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This Year’s Oscar Nominations: A Progressive’s Playbook
If you thought Hollywood couldn’t get more out of touch, think again.
The Right Investments for Retirees
Smart income and growth strategies can help your retirement savings last.
‘Preparing to Survive in the Age of Collapse': A Disastrous Future Awaits
Drew Miller warns that misused technologies and incompetent government leaders are driving the United States into a cataclysm.
Laughter in the Oval Office: Presidents and the Healing Power of a Well-Timed Joke
Faced with crises at home and abroad, presidents found that brevity and wit could lighten the weightiest office in the nation.
NTD’s Painting Competition Highlights Growth, Depth, and Timeless Beauty
The opening ceremony of NTD seventh International Figure Painting Competition demonstrates how beautifully artists have matured through these competitions.
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3 Big Changes for Retirement Planning This Year
New retirement rules for 2026 could affect how you save, contribute and manage taxes—here are three key changes to know.

A Vegetable-Forward Bowl so Satisfying You Won’t Miss the Meat
Roasted carrots taste sweet and sport a satisfying bite when cooked to just shy of soft.

Warm Winter’s Chill With a Hot Bowl of This Tangy and Traditional Mexican Stew
This one-pot version of the Mexican classic pulls together in about an hour.

Love Your Lawn: Winter Care That Makes Lawns Thrive
With thoughtful winter care, lawns will emerge stronger, greener, and better prepared for summer.

Do You Have Percentage-Based Deductibles on Your Home? Prepare Yourself
Understanding percentage deductibles is key to avoiding costly surprises in homeowners insurance.

Finalists of NTD’s Traditional Photography Competition
The ‘NTD International Photography Competition Finalist Exhibition’ showcases age-old aesthetics at the Salmagundi Club.

Storm-Born: Three Doctors, a Nun, and a Twister
In this installment of “When Character Counted,” we look at the Doctors Mayo and a nun who created one of the world’s great medical institutions.

Lessons We Can Learn From George Washington’s Code of Conduct
Much wisdom is still to be found in ‘110 Rules of Civility.’

Salisbury Steak With Potatoes and Green Beans
This dish features seasoned ground beef shaped like a steak and smothered in a rich mushroom sauce.
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There’s Still a Nationwide Shortage of Homes—so Why Are Sellers Getting Desperate in Some Places?
The long-term nationwide shortage of homes remains firmly in place. At the same time, local gluts of homes for sale are a reality.

New Museum of Illusions Brings Mind-Boggling Fun to Downtown Detroit
There’s a vibrant mural of what looks like a Motown singer with eyes that are always locked on you, and a “reversed room” inspired by the auto industry.

Ask the Builder: Artificial Intelligence and Contractor Quotes
A contractor committed to transparency can generate an accurate quote for your job. An AI chatbot cannot.

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.

Henry Johnson: A World War I Hero Recovered From History
American military leaders try to right past wrongs by recognizing the heroism and bravery of a young private.

NTD 7th International Figure Painting Competition Winners Announced
This week, the works of 60 finalists are on display in New York City, and two painters demonstrated their skills in a live painting event.

‘Sheepdog’: A Valiant Attempt to Advocate For American Vets
Where “Sheepdog” completely succeeds is in addressing veteran support. Kudos to Grayhm for shining a spotlight on this shameful aspect of American culture.

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.


















































