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3 simple recipes to make weeknight cooking feel effortless

3 simple recipes to make weeknight cooking feel effortless

  • Gretchen McKay Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

From nostalgic cheesy broccoli chicken bake to a trendy stovetop lasagna, here are a few recipes that go from pan to plate in no time.

Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

  • Associated Press

In "Back to the Future," Tolkan portrayed the bow tie-wearing vice principal Gerald Strickland of the fictitious Hill Valley High School.

Lisa Kudrow returns as the fearless actress in ‘The Comeback’

Lisa Kudrow returns as the fearless actress in ‘The Comeback’

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Lisa Kudrow needed a reason to revisit Valerie Cherish and “The Comeback,” and she found it in the emergence of artificial intelligence in Hollywood.

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

  • MATT O'BRIEN AP Technology Writer

Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors.

TSA workers might get paid Monday, but their worries and airport woes could linger

TSA workers might get paid Monday, but their worries and airport woes could linger

  • MAE ANDERSON and JOSH FUNK Associated Press

Experts and labor leaders say the mammoth security lines at some U.S. airports would not disappear overnight.

Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

  • KEVIN FREKING, LISA MASCARO and JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated Press

Johnson rejected a Senate bill and said House Republicans would seek to fund the entire department at current levels until May 22.

Soil is the foundation of your garden. Keep it healthy!

Soil is the foundation of your garden. Keep it healthy!

  • JESSICA DAMIANO Associated Press

Soil is not just "dirt." It's a living ecosystem teeming with nutrients, organic matter and billions of organisms like bacteria, fungi, insects and invertebrates like worms.

Review: ‘The Comeback’ sharpens its blades for artificial intelligence

Review: ‘The Comeback’ sharpens its blades for artificial intelligence

    While “The Comeback” runs only four episodes, it’s worth every minute.

    Inside the world’s busiest airport during DHS shutdown

    Inside the world’s busiest airport during DHS shutdown

      USA TODAY's Eve Chen takes you inside the world's busiest airport during the DHS shutdown.

      3 RV Experiences to Try in 2026

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      RV travel is no longer reserved for cross-country retirees or considered a niche way to vacation. It has become one of the most flexible, practical, and appealing ways to travel, especially as more people look for trips that feel memorable without becoming overly complicated or expensive. Enter: RV rentals to unlock RV experiences for anyone. What […]

      DHS funding bill heads to House after late-night Senate approval

      DHS funding bill heads to House after late-night Senate approval

        The U.S. Senate passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end the partial government shutdown early Friday morning.

        Review: Like ‘The Secret History,’ ‘Lucien’ is an unnerving campus tale

        Review: Like ‘The Secret History,’ ‘Lucien’ is an unnerving campus tale

          If a character is compared to Icarus early in a book, it’s not going to go well for them. Soon after Christopher, the main character and narrator of “Lucien,” arrives at Harvard University, a fellow student sees one of his paintings. It includes an angel the classmate assumes is Icarus, so he asks Christopher if he’s familiar with the mythological character: “I shook my head. “‘He flew too ...

          Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

          Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

            The deal, which the Senate approved unanimously without a roll call, next goes to the House, which is expected to consider it Friday.

            Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

            Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

              The Senate early Friday approved Homeland Security funds for Transportation Security Administration and most other agencies, but not the immigration operations at the heart of the budget impasse.

              Movies

              Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

              Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

              Lisa Kudrow returns as the fearless actress in ‘The Comeback’

              Lisa Kudrow returns as the fearless actress in ‘The Comeback’

              Review: ‘The Comeback’ sharpens its blades for artificial intelligence

              Review: ‘The Comeback’ sharpens its blades for artificial intelligence

              Composer of iconic 'Lion King' chant sues comedian over 'Circle of Life' translation

              Composer of iconic 'Lion King' chant sues comedian over 'Circle of Life' translation

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              Lisa Kudrow returns as the fearless actress in ‘The Comeback’

              Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

              Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

              AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

              AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

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              8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

              8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

              Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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              The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

              The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

              Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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              Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

              Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

              Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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              What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

              Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

              Shopping

              Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

              Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

              Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

              Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

              Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

              Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

              Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

              Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

              Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

              Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

              Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

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