The celibate, dancing Shakers were once seen as a threat to society – 250 years later, they’re part of the sound of America

In 1774, Lee led eight followers to North America, settling near what is now Albany, New York. As is still true today, ...

ChatGPT Will Never Beat Indiana Jones

When I nudged the chatbots to discover this discrepancy themselves, ChatGPT and Claude found it but failed to observe that it ...
Smithsonian Magazine

After a Century, the Rockettes Are Still Kicking Their Way Into American Hearts

In the last 100 years, more than 72 million people have watched the Christmas Spectacular. The Rockettes continue to dazzle ...
Family Destinations Guide

10 Peaceful Towns In Texas That Are All About Simple Living And Zero Stress

This historic hamlet along the Guadalupe River operates on river time – slow and steady. The legendary Gruene Hall stands as Texas’ oldest continuously operating dance hall, its wooden floors polished ...