Shyrone and Rebecca Richardson are challenging the idea that a successful marriage happens by chance. After more than three decades together—and a courtship that lasted just three weeks before they married—the pastoral marriage counselors are sharing the lessons they say have helped them build a lasting relationship. Their new book, Winning Together: 8 Keys to…
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Award-winning author, filmmaker and storyteller Luz Maria Mack is bringing a new perspective to literary conversations with the launch of The Missing Book Podcast, a series exploring the people, experiences and cultural influences behind the books that shape communities. Launched July 1, 2026, the podcast is available on Spotify, Pandora, Castbox, Podbean, Podcast Addict, Pocket…
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HEAL & RISE 2026 is expanding its reach this fall, bringing together communities in New York City, Canada, and Trinidad and Tobago for a first-of-its-kind tri-country convening focused on youth and women’s mental health. Presented by Beyond The Call 24 7, the international healing movement will take place Thursday, September 24, at TD Bank’s U.S.…
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In the years since George Floyd’s murder, Minneapolis has become a national symbol in the ongoing debate over policing, racial justice and the gap between America’s ideals and the realities experienced by Black Americans. In his new book, The Cruelty of Nice Folks: Why Minneapolis Is the Story of America, journalist Justin Ellis takes a…
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Shyrone and Rebecca Richardson are offering couples a candid look at what it takes to build a lasting marriage in an era when social media can make relationships appear far more perfect than they are. The pastoral marriage counselors have been married for more than 33 years, but their relationship began with a whirlwind courtship.…
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The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts and the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize are bringing theater and civic engagement together with a new national initiative examining one of the most consequential questions facing the United States: What is the current state of American democracy? Women+ on the Edge of Democracy will commission 36 acclaimed women+…
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Private aviation is having a strong summer, but the way affluent travelers are using private jets appears to be changing. Instead of treating private flying primarily as a luxury status symbol, a growing number of travelers are approaching it as a practical investment in time, flexibility and convenience. Jet Linx, a private aviation company with…
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As optimism among small business owners begins to rebound, companies may be feeling more confident about the months ahead. But business growth consultant Jonathan Slain argues that rising confidence can create its own risks when leaders mistake a positive outlook for preparation. “Confidence is not a strategy,” Slain says, warning that companies can become vulnerable…
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Tony Award winner and legendary R&B vocalist Melba Moore is reminding listeners of the enduring power of love with her new single, “Love Wins Every Time.” Now available on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and Amazon Music, the song delivers a message of hope and resilience while showcasing Moore’s distinctive voice and…
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Summer travel can mean long hours behind the wheel, cramped airplane seats, heavy luggage and unfamiliar hotel beds — a combination that can leave even healthy travelers dealing with back and neck pain. Whether you’re taking a cross-country road trip or flying to a summer getaway, a few simple precautions can help prevent travel-related aches…
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