Smithsonian Magazine on MSN12h
Why Did Vincent van Gogh Paint 26 Portraits of a Postman and His Family While Staying in the South of France?
The artist met Joseph Roulin, a 47-year-old postal worker, in the late 1880s. The series of artworks will be reunited at ...
'A Thousand Blows': Who were the Forty Elephants gang and their thief 'queen' Mary Carr?
They're the Forty Elephants, a real gang led by the charismatic Mary Carr (Erin Doherty), who pilfer the prized possessions of the upper classes by the pocketful. "I wanted for a long time to do the ...
Why this Puritan sculpture may revolutionize your thinking about the rise of Christian nationalism
Christian nationalism was a flop when the Puritans tried it. See this famous Augustus Saint-Gaudens sculpture for information ...
Evening Standard on MSN23d
The true story behind A Thousand Blows by the show's historical advisor
It’s also this world that forms the basis of Steven Knight ’s latest TV series, A Thousand Blows. Set during the 1880s, it ...
The West lives in a simulation while Russia is shaping the real world
Russia is embracing historical destiny while the machine-driven West crumbles under its own hubris Read Full Article at RT.com ...
These Stylish Women Over 60 Know Great Fashion Isn’t Just a Formula
Picture this: You're walking down the street when a remarkably well-dressed older woman captures your eye. Every detail, from the antique brooch on her lapel to her patent leather loafers, feels ...
The Chronicle of Higher Education15d
How the Study of Slavery Has Shaped the Academy
A free account provides you access to a limited number of free articles each month, plus newsletters, job postings, salary ...
Aston Villa's 150th anniversary merchandise and how to get your hands on it - including that black kit
Featuring a retro club badge, this hoodie is still available in all Mens' sizes on the club store, which describes the item ...