The Sweetness of Doing Nothing: Why We Need Boredom
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Walker Larson

The Sweetness of Doing Nothing: Why We Need Boredom

Boredom is an opportunity for growth, creativity, and self-discovery for those willing to embrace it.
Are Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Worth It?
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Anne Johnson

Are Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades Worth It?

Some upgrades take decades to pay off, while others add real value to your home and comfort to your life.
11 Dude Ranches for a Western-Inspired Getaway
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Audrey Enjoli

11 Dude Ranches for a Western-Inspired Getaway

From horseback riding excursions to crackling campfires, these retreats are perfect for a Wild West adventure.
Benjamin Franklin’s Back-to-School Advice for Today’s Students
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Jeff Minick

Benjamin Franklin’s Back-to-School Advice for Today’s Students

According to this Founding Father, education goes beyond the books to include fitness, history, and personal growth.
Chocolate Mint Trifle
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Food| By
Jennifer Segal

Chocolate Mint Trifle

If you’re into chocolate-mint anything, this chocolate mint trifle is the kind of dessert you’ll want to eat straight from the fridge with a spoon.
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Fresh Red Peppers Are the Star of This Panzanella Recipe
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Beth Dooley, The Minnesota Star Tribune

Fresh Red Peppers Are the Star of This Panzanella Recipe

The backbone of this salad is the fragrant basil vinaigrette.
3 Recipes That Make the Most of Apple Season
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Tribune News Service

3 Recipes That Make the Most of Apple Season

Apple season is upon us so it’s time to make the most of these crisp fruit.
Add a Little Spice to Your Life With These 3 Easy Salsa Recipes
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Beth Dooley, The Minnesota Star Tribune

Add a Little Spice to Your Life With These 3 Easy Salsa Recipes

Fresh tomato salsa adds zing to panzanella; sweet corn salsa lifts chicken salad; roast pepper-tomato salsa sparks buttery sautéed shrimp.
This Vegetarian Spin on General Tso’s Is So Good You Won’t Even Miss the Meat
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Hilary Meyer, EatingWell

This Vegetarian Spin on General Tso’s Is So Good You Won’t Even Miss the Meat

Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that is commonly used to replace carbs or meat.
Foodstuffs
Ultra-Processed Foods Pose Greater Risk for Early Death: Study
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Matt McGregor

Ultra-Processed Foods Pose Greater Risk for Early Death: Study

Cost of Living Crisis Threatens Australia’s Most Beloved Food
Australia News| By
Cindy Li

Cost of Living Crisis Threatens Australia’s Most Beloved Food

Spending: Meal Kits to Your Culinary Rescue
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Tribune News Service

Spending: Meal Kits to Your Culinary Rescue

Travel
The Swift Effect: How a Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce Wedding Could Spark the Next Travel Boom
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Tribune News Service

The Swift Effect: How a Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce Wedding Could Spark the Next Travel Boom

The location of the wedding has not been made public so speculations are rampant.
Unexpected Diversions and Soccer in Scandinavia
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Tribune News Service

Unexpected Diversions and Soccer in Scandinavia

A high school student shared a liberating, unplanned trip to Europe with his father.
More Kids Can Ski Cheaply as Affordable Pass Program Adds Three Grades
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Tribune News Service

More Kids Can Ski Cheaply as Affordable Pass Program Adds Three Grades

This winter, taking a young child skiing in Colorado will be more affordable.
Celebrity Launches First River Cruises in 2027 With Two New Luxury Ships
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Tribune News Service

Celebrity Launches First River Cruises in 2027 With Two New Luxury Ships

Sailing down the river on a luxury ship is a wonderful way to spend a week.
Five Perfect Weekend Trips to Take This Fall
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Tribune News Service

Five Perfect Weekend Trips to Take This Fall

Autumn is your best chance to get better-than-summer weather in many beachy getaway spots—without peak summer pricing.
Oktoberfest: Munich’s Massive Kegger
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Rick Steves

Oktoberfest: Munich’s Massive Kegger

Oktoberfest dates to 1810, when the Bavarian king threw a grand public wedding reception for his son.
US Estuary System Is the Place to See Marine Wildlife
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Victor Block

US Estuary System Is the Place to See Marine Wildlife

In the United States, estuaries are nurseries to more than 75 percent of all the fish and shellfish harvested.
Lovable Manatees Lure Visitors to Florida
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Victor Block

Lovable Manatees Lure Visitors to Florida

Swimming with or just admiring these graceful sea mammals can be done at various locations.
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Raccoon Distemper Transmissible to Dogs
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Lee Pickett

Raccoon Distemper Transmissible to Dogs

Raccoons could have a number of diseases that are transmissible to dogs.
Divide Room To Create Office
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James Dulley

Divide Room To Create Office

Building a partition wall is not as involved a project as most people think.
Clutter’s Last Stand
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Mary Hunt

Clutter’s Last Stand

Every possession carries two price tags: the original purchase price and the continuing toll.
8 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like Fall All Season Long
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Real Simple

8 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like Fall All Season Long

Here are some inventive ways to put you in the autumnal spirit.
Ask Angi: How Should I Decorate My Porch for Fall?
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Tribune News Service

Ask Angi: How Should I Decorate My Porch for Fall?

Your front door sets the tone, so give it an instant fall refresh.
How to Reduce Microplastics in the Bathroom
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Anne Johnson

How to Reduce Microplastics in the Bathroom

Swapping out toothbrushes, soaps, and shampoos for more natural alternatives will reduce microplastic shedding.
Fall Flower Bed Care
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Jeff Rugg

Fall Flower Bed Care

Fall is often a better time to prepare flower and vegetable garden beds for new crops than spring.
How to Stop Making Bad Decisions
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Mary Hunt

How to Stop Making Bad Decisions

Whether it’s by taking a timeout or asking a trusted one, we can come to the right decision.
Style
Jorts Are Back and Trending for Summer
Style| By
Anne Johnson

Jorts Are Back and Trending for Summer

Think denim shorts are just for teens? Think again. With the right fit and a few styling tricks, they’re flattering on just about anyone.
The Best White Sneakers
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The Deals Team

The Best White Sneakers

The Best Hiking Boots for Men and Women
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The Deals Team

The Best Hiking Boots for Men and Women

The Best Tote Bags
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The Deals Team

The Best Tote Bags

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What If Your Unwanted Car Can Help Change the World: Cars4Compassion
Philanthropy| By
Epoch Times Staff

What If Your Unwanted Car Can Help Change the World: Cars4Compassion

What Kids Need to Know About Giving
Philanthropy| By
Mary Hunt

What Kids Need to Know About Giving

Entrepreneur Mitzi Perdue Shares the Wisdom Behind Her Family’s Businesses, Perdue Farms, and Sheraton Hotel Chain
American Essence| By
Rachael Doukas

AMERICAN ESSENCE: Entrepreneur Mitzi Perdue Shares the Wisdom Behind Her Family’s Businesses, Perdue Farms and Sheraton Hotel Chain