Back in black: Princess Diana's 'revenge dress' goes on show ahead of Sotheby's auction
LONDON (AP) — Revenge has rarely been so stylish. A striking black dress worn by the late Princess Diana on the day her estranged husband publicly admitted adultery is going up for auction at Sotheby's, with a presale estimate of up to $300,000. First, the "revenge dress," as it has ...
America's long history of falling for hucksters and their outlandish promises
NEW YORK (AP) — America: land of possibility. And also: land of suckers. Our enduring belief that anything is possible — whether based in reality or not — has helped the nation become the world's largest economy. It has also led us to fall head over heels for hucksters and ...
6 simple yet fun school-day meals to feed your kids with minimal chaos
(Feature Impact) When it comes to planning lunches and dinners on busy school days, simplicity is the name of the game. Parents who are already juggling carpools, practices, errands and homework don't need anything extra added to their plates while they're trying to get food onto everyone ...
School night ramen: Comfort food with a nutritional boost
(Feature Impact) Instant ramen is a comforting classic for students of all ages – from elementary schoolers enjoying a warm bowl on a fall day to college kids fueling up for all-night study sessions. While the nutritional contents of those packages might make you cringe, don’t write off ...
Betty Liu's Sesame-Cumin Chicken is double-fried for flavor and crispiness
Betty Liu has a chapter on "Frying" in her latest cookbook, "The Chinese Way." For deep-frying, she uses a thermometer to ensure the oil is between 350 degrees Fahrenheit and 375 degrees Fahrenheit. A double-fry method is often used, especially for chicken, shrimp and fish steaks. The first ...