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Jury: Promoter not to blame for Michael Jackson deathIn Wednesday's verdict, jurors rejected claims that AEG Live, the country's second largest concert promoter, was negligent for hiring the physician who killed pop star Michael Jackson with a sleep aid overdose.聽
Decadent recipes for chocolate desserts From classics such as chewy chocolate chip cookies and chocolate cake with buttercream frosting, to crazy candy creations such as Peanut Butter Cup and Snickers crunch brownies; whatever your guilty pleasure, we've got you covered with more than 50 chocolate recipes.
Don't cry for libraries: young people have their backsWhile doomsayers have been predicting that the Internet will render libraries obsolete for over a decade, young people aren't ready to give them up just yet, says a Pew Research Center report.
Real-life 'Gullah Gullah Island' in dangerThe real life residents of former Nickelodeon television series, 'Gullah Gullah Island' are in danger of losing their island to developers, presenting a rare opportunity for families to connect childhood memories with current events.
Sal Mineo is the subject of a biopic by James FrancoSal Mineo is the subject of James Franco's new biopic, 'Sal.' Sal Mineo is played by Val Lauren in Franco's film.
Malin Akerman discusses her new TV comedy 'Trophy Wife'Malin Akerman portrays the new wife of a twice-divorced father (Bradley Whitford) on the ABC comedy. Malin Akerman has previously appeared in films such as 'Couples Retreat' and '27 Dresses.'
'Lucky dog:' CBS show gives 22 pups new leash on lifeDog trainer Brandon McMillan swoops into animal shelters across the US, rescuing untrained and unadoptable dogs. He trains and places 22 dogs in homes in 22 weeks for CBS's 'Lucky Dog.'
Frito pie: Anthony Bourdain serves some humble pieFrito pie: Food critic Anthony Bourdain insulted New Mexico's Frito pie. But now a spokeswoman for CNN's "Parts Unknown" says Bourdain made a mistake.
While you were inDeer chewed, crows cawed, peas grew, hummingbirds flew.
Fitness takes a skyward leapThe newest trend in exercising involves tools such as aerial silks, ropes, and hoops.
A bounty year for applesauceFor reasons that remain a mystery, the backyard trees sprouted apples for the first time in 10 years. Homely and organic in appearance, homemade applesauce is a tasty solution for the bounty.
Building blocks: High-level learning comes with low-tech toys
Cybersecurity: 5 pointers for parents Cybersecurity is an increasingly important kind of awareness for everybody to have, because, in this very social media environment, security 鈥� of our data, identity, and property 鈥� it's just as 鈥渃rowd-sourced鈥� as media is now. Cybersecurity has become such a pervasive risk that the Department of Homeland Security has designated October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. We all know that kids are doing as much, if not more, sharing and producing as everybody else. So here, from our brand-new guide at ConnectSafely.org, are some kid-specific cybersecurity pointers for parents:
Government shutdown is no game: Congress 'rage quits'Government shutdown: The federal government shutdown is the political equivalent of a 'rage quit,' leaving kids and families to suffer as collateral damage.
Simple butterscotch pieSometimes simple pies are the very best. This butterscotch pie comes together in the blender in just a few minutes.聽
Identical triplets: UK family brings home trio of joyIdentical triplets: The Gilbert family welcomes home their three identical triplet girls after a risky pregnancy followed by six weeks in intensive care, and they couldn't be happier.- Harry Potter spinoff movie: 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them'Harry Potter spinoff movie: Warner Bros. secures trademarks for J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter spinoff titles and main characters, offering clues to where the Potter movie series will go next.
The 25 best animated movies of all time 鈥� readers' picks What's the best animated film ever made? We asked Monitor readers to vote for their favorite. Which took the top spot?
A 'Breaking Bad' dinner: From tableside guacamole, to 'Americone Dream' ice cream pieThe last episode of AMC's 'Breaking Bad' may have aired, but we know the show's impact is far from over. Catch up on old episodes with a few of these dishes inspired by the characters.聽
Generation social: Sharing 'on behalf of' your kidsShutter-happy parents love sharing kid photos, cute stories, and parenting mishaps on social media, but how much sharing is too much? Try the 'grandma rule,' suggests this mom.