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Chinese ‘Hospital Ship’ Touring Latin America Suspected to Have Military Objectives
The ship is touring at the same time that the United States is increasing its influence in the region to curb Beijing and other adversaries.
Why Public Schools Have More Staff, Fewer Students
Only 17 percent of the 200,000 new staff positions added in the past 10 years were teachers.
Why the ‘Hype Phase’ of Wind and Solar Is Over
As federal subsidies dry up under the Trump administration, wind and solar energy must compete on cost and reliability, experts say.
Ignored Orders and Growing Resistance in Chinese Military After Purge of Top Generals
Insiders say the widespread internal resistance and command dysfunction are a rejection of Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s authority.
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Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order
Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.

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.

Several Great and Some Not-So-Good Titles Due in February
Here’s what to look for in theaters and streaming next month.

‘King of Song’: The Northern Mockingbird
Nature’s suburban showman has an extensive musical repertoire.

Scientists Confirming Ancient Revelations of a Musical Divine Order
Pythagoras and Johannes Kepler found patterns and repetitions in seemingly random events.

‘Million-Dollar Dip’ Is the 5-Minute Appetizer That Gets Every Party Started
This million-dollar dip is rich and indulgent, combining cream cheese and tangy mayonnaise with sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and toasted almonds.
Taking the Kids: Snaring the Best Cruise Deals of the Year
During Wave Season, “the cruise lines really roll out the perks to help sweeten the deals and encourage booking.
Iowa’s Historic Surf Ballroom Offers a New Reason to Make the Trip
The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, has tacked on an interactive exhibit that celebrates the 78-year-old venue’s place in music history.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Ireland’s Tidy Towns of Kinsale, Kenmare, and Dingle
There’s something delightful about small-town Ireland, where the people’s connection to their heritage and to their town is so vivid.
Taking the Kids: Snaring the Best Cruise Deals of the Year
During Wave Season, “the cruise lines really roll out the perks to help sweeten the deals and encourage booking.

























































































































