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Fact of the Matter: Dollar Bills

By: C.G. HoffmanMany today claim that we are entering a new, “paperless” society and that credit cards are far superior to carrying.... read more

Tuesday Tip: Stay Safe and Prepared by Winterizing Your Car Early

By Yehudit GarmaiseWhile we are still enjoying fall's bright colors and brisk air, drivers should remember they can never prepare their.... read more

Around the House: Store Things Creatively for Simplicity and Ease

By Yehudit GarmaiseNow that we are preparing for winter, we want to get our homes in order and store essentials in creative, attractive.... read more

Today in History: Marking Over 40 Years of Trillion Dollar Debt

M.C. MillmanJust 42 years ago, the U.S. National Debt hit the thirteen-digit debt mark on October 22, 1981. This trend.... read more

Living Legacy: Rebbe Yaakov Halberstam-Tchakeve Rebbe

Yehuda AlterRebbe Baruch’l of Gorlice—a son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz—would conduct himself in mysterious ways, not always.... read more

Tuesday Tip: Avoid Colds and Flu This Winter With a Few Simple Tips

By Yehudit GarmaiseWith just a little extra.... read more

Today in History: A 15-Foot High Beer Tsunami Kills Nine in London

M.C. MillmanOn October 17, 1814, one of London's largest breweries experienced a fatal accident when a.... read more

Around the House: Divide by Color to Store Belongings Beautifully and Find them Easily

By Yehudit GarmaiseGrouping belongings by color can help clear clutter while storing essentials in creative,.... read more

Kids Cook: Chodesh Cheshvon Umbrellas

Here is the way Kids Cooks can create a perfect Chodesh Cheshvon umbrella for everyone!You will need:Sandwich.... read more

Monsey Memories: The Rockland County Court House in New City

Yitzy FriedThe Rockland County Courthouse and Dutch Gardens is.... read more

Living Legacy: Rebbe Lieber Hagodol of Berdichev

Yehuda Alter The 28th of Tishrei marks the yohrtzeit of Rav Lieber of Berdichev about whom the Ba’al Shem Tov [or the holy.... read more

Today in History: A Storm Big Enough to Cover Half the Western U.S.

M.C. MillmanKnown as the largest tropical cyclone ever recorded, Super Typhoon Tip ripped across the Western Pacific on today's date 44.... read more

Today in History: Opening New Doors to Elevate the Elevator Experience

by M.C. Millman In 1887, on this day in history, Alexander Miles patented a revolutionary invention to open and close elevator doors.... read more

Facts that Matter: Maps

C.G. HoffmanTeacher: “George, go to the front of the class and show us where North America is on the map.”George: “Here it.... read more

Tuesday Tip: How to Restrict Checking Horrific News in Times of War

by Yehudit GarmaiseThe rumors started Shabbos morning as we walked to shul. I hadn’t walked more than a few blocks before a neighbor.... read more

Today in History: Great Chicago Fire Extinguished at Last

M.C. MillmanEarly morning rain on October 10, 1871, was the antidote for finally extinguishing the three-day deadly blaze in Chicago,.... read more

Around the House: Winterize Your Home to Stay Safe and Warm

By Yehudit GarmaiseWe have moved back into our homes and wished each other a “gutten vinter,” but as the temperature continues to.... read more