Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to share a festive meal and reflect on their blessings. With that comes the expectation of a full-on turkey dinner — and the stress of planning, shopping, and cooking. But hosts have…
If you’re cooking a holiday meal for the same family and friends you always see, it might be time to change things up a bit. A whole, traditionally roasted turkey can look nice on the table, but cooking a whole…
Heart disease is the number one killer of older Americans, and according to the American Heart Association there’s a direct link between the winter holidays and increased instances of heart attacks. Whether it’s a Christmas coronary or Hanukkah heart attack,…
The holidays are a notoriously pricey time of the year. Between hosting holiday parties and buying gifts for everyone from coworkers to your loved ones, the spending can quickly add up. But that doesn’t have to be the case. To…
If there’s one thing celebrities love, it’s talking about themselves on social media and the brands they love — or love to hate. But what social media giveth, it can taketh away. One ill-timed tweet, photo, or status update can…
Nearly every parent relishes an opportunity to do something for free (or very cheaply) with their children. Given how much it costs to raise a child, especially if they pursue pricey after-school activities, occasional freebies are practically a necessity to…
There’s a lot to do to get the house and yard ready as the seasons change from the heat of summer to cooler days and even cooler nights. Some of…
History is full of crucial moments (and cool inventions) whose significance can sometimes be impossible to fully grasp in the moment, but that doesn’t stop people from trying through war…
Founded as the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in 1923, the Walt Disney Co. has grown to become the world’s largest entertainment company by revenue. Just as its founder pushed the…
If youre pouring coffee, serving food, or running a store in today’s world, you can’t be a Wi-Fi dead zone. For stores and restaurants in the U.S. and around the…
There’s certainly no shortage of bad neighbors, which makes a great neighborhood filled with helpful, friendly neighbors an absolute gift. Good neighbors look out for each other and offer true…
The days are getting shorter, school is back in session, and your child is cranky, clingy, emotional, and sluggish. Sleep — or lack of it — could be an issue,…
School routines are returning after summer’s end, but schools are shaking things up to improve student health. From the lunchroom to the gym and from the classroom to the hallways,…
Death may be inevitable, but like taxes, sometimes it can be forestalled. Regular checkups and talking about any new symptoms with your doctor are of key importance in detecting any…
Are you sitting up straight with your feet on the floor? If not, you might soon experience back pain, the world’s leading cause of disability. The condition affects more than…
Crisp, cool and bursting with color, it seems like fall was designed with weddings in mind. The right venue and incredible scenery can make a fall wedding magical. Consider planning your…
Frugal families need a special treat every once in a while. Take advantage of a night out at one of many restaurants in Houston where kids can eat free or…
A breast cancer diagnosis immediately changes the life of not just the patient but also the people in her life. Thankfully women with breast cancer and their loved ones have…