Alan Jackson Plays Final Show to Sold Out Stadium
The classic country artist shaped the genre with poignant ballads and good-time anthems.
Saddles, Bits, and Spurs: Cowboy Craft at Its Finest
Traditional Cowboy Arts Association members exhibit their masterworks in the Craft in America Center.
Herakles and Cerberus: Returning From Death, Part 2
The Greek hero demonstrates his victory over death, not through destruction and disorder, but by courage and refinement of the soul.
How to Support an Adult Child at Home Without Derailing Your Retirement
What is the sandwich generation’s tax burden when a grown child moves back home?
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Take These Steps to Tame Your Taxes in Retirement
Rising tax concerns are prompting more retirees to rethink their financial plans.
Zebulon Pike’s Daring Expeditions Into the Louisiana Territory
In ‘This Week in History,’ a young Army officer led two extensive expeditions through the newly acquired lands of the Louisiana Purchase.
Not New, but New on Netflix in July
Our report on what’s debuting this month on the popular streaming site.
Physical Gold IRA: The Fees, IRS Rules, and Compliance Traps You Need to Audit
Is a self-directed gold IRA a trap? What the fees, purity rules, and IRS penalties actually look like.
Defining Chinatown: Architecture and Cultural Identity After Destruction
Through reinvention and perseverance, Chinatown evolved into an important cultural and commercial hub in San Francisco’s city center.
The Australian Numbat No Longer Officially Endangered
The status of numbat has improved to near-threatened on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.
Behold the Beauty: Martha Washington’s Penn Treaty Quilt
Our original first lady’s patriotic fancy quilt still intrigues us today.
Punny Perceptions: Mark Twain’s Short Story ‘Wit Inspirations of the “Two-Year Olds”’
The acclaimed American author looks at parenting trends during his time, comparing them to his own upbringing.
‘The Invite’: Olivia Wilde Directs 2026’s Sleeper Comedy Hit
Wilde, with a cast at her disposal that’s the acting equivalent of a Stradivarius, toggles the story between the comedic and dramatic modalities seamlessly.
Tune in Today: The Melody of Alexander Borodin’s Second String Quartet
This full-time Russian chemist managed to become a world-famous composer.
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.
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.