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Sally Cook: Painting With Words
Poetry lovers everywhere mourn the death of the multitalented wordsmith Sally Cook.
What Is a Real Estate Pocket Listing, and Should You Consider One?
Selling a home as a pocket listing can protect privacy and avoid price missteps—but often at the cost of competition.
You Saved for Retirement—Now What?
Financial advisers weigh in on portfolio ‘bucket’ strategies and realistic withdrawal rates for a sustainable retirement.
A Fiery Warmup for a Cold Day
Mapo tofu roughly translates to “pockmarked grandma’s tofu,” which is named for the elderly Chengdu woman who created the dish in the 19th century.
Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order
Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.
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‘Melania’: Our Stunning First Lady Radiates Warmth and Compassion
A behind-the-scenes look at the three weeks leading up to the second Trump inauguration.

Frank Foley: The Brave Spy Who Saved Thousands During the Holocaust
One humble, faith-driven, and quiet man risked his own life to grant travel paperwork to 10,000 Jews during World War II.

My Version of ‘Cupid’s Cloud’ Is Perfect for Valentines and Galentines
With its rosy pink color and a few sliced strawberries for garnish, this whipped dessert is seriously cute piled into cocktail glasses.

Is Staging Your House Worth the Cost?
Home staging can make your property more appealing, helping it sell faster and for more money.

Producer Marc Beckman on ‘Melania,' a Historic Film That Captures a First Lady
Senior adviser to First Lady Melania Trump explains how the film ‘Melania’ documents a process never revealed before: preparing for the inauguration.

Leo Tolstoy’s Daily Routine
Tolstoy’s early attempts at rigid self-discipline settled into daily rhythms that supported the creation of his greatest literary works.

Even in Winter, the Sun Still Shines in These 5 Citrus Recipes
With their kaleidoscope of color, shape, and flavor, citrus is a welcome contrast to the dark days of winter.

Is an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust Right for You?
An Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust can reduce estate taxes and protect heirs, but its rigidity and complexity mean it isn’t right for everyone.

Christopher Macchio, America’s Tenor
From a reluctant singer to repeat performer at the White House, Macchio shares his astounding journey.

Ask the Builder: Bring Back Vocational Schools
It’s time to bang the gong and let young students know that being a plumber, electrician, carpenter, painter, etc., is both fulfilling and respectable.
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Paint a Wooden Floor
Wood floors made of mismatched planks pieced together, or those already painted, can be transformed with a good primer and paint for an attractive facelift.

What on Earth Can I Do With These Chinese Leftovers?
Let’s turn that fridge clutter into something delicious.

Italian Wedding Soup
Simple ingredients, big comfort—this Italian wedding soup recipe is one you’ll want on repeat all season long.

New Study: Medieval Farmers Worked With Nature, Not Against It
Medieval farmers practiced techniques that balanced productivity with ecological health.

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.

Piety’s Transformative Power in the ‘Life of Numa Pompilius’
The legendary Roman king appeased a divided people through shared religious rituals.

‘Melania': The Prognosticators Got It All Wrong in a Big Way
The new documentary about the First Lady smashed records and defied all expectations.

‘Mercy’: You’ve Heard of ‘RoboCop,’ Now There’s RoboJudge
“Mercy” chooses high-octane spectacle over an interesting and consistent opinion on the ethics of an AI legal system and its far-reaching impact on humanity.

Tune in Today: Prokofiev’s Colorful ‘Peter and the Wolf’
The enduring children’s classic is brought to life by renowned composer Leonard Bernstein’s narration.

Crucial Lessons From Ancient Rome: The Corruption of Family and Society
The collapse of the family structures during the late Roman empire left the society vulnerable.

A Parenting Secret Weapon: The 30-Minute-Per-Day Rule
Quality time spent together shapes a child more than any material investment ever could.

‘Bluey’ Tops US Streaming Charts for 2nd Year Running
The Australian series beat Grey’s Anatomy and Stranger Things to stay number one.

‘Going No Contact’: How Can We Counter the Trend of Family Estrangement?
Family estrangement is becoming more common, but it carries long-term emotional costs for everyone involved.















































