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Lifestyle 6 hours ago

Classic books across genres for every book lover to add to their collection

There are certain books, both fiction and nonfiction, that are widely considered to be classics. These classic books continue to be read by new generations of readers.

U.S. 6 hours ago

How a Monet painting looted in WWII was tracked to US, returned to family heirs

An early pastel of a Normandy beach by impressionist master Claude Monet was reunited with the descendants of its rightful owner after research by the Looted Art Commission in Europe.

VIDEO 6 hours ago

Monet painting, believed lost, returned to descendants of WWII refugees: 'Over the moon'

Cousins Helen Lowe and Françoise Parlagi were interviewed by Fox News Digital as the FBI New Orleans Field Office returned their grandfather's Monet painting looted by Nazis during WWII.

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On this day in history, October 4, 1927, Mount Rushmore's moment of creation begins in South Dakota

Sculptor Gutzon Borglum began carving the images of four U.S. presidents into Mount Rushmore on Oct. 4, 1927. The effort employed 400 people and took 14 years to complete.

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On this day in history, October 2, 1945, 'American Pie' singer-songwriter Don McLean is born

Singer Don McLean was born on this day in history, October 2, 1945. The New York-born singer is best known for the iconic song "American Pie" and the album of the same name.

World 6 hours ago

‘American Gothic’, famous piece by artist Grant Wood, is displayed to visitors at the Art Institute of Chicago

Iowa-born Grant Wood completed "American Gothic" in 1930. It became a famous piece that generated speculation from viewers about its subjects.

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Make money as a language translator with this step-by-step guide

Language translators are fluent in at least two languages but sometimes more. They work with written texts, helping to translate messages from one language to another.

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Making stuff by hand taps into the great tradition of American individualism

Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs spent a year "living" the Constitution — and in part three of an original series for Fox News Digital, he reveals how he rediscovered the lost art of craftsmanship.

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Archaeologists discover unique artwork in England dating back to the early 2nd century

During excavations of Wroxeter Roman City in Shropshire, England, a 'rare' mosaic depicting colorful fish and dolphins, dating back to the early 2nd century was found.

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On this day in history, September 17, 1937, Abraham Lincoln carving is officially dedicated at Mount Rushmore

The Mount Rushmore carving of Abraham Lincoln, the nation's 16th president, was officially dedicated on this day in history, Sept. 17, 1937, in Keystone, South Dakota.

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London art heist: Banksy’s ‘Girl with Balloon’ swiped from gallery, 2 charged

Larry Fraser, 47, and James Love, 53, have been charged with burglary after the Banksy artwork "Girl with Balloon" was stolen from a London art gallery.

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On this day in history, September 7, 1936, legendary singer-songwriter Buddy Holly is born in Lubbock, Texas

Buddy Holly was born into a musical family in Texas on this day in history, Sept. 7, 1936, and went on to become a major star in the 1950s, inspired by Elvis, among others.

Tech 6 hours ago

The privacy predicament of NYC’s Traffic Cam Photobooth site

Traffic Cam Photobooth is a website created by a Brooklyn artist that allows the public to take selfies using New York City's traffic cameras.

Media 6 hours ago

San Francisco to begin 'Equity Audit' of controversial statues: Concentration of 'White Supremacy'

A guideline for reviewing and eventually replacing controversial statues was released by the San Francisco Arts Commission during a meeting last week.

Lifestyle 6 hours ago

California officials ticket the 'Bubble Pirate,’ an artist and Navy veteran, for 'fluid littering'

A Navy veteran who dubs himself the "Bubble Pirate" was given a ticket for "liquid littering" after a performance in La Jolla, California, and is ordered to appear in court.

World 6 hours ago

Masterful Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer rendered famous 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' during Golden Age

"Girl with a Pearl Earring" is Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer's most famous work. The painting is on permanent display at the Mauritshuis museum.

U.S. 6 hours ago

Cirque du Soleil performer falls to ground during Portland performance in front of audience

An aerialist has been captured on video suffering a fall during a performance of "KOOZA" over the weekend at the Portland Expo Center in Oregon.

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Cirque du Soleil performer falls during Portland show

Witness describes tension at Portland Expo Center following incident during KOOZA performance. (Credit: KPTV)

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Meet the American who invented the folding beach chair, Fredric Arnold, WWII hero, innovator, artist, actor

Artist and World War II combat pilot Fredric Arnold famously invented the collapsible beach chair, but his most important work was a monumental tribute to American war heroes.

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Gustav Klimt masterpiece ‘Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer,’ dating back over a century, took 4 years to complete

"The Portrait of Adele Bloch Bauer I" was created by artist Gustav Klimt. The portrait was taken by Nazis but eventually returned to the family's heirs.

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Musical instruments for beginner musicians that are easy to learn

No matter how old you are, it's never too late to learn an instrument. As a beginner musician, consider something like the ukulele or harmonica.

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On this day in history, August 17, 1945, George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' is published

Written by visionary George Orwell, "Animal Farm," a political fable still studied all over the world, was published on this day in history, Aug. 17, 1945.

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Fans of elusive artist believe Banksy has completed weeklong series of artwork with gorilla silhouette

Banksy, the elusive street artist, has left behind a series of works of art which depict various animals in silhouette and color. Fans have flocked to his recent work to photograph it.

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On this day in history, August 9, 1854, influential 'Walden' by Henry David Thoreau is published

On this day in history, August 9, 1954, the influential "Walden, or a Life in the Woods," by Henry David Thoreau was published, about the virtues of simple living in a modern world.

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Farmers carve ‘Peanuts’ comic characters in corn mazes nationwide to celebrate 75-year anniversary

Farmers across the United States and Canada have dedicated their corn mazes to the "Peanuts" creator to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the comic strip.

Travel 6 hours ago

Discover New York’s diverse boroughs, notable sights throughout the Big Apple

Discover the best of New York City, from Manhattan's iconic landmarks to Brooklyn's hidden gems. Plan your NYC trip to include these must-see spots and locations.

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Art historian spots ancient portrait thought to be lost in the background of photo shared on social media

A portrait of King Henry VIII that was thought to be lost was rediscovered by an art historian while he was scrolling through social media.

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On this day in history, July 27, 1940, Bugs Bunny debuts in animated film 'A Wild Hare'

On this day in history, July 27, 1940, Bugs Bunny, now an iconic pop culture cartoon character, debuted in the short animated film "A Wild Hare," released by Warner Brothers.

Travel 6 hours ago

Traveling to Paris? 3 things to do aside from watching the Olympics

Paris, the home of the 2024 Summer Olympics, offers visitors a multitude of options. From tourist favorites like the Eiffel Tower to the underground catacombs, there is something for everyone.

U.S. 6 hours ago

Kansas man creates large portrait of Kamala Harris in field after Biden announces exit from race

A Kansas man is sending a political message across the country with some agriculture-inspired art in a tribute to Vice President Kamala Harris.

Deals 6 hours ago

Amazon deals on summer crafts to help kids beat boredom this season

Beat summer boredom by offering exciting and educational activities for your kids to do — from building an eco-system to making your own soap, these crafts are available on Amazon.