What changed in music: Romantic composers broke away from strict classical forms, focusing on emotional storytelling, individual expression, and dramatic contrasts in their works. Why it matters now: ...

A view of Mount Auburn Cemetery, painted by Thomas Chambers. The grounds were modeled after English gardens and European garden cemeteries like the Parisian Père Lachaise, designed in 1804. (Courtesy ...

Fashion in 2026 is embracing a 'new romantic era,' with designers and wearers turning toward softness, fluidity, and deliberate beauty after seasons of minimalism and restraint. The trend blends ...