The negative hydrogen ion (H-) is a fascinating and important subject of study in both atomic physics and astrophysics. As the only bound state in the three-body system of hydrogen, H- exhibits strong electron-electron correlations even in its ground state, making it a unique and challenging system to understand. Early research on H- focused on its properties and characteristics, including its energy levels and transitions, as well as its role in stellar atmospheres. Today, advances in experimental techniques have led to new discoveries about doubly-excited states and double escape phenomena, opening up exciting new avenues for research into quantum physics and astrophysics. In this report, we will provide an overview of the historical background, properties and characteristics of H-, its astrophysical applications, recent developments, and future directions for research.