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New Year's Eve photos

Readers' share photos of their celebrations.

New England great rooms

Learn how to live well in one beautiful space.

The Natural World

Amazing photos of animal and plant life around the world.

Children's apps push
parents’ buttons

Not that they need one, but parents and children have a new battleground: the app.

Why is twin having feeding trouble?

stefani2 writes, "[My son] is a frantic eater - kicks, wiggles around, cries, grunts, spits up, burps, passes gas, stomach growls audibly, etc."

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Tips for at-home
dog grooming safety

Before bathing your dog at home, consider these pieces of expert advice compiled from top breeders and groomers.

Porcupine quill under dog's skin

WilkinsIceShelf writes, "After an unfortunate encounter with a porcupine, we removed all the quills except one that was already inside the skin."

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PARTY PHOTOS

Party scene

Check out Bill Brett's party pictures around town.

Blogs

Free blowouts (if you're quick); 20 percent off products at Mitchell John Salon tonight

Mitchell John Salon will be hosting a customer appreciation night from 6-8 this evening, with free blowouts, free wine and treats, and a 20 percent-discount...

What counts as online cheating?

It's the second anniversary of Love Letters tomorrow. I'll post winners of the cotton contest on Monday. Just wanted to say happy anniversary. And that...

New Mass. push to reduce toxic chemicals in everyday products

Massachusetts legislators are filing a bill this week to protect children, families and workers from harmful chemicals found in everyday household products from window...

Body image chat with Christopher Muther

Style writer Christopher Muther has a story in today's Globe about the 'ideal' shape and how it has shifted over the years. Chat with him...

Sustainable Preservation- The Power of Preservation/Reuse as a Green Strategy Jan. 26. 7 p.m. Trinity Church, Copley Square

Buildings account for nearly 40% of all U.S. energy use and carbon emissions. With one of the country�s leading preservation architects as your guide, the...

National Pie Day is Jan 23. Do you need another excuse to eat pie?

This is the Boston Cream Pie served at Parker's Restaurant, in the Omni Parker House. Tomorrow through Sunday, a portion of the proceeds from the pie...

Lose Weight With A Food Journal

If you are looking for a great tool to help you lose weight, you may want to try using a food journal. Many nutritionists and...

Response to "Trick for treat"

Monday's question, on what to do with a friend who apparently stole a restaurant tip, had commenters discussing a variety of issues. One was whether...

Granddaughter is confused about who's "real"

Hello! My son-in-law is 37 years old. He never knew his dad and had a rough relationship with his mom, who died not long after...

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Do some good

Search here for your favorite causes and find ways to make a difference.

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Sigrid's second act

When the economy sank her fashion line, celebrated North Shore designer Sigrid Olsen had to start all over again. It hasn't been easy.

fashion

Body building

The ideal shape has shifted constantly over the years. So what does it look like now? Pictured: Rita Hayworth in 1946.

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Photos

Golden Globes fashion

Check out Globe style writer Christopher Muther's assessment of red carpet fashion, including the choices of Olivia Wilde, Scarlett Johansson, and Mila Kunis.

- Photos Red carpet scene
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- Photos Onstage highlights and wins
‘Social Network’ is tops at Globes

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Food

What trends are chefs seeing?

Local chefs whip up some predictions about what to expect in the new year, including molecular gastronomy, small pies, more Mexican, unusual fish, communal settings, and more.

Sunday Supper and more

Turkey meatballs are at-home comfort food

If you’re inclined to make something hearty that won’t kill the household you cook for, we suggest a lighter version of meatball subs, which can be flipped into a tasty soup later.

- Recipes Mini-meatball subs
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- Swiss chard soup with meatballs
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Last week's recipes

- More recipes Asian dipping sauce
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- Gratin topping

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Health & Wellness

Healthiest places in Boston

Here are your picks for the healthiest places in and around Boston. At the end, vote on the place you feel is healthiest of them all.

Discuss What do you think are healthiest places?

Dr. Barbara Almond discusses the hidden side of motherhood

Q. Your book has rather a shocking premise: that mothers often feel anger and hostility toward their children. What made you want to write about this?

Fashion/Style

A twin with a singular sense of fashion

Designer Charlotte Ronson dresses celebs such as Blake Lively and Kate Moss. So it’s surprising to hear the designer express her concerns over making budget-minded clothes for the masses.