Ex Libris: Mark Twain

Ex Libris: Mark Twain

In this latest installment of our ‘Ex Libris’ series, we find some surprises in the books that most influenced one of America’s greatest novelists.
‘Caspar David Friedrich: The Soul of Nature’ at The Met

‘Caspar David Friedrich: The Soul of Nature’ at The Met

Caspar David Friedrich’s paintings encapsulate the sublime with themes of solitude, mystery, and spirituality.
Childhood Success Starts With These 4 Basics

Childhood Success Starts With These 4 Basics

Kids benefit from having a supportive family more than they do from special resources.

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Arizona Governor Announces ‘Operation Desert Guardian’ to Fill Gaps in Border Security

The joint task force will seek to identify and resolve vulnerabilities at the state’s southern border to combat illegal drug and human trafficking.
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Trump Backs Temporary Spending Bill Ahead of Funding Deadline

Trump’s call for a continuing resolution comes as the GOP looks to pass Trump’s agenda with a bill through a process called reconciliation.
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How the War in Ukraine Unfolded and How It Might End

Key moments over the past 11 years have shaped Ukraine’s fate, while a cease-fire framework begins to take shape.
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Pope Francis Suffers Respiratory Crisis Amid Pneumonia Battle, Vatican Says

The Vatican reported that Pope Francis experienced a sudden respiratory decline on Friday, requiring urgent medical intervention and non-invasive ventilation.
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CCP–Cook Islands Deal Raises Concerns for New Zealand, US, Australia

The deal with the small South Pacific nation is another marker on the board in the Pacific for China, causing concerns abroad and prompting protests at home.
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Zelenskyy Breaks Silence After Fiery White House Meeting With Trump

The Ukrainian president thanked the Trump administration and the American people for their support, in his first remarks since a tense White House meeting.
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CDC Investigating Hospitalizations of 5 People Who Received Vaccine for Rare Chikungunya Virus

The FDA’s information on the vaccine says that ‘vaccination with IXCHIQ may cause severe or prolonged chikungunya-like adverse reactions.’
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Microsoft Shutting Down Skype After 2 Decades

Microsoft will end Skype in May, offering “Teams” as the new hub for global connectivity.
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The Brain-Body Handshake: 5 Exercises for Increased Coordination

Without healthy coordination you may be at risk of falls. These exercises can help increase your strength and coordination, keeping you upright during tasks.
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IRS Warns Taxpayers to Watch Out for Common Scams Ahead of Deadline

‘Scammers are relentless, and they use the guise of tax season to try tricking taxpayers into falling into a variety of traps,’ the IRS said.
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Education Department Opens ‘End DEI’ Whistleblower Portal

The public submissions could serve as the basis for civil rights investigations into schools or school districts.
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‘Last Breath’: Diving Thriller Will Take Your Breath Away

The highly engrossing ‘Last Breath’ features the cool-headed, ‘right stuff’ of Navy pilots and any crew of men who nonchalantly do dangerous jobs for a living.
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Health - The Epoch Times
Bright - The Epoch Times

Ask Angi: What Do I Need to Know About Asbestos?

Ask Angi: What Do I Need to Know About Asbestos?

Designer Eric Javits Reveals How Melania Trump’s Viral Inauguration Hat Came to Be

Designer Eric Javits Reveals How Melania Trump’s Viral Inauguration Hat Came to Be

Gene Hackman: An Appreciation

Gene Hackman: An Appreciation

‘You Are Not Alone’: Navigating Children’s Mental Health

‘You Are Not Alone’: Navigating Children’s Mental Health

Ask Angi: What Do I Need to Know About Asbestos?

Ask Angi: What Do I Need to Know About Asbestos?

Designer Eric Javits Reveals How Melania Trump’s Viral Inauguration Hat Came to Be

Designer Eric Javits Reveals How Melania Trump’s Viral Inauguration Hat Came to Be

Gene Hackman: An Appreciation

Gene Hackman: An Appreciation

‘You Are Not Alone’: Navigating Children’s Mental Health

‘You Are Not Alone’: Navigating Children’s Mental Health
The Surprising Benefits of Walking

The Surprising Benefits of Walking

According to studies, regular walking can reduce depression and sadness and improve immune function.
9 Unique Places to Get Married in Las Vegas

9 Unique Places to Get Married in Las Vegas

If you are looking for an unconventional wedding, there’s no better place than Vegas.
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