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NYC-Born Writer Brian Doherty Dies After Fall Into San Francisco Bay NYC-Born Writer Brian Doherty Dies After Fall Into San Francisco Bay
Nyc-born Writer Brian Doherty Dies After Fall Into San Francisco Bay Brian Doherty, a libertarian author and historian who was born in Queens, died from a fall in California, according to his coworkers at Reason magazine. He was 57. Doherty was found dead Thursday, March 12 from a fall at Battery Yates park along the San Francisco Bay in Sausalito, Reason wrote. At the time, he was attending an art gathering at the World War II-era installation, and Reason’s Matt Welch wrote that in recent years he’d “suffered from a series of physical ailments and setbacks that left him walking with a cane. “It is likely that condition contributed to his deadly tumble,” We…
Frederick Cemetery Among Most Beautiful 'Hidden Gem' Graveyards In US, Survey Says Frederick Cemetery Among Most Beautiful 'Hidden Gem' Graveyards In US, Survey Says
Frederick Cemetery Among Most Beautiful 'Hidden Gem' Graveyards In US, Survey Says A new national survey has found that some of the country’s most beautiful “hidden gem” cemeteries can be found right here in the Northeast. Insurance company Choice Mutual surveyed more than 3,000 respondents for its ranking of the 140 Most Beautiful Hidden Cemeteries in the US. The survey highlighted how many of these historic cemeteries blend landscaped grounds, Victorian-era architecture, and quiet corners where history and memory meet. Visitors described them as peaceful places to reflect, especially in autumn when fall foliage adds to the beauty. Nationally, Mount Hope Cemetery in Roc…
Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's 2026 Winter Olympics Coverage Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's 2026 Winter Olympics Coverage
Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's 2026 Winter Olympics Coverage An Emmy-winning actor will share his well-known love for Italy during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Stanley Tucci will showcase northern Italy's food and culture during NBC's coverage of the Winter Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. NBC Sports announced on Monday, Sept. 15, that the Katonah, New York, native will join the broadcast team. Tucci's primetime segments will highlight the cuisine, history, and traditions of the Italian Alps regions that will host the Olympics. The 64-year-old's family lineage traces back to the southern Italian region of Calabria. The six-time Emmy winn…
‘Indiana Jones Of Ancient Alcohol’ UPenn Professor Pat McGovern Dies Suddenly ‘Indiana Jones Of Ancient Alcohol’ UPenn Professor Pat McGovern Dies Suddenly
‘Indiana Jones Of Ancient Alcohol’ UPenn Professor Pat McGovern Dies Suddenly Patrick Edward McGovern, the University of Pennsylvania professor celebrated worldwide as the “Indiana Jones of Ancient Alcohol,” died suddenly the week of Aug. 17, 2025, leaving colleagues and friends in shock. McGovern, 78, was the scientific director of the Biomolecular Archaeology Laboratory for Cuisine, Fermented Beverages, and Health at the Penn Museum in Philadelphia, where he also served as an adjunct professor of anthropology. Over nearly five decades at Penn, McGovern pioneered the field of molecular archaeology, chemically uncovering the secrets of ancient beer, wine, mead, …
Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series
Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series HBO is letting Larry David loose on American history, and the country may never look at 1776 the same way again.  The Emmy-winning curmudgeon behind Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm will headline and executive-produce an untitled sketch-comedy miniseries from Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground production company, the network announced. The six-episode, half-hour project is being timed to the United States’ semiquincentennial celebration in 2026. According to the official logline, the former first couple set out to craft a reverent tribute to the nation’s 250th birthday “... but…
No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey
No. 1 American City Revealed In New Survey They’re vibrant, unforgettable, and according to thousands of travelers, worth visiting again and again. Travel + Leisure has unveiled its 2025 list of the world’s best cities, based on votes from its readers — and one destination in Mexico claimed the top spot for the second year in a row. The annual rankings spotlight cities that blend atmosphere, history, hotels, dining, culture, and bang-for-your-buck value.  In this year’s survey, voters particularly favored cities in Asia and Latin America, with seven of the top 10 located in Asia and six in Latin America. While beloved global …
Baby’s Skull In Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants Baby’s Skull In Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants
Baby’s Skull In Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants A baby skull still bearing a noose was discovered at a Philadelphia museum — and it's been linked to a 45-year-old murder case in Gallitzin, Cambria County Coroner Jeff Lees announced during a Monday, July 7 news conference. The remains, found at the Mütter Museum, belonged to one of five babies hidden in an attic trunk at the home of Stella Elizabeth Williamson, a Gallitzin woman who died in 1980. After her death, authorities were led to the attic, where they found the bodies of four newborns and one infant, wrapped in newspapers from the 1920s and ’30s. The case made national headlines at…
Kurt Russell Visits Massachusetts Home Of Revolutionary War Hero Ancestor On July 4th Kurt Russell Visits Massachusetts Home Of Revolutionary War Hero Ancestor On July 4th
Kurt Russell Visits Massachusetts Home Of Revolutionary War Hero Ancestor On July 4th Actor Kurt Russell spent this Fourth of July walking through history.  The actor visited the Jason Russell House and Museum, once home to his ancestor Jason Russell, one of the first people killed there during the Revolutionary War nearly 250 years ago. Best known for roles in "The Thing" and "Tombstone," Russell was joined by his son Boston for a guided tour of the home in Arlington, Massachusetts, which still bears bullet holes from the Battle of Menotomy, the bloodiest skirmish on the first day of the war. “This has been an incredibly eye-opening experience to walk in the footsteps…
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey When Americans daydream about the perfect getaway, it’s not about jet-setting halfway across the world. It’s about comfort, calm, and connection. A new survey finds the ideal US vacation lasts 11 days, costs just under $8,800 per person, and happens about three hours from home. Most want more than just a long weekend, and six in 10 believe that dream trip is right here in the States. So, where are they headed? According to the findings, these are Americans’ favorite types of vacation destinations: Sunny beaches: 63 percent Outdoor escapes: 53 percent Major cities: 43 percent Historic site…
Want To Be In The 'HERSHEY' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages Want To Be In The 'HERSHEY' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages
Want To Be In The 'Hershey' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages No experience? No problem. A once-in-a-lifetime chance to step into the story of America’s most iconic chocolate empire is here. The upcoming movie "HERSHEY" — starring Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario — is officially casting background actors of all ages for filming across the Pittsburgh region from May 12 through June 27, producers announced this week. Set in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the film tells the dramatic rise of Milton Hershey — a man who turned failure into fortune, built an empire on chocolate, and used it to build schools, homes, and hope for generations. Now, you co…
These Countries Rank As Most Popular For Americans In Search Of New Life These Countries Rank As Most Popular For Americans In Search Of New Life
These Countries Rank As Most Popular For Americans In Search Of New Life Is an international exodus on the horizon? A new survey finds that 17 percent of Americans would like to move abroad within the next five years, with Canada topping the list of preferred destinations. The Talker Research survey of 2,000 American adults, conducted online from Wednesday, Feb. 7, to Saturday, Feb. 10, also found that 5 percent plan to relocate overseas in the next few years, while 2 percent have already started the process of moving abroad. Where Americans Want To Go The study revealed that more millennials (25 percent) than any other generation are interested in making an in…
Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast
Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast Choosing a college is about more than academics, sports, and social life — campus beauty can also make a lasting impression. Travel magazine Conde Nast released its 2025 list of the 54 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States. Across the Northeast, several schools stand out for their historic architecture, stunning landscapes, and picturesque settings. Whether framed by rolling hills, autumn foliage, or Gothic spires, these colleges offer students an inspiring backdrop for their studies. Connecticut Wesleyan University was recognized for utilizing Greek Revival a…
Historic Maryland Home Built In 1792 Destroyed By Two-Alarm Blaze: Fire Marshal Historic Maryland Home Built In 1792 Destroyed By Two-Alarm Blaze: Fire Marshal
Historic Maryland Home Built In 1792 Destroyed By Two-Alarm Blaze: Fire Marshal A historic home built in 1792 overlooking the North East River was destroyed by a two-alarm fire in Cecil County, authorities announced. An estimated $2.5 million in damage was reported in Charlestown, when a residence known by local residents as the Eagle Point Rod and Gun Club went up in flames on Monday. The cause of a two-alarm fire that destroyed a historic Cecil County home remains under investigation.The fire destroyed a home built in 1792, & caused an estimated 2.5 million in damages. High winds contributed to the fast-moving fire. More info ➡️ https://t.co/CqD1V774OA pic.twi…