8 of the best ways to upgrade a box of brownie mix, from a professional baker

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As a professional baker, I've learned a lot of easy ways to upgrade a box of brownie mix.

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I accidentally threw out my kids' Christmas crafts. A teacher surprised me with some just in time for the holiday.

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The author accidentally threw out all of her kids handmade ornaments

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I frequently visit Las Vegas between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's one of the best times to experience The Strip.

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Author Jill Schildhouse posing in front of carousel horse at Bellagio holiday display
I'm always excited to see how Las Vegas finds new ways to dazzle and delight me in December.

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17 songs have reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this year — here they all are

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Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, and Sabrina Carpenter.

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I've skied at over 20 resorts in the US. Many won me over, but there's one popular spot I wouldn't go back to.

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Author Abby Price on skiis at Brighton Resort
A lot of people love Brighton Resort, but with so many other options out there, I don't think I'd go back a third time.

Abby Price

I rented a castle in Europe with my family. Our trip cost $151 a person per night, which felt affordable for what we got.

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My family stayed in a castle during our epic multigenerational trip.

Kathleen Willcox

6 mistakes to avoid making at the company holiday party, according to an etiquette expert

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There are a few things you should be mindful of when attending your company's holiday party.

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My mom had me and my brother in her 20s. When she wanted to have another kid in her 40s, we boycotted her idea.

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The author and her brother boycotted her mom having a third child.

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14 of the best specialty items to get at Aldi this month for $5 or less

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A tree-shaped package of Emporium Selection whiskey-cheddar cheese and a box of shortbread ice-cream sandwiches shaped like gingerbread men.
Aldi is stocking shelves with plenty of festive treats this December.

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I quit my job 5 years ago and got a one-way ticket to Bali. I've been to 24 countries, and I'm not returning to the US anytime soon.

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Tasha Prados has traveled around the world and picked up a few traveling tips along the way.

Daniel Morris

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