NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: “Luna the pig and Cloud the dog have been inseparable ever since Luna was adopted. They live at a home in Atlanta, Georgia and love to play together in the…
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NYT: 54 Best Songs of 2017
By JON PARELES and JON CARAMANICA DEC. 6, 2017 The pop music critics of The New York Times share their picks for the best songs of the year. Continue reading the main story Photo Clockwise…
The 100 Best Places to Work in 2018 — and the Jobs They Have Open Right Now
By Paul Schrodt December 6, 2017 Facebook is the place to be, according to job website Glassdoor’s new list ranking the 100 best companies to work for in 2018. Technology is a recurring theme…
National Geographic: Hundreds of Pterosaur Eggs Found in Record-Breaking Fossil Haul
The well-preserved eggs illuminate how the winged reptiles bred—and how their babies may have behaved. By Michael Greshko PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 30, 2017 In a world first, paleontologists working in northwestern China have discovered a…
Why Barnes & Noble Wants Smaller Stores
By Phil Wahba FORTUNE MAGAZINE November 30, 2017 Barnes & Noble (BKS, -11.86%) is the latest retailer to discover that less is more sometimes. Coming off another awful quarter, the big-box retailers’s…
The Secret of Self-Motivation Speech – Do it!
This is an excellent motivational video about how to overcome stress, silence, and hesitation. A story about how a woman became motivated and changed her life.
BBC Documentary: Samuel Johnson the Dictionary Man
The history of the Dictionary of the English Language and the man who published it, Samuel Johnson. “Samuel Johnson, often referred to as Dr. Johnson, was an English writer who made lasting…
This Hairless Mexican Dog Has a Storied, Ancient Past
With a history going back more than 3,500 years, the xoloitzcuintli dog played a significant role in Precolumbian life. By Kristin Romey PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 22, 2017 To the ancient Aztec and Maya, man’s best friend was also…
Consumer Reports: Best Black Friday Smartphone Deals
The phone offers from Best Buy, Target, and Walmart are worth considering, but make sure you read the fine print By Bree Fowler Last updated: November 14, 2017 If you’re…
National Geographic: These Are the World’s Happiest Places
What do Denmark, Costa Rica, and Singapore have in common? Their people feel secure, have a sense of purpose, and enjoy lives that minimize stress and maximize joy. Here’s how they…
Time Magazine: Five of the Filthiest Places to Avoid on Airplanes
Julia Zorthian Aug 07, 2017 TIME Health For more, visit TIME Health. When it comes to flying, nothing about a close proximity to strangers and bathrooms for hours on end feels particularly…
Stunning Photos Show the Alaskan Refuge Under Threat
Opening up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for drilling has been a contentious debate for decades. See what’s at stake: Musk Oxen put up a defensive ring around their young. The Coastal…