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On this day 54 years ago, an escapee from the United States Penitentiary in Marion, Illinois, gave up his secrecy for a rather unusual reason in Kansas City, Missouri.

If watching the HBO documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes makes you want to go back and listen to Billy Joel's whole catalog, you'll soon have an easy way…

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Intertwined since the very beginning, the camera and the car revolutionized modern life in America. This photography exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum displays artistic work shaped primarily by […]

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Made literally from land, Pueblo pottery is one of America’s most enduring art forms, and the innovative exhibition Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery connects a remarkable group […]

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Interwar France was a period of exceptional creativity, innovation and turbulence. Roaring: Art, Fashion and the Automobile in France, 1918–1939, explores the role of the automobile as both subject and […]

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The 1904 World’s Fair was a fascinating yet complex event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand and shameful. It was full of fun and full […]

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Back by popular demand, Pompeii: The Exhibition returns to the Saint Louis Science Center on May 16. In 79 A.D., the thriving seaport city of Pompeii was frozen in time […]

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Did you know that visual storytelling enhances memory retention by up to 65% compared to text alone? Imagine combining this power with the excitement of a scavenger hunt, turning an ordinary day into an engaging adventure. A summer photo scavenger hunt offers a creative way to encourage exploration, observation, and connection through photography. Whether organizing for family, friends, or community groups, this activity can foster interaction and spark creativity. Defining the Concept: What Is a Photo Scavenger Hunt? A photo scavenger hunt challenges participants to find and capture specific items, scenes, or themes using a camera or smartphone. Unlike traditional scavenger hunts that require collecting physical objects, photo hunts emphasize creativity and interpretation, allowing players to express their perspective through images. This modern twist on a classic game leverages the ubiquity of digital cameras and social media to enhance engagement. Planning Your Photo Scavenger

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July 25 has been a date marked by remarkable events that have shaped history. One of the most profound events occurred on July 25, 1610, when Galileo Galilei made a discovery that forever changed our understanding of the cosmos. Using his improved telescope, Galileo observed the four largest moons orbiting Jupiter—Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto—now collectively known as the Galilean moons. This was revolutionary because it challenged the long-held geocentric view that Earth was the center of the universe. Galileo’s observations provided strong evidence that not all celestial bodies revolve around the Earth, paving the way for modern astronomy and altering humanity’s place in the cosmos. Fast forward to July 25, 1794, during the French Revolution, when the fall of the radical leader Maximilien Robespierre took place. Robespierre, a key architect of the Reign of Terror, was arrested and executed on this day, marking a turning point in the revolution. His

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We are getting our first real look at the upcoming sequel to the 1984 rock mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap.A trailer for the film, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, has…

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Boeing’s air and space museum, the James S. McDonnell Prologue Room, will be open to the public this summer! From biplanes to space capsules, the Prologue Room displays artifacts and […]

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St. Louis is hosting a weekend full of exciting events, including Farm Heritage Days, The Wall That Heals, Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918–1939, and the 25th Annual St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase.

Today’s high will reach 93 degrees with a low of 75. Expect mostly cloudy skies in the morning, turning partly sunny with scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. It will feel very hot, with temperatures feeling as high as 105 degrees in some spots. Humidity is high, making it feel even warmer. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday for Madison County. Heat index values could hit 111 degrees, so be sure to stay hydrated, avoid the sun when possible, and check on neighbors and family, especially the elderly and young children. Allergy sufferers should note moderate mold levels and low pollen counts for grass, ragweed, and tree pollen. The UV index is high at 7, so sunscreen and protective clothing are recommended if you’re spending time outdoors. Tomorrow’s forecast calls for a high near 90 and a low around 75 with humid conditions and more scattered thunderstorms possible throughout the day. It will be partly sunny and still feel very warm, with

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Ms. Ida Mae Macklin, a St. Louis grandmother and social media sensation, captured the hearts of millions with her viral request to Beyonce for concert tickets.

With the cowards at CBS/Paramount having paid their $16 million bribe to the King, Trump’s FCC has quickly ended its phony “investigation” into the media giant, and given its rubber stamp approval to the company’s $8 billion merger with Skydance (owned by Trump’s friends in the Ellison family). In a press release, Trump FCC boss […]