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America has a gambling problem
In 2018, the Supreme Court struck down a federal ban on online sports betting. It led to a boon for the industry, but the human costs are dire.
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Three bold predictions for 2026
At the risk of being a casualty of the Cassandra Complex, here are my prophesies for our nation's 250 birthday
Jan 9
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How I lost my mojo
It was an unexpected aftereffect of my stroke. But I know how to get it back
Dec 14, 2025
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Voyager treks into history
Launched in 1977, the twin Voyager probes made history by unlocking the secrets of our solar system. And they're still going.
Nov 30, 2025
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Jim Geschke
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What's all the fighting about?
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Nov 20, 2025
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Jim Geschke
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The long, slow death of Late Night Talk
Aug 22, 2024
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The cautionary tale of David Austin Walsh
Jun 8, 2024
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The rise, fall and redemption of Roland Fryer
Mar 11, 2024
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Remembering Norah Vincent: "Walk like a man!"
Jan 24, 2024
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On turning 70
Celebrating seven decades on this very, very weird planet
Nov 5, 2025
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English is weird
Fractious spelling, baffling grammar rules and other lingual oddities make our native tongue the most difficult to learn.
Oct 23, 2025
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The vindication of Bari Weiss
After walking away from the New York Times, she built a media empire with The Free Press in three years. Now she has the top job at CBS News.
Oct 12, 2025
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Lethal Weapon
Smartphones and screentime have created a mental health crisis -- especially for kids -- and there is no cure is in sight.
Sep 28, 2025
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So where do we go now?
The assassination of Charlie Kirk was a "where were you" moment. What we do in the aftermath?
Sep 19, 2025
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Jim Geschke
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Through the Looking Glass
It's been a year since I had a stroke. I've recovered ... mostly. But it has robbed me of two things I love to do.
Sep 3, 2025
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Albert Einstein returns to Princeton
It's 2025. Einstein applies for a post with the school he made famous in the 30s and 40s. He's shocked at what happens next.
Aug 10, 2025
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