Deck your garden with boughs of holly, a plant rich in symbolism and evergreen beauty
By JESSICA DAMIANO, Associated Press No doubt you’ve seen your share of hollies this month — in wreaths and boughs or perhaps on holiday cards...
Adrian Wooldridge: Political giants and moral degenerates: My five best books of 2025
‘Original Sin …’ The blame for America’s current troubles lies squarely with the Democratic establishment. Donald Trump’s re-election was always unlikely given his low approval...
Lisa Jarvis: Testosterone isn’t a magic cure-all for middle age
In the last year or so, health influencers — and a lot of women on social media — have talked up testosterone therapy as a...
10 supremely interesting places to travel in February 2026
Some people have already made their January travel plans. But for travel overachievers, that’s uninspired, as they’re already plotting out February. The coldest, grayest, shortest...
Lowell’s Ty Chan hoping to soar at Fenway Park with UConn football team
There could not be a better end to a season that has been a breath of fresh air for Lowell native Ty Chan. The 6-foot-5,...
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
By SILVIA STELLACCI and COLLEEN BARRY VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day message on Thursday urged the faithful to...