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10 quotes from John Ciardi on his birthday

John Ciardi a poet, translator, critic and etymologist. To mark his birthday on June 24, here are 10 of his most memorable quotes.

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Editor's Blog The making of Americans

The "melting pot" has been glorified, vilified, and dismissed as obsolete. But both census data and the stories of millions of individual immigrants indicate that the not-always-easy process of assimilation is alive and well.
New York sugary drinks ban goes into effect

Public health experts around the nation — and the restaurant and soft-drink industry — will be watching closely to see whether the new restrictions on supersized colas, adopted Thursday by the city's Board of Health, lead to changes in the way New Yorkers eat and drink.
10 quotes from John Ciardi on his birthday

John Ciardi a poet, translator, critic and etymologist. To mark his birthday on June 24, here are 10 of his most memorable quotes.
Modern Parenthood Save neighborhoods: See the living city on a Jane Jacobs Walk

Get out of the house and take a "Jane Jacobs Walk" in honor of the legendary urban planner who promoted experiencing the living city and built environment on foot in order to save neighborhoods.
Saving Money Deals of the week: Pier One Imports, Pepsi Max, AT&T minutes

Free AT&T cellphone minutes and a 2-liter Pepsi Max are two of our deals of the week.
02/18/2011 09:04 am
Editorial Board Blog Why Russia covets the Black Sea naval base of Sevastopol

Ukraine recently agreed to extend Russia's naval base lease for its Black Sea Fleet until 2042. One visit to Sevastopol, the port in Ukraine where the fleet is based, and it's immediately clear why Russia would be loathe to ever give up the base.
05/19/2010 02:41 pm
Global News Blog Egypt: A taste of Italy

05/28/2009 01:00 am
He served time; can he serve on the Cleveland city council?

John A. Boyd feels his rehabilitation makes him a model of hope for those struggling as he did.
04/21/2008 01:00 am
A New York street photographer keeps on clicking

Vivian Cherry is nearly 90, but her career is blooming with the publication of her first book.
03/26/2008 01:00 am