Iceland’s capital is buzzing with words as the Reykjavík International Literary Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary. One of the country’s oldest cultural festivals, RILF brings together a global roster of writers—from Nobel laureates to rising stars—under this year’s theme, _Home and Away_.[...]
What makes a society truly happy? As the latest World Happiness Report shows, it’s not just wealth or comfort—it’s care, trust, and connection. This year’s report draws inspiration from Shakespeare, whose plays reveal how happiness grows—or withers—through relationships and inclusion. Across centuries,[...]
Every spring, iMagicon transforms Minot into a celebration of fandom, creativity, and connection — and this year’s move to the North Dakota State Fair Center only raised the energy. From celebrity guests like Doug Jones to the iconic 1966 Batmobile, the heart[...]
In Philadelphia, a simple window box holds more than just flowers — it carries a history of activism, community, and resilience. Historian Sonja Dümpelmann traces how women in the 19th and 20th centuries used these small gardens to beautify neighborhoods, foster social[...]
The community is invited to help welcome home 118 veterans returning to Minot as part of the Western ND Honor Flight. The veterans are scheduled to arrive at Minot International Airport on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7:22 p.m. following a memorable[...]
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Where does a city really make its money—and where does it quietly bleed it away? In Langley, British Columbia, residents took that question seriously and built a value-per-acre map to find out. Inspired by national nonprofit Strong Towns, the map breaks down[...]
For over a decade, Pope Francis challenged the traditions of one of the world’s oldest institutions with a simple message: serve the poor, build peace, and lead with humility. His death at 88 marks the end of a papacy that stirred both[...]
President Trump’s declaration of a “Golden Age in Arts and Culture” has so far meant fewer grants, canceled programs, and tighter ideological controls on who qualifies for public funding. But while federal support is being slashed, the story of American art has[...]
Some people chase a dream. Ethan Wiley decided to photograph his—literally. What started as a quiet challenge to take one photo each day has become a daily ritual of growth, creativity, and discipline. Through his lens, he’s not just capturing moments; he’s[...]
The City of Minot has released its 2025 schedule for spring and fall clean-up weeks, along with dates for household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste (e-waste) collection. The spring clean-up week will run April 28 through May 2, with curbside pickup[...]
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Dickinson High is nearing the end of a long and emotional journey — one that’s stirred pride, reflection, and no small amount of debate. After nearly a century with the “Midgets” mascot, the school has revealed two finalists to carry its legacy[...]
In Ashley and Wishek, North Dakota — two small towns rooted in prairie tradition — the local newspaper isn’t just newsprint, it’s community memory. After the sudden passing of longtime publisher Tony Bender, his children are fighting to keep the Ashley Tribune[...]
In Grafton, North Dakota, they’re not just trying to rebuild a hockey team — they’re trying to rebuild a way of life. For generations, Spoiler hockey was more than wins and banners; it was a shared identity, passed down from rink to[...]
For decades, Iceland has thrived by staying small, steady, and out of the spotlight — a bridge between continents, a quiet leader in renewable energy, and a model of resilient democracy. But the Arctic is changing fast, and so is the world’s[...]
What makes art matter — not just in galleries or concert halls, but in the quiet moments of being human — is that it reaches deeper than reason. Carl Jung saw creativity not as a hobby or a gift, but as a[...]
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**MINOT, N.D.** – GlobalND is hosting six Palestinian educators from April 15 to 19. Coming to the United States under the auspices of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) of the U.S. State Department, the Palestinian’s overall program theme is “Secondary School Administration.” [...]