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Building a Safer Streaming Service for Kids: 2 Dads Launch Hopscotch TV
When Dave Harvilicz and Ross Greenberg saw what kids were watching online, they took matters into their own hands and launched a platform parents could trust.
250 Years of American Independence: The Founders Museum
Part 1 is a review of the White House series marking the anniversary of America’s freedom.
Mark Twain’s Advice on Growing Old
In a birthday speech, Twain spoke about habits, laughter, and the necessity of savoring peace.
A Huge Victory for Traditional Country Music
The Grammys added Best Traditional Country Album to its list of awards.
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Hold the Mayo: A Potato Salad Recipe That’s Perfect for Picnics
A successful potato salad depends on a few basic tenets—starting with the right potato.

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
The best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches have tender pork coated in bbq sauce and served on a bun with a crunchy, tangy pineapple slaw.

9 Simple Habits That Keep Your Home Clean
Taking just a few minutes a day to tidy up countertops, rooms, and sinks can make the difference between a messy home and a clean one.

Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets, and Keep Them Organized
Here are some step-by-step strategies for how to organize kitchen cabinets so they stay tidy for as long as possible.

Behold the Beauty: A Sublime Sunrise and a Tragedy
Victorian painter John Brett delighted in creating marine paintings, especially scenes of the Welsh coastline.

Frugal Laundry Tips That Will Save You a Fortune
These laundry hacks will elevate you to laundry genius in no time.

8 Steps to Build Wealth Fast When You Got a Late Start on Retirement
Late starters have advantages that younger savers don’t.

The Retirement Rule of $1 or More
If your income exceeds certain thresholds, you may be hit with Medicare premium increases known as IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount).

These 8 Recipes Will Help You Host a Stellar Summer Cookout
Consider having a cookout before the summer gets away.

Cheeseburger Rice Paper Spirals Offer Tasty Gluten-Free Option
Enjoy a good burger without having to worry about consuming gluten.
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This ‘Unbelievable’ Tomato Salad Will Be a Hit at Your Next Gathering
This salad is the perfect side to anything grilled and keeps well for transport, so it’s ideal for picnics.

Where Wind and Waves Call You Home: Memories of Lake Ontario
This Great Lake is one of nature’s quietest, most magnetic masterpieces.

The Top 10 Island Destinations for 2025, From Aruba to Sardinia
Depending on your goal for a getaway, there is an island that is right for you.

A Big Stick Discovered in Queensland Is Australia’s Heaviest Insect
Researchers have found a huge stick insect in a remote area of high-altitude rainforest. It weighs about the same as a golf ball.

How Bruce Lee Gave Martial Arts to the West, and Saw It Become a Blood Sport
Can martial arts ever be more than a weapon again?

The Secret to Ending Political Vitriol Is Found in Hallmark Movies
These predictable films look unrealistic, but their comforting formula is more culturally significant than it seems.

Basilica of St. Augustine: Splendor on Display in Florida
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a grand historic church in America’s oldest town.

‘A Man Called Ove’: How to Be Alone, Grumpy, and Still Loved
A sweet, slightly sentimental film of finding care and love in a Swedish neighborhood.

‘Clint: The Man and the Movies’: The Odyssey of a Hollywood Icon
Shawn Levy’s biography details Clint Eastwood’s on-screen output and off-screen eccentricities.

A Brief History of Horses in the American Military
For centuries, cavalry units have brought speed, power, and inspiration to the US Army—but those days seem to be ending.

The Transformative Power of Weekly Family Meetings
A simple weekly practice helped Jordan Langdon, once a burned-out mom, transform her marriage and family.

5 Children’s Books That Illustrate Classic Poems
Poetry helps kids develop emotional awareness, language skills, and a love for great literature. These classic books are a perfect place to start.

Why Parents Should Read Poetry to Their Children
In just a few short lines, poetry can help a child ask—and begin to answer—life’s biggest questions.

Is Sacrifice the Missing Link to Manhood?
At St. Andrew’s Academy, headmaster Ben Strong is teaching boys the virtues of wonder, responsibility, and giving.