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Mystery Surrounds This Rare Altarpiece
An enigmatic 16th-century altarpiece joins the National Gallery, London collection.
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Brahms and Tchaikovsky: Titans in Tension
Though they are now both categorized as Romantic-era composers, these men created music that couldn’t have been more different.
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Costumes: Another Reason to Love Opera
The musical art form presents not just an auditory experience but a visual one as well.
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How to Keep Your Finances in Check During a Recession
Even if things do get worse and we cross into recession territory, there are ways to safeguard your finances.
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Early Retirement vs. Delayed Retirement: Which Is Right for You?
Retirement isn’t just about stopping work. It’s about taking on a new phase of life with intention.
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Colorado Observatory Invites You to Admire the Sun at Special Times This Summer
With the right gear, staring at the sun is encouraged—especially in Colorado.
Reasons to Disinherit Someone and How to Do It
There may come a time when you need to update and change the beneficiaries in your will.
Historical Gems in an Unlikely Locale: Key West
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,” we visit a white house and a lighthouse in Key West, Florida.
What Mortgage Lenders Do and Don’t Want to See on a Bank Statement
Lenders use your bank accounts to determine your liquidity and stability. They want to assure themselves that you can afford the mortgage.
‘Fight or Flight’: Derivative, Unoriginal? Yes. Fun? Yes!
Josh Hartnett stars in his third straight winning movie after a 25-year losing streak.
My Favorite 10-Minute Shrimp Dinner Has the Most Delicious Butter Sauce
This easy shrimp dinner is bound to be a crowd-pleaser.
Florence Griswold Home: Artistry Encased in Georgian-Style Architecture
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ the focus is on a historic home that became a gathering place for artists.
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How to Choose the Right Tomato Breed to Grow for Eating, Canning, and Cooking
With hundreds of varieties to choose from, there’s bound to be a tomato that will fulfill your preferences for size, taste, and growing season.
Get Your Home Ready for Fiber Optic
You may need to get your house ready for installing fiber optic.
Cruise Tourism Is Returning to Providence, Rhode Island
For the first time in four years, cruise ships will once again be sailing into Providence, Rhode Island.
Digger’s Wartime Letter Details the Act of God That Saved His Life
Sergeant who escaped the Fall of Singapore via a small boat and ended up in northern Australia.
Clio’s Wars: How We Interpret Our Past Will Determine Our Future
When national identity fractures and ideologies rise, historical nuance gets lost in the rubble.
40 Years of Flying Into Danger to Save Lives
Grey says he loves flying, but loves even more what it allows him to do for people in need.
Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant
These expert cleaning hacks will make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.
Gouverneur Morris: The Penman of the U.S. Constitution
The gregarious, intelligent, and oft-controversial Gouverneur Morris wrote some of the best-remembered parts of the Constitution of the United States.
‘Nonnas’: An Old-Fashioned Comedy That’ll Steal Your Heart
Vince Vaughn and four fantastic ladies get top billing, but Italian cuisine is the real star.
Everything Counts as School When You’re Homeschooling
Sports, driver’s ed, and volunteering all double as learning experiences that can help kids grow in skill and confidence.
Choosing Homeschool Curriculum: A Roadmap for Success
Next year’s winning curriculum starts with this year—refining what worked and rethinking what didn’t.
8 Ways to Finish Your Homeschool Year Well
Finish the year strong by defining your finish line, updating your records, and prepping for the seasons ahead.
6 Reasons to Spring Into Homeschooling
Spring is abounding with resources and opportunities to reflect on your schooling options and choose the best course for your family.