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Some suggestions for Sunday having nothing to do with the game

Super Bowl Sunday. An event where everyone gathers in front of the largest television they can find, snacks and beverages on hand, to watch with bated breath as one team is crowned NFL champion.

Civil rights activists share stories at Beale

One of the most terrifying acts of violence during the civil rights era -- the firebombing of a bus full of activists in Anniston, Ala. -- would have a deep, lifelong impact on two people who, on the surface, couldn't have been more different: a 12-year-old white girl, who lived nearby, and a young black Los Angeles college student witnessing the horrifying events 2,000 miles away.

It's not whodunit, but howdunit for Kern's 'CSI' guy

Greg Laskowski picked up his smartphone a few days ago and read an interesting -- if slightly macabre -- question that had popped up on its screen.

PETE TITTL: Give BAM Deli a test drive for some Greek flair

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5 Tips for Healthy Winter Hair

Bundle up, beauties! Winter is officially here. As temperatures plummeted last week, I was forced to break out my puffy down coat, scarf, gloves, and earmuffs on my daily trek to the office. And if the cold wasn't harsh enough, static cling is on...

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Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Must-Have Beauty Picks

I don't want to stress anyone out, but guess what time it is, beauties? Time to head to the mall (or computer) for holiday gift shopping! As always, PARADE editors help streamline the process by inspiring readers with a ton of great holiday gifts...

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Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale on A's 'Shocking' Identity

If you mix Desperate Housewives and Gossip Girl, you will probably end up with something very close to the delicious ABC Family drama Pretty Little Liars. Don’t let the name of the network the show airs on full you: every Monday night it offers...

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Paula Deen on Her Diabetes Confession: 'The Time Was Right'

Celebrity chef Paula Deen has cooked her way to fame and fortune with calorie-rich recipes. But her love of down-home comfort food hasn't come without controversy. Now, the 64-year-old Food Network star is addressing rumors and opening up about her...

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Party Watch: Celebrating with the Stars at the Toronto Film Festival

After the red carpets emptied and the movie theaters turned off their lights, the celebrities attending the annual Toronto International Film Festival made good use of their chauffeured cars and fancy duds by hitting the many parties and intimate...

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Amy Winehouse Likely Died of Seizure, Dad Says

Amy Winehouse's father says his daughter died after suffering a seizure brought on by alcohol withdrawal. In his first major TV interview since the death of Winehouse, Mitch Winehouse told CNN's Anderson Cooper that illicit drugs had nothing to do...

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Suze Orman: 'When I Dance, I Lead'

WALTER SCOTT ASKS...Suze Orman The financial guru’s new show, America’s Money Class with Suze Orman, is airing now on OWN (Mondays, 9 p.m. ET). You started out as a waitress. What did you learn from that? "I learned to treat people with honesty...

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Sandra Bullock: 'I Cry at Everything Now'

“I cry at everything now. ... I’ve become more open to surprises and feelings.” —Sandra Bullock on how motherhood has changed her.See exclusive photos of the actress

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Miss Piggy's Stylish Wardrobe

Miss Piggy has always been one of my favorite fabulous females. (OK, so she’s actually not a person, but does that really matter?) Kermit and Miss Piggy's Top 5 Gift-Giving Tips Part of the reason I love her so much is that her wardrobe is as bold...

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Designer Looks for Less: Versace for H&M

Donatella Versace is going back to the archives to bring the most memorable pieces to the fashion-forward H&M consumer. "The collection for H&M is the essence of Versace. I can't wait to see how H&M’s wide audience will make these pieces their...

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