Folk tales and beloved characters from cultures around the globe can are celebrated in popular books for young readers. Test ...

There's a historic site in Portland that was a popular place to visit more than 100 years ago and it's getting a facelift.

Rufus Easton laid out Alton's original plat in 1818, with Rev. Thomas Lippincott's help, but never lived in the town.

“I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can’t say — I never ran ...

In the 630 Battle of al-Qadisiyah, the Arab army emerged victorious and continued its march into Persia, contributing to the spread of Islam beyond West Asia.

Amid fears of an "extremely high level of violent protests," the Brampton Triveni Mandir and Community Centre has cancelled a Life Certificate Event.

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