The Newcomen International Society for the History of Engineering and Technology was founded in 1920 and takes its name from Thomas Newcomen, who invented the first practical working steam engine.

Over time, ‘steam’ has taken on additional meanings: In the Industrial Revolution, it became associated with steam power and engines. In modern slang, ‘to steam’ can mean to become angry or frustrated ...

For the 28th annual Harvest Festival, hosted by the Legacy of the Plains Museum, locals and visitors gathered to pick potatoes, learn more about the featured sugar beet and even ...

Matthew Balderree first encountered drones in 2004 as a technical sergeant in the U.S. Air Force working with an early warning and airspace management radar system in Iraq. For Balderree, that ...

A vintage steam engine following the famous route of the "Golden Arrow" train was spotted earlier today in south east London.

Two Wisconsin maritime historians discovered the John Evenson steam tug about five miles northeast of Algoma, Wisconsin.

General Motors was founded in 1908 by William Durant. Buick was the first company under GM, but others quickly joined through ...

The history of sugar beet farming in the Panhandle will be featured during this weekend’s Harvest Festival at the Legacy of ...

The "Big Boy" No. 4014, the world's largest steam engine, visited Ennis, exciting locals and train aficionados.

He says what makes this steam engine so special is its history. “It was in service from when it was delivered in November of ...

While one may not see a steam engine tractor in use on many farms these days, the history of farming is thriving in Boonville. Hundreds of antique tractors, trucks and cars filled the Brady ...