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Top 10 Burger King changes
Burger King's new menu has a purpose. Last year, Wendy's surpassed Burger King to become the second best-selling burger chain in the United States. It was close: Wendy's had $8.5 billion in sales, while Burger King had $8.4 billion. (Both were miles behind No. 1 McDonald's, at $34 billion). In an effort to regain the No. 2 slot, the chain has undergone a massive makeover, complete with Burger King new menu items, décor, and employee uniforms. Here are the Top 10 changes Burger King has made in the past year, in its biggest overhaul since it first opened its doors back in 1954:
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Border bunglers: 10 odd smuggling attempts foiled by US agents
Drugs are just a few of the illegal products – from the exotic to the mundane – that people attempt to sneak across the US-Mexico border everyday. Here are 10 examples of creative ways people tried to sneak something past Customs.
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10 moments from the life of Queen Elizabeth II
From the new book 'Elizabeth the Queen,' 10 new insights into the modern monarch.
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Will and Kate visit L.A.: Locals' top 10 southern California must-sees
Royal newlyweds William and Kate have a busy, business-first itinerary for their three-day visit to southern California, which begins Friday. If they had asked us, we’d have given them these 10 tips for how to savor the SoCal experience. For every obvious tourist gambit, we’ve thrown in some insider info about where to pan for the best Angeleno cultural gold.
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In Pictures: Fun fried foods
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Cinco de Mayo recipe round-up
Mexican- or Southwest-inspired dishes to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
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Cinco de Mayo: Shrimp tacos with spring onion salsa
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mexican inspired shrimp tacos.
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Top 10 Burger King changes
Burger King's new menu has a purpose. Last year, Wendy's surpassed Burger King to become the second best-selling burger chain in the United States. It was close: Wendy's had $8.5 billion in sales, while Burger King had $8.4 billion. (Both were miles behind No. 1 McDonald's, at $34 billion). In an effort to regain the No. 2 slot, the chain has undergone a massive makeover, complete with Burger King new menu items, décor, and employee uniforms. Here are the Top 10 changes Burger King has made in the past year, in its biggest overhaul since it first opened its doors back in 1954:
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Border bunglers: 10 odd smuggling attempts foiled by US agents
Drugs are just a few of the illegal products – from the exotic to the mundane – that people attempt to sneak across the US-Mexico border everyday. Here are 10 examples of creative ways people tried to sneak something past Customs.
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Mardi Gras jambalaya or Cajun gumbo?
Their differences are slight, both are perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras Lousiana-style. This duck and andouille sausage gumbo is comfort food with a Creole/Cajun kick.
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Meatless Monday: Winter squash and bean stew
A hearty bean and squash stew that will last throughout the week.
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Super Bowl party appetizer ideas
A few Super Bowl appetizer ideas to help you fuel up for the 6:30 p.m. kick-off.
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10 moments from the life of Queen Elizabeth II
From the new book 'Elizabeth the Queen,' 10 new insights into the modern monarch.
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Cranberry chipotle appetizer meatballs
A sweet, savory, spicy, and surprisingly delicious appetizer.
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Quick tortilla chicken soup
Tortilla soup is a one-dish recipe for an easy and healthy weeknight supper.
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Change Agent
She shows Mexican-Americans a traditional way to eat better
In a poor area of El Paso, Texas, Rubí Orozco has pushed aside the junk food and reintroduced fresh, nutritious traditional Mexican dishes.
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Meatless Monday: Zucchini tomato goulash
This hearty goulash creates a lively side dish or vegetarian meal.
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Will and Kate visit L.A.: Locals' top 10 southern California must-sees
Royal newlyweds William and Kate have a busy, business-first itinerary for their three-day visit to southern California, which begins Friday. If they had asked us, we’d have given them these 10 tips for how to savor the SoCal experience. For every obvious tourist gambit, we’ve thrown in some insider info about where to pan for the best Angeleno cultural gold.
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Tilapia fish tacos
Simple fish tacos are even more delicious if you use sustainable fish like tilapia.
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In Pictures: Fun fried foods
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May is National Hamburger Month
Hamburgers, hamburgers, hamburgers!
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Cinco de Mayo: Mexican steak tacos
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mexican tacos.
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Cinco de Mayo: Six fun facts about the Fifth of May
Cinco de Mayo: Although the holiday observes a historic battle in Mexico, it is celebrated with much more fervor north of the border with fiestas, parades, and concerts. Here are six things about Cinco de Mayo, or Fifth of May, that may surprise.
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Cinco de Mayo recipe: Mexican chocolate cake
Cinco de Mayo recipe: Mexican chocolate cake is even more delicious topped with a dollop of coffee cream. Of course, you don't have to just make it on Cinco de Mayo. It's good all year round.
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Cinco de Mayo food recipe: Green chicken chilaquiles
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with chicken chilaquiles.
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Record Store Day: Five gems worth hunting for
Here are five gems that you'll never see warping in the sun at a garage sale at my house.
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Mardi Gras 2011: Louisiana shrimp creole
Mardi Gras is the perfect occasion for shrimp creole, a traditional Louisiana dish.
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Cookbook review: 'Cooking Light Comfort Food'
Rich comfort food favorites are given 'makeovers' into healthy and delicious dishes.
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Quirky Christmas traditions around the world
Christmas cheer is widespread in the days leading up to Dec. 24 and 25, but it manifests itself in many different ways, from predicting the future to trying not to choke on a hidden coin. Below are just a few of the many unusual Christmas traditions around the world.
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Roasted chili cumin chicken with pickled red onions
Inspired by Mexican street food sweet, tangy pickled red onions and chopped cilantro give roasted chili cumin chicken a lively, fresh finish.
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