Ludacris Born: Atlanta's Rap Powerhouse Arrives
Ludacris rose from Atlanta radio DJ to multi-platinum rapper and Hollywood actor, anchoring the Southern hip-hop explosion of the early 2000s with a rapid-fire delivery and sharp comedic wordplay. His label Disturbing tha Peace launched multiple careers, while his role in the Fast and Furious franchise cemented his crossover appeal to a global audience.
September 11, 1977
49 years ago
What Else Happened on September 11
Three Roman legions — roughly 20,000 soldiers — walked into the Teutoburg Forest and didn't walk out. Germanic chieftain Arminius had served in the Roman army, …
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