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Chef Lidia Bastianich at work in the kitchen.

Chef Lidia Bastianich: Beyond Food

Celebrity chef Lidia Bastianich reflects on the relationship between food and America, and discusses her new PBS special, “Flavors That Define Us.”

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A mother and two children sitting in the grass.

More People Opting for End of Life Alternatives

Ten states permit end of life via Medical Aid in Dying. Why do patients request to end their lives early, and how do medical providers make sure they mean it?

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A woman walking on a beach with the sun setting behind her.

I’m a Solo Ager and I’ve Hired a Death Doula

Erica Manfred, diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, hired a death doula to help her navigate the complexities of dying.

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Walden Pond at sunset in Concord, Massachusetts.

Time of Reflection: Soul Searching and Simplicity

Voluntary simplicity is a “less is more” lifestyle focused on the values of personal growth and concern for others. It starts with some soul searching.

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Faro District, Portugal.

The Best Places in the World to Retire Now

Soaring U.S. inflation and a moderating pandemic in much of the world are leading more Americans to pull up stakes and retire abroad.

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