Holmes Sues Star Magazine Over Drug Addiction Cover
Katie Holmes sues Star Magazine for libel over a January cover claiming she is a drug addict. Attorney Bert Fields labels the cover "untrue, unethical and unlawful" and says the headline did not match the inside story. Star Magazine defends its reporting.
Fat free American cheese bagel breakfast and dietary tips
A compact nutrition guide suggests fat free American cheese on a bagel thin with eggs for a quick high protein breakfast. It advises salads for lunches and dinners, fruit portions, a food journal, shopping the perimeter, choosing fresh over frozen and canned, rinsing canned veggies, and limiting nuts to about a cup per day.
Twining Grapes Clarify Britain Climate and Vine Roots
A reader email prompts Maureen to clarify a Descriptors column about Britain's climate and grape growing. Gary Twining, a certified wine educator with Cutting Edge Selection, explains rootstock basics and notes vine connections to soil.
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Ask Amy Alcoholic Brother Is No Longer Welcome
Reader asks how to handle a long term alcoholic brother living at home. Amy counsels seeking Al Anon and professional family counseling, setting boundaries, and suggests the sister consider asking him to leave until he pursues recovery. Also notes accessing low cost help via family services.
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Neighbors' Shower Window Sparks Dear Abby Advice
Dear Abby counsels a polite note to neighbors about a clear view into their shower when lights are on at night urging consideration for their child. The column also covers workplace notice and handling family support during major surgery with calm, practical guidance.
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Popcorn Colors Spark Family Banter at Dinner
A family memory recalls reactions to colorful popcorn from U1. The narrator notes their mother’s astonishment at new varieties and recalls siblings and parents sharing a bowl with distinct eating styles during a meal.
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Popcorn as a Whole Grain Snack and Recipe Notes
A reader shares how to pop corn on the stove with oil and butter and explores variations and nutrition. It covers timing from heating to kernels popping in 3 to 5 minutes, serving sizes, and optional flavorings like curry, ranch, and cheese.
Christina Aguilera Passenger Arrested After West Hollywood Stop
Matthew Rutter, 25, was stopped near the Sunset Strip after allegedly bumming rubber and fishtailing the street with Christina Aguilera in the car. Aguilera was taken to a West Hollywood jail to sober up before being released hours later.
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Recipe chase echoes Cheesecake Factory dishes
A reader seeks copycat versions of Cheesecake Factory dishes while noting trade secrets are not shared. Mentions stuffed mushrooms, Parmesan, Fantina, wine, and portobello or button mushrooms. Also cites aromatic eggplant timbale and a lost blue berry snack cake recipe with hints of frozen dough and pudding mix. Contact Linda Cicero.
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Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms With Garlic and Herbs
Rinse mushrooms and remove stems then chop stems. Sauté garlic and green onion in butter and olive oil until fragrant, add chopped stems and cook briefly. Mix with bread crumbs and cheeses to form stuffing and fill mushroom caps before baking at 350 degrees.
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