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Ramadan 101: Five facts about the holy month of Ramadan

Throughout the month-long holiday, they will fast from dawn to dusk. Ramadan is happening at the heart of summer this year, posing a greater challenge than normal for those observing the fast.
In Pictures: East Africa endures drought
In Pictures: Mothers around the world
Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 04/14
Bare feet to pat-downs: Five big changes in TSA screening at airports

Security screening at US airports has undergone waves of changes in the years since the terror attacks of September 11, 2001.

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The Simple Dollar
Saving money through baby food

If you use the right ingredients, pureeing your own baby food can be a smart financial move
Change Agent
Food gardens at Cape Town schools grow food and teach farming skills

The SEED Organic Classroom Programme at 21 South African schools teaches sustainable farming techniques while feeding students.
Horizons
$10 Internet service: Do you qualify?

$10 Internet: Comcast is now offering Internet service for just under $10 a month. But not everyone qualifies.
Stir It Up!
The James Beard Foundation recognizes leaders in sustainable food

Michelle Obama, Alice Waters among others receive an inaugural award that recognizes efforts to create a healthier, safer, and more sustainable food world.
Ramadan 101: Five facts about the holy month of Ramadan

Throughout the month-long holiday, they will fast from dawn to dusk. Ramadan is happening at the heart of summer this year, posing a greater challenge than normal for those observing the fast.
Whole Foods charity: Get healthy food to kids

Whole Foods is targeting children with its new charity. Whole Foods Foundation will work with schools and others to improve kids' food choices.
In Pictures: East Africa endures drought
Chocolate milk may be banned from Los Angeles schools

Chocolate milk, with all of its added sugar, has become a new target for people concerned with childhood obesity in Los Angeles. Most of the milk consumed in schools is chocolate milk.
In Pictures: Mothers around the world
Mother's Day: Are you mothering your kids the 'right' way?

This Mother's Day, let's take stock of the culture of judgment that surrounds parenting. The ideological battle lines on breast-feeding, vaccinations, sleep training, and disposable diapers are fierce. That's why I'm singing that battle hymn of the moderate mother.
Jamie Oliver gets rude awakening in LA

Jamie Oliver had smashing successes in England and Huntington, W. Va., where he has hosted his 'Food Revolution' show in past seasons. This season he's in LA, and the city has yet to embrace him. Will a dejected Jamie Oliver give up on the City of Angels?
Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 04/14
Diggin' It
School gardens serve a vital purpose

School gardens may be small and sometimes not well-tended, but they are important to encourage environmental literacy and overcome 'nature deficit' in kids.
Michelle Obama will write a book on her White House garden

Michelle Obama will write about what inspired her garden and will also share favorite Obama family recipes.
The Vote
Sarah Palin doesn't want a feud with Michelle Obama. We think.

In a wide-ranging, unscripted address to business leaders on Long Island, Sarah Palin mixed in Michelle Obama, rising inflation, and her vision of the ideal presidential candidate.
How India feeds 120 million kids a day

India is home to the world's largest free-lunch program giving many schoolchildren across the country what may be their only hot meal for the day.
House votes a $4.5 billion boost for child nutrition, school lunches

The bill makes biggest changes to Child Nutrition Act in half a century. It expands access to school lunch program and lets USDA set child nutrition guidelines for schools. Next stop: Obama's desk.
Bare feet to pat-downs: Five big changes in TSA screening at airports

Security screening at US airports has undergone waves of changes in the years since the terror attacks of September 11, 2001.
Economist Mom
Should breast pumps be tax deductible?

Breast pumps currently count neither as a health expense nor a work-related expense. Should they?
Top 10 benefits of a college degree

A college degree pays off financially and intangibly for the graduate – and for society at large, says a report from the College Board. Here are 10 top benefits:
Global Hunger Index top 10: Which nations have reduced hunger most?

The Global Hunger Index, released Monday, shows progress against hunger in South Asia and Latin America. But the world needs to focus on childhood nutrition for this to continue.
Formula recall: What to do if Similac is on your shelf

Formula recall involves cans and plastic containers of Similac powdered infant formula.
Similac formula recalled because of beetles

Similac formula, baby formula produced by Abbott Laboratories, has been recalled due to the possible presence of beetles in the powder.
School nutrition: Healthier ingredients, more education for 2010-11

School nutrition has advanced for the 2010-11 school year as parents, children, and government programs push healthy menu options.
Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 07/15