How a Monastery Helped Preserve the West
Thousands of religious texts as well as writings on philosophy, ethics, and history were preserved by monks, thanks to Cassiodorus.
For the Children’s Sake: Charles Loring Brace Rescued Children From the Streets
This installment of ‘When Character Counted’ heads to New York’s slums and the man who rescued children from poverty and crime.
Appliance Repairability Guide: Why Americans Struggle With Pre-Purchase Inspections
How do I know if an appliance is repairable before I buy it, and why do smart appliances fail faster?
Shopping for Long-Term Care Insurance at 50, 55, 60, and 65? What You Need to Know
Your age when shopping for long-term care insurance can have a significant impact on both eligibility and cost.
‘Richard Fleischer: Journeyman’: A New Look at an Underappreciated Filmmaker
Jason A. Ney reevaluates the prolific director of ’20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ and ‘Soylent Green.’
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Alan Jackson Plays Final Show to Sold Out Stadium
The classic country artist shaped the genre with poignant ballads and good-time anthems.
‘The Odyssey’: Tales of Brave Ulysses—Stark and Majestic
The eye-opening concept from Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ is the idea that Odysseus was responsible for Greek civilization’s downfall. That’s a new angle.
Homemade Ice Packs, Cold Packs and Other Summer Wins
Here are a few simple summer solutions that cost very little, work beautifully, and have saved me more than once.
The Widow’s Penalty Nobody Plans For
Losing a spouse can also mean facing a higher tax bill, even with less income.
Defining Chinatown: Architecture and Cultural Identity After Destruction
Through reinvention and perseverance, Chinatown evolved into an important cultural and commercial hub in San Francisco’s city center.
Tune in Today: The Melody of Alexander Borodin’s Second String Quartet
This full-time Russian chemist managed to become a world-famous composer.
What Should Homeowners Know Before Pest Problems Start?
Factors like moisture, small exterior gaps, food access, landscaping, and cluttered storage spaces can all make a home more attractive to unwanted visitors.
Jazz Up Door With Stained Glass
Installing glass in place of one or several panels in a wood door is not a difficult project.
In Minnesota’s Dwindling Mom-and-Pop Resort Culture, Ten Mile Lake Keeps It in the Family
Ten Mile Lake Resort has kept with the times while staying true to its history.
The Australian Numbat No Longer Officially Endangered
The status of numbat has improved to near-threatened on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.
David Raksin: Composer of Memorable Themes
In this installment of ‘The Art of Movie Music,’ we hear the melodies of a film composer who made movies like ‘Laura’ unforgettable.
Orava Castle: A Stone Chronicle Above the River
In this ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a fortress where seven centuries of architectural change can still be followed room by room.
A Cynical Study on Fairy Tales Takes Its Slant Too Seriously
Jack Zipes’s complicated ‘Once Upon a Time There Was Truth or, Why We Need Fairy Tales’ is rife with sociopolitical absurdities.
‘Lucky’: A Seasoned Grifter Calls on Her Considerable Wits in Order to Survive
Anya Taylor-Joy evades the law and a vengeful mob boss in this impressive crime thriller.
Why Fathers Should Stay Home Too
Modern remote work is giving some families the chance to reclaim home as the center of both work and the family
Creating Nostalgia Today: What Will Your Children Remember?
An annual camping trip, a favorite storybook, or a holiday tradition may become the emotional touchstones of childhood.
Punchlines and Proverbs: A Tribute to Dads for Father’s Day
A playful celebration of fatherhood, complete with dad jokes and one-liners, captures dads at their wittiest and most lovable.
The Spiritual Child: The New Science of Raising Healthy Children
Lisa Miller, a clinical psychologist whose spirituality research is published in top journals, shares how to make children more resilient to life’s challenges.