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A big statue of a tiger sits in front of the train station of Norway’s capital, Oslo. A local once explained that Oslo is nicknamed “Tiger City” because, in the 19th century, when country boys would visit this wild and crazy "New York City of Norway," it would "make a mark on their soul."

I find Oslo more of a kitten than a tiger. Its mix...Read more

Are your bored kids driving you nuts? You’re certainly not alone. Whether it’s Thanksgiving weekend or the weeks leading up to the December holidays, keeping the kids entertained can be a challenge at home or while visiting relatives.

And a lot of us will be trying to corral the kids with relatives this holiday season, according to a new ...Read more

Six-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Paul Winter is back with his latest album, “Horn of Plenty.” “It is the literal meaning of cornucopia, the traditional Thanksgiving symbol of abundance,” the musician said. “I have always referred to my soprano sax as a horn, and I’ve aspired to produce a voice on saxophone that is similar to...Read more

Whenever I'm in Greece, I don't let a sun go down without enjoying a nice glass of ouzo. It's funny, because I don't even like the taste of that licorice-flavored firewater when I’m back home in the United States. But you can't experience Greek culture without really tasting it – from olives at breakfast to ouzo after dark.

You don't drink ...Read more