Lifestyle

In China, woman sues children for support

Zhang Zefang, a 94-year-old woman who sued her own children for not taking care of her, sits on her bed…

October 12, 2013

Colorado’s lavender industry finding a fragrant niche

The plans involve neither wine nor fruit. In their place, Legarre is growing the state’s largest lavender crop. When it…

October 12, 2013

Southwest Life

Colorado fire departments scramble to recruit new volunteers

Northern Colorado county struggles to find help; lives, property put at risk

October 12, 2013

Religion

Jews prepare for Thanksgivukkah

Convergence of Thanksgiving, Hanukkah leads to new symbols, songs

October 11, 2013

Religion

Mormons push their church’s stance on homosexuality

Wendy Montgomery wants The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to teach that homosexuality isn’t a sin.Rick Bowmer/Associated Press…

October 11, 2013

Food

A healthy alternative to white pasta with clams

To save time, cook barley like you would pasta – in a full pot of boiling, salted water.Matthew Mead/Associated Press…

October 8, 2013

Food

Pisco: A liquor hot enough to have ambassadors?

Cuzco, left, and Judgement Day cocktails are made with pisco.MATTHEW MEAD/Associated Press The problem? Not enough Americans are familiar with…

October 8, 2013

Food

Fruit of the vine

Local vintners create award-winning wines

October 8, 2013

Family

Uncoordinated sports parents take heart

It may not be how athletic you are, but instead, how supportive

October 5, 2013

Religion

Poll shows major shift in identity of Jews in U.S.

The intermarriage rate has reached a high of 58 percent for all Jews, and 71 percent for non-Orthodox Jews –…

October 4, 2013

Religion

College students divided about God

Three distinct worldviews found on campuses

October 4, 2013

Food

The meaning of gleaning

Locals join forces to reduce waste and feed the hungry

October 1, 2013

Food

Carver Brewing chef wins competition

Cuntzdu1-i-syn Cuntz’s recipe was selected as the best of 150 chef submissions. Called “The Durango Strip Loin,” it is a…

October 1, 2013

Food

Moosewood turns 40, offers fresh take on veg life

“The image was definitely crunchy granola back in the day,” says Mary Margaret Chappell, food editor of Vegetarian Times magazine.…

October 1, 2013

Food

U.S.-Japan deal could benefit organics

The Agriculture Department has announced an agreement between the United States and Japan that will allow organic products to be…

October 1, 2013

Food

Bourdain admits mistake about iconic ‘Frito pie’

Acerbic food critic slams dish made in Santa Fe

October 1, 2013

Food

Healthy white chili with deep flavor

The creaminess of this white chicken chili comes from mashed white beans, which are a good source of fiber, folate…

October 1, 2013

Family

Exxon to offer benefits to same-sex couples in U.S.

The company says it will recognize “all legal marriages” when it determines eligibility for health-care plans for the company’s 77,000…

September 28, 2013

Family

Guide dog dies after saving owner’s child from car

On Monday, Dave Furukawa, who is visually impaired, was walking his young son to school along with Simon. As the…

September 28, 2013

Religion

Southern Baptist school head marks 20 years

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary President Albert Mohler has led the seminary for 20 years and has no intention of leaving.…

September 27, 2013

Food

These fries will lighten the load

Burger King launches lower-calorie product

September 24, 2013

Food

Pulled pork makes friends with soba noodle soup

For a Japanese twist on pulled pork, this soup is flavored with shiitake mushrooms and ginger.Matthew Mead/Associated Press We started…

September 24, 2013

Food

A hot pocket of curried potatoes

This recipe for Puffed Curry Potato Pockets starts off vegan, but feel free to add meat or cheese, if you…

September 24, 2013

Food

The price of produce

What’s the true cost – and value – of local and organic?

September 24, 2013