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‘Zack’: Where Looks and Abilities Can Be Deceiving
This solid off-Broadway production of Harold Brighouse’s 1916 play reminds theatergoers to look into a person’s heart.
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Penning America’s Hymn: ‘America the Beautiful’
In the first part of this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we learn how a church organist and college professor created ‘America the Beautiful.’
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Green Immunity-Boosting Warm Tonic
Spirulina, miso, garlic, and lemon are blended into a warming, savory drink designed to support immunity and daily energy.
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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.
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Don’t Make These Estate Executor Mistakes
Executors carry major legal responsibilities, and common missteps can turn settling an estate into a legal headache.
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With a Homemade Shamrock Shake
This creamy green shake comes together with just a handful of basic ingredients.
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.
Dürer’s Renaissance and the Prolific Printing Press
Preferring creating prints over painting, Dürer propelled the Northern Renaissance by sharing ideas from rediscovered ancients with his art.
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.
Green Immunity-Boosting Warm Tonic
Spirulina, miso, garlic, and lemon are blended into a warming, savory drink designed to support immunity and daily energy.
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.
Potato Vegetable Kugel Is a Passover Favorite
While this is a classic Passover savory side dish, it is delicious served anytime of the year.
‘Ardent and Affectionate’: The Friendships That Shaped Thomas Jefferson
From boyhood companions to fellow founders, Jefferson’s enduring friendships influenced both his character and the nation he helped build.
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.
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.
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Rick Steves’ Europe: Finding Serendipity in Romania’s Countryside
In Romania, you'll find that rather than famous sights, it’s the happy and unpredictable serendipity that leaves you with lifelong memories as souvenirs.
Is Aspen Over? Another Year of Poor Snow Has Loyalists Rethinking Trips
There’s no way to sugarcoat it: This season has been terrible for resorts in the U.S. West. And it’s not just Aspen.
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.
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.’
‘Cold Zero’: Arctic Survival Under Gunfire
A CIA agent and an ex-Air Force pilot are stranded at the top of the world, and everybody’s coming after them.
Titian’s Sartorial Sleeve
Titian’s innovations in portraiture inspired virtually all 17th-century European artists.
Palace of Catalan Music: Barcelona Art Nouveau
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a monument to Catalan tradition.
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.
How to Educate a Child Long Before School Begins
True education begins not in the classroom, but in the home—where a child’s senses, imagination, and love of truth are first awakened.