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Beat Holiday Weight Gain with These 5 Easy Tips

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

The holiday season can derail even the most disciplined weight‑loss plans. With less sleep, more stress, and an abundance of treats, it’s no wonder...

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Oscars Move From ABC to YouTube, Ending 68 Years of TV Broadcast

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

In a seismic shift for one of television’s marquee events, the Academy Awards will depart ABC and begin streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029,...

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When Your Child Sniffles: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Holiday Party Decisions

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

You’ve already pulled the holiday outfits, baked the cookies, and wrapped the presents. The big party is just around the corner, but your little one...

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Join the 2025‑26 Christmas Bird Count and Other Winter Birding Events Across Southern California

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

Southern California’s winter twilight is alive with the chatter of Western Scrub Jays, Great Horned Owls, House Finches, and even Red‑Crowned...

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TSA Provides Holiday Travel Tips for Gifts, Electronics, Food, and Drinks

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

With millions expected to take to the skies for the year‑end holiday season, the TSA is offering a handy guide to keep your gifts, gadgets and...

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How to Host a White Elephant Gift Exchange That Keeps Everyone Laughing

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

Holiday parties often fill calendars with dinners, parties, and gift-giving. If you want to keep the festivities light without the pressure of buying...

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2020 U.S. Census: Why Every Resident Must Participate

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

The 2020 U.S. Census is mandatory for anyone living in the United States, and its results shape federal funding and representation. What Is the...

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Biloxi Police Arrest Woman for Alleged Razor Blade Tampering in Walmart Bread

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

On Tuesday, Biloxi police arrested Camille Benson, a 33‑year‑old woman from Texas, for allegedly pushing razor blades into loaves of bread at two...

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Psychotherapist Urges Holidayers to Prioritize Connection Over Perfection

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

In the midst of holiday preparations, the pressure to have everything perfect can be overwhelming. Psychotherapist and TODAY contributor Niro...

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Nick Reiner Arrested on First‑Degree Murder Charges in Parents’ Brentwood Deaths

Ethan R. Coleman December 18, 2025

Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested on Monday for the murders of his parents, Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele Reiner, 68, whose bodies were discovered Sunday...