May 21, 2026 — Today is National Waitstaff Day, which feels like recognition for one of the few jobs that requires balance, speed, memory, and patience all at the same time.

Today we’re looking at moments that captured massive public attention.

From Charles Lindbergh landing in Paris after crossing the Atlantic alone, to The Empire Strikes Back reshaping expectations for movie sequels, to millions of people waiting for an apocalypse that never arrived.

Plus, a look at Mr. T and the power of becoming instantly recognizable.

It’s interesting how some moments become bigger than the event itself because so many people experience them together at the same time.

Anyway… that’s what I ended up finding while working through May 21.