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Cover StoryBack to school: How to measure a good teacherBack to school: Perhaps the most controversial education reform is how to measure a good teacher. As the trend to overhaul teacher evaluations catches fire, some teachers find that new feedback and mentoring programs can lead to 'incredible' results with their students.
Meatless Monday: Chilled mango cucumber gazpachoThis smooth, chilled soup makes a refreshing first course during a summer meal or an eager partner to a nice fresh salad.
Cooking like Julia ChildInspired by Julia Child, this delicate fish stew combines classic cooking methods and ingredients.
- How well do you know Our Lady of the Ladle? Take the Julia Child quiz!
Is "Mastering the Art of French Cooking," your kitchen Bible? Does that warbling voice still drive you wild? Was Julia Child the one who taught you how to make a soufflé, how to debone a duck, or simply how to be fearless in the kitchen?
August 15 marks what would have been her 100th birthday. Celebrate by putting your knowledge of one of America's greatest chefs to the test with our quiz!
We Women Warriors: movie reviewWhile director Nicole Karsin doesn't adequately detail the politics behind Colombian warfare, the documentary is still powerful.
Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis in 'The Campaign': movie reviewThe shticks of Ferrell and Galifianakis are all too familiar in this toothless satire.
The Bourne Legacy: movie reviewSome of the action is enjoyable, but 'Bourne' is bogged down by confusing exposition.
Why algebra is necessary; why Mom needs to get a grip on math phobiaThe recent suggestion that not every kid needs algebra is simply avoidance, and Mom needs to get a grip on her math phobia for the good of the family.
Setting a good example of divorce: 48 years of kindnessAfter 48 years being divorced – and kind to each other – an elderly Buffalo, N.Y., couple remarries, setting an example for their children and other couples, divorced or married.
Kindergarten mindset list: 5-year-olds’ cultural DNALegos, ice cream, Mommy and Daddy: An elementary school principal tries to understand the cultural context of the kindergarten mindset.
Rescue dog: Albie is a 'dog that won't hunt' – or swimAdopted from Louisiana because he is a 'dog that won't hunt,' rescue dog Albie is content to stay at the water's edge and not swim in rivers or swamps. He'd rather be chasing tennis balls.
Honey Boo Boo Child: Spinning off 'Toddlers & Tiaras' on her own termsHoney Bob Boo Child 'Toddlers & Tiaras' spinoff: It could be more than the next reality show train wreck. It's a relief to see a genuinely happy child who dreams of being a princess on her own terms.
'The Hobbit': High frame rate showings will be limited'The Hobbit' director Peter Jackson originally planned for movie to be shown at a higher frame rate, but the film will now be seen at a normal rate in most theaters.
Roasted tomatoesIt's prime time for tomatoes this summer, and roasting them in olive oil and herbs will intensify their delicious, juicy flavor.
London 2012 Olympics: A family postcard from the GamesA British-American-Australian family from Qatar goes to the London 2012 Olympics and learns – in attending everything from track to archery to beach volleyball – that they support Team World.
'The Avengers 2' will be directed by Joss Whedon'The Avengers' director Joss Whedon has signed on for the film's sequel.
Jennifer Lawrence negotiates a pay raise for 'Hunger Games' sequel'Hunger Games' star Jennifer Lawrence is reportedly asking for a $10 million contract.
Olympic moms: 13 mothers compete for Team USA The “Celebrating Moms” series of commercials by Proctor & Gamble during Olympic coverage is a tear-jerking ode to sacrifices mothers make to support their kids’ athletic careers. But what about athletes who are mothers, themselves?Elite athlete moms have the same run-of-the-mill work/life balance as the rest of us. But these 13 Olympic moms do put parenting – both its challenges and rewards – in a new perspective.
Justin Bieber disses Prince William's thinning hair: Let’s talk male body imageJustin Bieber's youthful diss of Prince William's thinning hair is a window on increasing male body image anxiety. A British study suggests men are fast catching up to women in self-image concerns, finding that 38 percent of men surveyed said they would sacrifice at least a year of their life in exchange for a perfect body.
Strawberry banana breadNothing goes together like strawberries and bananas, so add a twist to the classic banana bread recipe and bake it with a fresh strawberry purée.
