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These mentors see the 'collective trauma' of pandemic-hit teens LOS ANGELES — Sometimes it's karaoke. Sometimes it's multiplayer games like skribbl or Among Us. by Julia Barajas, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Ancient form of hunting, finds new devotees GRANTVILLE, Pa. — The red-tailed hawk sat perched on the twisted limb of an old, dead tree, its eyes locked on the woman traipsing through the briars and thickets below. by Jason Nark The Philadelphia Inquirer (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

How Dallas’ drag queens are making it work in the pandemic DALLAS — After months without much practice, Joe Hoselton was worried he wouldn’t get his mug on right. by Charles Scudder The Dallas Morning News (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Design predictions grow out of pandemic trends PHILADELPHIA — Spending so much time at home in 2020 has forced us to rethink how we use our space and to invest in things we never knew we needed: a roof deck, a home gym, an outdoor heater, no-touch appliances. by Cynthia Henry The Philadelphia Inquirer (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Kennedy Space Center gives children new area to explore ORLANDO, Fla. — Young astronauts and aspiring space explorers now have a new forum to discover planets and delve into galaxies at Planet Play, the latest addition to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. by Patrick Connolly Orlando Sentinel (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Style at Home: Beating the post-holiday decor slump We did it! We survived 2020 and a — for a lack of better word — unique holiday season. Since we were spending most of our holiday time at home this year, I pulled out all the stops to make it feel as normal as possible. by Katie Laughridge, Tribune News Service Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Family travel five: Feed your hunger for adventure Adding a culinary twist, virtually or in person, to your cultural exploration can provide the whole family with a fulfilling experience. by Lynn O’Rourke Hayes FamilyTravel.com (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Plumber: Looking for an ergonomic shower control valve Q: Dear Ed: My wife has arthritis in her hands, and we are looking to install some type of ergonomic shower control valve. by Ed Del GrandeTribune News Service Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask Angie’s List: How can I improve indoor air quality? You may have heard of a variety of potential services or additions you can install in your HVAC system or elsewhere in your home that will boost air quality. by Paul F. P. Pogue Angie’s List (TNS) Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Design Recipes: 10 ways to freshen up your walls 1 Paint an accent wall. Using paint and creating a colorful accent wall is a great place to start to perk up your space. by Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

From the Stacks: Take an otherworldly break with these graphic novels If you need some humorous distraction in your life right about now, you could definitely do worse than Nathan Pyle's two graphic novels, "Strange Planet" and "Stranger Planet. by Lisa Sanning, For the News Tribune Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask a Master Gardener: Remember the importance of crop rotation and a garden plan One of the most common questions asked is "Do I really need to rotate my garden crops? by Peter Sutter, For the News Tribune Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

'Quarantine Expressions' on display When the coronavirus first emerged and began to spread in the United States, many were forced to stay home for weeks as we all tried to do our part to stay safe. by Madeleine Leroux Published Jan. 14 2021 @ 12:05am

Dolphin man: For 50 years, biologist has studied bottlenose dolphins from a research center on Florida’s Gulf Coast CHICAGO — Beginning his work in marine biology, Randy Wells thought he was a shark guy.But the teenager whose family had just moved from Peoria, Illinois, to Florida’s Gulf Coast volunteered to help a local researcher study the migration patterns of the bottlenose dolphins off of Sarasota. by Steve Johnson Chicago Tribune (TNS) Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Textiles to admire or cozy up with In this winter of hunkering down at home, there’s a trend that’s just right for the times: quilts as decor and as art. by Kim Cook Associated Press Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Keep an eye out for smart plumbing fixtures in new year Q: Hi Ed: I've read your past columns on new electronic plumbing fixtures. Later this year we plan to start construction on a smart home and want to use the latest in smart plumbing technology. by Ed Del Grande, Tribune News Service Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Will 2021 be a better year for travel? Yes, for lots of reasons Look for deals on airline tickets to overseas destinations. Expect pampering by hospitality industry employees showing a fresh zeal for the visitors who help boost their economies, national and personal. by Kerri Westenberg Star Tribune (TNS) Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

She made her own social distancing bubble — as a 12-foot-wide dress LOS ANGELES — This wasn't the first time Shay Rose went viral.But it was the biggest.In her 21 years, the social media star — Shay Rose is a pseudonym — has built a mammoth following on TikTok and Instagram with handmade whimsical costumes that re-create looks from Disney princesses to Lady Gaga. by Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Left behind: How to prepare pets for a post-pandemic life Sometime in 2021, probably for many more than a year after pandemic restrictions began in the United States, most American workers and students will return to campuses, offices and other workplaces. by the Associated Press Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

From the Stacks: An otherworldly coming-of-age story in 'The Brave' Compulsion rules Collin's life.He can't stop himself from counting the number of letters in words spoken to him. by Angie Bayne, For the News Tribune Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

They need to chill. Tips for turning seeds into trees How exciting to think of a full-size tree locked up within each seed still clinging to the branches of sugar maples, hornbeams, oaks, sycamores and other trees at the end of summer. by Lee Reich, Associated Press Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

How should I plan a home gym? Home gyms have always been a popular option for getting fit without needing to share space at a fitness club. by Paul F.P. Pogue Angie’s List (TNS) Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Changes, challenges: The not-so-secret life of pandemic pets CINCINNATI (AP) — Olivia Hinerfeld’s dog, Lincoln, and Kate Hilts’ cat, Potato, have something in common: They both like to interrupt Zoom calls as their owners work from home. Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am