Making Hilo Home: Vacationing on the Big Island of Hawai’i
Skip the tourist traps and discover the real Hawai’i in this lush, culturally rich town full of volcanic wonders and local flavor.
What Makes Islands So Fascinating
From Greenland to the South Pacific, islands retain distinct traditions.
The Angel of Marye’s Heights
This installment of ‘When Character Counted’ features a soldier who risked death to bring water to his wounded enemies.
Chosen Road’s New Patriotic Album
In honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the bluegrass-gospel band’s latest album ‘American Morning’ debuts July 3.
A Bell, a Colonel, and the Declaration’s First Public Proclamation
In ‘This Week in History,’ a politically active merchant stood in the center of Philadelphia’s public square to read America’s most important document.
Most Read
/
10 Tips to Declutter Your Home
Downsizing now can save your family stress, time, and difficult decisions later.

Aging Is Growth: Matsuo Basho’s Short Story ‘The Aged Mother’
Matsuo Basho’s timeless tale challenges modern views on aging, revealing the profound wisdom and honor found in growing old.

An Introvert’s Guide to Surviving and Thriving at Social Gatherings
How to manage social fatigue, bypass awkward small talk, and build genuine connections on your own terms.

US Airports Where You Need the Most Time for a Layover
This is a ranking of the airports where you‘ll need the most time, and where you’ll need the least time, in order to successfully make your flight connection.

Analog Revival: Behind Vinyl’s Surprising Comeback
Tactile rituals and immersive listening experience keep drawing new generations to vinyl.

‘God Is America’s King’: The Frontier Values of Laura Ingalls Wilder
A Fourth of July scene in “Little Town on the Prairie” reveals how Laura Ingalls Wilder understood freedom.

A Bell, a Colonel, and the Declaration’s First Public Proclamation
In ‘This Week in History,’ a politically active merchant stood in the center of Philadelphia’s public square to read America’s most important document.

Why You Should Skip Amsterdam for Rotterdam
How to get there, what to see on the water, and why this modern metropolis will keep you coming back.

How to Grow Herbs All Summer Long
Flavorful, fresh herbs add vivacity to summer salads, rubs, marinades, soups, cold drinks, and much more.

How an Officer Turned Personal Crisis Into a Lifeline for Others
After surviving a suicidal crisis, former officer Adam Davis now helps first responders strengthen faith, family, and resilience.

Photographer’s Dream Encounter With 1-tonne Internet Celebrity ‘Neil the Seal’
Tasmanians and visitors alike are falling in love with Neil the playful and cheeky elephant seal.

Boredom and Cold Beauty: Why This Veteran Italian Designer Says Global Fashion Has Lost Its ‘Soul’
‘When a brand stops searching for its ’soul’ ... it slowly loses the heart that made it alive,' says the former designer for Prada and Benetton.

Lost Knowledge: Amazing Inventions That Made the Ancient World Ahead of Its Time
Earthquake monitoring, steam engines, surgery, and advanced materials: A journey through ancient inventions that were ahead of their time—and did not survive.

‘The Lake Club’: A Fun Beach Read
Drama, heartache, and the best laid plans unravel at a lakeside country club in Lina Patton’s novel.

The Historic Significance of Sea Shanties
Interactive songs like ‘Rio Grande’ fostered camaraderie among ships’ crews.

Children in Summer: The Painted Season of Ease
These four paintings capture the fleeting and unposed moments of childhood.

Original Influencers: The Mentors Who Shaped George Washington, Abigail Adams, and Thomas Jefferson
Teachers, family, and noble ideas shaped the convictions of America’s founding generation long before the internet gave rise to modern influencers.

One Nation Proposes English-Only Government Services, Scrapping Multiculturalism Office
One Nation Senator Sean Bell said current policies promoting translated government services and multiculturalism were encouraging a “separation of society”.

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.


















































