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Aurora Fever: Chasing the Sky as the Sun Goes Crazy
Recent solar activity has pushed auroras far beyond their usual boundaries, turning normally quiet horizons into stages for brilliant, shifting light.
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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.
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The Trap of Looking Elsewhere
The chase for a “better” kind of life often obscures the real beauty found in simple, unpolished moments.
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Monasticism: The Original Minimalism
Today’s decluttering movement echoes the centuries-old pursuit of silence and simplicity found in the world’s ancient monastics.
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December 2025: Jingle in Some Family Fare
Here’s what to look for in theaters and streaming next month.
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Wisconsin’s Illuminated Christmas
Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a testament to the ingenuity and elegance of a bygone time.
Norman Rockwell’s Classic Image of Thanksgiving
The holiday-themed “Freedom From Want” played an important role during World War II and is a testament to Rockwell’s artistic talent.
A Quick, Cozy Pasta Recipe Perfect for the Season
The dish emerges from the oven steaming and fragrant.
Meet Christopher Macchio: The American Tenor Hitting All the High Notes
It’s been a spectacular musical journey for Christopher Macchio, with a little help from President Donald Trump.
This Boise Hotel Ranked Among the World’s Best. What Makes It a Top Place to Stay?
The Sparrow aims to “get its guests out of rooms and exploring.”
‘Stars and Stripes Forever’: The Man Behind America’s National March
John Philip Sousa’s band gave patriotic marches and the sousaphone a place in history.
Senior Cats Don’t Require Senior Cat Food
On pet food labels, the word “senior” is a marketing term, not a regulatory or clinical designation.
This Chicken Romano Proves Cooking for Seniors Need Not Be Bland
The key is making what’s on the plate as appealing as possible.
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How to Combat Negative Thoughts
Sorting worries by what can and can’t be controlled helps direct our energy away from rumination.
Making Your Burdens Blessings: Changes in Attitude, Changes in Fortitude
Burdens can be transformed into lasting good with a simple shift toward gratitude, structure, and courage.
What We Gain When We Write by Hand
A look at the science and sensory experience of handwriting shows how it anchors thought in a way that digital screens never can.
5 Powerful Principles From ‘Lord of the Rings’ to Strengthen Your Life
Tolkien’s classic fantasy series has much to teach about personal character.
7 Parenting Lessons From Ancient China’s Three-Character Classic
The book distills Confucian teachings into short, rhythmic lines meant to guide children on their path to becoming virtuous and sensible adults.
‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’: A Big Winner
The returning director and leading man deliver the goods in this no-holds-barred sequel.
‘A Year With the Seals’: Clowns of the Marine World
Author Alix Morris hangs out with the ocean’s most charismatic and controversial creatures.
‘An Exaltation of Parks’: John D. Rockefeller’s Preservation Quest
One of the wealthiest men in American history preserved America’s natural lands and inspired a former park ranger to learn more about him.
How Dinner and Brandy Led to the Creation of the Antarctic Treaty
In ‘This Week in History,’ three scientists proposed a Third International Polar Year, resulting in major scientific and political breakthroughs.
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.
Family Heirlooms: Your Story Is Part of Your Legacy
From childhood mischief to hard-won wisdom, the tales of our elders are family heirlooms waiting to be told and preserved.
Inside Ireland’s First Classical Academy
When Padraig and Grace Cantillon-Murphy founded Mater Dei Academy, they didn’t know they were starting a revival.