New Year’s resolutions are generally a scourge, but if you must make one it’s best to choose something quantifiable.
You could dream up a super broad goal with multiple phases, micro-goals to achieve your desired end. That would be fine. Or you could do something extremely easy, with only one step. You could cook one (1) new recipe.
Even experienced cooks have kitchen hang-ups. Some people are afraid to cook fish. Some have never mustered up the patience for soft scrambled eggs. Others are always jealous of their coworker’s expertly designed lunch salads but haven’t taken the plunge themselves. (Who has time to chop all that stuff, anyway?) A New Year’s resolution is the perfect opportunity to get rid of these hang-ups. Read more…More about New Year S Eve, Resolutions, Holidays 2019, Culture, and Food
New, cute photo of Archie and Prince Harry has heartwarming backstory
There’s more to the adorable Archie and his hat than meets the eye.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared a video to their Instagram the day before the New Year which included a photo of their almost 8-month-old son wearing a pom-pom hat as he snuggles with his father.
The photo was reportedly taken during the recent Thanksgiving holiday.
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“Wishing you all a very Happy New Year and thanking you for your continued support! We’ve loved meeting so many of you from around the world and can’t wait to meet many more of you next year. We hope 2020 brings each of you health and continued happiness.” – The Duke and Duchess of Sussex Special thanks to Chris Martin and @Coldplay for allowing us to use one of their songs Photo and video © SussexRoyal Thanks to PA for additional images and footage
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Mashable http://feeds.mashable.com/~r/Mashable/~3/PnZudZ51GNk/ Siobhan Neela-StockHong Kong Protesters Return to Streets as New Year Begins
Weeks of relative calm ended on Wednesday, as people marched in large numbers and the police deployed tear gas and pepper spray.
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/world/asia/hong-kong-protest.htmlNo More Excuses Not to Exercise
Many people say they don’t have the time to work out. But most of us spend hours each day viewing screens.
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/well/move/exercise-physical-aciivity-workout-time.htmlChina Moves to Steady Its Slowing Economic Growth
The country’s central bank will in effect inject $115 billion into the financial system despite signs the economy has been improving.
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/01/business/economy/china-economy-reserve-requirement-ratio.htmlThe best movies to stream with your 2020 New Year's Day hangover
Greetings to you and your headache in this, the new decade!
For many, kicking off a fresh year means funneling a mix of champagne and peppermint schnapps down your gullet, then spending the first 48 hours of January regretting it. Luckily, with the streaming wars in full swing, you won’t be alone in your bed of shame, tequila, chestnuts, ham, green bean casserole, and Twizzlers.
Here are 20 streamable movies — ranked by comforting capabilities — to keep you and your New Year’s Day hangover company in 2020.
Now, take some ibuprofen, champ.
20. Booksmart (2019)
Directed by Olivia Wilde, Booksmart has been called the Superbad of female friendships — which really undersells just how spectacularly original it is. Starring Beanie Feldstein and Kaitlyn Deaver, with an exquisite performance by Billie Lourd, this coming-of-age, buddy comedy follows two high schoolers on their last night out before graduation. Perfect for that hair of the dog strategy. Read more…More about Netflix, Hulu, Streaming Services, Hbo Now, and New Year S Day
Mashable http://feeds.mashable.com/~r/Mashable/~3/66z3uX2Hx70/ Alison ForemanMerkel’s New Year’s Speech Calls for Action on Climate and Tolerance
The German chancellor, in her 15th such address, expressed optimism about the coming decade despite large challenges ahead.
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/31/world/europe/merkel-new-year-climate.htmlRinging in the New Year (With Rings)
Everyone already has the dresses, the tuxedos, the champagne. Is New Year’s Eve the one holiday it’s not rude to have a wedding?
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/31/fashion/weddings/new-years-eve-weddings.htmlNew Year’s Eve 2020: Pictures From Around the World
Confetti is already flying as the new year makes its way across the globe.
NYTimes New Year's Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/31/world/new-years-eve-2020.htmlSee New Year's Eve celebrations around the world
For one night the world comes together and celebrates new beginnings. Here’s how different countries are celebrating 2020.
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