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Essential Retirement Downsizing Tips for Simpler Living

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Whether the motivation is retirement, a New Year’s resolution or simply a desire to live a simpler life, fewer seniors now downsize than in previous years. “Despite the misconceptions, downsizing is more ...

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Healthy Eating Habits: Expert Tips for National Nutrition Month 2025

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Spring is on the way, and now is a good time to start building healthy eating habits during National Nutrition Month in March. “What we eat may play a small role in ...

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Christian Workplace Engagement Reaches 55% in 2025: Study

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While only half of U.S. workers report being extremely satisfied with their jobs, Christian-led organizations are bucking the trend. Fifty-five percent feel engaged, according to new research from Best Christian Workplaces Institute. ...

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Daylight Saving Time Returns: Americans Set to Spring Forward This Weekend

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In a sure sign that spring is on the way, it’s time to set clocks forward this weekend. Daylight saving time officially begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, though most ...

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18 Money-Saving Grocery Shopping Tips to Beat Inflation in 2025

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With food prices rising and inflation remains concerning, families are seeking ways to reduce their grocery bills. Young Americans share money-saving strategies to help others cope with rising costs. Market research shows ...

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Winter Garden Planning: Budget-Friendly Tips for Spring Success

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Winter garden planning is the perfect way to beat the winter doldrums while preparing for spring success. Smart planning during these cold months helps ensure a budget-friendly and productive growing season ahead. ...

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Finding True Love

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Have you ever wondered if there is a method for finding true love? We had known each other professionally through her work as a State Representative, and in my work as an ...

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Valentine’s Day 2025: Consumers Cut Spending Despite Record $27.5B Market

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Although it’s impossible to put a price tag on love, some people try every Valentine’s Day. This year, although 73 percent of consumers plan to celebrate, 77 percent say they would rather ...

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Super Bowl 2025: Americans to Devour Record 1.47 Billion Chicken Wings

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The prediction is in for Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles: Americans are expected to consume 1.47 billion chicken wings during the game, according to the National ...

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National Marriage Week 2025: Virtual Seminars Offer Expert Marriage Education

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National Marriage Week, an annual celebration promoting the institution of marriage, is scheduled for February 7-14, which is Valentine’s Day. This year’s theme, Pursuing a Lasting Love, speaks to everyone’s core longing ...

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Trump Backs New Senate Push to End Dreaded Time Changes Forever

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A bipartisan group in the U.S. Senate, led by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), has reintroduced legislation to make daylight saving time permanent year-round. The proposal is opposed by a coalition of sleep ...

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Why 88% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail and How Habit Formation Can Help

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Many people started the new year determined to break old habits or establish new ones. Although the year is still young, they are discovering just how hard it can be to change ...

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Kansas, Missouri Top Nation in Pizza, Wing Stats

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The recent Kansas City region blizzard meant big business for pizza delivery services, coinciding with new data showing Kansas leads the nation in pizza consumption. According to Pizza Hut’s 2025 Pizza Trends ...

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Cruz Demands U.S. Airlines Resume Israel Flights, Questions Political Motives Behind Suspension

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Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) called for the immediate resumption of U.S. flights to Israel, suggesting that politics, rather than safety concerns, are behind certain airlines’ continued suspension of service. His comments come ...

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Great Awakenings! “Heartland to Holyland” tour of Israel

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Have you dreamed of walking where Jesus walked? Of standing where David stood? Of touching stones that witnessed miracles? That dream is closer than you think. This November, join fellow believers from ...

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Artist’s Monumental Sculptures Share Gospel Message Worldwide

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Max Greiner Jr., founder of the Coming King Foundation, continues to inspire people through his artwork. “God made me an artist,” he said. “Artists don’t really make themselves.” The foundation’s flagship project, ...

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Healthcare Costs Shape Americans’ Health Priorities in 2025

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Many Americans are making a healthier lifestyle a top priority for 2025. But as important as diet and exercise are, policies by the incoming administration and Congress also will have an impact ...

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Master Your Reading Goals: 5 Science-Backed Strategies for 2025

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Americans are reading fewer books than ever, with an average of just 12.6 books per year according to a 2022 Gallup poll. Seventeen percent of people reported reading no books at all ...

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Hill’s Pet Nutrition Launches $130,000 Welcome Home Initiative to Cover Pet Adoption Costs

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Adopting a pet is a common New Year‘s resolution for 2025. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, which is based in the Kansas City area, is helping making it easier to adopt. Its Welcome Home ...

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Mental Health Crisis: Study Shows Stark Political Divide in Diagnosis Rates

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A groundbreaking Pew Research study from 2020 is getting renewed attention with a greater focus on mental health and the recent political cycle. More than half of self-described young white liberal women ...

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Historic Wisdom: Franklin and Edwards Offer Timeless Guide to New Year’s Resolutions

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As millions prepare their 2025 resolutions, wisdom from two American founding fathers might hold the key to success. According to The Epoch Times, their centuries-old approaches to self-improvement remain surprisingly relevant today. ...

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Godly Mentors Transform Lives: Father’s 52-Week Program Shapes Character in Youth

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A Tennessee father’s innovative program to find godly mentors is transforming young lives through character development and life skills. Craig Thompson, a father of six, gave his son a gift that would ...

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Essential Year-End Financial Checklist for Retirees: Secure Your 2025

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Although people eventually retire from work, they never retire from financial and tax obligations. A year-end financial review can help things go smoother in 2025. “The Epoch Times” recommends several steps to ...

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Zondervan’s Jesus Bible Achieves Major Milestone with 500,000 Copies Sold

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The Jesus Bible from Zondervan, in both New International Version and English Standard Version editions, has sold more than 500,000 copies combined. Through a partnership with Passion Publishing, Zondervan first published the ...

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Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations Promise Early Bedtimes in Kansas City

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Not every New Year’s Eve celebration requires staying up until midnight and dealing with crowds of people. Several family-friendly events in the Kansas City area will allow everyone to have a good ...

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