhood battle of church signs. Check it out.

Who needs the Olympics? The13th Annual Redneck Games were held recently. Events include Redneck Horseshoes, Mud Pit Belly Flop, Hubcap Hurlin', and, of course, Wet T-shirt contest.

48 years ago today (August 1, 1960), Chubby Checker's "The Twist" was released inspiring the dance craze of the 1960s. Round and around and around...

On this day In 1962, actress Marilyn Monroe, 36, was found dead in her Los Angeles home; her death was ruled a probable suicide from an overdose of sleeping pills.

Born: August 3, 1926
Silky-voiced crooner whose winging renditions of American popular standards have enjoyed a newfound popularity.

Lifespan is defined as the age of the oldest living individual of a species. For humans, it's now 122 years and 164 days. That's how old Madame Jeanne Calment was when she died in France in August 1997.

On this day in 1969, The Woodstock Music and Art Fair opened at Max Yasgur's farm in Bethel, New York. Thirty-two of the best-known musicians of the day appeared during the weekend of music, love, peace, and drugs.

Born: August 4, 1920
Groundbreaking female journalist and bestselling author. Thomas has covered every U.S. president since John F. Kennedy.

American Edna Scott Parker was born April 20, 1893 and at age 115, is currently recognized as the oldest person in the world following the death of Yone Minagawa of Japan on August 13, 2007.

Blueberries for beauty? A pill to make your gray hair come back to color? America's Most Trusted Pharmacist Suzy Cohen is back some with some great tips to make you look better and feel great -- and you might only have to go as far as your pantry!

A Dutch woman who reached 115 years of age and remained mentally sharp throughout life had a healthy brain when she died. The new study suggests Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are not inevitable, as had been suspected.

Are hot flashes making you lose your cool? America's Most Trusted Pharmacist Suzy Cohen is back with natural tips that can help you manage menopause.

Many of us are on multiple prescriptions for health issues like high blood pressure or high cholesterol. But what are those drugs doing to the rest of your body? Renowned pharmacist Suzy Cohen explains how to naturally boost your health.

Make way for Whoopi -- the nominations for the 2008 American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards are out, and there are some big names on the list! Check it out, and see the biggest name of all -- the host!

If we can help other organizations, we figure we'll be helping ourselves. In this episode of Reality Bytes, we drop in on a meeting of Red Hat Queens to let them know we'll be producing a few videos to help spread their message.

At age 35, Mike Sigel was the youngest ever inducted into the Billiards Hall of Fame. After retiring he became the game's best known promoter only to return to prove he's still got it!

We all kn ow that 41-year-old Dara Torres will be the oldest U.S. Olympic swimmer ever when she hits the water next month in Beijing. But she won't be the oldest member of this year's U.S. team. That honor goes to 58-year-old John Dane.

The Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee features 20 acres of motorcycles and memorabilia. It commemorates the history of the company and the people who have made Harley-Davidson one of the most recognized brands in the country.

Would You Want to Live to 100?

Ann Young was a gift to all winged creatures. Her healing hand saved the lives of thousands of wild birds. Her unexpected death has left a huge void. This is a video tribute in Ann's memory.

This is an unusual love story involving an 89-year-old woman and her beloved Chariot. The two have been together for decades and traveled more than 540,000 miles across this nation's highways and side streets.