Broken Threads by Mishal Husain review a spectacular family chronicle of partition
A granddaughter explores her family's intertwining history with the partition of the Indian subcontinent through a sweeping lens.
Column: Citrus in December is a SoCal tradition. Enjoy your harvest while you can
Citrus fruits symbolize both the holiday spirit and a personal family history of labor and transformation in Southern California.
Briefly Noted Book Reviews
The power of family history and community impact on personal growth and relationships are central themes in the novels Swift River and Their Divine Fires.
Broken Threads by Mishal Husain review a spectacular family chronicle of partition
A granddaughter explores her family's intertwining history with the partition of the Indian subcontinent through a sweeping lens.
Column: Citrus in December is a SoCal tradition. Enjoy your harvest while you can
Citrus fruits symbolize both the holiday spirit and a personal family history of labor and transformation in Southern California.
Briefly Noted Book Reviews
The power of family history and community impact on personal growth and relationships are central themes in the novels Swift River and Their Divine Fires.
The Exiled Palestinian Poet Fighting Censorship in Democracies
The speaker recounts their family's tragic expulsion during the Nakba and the ongoing struggles for identity and connection within the Palestinian diaspora.
The Contract
Generational reflections on family's past actions and implications on present identity.
30 New Books Critics Think You Should Read Right Now
Thirty NBCC finalists make a great reading list
Books explore identity, family history, resilience
The Lynching of Bob Broome
Understanding buried family history through archiving and exploration.
Ellen Jean Pullen
Family history and legacy can be significant in shaping a person's identity and connection to a place.
The Exiled Palestinian Poet Fighting Censorship in Democracies
The speaker recounts their family's tragic expulsion during the Nakba and the ongoing struggles for identity and connection within the Palestinian diaspora.
The Contract
Generational reflections on family's past actions and implications on present identity.
30 New Books Critics Think You Should Read Right Now
Thirty NBCC finalists make a great reading list
Books explore identity, family history, resilience
The Lynching of Bob Broome
Understanding buried family history through archiving and exploration.
Ellen Jean Pullen
Family history and legacy can be significant in shaping a person's identity and connection to a place.
After Five Generations, a Family Gave Back the Treasures in Its Closet
The Newell family contemplates returning a historically significant suitcase and its contents to the Lakota community, reflecting on heritage and cultural reconciliation.
Why I Am Creating an Archive for Palestine
Family history and heritage play a significant role in shaping personal identity and beliefs.
Free Family Tree Templates in Excel, Word, and ClickUp Docs
Researching family history connects you to your roots and enhances family bonds.
Family tree templates help organize and visualize your genealogy effectively.
Why So Many Authors Are Writing Multigenerational Stories | The Walrus
Genealogy can be a rewarding hobby, but it can be challenging for those whose families have been affected by war, colonization, and genocide.
Fictional family trees can offer a way to explore the complexities of heritage and ancestry.
After Five Generations, a Family Gave Back the Treasures in Its Closet
The Newell family contemplates returning a historically significant suitcase and its contents to the Lakota community, reflecting on heritage and cultural reconciliation.
Why I Am Creating an Archive for Palestine
Family history and heritage play a significant role in shaping personal identity and beliefs.
Free Family Tree Templates in Excel, Word, and ClickUp Docs
Researching family history connects you to your roots and enhances family bonds.
Family tree templates help organize and visualize your genealogy effectively.
Why So Many Authors Are Writing Multigenerational Stories | The Walrus
Genealogy can be a rewarding hobby, but it can be challenging for those whose families have been affected by war, colonization, and genocide.
Fictional family trees can offer a way to explore the complexities of heritage and ancestry.
During World War II, This Farmer Risked Everything to Help His Japanese American Neighbors
The Tsukamoto family faced unjust relocation and loss of freedom during WWII solely based on their Japanese heritage.
Hochul Visits an Ancestral Home, 3,000 Miles From the Governor's Mansion
Governor Kathy Hochul's visit to a fishing village in Ireland connects her to her grandparents' immigrant journey, sparking local excitement and recognition of shared ancestry.
During World War II, This Farmer Risked Everything to Help His Japanese American Neighbors
The Tsukamoto family faced unjust relocation and loss of freedom during WWII solely based on their Japanese heritage.
Hochul Visits an Ancestral Home, 3,000 Miles From the Governor's Mansion
Governor Kathy Hochul's visit to a fishing village in Ireland connects her to her grandparents' immigrant journey, sparking local excitement and recognition of shared ancestry.
Heirlooms stolen from Jewish families during WWII returned to descendants
A German museum curator is dedicated to returning valuable silver heirlooms confiscated from Jews during World War II to their descendants.
Their Pissarro Is Staying in Germany, but Their Story Is Getting Out
The discovery of the Pissarro painting led to uncovering a family's tragic history during the Holocaust and an agreement for reparation through storytelling.
Heirlooms stolen from Jewish families during WWII returned to descendants
A German museum curator is dedicated to returning valuable silver heirlooms confiscated from Jews during World War II to their descendants.
Their Pissarro Is Staying in Germany, but Their Story Is Getting Out
The discovery of the Pissarro painting led to uncovering a family's tragic history during the Holocaust and an agreement for reparation through storytelling.
Bipolar disorder encompasses mood swings between mania and depression, influenced by family history and probability factors rather than clear causation.
I Know What I Saw': Trump Nephew Fred Tells Liberal Host Donald Trump Showing Signs of Dementia' Like Father And Grandfather
Fred Trump III expresses concern about his uncle Donald Trump's possible dementia, citing genetic predispositions within the family.
I Wish I Had Been Taught About Schizophrenia
Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of perceived strength or success.
California family learns grandfather had dementia and was buried in pauper's grave
Crosby Boghossian's death 108 years ago reflects societal stigma towards mental illness, leading to his burial in anonymity and erasure from family memory.
Repeated Escalations to Mania in Bipolar Illness
Bipolar disorder encompasses mood swings between mania and depression, influenced by family history and probability factors rather than clear causation.
I Know What I Saw': Trump Nephew Fred Tells Liberal Host Donald Trump Showing Signs of Dementia' Like Father And Grandfather
Fred Trump III expresses concern about his uncle Donald Trump's possible dementia, citing genetic predispositions within the family.
I Wish I Had Been Taught About Schizophrenia
Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of perceived strength or success.
California family learns grandfather had dementia and was buried in pauper's grave
Crosby Boghossian's death 108 years ago reflects societal stigma towards mental illness, leading to his burial in anonymity and erasure from family memory.
America's most common last names by state revealed in new map
Smith is the most common last name in the U.S., dominating 40 states and reflecting regional ethnoracial diversity.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Keith Jackson and "The Provocateurs"
Keith Jackson's exhibition 'The Provocateurs' explores family memories and the impact of historical events on personal identity through vivid paintings.
A Yankees-Dodgers World Series wakes ghosts of generations past
The Yankees-Dodgers matchup rekindles deep nostalgia and family lineage for fans, representing a historical reunion of storied franchises.
Understanding family history is crucial but often overlooked.
The source of Amazon's profits is still a mystery, impacting antitrust discussions.
Despite challenges, Millennials are succeeding more than perceived.
Labor Day's original purpose has been forgotten in modern celebrations.
In JD Vance's home state of Ohio, an ongoing fight against opioid addiction
JD Vance emphasizes his family's history with addiction while proposing a tough stance on the opioid crisis in his campaign.
Elaine by Will Self review all about my mother
Will Self's 'Elaine' is a psychological exploration of a 1950s housewife, inspired by the author's mother's diaries, contrasting his traditionally gonzo themes.
This Former Woodworking Shop Is Now a Bright, Vintage-Filled Loft
Fenna's home is a transformed historical structure, blending modern and industrial aesthetics while maintaining its original character from the 1930s.
Meet the New Yorker tracing the 300-year history of the Twersky rabbinical dynasty, from Chernobyl to the Bronx - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Yitzchak Meyer Twersky is a notable IT specialist and the leading authority on the Twersky rabbinic dynasty, with a recent book highlighting its history and influence.
She Suspected She Was Adopted. It Turned Out She Was Right.
The passport application process led to a realization about family history.
How my gay uncle taught me that being different is a strength, not a weakness - LGBTQ Nation
Exploring a deceased great uncle's storage unit reveals vibrant, contradictory life aspects, and highlights the importance of understanding family history and legacies.
Sarah Manguso: I seem to have hit on a cultural sore spot'
Sarah Manguso has an extensive literary background with an array of works, including memoirs and novels. She explores personal experiences and family history in her writing.
I Am Falling Apart, But Will I Finish My Novel?
Preparing for health issues based on family history can help in managing potential emergencies and seeking timely treatment.
The vision of Little Shell - High Country News
Exploration of personal Indigenous identity struggles and discovery through family history.
Gail Lumet Buckley, Chronicler of Black Family History, Dies at 86
Gail Lumet Buckley documented her family history through artifacts, leading to a multigenerational exploration of her ambitious Black middle-class family.
What to know about this Kennedy wedding on the Cape
The Kennedy Compound in Hyannis Port served as a picturesque venue for Mariah Kennedy Cuomo's wedding.
Niamh Cusack: 'We were all very proud of Cyril's acting - but he wasn't cut out for fatherhood'
Actress Niamh Cusack shares fond memories of her family's history at Gate Theatre in Dublin.
Realities of apartheid': South African artist wins Deutsche Borse photography prize
Lebohang Kganye won the Deutsche Borse Photography Foundation prize for her work depicting her family history during apartheid using cutouts and set design.
Women Who Travel Podcast: An Italian Hotelier Living La Dolce Vita on Lake Como
Growing up in a storied Italian hotel like Grand Hotel Tremezzo can be a magical experience tied to family history.
In the wake of tragedy, past transgressions are sometimes selectively omitted but can resurface, adding complexity and depth to the narrative.
Manny and the Baby by Varaidzo review dreamy debut of loss and unrequited love
A tale spanning 1936 and 2012 intertwines the lives of Manny, Rita, and Ezekiel, exploring love, loss, and connection through cassette tapes and family history.
Under the Bridge Recap: Marriage Story
In the wake of tragedy, past transgressions are sometimes selectively omitted but can resurface, adding complexity and depth to the narrative.
Manny and the Baby by Varaidzo review dreamy debut of loss and unrequited love
A tale spanning 1936 and 2012 intertwines the lives of Manny, Rita, and Ezekiel, exploring love, loss, and connection through cassette tapes and family history.
The article discusses Sasha Vasilyuk's op-ed on the collateral damage of Russia's war on Ukraine and highlights her novel, blending true events with dark humor.
Poem of the week: Ars Poetica, XI by Mary Jean Chan
Exploration of love's nuances and complexities through poetry.
Biden's Uncle (Probably) Wasn't Eaten by Cannibals
Joe Biden claimed his uncle was eaten by cannibals in New Guinea during World War II, emphasizing his family's military service while contrasting with Donald Trump.
Marquess of Queensbury, 94, reveals he fought off mugger with judo move near west London home
The 94-year-old Marquess of Queensberry used judo to defend against a mugger near his home, showcasing the effectiveness of his judo training.
Former Tate Britain director Penelope Curtis on why she became a novelist
Penelope Curtis wrote her debut novel, 'After Nora,' focusing on three generations of women from the 1920s to the 2020s, inspired by her family history.
The novel explores the complexities of making art and the importance of understanding artistic identity.
Beyonce's 'Beyince' sash is no mere typo: Tina Knowles offered an explanation years ago
Beyoncé's imagery in her latest release is inspired by her family history.
The name 'Beyincé' references a unique spelling in Beyoncé's family tree.
'Replay' spotlights resilience, loss, and intergenerational connectedness
The author, Jordan Mechner, shares powerful and poignant family stories reflecting resilience and loss.
Through his new nonfiction graphic book, Replay: Memoir of an Uprooted Family, Mechner explores intergenerational connectedness and the impact of historical events on his family.
What is a breast cancer risk assessment score? Should I get one?
Breast cancer risk assessment tools calculate the likelihood of developing breast cancer based on medical and family history.
The Gail model is a commonly used tool that estimates a person's five-year and lifetime risk of breast cancer compared to the average risk.
Montclair author Lee on March 15 to discuss new memoir, Starry Field'
Margaret Juhae Lee spent 57 years crafting her coming-of-age story.
Her grandfather, initially labeled a communist war criminal, was revealed to be a patriot and revolutionary.
In My Mother's Archive | David A. Bell
Mother's life before birth more complex than thought
Female perspective often overlooked in historical narratives
In My Mother's Archive | David A. Bell
The author learns more about her mother's life before her birth.
The author realizes the male-dominated perspective in her family's history.
In My Mother's Archive | David A. Bell
Learning about a parent's life can reveal new perspectives.
Acknowledging different perspectives in family narratives is crucial.
Recipes: Make these dishes from Occupied France in World War II
Kitty Morse's book 'Bitter Sweet' is a powerful combination of family history and cookbook, sharing her great-grandfather's journal and her great-grandmother's recipes from Nazi-occupied France.
The book includes 146 recipes, mostly desserts, including 15 chocolate cakes. Morse also includes savory dishes typical of northeastern France where her great-grandparents lived.
The best memoirs and biographies of 2023
Blake Morrison's new memoir, Two Sisters, focuses on the lives of his siblings and their struggles, including his younger sister who died from alcohol abuse.
John Niven's memoir, O Brother, explores the life and death of his troubled brother who took his own life in 2010.
The best memoirs and biographies of 2023
Multiple authors have recently released memoirs focused on their siblings, parents, and personal struggles.
These memoirs explore themes of loss, addiction, mental health, family history, and activism.
Women who begin menopause early face double the risk of breast cancer, study finds
Women who start menopause early have higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer, as well as increased risk for relatives, emphasizing the importance of regular screenings.
David Olusoga reveals how a murder shaped generations' of his family
The impact of historical crimes can have a lasting effect on future generations, shaping family stories and behaviors.