Holidays
How cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins – World Sensorium / Conservancy
Regardless of how you celebrate end-of-year holidays, food is probably central to your winter festivities. And a trio of spices – cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger – feature in many dishes and drinks and are an unmistakable part of the scent profile we associate with the holiday season. As a plant scientist, I was curious to know …
Visit St Lawrence Gap to Get Stuck Into the Barbados Lifestyle – A Must-See on All Barbados Holidays
If you want to get stuck into the fast-pace, hip and fun side of Barbados then the only place to head to is Saint Lawrence Gap. Situated on the south coast of the island and backing onto to the gorgeous Dover beach this strip of shops, bars, restaurants and hotels is the place to see …
Medical experts share travel options for vaccinated people
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cleared vaccinated Americans to travel again, but some immunized travelers remain on the fence about making summer plans. Is it finally safe to fly? What about visiting unvaccinated relatives or traveling with young children? CNBC Global Traveler asked medical professionals — all of whom are …
Tradition, technology combine to keep family close at holidays | Announcements
A gingerbread creation from the challenge. Herman’s granddaughter in New York City built a house with shortbread. A colorful entry in Herman’s challenge. …
COVID-19 didn’t take a break over the holidays in Central Texas
(KWTX) – At least 48,211 cases of COVID-19 have now been confirmed in Central Texas–an increase of 4,470 since Christmas Eve–almost 400 patients are in local hospitals, a record number of patients are hospitalized statewide, an area state prison unit is on lockdown because of the virus, the regional death toll is nearing 800, and …
Holiday Health: Staying on track during the holidays
In 2020 things have looked different, but many families are still cooking and enjoying lots of food this winter. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Each year, families gather to share home-cooked meals and fun times around the holidays. In 2020 things have looked different, but many families are still cooking and enjoying lots of food this winter. …
Health and Nutrition 101: Staying Home for the Holidays
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Coronavirus live updates: Ahead of holidays, United States reports more hospitalizations than ever before
Maryland judge refuses to halt Montgomery County’s indoor dining ban as coronavirus cases surge By Rachel Chason, Rebecca Tan and Patricia Sullivan After a 12-hour hearing, a Maryland judge upheld a ban on indoor dining in Montgomery County late Wednesday, agreeing with a judge in neighboring Prince George’s County who made a similar ruling earlier …
Sovah Health staff asks for community’s help to slow spread of COVID-19 during holidays
DANVILLE, Va. – Frontline workers at SOVAH Health in Danville and Martinsville are asking the community to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the holidays. The Danville hospital has lost 11 COVID-19 patients in the last week. Frontline workers shared messages about what their experience has been like treating the patients. “I have had …
Many in NC ignoring health advice against gathering with family for holidays :: WRAL.com
By Laura Leslie, WRAL Capitol Bureau chief Morrisville, N.C. — Despite the rising number of coronavirus cases and the pleas of public health leaders, many North Carolinians are traveling this holiday season. Raleigh-Durham International Airport officials said Monday that they expect 104,000 people to fly through the airport this week and about the same number …
