Cracker Barrel’s New Modern Logo and Aesthetic Become a Political Rorschach Test

Nostalgic fans of the interstate staple lamented the loss of its country kitsch, while some conservatives blamed “wokeness” for the sleek redesign.

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2 Veterans Found With Stolen Military Weapons and Nazi Material, Officials Say

The authorities said a soldier was assaulted with a hammer as the men tried to steal gear from a military base in Washington State. The theft led investigators to a house full of contraband.

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Ferris Bueller’s Vest Hits the Auction Block. ‘Anyone, Anyone?’

Worn by Matthew Broderick in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” the vest could fetch several hundred thousand dollars, according to Sotheby’s.

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Two Decades After Her Death, Celia Cruz Lives On for Her Fans

Whether minted on a U.S. coin, captured as a bobblehead or painted in a new Miami mural, the late “Queen of Salsa” continues to draw attention to her musical legacy 100 years after her birth.

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Gloves Lincoln Wore to Ford’s Theater Sell for $1.5 Million at Auction

More than 100 relics connected to President Abraham Lincoln brought in $7.9 million, auctioneers said. The proceeds will help a presidential foundation repay a loan.

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N.Y.C. Museum Celebrates the Nation’s 250th Anniversary

The New York Historical plans six exhibitions, all featuring the city as a major player.

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Titanic Survivor’s Letter, Written Aboard the Ship, Sells for Nearly $400,000

Col. Archibald Gracie wrote the letter while traveling on the Titanic days before the ship sank and plunged him into the icy North Atlantic.

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Man Charged in Theft of Judy Garland’s Ruby Slippers Dies

Jerry Hal Saliterman’s case had been pending in federal court. A judge dismissed the charges against him on Monday.

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A Cheeto Shaped Like the Pokemon Charizard Sells for Nearly $90,000

A “Flamin’ Hot” snack with an uncanny resemblance to the fire-breathing Charizard was sold at auction for nearly $90,000. First it needed a custom case.

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Too Sentimental to Declutter? Start Here.

Decluttering experts share their best tips.

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