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By electing Pope Leo, some see Vatican making very American political play
RNS · Jack Jenkins
“There’s a signal here that the church is taking a side in what’s happening around the globe.”
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Supreme Court Justice David Souter, Republican who became liberal darling
Associated Press · Mark Sherman
Appointed by President George H.W. Bush, he was a reliably liberal vote on abortion, church-state relations and freedom of expression.
Bill Gates explains why he’s giving away virtually all of his wealth by 2045
CBS News · Tony Dokoupil, Jennifer Earl
Gates said his net worth, which is currently $108 billion, will drop 99% over the next two decades.
Why going to Disney’s Abu Dhabi park may be cheaper than visiting Orlando
MarketWatch · Charles Passy
Disney’s parks outside the U.S. are often a bargain compared with its American ones.
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How to recession-proof your grocery budget: Do’s and don’ts
NerdWallet · Amanda Barroso
Food costs are predicted to rise 3.2% in 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
How a student’s phone call averted a skyscraper collapse
openculture.com · Colin Marshall
The tale of the Citicorp Center in Manhattan.
Barbra Streisand’s houses have always been as fabulous as the singer herself
Architectural Digest · Katie Schultz
The superstar has a passion for interior design — and creating homes that reflect her larger-than-life personality.
The 10 worst airports in the U.S.
Frommers · Zac Thompson
Among wealthy nations, the U.S. has some of the worst airports by almost any measure.
The King’s Coronation state portrait is a right royal mess
AOL · Alastair Sooke
Overall, he comes across as diffident, and does not command his stage.
Mother’s Day memories: 5 writers remember tender moments with mom
csmonitor.com · Contributing writers
From tucking sweet notes in lunch boxes to offering patient counsel during tough times, mothers and mother figures play a deeply foundational role.
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