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Katharine Lee Bates: Penning America’s Hymn
In part 2 of a great song in this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet Katherine Lee Bates, the lady who wrote the lyrics for ‘America the Beautiful.’
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How to Resolve Conflicts With Your Adviser
Knowing how to deal with a disagreement can improve both your finances and your relationship with your planner.
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John Donne’s Brilliant Poem on Married Love
The English poet and cleric’s ‘A Valediction: Forbidden Mourning’ speaks of love’s transcendence over time and space.
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Caravaggio-Hopping on a Roman Holiday
A Rome itinerary for art lovers: track down Caravaggio’s masterpieces in museums, palaces, and churches across the Eternal City.
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By Wounds Undaunted: Presidents Who Survived Assassination Attempts
Examples of courage, wit, and faith are on display from those who have dedicated their lives to the service of their fellowmen.
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Add a Splash of Irish to Your Stew for St. Patrick’s Day
This no-nonsense, comforting stew is guaranteed to warm you, whether you’re Irish or not.
Green Immunity-Boosting Warm Tonic
Spirulina, miso, garlic, and lemon are blended into a warming, savory drink designed to support immunity and daily energy.
Medieval Guilds: How They Worked and What We Can Learn From Them
Associations organized by merchants and craftsmen served as the social and economic backbone of many medieval towns.
Potato Vegetable Kugel Is a Passover Favorite
While this is a classic Passover savory side dish, it is delicious served anytime of the year.
Don’t Make These Estate Executor Mistakes
Executors carry major legal responsibilities, and common missteps can turn settling an estate into a legal headache.
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.
Three Household Products I Don’t Buy Anymore—and Why
Here are three everyday items I stopped buying once I learned how easy the substitutes were.
By Wounds Undaunted: Presidents Who Survived Assassination Attempts
Examples of courage, wit, and faith are on display from those who have dedicated their lives to the service of their fellowmen.
The Skinny on Beef Fat: Tallow Makes a Comeback in Kitchens and in Skincare Products
Tallow and lard, its porky cousin, were once standard cooking fats used for frying and baking.
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is a classic for a reason—richly flavored with nutty Gruyère cheese and smoky bacon, it’s one of the most satisfying dishes imaginable.
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Environmental Nutrition: Are You Curious About the Carnivore Diet?
Followers of the carnivore diet usually eat foods like steak, bacon, ground beef, salmon, eggs, butter, and sometimes cheese.
Make Drywall Hole Repairs Like a Pro
Most damaged drywall material, particularly a hole, is not difficult to repair.
The Basics of Home Canning and How to Get Started—Quick and Easy!
One of the best ways to preserve—the method of food preservation that is making a big comeback—is known as “home canning.”
Unexpected Job Offer Leads Retiree on a New Career Pathway
For this 74-year-old, retirement seems to be a thing of the past.
How Italian Culture Shaped This Australian Radio Host’s Career
Radio host Tony Tardio described family as a ‘powerful force.’
‘Splish Splash’ Makes a Big Theatrical Splash for the Very Young
Goodman Theatre’s ‘Splish Splash: A Day on the Lake’ introduces the youngest audiences to live theater through puppets, songs, and playful audience interaction.
Italy Buys Rare Caravaggio Portrait for Around $32.7 Million
The portrait of Monsignor Maffeo Barberini is one of just three Caravaggio portraits—and it’s now in Italy’s public art collection.
‘Why We Click’: The Key to Connection
Why we do or don’t click is the subject of this book. It looks into the science of human interactions.
A Disturbing Peek Into World War II’s Heart of Darkness
In unrelenting detail, Richard Hargreaves’s ‘Opening the Gates of Hell’ describes the opening days of the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union.
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.
What ‘Little House’ and ‘A Tree Grows in Brooklyn’ Teach Us About Family Conflicts and Forgiveness
Two beloved American authors offer surprisingly relevant lessons.