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When Ideology Divides Families, Can Broken Bonds Be Mended?
Author Noelle Mering explores the cultural shift driving adult children to cut off their parents—and offers a roadmap toward healing and restoration.
Rediscovering Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema: The Hidden Grandeur of Victorian Classical Painting
The artist’s polished technique and archaeological precision defined the classicism that prevailed in Victorian England for a generation.
The Gold Tax Surprise: When Gold Profits Get Taxed at 28 Percent
How much tax do you pay when you sell gold coins or a gold ETF?
Fighting for Freedom: Sibelius’s ‘Finlandia’
The Finnish composer’s most famous work is a patriotic composition—a covert protest of Russia’s hold over his beloved country.
3 Classic Poems on the Beauty of the Night Sky
From stars to clouds to rustling tree branches, the sky above casts a spell of creativity on these three poets.
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This November, Full Retirement Age Officially Hits 67, Completing a Transition Begun in 1983
What is your full retirement age if you were born in 1960, and what does claiming early really cost?
The Battle of Athens, Tennessee: The Story of an American Rebellion in 1946
Thousands of WWII veterans came home from war only to take up arms against local officials attempting to steal an election.
‘The Good Maharaja’: How an Indian Prince Saved Hundreds of Polish Children During WWII
When the world looked away, Maharaja Digvijaysinhji Jadeja stepped forward to provide refuge and hope to young castaways during World War II.
Sweet Corn Season Is Here, These Recipes Make the Most of It
With corn so delicate and fresh, the best way to cook it is hardly at all.
3 Classic Poems on the Beauty of the Night Sky
From stars to clouds to rustling tree branches, the sky above casts a spell of creativity on these three poets.
The 10 Best Retirement Freebies You’re Missing Out On
From Medicare services to free college, here are 10 perks worth knowing about.
The Sicilian Behind Manhattan’s Elegant Apartments
In the 1920s, Rosario Candela’s designs shaped the New York skyline and introduced new ways of living for the wealthy.
The Gray Ghost and the Union General: An Unlikely American Friendship
A fierce Confederate guerrilla and a Union general forged an unexpected bond to champion postwar reconciliation.
Last-Minute Travel Planning: Travel Advisers Dish on What Trips to Book Now
Travelers looking for a last-minute trip will have to plan their trips differently and use different methods than those who book a year or so out.
Cleaning and Sealing Exterior Wood
Treated lumbar needs care and protection from the elements.
Metal Detectorists Uncover Norway’s Largest-Ever Viking Hoard: 5,000 Silver Coins and Jewelry
‘I Knew What I Had to Do’: Teen Saves Homeless Man From Exploding Tent, Receives Medal for Bravery
Rare Tiny Possum Officially Found in Sanctuary Almost 30 Years After Last Sighting
The tiny possum species lives off nectar and pollen and has proven elusive to conservationists.
‘Neil the Seal’ May Have Cost $30,000—But One Expert Says He Delivered Priceless Global Exposure
Neil the seal may have racked up a bill during his recent shore leave, but it drew the world’s eyeballs to Tasmania.
‘The Brink of War’: History Repeated, Kind Of
This dramatization of the 1986 Reagan-Gorbachev summit is a huge misfire.
Why Some Users Care More About the Comments Section Than the Article
Dopamine hits and like-minded solidarity are but some of the reasons that reading social media comments can be addictive.
Beating the Heat the Old-Fashioned Way: American Homes, 1880 to 1920
How Americans stayed cool before air conditioning.
Emily Kelley Moran: Pioneer of the Etching Revival
In this installment of ‘The Moran Family of Artists,’ we meet Peter Moran’s wife, Emily, who revived etching in America.
Homeschooling High School: A Mother of Six Shares the Lessons She Learned
Veteran homeschooling mom Rachel Kovac shares practical advice on navigating high school and preparing for college or careers.
From Tots to Teens: The American Founders, Virtue, and Raising Independent Children
Abigail Adams and other influential figures saw character as the cornerstone of education, emphasizing independence and self-discipline.
The Power of Play: Why Adults Need Play as Much as Kids
From boosting brainpower and creativity to reducing stress, embracing our inner child is essential for a healthy, fulfilling life across our lifespan.
Reinventing Midlife: Rethinking the Future With Entrepreneur Matt Ross
Midlife comes with unexpected challenges, but one entrepreneur argues that it can become a launching point for a richer, more purposeful life.