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10 Mom myths: 'Because I Said So': Ken Jennings busts myths your mother told you
Here are 10 of "mom myths "from Jennings' new book in which he questions family wisdom.
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Halloween: 10 not-so-scary books for young readers
Looking for a good read on Pumpkin Day? Here are 10 fun and lighthearted Halloween books.
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Happy Halloween: Five free ghoulish iPhone games to play on the go
We have some Halloween ideas for you to enjoy the holiday at the touch of a finger. Here are five great free iPhone apps to try:
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Jack-o'-lanterns and more: five symbols in the history of Halloween
Halloween has its own collection of seasonal iconography, much like a Christmas tree or an Easter basket. Since the October holiday straddles the line between celebration and superstition, it's no surprise some of the day's symbols are of a darker origin.
Here are five things that are intertwined with the history of Halloween.
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In Pictures: Send us your Halloween 2011 Jack-o-lanterns
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Opinion: After Sandy Hook and Webster, N.Y., the real 'monster' only community can heal
After the Sandy Hook massacre in Newtown, Conn. and now the shooting ambush of firefighters in Webster, N.Y., public dialogue has focused on the world's evil. But the real 'monster' is the abuse and neglect that kills kids every day – stopped by strong communities, not guns.
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Modern Parenthood
Holiday feasts: A time for families to talk about reducing food wasteThe average family of four discards $2,000 worth of food annually while 1 in 4 Americans struggles to buy groceries. Parents and their children can become a part of the solution by making slight changes of habit and reducing food waste.
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Top Picks: Songs of Christmas cheer, Jeremy Renner as The Bourne Legacy, and more
Two e-readers work well with little lighting, the 'Charlie Brown Christmas' soundtrack is the perfect accompaniment to any holiday, and more top picks.
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Johnny Manziel, a freshman, snags the Heisman
Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel made football history Saturday night by winning the Heisman Trophy, a feat never before accomplished by a freshman.
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10 Mom myths: 'Because I Said So': Ken Jennings busts myths your mother told you
Here are 10 of "mom myths "from Jennings' new book in which he questions family wisdom.
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Culture Cafe
Thanksgiving: Pop culture's forgotten holiday (sort of)Sure, Halloween and the winter holidays get all the movies and songs. But Thanksgiving has gotten a few famous places in pop culture, from the Peanuts to Steve Martin trying to get home.
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Paul Ryan and his modern family on the campaign trail
Paul Ryan and his modern family were on the campaign trail together last weekend. Mr. Ryan's three kids, all under age 10, are adjusting to the national spotlight as their dad campaigns for vice president.
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The Monitor's View: Good riddance, Sandy. Hello sea barriers?
Individuals and government have done much that is praiseworthy in the recovery effort following superstorm Sandy. But what should be done to prevent the next disaster?
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Stir It Up!
Halloween leftovers: Peanut butter cup and Snickers crunch browniesBake your way through some of that extra Halloween candy with this three-layer ooey-gooey brownie recipe.
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Stir It Up!
Too much leftover Halloween candy? Use it to make a delicious hot drink.Halloween hot chocolate (think: liquid candy) is a great way to use up Halloween treats.
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The X Factor Final 12 revealed (+video)
X Factor recap: After tricking their audience by airing their first live show on Halloween, The X Factor returned on Thursday to reveal their top 12 contestants.
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Hurricane Sandy: Halloween postponed for millions of kids
Children up and down the East Coast were advised not to to trick or treat on Wednesday, as millions struggled to cope with the damage done by hurricane Sandy.
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Stir It Up!
Spiced cider pound cakeUse real apple cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to flavor this pound cake. Serve it as-is, or top it with a glaze of your choice for a homey dessert or gift.
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Happy Halloween! No loser candy or mean monster here
Happy Halloween at this dad's house means not having loser candy. It means not being a mean monster to the Winnie-the-Pooh who takes too many treats. And it means letting a tiny policeman use the bathroom.
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Happy Halloween! Wait, Americans spend how much on candy?!
'Happy Halloween,' reads store signs across the United States. Halloween is one of the most profitable holidays of the year. Why? Candy!
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No prank: On Halloween, US military forces train for zombie apocalypse
The scenario is part of a counterterrorism summit held this week. A zombie invasion would have characteristics similar to other catastrophic events and would be 'a federal incident,' a summit organizer says.
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Halloween: 10 not-so-scary books for young readers
Looking for a good read on Pumpkin Day? Here are 10 fun and lighthearted Halloween books.
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Happy Halloween: Five free ghoulish iPhone games to play on the go
We have some Halloween ideas for you to enjoy the holiday at the touch of a finger. Here are five great free iPhone apps to try:
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Help after hurricane Sandy
A Christian Science perspective: After the massive damage from hurricane Sandy, what can help the clean-up and restoration process and provide courage and strength to move forward?
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'Sinister' is made even spookier with its unnerving soundtrack
'Sinister' stars Ethan Hawke as a novelist who discovers a box of disturbing home movies.
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Sandy, unspent, moves toward Great Lakes. How much more rain, snow?
'Superstorm' Sandy was over western Pennsylvania Tuesday morning, moving toward the Great Lakes. Some spots may see a foot of rain, and waves on Lakes Michigan and Huron could reach 35 feet.
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Anti-bullying program grows despite being accused of gay agenda
A national anti-bullying program has organized 3,000 schools to participate in "Mix It Up at Lunch Day." The American Family Association, a conservative Christian group is boycotting the event, labeling it a nationwide promotion of gay lifestyle.
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Modern Parenthood
Hurricane Sandy: Stay safe at home with the kids using these tipsHurricane Sandy is heading up the East Coast and could arrive in New York and New Jersey next week. Stay safe with these Red Cross tips on preparing for a hurricane.
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Stir It Up!
Halloween pumpkin cookie ballsOreos combined with a block of cream cheese and then rolled in chocolate? Surprisingly good!
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East Coast utilities prep for Hurricane Sandy aka 'Frankenstorm'
Burned by long power outages last fall, utility companies are prepping for the arrival of Hurricane Sandy, which is expected merge with a winter storm and create what forecasters are branding "Frankenstorm." As many as 50 million people could be effected by Sandy.
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