thought
The Divine's humanism
By Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein

The real change one can believe in is ourselves

Profound thoughts; easy language from South Africa's Chief Rabbi

reality check
How Islamic State's defeat will happen --- and what becomes of the Middle East if it doesn't
By Caroline B. Glick

An alliance that can ensure that all members survive the Obama era

religion of piece
The American Jihadi Serial Killer No One's Talking About
By Michelle Malkin

For two bloody months, an armed jihadist serial killer ran loose across the country. At least four innocent men died this spring and summer as acts of "vengeance" on behalf of aggrieved Muslims, the self-confessed murderer has now proclaimed. Have you heard about this horror? Probably not.

personal growth
Are you fighting for success in life or drifting?
By Kim Giles

How we let fear stop us from living and how to break free

building better children
How early is too early for education?
By Lane Anderson

A decades-long study reveals some important conclusions that every parent must know

investing
Juice Up Your Cash Returns
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett

Think of cash as a financial asset that should be spread among six to eight investments

consumer intelligence
How to Cut Your Textbook Costs in Half --- or More
By Kathryn Moody

Don't fall into the trap of buying all your course materials new at the campus store

gezunt/ on health
Mayo Clinic Medical Edge: Melatonin for children or teens is tempting. Don't do it
By Brent Bauer, M.D.

What parents need to know about popular sleep aid

nutrition
Cut through the confusion about cholesterol
By Andrea N. Giancoli, M.P.H., R.D.

The debate continues over whether it's still necessary to restrict cholesterol-rich foods, such as eggs.

Examining the current science

ess, ess/ eat, eat!
The Kosher Gourmet
By Betty Rosbottom

BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA WITH BLUEBERRIES is a gloriously smooth -- and simple -- Italian dessert

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