Southwest Lifestyle

Connecting across continents

Exchange benefits trail bosses in Colorado and Mozambique

September 21, 2013

Parents often neglect to properly buckle children

The survey by the child advocacy group Safe Kids Worldwide and General Motors Foundation finds that more than one-fifth of…

September 21, 2013

Southwest Life

Hikers recount surviving Longs Peak storm

Thirty-two-year-old Connie Yang and 33-year-old Suzanne Turell, both of York, Maine, say they took advantage of a break in the…

September 21, 2013

Religion

Pope calls to comfort the faithful

Pontiff picks up phone, worries the Vatican

September 20, 2013

Religion

Pope blasts abortion after decrying rules

He’s putting focus on mercy and love

September 20, 2013

Food

A treat for the pastry-impaired

Baked apples and apricots with French toast crust can be served as a dessert or for weekend brunch.Matthew Mead/Associated Press…

September 17, 2013

Food

USDA to let Hawaii ship avocados to mainland U.S.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is changing its rules for Hawaii growers to allow them to ship Sharwil avocados to…

September 17, 2013

Food

A hearty, have-it-your-way squash bisque

Using that blend of versatility and comfort as our inspiration, we created a fast and easy squash bisque that becomes…

September 17, 2013

Food

Vintners rediscover nectar of gods

Ancient mead re-emerges as trendy brew

September 17, 2013

Food

Wanted: Men to talk turkey for Butterball call center

Hotline not just for women anymore

September 17, 2013

Food

Village north of NYC has deal for the right chef

Andrea Lowenthal of Catskill, N.Y., is offering a year of free rent on this vacant restaurant space on Main Street…

September 17, 2013

Food

The skinny on fat

it really be good for you?

September 17, 2013

Health

Bill Gates, wife win prestigious Lasker Award

Microsoft Corp. founder and philanthropist Bill Gates and his wife, Melinda Gates, attend to a child as they met with…

September 15, 2013

Health

Study: Early signs of MS may be found in the spinal fluid

The study released last week was small and must be verified by additional research. But if it pans out, the…

September 15, 2013

Health

Measles tally worst in 15 years

Before a vaccine became available about 50 years ago, nearly all children got measles by their 15th birthday. In those…

September 15, 2013

Health

Cancer-care crisis looms in U.S.

Dr. Patricia Ganz of the University of California, Los Angeles, says, “The patient can’t be passive. It’s an important partnership…

September 15, 2013

Health

Video game boosts brain

people develop focus and memory

September 15, 2013

Health

A new culprit in ‘male menopause’

estrogen levels may cause weight gain and lower sex drive

September 15, 2013

Health

Working & moving

Treadmill, stand-up desks are healthier options

September 15, 2013

Family

Okla. custody dispute compared to S.C. case

In both cases, a South Carolina couple has attempted to adopt a tribal member born in Oklahoma and placed up…

September 14, 2013

Travel

5 fun freebies in Boise, Idaho

A mountain biker rides the Polecat Loop in the Ridge to Rivers trail system in Boise, Idaho. The foothills are…

September 14, 2013

Travel

Bikes and craft beers

N.M. to Vermont to Oregon, cycling tours pedal to breweries

September 14, 2013

Travel

2 killed, tourists hurt in Papua New Guinea attack

The six attackers, armed with machetes, spears and guns, descended on the group Tuesday afternoon at a camping area along…

September 14, 2013

Travel

In Jamaica, (illegal) tours for pot lovers

Caribbean nation considers legalization to help tourism, economy

September 14, 2013

Travel

Hotels offer groceries as alternative to room service

Hotels are increasingly arranging for guests to get food deliveries from outside vendors as an alternative to room service, which…

September 14, 2013

Religion

Smith papers reveal Mormons’ early years

volume includes founder’s revelations, letters, sermons

September 13, 2013

Religion

Ex-NFL QB to speak at Mormon conference about gays

The 32nd annual Affirmation International Conference began Friday and runs through Sunday. Affirmation President Randall Hacker says he’s expecting about…

September 13, 2013

Religion

Durango workshop to focus on chanting

Markus Sieber and Angelika Baumbach will teach how to combine Kundalini yoga, breathing and the sound resonance of chants for…

September 13, 2013

Food

Former Greenbrier chef stars in ‘Recipe Rehab’

Lewisburg, W. Va., resident and professional chef Richard Rosendale, left, films an episode of “Recipe Rehab” with host Evette Rios,…

September 10, 2013

Food

Tofu: Not just for vegans

For this spicy peanut noodle salad, be sure to use tofu that is already smoked and baked.Matthew Mead/Associated Press That…

September 10, 2013