The 2026 Medicare Horizon: Projections for Health Care Costs
Rising health care costs are putting retirement savings to the test—can your plan keep up?
03-19-2026
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How to Use Your New Instant Pot—It’s Safe and Simple
Perhaps you bought an Instant Pot on a whim and now it has sat on the countertop for months and, truth be told, you don't have a clue what to ...
03-19-2026
Real Possum Found Hiding Among Toys in Australian Airport Shop
A native animal briefly made itself at home on a display shelf before staff safely removed it.
03-19-2026
Can I Deduct My Pet on My Taxes?
Your pet usually won’t lower your taxes—but in some cases, it just might.
03-19-2026
Why Is America Going Through a ‘Dating Recession’?
According to research, a primary cause of the dating slump is lack of self-confidence among young men and women.
03-19-2026
Dog Saliva Is Not Antiseptic
Decades ago, veterinary researchers tested dog saliva and found that it could kill some E. coli and Streptococcus canis bacteria, "but only slightly."
03-19-2026
Why You Should Know Your Neighbors: Why Casual Connections Matter for Mental Health
Psychologists describe casual connections as 'weak ties': relationships that are not deeply personal, yet powerfully reinforce a sense of belonging.
03-19-2026
Behold the Beauty: Remington’s West in ‘The Broncho Buster’
Frederic Remington’s first bronze sculpture cast the Old West into the hearts and minds of everyday Americans—and into those of its presidents.
03-19-2026
Tune in Today: Mysterious Measures From a French Master
What are the mysterious barricades alluded to in the tune's title?
03-19-2026
How to Plan Your Adventure on the ‘Redwood Highway’ in California
Five redwood parks on a breathtaking corridor are considered not only the best places to see the colossi in California but also in the world.
03-19-2026
‘Look Twice, Live Fully’: Staying Safe Without Living in Fear
Former intelligence officer Tim Beard suggests ways to keep safe in our everyday lives.
03-19-2026
Academy Awards 2026: Should We Even Care?
It’s up to returning host Conan O’Brien to salvage what will likely be the most divisive ceremony in Oscar history.
03-13-2026
Costco Credit Card Perks: When the Benefits Actually Make Sense for Households
The Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi can deliver strong rewards—especially for heavy gas and Costco shoppers.
03-17-2026
You’ll Want to Eat My Southern Pimento Cheese on Everything
What I love most about pimento cheese is that it’s a dip and a spread.
03-14-2026
How the World’s Best Cheese Is Crowned
Thousands of cheeses from around the world compete in Madison, Wisconsin, as expert judges taste, score, and debate to crown the 2026 World Champion Cheese.
03-13-2026
Functional Nutritionist Says Faith Is Key to Improving Health
Nutritionist Terri Ward shares her thoughts about why food and health care systems fall short and how we can improve health by following God’s design.
03-13-2026
Focaccia
The best Focaccia recipe has a golden and crispy exterior and is light and fluffy inside. It's the easiest recipe that any beginner can make!
03-13-2026
Circles of Genius: Math and Art Across 6 Centuries
In Western art, the circle evolved from a theological symbol to a perceptual experiment.
03-13-2026
Nathaniel Currier: Illustrating American News
In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet one half of the artistic team responsible for America’s iconic 19th-century print media.
03-14-2026
These Stuffed Chicken Breasts Prove It’s What’s on the Inside That Counts
Filling chicken breasts with spinach, two kinds of cheese, and garlic is a simple way to bring big flavor to the dinner table.
03-15-2026
Beyond Phishing: The New ‘Deepfake’ and QR Code Credit Card Scams of 2026
Easy-to-spot phishing scams are becoming less common as fraudsters up their game.
02-28-2026
Academy Awards 2026: Should We Even Care?
It’s up to returning host Conan O’Brien to salvage what will likely be the most divisive ceremony in Oscar history.
03-13-2026
Tune in Today: Bach’s Baby-Simple and Indispensable C-Major Prelude
The famed composer's most accessible piece continues to influence 20th-century Western music.
02-21-2026
The 4-ingredient Chocolate Treat So Good, I Always Have It on Hand
Date bark is the perfect little sweet treat to have on hand.
02-21-2026
‘The Swedish Connection’: How a WWII Lawyer Saved Thousands of Lives
An unassuming attorney gamed the legal system in order to rescue Scandinavian Jews.
02-23-2026
Mini Meatloaf Recipe
Easy Mini Meatloaf Muffins made with ground beef or ground turkey and topped with sauce. They cook quickly and are the perfect serving size.
03-6-2026
John Donne’s Brilliant Poem on Married Love
The English poet and cleric's 'A Valediction: Forbidden Mourning' speaks of love's transcendence over time and space.
03-12-2026
‘Chicken Cobbler’ Is So Tasty, You Could Eat It for Dinner Every Night
This is pretty much a dump-and-bake recipe.
02-22-2026
A ‘Lost’ Rembrandt Now Authenticated
After a 65-year hiatus, Rembrandt’s painting the ‘Vision of Zacharias in the Temple’ returns to his oeuvre.
03-6-2026
Gardens and Grandeur: Georgia’s Hills and Dales Estate
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit an Italian Renaissance villa-style estate in the Georgian Piedmont foothills.
02-20-2026
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Real Possum Found Hiding Among Toys in Australian Airport Shop
A native animal briefly made itself at home on a display shelf before staff safely removed it.
03-19-2026 
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for March 20–26
This week, we feature a guide to life by a long-lived entertainer and a history of a San Francisco hotel just steps from the water. Nonfiction ‘100 Rules for Living ...
03-19-2026 
Novelist Mark Helprin on Learning, Curiosity, and Revitalizing Education
'Do it the hard way.' Mark Helprin explains how to fix education—at home and in schools.
03-10-2026 
