Americans typically commemorate the nation’s birthday with hot dogs and hamburgers. Instead, I think we should mark the 250th anniversary of the United States with a hearty bowl of pepper pot stew.
On the site that is now Mesa Verde National Park in southwestern Colorado, the Ancestral Pueblo people lived for centuries in dwellings built into cliffs and on the mesas. Many of those structures, some of which date back nearly 1,500 years, are still standing and can be toured by park visitors. Many other Indigenous houses
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At Pride festivals held across the U.S. and beyond, among the tables offering voter registration forms or condoms, you’ll likely run into some queer zinemakers.
Zines are DIY publications circulated by their creators. They originated in science fiction fan communities in the 1930s, when enthusiasts self-published stories and critiques.
Perhaps you have a pool in your apartment complex or even one right in your backyard — but is it 3,000 feet long? Deep enough to swallow a 13-story building? Tucked among a jungle’s treetops? Listen, we’re by no means trying to make you envious. Any cool body of water, whether at your local YMCA or
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In the age of artificial intelligence, you couldn’t be blamed for suspecting the photo above was created by a ChatGPT user with a penchant for picnicking. Believe it or not, though, the basket-shaped office building is indeed real — and it’s on the market for $8.5 million.
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Coastal Dubrovnik in southeastern Croatia was originally founded over 1,400 years ago, but one demographic that’s been there for centuries had nothing to do with its incorporation. The city is home to a thriving stray cat community, and likely has been since the Middle Ages. Today, photos of Dubrovnik’s felines are all over social media,
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A young boy who went viral in 2020 after his dad re-created a tear-jerking movie moment on his first day of school has finally met his Hollywood heroes — on the red carpet. Vinny Donnelly was just 4 when proud dad Sean Donnelly lined up his son’s favorite toys at the front door to see him off, a sweet nod to the emotional goodbye scene from Toy Story 3.
Calling all candy lovers: Have you ever tried pear drops or humbugs? The 1820s-era treats aren’t staples at the average U.S. candy store, but at The Oldest Sweet Shop in Pateley Bridge, England, they’ve been some of the establishment’s bestsellers for nearly 200 years.
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With the United States’ 250th anniversary just over six weeks away, it’s a landmark time for the nation — and the National Trust for Historic Preservation is honoring the milestone with this year’s list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. Announced today, the 2026 sites reflect the Declaration of Independence’s principle that all people
Residents of Totnes, England, don’t have to go far to experience a safari — they can see an array of exotic “wildlife” just by driving through local streets. That’s thanks to artist Malcolm Curley, who’s installed over 300 handmade animal sculptures in and around town.
