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Sunday Edition • March 15, 2026 SUPPORTED BY The 98th Academy Awards are tonight, and several nominated films are book adaptations, like Train Dreams and Hamnet. But according to Smithsonian magazine’s Michelle Mehrtens, even some of those that aren’t may be best enjoyed alongside written material. The arts and culture correspondent put together a list of 10 books that complement this year’s Oscar-nominated movies. Click here for a refresh on all the nominees ahead of the show, airing live at…Read more
- Aging ≠ decline
Daily Edition • March 10, 2026 SUPPORTED BY It’s breeding season for Gentoo penguins at Edinburgh Zoo, marked by the practice of “pebbling” — when the penguins bring pebbles to potential mates as gifts. This sweet practice is made even sweeter at the Scottish zoo because the pebbles were painted by patients at a local children’s hospital, who get to see their works of art being passed around thanks to a livestream. Watch the pebbling in action. Must Reads Tax tips to keep in mind with April...
- In Death Valley, wildflowers come alive
Daily Edition • March 9, 2026 SUPPORTED BY There’s a new challenge making the rounds on social media, and just reading about it is sure to make your face pucker up. In honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month, some celebs are participating in the #BiteTheLemonChallenge, which, as you may have guessed, involves chomping into a sour lemon. “Biting into a lemon wedge is uncomfortable. Sharp. Unexpected. It makes your face scrunch, your body react, and your nerves light up instantly. That jolt is...
- New license plate designs for 2026
Sunday Edition • March 8, 2026 SUPPORTED BY Once upon a time, reading was one of the most popular ways to unwind and enjoy oneself. Unfortunately, though, rates of daily reading in the U.S. have been declining every year for the past two decades — a finding that unsurprisingly correlates with the rising ubiquity of digital devices. And while signs point to the pastime gaining traction with young people again, many erstwhile bookworms still find themselves reading less and scrolling more. If...