Papal elections aren't always as dramatic as "Conclave," a new film starring Ralph Fiennes, but the history behind the ...

Sequestered cardinals would not tarry in long discussions, especially when they were away from the comfort of their own palaces, allowed only a single attendant and sleeping in simple cells. If they ...

By John Hood The 2024 election cycle will be one for the history books — be they about American politics generally or North Carolina specifically. I don’t mean to suggest the results were inexplicably ...

RALEIGH — The 2024 election cycle will be one for the history books — be they about American politics generally or North ...

There were different colors and every pattern of camouflage imaginable; some were conventional military uniforms, while ...

Never mind the General Election and change of government: there were few bigger stories in politics this year than the ...

With his latest book-length essay, "A Natural History of Empty Lots: Field Notes from Urban Edgelands, Back Alleys and Other Wild Places" (Timber Press), Brown rises to a level of acute observation ...

In his retirement he indulged his passion for history and politics by writing 5 books. “That drive to be involved will be really, really missed.” ...

Most Papuans say they were denied their right to choose and continue to demand a separate nation. Although the independence ...

Looking at constituencies or issues misses the big point. On Tuesday, nihilism was on display, even a death wish, in a society wrought by cynicism.

Whether you’re a fiction, nonfiction, mystery, or more fan, check out our top book picks for November 2024. There's something ...