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One Mom's Tale of Getting Ready on the First Day of Kindergarten
It seems only fair to share with fellow Moms my anxiety-fueled wardrobe malfunction on the morning of my daughter's first day of kindergarten.
21PARENTING
Louisiana Reinstates Indoor Mask Mandate As State's Largest Hospital Runs Out Of Beds
“This is bad. And it’s not this bad anywhere else in the country today,” said Gov. John Bel Edwards.
6POLITICS
Deadly Storm Pushes North, Stranding Tens Of Thousands Of Travelers
Bad news during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
6POLITICS
Shelly Simonds Concedes To David Yancey In Virginia Tiebreaker Race
Republicans will retain control of the state's House of Delegates.
6POLITICS
These Images From A Burning Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Are Terrifying
A massive wildfire has forced evacuations in areas around Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
25GREEN
Finding a Soulmate on the New Madrid Fault
I met a great lady last week. The Grandest of Grande Dames. Her name is Dorothy Cramer, "Cramer with a C," if you please. Dorothy is the docent at the New Madrid Historical Museum, but to me she is much more than that.
24IMPACT
Wednesday's Morning Email: Trump's Top Aide "Frustrated" With Latest Spiral
His attacks on a fallen soldier's family have controlled the news cycle this week.
6POLITICS
How to Save the Newspaper: Bring Back the Paperboy
We should be able to pay for the form we want it in, including how it is distributed. I would gladly pay to have a papergirl or boy deliver the paper on the right day in the right way, and I would tip for that privilege.
27MEDIA
Marla Mase's Half-Life: In the Act of Becoming Herself
Words are a big thing for Marla Mase. For her, music counterbalances and complements the vignettes that swirl around in her head. The brief accounts of fear, the blues, anxiety or the hope -- these are the themes that drive her.
7ARTS
Pussy Riot Tells Off Fictional Russian President On 'House Of Cards'
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20ENTERTAINMENT
Apple Says Initial Quantities Of iPhone 7 Plus Sold Out Globally
Supplies of the larger size of Apple’s new phone have been exhausted in all shades, and the smaller iPhone 7 has also sold out in the new jet black color.
14TECH
Firefox OS Will Take On Apple And Google In The Smartphone Wars, Starting This Summer
SIZE MATTERS Mozilla, a non-profit organization, also faces stiff competition. Google's Android software, which the company
14TECH
OkCupid Bans White Supremacist, Says 'No Room For Hate' On Site
Love is hard to find when you're hateful.
39WEIRD NEWS
Electronics Store RadioShack Files For Bankruptcy Again
RadioShack will close approximately 200 stores and will evaluate options on the remaining 1,300.
19BUSINESS
He Knew He Was About To Die. So He Sent A Heartbreaking Message To His Family.
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29CRIME
My Father's Dementia Makes Me Laugh
I suppose I must start out with a hat tip to honesty and confess that while the title to this piece is about how my father's dementia makes me laugh, I do have moments where I secretly want to cry about it.
40FIFTY
All Hail Nicole Kidman, Who Won A Deserved Emmy For 'Big Little Lies'
She took a moment to acknowledge domestic abuse victims during her acceptance speech.
20ENTERTAINMENT
Parents Horrified After Hospital Mixup Allows Their Baby To Be Breastfed By Stranger
"As long as serious diseases are ruled out, I don't think this is a huge tragedy," Velez noted. "In the grand scale of human
21PARENTING
John Stossel: The Reason Why I Watch FOX News
I admit, I watch FOX News. But there is a reason why I'm watching FOX News: John Stossel; you might recognize the name. In
27MEDIA
Your Weekly Travel Zen: Fields
Where have you traveled for a moment of zen? Email [email protected] with your travel zen or submit below. "Every
13TRAVEL
Rubio And The GOP Establishment Make Their First Last Stand
In South Carolina, Republican insiders got the photo op they wanted – a young Hispanic contender, endorsed by a diverse crew. But is he real-deal enough to stop Trump?
6POLITICS
The SAT Detective: Mom on a Mission
Over the last year, it's been her full-time job to participate in a process that many parents push on their teens, but never truly understand. And guess what? Times have changed. This isn't your 1979 SAT experience.
21PARENTING
Civic Groups Are Rushing To Register Newly Eligible Ex-Offenders In Virginia
“I feel like a citizen now," John Barbee, 62, says.
6POLITICS
The Musical Ragtime Is Right for the Times
Ragtime uses song to weave together stories of early twentieth-century New York from three very different perspectives -- African Americans in Harlem, immigrants from Eastern Europe, and upper-class suburban whites.
7ARTS
The Critical Cases The Supreme Court Will Hear In First-Ever Remote Arguments
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, America's highest court takes the historic step of conducting oral arguments over the phone.
6POLITICS
How Do I Teach My Daughter to Love Her Body?
Sometimes when Gigi is sleeping, I'll look at her pink cheeks and her scuffed knees and think, I made those with my body. Every piece of her; I'm like a sorceress. I'd be crushed if she hated one bit of herself.
21PARENTING
Senior White House Adviser Once Said 'True' Muslims Can't 'Coexist' With 'Other Faiths'
Frank Wuco, who used to role-play as a fictional "jihadist" during his work as a security consultant, has a long history of anti-Muslim animus.
6POLITICS
Tammy Duckworth Scorches Donald Trump As 'Five-Deferment Draft Dodger'
The senator and Iraq War veteran lambasted "Cadet Bone Spurs" Trump in a fiery speech on the Senate floor Saturday.
6POLITICS
A Case For The 'Gayborhood'
"Us queers in the Midwest do not have this luxury as many of our friends do on the east and west coasts."
4QUEER VOICES
Theranos Founder Elizabeth Holmes Charged With 'Massive Fraud' By SEC
The biotech company Holmes started was once worth $9 billion.
19BUSINESS
Seven Secret Destinations That Will Make You Smile (PHOTOS)
While I won't divulge my truly favorite places -- lest they succumb to and suffer from either the so-called Woody Allen Effect or a dreaded Year in Provence-like backlash (aka Loving it to Death Syndrome) -- here are my seven somewhat off-the-radar secret destinations that I love visiting over and over again:
13TRAVEL
4 Ways Millennial Women Can Boost Their Careers In 2016
During Women's History Month, I find myself reflecting on where women stand in the world of work – and how they can be empowered
32WOMEN
Mattis Signs Order Sending More Troops To Afghanistan
About 11,000 U.S. troops are already serving in Afghanistan.
6POLITICS
How to Tell if It's Real Love
We all have a wounded self -- our ego -- that we developed as we were growing up, to protect us from pain. Our wounded self becomes activated when we get scared -- scared of rejection, of engulfment, of being hurt.
10WELLNESS
365 Invocations to Create an Extraordinary Life, Week 12
This is the time to make the list of where you are going to be focusing your energy for the new year and beyond. And then, of course, it is time to re-realize your connection to the creator once more and then read your list (or single intention) out loud, and invoke it!
10WELLNESS
Worst Fall Allergy Cities Of 2013 - Weather.com
Fall allergy season is here and it's back with a vengeance, thanks to record rain in parts of the South and Northeast. Read
10WELLNESS
Healthy Living Comics: How Strung Out Are You? It's Time to Tune In
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3HEALTHY LIVING
Don Lemon Claps Back At Bill O'Reilly With A Jab About Harassment Claims
The two hosts were sniping about who really refused to cover what story.
11BLACK VOICES
A St. Patrick's Day Picnic
There are many reasons to celebrate this Saturday: it's the weekend, it's St. Patrick's Day and it's the beginning of spring. Dust off those baskets, those blankets, and those sunglasses -- and grab a few beers.
18FOOD & DRINK
A New Study Has Found Staying Calm Isn't Necessarily the Best Way
The next time you feel nervous or anxious, worked up about a big presentation or your husband's forgetfulness, instead of willing yourself to calm down, try telling yourself to get jazzed instead.
10WELLNESS
The Best Ways To Keep Bread From Going Stale
Place your bread in a sealed zip-top bag, pushing out as much air as possible, and pop it in the freezer.
33TASTE
The Commencement Speech No One Asked Me To Give (Yet)
Look for the people with less and you will find where you should help.
41COLLEGE
Woman Takes Limo To Shoplift In Minnesota Mall, Police Say
Apparently, she paid for the limo -- but nothing else
39WEIRD NEWS
Foolproof Formula: Think Less + Feel More = Less Stress
The realm of consciousness is much vaster than thought can grasp. When you no longer believe everything you think, you step out of thought and see clearly that the thinker is not who you are.
10WELLNESS
'Hidden Figures' Stars Write Inspiring Posts After Film Dominates Box Office
Black women ruled the box office this weekend.
11BLACK VOICES
Out of the 'Boat', And Into the Frying Pan
The ABC network show is giving the American population a brief, but authentic window into the life of an Asian American family. TIME has hailed the Eddie Huang creation with "the makings of an American original." And that's exactly what we are -- American originals.
41COLLEGE
Heisman Trophy Winner Mark Ingram Blames Alabama Loss On Donald Trump
The president attended the big game against LSU.
17SPORTS
Eat, People (Not a Zombie Blog)
That's my suggestion for this holiday. Start looking at what you've bought into. Get some therapeutic help to look at why you overeat. Make a decision that you are just not going to give it all the attention you normally do. Ever again.
10WELLNESS
Scientist Featured On 'Humans Of New York' Can Put Your Immune System Into A Mouse's Body
We caught up with Nichole Danzi to talk about her work on autoimmunity.
23SCIENCE
Senate Democrat: Preventing Veteran Suicide Is 'The Cost Of War'
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6POLITICS
An Alarming Percentage Of Women At UT Austin Reported Being Raped
The University's president called the findings of a recent survey "a wake-up call."
32WOMEN
TV Station: Romo 'Still The Gayest Player On The Cowgirls'
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17SPORTS
Heavy Traffic Pollution, Wood Fire Smoke May Worsen Asthma Symptoms
The study, published in the journal Respirology, included 1,383 adults, age 44, who were part of the Tasmanian Longitudinal
10WELLNESS
Attention Is the Grounds of Love
What if we paid deeper attention to those we live with? To the earth that is our home? To our own heart? Not only would we cease to cause harm, our attention would offer the medicine that could bring healing to our world.
10WELLNESS
'Neo-Nazi' Teen Charged With Killing Girlfriend's Parents After They Reported Him
Scott Fricker and Buckley Kuhn-Fricker were shot and killed after reportedly separating their daughter from the boy.
29CRIME
Watch Seniors Try And Fail To Resist The Power of Beyoncé's 'Lemonade'
Bey slays for all ages.
20ENTERTAINMENT
Colorado Shooting Suspect Makes 1st Court Appearance
More than 500 people bundled in winter jackets attended a downtown Boulder candlelight vigil to mourn the 10 people gunned down at a supermarket.
5U.S. NEWS
Idea Of New Attention Disorder Spurs Research, And Debate
With more than six million American children having received a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, concern
21PARENTING
Tech Billionaire Peter Thiel Discussed As Possible Trump Transition Chair
The controversial PayPal co-founder stood out in Silicon Valley for his strong support during the campaign.
6POLITICS
Nicki Minaj 'Beez In The Trap' Video: Rapper Releases Sexy Video And Rocks Times Square
In that vein, the video is not unlike the visuals for Big Sean's "Dance A$$" remix. Minaj's provocative dancing in that video
20ENTERTAINMENT
These Charts Show Just How Much Puerto Rico Is Shrinking
The largest exodus in 50 years is emptying the island.
6POLITICS
Stephen King's New Book With His Son Involves 'Feral Women,' 'Abandoned Men'
The book debuts shortly after the film remake of "It" in September.
37ARTS & CULTURE
The First 'Captain America: Civil War' Reactions Are Everything You Hoped
The reviews are in ...
20ENTERTAINMENT
Santas Hit The Gym To Prep For Aerobic Christmas
Santa's secret is out.
39WEIRD NEWS
'Bipartisan Beer' And The Telling Tale Of Anheuser-Busch’s Super Bowl Ad
Telling a company’s heroic “heritage story” has become a popular marketing tool.
19BUSINESS
Popover Recipes: Yorkshire Pudding, Dutch Baby, Hootenanny Pancake and More (PHOTOS)
Eating our first popover was like a delicious physics lesson that we actually liked.
18FOOD & DRINK
Merry Christmas!
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34RELIGION
How to Always Respond With Right Action?
When not present, we are in ego. Our perceptions and experiences are distorted by judgments that have more to do with our past then our present.
10WELLNESS
Forget The Gold -- Go For The Greens!
You'll get a lot more than just good luck from your New Years greens. The cruciferous veggies usually found in the stewpot are a concentrated source of good health as well.
18FOOD & DRINK
New Combinations at New York City Ballet
"New Combinations" was the perfect title for the program at New York City Ballet, which presented the world premiere of Justin Peck's "Rōdē,ō: Four Dance Episodes."
7ARTS
We Tried It: Pure Barre
This class is not for the faint of heart -- or weak of muscle. There are few modifications offered to make any of the moves less strenuous and participants are encouraged to push themselves to the limit in every class.
10WELLNESS
Is Feminism in danger from unconscious prejudice in politics?
In the wake of disturbing remarks about women from two prominent men in politics in recent weeks, it is more important than
32WOMEN
USA Makes History With First Olympic Curling Gold After Unlikely Comeback
It was a real Cinderella story.
17SPORTS
PhiladelphiaTheatreCo. Celebrates 40 With Stars Aligned
The Philadelphia Theatre Company is marking its 40th anniversary season and weathering a rough season of solving ongoing fiscal problems. Meanwhile, the shows must go on, Sara Garonzik, PTC's artistic director said this week "and more" as the company looks to the future with Theatre Masters Series.
7ARTS
5 Fun Facts About the Washington Monument
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13TRAVEL
These Guys Know Exactly How You Feel About Daylight Saving Time
The stress and strain of constantly being connected can sometimes take your life -- and your well-being -- off course. GPS
10WELLNESS
As Trump Attacks The Federal Health Law, Some States Try To Shore It Up
Left out will be people not covered by employer-sponsored insurance and with incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid or
6POLITICS
Louis C.K. To Host SNL With Musical Guest Fun November 3
C.K. has been one of the most lauded comedians of the last year, winning numerous Comedy Awards and most recently, Emmys
30COMEDY
A 'Wonder Years' Reboot Featuring A Black Family Is In The Works
ABC's new version will have Lee Daniels and original series star Fred Savage as executive producers and take place in Montgomery, Alabama.
20ENTERTAINMENT
Why Meditation Will Change Your Life
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3HEALTHY LIVING
Newspaper Loses Subscribers, Receives Death Threat After Endorsing Hillary Clinton
Wow.
6POLITICS
10 July 4th Tips for RIBS! Plus, the Only Ribs Recipe You'll Ever Need
Ribs: a must-have at July 4th celebrations. With these 10 expert tips, you'll always make the perfect ribs.
18FOOD & DRINK
6 DIY Stress Hacks Using What's in Your Closet
When we keep stress in the closet, we aren't doing ourselves any favors. Instead, bring these everyday items out of storage and put them to good use to minimize the negative impacts of stress.
3HEALTHY LIVING
At Tribeca: "Aphasia" Warns, "If the Apple Watch Gives You the Heebie-Jeebies Now, Just Wait until 2018!"
"The filmmakers respectfully ask the media to not discuss the film's ending" is a sentence included in the press notes for Luke LoCurcio's twelve-minute short "Aphasia."
20ENTERTAINMENT
Claire’s Pulls Makeup After Mom Finds Asbestos In 6-Year-Old’s Kit
“You just assume that a children's product would be safe.”
35STYLE
Lana Del Rey Performs For Mulberry, Lindsay Lohan To Host SNL And More Style News: Six Clicks
Lindsay Lohan has been asked to host "Saturday Night Live." Why? We really aren't too sure. (Lucky) Lana Del Rey may have
0STYLE & BEAUTY
Did Hillary Clinton Really Win Iowa? New Errors Detected in Caucus Results
Today, Iowa Democratic Party officials reported errors in the state's caucus results. The news comes just days after Hillary Clinton was named the official winner in Iowa. Defeating Bernie Sanders by two tenths of one percent, she took home 23 of the state's 44 delegates.
6POLITICS
Scott Walker Says There Are A 'Handful Of Reasonable, Moderate Followers Of Islam'
There are more than a handful.
6POLITICS
Mase's 'Now We Even' Announced As Rapper's First Album In Years
Ma$e, who was a major force in late '90s hip-hop, dropped his last album, "Welcome Back," in 2004. The album peaked at No
20ENTERTAINMENT
When The Best Seat In The House Is A Bed
Outdoor movies just got a whole lot more comfortable.
3HEALTHY LIVING
Lena Pettersson, Swedish Woman, Reimbursed By Kenya Airways For Sitting Next To Dead Man
A Swedish radio broadcaster has been reimbursed by Kenya Airlines for an overnight flight on which she sat next to a dead
13TRAVEL
The Mistake That Derails Your Resolutions Every Year
Have you ever tried to lose weight by not thinking about food? How about trying to stop yourself from calling your love interest by blocking out all thoughts about that person? Ever try to quit smoking by trying not to think about smoking? Did it work? I'll bet it didn't.
10WELLNESS
New Season Brings New Challenges For This Up-And-Coming Composer
Will Van Dyke heads to the stage for "A Beer and A Song."
4QUEER VOICES
Theo (The Dog) And Beau (The Toddler) Star In A Naptime Love Story
Their daily naps have turned into "what I can only describe as the most organic and beautiful friendship I have ever witnessed
21PARENTING
LEGO Sculpture Akiyuky's 'Great Ball Contraption' Inspired: 11 Amazing LEGO Designs (PHOTOS, VIDEO)
A creative and well built LEGO structure is a beautiful thing. We've been design geeks since childhood and were all pretty
8HOME & LIVING
Here's What Would Have To Happen For Jeb Bush To Give A Democrat A 'Warm Kiss'
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6POLITICS
Enough Already! Tobacco Dipping Snuffs Out Lives
So many young people, especially high school-age boys, are influenced by seeing their baseball heroes dipping that it's become as natural to them as another staple of baseball life: hot dogs.
3HEALTHY LIVING
5 Tricks To Shopping At Zara, H&M And Other High Street Stores (PHOTOS)
With these tricks, you'll look unique in your latest fast fashion finds.
0STYLE & BEAUTY
'Reboot' Is A Clever And Not Too Navel-Gazey Look Inside TV Reboots
Starring Keegan-Michael Key, Judy Greer and Johnny Knoxville, the Hulu show follows the revival of a fictional early 2000s sitcom.
2CULTURE & ARTS
Title IX Official Resigns After Being Accused Of Sexual Assault
An Indiana University Bloomington administrator was accused of assaulting an NYU student conduct official.
41COLLEGE