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Rosie the Riveter, poster, WWII, women, women workers, war time
History

'Rosie the Riveters' workers honored for long-forgotten service in incredible ceremony

The women who kept America fighting in World War II are getting their due.

Joseph Medicine Crow
Heroes

A Native American became war chief of the Crow tribe through his WWII service

Joe Medicine Crow became a leader in war and pioneer of peace.

A bundle of ancient coins
History

Archaeologists find a cache of 1,000-year-old coins at the site of a future power plant

Andrew Pegg said he was physically "shaking" upon discovering the currency, which offers a unique look at Suffolk history

Director Wim Wenders and one of his photographs
Featured

In a new exhibition, famed director Wim Wenders shares a vital part of his creative process

"For me, the truth of a story is very much linked to its place."

Professor translates 3,700-year-old Babylonian clay tablet, is astounded by the discovery
History

Professor translates 3,700-year-old Babylonian clay tablet, is astounded by the discovery

'It is a fascinating mathematical work that demonstrates undoubted genius.'

Culture

15 100-Year-Old Photos That Prove Beauty is Timeless

Vintage post cards and erotica from the turn of the century.

More than 80 historians of fascism and authoritarianism issue an open letter of warning

"Regardless of the outcome of the United States’ election, democracy as we know it is already imperiled. However, it is not too late to turn the tide."

Health

The rule for hiding a president's health problems—'lie early and often'

It's one of the most common types of political deception perpetuated against journalists and the public.

How should we handle public videos of black people being killed?

Likening the fatal footage of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd to lynching photographs invites us to treat them more thoughtfully.