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'Breaking Dawn 鈥� Part 2': Why that twist ending is a good thing'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn 鈥� Part 2' apparently has a (slight) twist ending. Good for the creative team for feeling free to put their own stamp on the story.
Potty training Chinese style: With a diaper-free child, look for potted plantsPotty training Chinese style fascinates Western expat moms who see the diaper-free baby style as a form of environmentalism 鈥� but they watch for potted plants, just in case. For Junior to "go" on command is a mother's dream.
How much do you know about poinsettias?Take our true-false quiz to see how much you know about the holiday's most popular indoor plant, the poinsettia.
Rescue dog: Two head of dog on a five-day sleepover 鈥� rodeo!Rescue dog Albie hosts a canine friend for an extended sleepover 鈥� next time he'll put his favorite toys away before the guest arrives.
Top Picks: 'Friends' on Blu-ray, Led Zeppelin live DVD, and moreRelive all of 'Friends' with the new Blu-ray set, learn about Thomas Jefferson in Jon Meacham's new biography 'Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power,' and more top picks.
Scallops with almond butter and creamy cauliflowerWhether it's date night or dinner for one, this meal comes together quickly, and is simply elegant. Browned scallops drizzled with lemon juice and almond butter sauce sit on a bed of creamy cauliflower.
Thanksgiving: Pop culture's forgotten holiday (sort of)Sure, Halloween and the winter holidays get all the movies and songs. But Thanksgiving has gotten a few famous places in pop culture, from the Peanuts to Steve Martin trying to get home.
Thanksgiving leftovers: Try these classic recipesTry these creative ways to prolong the chef's grateful rest.
Autumn sweet potato saladLooking at an upcoming week of turkey sandwiches? Make this simple sweet potato salad ahead of time and have an interesting side dish ready to go.聽- Anchors resign on air in dispute with Maine TV news stationAnchors resign on air: Two news anchors resigned at the end of Tuesday's 6 p.m. broadcast. Later, when they were off air, they expressed frustration with the TV station's management.
Victorian pumpkin pieNo Thanksgiving table is complete without a classic pumpkin pie. For a retro variation, try this recipe from the late 1800s.
Santa and co. battle a villain in 'Rise of the Guardians': movie reviewThe movie has its charms, but children might find the movie too intense.
Thanksgiving: Teaching gratitude is always in seasonThanksgiving gratitude isn't only seasonal. Teaching gratitude and awareness of what is good in children's lives can rub off 鈥� there's so much to appreciate, from a cloud to a warm home to a good meal. Without that perspective, only the things kids don't have will seem important.
'The Price is Right' model wins pregnancy discrimination suit'The Price is Right' producers were ordered to pay nearly $777,000 to former model Brandi Cochran, who said in her discrimination suit that she lost her job because of her pregnancy.聽
鈥楪od is the clouds,鈥� a son advises his pondering momHow do we talk about faith with our children? Before her son ever asked the 'Mom, do you believe in God?' question, a mom asked him, 'So what is God?' His answer helped her ponder her own faith more.
'Lincoln': 6 actors who won Oscars for portraying historical figures 'Lincoln' actor Daniel Day-Lewis is already a frontrunner for this year's Best Actor Oscar for his portrayal of the sixteenth president. Here are a few other actors who took home a statuette when they portrayed real people.
Thanksgiving with relatives: Tame parenting performance anxietyCelebrating Thanksgiving with relatives? Here are 8 tips for how to tame your parenting performance anxiety over well-meaning 鈥� but unsolicited 鈥� parenting advice.
Director Ang Lee takes on the 'unfilmable' 'Life of Pi': movie reviewLife of Pi: One of the challenges was preventing the leading man from being eaten by a tiger. Fortunately, this movie adaption fares better than the 'unfilmable' Clout Atlas.
Tolkien family files suit for 'morally questionable' marketing of 'Rings'Tolkien family files suit: The heirs of J.R.R. Tolkien are suing producers of two Tolkien moves, 'Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' for selling digital rights to an online slot machine game. The family filed suit in Los Angeles.
Mini pumpkin pies with gingerbread graham cracker crustMix it up this Thanksgiving with mini pumpkin pies. Find gingerbread graham crackers for the crust of a lifetime, and top with whipped cream for a fun and decadent holiday dessert.
