Where nearly a century ago, families huddled by the radio to listen to news and entertainment, and a couple of generations ago they sat around the TV, another big shift is in the making as millions discover podcasts. If you’re not sure what a podcast is, it’s just like talk radio, with episodes streamed […]
Fitness and exercise fads come and go but one that’s continued to remain popular in the US and beyond is Pilates (pronounced puh-laa-teez), with more than 11 million people practicing the discipline around the world. Its appeal is in part due to the fact it’s truly for everyone, no matter your age or fitness […]
Researching your roots used to be a quirky hobby your great-uncle did in his retirement. Then in 1976, author Alex Haley wrote Roots, the story of his family from slavery to the present day. It spawned an epic miniseries and inspired a global genealogy phenomenon that is today the second most popular hobby behind gardening, […]
Amid the turmoil and tragedy of COVID-19, many Americans found solace in simpler things — long walks, mindfulness and meditation, and…. gardening. Growing veggies at home isn’t just a great stress reliever, it’s been a great way to save money as produce prices rose in uncertain times. Sun, soil, water, and attention Not surprisingly, you’ll […]
