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A Fantastic Locked-Room Mystery in the Spirit of Sherlock Holmes
Arturo Pérez-Reverte’s ‘The Final Problem’ is a well-crafted murder mystery, and an homage to Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes, and Basil Rathbone.
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America: ‘A Nation of Artists’
Three centuries of art celebrate American civilization like never before, in this ambitious Philadelphia exhibition.
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Charles J. Connick: The Art of Light
Connick’s studio became known for jewel-like, symbol-rich windows that helped revive stained glass in the United States.
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Buying Back Your Time: When Convenience Services Actually Make Financial Sense
Paying for convenience can free up time for higher-value work, rest, and better financial decisions.
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Summer Prep to Avoid Home Insurance Claims
Summer fun comes with hidden risks—simple home prep can help you avoid costly insurance claims.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
If you’re craving something cozy but not too heavy, this lemon chicken orzo soup delivers—creamy, comforting, and bright with lemon.
Classics Don’t Always Make the ‘Classics’ List
Here are 20th-century novels that shy away from doom and gloom.
These Copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits Are a Super Easy Dupe for the Real Thing
Here’s how you can replicate Red Lobster’s renowned biscuits at home, without picking up a box.
Johns Hopkins: The Quiet Founder of America’s Medical Standard
The reclusive Quaker merchant who never practiced medicine—but quietly built the model that defines American medical education today.
The Best Way to Use Rice and Beans for Quick Weeknight Meals
This versatile recipe has many steps, but the result is impressive and flavorful.
Etchmiadzin Cathedral: Oldest Cathedral in the World
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we explore an ancient Armenian church active since the 4th century.
‘North Face:’ History Carved Into Ice
A mountain-climbing thriller shows the agony of conquering the North Face of Switzerland’s Eiger mountain.
How to Reduce Taxes If Most of Your Savings Are in a Traditional IRA
IRA withdrawals are taxable—but planning can soften the hit.
Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’ and the Qualities of a Great Leader
A kingly character exhibits traits we could all learn from, even centuries later.
Tune in Today: Sibelius’s Violin Concerto and Ginette Neveu
French prodigy Ginette Neveu helped elevate Jean Sibelius’s Violin Concerto—a misunderstood masterpiece—to lasting greatness.
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Ask Angi: What Home Improvements Should I Not DIY?
Electrical work is one of the biggest areas where hiring a skilled pro is usually the smartest move.
Make It Yourself: Copper Cleaner, Aluminum Cleaner, and Dishwasher Detergent
These DIY cleaners are cheap to make, easy to use, and work great.
The Rise of the Skillcation: What to Know About Latest Travel Trend
While a regular vacation tends to focus on relaxation or sightseeing, a skillcation adds some structured learning or practice to the equation.
How to Meet Japan’s Stationmaster Cats
A station, a cat, and a tourism boom few could have predicted.
Real Possum Found Hiding Among Toys in Australian Airport Shop
A native animal briefly made itself at home on a display shelf before staff safely removed it.
‘Is This Thing On?’: Surviving Divorce Using Stand-up Comedy
While the leads are fine and Arnett is a revelation, see ‘Is This Thing On?’ for newcomers Peyton Manning and Jordan Jensen.
‘The Last Ride of the Dirty Creek Gang’: Sunset Villains
The name of William W. Johnstone still means something to the Western genre.
Despite Knowing You’re Licked: Mary Woodbury Caswell’s Short Story ‘North of Fifty-Three’
A young woman’s defiance in Mary Woodbury Caswell’s “North of Fifty-Three” shows how courage can challenge injustice and change everything.
Candles on the Cake: Two Writers Who Can Light up Our Country’s Birthday Party
Esther Forbes’s and Kenneth Roberts’s historical novels can help young readers gear up for America’s 250th anniversary.
Why Is America Going Through a ‘Dating Recession’?
According to research, a primary cause of the dating slump is lack of self-confidence among young men and women.
Novelist Mark Helprin on Learning, Curiosity, and Revitalizing Education
‘Do it the hard way.’ Mark Helprin explains how to fix education—at home and in schools.
Is Transgenderism on the Decline?
Several new studies suggest that far fewer young Americans are identifying as transgender.
Why Men Need Sports
Friendly competition allows men to push through challenges, build friendships, and engage in something bigger than themselves.