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Eva Mendes on being a stay-at-home mom: Like being a 'personal assistant to an abusive boss'

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 19:42:03 +0000

Eva Mendes put her career on hold to be a stay-at-home mom to her two daughters with Ryan Gosling, but she wasn't prepared for how hard it is.

Duchess Kate 'hugely grateful' for crew after plane incident: 'It was pretty bumpy up there'

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 17:00:47 +0000

Fierce lightning prevented Prince William and Duchess Kate's jet from landing but otherwise it was a busy Day 4 in Pakistan for Prince Will and Kate.

Pumpkin spice snickerdoodle cookies: Get the recipe

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:18:53 +0000

Pumpkin and snickerdoodle are flavors of the holidays, but have you ever tried them together? This recipe has both in one tasty cookie.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively share first photo (kind of) of their new baby

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:06:45 +0000

Ryan Reynolds tweeted out a photo of him, Blake Lively and what appeared to be their newborn baby in a post about climate policy.

Fantasy Fest prepares to kick off in Key West

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:35:41 +0000

Key West's decadent annual Fantasy Fest celebration is kicking off 10 days of masquerade parties, elaborate costume contests, street fairs and other festivities. This year's theme is "In Tune But … Off Key" celebrating all things musical. (Oct. 18)

The robot invasion has begun: Meet the computer-generated influencers taking over Instagram

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 17:36:22 +0000

If you thought the Kardashians were fake, just wait until you hear about Miquela.

8 adorable and funny ways to dress up your pregnant bump for Halloween

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 13:00:06 +0000

Being pregnant makes Halloween all the more fun because now you get to use your baby bump as an accessory for your costume.

6 ways parents can reduce heavy metals in the food they give their babies

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 17:42:29 +0000

Freaking out after that report 95% of baby foods are contaminated with toxic metals? We hear you. Here's what parents can do to protect their kids.

How to naturally sweeten foods and recipes

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:46:51 +0000

You can eliminate unhealthy sugars from your daily diet without giving up sweetness altogether. There are plenty of ways to naturally sweeten recipes.

Chocolate bars that are good for your gut

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 23:40:47 +0000

Trying to be healthy? You don't have to swear off chocolate completely. These bars promote friendly bacteria and reduce inflammation in the gut.

'Momsplaining' exclusive: Kristen Bell shares hilarious mom moments with Jennifer Garner

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 19:20:17 +0000

Kristen Bell is back for season 4 of "Momsplaining" on "Ellen" and it could be the most provocative yet.

Adorable kid complains to his dad after his mom left for work without a goodbye kiss

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:25:02 +0000

Two-year-old Alexander was shocked when his mom left to go to work without giving him a goodbye kiss.

Sweet girl tells adoptive mom her 'heart fell in love' the first time they met

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 18:39:47 +0000

A sweet girl told the story of how she felt when she first met her adoptive mom.

Most shocking, sexy celeb looks of 2019: Emmys, JLo, Kardashians

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 00:51:48 +0000

Legs and cleavage have been on display on red carpets throughout 2019 so far. Check out all the sheer dresses, bold cutouts and barely-there dresses.

Halloween decorations: 5 festive DIY cake topper ideas

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:11:43 +0000

We've created five DIY Halloween cake toppers that vary from easy to difficult, so you can choose the project that's right for you.

Prince William and Duchess Kate tour Pakistan

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:00:23 +0000

Prince William and Duchess Kate of Cambridge are visiting Pakistan for their "most complex" foreign tour ever.

Grain to glass: Craft distilleries welcome visitors for tastings, tours

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:17:11 +0000

Fueled by the farm-to-table food movement, craft makers are touting their grain-to-glass spirits. Here are 10 that offer tours and tastings.

3 Halloween tips for parents on culturally appropriative costumes

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:50:59 +0000

Here are 3 tips to help parents navigate Halloween shopping by avoiding potential culturally appropriation missteps when selecting costumes for kids.

Exclusive look at Disney's Top 15 Toys of 2019: Frozen 2, Star Wars, Marvel and Lion King

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 21:42:39 +0000

Disney's top toys include a "Frozen 2" castle, a talking Thanos, "Star Wars" figures, a Mickey Mouse kitchen and Lightning McQueen remote control car

The most unusual celebrity baby names, from Psalm to Apple

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 11:40:56 +0000

For some celebrities, finding a name for their child is an opportunity to get creative. Here are some of the most unique and unusual names.

Justin Timberlake says family life with Jessica Biel and son is like a 'baptism'

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 20:23:15 +0000

Marriage to Jessica Biel and fatherhood were such profound events that Justin Timberlake compared them to a baptism, saying he can't "go back."

Kylie Jenner singing 'Rise and Shine' in an epic mom voice has taken the internet by storm

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:01:05 +0000

It was an innocent moment when Kylie Jenner sang "Rise and Shine" to wake up her 1-year-old daughter Stormi. The internet has feelings. Jenner has merch.

Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan speak out about 'challenging' media backlash in TV interview

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:09:48 +0000

Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan talk to a British ITV journalist about their struggles with media coverage.

'Still going strong': Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter become longest-married presidential couple

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 21:34:15 +0000

At 26,765 days — that's more than 73 years — the Carters surpassed the previous record held by former President George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush.

Top Halloween costume ideas for 2019, according to Pinterest

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 16:34:51 +0000

It's spooky season! And Pinterest is sharing the top trending Halloween costume search for 2019 for males and females. We've rounded up the results.

Antoni Porowski, Bella Twins bring latkes, laughs to USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience in NYC

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 15:59:03 +0000

The Bella Twins and "Queer Eye" star Antoni Porowski charmed with wine and cooking demos at the New York stop of the USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience.

Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel welcome baby boy Myles: 'We are overjoyed'

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:59:17 +0000

Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel have welcomed a new baby, and will likely have Myles to go before they sleep.

Pregnant mom of 4 Hilaria Baldwin reveals moment she went from meh on kids to wanting more

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 17:35:00 +0000

Hilaria Baldwin has her fifth child on the way. When she met Alec Baldwin he wanted kids. She wasn't sure. Everything changed in one moment.

Seeing double? Identical twin nurses help deliver identical twin girls at Georgia hospital

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:06:13 +0000

Emma and Addison Williams were born at the Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center on Sept. 25 in Athens, Georgia.

Prince Harry chokes up about Archie and being a dad in speech at WellChild awards

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 16:28:11 +0000

Prince Harry couldn't hold back his emotions thinking about being a dad to baby Archie during WellChild awards speech.

City that went viral for banning teens from trick-or-treating clarified its law. Good!

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:30:27 +0000

A Virginia city went viral last Halloween for banning teens from trick-or-treating. Chesapeake has since changed its law.

Mike Fisher praises Carrie Underwood: 'It really is amazing how she does it all'

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 19:26:54 +0000

Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher shared a sweet message to social media admiring his wife for being able to balance touring and parenting.

Melania Trump Style Diary

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 18:45:26 +0000

What designers does the first lady choose to wear? Click through to see Melania Trump's ensembles.

Andy Grammer explains why he is 'insanely' excited about having another daughter

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:13:40 +0000

Singer and songwriter Andy Grammer is expecting another daughter, and he says that's "Fine by Me."

A parents' guide to cultural appropriation: an expert breaks down kids' Halloween costumes

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:53:27 +0000

A cultural appropriation expert shares the dos and don'ts of Halloween costumes for kids. Is Moana OK? What about Alladin? We got answers.

Juul's announcement to suspend flavors is a cynical step that will keep kids hooked

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 17:31:47 +0000

Don't be fooled. The e-cigarette company clings to mint and menthol, the flavors youth like most, as the clock ticks on Trump’s proposed flavor ban.

Yum! The most talked-about dishes at USA TODAY and IndyStar's Wine & Food Experience

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 14:09:54 +0000

If you thought the IndyStar eats sound great, there are more USA TODAY Wine & Food Experiences this fall in Cincinnati, Louisville and Chicago.

Day in celebrities

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:22:04 +0000

Look through the best celebrity moments from around the world, every day

Why put out a teal pumpkin and non-food treats? Moms with kids who depend on them explain

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 16:09:21 +0000

The Teal Pumpkin Project seeks to include all children on Halloween night, even the millions who have food allergies or diet restrictions.

2019 celebrity engagements: Jonah Hill, Sarah Hyland, Scarlett Johansson, JLo and more

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:30:46 +0000

Love is in the air in 2019, with famous faces getting engaged. Lindsey Vonn said yes to P. K. Subban, A-Rod proposed to JLo and more.