High Notes and Decrescendos: More Great Opera at the Met
Part 2 of the Metropolitan Opera’s 2026–2027 season features productions in 2027.
Angelica Kauffmann’s Paintings of Penelope, the Faithful Wife
The neoclassical painter illustrated more than a dozen pictures from Homer’s epic poem, but it was the storyline of Odysseus’s wife that she kept returning to.
Tune in Today: How ‘Der Freischütz’ Defined a National Identity
Writing an overture for a distinctly German opera.
The ‘True Art’ of Renaissance Drawing
Renaissance artists put their heart, skill, and genius into drawings.
How a Miner’s Wire Rope Transformed American Transportation
In ‘This Week in History,’ a father and son immigrated to California for the Gold Rush, and the son remained to build a national treasure.
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INFOGRAPHIC: 5 Timeless Virtues of The Odyssey
The Greek warrior king left lessons for the ages, enduring god-sent challenges on his years-long journey home.
Why the Years Before 73 Matter So Much for Retirees
Smart tax moves before RMDs begin can help reduce future taxes and let you keep more of your retirement savings.
Blackberry Crumble Is the Old-Fashioned Dessert I Bring to Every Gathering
This blackberry crumble combines fresh blackberries with a touch of extra sweetness, vibrant lemon zest, and a buttery crumble topping.
Selling the Family’s Gold: How to Turn Inherited Coins and Jewelry Into a Fair Price
How much should you get for selling gold coins and jewelry you inherited?
Photographer Captures Adorable Squirrels Stopping to ‘Smell the Flowers’—Photos Go Viral
Back From the Brink: Is This Australia’s Luckiest Kookaburra?
A Queensland snake catcher has shared the dramatic moment a kookaburra seemingly came back from the dead after nearly becoming a python’s meal.
This 10-Minute Trick Guarantees the Tenderest Chicken Dinner of All Time
Hunan cuisine is known for its bold heat, deep savory notes, and big aromatic chunks of garlic and ginger.
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This blackberry crumble combines fresh blackberries with a touch of extra sweetness, vibrant lemon zest, and a buttery crumble topping.
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He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.
‘Abe Lincoln in Illinois’: The Man Who Would Be President
Raymond Massey gives Lincoln the presence required to lead the country during a difficult time in history.
‘Late Fame’: How Boomers and Gen-Alphas See Art Differently
“Late Fame” is a quiet but meaningful film, portraying the slow, inexorable effects of entropy on artistic integrity, and the dissolution of meaningful culture.
‘They Are Shooting Us All to Pieces’
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet the James-Younger gang, the town, and a heroic bank official who stopped their robberies and murders.
Filling the Eyes With Color: Edmund Dulac’s Fairy Tale Illustrations
The French-born artist made a vibrant statement in the world of magic and fantasy.
Why Grandparents Matter More Than Ever
A growing body of research suggests that living near grandparents can have lasting benefits for parents, children, and family life as a whole.
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.