The hurt will never completely leave Kevin Durant’s soul until he wins a championship. Fortunately, the Oklahoma City Thunder forward has a new goal to pursue, freeing himself mentally and emotionally from coming up short in last month’s NBA Finals to LeBron James and the Miami Heat: Olympic gold.
Las Vegas casino mogul Sheldon Adelson is giving $1 million to a “super” political committee aimed at helping conservatives get elected in Florida.
Summer is in full swing, and that means more time for friend and family get-togethers, outdoor dining, and overall fun in the sun. Whether your outdoor gatherings are small and casual or formal, large-scale events, here are some tips to make your summer celebrations a big hit.
The sun is shining and the smell of charcoal is in the air – it’s officially grilling season. Eighty-five percent of consumers will take to the tongs for some outdoor grilling this summer, according to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association. So what’s on the menu? Try these smokin’ tips and juicy recipes that will make you say “cheese please” at your next backyard feast.
Before you entrust a houseful of your possessions to a team of movers, it’s a good idea to make sure you’ve found the best movers for the job. Good long-distance moving companies can vastly improve your experience by reducing the time and effort you have to put into packing, hauling and unloading your furniture and possessions.
Federal, state and local elections in 2012 are shaping up to make this one of the most anticipated election seasons in U.S. history. In addition to voting for the president of the United States, 33 of 100 U.S. senate seats will be up for election, as well as 435 U.S. Congressional seats and the governorships for 13 states and territories.
Many people associate Native American tribes and culture with the great plains and western frontiers of the United States. Yet deep in the heartland, Wisconsin is home to more Native American tribes than any other state east of the Mississippi. Eleven tribes dot the state, sharing their land, culture, art and tradition through historic villages, festive pow-wows and scenic landscapes.
Excitement, anticipation, anxiety – back-to-school time is filled with many emotions for both kids and parents. By planning ahead, parents can make gearing up for the start of the school year a fun experience that eases the transition while boosting enthusiasm.
If you’re a parent, it’s smart to encourage your teen to get involved in the community. It makes you both feel good and can be a wonderful learning opportunity. The first step is to find an idea that inspires you both and can make the most of teen’s downtime during the summer. Here is what you both need to know.
Since the housing downturn, the ranks of renters have swelled. Now, slightly more than half of Americans who plan to move in the next two years say they intend to rent, according to a study by the Demand Institute, a nonprofit consumer research organization.
Five years ago, it’s likely that your home was worth more than it is today. For instance, the Federal Housing Finance Agency said February home prices were 19.4 percent less than in 2007.
If you love to vacation there, wouldn’t it be a nice reward after a successful career to retire there permanently?