In 1983, Men Without Hats released "The Safety Dance" and it rose up to be a huge hit despite its strange origins.

Words can hold a lot of power, and it is often said, "The pen is mightier than the sword." While words can uplift and inspire others to take on challenges and hardships in their lives, they can also ...

Over the years, television shows have left us with many memorable characters. Though very few would know it, some of the most memorable TV characters of all time are actually inspired by real, living ...

Unlike many pro wrestlers, "WWE NXT" star Tatum Paxley didn't grow up as a fan of the business. Thanks to a nudge from someone connected to the industry, though, Paxley eventually opened her eyes to ...

This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard, Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Our group agreed while meeting at the same ...

The Ebola virus, Cordyceps fungi, and even the stomach flu have helped inspire some of the most gruesome infectious diseases seen on the screen. Reading time 4 minutes As both a health reporter and ...

For singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega, inspiration for a song can arrive from anywhere at any time. On her new album, “Flying With Angels,” the song “Last Train From Mariupol” arrived with news from the ...

Chanelle Surginer had a family, a career and a home when trauma derailed her, resulting in substance abuse. She lost her job, custody of her children and her house. Within three months she lost ...

You may not know their name, but you’ve definitely heard their music, especially if you’re a fan of the Netflix show, “Bridgerton.” The classical quartet, Vitamin String Quartet, contributed many ...

The origins of the Before Columbus Foundation. In New York during the 1960s, I came under the influence of Black cultural nationalists, such as Askia Touré, the founder of the Black Arts Movement. The ...

Paramount Theatre’s musical “Million Dollar Quartet” at the Stolp Island Theatre in downtown Aurora has been extended once more due to popular demand, theater officials said. Previously set to run ...

This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard, Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Happy birthday to me. Today, I am 40 years ...