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What to Know About Inheriting a Retirement Plan
Navigating inherited IRAs can be confusing. Here’s what spouses, children, and other beneficiaries need to know about RMD rules and withdrawal timelines.
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How to Give Better Holiday Gifts
Research shows that practical, flexible gifts often beat flashy surprises when it comes to long-term happiness.
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‘Gotta Dance!’ Misses Some Steps but Eventually Soars
‘Return of the Jedi’ examines several aspects of the virtue of fortitude.
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Umberto Eco’s Anti-Library: A Case for Keeping Piles of Unread Books
Unread books reshape the way that people learn, question, and navigate a complicated world.
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Tune in Today: The Legend of Wieniawski’s ‘Légende’
A brilliant violin composition wins the battle for love.
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Backstage: Stories Behind Beloved Christmas Songs
Songs born of grief, wartime, teenage talent, and completely unrelated events have become the soundtrack to the holidays.
Books of Christmas: Poems and Stories to Make the Holidays Special
Good reads offer a way to slow down when the whirlwind of decorating, gifting, and gathering begins to take their toll.
Sweet and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken Will Fire You Up
Celebrated for its crispy exterior and tender interior, Korean fried chicken has been a staple late-night snack in South Korea.
Sheet Pan Snapper Fillet With Broccoli and Potatoes
Here’s a quick and easy sheet pan dinner that’s ready in just 10 minutes.
Prime Rib
Our delicious and easy Prime Rib recipe features an herb and garlic seasoning on a boneless or bone-in prime rib roast.
‘Miracle Morning After 50’: A Blueprint for Thriving
A bestselling author and a longevity expert team up to show how a mindful morning routine can reignite purpose, energy, and joy in the second half of life.
You Really Need a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Without it, we’re cranky, forgetful, and prone to mistakes.
‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’: The Trilogy Concludes
Johnson and Craig fulfill their mission duties with one of the best franchises ever made.
Could You Out-Read a Victorian-Era Coal Miner? (Spoiler: Probably Not)
Britain’s working class once read Milton underground. We, meanwhile, have TikTok.
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This Festive Sangria Recipe Is Perfect for Hanukkah
Gently spiked with pear liqueur and filled with fresh pear slices, it’s a holiday twist on the classic pitcher drink that always pleases a crowd.
‘Miracle Morning After 50’: A Blueprint for Thriving
A bestselling author and a longevity expert team up to show how a mindful morning routine can reignite purpose, energy, and joy in the second half of life.
Laid Off With a Monthly Mortgage Payment. How Do You Manage?
Bankrate talked to recently laid off homeowners to find out how they’re dealing with it.
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.
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.
Ransom Olds: He Helped Put America on Wheels
This industrialist designed the Oldsmobile and was a foundational force in America’s early automobile industry.
‘3:10 to Yuma:’ A Western of Inner Storms
A rancher and outlaw engage in a battle of wills as they wait for the train to Yuma.
‘The Sun Rising’: Reconsidering Great Britain’s James I
The king who followed Elizabeth I was skilled at diplomacy and at keeping an uneasy peace between religious groups in his kingdom.
The Lone Star State Patriot and Prophet: Sam Houston
This installment of “When Character Counted” brings us a man whose personality and achievements were as grand as the state he helped shape.
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.