Countries eager to reopen to travel as pandemic recedes
Countries reliant on tourism are racing to reopen borders and revive economies decimated by the pandemic.
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In NYC's furthest flung neighborhood, vaccine a tough sell
NEW YORK (AP) — If there's one place where people could fear the coronavirus more than a vaccination needle, it's the Far Rockaway section of Queens: Nearly 460 residents of the seaside neighborhood have died of COVID-19.
Bike store owners in Washington state address bike shortage
LYNNWOOD, Wash. (AP) — Bicycle store owners in Washington state have raised concerns over a shortage that is leaving racks empty across the country as more people are buying bikes during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Definitive List: 32 Dad’s Day Gifts Guaranteed To Leave A Smile On His Face
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Tiny Homes To Spend Your Next Weekend
Broadry — Tiny homes are a BIG thing. The little vacation-rentals-on-wheels are gaining popularity with outdoor enthusiasts seeking a unique mini cabin-like campground experience. Guests can book these budget-friendly mini homes like they would any other campsite or glamping accommodation — most range between 175 and 350...
3 tips for navigating Memorial Day sales
In typical Memorial Day fashion, this weekend will be filled with sales on appliances, apparel and travel — plus a few new categories, too. Here’s where to find the deals and how to save.
In New Orleans, documenting history of iconic Black street
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans resident Raynard Sanders can detail the many ways Black businesses and culture thrived under the canopy of oak trees along Claiborne Avenue: the Black insurance companies, the corner lot home to the Black musicians union, the church that held a funeral to bury slavery. And the Mardi Gras gatherings where families watched the Baby Dolls, the Batiste brothers and the Zulu parade.
Writer Paul Rudnick scores with a witty, regal romance novel
NEW YORK (AP) — Paul Rudnick has written a romantic comedy with a royal twist.
Baby Girl Sussex is coming, so what's big bro Archie to do?
NEW YORK (AP) — Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, the 2-year-old son of Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan, will soon have a sister in the California hamlet the decamped royals call home.
Three common garden pests — and a 17-year visitor who isn't
OK, so you’ve got your vegetable and flower transplants in the ground, their roots are reaching out into surrounding soil, and stems are starting to grow.
12 Books for Toddlers to Teens That Will Have Kids Reading All Summer Long
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8 Under-The-Radar Destinations for Campers
Broadry — While major national parks and large family attractions tend to grab travel headlines, there are still plenty of under-the-radar destinations to consider visiting this summer. RVshare, the largest peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace, put together a list of some of their top camping-friendly picks: South...
'Hadestown' jumps ahead of pack to welcome Broadway patrons
NEW YORK (AP) — “Hadestown,” the brooding musical about the underworld, has set its Broadway reopening date on Sept. 2, jumping ahead of such megahits as “Hamilton” and “Wicked” to position itself as the first show to welcome audiences on Broadway since the pandemic.
On a mission to heal after exposing her dad to deadly virus
SHARON, Mass. (AP) — For a year, Michelle Pepe awoke every day, recited the Kaddish, the mourner’s prayer, and kissed a photo of her father. And coped with her guilt.
Taking Your Pup For A Hike? Here Are Some Must Haves Before You Head Out
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Liz Weston: How to be a better long-distance caregiver
Long pandemic lockdowns forced many older adults to become comfortable with video calls to stay connected with family. That in turn means that long-distance caregivers have a better way to see how their loved ones are faring.
Spice cabinet shortcut speeds up this Kurdish braise
The elaborate pilafs, roasts and other celebratory dishes of the Middle East often take time that home cooks don’t have. But they still can provide ample fodder for inspiration.
As US schools resume testing, large numbers are opting out
Standardized tests are returning to the nation’s schools this spring, but millions of students will face shorter exams that carry lower stakes, and most families are being given the option to forgo testing entirely.
Whimsical new NYC waterfront park floats over Hudson River
NEW YORK (AP) — A whimsical new park that appears to float on pilings above the Hudson River opened to the public just off the Manhattan shoreline Friday, four years after a fight between media mogul Barry Diller and a billionaire real estate developer threatened to derail it.
Correction: Waymo-Driverless Ride-Hailing story
CHANDLER, Ariz. (AP) — In a story May 20, 2021, about a driverless ride-hailing service, The Associated Press erroneously reported the title of Waymo employee Saswat Panigrahi. He is a senior director for product management, not a senior product manager.
