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Why sugar is still on the table for my kidCould sugar be the next frontier in the mommy wars? One mom is planting a flag for the pro-sugar side, no matter what sideways glances she gets in playgroup.
Chickpeas with blood sausageBlood sausage and spicy chorizo rub shoulders with, chickpeas, spring peas, and watercress in this quick stove-top stew. Serve it as a main course, or a tapas-style starter.聽
Vegetarian ideas: 35 meatless dishes Dinner doesn't have to include meat to be delicious. From chili, to burgers, to salads of all sorts, you'll find new takes on old favorites on this lists, and a few surprises, too.
Michael Pineda, prideless of the YankeesYankee's pitcher Michael Pineda was caught Wednesday night with pine tar 鈥� a banned pitching aide 鈥� smeared on his neck. What does this tell the young generation of baseball fans?
Leslie Mann, Cameron Diaz discuss their new comedy 'The Other Woman'Leslie Mann and 'Game of Thrones' actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau star in the new movie 'The Other Woman.' Leslie Mann recently starred in 'Rio 2.'
American Idol: Is Sam Woolf the 'Dark Horse'?American Idol recap: Sam Woolf and Jena Irene continued to improve and impress. But Caleb Johnson also had a big moment in Wednesday night's American Idol performance.
Will TSA change rules for breast milk?A court settlement stemming from a 2010 incident between a mom with bottled breast milk and Transportation Security Administration agents might change the way parents travel with bottled breast milk.
A new twist for artichoke dipGoat cheese, lemon, capers, and Greek yogurt stand in for mayonnaise in this artichoke spread. A food processor makes this simple savory spread a snap.
From McDonald's to the toy aisle: Can we move past toy gender?Parents want to find toys that their kids like. But what happens when their kid chooses something in the wrong aisle? Can parents inspire retailers to move past labeling toys with a specific gender?
Jennifer Lawrence: Will she star in an 'X-Men' spin-off?Jennifer Lawrence stars as Mystique in the upcoming film 'X-Men: Days of Future Past.' Will Jennifer Lawrence's character get her own spin-off film as well?
Drew Barrymore, my celebrity crush, is just another momDrew Barrymore and other celebrity moms serve to remind us that motherhood, like a good film, is more about embracing the juicy role, not the actress who plays the part.
Top cheap cuts: Five flavorful, budget-friendly meat choicesMeat can really take a bite out of your grocery budget. Rethink the cuts you choose with this helpful guide, full of links to delicious recipes.
'The Goonies 2': New developments on a sequel to the '80s classic'The Goonies 2': Will it happen? The director of the original film, Richard Donner, recently shared some news about the possible movie's story. 'The Goonies 2' would be a follow-up to the original 1985 film.
How playful learning will build future leadersLearning through play with 'hands-on, minds-on' approaches is a powerful way forward. Play gives children space to dream, discover, improvise, and challenge convention.
Powdered alcohol: What makes it a bad ideaPowdered alcohol, or聽Palcohol, is a new powdered alcohol is being considered for eventual sale in the US. As alcohol pervades the social life of many Americans, how can young adults detach drinking from having fun?- Powdered alcohol: Federal approval withdrawn, for nowPowdered alcohol: A product called "Palcohol" won federal approvals "in error," says an Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau official. But the powdered alcohol manufacturer says there's a labeling mistake, which will be corrected and resubmitted for approval.
Lucey wins most beautiful bulldog titleMonday marked the 35th anniversary of the 'Beautiful Bulldog' event in Des Moines, Iowa, which was started in 1979 in an effort to find a real dog to represent the Drake University mascot.
Southern cornbread chicken and dressing with gravyThere is a difference between comfort food and comfort cooking, though sometimes the two marry to result in a quiet afternoon in the kitchen, followed by a glorious meal well worth the effort.聽
Boston Marathon: Experience over accomplishmentMy son doesn鈥檛 care how many marathons I have run, or if I graduated from college, or if I earned a driver鈥檚 license, or took my own first steps years ago. He cares about the individual experiences of each moment, everyday.
Five new rules for kids on National Kindergarten Recognition DayMost adults remember the book 鈥楢ll I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.鈥� Based on news reports, kindergarten students today have a bunch of new lessons to add to the list.
