Malaka Gharib
Stories
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Arts & Life
How to quickly find something you lost: 10 clever and practical techniques
NPR readers share their best methods for finding missing objects — from tiny screws to lost wallets. One favorite tip? Use a good flashlight.
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Business
5 financial habits to leave behind for a more prosperous new year
As we say goodbye to 2024, let's also bid farewell to some less-than-ideal money habits: impulse purchases, out-of-control credit card debt and the trap of lifestyle creep.
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Arts & Life
New Year's resolution ideas: 25 fun and practical goals to reach for in 2025
Can't think of a good New Year's resolution? We've got suggestions. Whether it's to stay out of debt or get your first tattoo, our expert guides can help make your goals a reality.
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Health
Curious about Dry January? What to expect — and how it works
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Arts & Life
'May love rest gently in your broken heart': What to say to a grieving friend
When a good friend's loved one passes away, it can be hard to find the right thing to say. NPR readers share words of comfort they've shared with others — or wish they'd heard themselves.
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Food
Is it OK to keep reheating leftovers? Honest questions about food safety, illustrated
How real is the five-second rule? Am I going to get explosive diarrhea if I keep reheating the same leftovers? A refresher course on food safety ahead of the holiday season.
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Arts & Life
How to find lost objects: 6 techniques that really work
We asked visual search scientists, a metal-detecting enthusiast and a detective to share the most effective strategies to find missing objects.
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Food
Dining out with a big group? Learn the social etiquette of splitting the check
Five common scenarios you may encounter while dining out with a large party — and how to handle the bill fairly while being considerate of your server.
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Health
When a romance ends, can a friendship grow? NPR listeners weigh in
Listeners explain why they decided to remain friends with their exes, keep a friendly distance — or leave them behind.
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Health
QUIZ: Parents, how much do you know about water safety for kids?
Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the U.S. Before you take your kids to the pool or the ocean this summer, test your knowledge of drowning prevention and water safety.
