Have you ever found yourself fascinated with the many historical vignettes about people having duels to settle their conflicts? Read on to learn about five of the most famous (and infamous) duels of all time:    Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, 1804 The duel between Vice President Aaron Burr and prominent political figure Alexander Hamilton […]

If you’re looking for a great read to enjoy before bedtime, check out these Oprah-recommended books. Whether your kids enjoy Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters by Lenore Look; illustrations by LeUyen Pham – When Alvin's dad brings him camping to foster a love of the outdoors, Alvin discovers a new […]

Pretty much every city in the United States, big and small, hosts a fireworks display on the 4th of July. But some places go the extra mile to make their Independence Day celebrations something truly special. Here are four cities worth visiting around Independence Day! New York City The granddaddy of all Fourth of July […]

Do you love watching good guys and bad guys battle for victory on the big screen? There’s nothing like an adrenaline-pumping fight scene to give you an enlivening cinematic experience. Here are five of the most intense and memorable fight scenes in film history:    From Russia With Love, 1963 This James Bond classic features […]

Eating well doesn't have to be a chore! There's so many flavors and foods in the world and you should make a point to try to experience as many of them as you can. Sure, these five are common, but they're often overlooked. Each makes a wonderful addition to a healthy diet! Broccoli Aside from […]

When the little ones return from school, they're sure to have pent-up energy. Here are some fun and fabulous afterschool activities your kids are sure to love: Cooking Instead of preparing a snack for when school's out, have your kids help make it. In giving their own input and assistance, they will be developing a […]

It's true: you can find a great bottle of wine without an enormous price tag. And you can find numerous great online guides to the best-regarded affordable bottles. Whether you're planning to enjoy it during a relaxing night at home, or share it with friends and loved ones at a fun dinner party, these sites […]

If you love to watch sports or have ever played one yourself, then you know the value of good coaching. A truly great coach can push a team to achieve its fullest potential, and history has shown over and over that top-notch coaching often makes the difference between victory and defeat no matter the talent […]

If you’ve ever watched a soccer player perform intricately adroit footwork, deftly steal a ball from a player on the opposing team, or score a dazzling goal, then you know the amount of skill involved in soccer when played at its highest levels. Read on to learn about five of the most gifted players ever […]

Throughout the long history of animation, there have been countless fun and charming characters, but to make the short list of the very best is a challenge. Here are some of the most famous and influential cartoon characters: Mickey Mouse This one's a no-brainer. Walt Disney had explored the world of animated shorts several times […]