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Unraveling the Mysteries of Leonardo’s ‘Madonna of the Yarnwinder’
Leonardo’s enigmatic painting quietly went on long-term loan at The Met without much fanfare this spring.
Pop Warner: The Architect of American Football
The creative college football coach reinvented the game from a sheer brute collision course to a thinking game of misdirection and trick plays.
Moszna Castle: Bold and Beautiful
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we explore an architectural marvel in a small Polish village.
The National Bank Controversy That Left a President Without a Party
In ‘This Week in History,’ Whigs worked to empower their party and corral support for a national bank only to see a Whig destroy their efforts.
Winners Announced for 9th NTD International Traditional Chinese Martial Arts Competition
Out of 75 martial artists from eight countries, eight won silver awards, and 19 received bronze awards. Gold awards were vacant.
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Beating the Heat the Old-Fashioned Way: American Homes, 1880 to 1920
How Americans stayed cool before air conditioning.
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 Timeless Wisdom of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth
Tolkien’s masterwork reveals how humility, friendship, and grace offer practical hope for our own world.
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 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 California Surf Museum: A Temple Dedicated to the Waves
Founded in 1986 (at 312 Pier View Way), you can’t miss it since its blue-and-white exterior resembles a cresting wave.
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.
‘Another World’: Photographer Explores Giant Ice Caves in the Belly of a Glacier—And The Photos Are Surreal
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.
Tune in Today: Out of the Darkness Comes César Franck’s Violin Sonata
How a legendary 1886 candlelit premiere in Brussels gave us one of classical music’s greatest masterworks.
‘So Proudly We Hail’: The Angels of Bataan
Heroic nurses in WWII brave hardship and danger as they care for the sick and wounded in the Pacific theater.
The Timeless Wisdom of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth
Tolkien’s masterwork reveals how humility, friendship, and grace offer practical hope for our own world.
The Humble Origin and Lasting Impact of William Dean Howells
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a self-educated Ohioan rose through the literary ranks to become known as the Dean of American Letters.
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.
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.