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9 Nelson Mandela Quotes That Inspire

On July 18, Nelson Mandela, the South African politician and champion of anti-apartheid, will turn 95. To celebrate his birthday and extraordinary life, here is a pinnable collection of some of his most uplifting words.

Who Is Nelson Mandela? A Reader’s Digest Exclusive Interview

In 2005, Reader's Digest spoke with Nelson Mandela about his life, the strength of mind that helped him survive 27 years in prison and his hopes for South Africa. Here, he describes who he is in his own words.

Oh, the Irony: Which U.S. Leaders Said One Thing, But Did Another?

We'd like to think we can trust all of our elected officials and men in uniform, but these cringe-worthy acts showed otherwise.

Fascinating Facts About One World Trade Center

Even while still under construction, One World Trade (formerly known as the Freedom Tower) has become an architectural and emotional force in Lower Manhattan. Here's why.

Weird News Round-Up: Woman Dies and Comes Back to Life During Childbirth

If ever you should find yourself screaming for an epidural, take heed: It could be worse.

• Missouri mommy resurrected after giving birth “postmortem”: Erica Nigrelli, an…

These Fast-Food Items Might Mean an Improving Economy

Fast-food restaurants may have pushed their value menus during the economic downturn, but now their new, outrageous, slightly costlier menu items might be a sign that better times are ahead.

Mark Bittman’s New Book Makes Vegan Easy

A few months ago, I wrote 11 Convincing Reasons Eating Vegan Isn’t Crazy. I knew all the white lab-coated researchers, respected authors and peaceable rabble-rousers were…

Weird News Round-Up: Cannibal Colonists, Man Loses Savings for Stuffed Banana

Hungry for a midnight snack? Be glad you live in this century. Here’s why:

• Anthropologists confirm Jamestown colonists ate people: Scientists have at last proven that colonists…

Everything You Need to Know About the Bitcoin Boom

Got an ear for financial news? Then you’ve likely heard of bitcoin, the digital currency that’s recently been thrust into the spotlight. The baseline idea, despite…

Genetically Modified Food: 7 Things Every Shopper Needs to Know

Are you trying to sort out the pros and cons about genetically modified food and genetically modified organisms (also known as GMOs)? Here's what you need to know to shop wisely at the supermarket.