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5 Productivity Tips and Tools for the Self-Employed
Without external structure, self-employed workers must create their own systems to stay focused and productive.
‘Going No Contact’: How Can We Counter the Trend of Family Estrangement?
Family estrangement is becoming more common, but it carries long-term emotional costs for everyone involved.
Building for Eternity: Rome’s Engineering Genius
Ancient Rome’s infrastructure embodied a civilizational ethos that prized longevity over expediency.
The Great British Caravaggio: Joseph Wright of Derby
Wright of Derby’s enlightening candlelight paintings are featured at London’s National Gallery.
All You Need to Know About the Estate Tax
The ‘death tax’ sounds scary, but high exemptions and smart planning mean it rarely applies.
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A Winning Bowl for Game Day Get-Togethers
Chili may present as a meat-lover’s dish, but it easily accommodates a big bunch of vegetables and lean protein sources such as beans.

John Hanson: America’s Reluctant First ‘President’
John Hanson, first president under the Articles of Confederation, guided the young U.S., laying the groundwork for Washington’s presidency.

A Cheesy Soup Trick
This soup takes inspiration from an Italian minestrone soup, with a tomato-based stock and a wedge of a hard cheese rind.

Cauliflower ‘Steaks’ Are Tender on the Inside and Crispy on the Outside
If eating more veggies is a new year’s goal, I succeeded brilliantly with this dish—and you can, too.

The Fight for the Bill of Rights: Who Gets the Power?
The constitutional struggle that produced the Bill of Rights and secured enduring protections for individual liberty.

Classic Hash Browns
With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple tricks, golden, crispy hash browns can be on the table any time of day.

How Often Should You Wash Everything? A Launderer’s Guide
Here’s a no-nonsense guide to how often you should launder key household fabrics.

This Dish Is a Favorite French Bistro Classic
The dish is delicious served hot or chilled as a first course on a beautifully arranged platter.

‘The Lord of the Rings’: Of Stories and Journeys
Storytellers are bridges connecting the past to the present, as seen in Tolkien’s Bilbo Baggins.

3 Ways to Save Money on Almost Everything
Smart negotiating and savvy tech tools can help you cut everyday costs without sacrificing your lifestyle, even as inflation lingers.
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Add a Decorative Lattice Arbor
Determining the size of the arbor is your first and most important step in building one.

Mammary Tumors Common in Unsterilized Female Dogs
Mammary tumors have multiple causes, the most important of which is hormonal.

Why You Should Never Be Late Paying Your Rent
Always pay your rent on time because landlords are quick to evict.

Isaac Newton’s Lost Papers–And His Search for God’s Divine Plan
‘This most beautiful system ... could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent and powerful being,‘ wrote Newton.

A Birthday Party for Every Special Child
Through their nonprofit, Shari Bailey and Michael Nash are helping caretakers throw memorable birthday parties for children with special needs and disabilities.

Turnabout: The Hero Who Thought Himself a Failure
In this installment of “When Character Counted,” a general saved American and Filipino troops from massacre at great cost to himself.

Keeping Time: The Role of the Classical Conductor
The leader of an orchestra needs a steady hand and a love of learning.

Restoring Literacy Through Read-Alouds
As parents struggle to find ways to get their child’s reading up to speed, read-alouds may be key to fostering a child’s love for the printed text.

Project-Based Learning for Homeschoolers
Hands-on projects allow kids to connect schoolwork to their interests, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity.

A Father’s Guide to Welcoming a Newborn
The first weeks may feel overwhelming, but a dad who rises to the challenge can create a sanctuary for his family.

Why Little Girls (Rightly) Love Cinderella
Long before it included glass slippers and fairy godmothers, ‘Cinderella’ told a tale of courage, justice, and grace.


















































