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[PREMIERE AT 09:30AM ET] What Changes Happen in a Brain That Is Faithful, Spiritual, Mindful?

“If this area [of the brain] starts to quiet down, then we would expect to see a person … losing their distinctive sense of self, they would feel a sense of connectedness, a sense of oneness.” American neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg explains how the brain changes when a person enters spiritual states of being. “And…


[PREMIERE NOW] What Changes Happen in a Brain That Is Faithful, Spiritual, Mindful?

“If this area [of the brain] starts to quiet down, then we would expect to see a person … losing their distinctive sense of self, they would feel a sense of connectedness, a sense of oneness.” American neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg explains how the brain changes when a person enters spiritual states of being. “And…


Jan Six at Home: Amsterdam’s House of Six Collection

In the city of Amsterdam, Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669) continues to reign as its artistic sovereign. Many of his masterpieces hold court at the Rijksmuseum, the Dutch State Museum that contains the world’s largest collection of Rembrandt paintings, offering a characteristic and wide-ranging overview of his works. The city is also home to the Rembrandt…


Passenger Gets Entire Plane to Himself After an 18-Hour Delay and Befriends the Flight Crew

When all passengers but one cut their losses after their flight was delayed by 18 hours, one man found himself on the plane alone with a disgruntled flight crew. But by bonding over their odd situation, the group had fun and the footage he took on the flight went viral. Phil Stringer had to get…


At First Glance, She Looks Like a Child With SilkyLong Hair, but Wait Until She Turns Her Head

A cocker spaniel with a magnificent mane and her luscious-locked brother have become social media famous for their hair that resembles human tresses. Golden show cocker spaniels Hugo and Hattie live with their owner, 27-year-old Beth Morris, in the northeastern part of the United Kingdom. Six-year-old adopted pup, Hugo, has a golden coat with blonde…


Fall Gardens and Tomato Anthracnose

Q: I think I remember you writing one time that a fall garden would be easier to take care of and that it should be planted in the middle of the summer. Am I right? What should I plant? A: You are right. Planting a fall vegetable garden is a good idea, and now is…


Woman Skips Work, Crosses States Seeking $25,000 Bounty, Ends Utah Treasure Hunt After 51 Days

The box of treasure stowed by two Utah men lay covered in forest debris along the trail. With cryptic poetry written on a parchment-textured background hinting at the spot, all was in place for a real live treasure hunt. And the prize was open to all. After over seven weeks, a participant in Utah Treasure…


8 Common Causes of Household Leaks (And How to Prevent Them)

Running water and sanitary sewer systems are key household advancements that have improved quality of life. However, if a problem occurs with pipes, drain lines, plumbing fixtures, or any water-using appliance, leaks can develop, leading to significant household damage, including rot, mold growth, wall and ceiling discoloration, sagging floors and ceilings, peeling paint, increased water…


Benefits for Spouses

I think I get more questions about benefits for spouses than I do about any other kind of Social Security benefit. And even though I’m using the gender-neutral term, “spouses,” these questions almost always come from women wondering what benefits they might be due on their husband’s—or ex-husband’s—Social Security record. Or they come from men…


A Guide to Storing Apples at Home Fresh and Delicious

Apples are a versatile fruit that are as nutritious as they are delicious. In season, apples are among the cheapest option in the produce department. The smart move is to load up to enjoy them for weeks or even months, and until next peak season. How and where can we store apples to extend the…