Tag: Life & Tradition

Wildlife Photographer Snaps Black Leopard After 2 Years Tracking—And the Photos Are Electric

A wildlife photographer from India snapped these images of a rare black panther as it slept in a tall tree. Bhargava Srivari from Hyderabad had been tracking the large black feline for two years before he finally caught sight of it in Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. The 29-year-old said that, in his some 20 years of…


Firefighter Photographed Reading Storybook to Little Girl at Scene of Accident, Goes Viral

In a moment of trauma, a calm voice can be as invaluable as any medical care first responders can provide at the scene of an accident. In Billings, Montana, one firefighter on Sept. 29 encountered a little girl at the scene of a motor vehicle collision near the intersection of Broadwater Avenue and Second Street;…


7 Points to Examine When Replacing a Home Component

Dear Monty: I will be selling my house within the next four to five years. The compressor on my A/C went out. Should I repair or replace the whole unit? The current unit is a little over 12 years old, and the compressor repair will be under warranty for one year. Prices: $2,000 to repair,…


Discover the Flora and Fauna of Joshua Tree National Park

Ordinarily we would have driven through the desert landscape as fast as possible to leave the dryness, extreme heat, sand, cacti, and rattlesnakes behind us. But our son, Tom, who loves the desert, wanted to introduce us to Joshua Tree National Park, one of his favorite places to hike. We had seen pictures, but we…


Book Review: ‘A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II’

A British biographer and journalist, Sonia Purnell poured through documents in England and the United States for more than three years as well as conducting countless interviews to write the book “A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II.” A credit to her craft, Purnell…


Two Nations, One Natural Wonder: Victoria Falls

The night has turned black, and the cascades are loud, the tumble, rumble, and crash drowning out all the other nocturnal sounds of the usually lively African forest. Navigating down a winding path illuminated only by the flashlight in my hand, the cacophony intensifies as I approach the edge. Part of a small tour group,…


The Divine Light of Truth: ‘Baruch Writing Jeremiah’s Prophecies’

Throughout history, there have been times when people recognize that everything is falling apart, and it seems like civilization is crumbling around them. People begin to organize into groups and attack those not in their circle; it becomes difficult to discern the truth when people focus on attacking those who think differently.  The truth, however,…


Popcorn and Inspiration: ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’: Elderly Brits Gain New Lease on Life in India, Hilariously

We’ve probably all heard words to the effect that if you retire without a good hobby, then life loses meaning pretty quickly and you’ll die soon.


Old West Meets Modern Chic in Scottsdale, Arizona

Bejeweled women dressed in the latest fashions stroll into Gucci, Neiman Marcus, and Tiffany, intent on adding to their wardrobes and adornments. My wife, Fyllis, is learning to rope cattle and clean horses’ hooves. The first impression we had during our visit to Scottsdale, Arizona, was the diversity of attractions—even when it comes to shopping….


Mom Turned Alcoholic in Wake of Brother’s Death Says, ‘My Daughter Watched Me Get Sober’

Losing her brother to suicide sent a new mother to seek solace in alcohol, a habit that slowly spiraled out of control. Her rock-bottom moment occurred in a doctor’s office when she was diagnosed with pancreatitis. Today, 30-year-old mom-of-two Nicole Marso, of Denver, Colorado, is fighting to stay sober for her health, her kids, and…