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.

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.

Behold the Beauty: Martha Washington’s Penn Treaty Quilt
Our original first lady’s patriotic fancy quilt still intrigues us today.

Stratford-Upon-Avon: To See or Not to See?
The best Shakespeare-related thing you can do in Stratford is see a play.

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.

Wine Glut
Not only are bankruptcies and winery closures becoming commonplace, but very slow wine sales are also changing the face of domestic production.

Saddles, Bits, and Spurs: Cowboy Craft at Its Finest
Traditional Cowboy Arts Association members exhibit their masterworks in the Craft in America Center.

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.

Mary Jane Peale: The American Art Dynasty’s Last Painter
In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet the last painter of the prodigiously artistic Peale family.

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.

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.





















































