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Joseph Medicine Crow

Dr. Joseph Medicine Crow performing at the White House in 2009.

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

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Last-of-her-line pasta maker shares her secret recipe with people before it's too late
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Last-of-her-line pasta maker shares her secret recipe with people before it's too late

Director Wim Wenders and one of his photographs
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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
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Professor translates 3,700-year-old Babylonian clay tablet, is astounded by the discovery

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

A former nightclub could be Pittsburgh’s first LGBTQ landmark, but faces challenges from local developers.
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A former nightclub could be Pittsburgh’s first LGBTQ landmark, but faces challenges from local developers.

There’s no place like Donny’s.

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.

Culture

It turns out our collective image of how Jesus dressed is very wrong

The appearance of Jesus matters because it cuts to the heart of his message.

Articles

Go Inside the Haunted Museum Getting Jaded New Yorkers Excited About Holographic Art

The Hologram Center’s “Holohouse” lets visitors play with, and learn about, a uniquely modern form of artistic expression.

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Experience Five Hundred (Virtual) Years Of New York City History In A Single Elevator Ride

Elevator rides to the observation deck at 1 World Trade Center will offer passengers an astonishing view historical

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This 500-Year-Old Religious Figure Is Playmobil’s Best Selling Toy of All Time

Playmobil’s “Little Luther” sold out in a record-breaking three days.

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This Mini Documentary Perfectly Encapsulates Grace Hopper, Queen of Computer Programming

Grace Hopper was a pioneer, and an inspiration to female computer scientists everywhere.

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The Simple Patent That Conquered the World of Toys

After 70 years the Slinky just keeps on slinking on.

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One of History’s Most Successful Female Rulers—Who No One Remembers

No-drama Hatshepsut was ancient Egypt’s longest-serving indigenous female ruler, known for enriching her people and commissioning stunning monuments.

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