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Education: Lightning Before My Eyes

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How one obsessed visionary brought a dead language to life Like some of the wilder prophets of the Old Testament—like Hosea or Micah or perhaps Jeremiah—Eliezer Perelman was a visionary possessed by one irresistible idea. He even spoke once of the transcendent moment in which it came to him: “Suddenly, like lightning before my eyes, my thoughts flew across the Balkans . . . to Palestine, and I heard a . Read More...

Emailing Social Security Number Could Open Door for Hackers

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Tax season is officially in the rear view, which means most of us are breathing a sigh of relief. But some of us remain anxious. It’s not about the chance of being audited (which is small, though terrifying), but rather about the fear that we’ll have our identity stolen. If you’re self-employed — whether an Uber driver, an Etsy artist, or something less 21st century (like a freelance journalist) — the companies that pay you are legally required to provide a 1099 to help you prepare your taxes. Read More...

How to check pregnancy at home naturally

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Whether it's due to privacy concerns, budget constraints, or simply the thrill of experimenting, many people turn to natural, homemade pregnancy tests. And guess what? We've got the lowdown on some of the most popular DIY methods that have been passed down through generations. They're simple, they're natural, and they might just give you the heads-up you're looking for. 5 ways to check pregnancy at home We've got the lowdown on some of the most talked-about DIY methods that have been passed down through generations. Read More...