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.
‘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.
Social Security’s Caregiver Gap
Caregiving can come at a retirement cost, but smart planning may help protect your future Social Security benefits.
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.
Gian Carlo Menotti: He Gave Us American Opera
In this installment of ‘The Art of Beautiful Music,’ we discover an Italian-born composer who brought traditional opera styles to America.
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Why the Years Before 73 Matter So Much for Retirees
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‘Winslow Homer: Painter, Etcher’ on Exhibit at the Portland Museum of Art
On view through Oct. 18, 2026, it is the first major exhibition to spotlight the artist’s etching practice.
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.
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.
Tune in Today: Brahms Symphony No. 1 Emerges From Beethoven’s Shadow
Brahms took years to compose a Romantic-era masterpiece that plays tribute to Beethoven.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
‘Garden of Evil:' A Daring Rescue in Apache Country
Gary Cooper leads an outstanding cast through a Mexican landscape filled with gold, suspicion, and Apache pursuers.
Author and Musician Tim Lovelace Shares Stories That Motivate and Inspire
The performer chats about his new book, ‘Green Rain,’ and his most recent patriotic album.
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.