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These Vets Make House Calls for Killer Whales
With drones and infrared cameras, intrepid veterinarians are monitoring the health of wild orcas in the Pacific Northwest.
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Barbie, the Titan submersible and everything else we Googled in 2023
The Israel-Gaza war, the Titan submersible, Damar Hamlin, Matthew Perry, Barbie, the Kevin James meme and the Roman Empire were among 2023’s trending Google searches.
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6 bean dip recipes, including cheesy, spicy and sweet
Bean dips are great for snacking and casual entertaining. These recipes use legumes of all types that will suit a range of tastes.
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A 3-year-old unwrapped Christmas presents at 3 a.m. His parents covered for Santa.
Katie and Scott Reintgen had to race to save Christmas morning after their 3-year-old middle child unwrapped all of the family’s gifts in the middle of the night.
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This chickpea and chorizo soup is a thrifty, warming supper
This chickpea, chorizo and spinach soup is just the thing if you want an unfussy, warming supper.
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Laphonza Butler Just Got to the Senate, but She’s Not Planning to Stay Long
The junior senator from California, appointed to serve out the term of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, discussed adapting to the slow pace of the Senate and her goals before leaving office in a year.
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The Covenant Parents Aren’t Going to Keep Quiet on Guns
A group of parents reeling from a mass shooting at their children’s private Christian school believed no one was in a better position to persuade the G.O.P. to enact limited gun control.
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8 Ways to Make Your Relationship Last Forever
It’s no secret that relationships can be tough. There are the fights, the arguments, and the silent treatments. But despite all of that, you know that you’re with the person you’re meant to be with. You love each other, and you want your relationship to last forever. Here are eight ways to make your relationship…
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How to store holiday decorations like a professional organizer
Before packing away your garlands and Christmas ornaments, consider these expert strategies for organzing holiday decorations. You’ll thank yourself next year.
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Did anything good happen in 2023? Actually, yes!
Good news from 2023 included stories of humanity and action to protect the planet, and progress against deadly or debilitating diseases.