Houses can be historic in many senses – for instance, the history that families create. Recently, the owner of one house on a hill found a little of that family history while renovating.
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Native Americans in Oregon say Kennewick Man is one of them
Kennewick Man is an ancient skeleton found along the banks of the Columbia River by students in 1996. The discovery caused a legal battle between Northwest tribes and scientists.
Zsa Zsa Gabor, An Icon Of Camp, Glitz And Glam, Dies At 99
The screen siren was probably most responsible for the notion of “famous for being famous.” NPR’s Neda Ulaby looks back at Gabor’s contributions to pop culture and to our ideas about celebrity.
Dr. Heimlich, The Man Behind The Life-Saving Maneuver, Dies
He’s credited with saving thousands from choking, thanks to the method he popularized in 1974. Now comes word that Dr. Henry Heimlich has died at age 96.
For Austria, A Tough Choice On What To Do With Hitler’s Birthplace
Austrian officials want to make sure “nothing would happen there … that could support Nazi ideology in any way,” says a government spokesman. But there’s disagreement on how best to proceed.
Governor’s Mansion holiday open house is Tuesday
The Governor’s Mansion will be open from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday for the annual holiday open house.