The director behind “Tiger King” is sparking reactions from animal rights groups and viewers of the latest docuseries, “Chimp Crazy,” which has shined another spotlight on exotic animals. “Chimp Crazy,” produced and directed by filmmaker Eric Goode, is a four-part series streaming on HBO that’s based on real stories of people’s love for chimpanzees. The...
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In an election year, Americans need fewer hot takes and more cool-headed reasoning
I’m writing this article with a pen. And not just a regular pen. A quill pen. It’s a goose feather I’ve carved with a straight razor into a sharp point and dipped in ink. I’m doing this because I spent a year trying to live like the Founding Fathers. It was an attempt to learn...
On this day in history, September 13, 1857, milk chocolate magnate Milton Hershey is born
Milton Snavely Hershey, a German-speaking Mennonite farmer who turned his passion for confections into a symbol of American affluence and goodwill, was born in Derry Township, Penn., on this day in history, Sept. 13, 1857.”Milton Hershey was the rarest of men — both a dreamer and a builder,” notes his biography at the Candy Hall...
Rare copy of US Constitution found inside old filing cabinet to hit auction block
An original printed archetype of theUnited States Constitution, signed by Secretary of Congress Charles Thomson, was found at a North Carolina plantation. The revolutionary document was discovered in 2022 at Hayes Farm, in Edenton. It will be auctioned off in Asheville, North Carolina, by Brunk Auctions. EXPERTS STUNNED AFTER CORPSE OF MEDIEVAL CATHOLIC SAINT IS...
Here are 5 places to enjoy the fall foliage in the US
With the end of summer comes the changing of the leaves. If you plan to see fall foliage this year, we’ve rounded up some ideal places to visit wherever you are in the continental U.S. Leaves can change their color from as early as mid-September all the way through early November. Typically, the second and...
Pumpkin spice season is back! Get these 15 pumpkin spice items now
As soon as August hits, you’ll start seeing everything pumpkin-flavored slowly hitting the shelf. Come September, you can get everything from pumpkin spice coffee to body wash, candles, cookies and even dog toys. Are you ready to fully embrace your love of everything pumpkin? This list has 15 pumpkin spice products you can only get...
On this day in history, September 12, 1953, John F. Kennedy weds Jacqueline Bouvier in Newport, Rhode Island
John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Lee Bouvier were married on this day in history on Sept. 12, 1953, in St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Newport, Rhode Island, with more than 800 guests in attendance. The bride, presented by her stepfather, Hugh D. Auchincloss, wore a dress of ivory tissue silk, with a portrait neckline,...
Everything you need to DIY your kids' Halloween costumes this year
Halloween costumes from big box stores can get expensive quickly, especially if your child wants a costume with a ton of accessories. This year, try your hand at making your own costume. It can save you money, and many costumes won’t take long to make. This list of DIY costume ideas requires just a few...
6 cooking essentials you need for game day
Whether you’re gathered around the big screen with your friends or cheering while relaxing on the couch, the right culinary tools are crucial to making your meal as victorious as the team you’re supporting. Certain cooking essentials make all your game day favorites easy to cook and incredibly tasty. From slow-cooked chili in a Crock-Pot...
On this day in history, September 11, 2001, US experiences the worst terrorist attack in American history
On this tragic day in history, Sept. 11, 2001, Americans and the entire world watched as two airplanes slammed into the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers in New York City while a third plane crashed into the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The Twin Towers in Lower Manhattan collapsed a short time later. Passengers on board...









