The author of literary classics such as Eugene Onegin and The Queen of Spades, Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin (1799-1837), is widely regarded as Russia’s greatest poet. While the Pushkin family was of ...

Today in History for Feb. 6: ...

She was the first woman to fly rescue missions in a combat zone, in Indochina and Algeria. She was also the first Frenchwoman ...

St. Brieuc, a team from France’s fourth tier, has pulled off a huge upset in the French Cup by beating top-flight Nice 2-1 in the last 16 thanks to a goal in the seventh minute of stoppage time.

This is another Military Tale from World War I; this one is from France and shows the fortitude of the fighting men.

While often considered a holiday novel, this story by Louisa May Alcott is a classic that can be enjoyed year-round. Alcott ...

Archaeologists believe they found a residence of medieval ruler Harold Godwinson, England’s last Anglo-Saxon king. A nearby church and toilet were vital clues.

Swiss businessman Jean-Henri Dunant was shocked by the paralysis of local authorities after the Battle of Solferino, and then ...