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‘The Odyssey’: A Map to Understand the Ancient Greeks and Ourselves
In this installment of ‘The Reissue,’ Daniel Mendelsohn discusses translating Homer’s epic and how it accurately reflects the human experience.
Tune in Today: ‘The Blue Danube’ Belongs to the New Year
As orchestras welcome in the New Year, one elegant waltz is as inevitable as the countdown.
A Melodic Tribute to the New Year
Bing Crosby’s ‘Let’s Start the New Year Right’ is perfect for holiday celebrations.
Should You Worry About Overfunding Your 529 Plan?
Oversaving in a 529 isn’t as risky as it once was—but it’s not a backdoor retirement plan.
Making the Most of the Week After Christmas
The week between Christmas and New Year’s offers a rare gift: time to do whatever brings you joy.
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Ohio Man Spreads Christmas Cheer With Holiday-Themed Artwork Covering Hundreds of Miles
Some of Timothy Pearson’s latest artwork includes a 500-mile nativity scene and a 300-mile Grinch created with his plane’s flight path.

A Majestic ‘Adoration of the Magi’
One of the most magnificent renderings of this story is by Gentile da Fabriano, whose altarpiece is a marvel of technique and composition.

It’s Party Time: 4 Quick Dips for Your Festive Party Spreads
No worries if it’s too late to invite these recipes to your holiday party, just remember the Super Bowl is only six weeks away.

3 Chefs Share the Traditional Holiday Recipes They Make at Home
For three Minneapolis chefs, cooking at home during the winter holidays is as much about honoring their roots as it is about feeding loved ones.

‘The Heart of Bennet Hollow’: A Cleaner ‘Pride and Prejudice’?
Jane Austen’s iconic story gets a gentle makeover in Joanne Bischoff-Dewitt’s newest novel.

Pörkölt (Hungarian Stew)
This traditional Hungarian Pörkölt is a rich and flavorful pork stew simmered in a paprika-infused sauce, served over noodles, potatoes, or dumplings.

Making the Most of the Week After Christmas
The week between Christmas and New Year’s offers a rare gift: time to do whatever brings you joy.

Are You Saving Too Much for Retirement? Know These Surprising Downsides
If you’ve already hit your retirement goals, continuing to save may cost you more than you realize—from taxes to lost life experiences.

Waxed Amaryllis Care
If you are someone who doesn’t want to throw out your waxed amaryllis after it’s bloomed for the season, read on.

Beauty in the Building: The Hidden Meanings of Good Architecture
Older homes reveal what modern architecture often forgets: that beauty nourishes the soul and our environments shape us.
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Cookbooks 2025 Gift Guide: 5 Notable Cookbooks Including the Science of Barbecue, the Magic of Cheese and More
Here’s a selection of five cookbooks that came out this year that could spark some inspiration in the kitchen.

The 50 Best Wines Under $50 From Our Critic, Who Tasted 2,874
A few tips: When you see a good buy, don’t wait. And remember that retailers frequently offer discounts before the holidays and throughout January.

Ask Angi: What Can I Do About Frozen Gutters?
When you see those long, gleaming icicles hanging from the eaves, it usually means water is backing up somewhere it shouldn’t.

Decades of Tradition, Thousands of Lights, and 1 Message Older Than Time
Every year families around Australia spend countless hours—and expenses—decorating their homes with thousands of Christmas lights.

Urban Artist Paints Optical Illusions on Boring Buildings to Revive Dreary Neighborhoods—And They’re Amazing

The Stoic’s Guide to Life: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Struggles
Stoics considered prudence, fortitude, temperance, and justice to be the highest virtues, on which all other virtues depend.

Chicagoland’s ‘Annie’ Has Talent and Heart
A new production of this Broadway classic may be its best rendition yet.

Baruch Spinoza’s 3 Levels of Knowledge
Banished for his radical views, this Jewish philosopher outlined a path to discover the liberating nature of divine creation

‘And Then There Was The One’: Cheeky Cozy Murder Twist
Romance author Martha Waters toys with a mystery novel trope and puts her heroine up against a dashing professional sleuth.

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.
















































