French Neoclassicism: An Exhibition of Guillaume Lethière’s Paintings
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French Neoclassicism: An Exhibition of Guillaume Lethière’s Paintings

The Clark Art Institute is exhibiting paintings from the forgotten French Neoclassical painter Guillaume Lethière until October 2024.
Christopher Sholes: Originator of the QWERTY Typewriter
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Christopher Sholes: Originator of the QWERTY Typewriter

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young journalist and publisher who made one of the most significant changes to how writers write.
‘In a Landscape’: Pianist Hunter Noack’s Outdoor Concerts
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‘In a Landscape’: Pianist Hunter Noack’s Outdoor Concerts

The ‘In a Landscape’ concert series brings live classical music from the concert hall to America’s great outdoors.
The Yukon Gold Rush and the Making of an American Classic
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The Yukon Gold Rush and the Making of an American Classic

In ‘This Week in History,’ a young California adventurer seeks fortune during the Yukon gold rush but finds something more valuable.
‘Sympathy’ by Emma Lazarus
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‘Sympathy’ by Emma Lazarus

The poet expresses how one can comfort another with the shared experience of suffering.
Good Food Comes With Goodness: Murillo’s ‘The Angels’ Kitchen’

Good Food Comes With Goodness: Murillo’s ‘The Angels’ Kitchen’

In these Light Comments About Interesting Art, we see how the pure heart of a lowly brother calls to celestial beings who gladly do his work.
‘After Death’: What’s on the Other Side?

‘After Death’: What’s on the Other Side?

This provocative film takes a scientific look at what happens when the lights go out.
Woman Finds Forgiveness for Father Who Abused Her: Near-Death Experience

Woman Finds Forgiveness for Father Who Abused Her: Near-Death Experience

Though she only ‘died’ on the table for a matter of seconds, the NDE lasted long and she had a ‘life review.’
Studies Explore the Healing Power of Music

Studies Explore the Healing Power of Music

The right kind of music has been proven to alleviate stress and scientists have used it to heal a young girl’s brain.
Scientists Study Power of Consciousness With a New Twist on a Famous Quantum Experiment

Scientists Study Power of Consciousness With a New Twist on a Famous Quantum Experiment

What if our thoughts or observations could change the way something moves? Imagine if your consciousness could change the outcome of events.
French Neoclassicism: An Exhibition of Guillaume Lethière’s Paintings

French Neoclassicism: An Exhibition of Guillaume Lethière’s Paintings

The Clark Art Institute is exhibiting paintings from the forgotten French Neoclassical painter Guillaume Lethière until October 2024.
The Little Way of the Best Rugby Nation

The Little Way of the Best Rugby Nation

New Zealand’s David-and-Goliath strategy translates to lessons for us all.
‘Sympathy’ by Emma Lazarus

‘Sympathy’ by Emma Lazarus

The poet expresses how one can comfort another with the shared experience of suffering.
Lauritz Melchior: Heldentenor Turned Movie Star

Lauritz Melchior: Heldentenor Turned Movie Star

This Danish singer had a long career on the opera stage and on Hollywood sets.
Attending Theater to Change Theater

Attending Theater to Change Theater

How to make a difference in today’s culture? It might be as easy as seeing a show.
A Famous Friendship and the Poisonous Power of Politics

A Famous Friendship and the Poisonous Power of Politics

Looking at the relationship between Washington and Jefferson, Francis Coglinao’s ‘A Revolutionary Friendship’ too often loses sight of its purpose.
The Spirit of Man: The Limits of Big Brother

The Spirit of Man: The Limits of Big Brother

George Orwell’s ‘1984’ illustrates the vital power of hope and the freedom only love can afford.
A Fresh Look at a Day That Changed History: D-Day

A Fresh Look at a Day That Changed History: D-Day

A new book on the invasion of Normandy, ‘When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day,’ recalls stories and recollections from those who were there.
‘Brats’: Brat Pack Name Still Stings After All These Years

‘Brats’: Brat Pack Name Still Stings After All These Years

‘Brats’ is basically a therapy session for Andrew, the Brat Pack’s most tormented member, but it’s nice to catch up with Rob, Demi, Emilio, Ally, and the gang.
Germany, Taiwan Host Preliminary Rounds of NTD’s Traditional Chinese Martial Arts Competition

Germany, Taiwan Host Preliminary Rounds of NTD’s Traditional Chinese Martial Arts Competition

NTD Television Network is hosting the eighth International Martial Arts Competition, and preliminary rounds in Europe and Taiwan finished this month.
NTD’s 8th International Martial Arts Competition Underway

NTD’s 8th International Martial Arts Competition Underway

Preliminaries are underway in the NTD International Martial Arts Competition, part of a series of events aimed at promoting traditional culture.
A Teen Artist Paints Hope in Hard Times

A Teen Artist Paints Hope in Hard Times

Fourteen-year-old painter Lin Yu Hsuan’s inspiring art shows wisdom that belies her age.
‘In a Landscape’: Pianist Hunter Noack’s Outdoor Concerts

‘In a Landscape’: Pianist Hunter Noack’s Outdoor Concerts

The ‘In a Landscape’ concert series brings live classical music from the concert hall to America’s great outdoors.
Domenico Scarlatti: Master of the Keyboard

Domenico Scarlatti: Master of the Keyboard

The lesser known Baroque composer wrote sonatas that reflect the influence of his adopted nation, Spain, evoking flamenco dancing and Spanish folk melodies.
‘The Oak Ridge Boys’ Sparkplug’

‘The Oak Ridge Boys’ Sparkplug’

A tribute to vocalist Joe Bonsall, who brought 50 years of passion and positive energy to The Oak Ridge Boys before passing away at 76.
Fernando Sor: The ‘Beethoven of the Guitar’

Fernando Sor: The ‘Beethoven of the Guitar’

One guitarist placed the Spanish instrument in the limelight of classical music.
‘In the Sweet By-and-By’

‘In the Sweet By-and-By’

Now a standard in church hymnals, the gentle song was written by Sanford Fillmore Bennett to comfort his friend and songwriting partner.
‘Made to Fly’: Singer Colton Dixon Keeps Faith First

‘Made to Fly’: Singer Colton Dixon Keeps Faith First

Christian singer Colton Dixon keeps God first as he navigates his music industry career.
Christopher Sholes: Originator of the QWERTY Typewriter

Christopher Sholes: Originator of the QWERTY Typewriter

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young journalist and publisher who made one of the most significant changes to how writers write.
The Yukon Gold Rush and the Making of an American Classic

The Yukon Gold Rush and the Making of an American Classic

In ‘This Week in History,’ a young California adventurer seeks fortune during the Yukon gold rush but finds something more valuable.
Alice Hamilton: Doctor for Workers

Alice Hamilton: Doctor for Workers

Her research and studies in industrial hygiene brought about higher standards in workplace safety.
7 Facts About Medieval Medicine

7 Facts About Medieval Medicine

In Europe, every sneeze was a portent of doom; every stubbed toe a sign of the impending apocalypse.
On the Edge of the World: Skellig Michael

On the Edge of the World: Skellig Michael

The story of Skellig Michael and how it took part in saving civilization.
Oz Unveiled: Hidden Messages in the Emerald City

Oz Unveiled: Hidden Messages in the Emerald City

Buckle up, because interpretations come flying like monkeys on a bender.
When Power Goes Askew: Catiline and Aaron Burr

When Power Goes Askew: Catiline and Aaron Burr

Catiline’s conspiracy alerted our forefathers to the dangers of Machiavellian politics.
Charles I.D. Looff: The Carousel Maker

Charles I.D. Looff: The Carousel Maker

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet an immigrant wood-carver who moved to Brooklyn and changed the future of the carousel.