Foreign governments lavish gifts on White House A bamboo bicycle valued at $1,060 from The Philippines ... a golf bag price priced at $7,750 from then-French President Nicolas Sarkozy ... a number of shirts, pens, sculptures and rugs. Foreign gifts to President Obama and his family totaled $243,970.96 in 2011, according to a Yahoo News analysis of a report from the State Department. More
$1 Billion Gift Gives Met a New Perspective (Cubist) In one of the most significant gifts in the history of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the philanthropist and cosmetics tycoon Leonard A. Lauder has promised the institution his collection of 78 Cubist paintings, drawings and sculptures. More
Google sells Frommer's guides back to Arthur Frommer Arthur Frommer, the avuncular, erudite travel icon who 57 years ago inspired a generation of cost-conscious Americans to pack their bags with Europe on 5 Dollars a Day, is taking back control of his travel guidebook brand from Google and intends to resume publishing Frommer guidebooks. More
Nation honors MLK Jr. on day of Obama inauguration The nation was honoring civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday - the same day it celebrated the inauguration of the first black president to his second term.... More
Retailers report higher December sales A last-minute surge in spending helped many major retailers report better-than-expected sales in December, a relief for stores that make up to 40 percent of annual revenue during the holiday period. More
Taking a road trip? These Western NC places voted among top 10 in US to stay. What to know. The 10Best Readers' Choice lists for road trip lodging have been released, with WNC locations earning spots in four categories. Here's what to know. 05/15/2024 - 7:48 am | View Link
Moms, look away. Kids, here's your procrastinator's guide to Mother's Day Mother's Day is celebrated in the U.S. annually on the second Sunday in May, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac. It's why the date changes year-to-year. In 2024, Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12. 05/9/2024 - 1:21 am | View Link
A procrastinator's guide to Mother's Day (Shh, don't tell Mom you read this) Did Mother's Day sneak up on you this year? No worries, we've got you covered. Should anyone ask, you've been on top of this for weeks. 05/8/2024 - 3:23 am | View Link
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, On Top of the World Explore daily insights on the USA TODAY crossword puzzle by Sally Hoelscher. Uncover expert takes and answers in our crossword blog. 05/5/2024 - 6:00 pm | View Link
Do you want to make a short film with your smartphone for Reels, YouTube, or simply to compile a list of memories? You're in the right place. I created a short film on my smartphone after two recent trips, and I'll show you how I did it.
Losing weight often requires a big change in your lifestyle and routine. However, technology made things easier for me, as actual data helped me track my food intake and daily energy expenditure. These are the apps I used to lose 32 pounds in three months.
Are you unable to find the files you just downloaded onto your Android device? Don't worry; they don't just disappear. Whether they're photos, videos, or other media, here are several ways to access downloads on your phone.
Choosing components for your gaming PC can be quite a daunting task. Lets ensure you get the right parts by identifying key gaming components and how they boost or affect gaming performance.
Most electronic devices no longer come with their own chargers. This is especially true with small accessories, like smartwatches and earbuds, portable Bluetooth speakers, and premium smartphones.
AI logo generators are enticing and user-friendly, but what benefits and drawbacks should you consider before using them? And what are the best practices to ensure your AI logo appeals to your target audience?