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Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Estate Plan
An estate plan isn’t set-and-forget. Make sure yours stays airtight by steering clear of these costly errors.
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250 Years Ago, Part 9: Heroes, Spies, and the Revolutionary War in Quebec
Patriots look to their northern neighbor in hopes of securing the support of a ‘14th colony.’
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Bypass Fees at the Bank
Checking account fees are rising fast, but smart banking moves can help you dodge ATM surcharges, monthly charges, and overdraft costs.
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‘Seascraper’: Dreams and Beauty in Pathos
One of the best of 2025: Trawling for shrimp along the shoreline is a hard life; will the trawler’s life change due to a mysterious American visitor?
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Meet the Artists the CCP Can’t Silence
Hungwei Sun, a principal dancer with Shen Yun Performing Arts, escaped the terror and deceptions the CCP inflicts on the Chinese people.
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Pearl Harbor Through the Eyes of a Navy Salvage Diver
After the attack that fateful day in December, divers immediately set out to retrieve the sailors who had died.
Royal Icing Is the Secret to the Easiest Cookie Decorating
Decorating cookies is a lot easier said than done.
Putting the Poetry Back Into Homer
Michael Solot’s new translation of ‘The Odyssey’ succeeds where others fail.
Panforte: A Seasonal Tradition Worth Repeating
Although panforte’s roots reach back to medieval Italy, it has endured as a sweet seasonal indulgence.
Theodore Roosevelt Plays Peace Negotiator During the Age of Empires
In ‘This Week in History,’ European and Asian powers come to America to obtain a peace treaty, resulting in Roosevelt’s Nobel Peace Prize.
Peppermint Martinis Go Down Extra Smooth During the Holidays
A peppermint martini is a creamy, delicious cocktail that’s perfect for winter and holiday parties.
Pioneering Former Special Agent Says She Joined FBI to Preserve US ‘Laws and Liberties’
Long before she became an inspiration for Clarice Starling in ‘The Silence of the Lambs,’ Jana Monroe knew from the age of 13 exactly what she wanted to do.
From Therapy, to a Job and Future: A Breakthrough for One Young Autistic Aussie
‘That’s very reassuring for me as a parent, knowing that he’s not just thrown in the deep end and has to learn how to swim,’ said Linda Soussa.
Tune in Today: ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring’ in Two Formats
Johann Sebastian Bach’s unforgettable piece wouldn’t exist today without the help of a German lyricist, a German composer, and a British poet.
2026 Travel Forecast: High Demand for Personalization, Measurable Sustainability
Tailored yet spontaneous travel will trend in the new year.
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This Rebellious Arts Festival in Orange County Is Embracing Its Inner Santa Claus
To step into Sawdust is to wander into a theme park-like world of winding paths covered in wood chips.
From Therapy, to a Job and Future: A Breakthrough for One Young Autistic Aussie
‘That’s very reassuring for me as a parent, knowing that he’s not just thrown in the deep end and has to learn how to swim,’ said Linda Soussa.
Nissi Hamilton: How the Girl the System Failed Became the Voice It Can’t Ignore
Once a homeless teen mom trapped in human trafficking, Nissi Hamilton now fights for national legislation to give survivors a second chance.
Compassion in Action: Three Sisters Bring Toys, Joy, and Healing to the Poor in South America
Remote villages experience joy and relief as the Ross sisters join their father on annual missions to some of the poorest regions of Latin America.
Great Essays of G.K. Chesterton to Read ASAP
Chesterton had a rare ability to reveal the extraordinary hidden in everyday life, from juries to vows and cheese.
The Yodel’s Cultural Bridge
Swiss emigrants brought the vocal technique to America’s founding colonies.
The Life of a Musician: ‘Things They Didn’t Teach Me in Music School’
Professional trombonist Roger E. Bissell writes about the oft-stressful transition between higher education and the world of career musicianship.
Tune in Today: The Art of the Art Song in Schumann’s ‘Dichterliebe’
Music allows composers to interpret and shape poetry in ways that create an entirely new artistic experience.
7 Simple Habits That Will Transform Your Writing
Great writing begins with simple, practical habits that build precision, structure, and intention, one sentence at a time.
8 Ways to Help Children Experience Arts and Culture
From visiting art galleries to taking music lessons, experiencing the riches found in art and music sets a foundation for life.
Raising Lions: A Bold New Way to Parent Strong Kids
Parenting guru Joe Newman encourages adults to reestablish their authority compassionately.
Snow Days: Ideas for Frosty Family Fun
Spending time outdoors improves mental and physical well-being. Make some lifelong memories with these DIY winter activities for all ages.