5+ hour, 6+ min ago  (810+ words) These historic villages in Portugal preserve medieval walls, Roman ruins, and local traditions that bring the nation's past to life. If you're eager to explore the country's hidden, ancient soul, there's no better way than visiting its timeless villages perched…...

7+ hour, 7+ min ago  (1178+ words) Smiling mouths occur throughout Camus's works. Despite the frequency and intriguing ways in which Camus employs the motif, few scholars have explored his use of imagery. In Camus's works, we see an obsession with the human mouth, especially mouths that…...

10+ hour, 7+ min ago  (708+ words) Discover the remarkable treasures hidden in some of Europe's smallest museums, each with a story that makes a visit well worthwhile. Here are a few treasures worth seeking out in some of Europe's smallest museums. If you enjoy small museums…...

1+ day, 50+ min ago  (1633+ words) Ecofeminism connects gender equality with environmental justice, challenging patriarchal systems to create a more sustainable and just world for all. In the 1970s, ecofeminism arose during a period of social movement and challenge to established authority. It developed from an understanding…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (718+ words) The Collector Jackie Kennedy: America's First-Lady Fashion Icon As a figure in the public eye, Jackie Kennedy's fashion choices caught the attention of the public and generated much inspiration. Jacqueline Bouvier "Jackie" Kennedy became the First Lady of the United…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago  (741+ words) Simone Weil believed that all political parties were evil and ought to be abolished. Weil went into teaching, where her political activities often got her into trouble. She took a year out to work in factories in order to bring…...

2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (430+ words) Think you know Florida? Think again. These 10 historic landmarks promise stories, surprises, and a taste of the Sunshine State's forgotten past. You can explore the fort's extensive grounds, including its massive walls, historic cannons, and scenic vistas of the surrounding…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago  (326+ words) How did people fight against imperialism? How did dozens of former colonies worldwide manage to achieve self-government and cultural independence? In the 20th century, the rise of nationalist movements around the world represented a global backlash against imperialism. In just three…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago  (273+ words) The controversial bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States helped end World War II, but what led to the fateful decision? Outside of peaceful surrender, one alternative strategy involved fighting a war of attrition through sustained bombing and…...

4+ day, 1+ hour ago  (1779+ words) Consider taking a utilitarian approach to space colonization'asking whether reaching for the stars will provide more pleasure and less pain for more beings than any alternative. Utilitarians would balance huge potential benefits. Space colonies might reduce overcrowding on Earth, access…...