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Tune in Today: Godefroid’s Harp Concert Etude
Felix Godefroid and his support of the double-action harp assured the ancient instrument a place in the concert hall.
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The Strange and Beautiful Story of Charles Lamb and His Sister
When his older sister suffered a mental breakdown that ended in tragedy, writer Charles Lamb devoted his life to caring for her.
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Thanksgiving Turkey
Looking for the best Thanksgiving turkey recipe? This foolproof version delivers juicy, golden perfection.
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Drag Racing, Salt Flats, and the Pursuit of 600 MPH
In ‘This Week in History,’ several daring drivers built their jet engine-powered cars in hopes of becoming the fastest man on Earth.
Turn Leftover Mashed Potatoes Into Pan-Fried Potato Pancakes
While there are many Thanksgiving leftovers that are arguably better the second day, mashed potatoes usually aren’t one of them.
The Making of a Miracle Worker: Anne Sullivan
This installment of When Character Counted casts a light on the making of the young teacher who opened the world to a blind and deaf student.
Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts Warm the Soul
Made with an apple cider reduction and dusted in a warm, seasonal mix of cinnamon and sugar, these donuts embody everything people love about fall.
Financial Advisors Don’t Talk About These 9 Things
Most advisors give the same basic guidance—but real wealth comes from choices they rarely mention.
New Cruise to Retrace Pan Am Clipper’s Route in the Caribbean and Latin America
Cruise line Holland America and Pan American World Airways are teaming up to offer a cruise that retraces the original flying Clipper routes.
‘The Yosemite’: A Love Letter to Nature
Known for championing national parks and as co-founder of the Sierra Club, John Muir was also a prolific writer with a passion for poetic prose.
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Replace an Interior Door
A solid door looks and operates better and reduces the transmission of sound.
Best Foods to Freeze (and Why You Should Try This)
Your freezer is one of the most overlooked money-saving tools in your kitchen.
Discover Dazzling Displays at a Dark Sky Park
DarkSky International has certified more than 200 dark sky parks, preserves, and communities worldwide.
Ctrl+Alt+Create: Tech Veteran Says Art the Cure for Isolation in the Digital Era
People are more connected and more lonely than ever. Could art be the key to restoring human connection?
7 Lessons From Marcus Aurelius for a Chaotic World
The Roman emperor’s Stoic wisdom is as relevant to the human experience today as it was almost 2000 years ago
L. M. Montgomery’s Short Story ‘Lilian’s Business Adventure’
A young woman’s circumstances change when she takes on a positive attitude.
‘Little Forest’: Phones Off, Soup On
A young woman leaves city life in a South Korean film that celebrates the simple life in a rural setting.
‘The Caverns’: Tennessee’s Concerts in a Cave
The Caverns offers an idyllic spot where nature and music intersect.
‘Death by Lightning’: A US President the World Forgot
The story of James Garfield and his assassin reveal what we need to know about our complicated past in this TV mini-series.
Family Heirlooms: Your Story Is Part of Your Legacy
From childhood mischief to hard-won wisdom, the tales of our elders are family heirlooms waiting to be told and preserved.
Inside Ireland’s First Classical Academy
When Padraig and Grace Cantillon-Murphy founded Mater Dei Academy, they didn’t know they were starting a revival.
Halloween Costumes Compliments of the Closet (Not the Credit Card)
A memorable costume has nothing to do with a price tag—and everything to do with imagination, masking tape, and a sprinkle of mischief.