Category: Life
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Weathering the Storm
5 tips for disaster preparation (Family Features) Over the past year, homeowners from coast to coast have experienced tussles with Mother Nature from arctic storms and heat waves to powerful hurricanes. Not only can storms wreak havoc on homes, they damage the fragile electric grid, which may result in power outages that can sometimes leave…
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5 Tips to Ace College Entry Exams
(eLivingtoday.com) Because most colleges and universities require applicants to submit ACT or SAT results as part of admissions consideration, prepping for the test itself can be a critical component of that process. While it can oftentimes be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with a rigorous test meant to show your mastery of…
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Spread Holiday Cheer Through Gifts That Give Back
(Family Features) The holiday season is a time to spread cheer, spend time with loved ones and give back to those in need in both small and big ways. Individuals are often inspired this time of year to help transform the world into a better place by contributing, donating and fundraising for communities, both locally…
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How to Include Baby at the Table this Holiday Season
(Family Features) Your baby’s first holiday season is one to treasure. While you’re busy making memories, remember enjoying a meal together as a family is also a convenient and practical learning opportunity for your little one to explore the world of eating and solid foods. Babies learn to eat new foods when they are exposed…
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4 Helpful Tips for Flying with Pets
Family Features) As many consider flying again, an online survey conducted by KRC Research of more than 1,000 pet owners in the United States found 85% of pet parents are likely to travel within the next year, with 65% saying they want to bring their pets along. To help make travel a more seamless experience,…
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Plan Ahead for This Year’s Holiday Vacation
(Family Features) Whether your family counts a holiday vacation among your treasured traditions or you’re anticipating a holiday getaway for the first time, getting an early start on your planning can help ensure your trip is filled with good tidings and joy. Know what you want to spend. If you’re planning to open your…
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Omaha Steaks Introduces Perfect Cooking Companion To Make Your Holiday Sing
America’s Original Butcher releases its first-ever holiday carol with a meaty twist Omaha Steaks is launching “Deck the Steaks,” the perfect sing-along holiday cooking companion. The parody holiday carol instills a century of wisdom into a brand-new version of a time-honored classic, including authentic sounds of Omaha Steaks cooking preparations – from steaks hitting cutting…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Expands Eligibility for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Booster Dose to 16- and 17-Year-Olds
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration amended the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, authorizing the use of a single booster dose for administration to individuals 16 and 17 years of age at least six months after completion of primary vaccination with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. “Vaccination and getting a…
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8 Holiday Trips to Gift This Year
(Family Features) Travel is back this holiday season, and gifting a trip is a perfect way to treat yourself or loved ones. Ditch the tech gadgets and fancy watches; instead, gift the experience of vacation bliss or thrills and adventure. Find inspiration in this first-of-its-kind travel gift guide featuring nearly 100 travel experiences from…
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A Secret Ingredient for Winter Wellness
Support your immune system with 100% orange juice (Family Features) While winter rushes in with brisk breezes and chilly temperatures, staying indoors to avoid the weather shouldn’t mean forgoing healthy habits. One step toward wellness is maintaining nutritional value in meals from morning to night, even when comfort foods call your name. As a key…