Behind the Scenes in James Dean’s Classic ‘Giant’
Edna Ferber didn’t want James Dean to play Jett Rink, the wild farm hand turned millionaire oil magnate from her 1952 novel Giant. ‘ She had envisioned someone bolder for the film adaptation. At least someone more famous! Dean was an angelic-faced 24-year-old engineer whose film debut (in the 1955 drama East of Eden) had […]
I’m an Italian cook – here are the telltale signs of quality pasta
An Italian chef has discovered the telltale signs of good quality pasta. Francesco Mattana said he gets the question all the time, and while he can’t share a brand, he can share what people should be looking for. The chef, who boasts more than 326,000 followers on TikTok, showed off two different penne pastas. “They […]
Baby’s adorable reaction to his new glasses attracts worldwide attention: ‘Hearts melt’
A video shared on social media of a baby reacting to his new glasses has sparked worldwide attention and received more than 100 million views on TikTok and Instagram. The baby’s mother, Stephanie Mazzone-Meyer, posted the video of 1-year-old Liam Frederick trying on his new glasses — and it was clear he liked what he […]
Exclusive | Wild NJ single’s first date suggestion sparks outrage: ‘I dodged a bullet’
It is a real journey! A Jersey girl has sparked a major dating debate. Zach, a 34-year-old software engineer from FiDi, made plans for a first date after meeting a woman from Jersey City on Hinge, but as soon as they scheduled the date, she asked, “How am I getting there? ?” “My initial reaction […]
December 2024 Horoscope: How to Survive Double Retrogrades and Holiday Trauma
Welcome to December, Star Seeds. The month begins with a powerful new moon in Sagittarius in the early hours of December. 1, (November 30 for those on the West Coast.) Under these dark skies and the influence of Sagittarius, we’re reminded that the unknown is the last horizon of hope, and that curiosity—a better bet […]
Dear Abby: My parents raised my daughter and spoiled her rotten – now they want her to come live with me
Dear ABBY: I am the mother of a 16-year-old daughter, “Leia”. She has lived with my parents since she was 10 years old because that is what she and my people wanted at the time. I didn’t want it to, but I let it happen because I had health problems. Leia chose to stay there […]
Fed Rate Hikes 2026: 5-Step Financial Impact Analysis
Understanding the potential impact of the Federal Reserve's 2026 interest rate hikes is crucial for proactive financial planning, affecting everything from loan costs to investment returns and economic stability.
The 2026 Shift: Federal Policies & K-12 Funding Impact
New federal education policies slated for 2026 are expected to significantly alter K-12 funding, potentially increasing allocations by 15% and reshaping educational landscapes nationwide.
U.S. Economic Outlook 2026: 3% GDP Growth and Inflation Challenges
In 2026, the U.S. economy anticipates a 3% GDP growth rate, navigating persistent inflation challenges amidst evolving global and domestic economic landscapes.
Foreign aid spending: uncovering its impact and relevance
Foreign aid spending significantly shapes global relations, influencing economies and development. Explore its effects and importance today.
Optimizing Your PTO in 2025: Maximize Benefit Utilization
Strategically optimizing your paid time off (PTO) in 2025 is crucial for maximizing personal well-being and professional productivity, ensuring you fully leverage this valuable employee benefit.