B.A. Rogers
Rogers grew up in Tampa, Florida, and lives with her husband, two kids, a dog and a cat near the coastal wildlands of North Carolina. As a writer, whether of fiction, information or op-eds, she views her craft as a way to make a positive contribution to the social conversation. Rogers is a huge fan of slack-key guitar and Hawaiian language music. She also is a lawyer and homeschool teacher.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Viper" - Part 3 (Conclusion)Jack has some explaining to do --- to Sue as well as in a federal prosecution for murder.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Viper" - Part 1Jack has some explaining to do -- to Sue as well as in a federal prosecution for murder.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Viper" - Part 2Jack has some explaining to do -- to Sue as well as in a federal prosecution for murder.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fame" - Part 1Jack and Sue crack a case over spilled coffee and Myles becomes almost famous.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fame" - Part 2Jack and Sue crack a case over spilled coffee and Myles becomes almost famous.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fame" - Part 3 (Conclusion)Jack and Sue crack a case over spilled coffee and Myles becomes almost famous.
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"Season 2.5," Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: Complete Episode GuideA whole "lost" season of fan fiction episodes for the Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye fan.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Blarney" - Part 1Jack and Sue have the luck of the Irish as they try to stave off another long separation.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Blarney" - Part 2Jack and Sue have the luck of the Irish as they try to stave off another long separation.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Blarney" - Part 3 (Conclusion)Jack and Sue have the luck of the Irish as they try to stave off another long separation.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Bank On It" - Part 1Jack and Sue witness a misunderstood kiss and a local equestrian champion is drawn into bank robberies.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Bank on It" - Part 2Jack and Sue witness a misunderstood kiss and a local equestrian champion is drawn into bank robberies.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Bank on It" - Part 3Jack and Sue witness a misunderstood kiss and a local equestrian champion is drawn into bank robberies.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Bank On It" - Part 4 (Conclusion)Jack and Sue witness a misunderstood kiss and a local equestrian champion is drawn into bank robberies
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Without Words" - Part 1Jack faces the prospect that Sue may leave the team and Sue gets assigned to work on a kidnapping case with the military.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Without Words" - Part 2Jack faces the prospect that Sue may leave the team and Sue gets assigned to work on a kidnapping case with the military.
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SueThomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Without Words" - Part 3 (Conclusion)Jack faces the prospect that Sue may leave the team and Sue gets assigned to work on a kidnapping case with the military.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Dreaming Of a White Christmas" - Part 1The whole unit turns out as Sue and Lucy help Myles with a fundraiser Christmas show to benefit the family of a sick Airman.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Dreaming of a White Christmas" - Part 2The whole unit turns out as Sue and Lucy help Myles with a fundraiser Christmas show to benefit the family of a sick Airman.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Dreaming Of a White Christmas" - Part 3 (Conclusion)The whole unit turns out as Sue and Lucy help Myles with a fundraiser Christmas show to benefit the family of a sick Airman.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fly" - Part 1Jack and Sue's fortunes collide after the team races against time to find an investigative reporter.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fly" - Part 2Jack and Sue's fortunes collide after the team races against time to find an investigative reporter.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Fly" - Part 3 (Conclusion)Jack and Sue's fortunes collide after the team races against time to find an investigative reporter.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Ships At Sea" - Part 1While tracking down a technology transfer to pirates in the Indian Ocean, Sue learns something troubling about Jack's last assignment.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Ships at Sea" - Part 2While tracking down a technology transfer to pirates in the Indian Ocean, Sue learns something troubling about Jack's last assignment.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Ships at Sea" - Part 3While tracking down a technology transfer to pirates in the Indian Ocean, Sue learns something troubling about Jack's last assignment.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Ships At Sea" - Part 4 (Conclusion)While tracking down a technology transfer to pirates in the Indian Ocean, Sue learns something troubling about Jack's last assignment.
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When is Fan Fiction Not Fan Fiction?Having never read or written fan fiction, what was I thinking? How I ended up writing a "lost" episode of "Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye" and turning the experience into a screenwriting contest with myself.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Missed Connections" - Part 1When Jack returns from a six-week long secret assignment, he immediately drops into the fray and ends up chasing Sue as well as the bad guys.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Missed Connections" - Part 2When Jack returns from a six-week long secret assignment, he immediately drops into the fray and ends up chasing Sue as well as the bad guys.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Missed Connections" - Part 3When Jack returns from a six-week long secret assignment, he immediately drops into the fray and ends up chasing Sue as well as the bad guys.
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Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye Fan Fiction: "Missed Connections" - Part 4 (Conclusion)When Jack returns from a six-week long secret assignment, he immediately drops into the fray and ends up chasing Sue as well as the bad guys.
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Valentine's Day in Virginia: So Romantic 1940's Hangar DanceDance the night away to the romantic Big Band sounds of a 1940's style Hangar Dance! Set amidst WWII aviation beauties, you and your sweetheart can get "In The Mood" at the annual Military Aviation Museum Hangar Dance in Virginia.
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Birth of a President --- and a Fellow Named Wong Kim ArkHow did Wong Kim Ark, a child of two Chinese immigrants, convince the U.S. Supreme Court that he was a U.S. citizen? Was it merely because he was born in the U.S.? Not exactly. The Court looked very closely at his parents' ties to America. -
I'm All Smiles: Oral-B Triumph 9900 Power Toothbrush ReviewIs this toothbrush worth over $100? There are many things to like, and a few things to weigh, about the Oral-B Triumph 9900 Power Toothbrush with SmartGuide wireless screen and Pro White and FlossAction brushes.
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Insomnia: Cool the Brain to Help Chill Out and Fall AsleepCan't sleep because your brain "won't turn off"? You may be right. Insomnia does have a physical aspect: too much brain activity. Cooling the brain to slow this metabolic melee may help you fall asleep, stay asleep and get more restful sleep. -
Self Acupressure for Pain Relief: Key Acupressure Points, Techniques & ToolsSelf acupressure can be a very helpful pain reliever, especially when used over time. Self-help acupressure uses simple concepts and techniques that build on our instinctive response to press on our body's trigger points. -
Surviving Breast Cancer: Top 5 Ways to Exercise for LifeFor breast cancer survivors, the simple act of exercising can be a powerful way to appreciate life, while at the same time boosting health, quality of life and even length of life.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
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Inflammatory Breast Cancer: Rash, Itch, Pain and SwellingYou don't have to have a lump to have breast cancer! Inflammatory breast cancer is an aggressive disease that requires immediate treatment. Yet awareness of IBC must be raised before more doctors and patients recognize IBC's sometimes subtle symptoms. -
Do I Have Kidney Disease?Chronic kidney disease can develop slowly and, initially, without obvious impacts on your health. But, to keep your kidneys functioning as well as possible, keep in mind the common signs and symptoms of kidney disease. -
Weight Management: 5 Lifestyle Tips to Help Prevent or Control ObesityIs there more to weight management, and obesity prevention and control, than canned answers to "eat less" and "exercise more"? Yes. Simple lifestyle strategies can really add up and make a wonderful contribution to your health. -
Top 5 Lifestyle Tweaks to Fight Osteoporosis NaturallyThese five lifestyle tweaks can add up to nice gains in bone health. Growing healthier bones has never been more delightful than when a bone-building outing is topped off with my yummy stuffed pumpkin carrot muffin. -
Prenatal Care and Swine Flu: Making a Plan on Antiviral Medication and MoreThe CDC advises that swine flu (H1N1) poses greater risks for pregnant women. How to respond to flu-like illness, including the use of antiviral medication, should be part of every pregnant woman's prenatal care plan. -
Chronic Kidney Disease: Improve Kidney Function with Baking SodaChronic kidney disease (CKD) has many causes. When CKD results in metabolic acidosis, safe, inexpensive sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, may slow disease progression and preserve kidney function, without causing hypertension. -
Vitamin C May Lower C-Reactive Protein, an Important Biomarker for InflammationSafe and inexpensive, in some cases, Vitamin C works as well as statin drugs. Supplemental Vitamin C can decrease inflammation, a factor in many diseases, including heart disease, stroke, obesity and dementia. -
Prenatal Care: When Diabetic Moms-to-Be Stop Oral Medications and Switch to InsulinMany diabetics must stop oral diabetes medications, and start insulin, when they become pregnant. Here are three gentle ways to help make the emotional transition to taking insulin. -
Gluten-free Shirataki Noodles Rock Low-Carb, Celiac DietsThese traditional Asian noodles made from glucomannan from the Konjac root have no gluten, no carbs and no calories. They can be part of a gluten-free diet for people with celiac disease, diabetes or both. -
Flash Fiction: She Can't Run365 Tomorrows has called flash fiction "the acid test of art." Take a flash fiction break with "She Can't Run."
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Top Five Uncomplicated Foods to Raise HDL "Good" CholesterolYou want to raise your cholesterol level? Yes, so long as it's HDL "good" cholesterol that increases. Check out this list of five simple foods that increase HDL cholesterol --- these foods are easy and delicious items to add to your every-day diet. -
LEGO Technic 8216: From Everyday Roadster to Totally Souped-Up "Psycho Racer"Study the pics! Then take a cool tour of the Psycho Racer here! -
Got Happiness? How to Increase Your Emotional ResiliencyIt's tried and true, and now science confirms it: there is a way to increase your happiness, as well as your capacity to bounce back better and faster from the bumps in life's road. -
Coffee May Improve Alzheimer's Symptoms and Memory LossA U.S. scientist makes a startling claim: if he had a family history of Alzheimer's, to help protect himself from the disease, he'd definitely be taking 500 mgs of caffeine a day through coffee-drinking. -
Meditation: Relax the Bladder with This Natural Remedy for Urinary IncontinenceAnother benefit of meditation! Find out how cognitive therapy can be one of the best, and safest, natural remedies to help relax the overactive bladder and stop urgency, frequency and urge incontinence. -
Help Inhibit the Epstein-Barr Virus with Vitamin KBasic research on the Epstein-Barr virus and cancer shows vitamin K stops tumor growth. Might vitamin K-rich foods help blunt the non-cancerous effects of Epstein-Barr virus infection as well? -
Health Care Reform and the Definition of InsanityHow the basic backyard bird feeder (as well as the Congressional Budget Office) should cause serious pause for pols rushing to reform American health care.
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Chrysler and the New New Deal: Will the U.S. Supreme Court Put on the Brakes?FDR tried to pack the U.S. Supreme Court after it found several of his New Deal programs unconstitutional. What will the Supreme Court today say about Obama's Chrysler plan? Does "too big to fail" translate into "too big to follow the law"?
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How to Refuse to Pay Taxes and Still Live to Fight Another DayCraig T. Nelson goes "Thomas Paine" with his plan to protest government spending by not paying his taxes. A surfer muses on how to refuse to pay taxes, but still live to fight another day. -
Product Review: Gold's Gym 20 lbs. Adjustable Weighted VestThe Gold's Gym Weighted Vest is well-constructed and comfortable. These slides go with my product review of the vest, "Workout for Kids." -
Large Container Planting That's Portable and EconomicalShhh! These slides illustrate my secret techniques for planting flowers and other beauties in really large containers. -
How to Plant Flowers in a Large Container That's Easy on Your Back and Your WalletAt last! Use my secret tips to make oversized containers of flowers manageable, portable and economical. Get a big burst of flower power in a pot that is easy on your back and your wallet. -
Baked Beans: How to Use Bean Puree as a Fat Substitute in Brownies, Muffins and CookiesReplace fat, decrease calories in brownies, muffins and cookies? Yes! Use bean purees to do that, plus add fiber and nutrition to baked goods. White kidney beans (cannellini) may even help block carbs and regulate blood sugar. Truly new "baked beans!" -
Baked Rice and Cheese CasserolesBaked rice and cheese casseroles are easy, economical, delicious and--best of all--can be endlessly varied. Here's the basic mixture for the casserole, with ideas for how you can add your own spices, seasonings, meats and veggies.
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Beer Bread: Recipes and Baking TipsBeer bread is the easiest bread you'll ever make. This rustic loaf can showcase a variety of flavors, too, with fresh or dried spices, seeds and cheeses. Plus, as you discover this hearty bread, find out how to sift flour without a sifter. -
Gum Disease and Heart Disease: New Proof and What to Do NextGum disease and inflammation, also called periodontal disease, have been linked with an increased risk of hardening of the arteries and heart attack. New research sheds light on what steps really matter in healthy oral hygiene. -
Watermelon Juice and Weight Loss - Recipe for SuccessWatermelon and summertime are a perfect pair. Did you know you can enjoy watermelon juice---and its health and healthy weight benefits---all year long? And don't miss these exotic and delicious freshly squeezed watermelon juice recipes. Enjoy!
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Legalizing Assisted Suicide: Is Being Dead Really Better?Legalizing assisted suicide makes it lawful for one person to help kill another. The legal rationale for saying it's okay to let people help kill others is that assisted suicide "alleviates suffering." Does it?
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Vitamin D and Body Weight: A Ray of SunshineIn the battle of the bulge, small steps you can take to fend off weight gain add up. To foster healthier body weight---as well as muscle gain and even height for teens, don't skip the "sunshine vitamin."
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Use a Tuning Fork to Tell If Your Child Has a Bone FractureWhen kids get hurt, sometimes their reaction to there pain obscures the extent of the injury. Parents wonder: does my child have a bone fracture? A tuning fork can help parents evaluate whether an immediate trip to the ER and an x-ray is necessary. -
Stress Relief Tip: Get Plenty of Vitamin GHaven't heard of vitamin G? It has a very restful effect on health and mental and physical well-being. And it's a truly natural stress reliever. -
Death, Dying and the Afterlife: Has the Idea of What It's like to Be Dead Become an Urban Legend?Death, dying, the afterlife: every now and then it's good to do a "big question" check-up. As part of --- hat tip to Socrates --- living "an examined life," it may be worth asking: has the common concept of death become an urban legend? -
Avoiding Weight Gain: Stand Up for YourselfDid you know that simply sitting for long periods of time helps pile on fat---and can even make you sick? Standing up on a regular basis may seem like a small thing, but it's something simple that can really improve your health. -
Surfer on the Economy: When Will the Bigs Realize it Takes Two to Tango?A surfer surveys the economic scene and sees the government focused on trying to ramp up lending by banks. But what if the government throws a lending party and nobody shows? Should somebody be figuring out where all the borrowers went? -
Pomegranate Molasses: Sweet, Appealing and Full of Nutritional ValuePomegranate molasses is a gorgeous dark red syrup that can add a sweet and exotic zing to meat and vegetable dishes, as well as desserts and even beverages. Pomegranates are full of health benefits, too. Check out these recipes. -
Tomatoes: Increase Your Vitamin K Intake NaturallyVitamin K has many health benefits. It may support bone health and even help recovery after a hip fracture! Go beyond pizza and pasta sauces: tomatoes are a good source of Vitamin K and an easy and delicious food to incorporate into your diet.
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Cell Phones, Staph and Superbugs and My Sick ChildA recent study showed cell phones in hospitals harbor germs that can be passed on to patients. Teens pass around cell phones all the time. Are they upping the chance that they'll catch a nasty bug from someone in the group?
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Star Trek Toys 2009: Kirk, Spock Action Figures and MoreAre there seatbelts on the USS Enterprise? Anyway, hold on: Star Trek (2009) hits theaters soon and it's going to be one huge smash. To celebrate, Playmates Toys is launching an all-new line of Star Trek toys.
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Late Talkers: Baby Language and Developmental MilestonesThere's a wide range of "normal" when it comes to the age at which a child hits language and developmental milestones and becomes a talker. To learn to talk, children need good opportunities to listen to what is said to them--and good things to listen to. -
Rheos Hypertension Therapy: Implantable Blood Pressure DeviceHigh blood pressure not well-controlled by drugs? New advances hypertension therapy may mean help is on the way. A clinical trial studies an implantable device that activates the body's baroreflexes, which then naturally regulate blood pressure. -
Olive Oil Cake by Giada De Laurentis with Almond and CitrusSimple get-togethers with friends and family at home can bring a whole dimension to your social life, and save money, too. Baking a cake from scratch and saying "come over for coffee" can be the perfect way to socialize. -
The Rational Misers: Inside the Psyche of the Financially Shell-Shocked Former ConsumerThe U.S. economy shrinks as consumer spending tanks. Government action for consumers is focused primarily on foreclosures. But wealth destruction has a broader impact that should be addressed: it causes widespread Post-Economic Trauma Savings Syndrome.
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A Surfer's Take: Who the Mortgage Rescue Plan Won't Help and Why that Stinks for the EconomyPart II: A surfer sorts out why stopping foreclosures doesn't end the housing nightmare or its impact on the economic psyche of credit-worthy, mortgage-paying Americans who are having to ride this monster-downturn wave. -
Workout for Kids: The Gold's Gym 20 Lbs. Adjustable Weighted VestUnlike the Treadmill-Turned-Towel Hanger, the weighted vest is a piece of fitness equipment that is likely to be used. Kids who want to increase their fitness levels can easily incorporate the weighted vest into a variety of everyday activities. -
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fatigue, Exhaustion, Listlessness: It Actually is in Your HeadInsight for those suffering fatigue and malaise associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis and other inflammatory diseases: new research shows how disease events in your body actually provoke a brain response that impacts your quality of life. -
Inhaled Steroids: Nasonex Nasal Spray Side Effects and EffectivenessMany doctors say inhaled nasal steroids, such as Nasonex spray, don't have systemic side effects. But for many people, especially children, the reality turns out to be quite different. -
Zofran and Pain Management: Old Drug May Provide New Relief from Symptoms of Opioid AddictionMany people, such as cancer patients, need strong pain management, but fear becoming addicted to prescription pain relievers. Scientists found that Zofran, an anti-nausea and vomiting drug, can alleviate painful opioid withdrawal symptoms. -
A Surfer's Solution: How to Inject Financial Liquidity at the Consumer Level Through the Housing MarketWho knew? A surfer applies his power of observation to the economy and finds three things the Feds could do that might help average, credit-worthy, mortgage-paying Americans ride out this economic tsunami and start to rebuild what's been eroded. -
Review: LEGO Technic 8216: From Everyday Roadster to Totally Souped-Up "Psycho Racer"This article accompanies my LEGO Technic 8216 slideshow of the same name. Hop on for a cool tour of the totally souped-up Psycho Racer. -
Smithfield Foods Closes 6 Plants, Including in Smithfield, Virginia; Cuts 1800 EmployeesSmithfield Foods, of Smithville, Virginia, will close plants in Virginia, North Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Nebraska and Kansas. -
Obesity and Liver Damage: Daily Aspirin May HelpResearchers think at least two-thirds of obese individuals have fatty liver disease, a condition that can become serious. A new study shows aspirin may protect the liver from obesity-related damage.
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Muffuletto: Variations on the Italian Olive Salad SandwichMuffuletto, an amazing layered sandwich of Italian meats, cheeses and olive salad, hits the big-time when Bobby Flay and others give their interpretation of this New Orleans classic. -
Not Just Any Garlic Bread: Variations on a Delicious ClassicGarlic bread is a delicious, must-have classic that changes up into some delightful variations with the addition of just a few different ingredients, such as freshly grated cheeses, chopped baby spinach and lemon zest. -
A Crystal Ball for Chemotherapy? New Hope for Personalized Cancer TreatmentResearchers are developing probes to test how an individual's tumor would respond to various drugs---before the therapy is started. Find out how this procedure puts personalized cancer treatment one step closer.
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YouTube Symphony Orchestra Begins Choosing FinalistsAn incredible, world-wide virtual orchestra is forming on YouTube. The YouTube Symphony Orchestra will debut at Carnegie Hall in New York with a Tan Dun composition under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas. -
Take in a Kelly Clarkson Show and Swim with Dolphins in a Tropical ParadiseKelly Clarkson brings her big voice and new sets to the Grand Ballroom at the Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas, on Valentine's Day, February 14. -
Chesapeake Bay Environmentalist Tom Horton Addresses People Impact at Salisbury University SymposiumTom Horton, long-time environmentalist and author focused on the Chesapeake Bay raises some radical points at a free symposium at Salisbury University, Maryland. The symposium is open to the public. -
Is Cymbalta Behind the New FDA Push to Ban Darvocet?Darvon has been on the market for 50 years--and Public Citizen has been opposing it for 30 years. Might the availability of newer, more expensive, more lucrative drugs be part of the FDA's new enthusiasm for banning Darvocet?
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Help Your Child Eat Right for a LifetimeHere's the one thing you can do to help your child stay away from the dietary deep-end as he becomes a young adult. Researchers have found that family meals, and other social eating, is key to healthful eating habits.
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Quiet, the Baby is Learning to Talk!Many of us are used to lots of background noise, even at home. A noisy environment, however, can stunt baby's ability to talk, learn language skills and acquire vocabulary. -
Don't Miss the Babies Eating Lemons CrazeJoin the movement to document every baby's first lemon encounter---or just enjoy the ride. Baby's first lemon pucker reminds us of the joy of lemons and why lemons have a special place in cooking and baking. -
Eddie from Ohio Singer Brings Jazz Show and Showtunes to Barns at Wolf TrapEdheads and all fans of great music will enjoy Eddie From Ohio's Julie Murphy Wells in concert at the Barns of Wolf Trap. Wells takes to the stage solo to sing jazz standards and Broadway tunes as only she can. And just in time for Valentine's Day, too! -
The Surprising Health Benefits of PicnickingWho doesn't want to be calmer? Simple, impromptu picnics that get you outdoors are fun and healthy ways to spend time with loved ones and help your brain at the same time. -
Consider Adding Aspirin to Your Arsenal to Fight Staph InfectionFending off infection, even superbugs, without resort to antibiotics is a good, and obtainable, goal. Aspirin is surprisingly useful in infections and there are alternatives for kids who should not take aspirin. -
Virginia International Tattoo at the Scope Arena in NorfolkThe Virginia International Tattoo, part of the Norfolk Azalea Festival honoring NATO, offers U.S. military bands and drill teams and over 850 performers from seven nations, including the Czech Republic, Norway, New Zealand, Canada, Russia and Germany. -
Flu, Salmonella, Shigellosis Hit VirginiaFlu, Salmonella, and Shigellosis are active in Virginia right now. Health Department updates, recalls, infection symptoms, and legal news related to this disease activity. -
The Super Bowl Can Make You Smarter (If You Try)Discover the secrets to gaining intelligence through the Super Bowl. Tips on how to make Super Bowl Game Day into "gain day" with brain boosting activities, food, recipes, stats, scores, Most Valuable Player history and beer commercials. -
Restaurant Week Serves Up in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and WilliamsburgGet the skinny on good, reasonably priced eats for Restaurant Week in Williamsburg, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Quick links and lots of restaurant and menu info to get you started on an culinary adventure. -
Last Week to See Norman Rockwell Exhibit at the Chrysler Museum of Art in NorfolkWhat a great chance to see the works of Norman Rockwell in person! At the Chrysler until Feb. 1, admission is free for everyone on Wednesdays and always free for children. Guided tours are included.
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Get Ready to Swing: Skylark Swing Jazz Band Plays the Hunt Room at the Old Cavalier HotelLocal favorite and crowd-pleasing swing and jazz band, Skylark, hits the Hunt Room at the Old Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach with multiple dates open to the live music-loving public in January and February.
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Product Review: Abreva Medicine for Cold Sores--And Tips to Boost Its EffectivenessWhen a cold sore erupts, you want it gone. Now. We tried Abreva medicine for cold sores and developed an additional procedure to help cold sores calm down and heal fast. Find out if this might work for you. -
How Star Wars Can Increase Your Child's VocabularyFind out how the literature of Star Wars ups your child's exposure to new words, not just new worlds. More than space adventure, your child can gain a rich and fluent vocabulary through newfound joy and excitement in reading.
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Review: LEGO Brickmaster Club MembershipLEGO Brickmaster Club membership appeals to parents and grandparents of LEGO enthusiasts as a potentially delightful gift that keeps giving all year long. Is it? Read about our experience with the Brickmaster Club and what it offers. -
'Play Along with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra' a Resounding SuccessThe annual Play Along with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, held today at Greenbrier Mall in Chesapeake, Va., gave young musicians a thrilling chance to perform with the pros. -
Hampton Roads Area Circuit City Stores Start Liquidation Sales TodayCircuit City stores in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Newport News, Va., will begin immediate liquidation sales of all merchandise. Circuit City is a computer and electronics chain. -
Your Toothbrush and Respiratory InfectionsNew research shows frequent toothbrushing can prevent respiratory infections. Here are some tips on stepping up your toothbrushing program. -
How to Settle the Manning Versus Brady Question Once and for All (Maybe)Is Peyton Manning the "Picasso of Choke?" Is Tom Brady the "Master of Clutch?" Can a computer named Zeus decide this important question? See who scores in the latest salvo in the Indianapolis Colts versus New England Patriots quarterback debate. -
Arctic Blast Coming to Hampton Roads: Get Your "Snow Day" ReadyGet ready for an arctic air blast this weekend in Hampton Roads. Bundle up and bookmark some snow stories and the Snowflake Factory! -
Nauticus Offers Kids Free Admission Throughout JanuaryJanuary is a great month to take the family to Nauticus---kids are free! Homeschool Day provides events throughout the museum, in addition to wonderful hi-def films, touch (a shark!) tanks, interactive battles and more.
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Salmonella Outbreak May Be Tied to Peanut Butter Made by Lynchburg, Va., CompanyA multistate salmonella outbreak has been linked to peanut butter. King Nut Corporation of Lynchburg, Va., issued a voluntary recall. Find out how salmonella is diagnosed and its symptoms. -
Snow Day: Three Wintery Short Stories to Read to Your Kids---and a Trip to the Snowflake Factory, Too!Celebrate your childrens' wonder and glee at a snowfall by snuggling up with them and these three winter short stories. Then take a trip to the Snowflake Factory!
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Kraft Mayonnaise with Olive Oil: Delight Your Tastebuds and Do Something Nice for Your Heart and Blood PressureThis article provides an overview of the history of mayonnaise and new mayonnaise sauces with olive oil. It includes recipes and instructions for homemade mayonnaise with olive oil and serving suggestions. -
Condemned Beach Houses: How the Law Takes Your Home After Mother Nature Takes Your LandThis article covers how statutory seizures, condemnations for health and safety reasons, eminent domain and insurance might apply to the beachfront homeowner impacted by coastal erosion.
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How to Eat More FishHow easy is it to eat more fish? Make fish into a convenience food with these tips and tasty, healthy recipes.
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Harry Endo, Hawaii Five-O's "Che Fong," Dead at 87Harry Endo, as the clever, clam and reliable forensice scientist Che Fong, appeared on 111 episodes of Hawaii Five-O and continued to participate in fan events over the years. He died at Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in NYC after a stroke. -
Holiday Lights in Virginia Beach: Another Rollicking Year of a Nautical-Themed Christmas Light Show Right on the OceanfrontThe annual Holiday Lights at the Beach is a festive evening of delightful lights, rousing song and hot chocolate. It is not to be missed---this year or next. -
How to Keep Your Teen Driver from Talking on the Phone While DrivingWith the pervasiveness of cell phone usage among teens, teen drivers have more distractions than ever. Parents concerned about their teen's driving safety may be interested in a new jamming device. -
Enter the Promised Land: VIP Membership at the NorVa Gets You a Full Year of Live MusicLive music is life. Find out how to get special access and pampering at the NorVa, one of the Tidewater region's premium live music venues.
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Darryl Worley Joins Line-up for 97.3 The Eagle Winterblast 2009Country music fans can catch Keith Anderson, Darryl Worley, Jamie O'Neal and other artists at 97.3 The Eagle's second annual Winterblast music festival at the Hampton Coliseum, Hampton, Virginia on January 24, 2009. -
Celebrate the Chinese New Yeat at the Children's Museum of Virginia in PortsmouthEnjoy a family visit to the Children's Museum and celebrate the Chinese New Year with the Lion Dance, music, art and crafts. -
Celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Children's Museum of VirginiaCelebrate the Chinese New Year with family-style hands-on activities at the wonderful Children's Museum of Virginia in Portsmouth, Virginia. -
Use Free Audio Books and Downloadable Stories to Increase Your Child's Language SkillsAn overview of why developing active listening skills is critical and how listening to stories helps.
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The Game of CheckersThis article is an overview of how parents and grandparents can encourage a child who is interested in playing checkers and the benefits of the game in developing reasoning skills.
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The World-wide Love Affair with Olive OilThis article introduces aromatic olive oils and provides sources, background information and a link to a cooking demonstration. -
The Polar Bear Plunge: Time to Chill Out for the Special OlympicsThis article gives a short history of polar bear plunges and a brief overview of current plunges and their support for Special Olympics. -
Meditation and MP3s: the Portable Relaxation Coach that Contributes to Wellness, Stress Relief and Pain ManagementHow to turn your MP3 player into a portable relaxation coach by exploring guided meditation techniques, such as Mindfulness, with sources for free downloads and informative academic research.
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Smithsonian Science Sets: Giant VolcanoHere is an overview of the Smithsonian's Giant Volcano science set, including simplified instructions and supply list, tips, ideas for more fun, and an image.
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Museum Hopping in Hampton Roads, VirginiaThis article details eight wonderful and renown museums in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area. These museums draw visitors into the region's maritime, nautical and colonial past.
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There's a Turkey in the KitchenPost-holidays is the perfect time for the novice cook to finally talk turkey. Lively encouragement and advice for the first-time turkey roaster, with information on nutrition, cooking methods, recipes and turkey in pop culture.