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Protein important for brain health
Peas, lentils, lima beans and other proteins seem to be important in protecting your cognitive health. A study published in The American Journal of…
News from home: One easy way to get mosquitoes gone
The mosquito is probably the most reviled pest in the world, spreading disease and leaving itchy bites, but here is a cheap idea for getting them out of…
Keep kids reading with these summer challenges
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean a break from learning. Books are the perfect screen-free activity when it’s rainy or too hot to play outside, and with…
Protect your garden during a heat wave
In large parts of the U.S., late summer heat is no joke, and even the most heat-friendly garden crops like tomatoes and peppers can get cranky during a…
Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4
Though the Fourth of July is a beloved date for Americans, some people claim that it’s not the real date of our independence. The first motion for…
Three tests for liberty
In the age of social media, it seems as though everyone sees a tyrant seated at the head of the other table. But is there any test for tyranny? On July 4,…
One if by land, Two if by sea: the famous ride of Paul Revere
American Independence Day is officially celebrated on July 4, the day that the Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence in…
See American goldfinches by your own window
If you long to see a bright yellow and black goldfinch, getting one or more to visit your backyard feeder is not that difficult. All you need is a bag of…
Good advice for college freshmen, parents
School will start in a few weeks, but it’s not too late to help your college freshman avoid poor choices. Student development offices give this advice: *…