The Reluctant Rebel: The Patriot Who Needed Persuading
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we focus on a signer of the Declaration of Independence who came cautiously to the cause of freedom.
‘Damn Yankees’: Faust Meets Baseball
The baseball-themed play is one of the most modern adaptations of the Faust legend.
The June Garden Checklist: Tasks to Tackle Now for a Healthier Summer Garden
As temperatures rise and plants firmly take root, June is one of the busiest and most rewarding months in the garden.
Inside Dollywood’s Summer Season: Iconic Rides and Hidden Gems
From America’s first steel wing coaster to the legendary Grist Mill cinnamon bread, here is why Dollywood remains a top-tier theme park destination.
What We Can Learn From Southern Manners
Long associated with courtesy and hospitality, Southern manners remain a source of regional pride even as many Americans worry that civility is declining.
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Savory protein-packed egg bites combine vegetables and protein in a breakfast that’s as practical as it is nourishing.

Tune in Today: Inspired by Folk Dance Forms, Elevated to Symphonic Brilliance
How a set of traditional piano duets caught the ear of Johannes Brahms and launched Antonin Dvorak onto the global stage.

Summertime Parsley and Spinach Detox Soup
A blended, bright green soup delivers a refreshing combination of herbs, broth, and light comfort.

Crave-Worthy Kale Salad With Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Creamy vegan Caesar dressing, turmeric-roasted chickpeas, and juicy pomegranate seeds make for a vibrant, flavor-packed salad.

Before Smartphones and Political Correctness: Why the 1990s Has Captivated the Web
Beneath the nostalgic photos, grainy home videos, and soundtrack of a bygone era lies a deeper yearning for a time before smartphones.

‘Revolution’: The Birth of a Faith-Based America
Eric Metaxas highlights the role that religion played in fueling the colonial break from Britain.

The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.

The Best Places to Park Your Short-Term Investments
Choosing a short-term investment means balancing yield, liquidity, and safety.

‘The Capitol’: History of an Iconic Structure
The center of American government in our nation’s capital holds an intriguing history.

An Alternative Blacktop Patching Method
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At 100, Route 66 Still Beckons as a Cross-Country Caravan Takes Off From Santa Monica
In song and literature, the route is celebrated as an east-to-west journey.

Boursin Pasta
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The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.

Before Smartphones and Political Correctness: Why the 1990s Has Captivated the Web
Beneath the nostalgic photos, grainy home videos, and soundtrack of a bygone era lies a deeper yearning for a time before smartphones.

Who Is Really Thinking Our Thoughts?
From childhood voices and brain science to muses, prophets, and literary demons, history and science suggest our thoughts may not be as ‘ours’ as we believe.

‘The Ghost and the Darkness’: Mane Menace
This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ commends the courage of individuality.

Music on the Magic Mountain
How Thomas Mann’s ‘The Magic Mountain’ uses the power of music to transform a simple soul amid life, death, and war.

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.

How to Respond to Naysayers When Homeschooling
Not everyone approves of homeschooling, but their questions are opportunities to listen, share, and reinforce your confidence.

A-camping We Will Go: 5 Tips for Camping With Your Kids
Family camping trips introduce children to the magic of nature up close, from nighttime sounds and stargazing to fishing and setting up tents.

Reclaiming Childhood: How to Give Your Kids an Analog Summer
Filling your calendar with park visits, library visits, beach days, and simple home activities replaces screen time with meaningful shared experiences.


















































