Eternal Etruscan Love in Their Funerary Art
Etruscan society loved music and banqueting, and their funerary art reflected their prosperous lifestyle.
‘Toy Story 5’: Best of the Bunch With the Most Important Message
The nutshell premise concerns our No. 1 societal and cultural malaise—tech is usurping children’s imaginations. “Toy Story 5” addresses this problem winningly.
The Woman Who ‘Signed’ the Declaration of Independence
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a printer who printed the first signed document that declared America’s independence.
The True Cost of Car Insurance
The true cost of car insurance depends on far more than just your driving history.
Maltreated and Maligned: Richard Stockton’s Revolutionary War Ordeal
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ a hero of the American Revolution lost his wealth, reputation, and nearly his life for the cause of liberty.
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Meet the 3-ingredient ‘Whipped Lemonade’ I’ll Be Making All Summer
Last summer, I practically survived on frozen lemonade. It’s a slushy sipper that’s part lemonade and part milkshake.
Tune in Today: The Mystery of Bach’s Six Suites for Solo Cello (Part 3)
The lack of a primary source has led to many interpretations of this piece.
Cicero’s America: Classical Learning and the American Republic
An education in Latin and Greek led the Founders to read ancient works that promoted liberty and virtue—the groundwork for the great American republic.
Wine ‘Additives’
Wine today, whether it’s from the United States or a place you have never heard of, is better than it has ever been.
Maltreated and Maligned: Richard Stockton’s Revolutionary War Ordeal
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ a hero of the American Revolution lost his wealth, reputation, and nearly his life for the cause of liberty.
250 Years Ago: A Resolution for Independence
Richard Henry Lee’s formal statement to Congress ignited a fierce debate that set the stage for American independence.
‘Power Ballad’: Paul Rudd’s Comedic Cousin to ‘A Star Is Born’
Director John Carney asks questions about ambition, recognition, and self-worth without offering easy answers.
The Woman Who ‘Signed’ the Declaration of Independence
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a printer who printed the first signed document that declared America’s independence.
‘The Patriot’: Fathering Over Soldiering
This installment of ‘Movies for Young Adults’ celebrates love as the heart of loyalty, whether to the family or the nation.
Calculating the True Cost
When you start calculating the number of hours you need to work to pay for something, the true cost of a purchase becomes clear.
3 Mortgage Myths Holding Back Aspiring Homeowners
Here are the most common myths revealed in a survey, and how they stack up to reality.
The Benjamin Franklin Paradox–Why You Should Stop Giving and Start Asking
From a 1730s Philadelphia anecdote to modern lab experiments: How asking for a small favor flips the logic of give-and-take and fosters emotional connection.
The Philosophy of Max Picard–The World Is Drifting Away From God
Nearly a century ago, Picard diagnosed a culture drifting away from depth, silence, and essence—with a striking clarity that still resonates powerfully today.
The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.
‘Sanshiro Sugata’: The Tale of the Lotus and the Rival
Acclaimed filmmaker Akira Kurosawa takes us on one man’s journey of self-discovery.
‘Contested Continent’: The Trans-Atlantic Conquests
Peter C. Mancall offers an engaging consideration of the European journeys into unexplored North America.
St. John’s Co-Cathedral: The Gem of Malta
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a monument of extraordinary artistic and historical complexity.
‘State Fair’: Homespun Fun Across the Decades
Three movie versions of this American pastime offer different spins on the event that celebrates agriculture, entertainment, and community spirit.
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.
The Spiritual Child: The New Science of Raising Healthy Children
Lisa Miller, a clinical psychologist whose spirituality research is published in top journals, shares how to make children more resilient to life’s challenges.
How to Respond to Naysayers When Homeschooling
Not everyone approves of homeschooling, but their questions are opportunities to listen, share, and reinforce your confidence.
A-camping We Will Go: 5 Tips for Camping With Your Kids
Family camping trips introduce children to the magic of nature up close, from nighttime sounds and stargazing to fishing and setting up tents.