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What are the hallmarks of a resilient, balanced, long-term happiness? Traditional Japanese wisdom offers insights.

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especially since Clapton was one of his earliest inspirations. “Something quite unbelievable happened during this tour,” writes Soejima on Instagram. “I was interviewed by the Japanese TV ...

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The WNBA joined in and sent a one-word message to the Fever star. "HEYYY," the league wrote. The NBA playoffs will overlap with the start of the 2025 WNBA season, as the Fever open their slate ...

Here are some of the pontiff's most memorable quotes. Pope Francis often spoke of acceptance and compassion towards fellow men and worked to make the church a more welcoming place for women and ...

Oumar Ballo has become a tantalizing prospect over the last few years. The 7-footer averaged 13 points, 9.1 rebounds and 1.3 blocks a game this past season for Indiana, although he was able to ...