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Kathleen St. John is a freelance journalist. She lives in Denver with her husband, two young children and an elderly mutt named Daisy.
Marie Kondo

Marie Kondo reveals that after 3 kids, ‘My home is messy’

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreMarie Kondo reveals that after 3 kids, ‘My home is messy’

Coconut cookies

These easy-to-make coconut cookies are a tropical treat

January 13, 2023January 12, 2023 by Kathleen St. John

Treats become scarce in the dark weeks after Christmas and New Year’s. Brighten up these chilly times with a little home baking — this recipe …

Read moreThese easy-to-make coconut cookies are a tropical treat

Walrus on ice floe

This town canceled its New Year’s Eve fireworks to avoid disturbing a walrus named Thor

January 6, 2023January 6, 2023 by Kathleen St. John

If a sleeping walrus took a nap during your New Year’s Eve party, would you wake him up? Think about it for a moment if …

Read moreThis town canceled its New Year’s Eve fireworks to avoid disturbing a walrus named Thor

Slow cooker chicken noodle soup

Slow cooker chicken noodle soup will warm up your winter

December 30, 2022December 29, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

We all know that slow cookers are the perfect appliance for creating hearty dump-and-forget meals, prepared hours ahead, which simmer all afternoon and are ready …

Read moreSlow cooker chicken noodle soup will warm up your winter

How to air fry frozen shrimp for a quick and easy protein

December 29, 2022December 29, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

The air fryer continues to earn its reputation as a must-have kitchen appliance: Did you know you can just toss frozen shrimp in the fryer …

Read moreHow to air fry frozen shrimp for a quick and easy protein

Fresh cooked ham on wooden table

How to cook a fresh ham

December 29, 2022December 28, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

I was at an embarrassingly advanced age when I realized that the hams my family served for special occasions were pre-cooked, like most hams. That …

Read moreHow to cook a fresh ham

13 strangers stranded at an airport take an epic road trip together

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Remember that movie “Planes, Trains and Automobiles”? The one where Steve Martin and John Candy get stranded in Kansas by their airline, then join forces …

Read more13 strangers stranded at an airport take an epic road trip together

Grandmother Pulling Christmas Cracker With Granddaughter at dinner table.

What are Christmas crackers? Here’s everything to know about this fun holiday tradition

December 13, 2022December 13, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreWhat are Christmas crackers? Here’s everything to know about this fun holiday tradition

TikToker raises over $186,000 to help 81-year-old Walmart worker retire

December 7, 2022December 8, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Nola Carpenter is hopefully breathing a bit easier this holiday season after an online campaign raised money to help her retire from Walmart. The fundraiser …

Read moreTikToker raises over $186,000 to help 81-year-old Walmart worker retire

Tray of cinnamon rolls

Make this easy cinnamon rolls recipe ahead of time so you’ll be ready to wow guests

December 1, 2022November 30, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Treat yourself — and holiday guests, too — with this easy cinnamon roll recipe from EatingWell. Their rendition of the crowd-pleasing treat allows you to …

Read moreMake this easy cinnamon rolls recipe ahead of time so you’ll be ready to wow guests

Acorn squash

How to cook acorn squash the easiest way

November 27, 2022November 22, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

There’s a chill in the air. The days are getting shorter. Holiday spirits are rising.‘Tis the season — for gourds! At this time of year, …

Read moreHow to cook acorn squash the easiest way

Family opens gifts Christmas morning

Christmas gifts for anyone on your list

November 18, 2022November 22, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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This beet and goat cheese salad is a great addition to winter meals

November 16, 2022November 16, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Gimme a beet! Sorry. With beet season in full swing, you can hardly blame us for enjoying the pun. A cold-weather staple, beets are surprisingly …

Read moreThis beet and goat cheese salad is a great addition to winter meals

$100K lottery winner won another $300K the same day

November 1, 2022November 1, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

They say lightning never strikes the same place twice. But apparently, the lottery does. A 70-year-old Delaware woman had a really lucky day on October …

Read more$100K lottery winner won another $300K the same day

A Ouija board and planchette are shown in close-up.

Grandma leaves Ouija boards with cheeky message for funeral mourners

November 1, 2022October 31, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

How do you want to be remembered when it comes time for your memorial service? You’d better get creative, because one woman in Texas recently …

Read moreGrandma leaves Ouija boards with cheeky message for funeral mourners

Avocado pickles recipe turns unripened avocados into a tasty treat for taco night

October 25, 2022October 24, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Turns out you really can pickle anything — including avocados! Avocado pickles are a delicious snack. Plus, it’s a great solution for those times when …

Read moreAvocado pickles recipe turns unripened avocados into a tasty treat for taco night

A sequel to ‘Twister’ is in the works, 26 years later

October 20, 2022October 21, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreA sequel to ‘Twister’ is in the works, 26 years later

Sea lion swims underwater

A photographer captured video of a sea lion playing fetch alongside a dog at the beach

October 14, 2022October 26, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Ever notice that dogs and seals or sea lions seem to have a lot in common? Cute, whiskery faces. Sweet, intelligent eyes. The same playful …

Read moreA photographer captured video of a sea lion playing fetch alongside a dog at the beach

Megalodon illustration

Hand-sized megalodon tooth found 10,000 feet down in Pacific Ocean

October 10, 2022October 11, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Need some nightmare fuel? Deep sea researchers recently discovered a gigantic megalodon tooth while exploring the ocean floor in the Pacific. What’s especially interesting is …

Read moreHand-sized megalodon tooth found 10,000 feet down in Pacific Ocean

‘Frasier’ reboot with Kelsey Grammer officially happening

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Bust out the expensive, obscure sherry — it’s time for a toast. Frasier Crane is coming back to TV! Everyone’s favorite radio psychiatrist will join …

Read more‘Frasier’ reboot with Kelsey Grammer officially happening

Baby looks uncomfortable

Study finds that unborn babies smile when mom eats carrots but frown when it’s kale

October 4, 2022October 4, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Are picky eaters born, not made? A recent study out of the U.K. suggests that fetuses have some sense of taste, even in the womb …

Read moreStudy finds that unborn babies smile when mom eats carrots but frown when it’s kale

Pizza pack stores slices

This collapsible pizza pack container is a genius way to store multiple slices

September 29, 2022October 7, 2022 by Kathleen St. John | Last updated on 10/07/2022

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Read moreThis collapsible pizza pack container is a genius way to store multiple slices

Zombie cheerleader costumes for Halloween

These zombie cheerleader costumes are perfect for girls with a ghoulish side

September 26, 2022September 26, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreThese zombie cheerleader costumes are perfect for girls with a ghoulish side

Sweet potato bread

This sweet potato bread recipe is perfect for fall gatherings

September 26, 2022October 21, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Sweet potatoes are fantastically versatile. They make excellent fries, a tasty taco filling and even a particularly luscious breakfast pancake. Take advantage of their adaptable …

Read moreThis sweet potato bread recipe is perfect for fall gatherings

This spaghetti with spinach and sun-dried tomato cream sauce makes for an easy weeknight dinner

September 14, 2022September 13, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

The weather doesn’t reflect it sometimes, but fall is on the way. And at my house, that means pasta and red wine season is just …

Read moreThis spaghetti with spinach and sun-dried tomato cream sauce makes for an easy weeknight dinner

Rainbow appears as people gather at Buckingham Palace

Rainbows appeared in London and at Windsor Castle after the queen’s death

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

A glimmer of hope appeared in the skies over England just as word of Queen Elizabeth’s death spread across the globe. An official statement from …

Read moreRainbows appeared in London and at Windsor Castle after the queen’s death

Classic 1905 salad recipe gets a modern take in viral video

September 8, 2022September 7, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

A few timeless classics: The Mona Lisa. “Citizen Kane.” The 1905 salad. Now, that last one might come as a surprise, but hear me out. …

Read moreClassic 1905 salad recipe gets a modern take in viral video

Hard-boiled eggs

You can hard-cook eggs in your air fryer—and it’s really fast

September 1, 2022September 20, 2022 by Kathleen St. John | Last updated on 09/20/2022

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Read moreYou can hard-cook eggs in your air fryer—and it’s really fast

Use up your garden tomatoes in this tomato orzo salad with tahini dressing

September 1, 2022August 31, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

We’re at the height of tomato season, people. If you’ve got them in your garden, hopefully you’re picking and enjoying as many as possible. Iif …

Read moreUse up your garden tomatoes in this tomato orzo salad with tahini dressing

This balsamic-Parmesan sautéed spinach recipe makes a tasty, healthy side

August 31, 2022August 30, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

When you need tasty greens on your plate, and you need them fast, look to sautéed spinach. You can find spinach almost anywhere — maybe …

Read moreThis balsamic-Parmesan sautéed spinach recipe makes a tasty, healthy side

Japan is encouraging young people to drink more alcohol to boost tax revenue

August 30, 2022August 29, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

In an unusual move, the Japanese government is encouraging the nation’s young adults to drink alcohol. The 2020 pandemic and its aftershocks caused Japan’s alcohol …

Read moreJapan is encouraging young people to drink more alcohol to boost tax revenue

This mom let her ‘Simpsons’-fan son get a Mr. Burns haircut and the video went viral

August 23, 2022August 23, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Sometimes the pull of a great comedy bit is stronger than social anxiety: A mom on TikTok shared a short video of the Mr. Burns-style …

Read moreThis mom let her ‘Simpsons’-fan son get a Mr. Burns haircut and the video went viral

Period products like tampons and pads included in Scottish law

A law making period products free just went into effect in Scotland

August 19, 2022August 19, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

In a victory for people who get periods, Scotland is now the world’s first country to make menstrual products free to all. The Period Products …

Read moreA law making period products free just went into effect in Scotland

Woman uses a portable fan during heat wave 2022

10 gadgets to help you get through the next heat wave

August 5, 2022August 5, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Stem cell transplant cures man of HIV, blood cancer

August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

A 66-year-old man is now cancer- and HIV-free after undergoing stem cell treatment at City of Hope in Los Angeles, a cancer research and treatment …

Read moreStem cell transplant cures man of HIV, blood cancer

Son grew his hair to make a wig for mom who underwent radiation therapy

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

In 2018, Matt Shaha graduated from a university that required short hair for men and was excited about growing a magnificent mane. But then, over …

Read moreSon grew his hair to make a wig for mom who underwent radiation therapy

Is it true that you should only eat oysters in ‘R’ months?

July 27, 2022July 27, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

There’s nothing like an ice-cold platter of fresh oysters to make a meal special. The delicate bivalves have been having a moment in recent years, …

Read moreIs it true that you should only eat oysters in ‘R’ months?

The best water shoes for any adventure for the whole family

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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How to clean a ceiling fan using a few clever tricks

July 24, 2022July 22, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Every spring, as the weather warms, there’s a moment when I look up at my ceiling fans and recoil. After going dormant all winter, they’re …

Read moreHow to clean a ceiling fan using a few clever tricks

Tajin on fruit kebabs recipe

Tajin on fruit kebabs is a spicy-sweet and refreshing summer treat

July 13, 2022July 13, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Cool, fresh fruit is always a refreshing treat at a scorching summer barbecue. But let’s face it: Chunks of watermelon and cantaloupe get a little …

Read moreTajin on fruit kebabs is a spicy-sweet and refreshing summer treat

‘Foolproof’ salmon recipe is a must-have for your weeknight dinner rotation

July 11, 2022July 11, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Want to impress some new friends? Cook up some salmon — even if you don’t know how to cook salmon. Telling people you’ll be making …

Read more‘Foolproof’ salmon recipe is a must-have for your weeknight dinner rotation

‘Who’s the Boss?’ sequel is coming to Amazon Freevee

June 30, 2022July 1, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

If you were a kid in the 1980s and ‘90s you know Alyssa Milano. And if you know Milano, you know “Who’s the Boss?” and …

Read more‘Who’s the Boss?’ sequel is coming to Amazon Freevee

A Dirty Shirley cocktail is shown with a bowl of cherries.

Dirty Shirley cocktail: What’s in this grown-up version of a nonalcoholic favorite

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

I had my first Shirley Temple just after my first confession. Having just unloaded my sins on the parish priest as an 8-year-old, my parents …

Read moreDirty Shirley cocktail: What’s in this grown-up version of a nonalcoholic favorite

'Fluffy' crab Lamarckdromia beagle wears living coral as 'hat'

Australian scientists discover furry crab species that wears sponge as hat

June 22, 2022June 22, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Hats: They’re a hot fashion trend — even if you’re a crustacean. A previously undiscovered species of crab, recently found washed up on a beach …

Read moreAustralian scientists discover furry crab species that wears sponge as hat

This Dublin Coddle recipe creates a comforting one-pot Irish stew

June 15, 2022June 15, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

St. Patrick’s Day was months ago, but that’s no reason to abandon Irish food until next year. Especially if you have a small, hungry army …

Read moreThis Dublin Coddle recipe creates a comforting one-pot Irish stew

High school student walks at her graduation ceremony a month after brain injury from car accident

June 14, 2022June 14, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

When Khalia Carter found herself in the hospital after a serious car accident on April 18, she told her mother about a new life goal: …

Read moreHigh school student walks at her graduation ceremony a month after brain injury from car accident

How to make lemonade

June 13, 2022June 13, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Buick going all-electric with new vehicles coming in 2024

June 10, 2022June 10, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

American automaker Buick will produce only electric vehicles in years to come, starting in 2024. The company announced June 1 that the new Electra series …

Read moreBuick going all-electric with new vehicles coming in 2024

egg drop soup

Egg drop soup with instant noodles, spinach and scallions makes a great quick dinner

June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreEgg drop soup with instant noodles, spinach and scallions makes a great quick dinner

This motivational water bottle will help keep you hydrated

June 9, 2022June 8, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreThis motivational water bottle will help keep you hydrated

Uvalde victim given rare Girl Scouts honor for valor during shooting

June 2, 2022June 2, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

One of the victims of the tragic elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, posthumously received a rare honor from the Girl Scouts for heroism. Amerie …

Read moreUvalde victim given rare Girl Scouts honor for valor during shooting

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