Most of the time, you can clean a cast-iron pan by wiping it down with a dry paper towel or a cotton dishcloth. If the pan is well seasoned, bits of burnt, stuck-on food will come right off. If any ...

Moss thrives in cool, damp conditions away from direct sunlight, and with a steady moisture supply, it can quickly establish itself almost anywhere. Patios provide ideal conditions for moss growth, as ...

LONDON (AP) — Playing an NBA game in his hometown of Berlin was a blast, though Orlando Magic star Franz Wagner acknowledged he’s pretty happy to be in London. Wagner had missed five weeks with a high ...

Lawrence junior Cami Nauholz shoots the ball in a 61-44 win over Blue Valley West on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, in Lawrence. The Lawrence girls basketball team shook off some holiday rust en route to ...

There are 11 federal holidays in 2026, and if you’re one of the lucky Americans with paid time off, a little strategy can turn those fixed dates into something more generous. You can take long ...

If your cast-iron pan has rust spots and has seen better days, don’t get rid of it. It may look beyond repair, but there are a few easy ways to remove the rust and re-season the pan so you can put it ...

For all the owners and players with something at stake in the negotiations of a new ECHL collective bargaining agreement this past week, many others were left to wait out the players’ strike. On top ...

Wondering how to get kids off their phones? Try these strategies for a reset. Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable Composite; d3sign / Moment / Getty Among the most difficult parenting tasks, there are few as ...

Sometimes switching mobile carriers is necessary to get the best price and coverage. But the process can be a hassle, especially if you have to upgrade your phone at the same time. Luckily, with the ...

Americans receive fewer paid vacation days than workers in most other industrialized nations. Strategically requesting paid time off around federal holidays can maximize vacation time. Planning ahead ...

Raindrops fall on ornaments on Shirlington's Christmas tree (staff photo by Jay Westcott) Federal workers will get two additional days off this holiday season, thanks to an executive order just issued ...