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Daylight savings time and my three sons at home: the exception, futile, and outdatedDaylight savings time doesn't get much spring out of the oldest, is seen as an exception to the middle boy, and an archaic mechanism made redundant聽by electricity.
France's president wants to extend paternity participationFrench President Francis Hollande is proposing legislation to put more fathers on paternity leave, and wants to increase aid to single parents whose partners fall behind on child support.聽
Peeps, at 60, show no sign of slowing downPeeps are 60 years old, but they're only just reaching their prime. With new spinoff products and marketing focus, it's a ripe time for the yellow聽marshmallow聽chicks.- 'War Witch' brings the plight of an African child soldier to horrifying lifeThe magical realism tropes in 'Witch' are clunky, but the audience identifies completely with the film's protagonist, Komona.
'Beyond the Hills' follows two women's broken relationship'Beyond,' a movie by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, is at times unnecessarily repetitive.
'Oz The Great and Powerful' is less than magical'Oz The Great and Powerful'' features an affable James Franco and radiant Michelle Williams, but its Wizard-origin story drags.
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'Oz the Great and Powerful' takes a gamble with a beloved story'Oz the Great and Powerful' stars James Franco as the famous Wizard and Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, and Michelle Williams as a trio of familiar witches.
American Idol: The Top 10 are unveiledAmerican Idol recap: On Thursday night, American Idol wrapped up it's three-night event by unveiling of the Top 10. Did your favorites make it through?- Claude King, one of Louisiana's greatest songwriters, diesClaude King dies but his music lives on. Claude King was one of the original members of the Louisiana Hayride, where Elvis Presley got his start. Claude King's big hit was 'Wolverton Mountain.'
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Michael Jordan marriage: His Airness applies for licenseMichael Jordan marriage? Michael Jordan applied for a marriage license in Florida. It will be Michael Jordan's second marriage.
8-year-old handcuffed for tantrum: Was it the right move?An 8-year-old girl was handcuffed for a tantrum at her elementary school in Alton, Ill. Would you handcuff an 8-year-old for a tantrum?聽
Alvin Lee, Ten Years After founder, electrified at WoodstockAlvin Lee and Ten Years After released ten albums together featuring the group's mix of blues, swing jazz and rock and toured the US 28 times in seven years.
Jimmy Fallon: Stern to replace him? An NBC late-night hosting job may be vacantJimmy Fallon, Stern job shake-up? Sources say NBC wants to replace 'Tonight Show' host Jay Leno with Jimmy Fallon and bring in Howard Stern to fill Fallon's old spot. NBC denies the Leno story. If Stern was to replace Fallon, he would presumably leave his job as an 'America's Got Talent' judge.
Snooki loses 42 pounds: Gym manager says she gained mommy insightSnooki lost 42 pounds, one of a series of lifestyle changes the MTV's Jersey Shore reality show star has made post-baby. Her trainers say she's changed herself around, inspiring this mom to get on the fit train.聽
Lively, hearty black bean soup with ham hocksLots of big flavors鈥� cumin, garlic, celery, red bell pepper, tomatoes, jalape帽o pepper, and smoked ham hock鈥� blend into a satisfying soup with a Southwestern kick.聽
Regis Philbin will host new show for Fox sports networkPhilbin will host a new weekday sports talk show for the network. It will be Philbin's first new show since 'Live! With Regis and Kelly.'
37-pound cat finds home, becomes second fat pet in familyA 37-pound cat named Biscuit was adopted by a family with another fat cat. The new owners said the 37-pound cat will be a good companion to their other pet.