Surprising ways to throw a holiday feast without cooking a thing
By Jessica Haggard Cooking is a huge source of stress during the holidays – planning, buying and spending long hours in the kitchen can take the joy out of hosting. This year, enjoy a holiday feast...
View ArticleAt Nevada’s Clown Motel, the vibe is creepier than ever, and business is good
By Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Business is so good at the Clown Motel, you might expect more of its painted faces to be smiling. But as Vijay Mehar has learned in his years as owner...
View Article10 new TV shows from 2024 that are worth watching before the new year
By ALICIA RANCILIO, Associated Press It could be argued that 2024 wasn’t the best year for television. Highly anticipated shows like the final season of “Stranger Things,” “The Last of Us” and “The...
View ArticleDaily Horoscope for December 15, 2024
General Daily Insight for December 15, 2024 We can speak the truth without complication. The day begins with plenty of potential and a Full Moon in Gemini before the Sun in honest Sagittarius pokes...
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David Schweizer, theater director who championed emerging playwrights, dies
David Schweizer, a theater director who championed emerging playwrights and worked at Baltimore Center Stage, died of a heart attack Dec. 5 in New York City. He was 74 and lived in Manhattan. He was...
View ArticleDaily Horoscope for December 16, 2024
General Daily Insight for December 16, 2024 A little stability couldn’t hurt! The Moon is moving along through Cancer for the day, setting us up to seek out security. The day begins with a pair of...
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Anne Arundel’s elementary school artists shine at Winter Wonderland themed...
Art created by students in Anne Arundel County Public Schools is on display at the Winter Wonderland Art Exhibit in the Annapolis Mall. There are more than 275 pieces of art hanging on the walls on the...
View ArticleQuick Fix: Crusty Chicken with Florentin Rice
Linda Gassenheimer | Tribune News Service I added extra flavor to boneless chicken tenderloin with this Mediterranean spice coating of allspice, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. To keep the chicken moist,...
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Rock of ages: 2024 was a banner year for music by artists in their 20s, 80s...
No matter the style, the music world has long been bookended by rising young artists and seasoned veterans alike, wannabes and legends, chart-toppers, cult acts and the journeymen and women in between....
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Tired of elves? Redditors recommend these alternative Christmas movies
By Avery Newmark, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS) Tired of watching Buddy the Elf scarf down spaghetti with maple syrup? Reddit users have stepped up with plenty of suggestions for alternative...
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Joshua Tree too crowded? Try these 3 enchanting desert hikes near L.A.
By Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Now is the time of year when I try not to brag too much about how great the weather is. Soon enough, my friends back home in the South will start posting on...
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Gretchen’s table: Stir-fried cashew chicken is almost as easy as takeout
Gretchen McKay | (TNS) Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Is there anything that hits the spot better on a busy school night or over-scheduled weekend than takeout Chinese food? Related Articles Restaurants, Food...
View ArticleDaily Horoscope for December 17, 2024
General Daily Insight for December 17, 2024 Our emotions can turn on a dime today. The Moon is in sensitive Cancer, and its sextile to Uranus in Taurus will drive us to act out. Additionally, the...
View ArticleWine, etc.: Luxurious — and less-expensive — wines to make your holiday...
As we near the end of the year and holiday celebrations begin, we should take time to reflect on our blessings. Food and wine are secondary to our health, our friends and family, our successes and the...
View ArticleAsking Eric: I’m embarrassed by my friend’s doggie bag shenanigans
Dear Eric: I have been a Thanksgiving guest of my dear friends for decades. About three years ago, they learned a friend of mine, with whom they are acquainted, had no plans for the day. So, she was...
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Baltimore Scene: Community Foundation of Howard County | PHOTOS
A night of food, fellowship and philanthropy. Guests at the Community Foundation of Howard County’s Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy enjoyed a cocktail hour to mingle and network at the...
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Social media chef Tini Younger to cook at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood tailgate for...
Maryland native and cooking sensation Tineke “Tini” Younger is bringing her viral mac and cheese to Baltimore. The social media chef will cook at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s tailgate party on Saturday...
View ArticleHow to make Brussels sprouts irresistible (yes, it can be done)
Beth Dooley | (TNS) The Minnesota Star Tribune Brussels sprouts: green nuggets, caramelized to a sweet-salty fare-thee-well; classic side dish; go-to appetizer. Credit David Chang of Momofuku for...
View ArticleGretchen’s table: Simple carne guisada fills your kitchen with lovely aromas
Gretchen McKay | (TNS) Pittsburgh Post-Gazette When it comes to one-pot meals, you rarely go wrong with a dish built around chuck roast. The budget cut requires long and slow cooking to turn it into a...
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New holiday rom-coms are here! 5 to watch this season
I started watching this year’s batch of new Christmas romantic comedies in October. It was admittedly quite early, but it had to be done to sort through the dozens of new movies from Netflix, Hulu,...
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