Herakles’s 6th Labor: Clear Away the Mind’s Chaos
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Herakles’s 6th Labor: Clear Away the Mind’s Chaos

Herakles’s solution for defeating the birds of chaos offers a lesson in separating truth from toxic noise.
How a ‘Star Wars’ Film Can Help You Become a Better Person
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How a ‘Star Wars’ Film Can Help You Become a Better Person

‘Return of the Jedi’ examines several aspects of the virtue fortitude.
What Was Jane Austen’s Christmas Like?
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What Was Jane Austen’s Christmas Like?

The traditions we associate with the Christmas season today aren’t far off from the holiday festivities of Jane Austen’s England of 250 years ago.
Roman Philosopher Epictetus’s 3 Stoic Tenets
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Roman Philosopher Epictetus’s 3 Stoic Tenets

Born a slave, this freedom-loving Roman taught Stoicism’s power to the ancient world.
Steve Amerson’s ‘Great American Songs’
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Steve Amerson’s ‘Great American Songs’

The vocalist talks about his work in Hollywood and the beauty of historic Broadway hits.
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Did You Know the Morse Code Inventor Was an Artist?

Did You Know the Morse Code Inventor Was an Artist?

Here’s the lesser-known but influential artistic legacy of America’s famous inventor.
This Isn’t Marie Antoinette After All

This Isn’t Marie Antoinette After All

Jean-Etienne Liotard’s beloved portrait presumed to be the 7-year-old Austrian archduchess is likely to be of her sister, Maria Carolina.
Chasing the History of a Rare Greek Bronze

Chasing the History of a Rare Greek Bronze

A rare extant statue of Artemis is on a long-term loan at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Norman Rockwell’s Classic Image of Thanksgiving

Norman Rockwell’s Classic Image of Thanksgiving

The holiday-themed “Freedom From Want” played an important role during World War II and is a testament to Rockwell’s artistic talent.
The Captivating ‘Marie Antoinette Style’

The Captivating ‘Marie Antoinette Style’

For centuries, the last queen of France has influenced art, architecture, entertainment, and more. London’s Victoria and Albert Museum celebrates her legacy.
‘50 Years From Home’: Vince Gill’s Ambitious Recording Project

‘50 Years From Home’: Vince Gill’s Ambitious Recording Project

The country legend pledged to release one EP per month for the next year.
‘Jewish Worlds Illuminated': A Treasure Trove of Hebrew Manuscripts

‘Jewish Worlds Illuminated': A Treasure Trove of Hebrew Manuscripts

Over 100 works are displayed at Manhattan’s Grolier Club, the country’s oldest society of bibliophiles.
Botticelli’s Art Swayed by a Beauty and a Monk

Botticelli’s Art Swayed by a Beauty and a Monk

In the first installment of ‘Profile of the Artist,’ we are introduced to Sandro Botticelli, who was inspired by Simonetta and influenced by Savanarola.
‘Much Ado About Nothing’: Engaging and Hilarious

‘Much Ado About Nothing’: Engaging and Hilarious

The classic Shakespeare play is just as entertaining, impactful, and hilarious today as it was four centuries ago when it was first performed.
‘The Baker’s Wife’: About Love and Understanding

‘The Baker’s Wife’: About Love and Understanding

This French tale about love, fidelity, and bread is being performed off-Broadway.
Heartfelt and Fun: ‘It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play’

Heartfelt and Fun: ‘It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play’

Chicagoland enjoys the magical movie as a radio show, and it’s just as marvelous with live actors.
‘Joint Security Area’: A Film That Echoes Today’s Headlines

‘Joint Security Area’: A Film That Echoes Today’s Headlines

The Demilitarized Military Zone between North and South Korea is the setting for this tense thriller.
How a ‘Star Wars’ Film Can Help You Become a Better Person

How a ‘Star Wars’ Film Can Help You Become a Better Person

‘Return of the Jedi’ examines several aspects of the virtue fortitude.
‘The Christmas Candle’: The Divine Spark Lights the Flame of Goodness

‘The Christmas Candle’: The Divine Spark Lights the Flame of Goodness

This installment of ‘Movies for Teens and Young Adults’ calls for balancing faith and good works.
Herakles’s 6th Labor: Clear Away the Mind’s Chaos

Herakles’s 6th Labor: Clear Away the Mind’s Chaos

Herakles’s solution for defeating the birds of chaos offers a lesson in separating truth from toxic noise.
E.W. Marland Mansion: A Palace on the Prairie

E.W. Marland Mansion: A Palace on the Prairie

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a Mediterranean Revival-style residence in America’s heartland.
A Priest’s Praise of Folly

A Priest’s Praise of Folly

With honesty and satire, Erasmus of Rotterdam espoused humility as a path to peace in a war-stricken world.
Wisconsin’s Illuminated Christmas

Wisconsin’s Illuminated Christmas

Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a testament to the ingenuity and elegance of a bygone time.
St. Paul’s Chapel: A Stalwart Structure Dwarfed by Modernity

St. Paul’s Chapel: A Stalwart Structure Dwarfed by Modernity

In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we focus on the oldest surviving church in Manhattan.
7 Parenting Lessons From Ancient China’s Three-Character Classic

7 Parenting Lessons From Ancient China’s Three-Character Classic

The book distills Confucian teachings into short, rhythmic lines meant to guide children on their path to becoming virtuous and sensible adults.
Hildegard of Bingen: The Music of the Living Light

Hildegard of Bingen: The Music of the Living Light

This medieval German nun wrote music and plays, recorded her visions, and broadened the European understanding of Christianity.
Winners Reflect on NTD’s Classical Chinese Dance Competition: ‘An Honor to Participate’

Winners Reflect on NTD’s Classical Chinese Dance Competition: ‘An Honor to Participate’

Gold award recipients said the competition was a chance to grow, connect with audiences and carry on a tradition rooted in 5,000 years of Chinese culture.
2025 NTD International Classical Chinese Dance Competition Finals and Awards Ceremony

2025 NTD International Classical Chinese Dance Competition Finals and Awards Ceremony

The classical Chinese dance competition is one in a series of international cultural and arts events hosted by NTD aimed at promoting traditional culture.
Steve Amerson’s ‘Great American Songs’

Steve Amerson’s ‘Great American Songs’

The vocalist talks about his work in Hollywood and the beauty of historic Broadway hits.
Tune in Today: Saint-Saëns’ Secret Composition

Tune in Today: Saint-Saëns’ Secret Composition

Composed originally to amuse guests during a Mardi Gras gathering, the celebrated work blends wit, texture, and melodic brilliance.
Three Easy Instruments for Beginner Musicians

Three Easy Instruments for Beginner Musicians

Wanting to learn how to play a musical instrument? Here are some beginner-friendly ones to start with.
Meet Christopher Macchio: The American Tenor Hitting All the High Notes

Meet Christopher Macchio: The American Tenor Hitting All the High Notes

It’s been a spectacular musical journey for Christopher Macchio, with a little help from President Donald Trump.
Gavin DeGraw’s Vintage Yuletide Cheer

Gavin DeGraw’s Vintage Yuletide Cheer

The singer’s holiday extended play ‘A Classic Christmas’ offers listeners seasonal nostalgia with timeless ballads.
Tune in Today: Pietro Mascagni’s Three Minutes of Musical Fame

Tune in Today: Pietro Mascagni’s Three Minutes of Musical Fame

Mascagni’s ‘Intermezzo From Cavalleria Rusticana’ is his best known piece today, despite his popularity during his lifetime.
Tune in Today: Celebrating Vivaldi’s ‘Autumn’

Tune in Today: Celebrating Vivaldi’s ‘Autumn’

The third concerto from ‘The Four Seasons’ is based on a sonnet on harvest and hunting.
The Grand Ole Opry’s Centennial Celebration

The Grand Ole Opry’s Centennial Celebration

The historic show celebrates its 100th birthday by releasing the ‘Country’s Greatest Songs’ album.
What Was Jane Austen’s Christmas Like?

What Was Jane Austen’s Christmas Like?

The traditions we associate with the Christmas season today aren’t far off from the holiday festivities of Jane Austen’s England of 250 years ago.
Roman Philosopher Epictetus’s 3 Stoic Tenets

Roman Philosopher Epictetus’s 3 Stoic Tenets

Born a slave, this freedom-loving Roman taught Stoicism’s power to the ancient world.
Theodore Roosevelt, the Bad Lands, and Healing Power of the Wilderness

Theodore Roosevelt, the Bad Lands, and Healing Power of the Wilderness

Driven by grief, Theodore Roosevelt fled to the wilderness of the Bad Lands and found healing, then passed it down to future generations.
America’s First Psychiatrist: Dr. Benjamin Rush

America’s First Psychiatrist: Dr. Benjamin Rush

This Founding Father took the treatment of the mentally ill in a new direction.
How Dinner and Brandy Led to the Creation of the Antarctic Treaty

How Dinner and Brandy Led to the Creation of the Antarctic Treaty

In ‘This Week in History,’ three scientists proposed a Third International Polar Year, resulting in major scientific and political breakthroughs.
A Safe Elevator Prevents Accidents

A Safe Elevator Prevents Accidents

Alexander Miles patented automatic closure of elevator doors.
Timothy O’Sullivan: America’s Forgotten Eye

Timothy O’Sullivan: America’s Forgotten Eye

This 19th-century photographer produced images that brought the Civil War and the American West to life.
‘The Killing Stones’: The Return of Jimmy Perez

‘The Killing Stones’: The Return of Jimmy Perez

The Orkney Islands become the new home of an iconic detective.
Devilish Greed: ‘The Devil With the Three Golden Hairs’

Devilish Greed: ‘The Devil With the Three Golden Hairs’

A greedy, selfish king tries to change his fate in this tale from the Brothers Grimm.
Living a Wonder-Filled Life: ‘The Fairy Friend’

Living a Wonder-Filled Life: ‘The Fairy Friend’

Maria Child’s essay shows how anyone can transform his or her life in marvelous ways.