250 Years Ago: South Carolina Defeats the British Empire
Days before the vote on independence, a British armada attempts to restore royal authority.
Tune in Today: Beethoven’s ‘Waldstein’ Sonata: Virtuosity as Expressivity
Fingers fly and notes sprinkle through the air like confetti in one of Beethoven’s most physically demanding piano sonatas.
Pasadena City Hall: A Towering Achievement
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we look at a grandiose California government building influenced by beaux arts design.
‘Supergirl’: This New Superstar Is Going to Be Around for a While
Subpar “Supergirl” serves to whet the appetite for when neonate superstar Milly Alcock gets the chance to work with a stronger director.
‘Young Washington’: The Father of Our Country as You’ve Never Seen Him
This daring historic action piece takes big chances and mostly pays off in big ways.
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The Budgeting Method I Tried for 30 Days That Changed My Spending Permanently
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The ‘Sister’ of Famous Scottish Highland Stag at Sotheby’s
The little-known highland stag from Queen Victoria’s favorite artist hits the art market.
‘Supergirl’: This New Superstar Is Going to Be Around for a While
Subpar “Supergirl” serves to whet the appetite for when neonate superstar Milly Alcock gets the chance to work with a stronger director.
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.
‘Young Washington’: The Father of Our Country as You’ve Never Seen Him
This daring historic action piece takes big chances and mostly pays off in big ways.
‘Lucky Strike’: Scott Eastwood’s Best Effort Yet is Still Just Above Average
This Battle of the Bulge WW II action thriller steals its own thunder at the start.
Shen Yun Enchants Toronto Audience With Full House Performance in Triumphant Return
‘There’s nothing like it anywhere,’ said audience member Trelawny Howell.
How Can Homeowners Make the Most of Their Deck or Porch This Summer?
Decks and porches can feel like an extension of your living space during the summer months.
How Americans Are Hacking Summer Travel Costs Amid Inflation
Travelers are using points, perks, timing tricks, and bundled packages to stretch their travel budgets further than ever.
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.
‘The Fighting Sullivans’: A Remarkable True Story of Courage
A true story about five brothers that gives a tribute to love, duty, and the cost of war.
The Long Military and Political Journey to Create the American Flag
In ‘This Week in History,’ after more than a year of use, the Grand Union Flag was replaced by America’s official flag—the Stars and Stripes.
Country Troubadour: Justin Moore Releases ‘Greatest Hits’ Album
The singer-songwriter is celebrating 20 years of music and another top hit.
One Man Metes Out Old-Style Justice in ‘The Fourth Option’
Action writer Jack Carr teams up with M.P. Woodward to introduce former Navy SEAL Chris Walker to readers.
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.
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.