Free Black Staten Island settlers greatly contributed to 19th Century N.Y. economy through oyster industry
The oystermen knew Sandy Ground was a safe haven for them to have the freedom to work, learn and worship where it would not ...
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This Historic Restaurant In Alabama Has The Best Prime Rib In The South
The Bright Star is a bona fide piece of Alabama history, serving up delicious meals since 1907. That’s right, over a century ...
The Rise of the Selfish Plutocrats
How patrons of the arts became plutocrats aboard yachts. I n the early 1500s, an unknown wealthy patron is said to have ...
Did Richard III really kill his nephews? The question is tearing historians apart.
Richard III has long stood accused of murdering his nephews in 1483, but some experts doubt it. A new piece of evidence has ...
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These are the most historic pubs in Australia - but there's debate over which is the oldest
There's no doubt about it - Australia is home to some old pubs with rich and colourful histories. But what is up for debate, is which pub is the country's oldest. We have plenty of venues ...
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Catholic bishops can—and should—do more to help homeschooling parents
Prohibiting homeschooling parents from using parish facilities can make it more difficult for them to provide a comprehensive Catholic education.
Trump is breaking norms already. A roundup of policies shocking allies and opponents.
President Donald Trump is taking an unorthodox path to shake up Washington and change federal policy to his priorities.
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Past imperfect and futures tense
The common thread is the reading pleasure promised, and delivered. Novels of historical context, of futuristic speculation, and of societal fantasy/magic, make up the trio of books reviewed today. The ...
The LA millionaires cleaned out by the wildfires, and their ultra-rich neighbors who were able to escape
Wildfires have reduced some 7,000 Los Angeles homes to ash and rubble since January 7. The fires are now 99 percent contained ...
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The Massive Antique Store In Maine That’s Too Good To Pass Up
Welcome to Cabot Mill Antiques in Brunswick, Maine – a veritable wonderland for history buffs, collectors, and curious souls alike. Nestled in the heart of Brunswick, Cabot Mill Antiques isn’t just ...
This Texas community is steeped in its history — and trying to save it from solar farms
Franklin County is old, by Texas standards. Spanish explorers, the Cherokee people, Sam Houston and Davy Crockett traveled through here. Lineage and family farms in this northeast Texas county predate ...