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Antonello da Messina’s Blue Madonna
Amidst a long lineage of blue Madonnas, “Virgin Annunciate” has a magnetism that compels contemplation.
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.
5 Lessons I Learned From Traveling to the Remote Edges of the Earth
Penguins in Antarctica and matriarchs in the Gobi Desert can teach us surprising lessons about resilience, kindness, and perspective.
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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.

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.

Standing at the Edge of Eternity: How to Visit the Grand Canyon
From lightning storms to the whisper of the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon offers awe at every turn.

Grow Your Own Bouquets: How to Start a Cut Flower Garden
Don’t worry about plant size, balance, complementary colors, and the overall design—simply plant what you like. These smart techniques will help.

‘Audrey’s Children’: This Doctor Should be Nominated for Sainthood
While not a stellar biopic, “Audrey’s Children” is sure to inspire good deeds in medical profession aspirants and is definitely worth a watch for everyone.

Torres de Paine: One Beautiful Day in a Patagonian Paradise
Flamingos, aquamarine lagoons, and sky-high mountaintops are the norm in this very special corner of Chile’s Patagonia region.
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10 Things to Know Before You Move to Arizona
Arizona offers beautiful landscapes and plenty of opportunities, but moving here comes with its own set of challenges, from extreme heat to wildlife.

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.

Creamy, Crunchy, Spicy, Mild—the Many Personalities of Chickpeas
Chickpeas can be roasted and spiced, blended into hummus, and thrown into soups and salads.

Housecleaning Hacks From the Pros: Clever, Genius, and Just Plain Brilliant
These expert cleaning hacks will make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.

9 Types of Memories to Hold Closely
Memories, good or bad, can bring about appreciation for who we are now and inspire our future selves.

New Questions Emerge Around the Authenticity of the Shroud of Turin
Faith, fraud, and the fabric of mystery.

The Rewards of Acting Now on What Matters
Tomorrow is a concept where things we need to do but continually push forward are not likely to come to fruition. The time to act is now.

A Parallel Rise to Power: America and John Jacob Astor
In ‘This Week in History,’ on the heels of a historic natural disaster, John Astor navigated the course of America’s rise to become its first millionaire.

The Loves of Hector Berlioz
Love was the driving force behind the composer’s masterpiece ‘Symphonie Fantastique.’

‘Guilty Until Innocent’: A Good Legal Thriller
Author Robert Whitlow serves up justice in this new legal thriller.

First Things First: ‘Ordo Rerum’ and the Good Life
A comment from Vice President JD Vance serves as a reminder to order our priorities and responsibilities for a virtuous life.

Educating the Heart: Stories Can Inspire Virtue in Our Children
From “Anne of Green Gables” to “The Little House on the Prairie,” literature is a powerful tool for showing kids what it looks like to live a virtuous life.

Why Are More Young People Starting to Homestead?
For homesteaders, taking care of their own needs fills the void of fulfillment and connection left by consumerism.

Aristotle’s Curriculum: 4 Subjects That Build Character
According to one of history’s most well-known philosophers, young people need to be instructed in only four subjects to prepare them for a well-lived life.