Category: Featured
Photos of clothing stores we miss: Do you agree?
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Gone but not forgotten: Photos of clothing stores we miss The mall used to be a world unto itself. You could spend an entire Saturday inside …
Canceled game shows we wish would make a comeback
Written by: Rachel Schneider
Game Shows That Deserve a Comeback The game shows of today are clouded by special effects, colossal grand prizes that are often unattainable, and other unnecessary …
A NJ community shows what aging in America is really like
Written by: Megan O'Donnell
Aging in Montclair: Community, Connection, and What It Means to Grow Older Today As Montclair residents age, the question of how to stay connected, supported, and …
This day in history: Apollo 26 takes off to the moon
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On April 16, 1972, Apollo 16 was successfully launched on its 238,000-mile journey to the moon. This launch marked the start of Apollo 16, the fifth …
Your birth year’s top album (1956-1980)
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
Newborn notes Everyone loves the music they grew up with. But what about the years before you can remember? Explore the top Billboard albums from your …
Photos of VR, eReaders & other tech that was supposed to change our lives but didn’t
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
VRs, eReaders & other tech that were supposed to change our lives but didn’t Every generation gets a batch of technologies that arrive trailing enormous promises. …
The states with the highest (& lowest) senior care costs
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
The states with the highest (& lowest) senior care costs Planning for senior care is one of the most consequential financial decisions a family can make, …
How Chicago’s local media is responding to Trump admin ICE raids
Written by: Charles Sennott
Editor’s Note: This is part of a continuing series mapping the crisis in local news, navigating newspapers in distress, those finding a way to sustain and highlighting bright spots …
What does the new generation of autism tools look like?
Written by: Cheryl Tierney, MD, MPH
Emerging Diagnostic Technology: Objective Biomarkers and FDA-Cleared Tools While existing tools represent decades of clinical and research development, they share common limitations: nearly all rely on …
This day in history: The Titanic sinks
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On April 15, 1912, the world was shocked by one of the most famous tragedies in history. The RMS Titanic, known as the largest and most …
70s hits recorded in just one take
Written by: Alex Andonovska
One and done! Modern digital recording offers artists unparalleled precision, a stark contrast to the constraints of the 1950s and ’60s. Limited recording time and equipment …
Gone but not forgotten: Photos of childhood snacks we miss
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Gone but not forgotten: Photos of childhood snacks we miss There is a particular kind of grief that only hits in the snack aisle. You reach …
The $2,400 Social Security benefit most seniors never claim
Written by: Scott Grant
The Social Security benefit most seniors never claim Seniors are leaving up to $2,400 a year unclaimed due to hidden Social Security and Medicare programs. Don’t …
More photos of one-hit wonders only Boomers remember
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
More photos of one-hit wonders only Boomers remember Some of you wrote in asking for more one-hit wonders from the Boomer years, so here is a …
15 pro-backed tips to manage your money better
Written by: Karen Mcallister
Personal Finance Tips to Help You Manage Your Money Better Building the financial future you want starts with a single step. You have the power to …
This day in history: Katharine Hepburn & Barbra Streisand get first Oscar tie
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On April 14, 1969, during the 41st Oscars, the legendary Katharine Hepburn and the rising star Barbra Streisand both won the award for Best Actress. It …
11 essential live albums from the ’70s
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
Essential Live Albums From the ’70s The 1970s delivered a wave of live albums that transported listeners directly to the concert stage. In contrast to the …
Your April 13 AI horoscope: The cosmic vibe for the day is ‘get it together, babe’
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
Your daily AI horoscopes The planetary alignments on April 13, 2026, call for a disciplined integration of assertive energy and intuitive wisdom, according to Google Gemini. …
Electric vehicle deals & more good environmental news
Written by: Jordon Brown
This month’s good climate news Fighting for the planet isn’t easy. These wins prove it’s worth it. New crown for the monarch The monarch butterfly population in …
Take a brain break and guess the names of these 1985 songs with just one lyric
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Take a brain break and guess the names of these 1985 songs with just one lyric The year 1985 delivered unforgettable anthems from Madonna, Prince, and …
