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Istanbul mosque at sunset, by Jeremyreds. Experiencing Islam in a secular Muslim nation such as Turkey offers a glimpse of the beauty of Islamic traditions. Travel writer and guide Rick Steves takes us to Istanbul.
Rick Steves

The Beauty of Islamic Traditions in Turkey

A visit to Istanbul during Ramadan

By Rick Steves | January 24, 2023
A scene from the original New York production of Grease, Adrienne Barbeau in center - provided by book publisher. Did you know that the popular 1978 musical “Grease” was preceded by a Chicago musical theater production? Adrienne Barbeau, who played Rizzo in “Grease” in this premiere production, co-edited a book that goes behind the scenes of this early phenom.
Nick Thomas

Adrienne Barbeau and the Original ‘Grease’

She was Rizzo before Stockard Channing was

By Nick Thomas | January 23, 2023
Woman looking at a tablet, perhaps doing a puzzle, like the Boggle or Jumble
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Boggle: Hidden East Asian Countries

How many words can YOU find?

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | January 23, 2023
mean cat, by Acesarek. A senior with an aggressive cat needs help taming the beast. "My Pet World" weighs in as well as how to correct a dog who nips playfully.
Cathy M Rosenthal

Taming an Aggressive Cat

And how to best correct a dog who nips playfully

By Cathy M. Rosenthal | January 18, 2023
The towering Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima sits at the head of a vast esplanade. At the top of the steps, a covered open-air altar, cathedra (bishop's chair), and pulpit stand ready to conduct Mass to the thousands of pilgrims who come to celebrate the Virgin of Fatima on the 13th day of each month from May through October. In this humble town, Mary appeared to 3 children then to a crowd of thousands. Rick Steves offers insights for visiting Fatima in Portugal.
Rick Steves

The Faithful Flock to Fátima, Portugal

Where thousands saw an apparition in 2017, and more make the pilgrimage today

January 17, 2023
grandparents and grandkids laughing, gathered around a laptop, possibly working a puzzle like Jumble together. Wavebreakmedia Ltd Dreamstime
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Frog Joke and Poker Players

The scrambled word game for kids and adults

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | January 17, 2023
sad yellow cat. image by Addingwater. When an ill cat refuses to take his meds, is it OK? Pet advisor Cathy Rosenthal looks at quality of life for pets and the quality of death.
Cathy M Rosenthal

Quality of Life and Death for Pets

A cat refuses his meds, a vet shows no empathy, and Top 10 pet names

By Cathy M. Rosenthal | January 10, 2023
A sunset stroll along the Seine River is one of Paris' most romantic experiences. On a stroll along the Seine River, stirring sensuality and creativity in the shadows of great landmarks, Rick Steves shares love in Paris.
Rick Steves

Sharing Love in – and for – Paris

A double date with the romantic French city

By Rick Steves | January 10, 2023
Billy Mumy and Jonathan Harris in "Lost in Space." “Danger, Will Robinson: The Full Mumy” – actor Billy Mumy has written a memoir on his life and career and the filming of “Lost in Space.”
Books

‘Danger, Will Robinson’: A Memoir

Bill Mumy, more than ‘Lost in Space’

By Nick Thomas | January 9, 2023
woman using tablet for puzzle. Image by Candybox Images. Exercise your mind with one of America’s favorite puzzles. Fun, stimulating, and picked for baby boomers.
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

A Fruity Boggle Puzzle

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | January 9, 2023

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