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'House of Cards' returns: How the show changed NetflixThe show is one of Netflix's most acclaimed offerings 鈥� has the streaming service been able to produce other shows that are also perennial awards season favorites since?
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens': How sci-fi and fantasy films have changed since 1977The 1977 movie 'Star Wars' changed cinema forever. Here's how the fantasy and science fiction movie genres have changed since the first film debuted.
Peppermint-chocolate chocolate chip cookiesThese rich, chocolatey cookies with a hint of holiday peppermint are perfect for shipping and swapping.
Hangry, climatarian, piecaken: The top food words of 2015When it comes to food, we have all kinds of ways to identify a certain dish or describe聽the emotion we feel when considering beverage choices. Here are some terms that have joined the culinary vernacular this year.
Holiday cheer prompts hundreds to 'pay it forward' at Fla. McDonaldsA 'pay-it-forward' chain of 250 cars at a Lakeview,聽Fla., McDonalds is yet another example of how kindness can beget kindness.
Adele concert special: How it won over critics, viewersAs the singer's album '25' continues to have massive sales, Adele's NBC concert special was well received. The singer will embark on a North American tour later this year.
'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' trailer: What the new clip set in the world of 'Harry Potter' revealsThe upcoming movie stars Eddie Redmayne and will be released in November 2016. It's written by 'Potter' author J.K. Rowling.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens': Fans react to its premiere'Force' premiered in Los Angeles on Dec. 14. The movie features the return of original 'Star Wars' actors like Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill as well as new actors like Daisy Ridley and John Boyega.
Rent-A-Center worker finds toddler living alone with dead motherBryan Allen, a 4-year-old boy, 聽survived on maple syrup and milk for two days after his mother died. Buffalo, N.Y. residents have donated dozens of Christmas gifts.聽
More gems from 2015Here's some great music that was produced in 2015, from singer Laura Marling to the band Built to Spill.
'Sherlock' in movie theaters: How the lines between forms of entertainment are blurringAn upcoming episode of 'Sherlock' will be available for two days in movie theaters. This is just the latest sign that forms of entertainment are crossing over into one another as never before.
Critics' Choice Awards: Is 'Mad Max' next 'Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King'?More than a decade ago, 'King' became the first fantasy movie to win the Oscar Best Picture. What's changed since 'King' won? Can 'Max' succeed like 'King' did?- Did the West steal yoga?As Google celebrates yoga pioneer聽BKS Iyengar with a Doodle on its home page Monday, some critics are saying that the popularity of the ancient Indian discipline among Westerners amounts to cultural appropriation.
Weekend box office: Why 'In the Heart of the Sea' won't stay afloatThe Ron Howard film 'Heart of the Sea' debuted this past weekend but didn't make a splash. The final 'Hunger Games' movie topped the box office once again. Why was 'Sea''s opening so mediocre?聽
Adele tickets: Check out the US cities she will visitThe British singer has announced the itinerary for her upcoming North American tour, which will kick off this summer. What part does touring play for successful artists in the current music industry?
Cranberry lemon sconesDelicious fresh cranberry scones with a zesty lemon icing.
'The Big Short' director Adam McKay: The financial crisis 'was more about a system than it was about individuals'McKay's movie 'Short' is the story of the real people who predicted the 2008 financial crisis. It's based on the book of the same name by Michael Lewis.
Classic thumbprint cookiesWhat's a holiday cookie platter without thumbprints?
'In the Heart of the Sea' actor Chris Hemsworth discusses the new movie and playing Thor'Heart' stars Hemsworth as a first mate on a whaling ship whose craft is wrecked by a sperm whale. The film co-stars Cillian Murphy, Brendan Gleeson, and Tom Holland.
Cranberry recipes Versatile and full of nutrients, cranberries are delicious in baked goods, as a tart relish for holiday spreads, and even mixed into smoothies. Here's how to bring a pop of red into your seasonal dishes.
