Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

In an exclusive interview with Tom Llamas, President Trump says he learned from Minneapolis that “maybe we could use a little bit of a softer touch. But you still have to be tough.” His comments come ...

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Winter is the best time to prune roses, but in our climate there’s no need for drastic cuts — trimming back one-third to one-half is enough. Photo courtesy Getty Images. Do you have a gardening ...

Lucy Lazarony is an experienced personal finance journalist and writer who got her start in 1998 writing about financial topics. She writes accessible and easy-to-understand articles about credit, ...

The new year is a time to set goals. But daily life often gets in the way of meeting our ambitions. NPR’s Life Kit podcast host Marielle Segarra give us some practical, daily life tips that can set us ...

Using the right iPhone 17 tips allows both the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air to reach their full potential, especially with the new upgrades introduced in iOS 19. Apple's updated system brings smarter ...

The IRS has released its guidance for the “no tax on tips” and “no tax on overtime” provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), for workers who can claim the deductions for the 2025 tax year ...

"The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg tore up a note co-host Sunny Hostin passed to her on Monday that asked her to clarify a statement she made earlier in the show, which she said was a joke, about ...

Proper vehicle maintenance can help you preserve your investment. Improper vehicle maintenance can cost you extra money and unnecessary aggravation. Here’s a little tip for the next time you’re low on ...