A Houdini fueled honeymoon, a genius mired in Mein Kampf and the Jewish bride who tried to change H.P. Lovecraft.

Chennai's street name changes spark debate, highlighting confusion and historical distortion in the city's identity and ...

On Oct. 22, 1797, the first silk parachute jump from a high altitude was made by Andre-Jacques Garnerin, who dropped in a ...

The presence of Hemingway, Stein, Joyce, Picasso, Dalí, Man Ray and other influencers of the 1920s are still being felt — and ...

Discover a delightful small town in Indiana where visitors can experience natural surrounding beauty, as well as fun ...

These North Carolina country stores dish out hearty comfort food and Southern charm that make every stop unforgettable.

The Great Depression was undoubtedly a decade of hardship, but culinary traditions of thrift and resilience led to some ...

In pre-broadcast tests conducted in late October by the 100-watt station, the signal had been heard clearly and distinctly in ...

The White House, at times throughout its history, has been a proving ground for American know-how using and showcasing ...

By Beverly Belcher Woody This week, we bring to a close—at least for now—our ongoing series on the children of Jacob and ...

Hyde Park was once famous for its art colony. This story, the first of two about the colony, looks at its beginning.

In 1925, the first motel opened on a California highway, ushering in a new era of convenience and comfort for a nation ...