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4 Ways Procrastinators Can Win at Gift-Giving

Dec 11, 2019

It's down to the wire, but there are still methods to save money on your last-minute holiday purchases. Here are four simple ways to do it.

In Mexico, Effeminate Zapata Painting Draws Fury

By Maria Verza | Dec 11, 2019

A painting showing Mexican Revolution hero Emiliano Zapata nude and in an effeminate pose has drawn the ire of some of Zapata's descendants and led about 100 farmers to block the entrance to the building where it was on display Tuesday.

London Offers Winter Warmers with a Festive Flavor

By Louise Dixon | Dec 10, 2019

While the hot toddy remains popular, many cocktail bars now offer their own seasonal winter warmer. Here are five examples from London's cocktail scene, with tips for the home mixologist.

How Will the China-U.S. Trade War Affect Your Holiday Shopping?

Dec 10, 2019

With more tariffs on Chinese imports set to take effect this month, holiday shoppers in the U.S. face a dilemma: buy the Apple iPhone 11 or Hasbro toy action figures now or risk facing higher prices later.

China's Electric Car Sales Slump, Squeezing Automakers

By Joe McDonald | Dec 10, 2019

China's leaders are promoting electric cars to help transform the country into a creator of profitable technologies, but sales are stalling as thousands of buyers make a similar choice.

Merriam-Webster Declares 'They' its 2019 Word of the Year

By Leanne Italie | Dec 10, 2019

A common but increasingly mighty and very busy little word, "they," has an accolade all its own.

Ice Bucket Challenge Inspiration Pete Frates Dies at 34

By Mark Pratt | Dec 10, 2019

Pete Frates, a former college baseball player whose battle with Lou Gehrig's disease helped inspire the ALS ice bucket challenge that has raised more than $200 million worldwide, died Monday. He was 34.

6 Winter Shoes Every Guy Needs

6 Winter Shoes Every Guy Needs

Dec 9, 2019

Style expert Alex Costa returns with shoe recommendations to get through the sloshiest season of the year.

Chewbacca Actor Explains His 'Star Wars' Workout

Chewbacca Actor Explains His 'Star Wars' Workout

Dec 9, 2019

"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"'s Chewbacca, Joonas Suotamo, shares the workout routine he used to get into Wookie shape.

Sneakers Star at Glamorous Parties Around Art Basel Miami

By Kelli Kennedy | Dec 9, 2019

Fashion has always played a starring role at the glamorous weeklong parties surrounding Art Basel Miami. This year it's all about the kicks as several major brands including Dior, Adidas and Nike drop limited edition sneakers that had fans camping out ove

20 Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite Guy

20 Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite Guy

Dec 9, 2019

From tech and grooming to fashion and lifestyle, fashion influencer DevanOnDeck offers his annual picks for holiday shopping.

Ronstadt, `Sesame Street' to Receive Kennedy Center Honors

By Ashraf Khalil | Dec 8, 2019

Actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt and the disco-funk band Earth Wind and Fire awaited their turn in the spotlight Sunday night as part of the latest group of recipients of the Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime achievements in the arts.

Sesame Street Puppeteer Caroll Spinney Dies At Age 85

By Andrew Dalton | Dec 8, 2019

Caroll Spinney, who gave Big Bird his warmth and Oscar the Grouch his growl for nearly 50 years on "Sesame Street," died Sunday at the age of 85 at his home in Connecticut, according to the Sesame Workshop.

Let's Cancel 'OK Boomer' in 2020, and the Humblebrag, Too

By Leanne Italie | Dec 8, 2019

Either loudly sing your own praises or don't in the new year, but let's leave the humble brag behind, along with a few other oversaturated, cloying or just plain silly cultural quirks that deserve a big goodbye.

Billy Joel, Kardashians Diplo Descend on Miami for Art Basel

By Kelli Kennedy | Dec 7, 2019

As gallerists and collectors descend on Miami's most prestigious art fair by day, the Hollywood crowd knows it's all about the exclusive after parties.

Why Can it Be Hard to Stop Eating Even When You're Full?

Dec 7, 2019

In certain foods, a synergy between key ingredients can create an artificially enhanced palatability experience that is greater than any key ingredient would produce alone. Researchers call this hyperpalatability. Eaters call it delicious.

Uber Weighs Next Steps after Jarring Sex Assault Report

By Cathy Bussewitz and Tom Krisher | Dec 7, 2019

A day after Uber revealed that more than 3,000 riders and drivers were sexually assaulted last year while using its service, attention is turning to what's next for the ride-hailing giant and whether its plans to improve safety go far enough.

Descanso Gardens Lights Up the Night with 'Enchanted Forest'

Descanso Gardens Lights Up the Night with 'Enchanted Forest'

By Michelle Sandoval | Dec 6, 2019

December is upon us, and with it comes a whimsical blizzard of great holiday events all over So. California. No strangers to the seasonal festivities, Descanso Gardens is once again jumping on this festive sleigh ride with its annual lights extravaganza.

The Ultimate Barrel-Aged Eggnog

Dec 6, 2019

'Tis the season for eggnog. You can skip the Starbucks latte variety and opt, instead, for a grown-up version at New York City's The Modern.

Deadly Defect Found in Another Version of Takata Airbags

By Tom Krisher | Dec 6, 2019

A new and distinct problem has been discovered in air bags made by the now bankrupt company Takata which has led to at least one death.

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