Featured
Featured
America’s First Psychiatrist: Dr. Benjamin Rush
This Founding Father took the treatment of the mentally ill in a new direction.
Featured
7 Simple Habits That Will Transform Your Writing
Great writing begins with simple, practical habits that build precision, structure, and intention, one sentence at a time.
Featured
Renewing Society by Strengthening Men
Through a men’s group that embraces fatherhood and brotherhood, men nationwide are rediscovering mentorship, camaraderie, and connection.
Featured
Compassion in Action: Three Sisters Bring Toys, Joy, and Healing to the Poor in South America
Remote villages experience joy and relief as the Ross sisters join their father on annual missions to some of the poorest regions of Latin America.
Featured
Aurora Fever: Chasing the Sky as the Sun Goes Crazy
Recent solar activity has pushed auroras far beyond their usual boundaries, turning normally quiet horizons into stages for brilliant, shifting light.
Most Read
/
Wisconsin’s Illuminated Christmas
Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a testament to the ingenuity and elegance of a bygone time.
A Quick, Cozy Pasta Recipe Perfect for the Season
The dish emerges from the oven steaming and fragrant.
This Boise Hotel Ranked Among the World’s Best. What Makes It a Top Place to Stay?
The Sparrow aims to “get its guests out of rooms and exploring.”
‘Stars and Stripes Forever’: The Man Behind America’s National March
John Philip Sousa’s band gave patriotic marches and the sousaphone a place in history.
This 1-ingredient Upgrade for Baked Potatoes Makes Them Impossibly Fluffy
Be blown away by the texture of a twice baked potato.
Timothy O’Sullivan: America’s Forgotten Eye
This 19th-century photographer produced images that brought the Civil War and the American West to life.
If Health Issues Force Early Retirement, Should You Claim Social Security?
If you can’t work until 70, your Social Security strategy may need a rethink. Experts explain when it’s smarter to claim early—and when waiting still pays off.
Chasing the History of a Rare Greek Bronze
A rare extant statue of Artemis is on a long-term loan at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
3
4
Lifestyle
Airport Dining Has Gone Upscale
In years past, many travelers sought to avoid eating in airline terminals. Over time, that picture has changed for the better.
How to Combat Negative Thoughts
Sorting worries by what can and can’t be controlled helps direct our energy away from rumination.
The Trap of Looking Elsewhere
The chase for a “better” kind of life often obscures the real beauty found in simple, unpolished moments.
Nissi Hamilton: How the Girl the System Failed Became the Voice It Can’t Ignore
Once a homeless teen mom trapped in human trafficking, Nissi Hamilton now fights for national legislation to give survivors a second chance.
5 Powerful Principles From ‘Lord of the Rings’ to Strengthen Your Life
Tolkien’s classic fantasy series has much to teach about personal character.
7 Parenting Lessons From Ancient China’s Three-Character Classic
The book distills Confucian teachings into short, rhythmic lines meant to guide children on their path to becoming virtuous and sensible adults.
A Brief Study of Rome’s Civil War Between Cults of Personalities
William Horsted’s book ‘Caesarian Legionary Versus Pompeian Legionary’ proves insightful concerning the military differences of two Roman armies.
‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’: A Big Winner
The returning director and leading man deliver the goods in this no-holds-barred sequel.
December 2025: Jingle in Some Family Fare
Here’s what to look for in theaters and streaming next month.
‘A Year With the Seals’: Clowns of the Marine World
Author Alix Morris hangs out with the ocean’s most charismatic and controversial creatures.
8 Ways to Help Children Experience Arts and Culture
From visiting art galleries to taking music lessons, experiencing the riches found in art and music sets a foundation for life.
Raising Lions: A Bold New Way to Parent Strong Kids
Parenting guru Joe Newman encourages adults to reestablish their authority compassionately.
Snow Days: Ideas for Frosty Family Fun
Spending time outdoors improves mental and physical well-being. Make some lifelong memories with these DIY winter activities for all ages.
Family Heirlooms: Your Story Is Part of Your Legacy
From childhood mischief to hard-won wisdom, the tales of our elders are family heirlooms waiting to be told and preserved.