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How basketry preserved a peopleZulu basketry began to die out because of tin and plastic containers, but now the craft is flourishing.
Golden Globe Awards: The 2012 nominees Who are the nominees for the prestigious Golden Globes? Check out our list.
Chocolate turtle cookiesThis "thumbprint" fudgy, nutty cookie with a caramel center is perfect for holiday parties.
America's 4 parenting cultures What parenting culture do you belong to? Do you spank? Attend church regularly? Believe teens need birth control education? Let your belief in the inherent goodness of humans guide your parenting? There are "Four Family Cultures" or moral ecosystems in the US, say researchers at the University of Virginia's Culture of American Families Project. See where you fit in to the four cultures of Faithful, Detached, Engaged Progressive or American Dreamer.鈥� Stephanie Hanes, Modern Parenthood Blogger
Web transforms adoption: Closed adoption over, commodification inFor good or ill, the era of closed adoption effectively is over with online databases, archives, and social media, says a new report by the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute. Meanwhile, unregulated adoption websites contribute to the commodification of adoption.
Pasta with chestnuts, pancetta, and sageChestnuts are nutty and slightly sweet and pair beautifully with woodsy sage and salty pancetta. Add them all to a thick pasta for hearty and satisfying meal.- Siba's gift to meThe child of a friend shows the author that she's found home.
Why no new Christmas carols?We're still singing songs from the nineteenth century. Why nothing newer?
Ravi Shankar bridged cultures by bringing sitar to the West, but at a costRavi Shankar collaborated with some of the biggest names in rock, jazz, and classical music. But in India critics said he was commercializing spiritual sitar music that was not properly understood.
'Sesame Street' tackles the big 'D,' DivorceSesame Street made a first attempted a segment on divorce in 1992, but it made preschoolers cry so it never aired. It has now returned to divorce with segments airing online only.
Paul McCartney to front Nirvana for a benefit concert?Will Paul McCartney fill the role of Kurt Cobain for a Nirvana reunion? Representatives won't confirm anything, but rumors say the group will perform a new song with the former Beatle.
12-12-12: An auspicious date for a $1,212,120 wedding?12-12-12 is the latest triple-date marketing opportunity for the wedding industry. Banking on Chinese numerology, one Vegas wedding package is priced at $1,212,120 and includes a private jet.
'Storage Wars' lawsuit: Former cast member says show is rigged'Storage Wars' lawsuit: David Hester, a former participant on the show, says he was fired because he complained about producers adding items to lockers to add drama. 'Storage Wars' airs on A&E.
'Man of Steel' trailer shows character exploration, big-budget visuals (+trailer)'Man of Steel' will explore the character of Superman before he has fully assumed his superhero identity.
SAG award nominations: 'Argo' and 'Lincoln' top the listAmong the top nominees for the聽Screen Actors Guild聽film聽awards聽on Wednesday, were the actors of Iran hostage drama 'Argo' and drama 'Lincoln.'
Jenna Bush Hager pregnant: George W. Bush to be first-time grandpaJenna Bush Hager announced her pregnancy this morning on the 'Today' show. The former first daughter and husband Henry are expecting the arrival of their first child this spring.
Ravi Shankar: Sitar virtuoso and father of the rock benefit concertRavi Shankar: George Harrison called him "the godfather of world music."聽 Ravi Shankar helped millions of classical, jazz and rock lovers discover the centuries-old traditions of Indian music.
Chocolate-dipped green tea shortbread cookiesJapanese matcha green tea and bittersweet chocolate make these buttery shortbread cookies deliciously decadent, with coffee or tea.聽
Rescue dog: Albie stretches the boundaries of human loveRescue dog Albie takes a nap with his owner and sparks a reverie on the spiritual connections of an extended family ... particularly the canine extension.
Holiday appetizer: Goat cheese stuffed datesAn easy appetizer that tastes delicious, takes only five minutes to make, and can be prepared hours ahead of the party.