Thatched roofs were once a common sight in the Japanese countryside ... where two rare goods vital to the upper class – silk and nitre (for use in gunpowder) – were produced for centuries.

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Features like French seams and piped trims show some craftsmanship, and one-of-a-kind prints add flair. Traditionally, silk pajamas once bordered on lingerie, and were made in what I like to call ...

From Miami Book Fair to Broadway, the upcoming arts season is packed with can't-miss events and unforgettable performances.

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A woman visits the Silk Road Danqing, an exhibition of copies of cave temple mural paintings along the ancient Silk Road at the China Cultural Center in Paris, France, Sept. 18, 2024. The ...

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Corn silk is a thread-like fiber found at the top of corn cobs. They are not usually eaten but are used by some as an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and herbal remedy for certain conditions.

Here's how to pick the right photo printer—whether for humble snapshots or big, bold art prints—and our top lab-tested picks. I’m the deputy managing editor of the hardware team at PCMag.com.