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'Pint-size philanthropy': Kids swap gifts for donationsA growing number of nonprofits say they are being helped by pint-size philanthropists who are willing to give up their gifts from birthdays, bar and bat mitzvahs, and other celebrations to donate to a good cause.
Sleep deprivation: Time to put it to bedSleep deprivation: Each March, World Sleep Day places sleep deprivation in the spotlight, raising awareness for how we embrace our sleep patterns. One mom realizes that a night-owl husband and tech-connected kids aren't helping with sleep deprivation around her house.
Emily VanCamp, Chris Evans star in 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' 鈥� what are early reviews saying?Emily VanCamp and Chris Evans star in the upcoming Marvel film 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' 鈥� check out how bloggers and journalists reacting to the movie so far. Emily VanCamp currently stars on the TV show 'Revenge.'
St. Patrick鈥檚 Day: Colcannon (Irish mashed potatoes and cabbage)In colcannon, mashed potatoes and cabbage are combined to create a dish that will feel like a welcome to the Emerald Isle on St. Patrick's Day.
Two Irish cookbooks, one hearty weeknight meal: Pork and potato cakesLeftover mashed potatoes combine with ground pork, grated apple, chopped onion and fresh sage for a quick, economical, thoroughly satisfying dinner.聽
Tourtiere: A Canadian meat pie for St. Paddy's or a picnicThere's never a wrong time of year for a savory meat pie. This one incorporates pork, beef, and mushrooms, and is perfect for a chilly evening at home, or a sunny day outdoors.
Michelle Obama encourages healthier home cookingMichelle Obama began focusing on the nation's childhood obesity problem as soon as she arrived at the White House in 2009. She said Friday that a new focus on her effort will include encouraging more people to cook at home.
'Veronica Mars' movie: Behind the film's unusual path to the screenThe 'Veronica Mars' movie, which hits theaters today, is not only unusual because of its Kickstarter origin but because it's the first studio movie to be bypass the usual 90-day lag time between when a film is released in theaters and when it's released on DVD or via digital means. The 'Veronica Mars' movie stars Kristen Bell.
Calculating women: How to get more girls into mathPi Day has become a national celebration of math, and offers the perfect opportunity to get kids interested in the fun of solving puzzles.
'Ernest and Celestine' is a dreamlike, sweet animated featureThe saga of a mouse and bear who are forbidden friends has a broad appeal.
'Le Week-End' is a slog through marital dysfunction'Le Week-End' stars Jim Broadbent and Lindsay Duncan.
'Bad Words,' a spelling bee comedy, features a tiptop cast'Bad Words' is directed by and stars Jason Bateman as an adult who competes with kids in a national spelling bee.
Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston star in 'Godzilla' 鈥� here's the newest information from SXSWElizabeth Olsen and Aaron Taylor-Johnson star in the new 'Godzilla' film, which was recently the focus of a SXSW event. 'Godzilla,' starring Elizabeth Olsen and Bryan Cranston, will be released on May 16.
The true spirit of St. Patrick's DaySt. Patrick's Day in Ireland is actually a stay-at-home day on which many pubs are closed, writes chef Cathal Armstrong in his new cookbook, 'My Irish Table.'
SXSW: Lady Gaga performs as festival continues after tragedySXSW: Lady Gaga took the stage at the festival after a driver fleeing police went through a street barricade on March 13. The SXSW, or South by Southwest, Festival is held in Austin, Texas.
American Idol recap: Harry Connick Jr.'s performance is one Idol's parting giftAfter Thursday night's results, American Idol trimmed down to a lean ten contestants. Did America say goodbye to another girl?
Top Picks: Cathal Armstrong and David Hagedorn's cookbook 'My Irish Table,' 'Frozen' on DVD and Blu-ray, and moreThe magazine American Songwriter is instructive and inspiring, the podcast Business Women ROCK has great tips for female entrepreneurs, and more top picks.
Pi Day: Great for math and tastebudsPi Day gives math fans a chance to celebrate the popular ratio, and foodies the chance to make a play on words and bake their favorite pies. When your family celebrates both, its the perfect equation for fun.
Pi Day: Serve up a slice of rich chocolate cream piePi Day on March 14 is celebrated in all kinds of binary ways, but the sweetest approach is to measure that diameter across your favorite pie filling.
12 ways to be a less distracted parent Bonnie Harris, director of Connective Parenting, is an expert who has spent decades working with parents and kids to establish and strengthen family bonds. Here are her tips for parents to help them stay connected to their kids in today's distraction-heavy society.
