Mother and son: memorable moments between Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III
In February 2022, in a message marking the 70th anniversary of her reign, the late Queen expressed her "sincere wish" that when Charles became king, his wife, Camilla, would be given the title of queen consort. This gesture was seen as a blessing to the then-future King Charles III. The heir to the throne had always craved approval from his mother, and before her passing, the Queen seemed finally to affirm her support. However, it wasn't always this way. The sensitive young Charles had little in common with his straightforward mother. But as decades passed, the duo developed a close, warm bond. As we reflect on their relationship, let's take a look at some memorable moments showcasing their special connection.
2024-10-12T08:04:17Z
The growing trend: Why couples opt to live separately
With the amount of breakups, affairs, divorces, and separations at an all-time high, it’s high time to reimagine what relationships should look like. Our concept of the 'correct' romantic progression has generally followed a rigid scheme of meeting someone, falling in love, moving in together, and then potentially getting married and starting a family. Often the time spent living apart in a relationship is quickly eclipsed by the time spent living together. But, now, more and more couples are choosing to "live apart together." It doesn’t mean they don't love each other, but rather that they're assessing the best ways they can be the healthiest partners, and sometimes that just involves having your own space. Intrigued? Click through to learn more about the surprisingly strong case for couples to live separately.
2023-12-21T19:57:46Z
Incredible women who changed the world
The history of civilization is speckled with the brilliant lives of women from all over the world. The noble and righteous fights and advancements taken on by women have awarded us also many of the freedoms, liberties, technologies, and comforts that we enjoy today. Historically, women of color make up a demographic that few male or Western powers cared to fight for. Against oppression fueled by racism, misogyny, and bigotry of all kinds, women of color across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania have not only persevered but have overwhelmingly overcome the odds stacked against them. The struggles and victories of women of color stand to remind us that no one is free until everybody is free. Read on to learn about just a small handful of the incredible women of color who have contributed to the good of all humankind.
2024-01-15T12:35:05Z
Unexpected life lessons in classic children’s stories
A good story can sweep us off our feet, take us to faraway lands, change our world views, or even teach us a lesson or two about life. Children’s stories and fairy tales, in particular, invite us to imagine a world beyond the one we live in, with wizards, queens, knights, beasts, flying carpets, and talking animals. In medieval times, fairy tales were coded with messages to preserve the values and beliefs of that society through the ages. While some of the lessons and morals we picked up from the Grimm Brothers may not have aged well, they remain subject to interpretation, as do stories from Indigenous oral tradition. Hidden within some of the most celebrated children’s stories in history are complex life lessons that continue to resonate with audiences from ages 8 to 88. From the cautionary tale of surrendering one’s voice in Disney’s The Little Mermaid to the life-saving power of storytelling in Islamic culture’s Arabian Nights, fairy tales and fables carry infinite wisdom for those from all walks of life. Read on to uncover the life lessons and unexpected messages in children’s stories.
2025-01-21T12:34:49Z
