A Bell, a Colonel, and the Declaration’s First Public Proclamation
In ‘This Week in History,’ a politically active merchant stood in the center of Philadelphia’s public square to read America’s most important document.
Original Influencers: The Mentors Who Shaped George Washington, Abigail Adams, and Thomas Jefferson
Teachers, family, and noble ideas shaped the convictions of America’s founding generation long before the internet gave rise to modern influencers.
The Brave Irish Publisher of the Declaration of Independence
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ an Irish apprentice became a prominent publisher and the Continental Congress’s official printer.
How to Grow Herbs All Summer Long
Flavorful, fresh herbs add vivacity to summer salads, rubs, marinades, soups, cold drinks, and much more.
How to Visit Edinburgh, Scotland’s Storybook Capital
Historic streets, dramatic views, neighborhood pubs, and a few surprises await visitors.
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July Sizzlers: Something for Everyone on Screens Both Big and Small
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The 4 Percent Rule Is Showing Its Age: Smarter Withdrawal Strategies for 2026
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Photographer’s Dream Encounter With 1-tonne Internet Celebrity ‘Neil the Seal’
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Boredom and Cold Beauty: Why This Veteran Italian Designer Says Global Fashion Has Lost Its ‘Soul’
‘When a brand stops searching for its ’soul’ ... it slowly loses the heart that made it alive,' says the former designer for Prada and Benetton.
Teddy Roosevelt Items Chosen for New Badlands’ Library
Important Roosevelt memorabilia preserved in a North Carolina farmhouse is now being installed in the Rough Riders’ South Dakota library.
250 Years Ago: The Declaration of Independence—The Crucial Days of July 1776
The need for unanimity of the colonies on the issue of independence led to tense days leading up to the signing of the country’s birth certificate.
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins for Healthy Snacking
Grated zucchini and pureed blueberries disappear into a soft, kid-approved muffin packed with fiber and protein.
Easy Way to Build a Beautiful Summer Flower Garden
Starting a flower garden from the ground up is fun and rewarding, and it can even be done at the height of summer.
An Introvert’s Guide to Surviving and Thriving at Social Gatherings
How to manage social fatigue, bypass awkward small talk, and build genuine connections on your own terms.
Photographer’s Dream Encounter With 1-tonne Internet Celebrity ‘Neil the Seal’
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Lost Knowledge: Amazing Inventions That Made the Ancient World Ahead of Its Time
Earthquake monitoring, steam engines, surgery, and advanced materials: A journey through ancient inventions that were ahead of their time—and did not survive.
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.
10 Score and 50 Years Later: Are We Living Up to the Declaration?
Preserving the republic requires modern Americans to look beyond politics and commit to civic virtue and education.
‘God Is America’s King’: The Frontier Values of Laura Ingalls Wilder
A Fourth of July scene in “Little Town on the Prairie” reveals how Laura Ingalls Wilder understood freedom.
Titian Ramsay Peale I: An impressive Career for a Short-Lived Naturalist
In this installment of “The Art of Liberty,’ we meet the son of Charles Willson Peale who worked in the natural sciences before his untimely death.
‘Wealthy Soul’: Mercy in a Cynical World
This drama is a hopeful reminder that true wealth comes from within.
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.