Samson: The Strength That Became a Curse
Part 2 of this three-part series presents the lion, the honey, and the terrible price of revenge.
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This Meatball Recipe Is Perfect Thanksgiving Leftovers
Leftover stuffing is great for a few meals after Thanksgiving. (Even Julia Child relished stuffing sandwiches the day after!). But stuffing tends to go from marvelous to meh in just ...
11-12-2026
The Spitfire Next Door: WWII-Era Fighter Plane Fuselage Restored by UK Man Auctions for $24,000
For 20 years, an unassuming garage in England was the secret home for a World War II fighter aircraft. Its owner was Peter Arnold from Buckinghamshire, who used to wheel ...
11-12-2026
What the New 2027 Tax Brackets Could Mean for Your Tax Bill
The new brackets apply to income earned in 2027, but it may not mean what you think.
11-12-2026
3 Trusts for Financially Irresponsible Heirs
Leaving an inheritance to a financially irresponsible child can put your wealth at risk, but these three trusts may help protect it.
11-12-2026
This Easy Corn Casserole Is a One-Bowl Wonder
Jiffy corn casserole is a side dish that instantly makes any fall dinner or Thanksgiving feast feel even cozier. Thanks to that retro blue box, it’s also the easiest thing ...
11-12-2026
11 Things You Should Never Plug Into a Power Strip
As a rule of thumb, don't plug things that heat up into a power strip.
11-12-2026
Samson: The Strength That Became a Curse
Part 2 of this three-part series presents the lion, the honey, and the terrible price of revenge.
11-12-2026
Why Not Put a Clambake Inside Your Thanksgiving Turkey?
Every cook, in every kitchen, in every era, on every continent, knows that when you roast a bird, you stuff that thing. Otherwise, it’s a wasted opportunity to impregnate that ...
11-12-2026
How C.S. Lewis’s Writings Grew ‘From Airmen to Aslan’
Bruce Johnson recounts how the RAF influenced the acclaimed author of the Narnia series and other important works.
11-12-2026
In America: A Rare Chance to See Renaissance Siena’s Bronze Works
The Frick Collection presents Italian Renaissance bronze works, some of which have never left Italy before.
11-12-2026
High-Protein Sausage and Cheddar Breakfast Biscuits (Freezer-Friendly!)
Really though, these breakfast biscuits are the best thing to happen to busy mornings. They’re delicious and easy drop biscuits packed with eggs, sausage, veggies, and cheese. They’re quick and ...
11-6-2026
Nuclear War Averted: When a False Alarm Nearly Cost America Everything
In ‘This Week in History,’ America and Canada established NORAD to protect the countries, but a simple error almost did the opposite.
11-7-2026
The Worst Defeat in Roman Military History, and What the Romans Learned From It
The Battle of Cannae was Rome's worst military defeat, but by refusing to surrender and adapting their strategy, they ultimately won the Punic Wars.
11-7-2026
Overnight Waffles: Crispy, Tender, and Ready While You Sleep
By Emma Christensen TheKitchn.com Whenever I go home to Minnesota to visit my family, there’s one thing that I always request: Grandma’s overnight yeast waffles. To me, these are the ...
11-7-2026
Brown Butter Sage Sauce: The 5-Minute Flavor Upgrade
By Valeria Necchio TheKitchn.com Brown butter and sage are a classic couple that will never steer you wrong. Whether you use the sauce to dress a bowl of pasta or ...
11-8-2026
How to Estate Plan for a Child Who Isn’t Financially Responsible
Want to protect your legacy? Learn how trusts can safeguard an inheritance for financially irresponsible heirs.
11-6-2026
Trap Doors in Tax-Free Retirement Income Strategies
Tax-free retirement strategies can backfire if you overlook key IRS rules.
11-7-2026
Sticky Toffee Pudding, the Irresistible British Dessert That Soaks up the Sweet Stuff
Syrup-soaked cakes are my jam. Tres leches in Mexico, baba au rhum and savarins in France, revani, a soaked semolina cake popular in Greece and the Middle East, and, most ...
11-10-2026
Decorated Army Veteran Heals From Survivor’s Guilt Years After Catastrophic Kabul Convoy Attack
He survived, and he had to live with it. David Meek watched in horror as plumes of fire and black smoke billowed from the crowded Afghan street where the convoy ...
11-10-2026
‘De Gaulle: Résistance’: The French Leader Who Wouldn’t Quit
The first of Antonin Baudry’s two films presents a Charles de Gaulle whose fighting spirit rallied the French people.
11-6-2026
What Children Remember and How to Give Them a Childhood Worth Remembering
Consistent presence and connection are more formative than extracurricular activities, vacations, or one-off activities.
11-5-2026
Frances Kelsey: The Doctor Who Saved Countless Children From Birth Defects
In this installment of 'When Character Counted,' we meet a pharmacologist whose lifesaving "No" prevented untold tragedies.
10-23-2026
‘Jimmy’: KJ Apa Gives a Wonderful Performance as Jimmy Stewart
'Jimmy' depicts Stewart’s outstanding wartime leadership, which led to his national-treasure performance in 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'
10-28-2026
Beyond the Death Certificate: The Step-by-Step Guide to a Deceased Person’s Bank Account
Who can access a deceased person's bank account, and what do they need?
10-26-2026
The Rise and Tragic End of America’s Greatest Magician
In ‘This Week in History,’ the man who made a living escaping death, arrived in Detroit to perform his final act.
10-17-2026
How to Let Go of the Past and Live in the Present
Healing, closure, and gratitude can offer freedom from painful memories and make the present feel that much brighter.
10-31-2026
‘Escaping Venezuela’: A Family Lives Through Socialism
Jim Epstein’s documentary tells the horrific story of a family fleeing their beloved country as it deteriorates.
10-16-2026
How Ansel Adams Narrowly Captured His Most Famous Photo
In ‘This Week in History,’ Ansel Adams was commissioned to photograph America’s national parks, resulting in an impromptu iconic image.
10-31-2026
Craving Cake? Make This 5-Minute Peanut Butter Mug Cake.
There are times for layer cakes, piping bags, and waiting patiently for butter to come to room temperature. (I’ve got the confetti birthday cake and Ding Dong cake recipes saved ...
11-1-2026
The 2-ingredient Coffee Cocktail That’s Even Better Than an Espresso Martini
By Janette Zepeda TheKitchn.com I have always loved the way coffee and citrus play together—the bright and zesty notes of citrus have this magical ability to enhance the natural richness ...
10-18-2026
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The Spitfire Next Door: WWII-Era Fighter Plane Fuselage Restored by UK Man Auctions for $24,000
For 20 years, an unassuming garage in England was the secret home for a World War II fighter aircraft. Its owner was Peter Arnold from Buckinghamshire, who used to wheel ...
11-12-2026 
Epoch Watchlist: Recommended Viewing for Nov. 13–19
This week, we feature a new actioner that pits one man against overwhelming odds and a refreshingly unique Western that is set in Brazil. New Release ‘Ghost Soldier’ Henry "Fitz" ...
11-12-2026 
Patrick Stewart: An Appreciation
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A Princeton Classicist Offers 5 Ways to Turn Children Into Book Lovers
Author and mother Nadya Williams encourages the entire family to read deeply, widely, and regularly.
11-12-2026 
