On this 4th of July, we enter the eve of 250 years of American Freedom. But what does this mean? How do we define freedom today? Who is entitled…
Sometimes it takes just one moment to remind us of what greatness truly looks like. When a devastating explosion ripped through an apartment…
I’ve recently read some articles about Stoicism, an ancient philosophy that teaches the value of self-discipline, virtue, and rationality. To the…
During challenging or dark times, we might not persist or survive without hope, without light...
During the depths of the pandemic I…
This mama cat couldn't keep the kittens to herself. She finally gave up and let nature take its course. The kittens now have two mamas, and…
Here is an instrumental piece of music I created while holed up early during the pandemic…
You may have never heard of her, or her accomplishments and heroism, or that she was the only woman to ever be awarded the Medal of Honor. But now…
Animals always find ways to amuse us when we most need it. Here's some fun to bust your stress…
What a mess this country has gotten itself into.
Since its establishment in 1965, Medicaid has been a social benefit that ended hardships…
I want to take a moment to wish Arthur Brown a happy birthday. Most of you probably remember his 1967 hit, "Fire", but Arthur was making music…
If you're like most people, you strive to be your best self. The motivation to go the "extra mile" may come from a desire to exceed others, live…
I captured a new heart for my collection today and was inspired to share a couple of old ones with my brand new one.
The first image was…
An estimated 800 million pounds of spinach is sold in the US annually, and why not? It’s packed with vitamins and minerals, and can benefit the…
A new marketing campaign is being promoted across the country encouraging people to call their Congressional leaders to support Trump's Big…
Melissa Hortman's assassination brings to mind Adolph Hitler who said, "Brutality creates respect."
Since Trump's pronouncement to make…
Who's that curled up on the floor? That's Nina, the 700-pound cow that fell in love with the woman who saved her life—now, they're inseparable. It…
Although medicine has been studied for thousands of years, scientists and researchers continue to make exciting discoveries about the human body…
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In September of 1982, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) first used the term AIDS to describe a new immune system disorder that was affecting…
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Two days ago Brian Wilson passed away. Brian is one of my musical heroes. I think we can all appreciate his musical greatness and his fortitude…
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The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a nationwide recall that affect 3672 bottles and 972 cartons of the drug of fluoxetine, a popular…
Don't believe everything you see or hear. Be alarmed. Watch out. Take cover. Never mind losing your mind or living in an alternate reality. This…
The image above is fake, generated with artificial intelligence (AI). It was easy enough to create with one single prompt: create a photo of Trump…
A story I read recently about a young man named Davion Only Going has stayed with me. Davion was on his own from the beginning. He was born in a…
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they lament the loss of “the American way of life”? Can anyone even define what that means? Well,…
Life can be very frustrating sometimes, especially when someone decides to throw you under the bus without provocation or justification.
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I’m a fan of happy endings, so when I heard about Valerie, a ten-pound mini dachshund that had been missing for over a year and was miraculously…
Exercise is good for us—big surprise, I know. However, referring to it as “the most potent medical intervention” is a big deal.
In…
Lately I've been thinking about how everything in life eventually disappears. One of my favorite homes while growing up in Sicily became a…
At a recent Princeton Public Schools' Board of Education meeting, nine-year-old Teddy pushed back against Robert Kennedy Jr.'s statements, "…
When it comes to health and fitness articles, there’s a recurring go-to headline you may have seen: “What happens to your body when you (article…
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Some of us aren’t familiar with what goes on in a casual gaming chat. Maybe some jokes or maybe make a new friend. But for one Tennessee teenager…
As a fitness trainer, I’ve worked with many middle-aged and senior women, and one of their primary goals has been to maintain healthy bone density…
Lately, I can’t shake the frustration brewing inside me. Everywhere I turn, I hear people railing against porch pirates, catalytic converter…
If history is fixed in the past, some of those who shaped it remain powerfully present. Mary Harris “Mother” Jones is one of them.
She lost…
In modern food history, manufacturers have created products marketed as healthy alternatives to satisfy consumer demands. However, some of these…
Last week, we asked you to take the fake news test. Today, we bring you a game to play. It's called Bad News.
Bad News is…
My friend, Ken, has been grumpy lately. His goal in life, winning the lottery, hasn't materialized yet and he's pissed off, feeling he deserves…
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella…
I’ve been a fitness trainer and exercise enthusiast for decades, and I’ve consumed my fair share of protein powders and various supplements. An…
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Consumer Reports recently called out Kroger's, which includes Ralphs, Vons, Albertsons, and a few others, for charging customers full price on…
On May 16, 2025, Jane Fonda, delivered the commencement address to USC's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism Class of 2025.
When José Andrés immigrated to the U.S. at 21, he didn’t come with a grand plan—he came with a passion for food, a deep work ethic, and a desire…
Fake news has increasingly become a menace to democracies across the globe. As a weapon of political warfare, fake news easily and effectively…
Tariff Derangement Syndrome takes hold of Trump.
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Dean was alone on his cycling trip around the world when one December day in 2018, somewhere in the Bosnian mountains, he heard a tiny kitten…
You don't need to spend a fortune on self-improvement. You don't even need to spend a penny.
Incorporate this simple but worthy quote by…
Take a look at these humorous wildlife photos. They're sure to brighten and lighten up your day. Do you have a favorite?…
A special garden was built for the local wildlife in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds of Northern England. But once the critters spotted an abandoned…
...and join Jeanine Pirro for a glass of wine on SNL!
Pirro is the 23rd Fox News host to roll up their sleeves and join Trump's farcical…
My mother was gracious, kind, and ever-thoughtful. It was a privilege to be raised by her and a joy to feel a deep love for her throughout our…
Chester was labeled "too much trouble" at the shelter, but when a new mom took him home, he was filled with joy and so was she…
“Our government teaches the whole people by its example. If the government becomes the lawbreaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every…
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I used to work with a couple of women who suffered from debilitating menstrual cramps and would have to stay home for a few days each month. If…
The librarian of Fort Biblio, a Youtropolis community, recently wrote an informative article called “Isometrics and Hope Molecules,” which…
We all know the feeling: we pick up our phones for a quick check, and suddenly, we've spent an hour immersed in a stream of distressing news. Not…
There's a new text message scam out there.
Yesterday, I received two texts within minutes of each other. The first read: "A withdrawal…
Andria made my heart smile the moment I saw his work. He’s just three and a half, but this little artist from Georgia is already creating…
"In a democracy dissent is an act of faith. Like medicine, the test of its value is not in its taste, but in its effects. To criticize one's…
Cipro is a commonly prescribed antibiotic belonging to the fluoroquinolone class. It’s used to treat conditions ranging from bacterial infections…
When we think of truck stops, we picture big rigs lined up outside, road trip souvenirs inside, and truck drivers at the counter scarfing down…
In November 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges stepped into history as the first Black child in America to attend an all-white school.
When Hurricane Helene tore through the North Carolina mountains, the tiny towns of Chimney Rock and Bat Cave were left gutted with storefronts…
Two months before his death, and days before he was hospitalized with a viral infection, Pope Francis took time to write a letter to the Bishops…
The end of World War II ushered in many changes for America, including the baby boom, a growing middle class, and higher demand for fast and…
If you need a reason to smile today (and don’t we all?), this delightful adventure with a troop of curious meerkats ought to do the trick. While…
Pope Francis was a rare marvel, a voice of dissent, and always fearless in speaking truth to power. He never wavered from the compassion of Christ…
Hopefully your Easter dinner was just as fun as this family dinner.…
This is a photo of a hedge at the edge of my property. For years, I kept it trimmed into a neat, square row—tidy, predictable, nice but a little…
Judith Roberts is Chief judge at Fort Berthold District Court: MHA Nation. In her blog post this week, she reported that a co-worker, also a judge…
While growing up in Ecuador, Italy, and Bolivia, I experienced diverse cultures, ethnicities, and social economies. As a child, it dawned on me…
Over 50 years ago, healthcare practitioners began using computed tomography, or CT scans, to detect diseases and injuries. Alarmingly, a study…
Around the world, artists are turning city walls and sidewalks into playful, powerful tributes to the magic of books. This colorful, book-inspired…
It’s easy to imagine ourselves on the right side of history—defying Nazis, hiding families, speaking out against injustice. But when…
In a 2011 survey sponsored by the American Nurses Association (ANA), nurses identified the acute and chronic effects of stress and overwork as one…
Speak Up for Justice Event Seeks a Million Courageous Voices to Defend Courts.
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