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7 Great Recipes for Spring Brunch Season
7 Great Recipes for Spring Brunch Season
Brunch is for those who think eggs, frittatas, quiche, or French toast shouldn’t be confined to early morning hours.
04-17-2025
250 Years Ago, Part 5: The Midnight Ride, Lexington, and Concord
250 Years Ago, Part 5: The Midnight Ride, Lexington, and Concord
Paul Revere's famous ride, followed by the 'shot heard round the world,' signaled the start of the American Revolution.
04-17-2025
What Are the 8 Types of Homeowners Insurance?
What Are the 8 Types of Homeowners Insurance?
Homeowners insurance is one of those things most people buy and then forget about—that is, until they need it. Choosing the right type of homeowners insurance can save you when ...
04-17-2025
10 Family-Friendly, Budget-Conscious US Vacation Destinations
10 Family-Friendly, Budget-Conscious US Vacation Destinations
Not involving an international flight makes a trip out with the kids so much easier.
04-17-2025
How Major US Stock Indexes Fared April 17
How Major US Stock Indexes Fared April 17
Most U.S. stocks rose, but the worst drop for UnitedHealth Group in a quarter of a century kept Wall Street in check. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1 percent Thursday ...
04-17-2025
Epoch Watchlist: Recommended Viewing for April 18–24
Epoch Watchlist: Recommended Viewing for April 18–24
This week, we feature an uplifting film about two women fighting to improve the educational system and a toe-tapping musical classic. New Release ‘The Accountant 2’ Ben Affleck returns as ...
04-17-2025
How to Enjoy the Natural and Urban Gems of the Pacific Northwest—Even When Your Time Is Limited
How to Enjoy the Natural and Urban Gems of the Pacific Northwest—Even When Your Time Is Limited
Beautiful scenery and unforgettable food can be found along North America's west coast.
04-17-2025
Ilse Weber: A Spiritual and Musical Force
Ilse Weber: A Spiritual and Musical Force
During World War II, the musician and poet brought hope and joy to children in a concentration camp infirmary.
04-17-2025
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for April 18–24
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for April 18–24
This week, we feature a children's book about the wonders of nature visible throughout the day, and a fascinating account of British piracy during the Elizabethan era. Nonfiction ‘Shakespeare: The ...
04-17-2025
‘The Legend of Ochi’: A ‘Borat’-like Fairy Tale With Magic Monkeys
‘The Legend of Ochi’: A ‘Borat’-like Fairy Tale With Magic Monkeys
A mash-up of 'E.T.,' 'The Goonies,' and 'Borat' by way of a Wes Anderson movie, replete with Willem Dafoe ensconced in his wheelhouse of Loony Tunes characters.
04-17-2025
Social Security Launches New ID Technology to Prevent Fraud
Social Security Launches New ID Technology to Prevent Fraud
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has rolled out “enhanced technology” to detect suspicious activity in telephone claims or banking changes. The new technology will strengthen identification verification, preventing fraud. The ...
04-15-2025
The IRS Says This Is Taxable Income. Surprise!
The IRS Says This Is Taxable Income. Surprise!
The government canceled your student loan. A lawyer helped negotiate a lower balance on your debt obligation. You received a generous settlement at the conclusion of a lawsuit. You paid ...
04-11-2025
When Belief Becomes Medicine: How Emotions Heal or Harm Your Body
When Belief Becomes Medicine: How Emotions Heal or Harm Your Body
Our emotions have a powerful effect on our physiology, leading to wellness or even death.
04-12-2025
Maximizing Retirement: 7 Types of Tax-Free Income in 2025
Maximizing Retirement: 7 Types of Tax-Free Income in 2025
By Kelley R. Taylor From Kiplinger's Personal Finance Retirement planning is about more than saving money. It also requires a thoughtful approach to organizing your assets in a way that ...
04-14-2025
The Magical Mushroom Dust You Need in Your Pantry
The Magical Mushroom Dust You Need in Your Pantry
Blitz dried porcini mushrooms into an umami-packed condiment for deeply flavorful meat rubs.
04-14-2025
If Radishes Are Too ‘Spicy’ for You, Try Roasting Them
If Radishes Are Too ‘Spicy’ for You, Try Roasting Them
Radishes can do a whole lot more than garnish a vegetable plate or cheese board.
04-12-2025
‘Not for the Faint of Heart’: Washington State Couple Snub City Life to Raise Cattle on Own Ranch
‘Not for the Faint of Heart’: Washington State Couple Snub City Life to Raise Cattle on Own Ranch
Sometimes a city girl like Brittany Johnson just has to run for the hills. Working a desk job in her dad's company alongside her husband in 2018, she found herself ...
04-12-2025
These 5 Great Paintings Depict Famous Scenes From Literature
These 5 Great Paintings Depict Famous Scenes From Literature
Classic literature and poetry have the power to inspire great works of art; we examine five pieces with strong ties to legends, plays, and myths.
04-12-2025
Restaurant Robots Are Here to Serve You
Restaurant Robots Are Here to Serve You
These robots are commonly seen in Asian countries and now they are serving at a dozen restaurants across the Twin Cities.
04-11-2025
Be on the Alert for These Insurance Scams
Be on the Alert for These Insurance Scams
Knowing what to watch for can help you avoid falling victim to the most common insurance scams.
04-14-2025
Social Security Launches New ID Technology to Prevent Fraud
Social Security Launches New ID Technology to Prevent Fraud
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has rolled out “enhanced technology” to detect suspicious activity in telephone claims or banking changes. The new technology will strengthen identification verification, preventing fraud. The ...
04-15-2025
The IRS Says This Is Taxable Income. Surprise!
The IRS Says This Is Taxable Income. Surprise!
The government canceled your student loan. A lawyer helped negotiate a lower balance on your debt obligation. You received a generous settlement at the conclusion of a lawsuit. You paid ...
04-11-2025
Social Security Payments Delayed? Here’s 4 Reasons Why
Social Security Payments Delayed? Here’s 4 Reasons Why
By Donna Fuscaldo From Kiplinger's Personal Finance Question: I haven’t received my Social Security payment yet this month. Why could my payment be delayed, and what can I do to ...
03-24-2025
What You Should Know Before Shopping on Temu
What You Should Know Before Shopping on Temu
Online megastore Temu has become an obsession with many Americans. Known for its cut-rate goods, Temu has been shaking up the world of online shopping as people look for bargains ...
04-4-2025
8 Simple, Science-Backed Habits to Build a Stronger Brain and Fight Cognitive Decline
8 Simple, Science-Backed Habits to Build a Stronger Brain and Fight Cognitive Decline
Experts share eight proven ways to hone a sharper, stronger, more resilient brain.
04-5-2025
12 Great Gigs for Retirees
12 Great Gigs for Retirees
By Bob Niedt, Kathryn Pomroy and Alexandra Twin From Kiplinger's Personal Finance While many workers dream of the day they’ll no longer have to come to the office, about half ...
04-3-2025
Your Body Creates and Eats Light
Your Body Creates and Eats Light
Light emissions from cells might play a role in healing the body. 
03-29-2025
When Belief Becomes Medicine: How Emotions Heal or Harm Your Body
When Belief Becomes Medicine: How Emotions Heal or Harm Your Body
Our emotions have a powerful effect on our physiology, leading to wellness or even death.
04-12-2025
Top 5 Reasons to Move to Arizona
Top 5 Reasons to Move to Arizona
If you’re considering moving to the Grand Canyon State, it’s essential to understand both the benefits and the challenges that come with living there.
04-5-2025
What to Know About the Inheritance Tax in 2025
What to Know About the Inheritance Tax in 2025
If you're in line to receive a substantial inheritance, you’re probably wondering if you’ll owe a hefty tax on it. You may have to pay an inheritance tax on a ...
04-9-2025
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