With the passing of Dolly Parton, an era has ended. This era is defined not by her personality, but by a type of figure that once unified the nation. There used to be many such unifying figures in American culture—celebrities, stars, political and sports figures. They were legends that usually personified certain … Read more
In a world that moves at a breakneck pace, where trends flicker in and out like faulty lightbulbs, we might ask: Does “old-fashioned” elegance still matter? Or has it become as outdated as a handwritten letter in an age of text messages? Elegance is a timeless quality—a compass that should guide our … Read more
Introduction—On July 20, 2026, the U.S. State Department released the report “Cuba—The Capital of 21st Century Communism.” This hundred-page report took a long look at the history of the conflict between the United States and Cuba since Fidel Castro’s 1959 Revolution. In light of its importance, this article is the third of … Read more
This article is the eleventh part of a series about Purgatory, a topic that is rarely discussed today. A knowledge of Purgatory is essential if souls are to avoid the pains of this place of expiation. The previous article can be found here. * * * In his book, Purgatory, … Read more
The French Parliament recently (and overwhelmingly) passed a law banning children under the age of fifteen from setting up social media accounts. The new law accompanies one that bans middle and high school students from bringing smartphones into schools. A Popular Idea The idea of restricting social media for teenagers enjoys international … Read more
The left in Latin America has long relied upon armed struggle and guerrilla wars to gain political power. This classical method of Revolution targeted the rich, the establishment and religion. It left behind a trail of bloodshed and violence. However, the left has another side that it uses to carry out its … Read more
In the ongoing battle to restore America to its past glory, the issue of jobs is a central concern. Some claim recovery will only come when the factors that are taking away American jobs—illegal immigrants, cheap imports and globalization—are eliminated. However, such arguments do not tell the whole story. Having jobs assumes … Read more
Among the criticism and remarks by ecclesiastics about the current Synodal Process underway in the Church, the Open Letter to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, by Bishop Rob Mutsaerts, Auxiliary of the Diocese of ‘s-Hertogenbosch, in the Netherlands, stands out for its simplicity and clarity. “The Salvation Of Souls Is The Supreme Law” The … Read more
Introduction—On July 20, 2026, the U.S. State Department released the report “Cuba—The Capital of 21st Century Communism.” This hundred-page report took a long look at the history of the conflict between the United States and Cuba since Fidel Castro’s 1959 Revolution. This article is the second of a four-part review of this … Read more
History records cases of ancient ghost cities that suddenly lost their populations and decayed. No one knows what happened to them or where the people went. All they know is that the buildings lie in ruin; they are overgrown and abandoned. The sites are intriguing mysteries and a matter for speculation. However, … Read more