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Debt-ceiling showdown: 4 reasons it's not a replay of 2011

In 2011, Congress and President Obama went to the brink of government default when congressional Republicans balked at raising the nation's debt ceiling. The spring of 2013 appears to have another debt ceiling fight in store. Here are the top four things that have changed.
'Dan Gets A Minivan': 6 stories about the transition to parenthood

In "Dan Gets a Minivan," Dan Zevin shares how he made the transition from single guy to minivan-owning dad.
In Pictures: Gas guzzlers

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Pop-Tarts' new flavors: Will they woo adults?

Pop-Tarts' new flavors may be part of the Kellogg corporation's efforts to win back adults, who have drifted away from the breakfast market, by piling on the nutrition.
Modern Parenthood Joan Rivers and April Fools: Teach your kids the difference between funny and hurtful

Joan Rivers has never taken it easy on Adele and recently poked at the Oscar-award winning star for her weight. For our kids, knowing the difference between a mean barb and harmless April Fools' Day joke can be difficult without guidance.
Modern Parenthood The 100th day: Learning's tipping point deep in the school year

The 100th day of school is a tipping point where accretion of grade-level knowledge begins to show; it's a benchmark in leaps of consciousness that teachers celebrate.
The Simple Dollar The joys and tribulations of shopping with children

A grocery trip is loaded with opportunities to both teach and demonstrate strong and sensible personal finance skills to children, Hamm writes.
Debt-ceiling showdown: 4 reasons it's not a replay of 2011

In 2011, Congress and President Obama went to the brink of government default when congressional Republicans balked at raising the nation's debt ceiling. The spring of 2013 appears to have another debt ceiling fight in store. Here are the top four things that have changed.
The Simple Dollar Make saving money part of your routine

Simple alterations to your daily routine can help you cut back on spending, Hamm writes.
The Simple Dollar Stick to the shopping list

There are temptations abound in a grocery store, and unlike other stores, it’s reasonable to convince yourself that you 'need' these things, Hamm writes.
Stir It Up! A conversation with Luisa Weiss, The Wednesday Chef

Food blogger Luisa Weiss, also known as The Wednesday Chef, has published her first book, 'My Berlin Kitchen.' Here she answers a few questions from fellow blogger, Caroline Lubbers.
'Dan Gets A Minivan': 6 stories about the transition to parenthood

In "Dan Gets a Minivan," Dan Zevin shares how he made the transition from single guy to minivan-owning dad.
In Pictures: Gas guzzlers
The fatherhood files

New to parenting, one man's motto for fatherhood: 'the last one to turn off the lights.'
As US seeks Iran nuclear deal, Iranian traders load up on Cheerios, Heinz ketchup

The sanctions aimed at pushing Tehran to accept an Iran nuclear deal have kept Iranian traders in Dubai on their toes. But they say it's US businesses that are most affected.
Fruit Roll-Ups not nutritious? Who could have guessed?

Fruit Roll-Ups lawsuit alleges that nutrition information is misleading to consumers.
Opinion: Coming to terms with my inner 'Sanctimommy'

I can't stand women who judge other moms. Yet there I was, rolling my eyes at a mother who caved to her kids' demand for a Snickers before breakfast.
Motorcycle ministry: A 'biker church' in Texas draws a devoted flock

Dennis King preaches in a converted blues bar to motorcycle riders and others who like his brand of everyone-is-welcome worship.