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Agatha Christie's world fame derives from her persona as a crime writer. But she also wrote six romantic novels, which deserve much more recognition than they have had.

Of the many free museums in London, the best known are the V. & A. and the Natural History Museum, but the Ragged School Museum and the Geffrye Museum are London's gems.

To experience the beauty of India's beaches away from the crowds, head to these lesser known beaches.

During the World War II era, Christmas movies offered messages of hope, joy, and humor through simple stories with often tearful, happy endings.

Southern Maryland is a quiet farming community with several little-known parks and beaches perfect for a family day-trip away from the fast-paced tourist destinations.

Viva San Antonio! As Texas' top destination, San Antonio has the state's number one attraction, the Alamo, and the famous Riverwalk. But the city has much more to offer.

Major stars like Michael Jackson receive major news coverage, but the tragic deaths of other musicians have also left a painful scar on the music industry.

Fryderyk Chopin's compositions are well-known and frequently played by professional pianists, but a number of his pieces are hardly ever mentioned, let alone performed.

The Yorkshire valley of Nidderdale is one of seven areas in the North of England to have been designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Pica eating disorder is not about food, but about eating things like baking soda, paper, glue, chalk and dirt.

Along with the Grand Palace, the Temple of Dawn and Wat Pho, Bangkok has other, lesser known attractions, churches, museums, heritage homes and the Royal Barge Museum.

These include the crowns of the Queen Mother, Queen Mary, Queen Victoria, Mary of Modena, the Prince of Wales, and the Imperial Crown of India.

Beijing is peppered with museums, including Drum Tower, Museum of Chinese History, Military Museum, Big Bell Temple and Museum of Natural History. All are worth a visit.

Endangered primate conservation specialists use the list to raise awareness and to monitor progress in each species' recovery. Five species are only recently discovered.

The next time Las Vegas beckons spend some time away from the strip and glitz to discover a quieter, more interesting and historical side to Sin City.

The cigarette industry knowingly manufactures a product that has chemicals. These chemicals, if on their own, fall under federal handling, storing and transportation laws

Watchmen director Zack Snyder makes the risky move of avoiding big-name stars in favor of actors known for smaller films and supporting roles.

The best dramas and comedies to celebrate St Patrick's Day.

Kentucky is home to the annual Derby, as well as other attractions for tourists.

Find yourself cooking the same boring food time after time? Stop! With these simple tips you can have more fun in the kitchen and prepare exciting, delicious dishes.

The Drum Tower was once the official keeper of the time in old Beijing. Time was pounded out at 7 p.m. with 13 beats and then every two hours after that with one beat.

Many will know Sydney's major attractions. The Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House are two. There is another less-well known side to Sydney which is introduced here.

Comics and graphic novels can be expensive. Many publishers allow you to read some of them before you fork over your hard-earned cash.

Although Italy is less than three-quarters the size of California, it vies with France each year for the top honors in world wine production.

Online strategy games that are beautiful to look at and also fun to play are few and far between. This article profiles two of the best, Fall of Rome and Eve Online.

A movie about Canadian history is unusual especially one that looks as slick as this one. Based on a true story, it's written directed, and starring Paul Gross

Spring & summer are perceived as the seasons of frozen cocktails and frosty beers. However, wine makes the perfect (and affordable) pairing for warmer days and BBQ fare.

Maiden names of women ancestors often got buried with them in an era when they were housekeepers, not doctors, lawyers or CEOs. Let's look for them.

Want to get to know the Vienna not on any guided tour? Check out some of these lesser-known destinations to feel more like a local than a tourist.

Travel deals don't wait. Book these fares quickly before they expire, and enjoy your next travel adventure at a discount.

JRR Tolkien has inspired a number of parents to call their babies Galadriel and Arwen. Here are some Professor-esque alternatives for Middle-Earth baby names.

Gericault a French Neo-Baroque painter is most known for this dramatic painting based on actual events.

Canada's well known maritime province, Nova Scotia offers a great deal to do. The following article discusses both well known Halifax and lesser known Dartmouth.

Mountain bike holidays are available across Europe from a variety of specialist cycling companies. Choose a cycling destination according to preferred style of riding.

There are few movies in 80's with a better cast of young stars than Top Gun, but a quick look at the movie's title track "Danger Zone" will reveal an interesting pairing

Utah Ski Resorts include Park City's Deer Valley, Park City Mountain Resort, and The Canyons. Visitors will love to ski or snowboard at any of Utah's more than ten resor

Gondar is packed with tradition and an impressive display of Ethiopian history. The monuments have survived raids, earthquakes and the ravages of time.

There were 909,253 American franchise business outlets at the end of 2005 for a good reason. Franchising is one of the best ways to branch out and become one's own boss.

In genealogy female ancestors are most commonly revealed as "wife of", with unknown maiden names. Here are 10 tips for finding them in public records and other places.

This is the 4th of a 6-part series talking about luxury residences and will focus on some of the global top-spots for second homes away from home.

As a houseplant or an outdoor plant, begonias are a gardener's delight. Begonias can be used in flowerbeds, in containers, in hanging baskets and as houseplants.

From costars to family trees, Jeff Bridges and George Clooney, the frontrunning competitors for the 2010 best actor Oscar, have more in common than acting chops.

Poll results are in, and the majority of you are up for a journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Hanging out in St Pete’s or cruising the Croatian coast scored highly too

3/5: Grant-Lee Phillips reinterprets a series of songs from 1980s super groups such as R.E.M., Nick Cave, and The Cure. The result is a fun, insightful musical homage.

A list of some of the best books for babies.

The colorful and varied uniforms of British Army military units in India in the 19th century.

The first thing that you notice as you enter the Rodin Museum, the gracious 18th century "hotel particulare" once home to Auguste Rodin, is the beauty of the setting.

A detailed list of facts and figures about Vanuatu as a simple introduction to this beautiful island nation.

For travelers on a shoestring budget, Mayan ruins in El Salvador offer a great alternative to well-trodden sites in Guatemala or the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.

Finding places to publish children's books, stories and articles is made much easier with the 2008 Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market.