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Family celebrates 5 generations of women for second time in its history: ‘Quite remarkable’

One family is all about girl power. The Jones family of the U.K. has decades’ worth of women all within the same family tree — and they’re now celebrating the birth of another baby girl. Teya Jones was born in Shrewsbury, England, in April 2024, making her the fifth generation girl in the Jones clan, as SWNS, the British news …

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Why the faithful are under attack today and how to stay strong in God's love: 'Will never leave you'

The new book “Light For Today: 365 Daily Devotions from the Lighthouse” was a labor of love — to see God in the everyday challenges of life and to reconcile the inner pains and normal stresses with the God who said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” It was a natural postlude to my first book, “Lighthouse Faith: …

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Christians need to rely on grace offered by Jesus' resurrection, says South Carolina priest

“I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). This verse comes from the Gospel of John, one of the four gospel narratives in the New Testament. While the exact authorship of this gospel is unknown, it is most commonly …

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Texas flight attendant reveals best travel tips for stress-free summer flights

A flight attendant based in Dallas, Texas, is revealing her favorite travel hacks as summer trips near for Americans all over the country. Bernice Padilla, 29, has been in the industry for six years and traveled to 44 different countries, she said. Over the years, she’s collected and created her own travel insights to make getting to and from vacation …

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College graduation season: 3 tips for parents to dodge expensive hotel rates

If you think getting tickets to a Taylor Swift concert or the World Series is tough, try booking a hotel room in an American college town for Graduation Day. Toni Milbourne faced this before her daughter’s graduation from West Virginia University in May. Hotel room rates in Morgantown doubled before the local event. In a nearby town, prices more than …

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Maid of honor responsibilities you might be given as part of a bridal party

You’ve been asked to be a maid of honor at someone’s wedding, and you might be wondering what exactly you’re expected to do now. Every bride is going to handle wedding-related responsibilities differently, but generally, the bride-to-be does rely heavily on their maid of honor for support and to assist with the planning and day of wedding events. As a …

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2024 Earth Day: 12 eco-friendly ways to celebrate the planet and soak in all its glory

Earth Day happens every year on April 22. There are many ways that you can celebrate the occasion with activities that both honor and protect the planet. Below are a handful of ways you and the whole family can mark the annual occasion and also, continue appreciating planet Earth throughout the year. 5 QUICK EARTH DAY FACTS YOU MIGHT NOT …

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On this day in history, April 22, 1970, first Earth Day is celebrated: 'Rare political alignment'

On this day in history, April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day was celebrated — ushering in a host of new environmental legislation. The idea for the observation “Earth Day” originated with Sen. Gaylord Nelson, a Democrat from Wisconsin, who had “long been concerned about the deteriorating environment in the United States,” says EarthDay.org. “Inspired by the student anti-war movement, …

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Mother's Day pampering for beloved moms: Here are 5 luxurious spa gifts that cost less than they look

Mother’s Day is the once-yearly opportunity to show moms that they deserve some pampering and self-care. It’s the perfect occasion to show gratitude and appreciation — and pamper her for all she does for her family and loved ones. From gifts of luxurious silk pillowcases to essential oils, there are numerous ways to show her she’s cherished on this special …

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5 quick Earth Day facts you might not know

Earth Day is one of the most popular and widespread nonreligious holidays in the world. Although the event was primarily based in the United States, by 2009 the coordinators for Earth Day helped gain recognition from the United Nations. Earth Day has played a key role in passing essential laws that protect wildlife and the environment, such as the Clean …

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