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Down a Virginia country road, a small cafe slings history by the slice. Beyond the superb blueberry crumble and lemon meringue, the spot’s centenarian matriarch keeps customers coming back.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
American Pies: Recipes From a Landmark Cafe

Silent retreats offer a respite from our clamorous, digital world. But is the rigor of mute vacations worth the wellness rewards? A skittish novice and a seasoned meditator speak out.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
Silent Meditation Retreats: Are You Up for the Challenge?

Toronto is one of the most diverse cities in the world, and it’s reflected in the fan base of the NBA’s Raptors.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
The Toronto Raptors Are in the North—and Everywhere Else

U.S. Women’s National Team coach Jill Ellis has made the difficult moves she thinks will help the U.S. win a second consecutive World Cup.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
The U.S. Soccer Coach Who's Comfortable With Discomfort

The co-captain of the U.S. women’s national team—out to win its fourth World Cup this summer—on her perfectionist quest for sneakers and her monster Tesla.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
Soccer Star Megan Rapinoe's 'Biggest, Baddest, Coolest' Tech Toys

The Red Rooster in Brewster, N.Y., an all-American roadside burger joint, opened in the early 1960s and has, happily, evolved little since. Plus: 4 other delicious drive-ins around the country.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
Classic Drive-In Restaurants Well Worth the Trip

‘Rocketman’ director Dexter Fletcher borrowed from musicals for his film about Elton John, which stars Taron Egerton as the performer.
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Telling Elton John's Life, Without Biopic Clichés

The trademarked smiley face symbol makes for a significant licensing business, one that is particularly successful as of late.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
The Shockingly Large Business Behind the Iconic Smiley Face

Bill Buckner’s death on Monday at age 69 inspired a long-overdue reappraisal of his career. One point especially worth reassessing is whether his infamous error in Game 6 of the 1986 World Series really cost the Boston Red Sox a title.
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
Bill Buckner Didn't Deserve the Torment in the Aftermath of '86 World Series

The glamour-meets-grunge creator, nominated for Menswear Designer of the Year at next week’s awards, sees the use of influencers as ‘kind of horrible and…kind of great.’
Source: Wall Street Journal Lifestyle
Goth Designer Rick Owens Doesn't Follow Trends