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‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning’: 2025’s First Blockbuster
Tom Cruise—Energizer Bunny of actioners—will miss the adrenaline junkie ‘Mission: Impossible’ stunts; if he has a say, ‘The Final Reckoning’ may not be final.
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Identifying Your True Priorities
Your schedule doesn’t always reflect what matters most to you in life—or does it?
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Healthy Frugal Lentils With a French Accent
This colorful black lentil salad is hearty and leafy.
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Best Nontoxic, Organic, Safe, and Cheap Weed Control for Yard and Garden
You don’t need toxic sprays or a Ph.D. in environmental science to fight weeds.
Viktor Belenko: The MiG-25 Defector
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young Soviet fighter pilot whose defection to the U.S. would alter the course of the Cold War.
Selling Your Vacation Home? Watch out for These Tax Surprises
If you’re selling your second home, be sure to hold back some of your profits so you have enough cash to pay the tax bill.
Wine-Food Matches
White wine is said to pair with fish and red with meat, but there are some distinctions to ensure the best experience.
Asian Slaw With Ginger Peanut Dressing
This bold, colorful Asian slaw is bursting with flavor and crunch—and with a few grocery store shortcuts, it comes together in no time.
I Crave These Totally Surprising ‘Fries’ Every Single Week
When prepared correctly, avocado fries can be truly extraordinary.
Great Music May Surpass Our Understanding
Criticism of music and poetry can’t be distilled into a science; its very nature comes from the changeability found in the human soul.
Prometheus, Part 1: What We Can Learn from the Liminal Hero
In part 1 of this series, we learn about Prometheus, who sided with Zeus against his own kind, the Titans.
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European Union 103: How the EU Impacts Travelers in Europe
The EU promotes identity among its nations by annually allocating hundreds of millions of euros for cultural heritage protection.
7 Must-Know Tips for Growing Herbs in Pots
Potted herbs are one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to start gardening.
Carl Jung, the Universe, and the Strange Business of Getting Exactly What You Want
Synchronicity is awash in this world.
A Conversation With Social Media Sensations Kay & Tay
This popular husband-and-wife pair shares advice on how to build an online following. Hint: It involves authenticity and staying true to yourself.
Digger’s Wartime Letter Details the Act of God That Saved His Life
Sergeant who escaped the Fall of Singapore via a small boat and ended up in northern Australia.
Clio’s Wars: How We Interpret Our Past Will Determine Our Future
When national identity fractures and ideologies rise, historical nuance gets lost in the rubble.
‘Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto': The Wild Soul of the Warrior
An introspective film about the making of a legendary samurai swordsman.
The ‘Shortest’ Way to Learn About the History of France
Colin Jones’s ‘The Shortest History of France’ is brevity at its finest, scouring centuries while somehow covering the details.
Defying Difficulties: Grimm’s Fairy Tale ‘Brother and Sister’
Perseverance pays off for a brother and sister who endure many troubles.
Grads After Graduation: Some Gifts to Bolster Morale and Keep Them Moving Forward
A special note or care package can cheer a young graduate in the short term and give him or her memories that may last a lifetime.
It’s Time to Bring Back Pick-Up Games of Baseball
Unsupervised play allows children to develop character and skill sets like conflict resolution, imagination, and responsibility.
Summer Time-Savers for Parents
As the season gets busier, parents can put structures in place to stay on top of everything.
How to Help a Loved One Deal With Gaming Addiction
When video games start to replace real-life responsibilities and relationships, it’s time to step in—with wisdom and love.