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Stress Ushers in Harm Through Microbiome

In this series, we’ll share how the latest developments in this medical frontier are transforming our approaches to illness and offering new strategies to heal and prevent disease. Previously: Treating gut-related problems through testing and diet A widely cited statistic that appears in several studies says that stress-related complaints are linked to 75 percent to 90 percent…


Andrew J. Russell: The Great Railroad Photographer

Andrew J. Russell (1829–1902) grew up in the northeast pursuing the life of an artist. As he progressed artistically, he received numerous commissions from political and railroad figures to paint portraits, along with landscapes. He slowly moved into photography by using photos as references for his paintings instead of creating sketches. His move toward photography…


S’more Pie, Please!

By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette S’mores have been a much-loved summer treat ever since the official recipe for the sweet but simple combination first appeared in a 1927 Girl Scout guidebook, “Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts.” They’re often a hot, sticky mess, but roasted marshmallows just go so incredibly well with chocolate…


Mushroom Chili Is a Quick, Smokey Veggie Dinner

By Linda Gassenheimer From Tribune News Service Savor this light, “meaty” mushroom chili made without any meat. It’s a quick vegetarian dinner. I added smoked paprika to mushrooms, pinto beans and crushed tomatoes to create a smokey flavor. For easy preparation, buy sliced mushrooms; any type will do. This chili keeps well. You can double…


5 Tips From Travel Experts Before Booking That Expensive Summer Vacation

By Alexandra Skores From The Dallas Morning News Three years out of the pandemic, when travel was disrupted from global shutdowns and restrictions, Dallas-Fort Worth travelers are looking to get out this summer. According to travel destination site Hopper, nationwide, domestic airfare is averaging around $306 per ticket, down 19 percent from last year and…


Central Florida Ranch Voted Top Glamping Destination Nationwide

By Patrick Connolly From South Florida Sun Sentinel A Central Florida ranch has been voted as the top destination for glamping nationwide, according to USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Westgate River Ranch Resort, located about 90 minutes south of Orlando, was chosen by voters as No. 1 on a list of the Top 10…


Make Your Own Highly Effective Cleaning Products for Pennies to Save Dollars

The next time you need cleaning supplies, take a trip to your pantry, not the store. You already have the ordinary basic household items required to mix up every type of cleaner you need to keep the place sparkling clean and germ-free. Recipes? You need recipes? Well, this must be your lucky day, because I’ve…


Protect Yourself Against Against Credit Card Fees

By Lisa Gerstner From Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Failing to pay your credit card bill on time can result in a hefty fee. The amount varies by card, but under federal rules, issuers can currently charge up to $30 for the first late payment and up to $41 for subsequent late payments within six months. The…


The Opera Lakmé’s ‘Flower Duet’: A Timeless Classic

With its beautiful harmonies and melody, the “Flower Duet,” for soprano and mezzo-soprano, has become one of the most famous duets in the operatic repertoire. Some listeners might wonder what this piece is really about, and what makes it a timeless classic. An Exotic Setting While often performed as a standalone concert piece today, the…


Paint Vinyl Siding

You can make a house with old, weather-beaten vinyl siding stop traffic with a new coat of a good-quality, acrylic latex exterior paint. We like water-based acrylic exterior paint because it goes on easily and has leveling properties, so it adheres to both smooth and textured surfaces. And the paint is flexible, so it withstands…