This morning, Southern states face the daunting task of cleaning up after the most destructive spring storm since 1984. But a glimmer of hope emerges with the stories of saviors who acted on instinct.
High-Tech Tyrant: Take a 3D Tour of Roman Emperor Nero’s First Palace
The first residence of Rome’s most infamous emperor is now available for virtual visits.
Boston Marathon’s Oldest Runner: After Cancer and Two Wars, a Race Is Nothing
Eighty-one-year-0ld Clarence Hartley is the oldest runner in today’s Boston Marathon.
Music Monday: At 75, Jerry Lee Lewis Still Burns Up the Keys
I was in Nashville last weekend and had the opportunity to see Jerry Lee Lewis perform during Record Store Day.
Talk About Physical Education: Malaysian Report Cards to Include Body Mass Index
If you want to make the honor roll in Malaysia, you have to stay in shape.
Would You Pay $6,400 for a Toilet?
Kohler thinks yes.
Last Two Speakers of Dying Language Refuse to Talk to Each Other
The survival of an endangered language may depend on two people — and all they want to do is ignore each other.
Weekend Wrap-Up: Flight Control Catnaps and Radiation Roadmaps
Do you have a case of the Mondays? Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us. Stave off work a little bit longer this morning by catching up on what you missed over the past two days.
Float On: Bring the Olympics Anywhere with Transportable Water Venues
Hosting the Olympics is a time to show off your nation’s building prowess. But what if the venues could simply float away after the medals are handed out?
Roger Ebert Finds His Voice – With a Little Help from His Friends and His Laptop
For the movie critic, who made a career out of his verbal explanations about what movies we should see, the transition to voiceless life was uncomfortable but not impossible.
Sign of the Times: Drivers Flock to Mexico for Cheaper Gas
Braving extensive wait times and potential violence, Americans are casting aside all fear for the black gold on the other side.
The Price Was Right: Pennsylvania Town Will Rename Itself After Movie
It’s the product placement that tops all others. The small town of Altoona will become POM Wonderful Presents The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, Pennsylvania.