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Leah McLaren

The mean shall inherit the Earth (or at least clean up on Jeopardy!)

Curmudgeons are far more intelligent than their happy counterparts, according to a new Australian study 5:21 PM EST

A party wheel, courtesy of Centner, adds up the perfect guests-to-goods ratio.
Impress your guests

For a perfect party, you do the math

If there is one thing a host wants to prevent, it's the mad dash to the corner market to grab a few bottles of mineral water after miscalculating how much was needed 5:11 PM EST

Beppi Crosariol
Beppi Crosariol's Wines & Spirits

Say da to Russia's favourite premium vodka

Produced from winter wheat, the spirit has a nuance of bread-like flavour 3:30 PM EST

Ralph Lauren Black Label silk shirt, $600 at the Room. Sequined bow tie, $120 through www.christophershermanbowties.com.

Style

Fashion's golden moment

Gold has never been more precious – as a commodity and in your closet 5:16 PM EST

Shopping

Kids' clothes – and the women who wear them

Amy Verner fesses up to shopping the juniors department. She is not alone 5:39 PM EST

Retail

Have yourself a merry digi-Christmas

As more stores pursue your online dollars this year, the keys to savvy e-shopping include starting early, getting gifts prewrapped 3:37 PM EST

Animal attraction

Fur v. fang: Why werewolves are sexier than vampires

Part bad boy, part protector, werewolves are eclipsing vampires as the hot paranormal fantasy Nov 19, 2009 5:47PM EST

Paul Taylor's Small Doses

Heart disease predates the Whopper

Despite ancient Egyptians' active lifestyle and absence of fast food, researchers have discovered hardened arteries among mummies 9:01 AM EST

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Impress your guests
For a perfect party, you do the math

If there is one thing a host wants to prevent, it's the mad dash to the corner market to grab a few bottles of mineral water after miscalculating how much was needed

A party wheel, courtesy of Centner, adds up the perfect guests-to-goods ratio.
Homework: The other side
More teachers flexing around homework

As parents become more vocal about homework, educators say a new approach is emerging. Say hello to longer deadlines and assignments tailored to each student

Holidays
2009 Tech Gift Guide

Browse reviews of nearly two dozen of the season's hottest gadgets -- everything from exercise watches to remote-control robots.

Poll

How do you feel about the salt in your food?

Results & Past Polls

Interactive Puzzles

Challenge yourself with today's puzzles

Crossword Puzzles

Sudoku Puzzles

Poached pears with red wine drizzle

Beppi Crosariol shows you how to use wine to make a rich dessert perfect for fall

Video
How to store wine

Never dump a half-full bottle of wine again. Beppi Crosariol shares his tips on keeping vino fresh after it's been opened



Social Studies
Stop loafing, kids, your inner hamster and starry-eyed men

A daily miscellany of information by Michael Kesterton

Lives Lived
Henry Stanley Kulig

Husband, father, grandfather, veteran, gardener, golfer, bridge player, Meals on Wheels volunteer. Born Jan. 2, 1920, in Strzyzow, Poland. Died May 7 in Brantford, Ont., after a stroke, aged 89.
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