In Part 2 of "The Saints," legendary director Martin Scorsese looks at the lives of Saint Francis and others who sought ...

How we handle objects says a lot about how we regard them. When looking at fine jewelry, for example, we are mindful to handle the gems carefully. When observing fine works of art, we don’t even ...

In most churches, the decorations are red to symbolize the blood of martyrdom. Some churches remove all decorations on Good Friday, veiling anything that can’t be removed in black or purple.

Dick Hoblitzell, the manager for the Charleston Senators in the early 1900s, has a unique relationship with baseball icon ...

It's best known for its rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages and medieval castles. But the Isle of Skye used to be a social hotspot for dinosaurs – including Tyrannosaurus rex's ...

President Trump has shown a willingness to fracture the trans-Atlantic alliance with his tariffs and demands for higher military spending. By Steven Erlanger The rise and fall of Yoon Suk Yeol ...

Trump Weakens U.S. Cyberdefenses at a Moment of Rising Danger The firing of the head of the N.S.A. was only the latest move to erode fortifications against cyberattacks, especially those targeting ...

The English We Speak is your chance to catch up on the very latest English words and phrases. In under 3 minutes, we help you stay ahead of the pack by giving you 'must have' phrases that you can ...

What do Mariah Carey, the cast of Glee and South Park's Eric Cartman have in common? They've all recorded the Christmas classic O Holy Night. This Christian favourite is a powerful hymn that reduces ...

Current biomarkers of cognitive impairment in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease perform poorly. Now, a stronger predictor emerges.