Sure, prepping the same meal to reheat and eat night after night may make life simpler, but it’s also sucking the joy out of, ...

In 1972, Aretha Franklin performed “Mary, Don’t You Weep” with a gospel choir at the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles. “We’re going to review the story of two sisters called Mary ...

The printer is named on the verso of the title page: ‘Printed in Great Britain by W. S. Cowell Ltd, Butler Market, Ipswich.’ Cream cloth covers. Titled in blue and black and the upper cover and spine.

Thomas Kinkade turned himself into a ubiquitous brand — but there was more to him than that, a new documentary shows.

The Portuguese director, who made twenty-two features after the age of eighty, rejuvenated the art of movies by linking ...

For Smarthistory’s video examining some of the motifs in “The Garden of Earthly Delights,” Harris and Zucker dive into some ...

People who embrace their emotions rather than constantly striving to feel happy often experience greater well-being.

Do self-controlled people resist pleasure—or just crave meaning more? New research reveals how your preference may shape your ...

According to the 21st U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, happiness doesn’t come from chasing good vibes—it comes from giving them.

Our critic calls his survey “scintillating and sweeping.” By Holland Cotter The Museum of Modern Art in New York is promoting Christophe Cherix, the chief curator of its drawings and prints ...

First of two parts MARCH 20 is International Day of Happiness. It is commemorated annually and is recognized by the United Nations. It reminds people worldwide about the universal pursuit of happiness ...