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Road Toll Scam Texts Are Still Going Around. Here’s What to Look out For
People have been receiving texts claiming they have an outstanding balance for road tolls.
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Palace Hotel: A Dominating Presence in San Francisco
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we share glimpses of one of the most impressive ‘Gilded Age’ hotels in America.
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The Best of Bach: 10 Great Baroque Compositions
Though not limited to these 10, the German composer’s expansive musical legacy has reverberated for generations.
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The Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond the Call of Duty
The prestigious medal recognizes the valor ordinary men are capable of.
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The Magical Mushroom Dust You Need in Your Pantry
Blitz dried porcini mushrooms into an umami-packed condiment for deeply flavorful meat rubs.
Be on the Alert for These Insurance Scams
Knowing what to watch for can help you avoid falling victim to the most common insurance scams.
Children’s Chapter Books for Spring and Beyond
Are your children looking forward to summer vacation? These new and upcoming children’s books are sure to engage and entertain.
Mail Order Melody
The Sears catalog’s wide reach and affordable guitars made music accessible to everyone.
A Beach Read: ‘The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club’
Martha Hall Kelly’s latest historical novel presents a family mystery set on a popular island, against a World War II backdrop.
Modern Milan: Fashionable and Fun
Five hundred years ago, Leonardo da Vinci helped develop the city but Milan hasn’t stayed in the past.
How to Make the Most Legendary Diner-Style Patty Melt
Deeply caramelized onions and little pockets of butter are only the icing on the cake for this patty melt.
An Isolated Historic Ocean Stronghold
In this installment of ‘History off the Beaten Path, we visit Fort Jefferson, where three were imprisoned as conspirators in the plot to assassinate Lincoln.
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Resurrection Plants
With Easter around the corner, here are three plants that are associated with resurrection.
Denver Airport’s Luxury Lounges Getting Upgrades Like Children’s Playrooms, More Local Beers on Tap
Better free food and quiet spaces are only some of the improvements you'll see at Denver International Airport.
Universal’s Stardust Racers Is the Front-Runner for Best New Coaster of 2025
While it’s still too early to say that Stardust Racers is the best roller coaster of 2025, it’s certainly one of the best.
Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant
These expert cleaning hacks will make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.
9 Types of Memories to Hold Closely
Memories, good or bad, can bring about appreciation for who we are now and inspire our future selves.
New Questions Emerge Around the Authenticity of the Shroud of Turin
Faith, fraud, and the fabric of mystery.
The Rewards of Acting Now on What Matters
Tomorrow is a concept where things we need to do but continually push forward are not likely to come to fruition. The time to act is now.
Audrey and Maria: Two Fashion Divas of the 1950s
Thanks to their acting, singing, and fashion chops, these two leading ladies made waves on either side of the Atlantic.
‘The Amateur’: Can a CIA Cryptographer Become a Black Ops Agent?
Malek’s movie niche involves physically frail men with scary levels of grit and determination, so this story, while unrealistic, is something he can sell well.
‘We All Live Here’: The Comedy in Catastrophe
Jojo Moyes’s latest novel is a charming, humorous story about the collapse of a woman’s life and the chaotic relationships she endures under her roof.
‘Father’s Little Dividend’: The Pleasure of a Baby
Believe it or not, it pays to be a grandpa in this sequel to ‘Father of the Bride.’
First Things First: ‘Ordo Rerum’ and the Good Life
A comment from Vice President JD Vance serves as a reminder to order our priorities and responsibilities for a virtuous life.
Educating the Heart: Stories Can Inspire Virtue in Our Children
From “Anne of Green Gables” to “The Little House on the Prairie,” literature is a powerful tool for showing kids what it looks like to live a virtuous life.
Why Are More Young People Starting to Homestead?
For homesteaders, taking care of their own needs fills the void of fulfillment and connection left by consumerism.
Aristotle’s Curriculum: 4 Subjects That Build Character
According to one of history’s most well-known philosophers, young people need to be instructed in only four subjects to prepare them for a well-lived life.