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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life of many Americans, how can young adults detach drinking from having fun?- Powdered alcohol: Federal approval withdrawn, for nowPowdered alcohol: A product called "Palcohol" won federal approvals "in error," says an Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau official.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.
Full STEAM ahead: Schools add art to STEM curriculaAcross the nation, many schools are taking steps to integrate different academic disciplines, some adding art studies into traditional STEM curricula, as part of a growing effort to better connect science and technology with innovative thinking.- 'Heaven is for Real' joins Hollywood's year of faith'Heaven is for Real' debuted with a box office take of $21.5 million over the Easter weekend in US and Canadian theaters. 'Heaven is for Real' is the fourth faith-based movie that's opened already this year.
Easter leftovers? Make a ham salad.When you find yourself knee-deep in leftover holiday ham, keep calm and make ham salad.
'Transcendence' proves no match for 'Captain America''Captain America: Winter Soldier' topped US box office sales for the third week in a row with more that double the ticket sales of Johnny Depp's 'Transcendence.'聽
Spring sprout and farro saladCelebrate the arrival of spring with this new greens salad.- Gwen Stefani to replace Christina Aguilera on 'The Voice'Gwen Stefani is reportedly joining 'The Voice' as a coach, replacing Christina Aguilera. The two new Season 7 coaches are Pharell Williams and Gwen Stefani.
- Miss America prom proposal: Why student got suspendedMiss America prom proposal lands Pennsylvania high school student in hot water. In front of an all-student assembly, Patrick Farves asked the current Miss America, Nina Davuluri, to his prom.
Easter jewel cookiesEaster candy meets buttery goodness in this fun kid-friendly cookie recipe. Make up the dough ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze it until you're ready to bake.聽
Extended family childcare: Take the help, table the adviceExtended family caring for children is almost always a welcome gesture for parents, but along with the help comes extra opinions in the mix.
Brooklyn Beckham cougar attack: A double standard?Brooklyn Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, was featured on a magazine cover, and his appearance was met with a slew of inappropriate comments from older women. If the tables were turned, would parents allow the harassment?聽
'Jessie' breaks romantic ground for Disney'Jessie':聽It's the first time a lead character on the children's TV channel has become engaged, said Adam Bonnett, Disney Channel executive vice president of original programming.
Easter candy: Homemade Peeps that are better than store-boughtThis Easter, try making your own Peeps 鈥� they'll taste great, and are endlessly customizable. Whether you're a family of head-biters, or a all-in-one-bite bunch, these marshmallow chicks will disappear quick.
'Transcendence': Not a transcendent movie experience'Transcendence,' starring Johnny Depp, is聽the聽latest vehicle for the far-ranging actor.
'Mrs. Doubtfire' sequel in develpment, 21 years later'Mrs. Doubtfire' sequel:聽While no deals are in place yet, Robin Williams and Chris Columbus are in talks to join the production, Summey said.