Minority births outnumber whites in U.S.
Catholic Online
3/11/2010, by Greg Goodsell
According to recent figures, minorities in the U.S. are set to become the majority in 40 years. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) Half of all children now born in the U.S. are black, Hispanic or of another race. Demographers say that 2010 could be the "tipping point" where minority births ...
The month of March brings whale watchers
Catholic Online
3/11/2010, by Greg Goodsell
The California Coastal town of Dana Point is hunkering down for an influx of whale watchers this month. Gray whales make their annual trek from frosty Arctic waters to the toasty lagoons of Baja, and nature lovers are lining up for their ringside seats. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) This ...
Drug, alcohol use by teens on the rise
Catholic Online
3/3/2010, by Greg Goodsell
A new study shows teenagers are turning increasingly to drugs and alcohol after substance use by this age group had been on the decrease over the past decade. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - The survey found that the number of students in grades 9 through 12 that reported drinking alcohol in ...
Beethoven to interpret the Moody Blues
Catholic Online
3/3/2010, by Greg Goodsell
Ever wonder how Rachmaninoff would cover the Rolling Stones? How Jimi Hendrix would interpret Madonna? Elvis Presley covering Amy Winehouse? LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) A new computer program promises to replicate the style and personalities of musicians who have long since joined the ...
Putting forth your best Facebook
Catholic Online
3/1/2010, by Greg Goodsell
While the Internet gives countless opportunities for many people to boost their image online, a recent study says that the social networking site Facebook usually gives a highly accurate picture of its users. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - People use online social networking sites to express ...
Faithful friends at rest
Catholic Online
2/25/2010, by Greg Goodsell
Pet cemeteries, where beloved animal companions are buried with all the dignity befitting a human, are nothing new.
LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - The idea of people being buried alongside their four-footed companions in pet cemeteries are and it's gaining a foothold in England. ...
Mom likes you best!
Catholic Online
2/25/2010, by Greg Goodsell
It happens in many families with more than one child. Your son or daughter collapses in tears and says, "You like (insert sibling's name) better than me!" LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - Sibling rivalry is a green-eyed monster that raises its head in many families, especially when children are ...
Does 'Facebook have nothing to do with school?'
Catholic Online
2/25/2010, by Greg Goodsell
A middle-school student in Syracuse, New York invited her friends to make disparaging remarks about their teacher on a Facebook page online. The guilty parties were sent to detention starting a fiery debate over the students' First Amendment rights. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - Dr. ...
Make your middle child special
Catholic Online
2/23/2010, by Greg Goodsell
"Middle children," those born between the oldest and the youngest are seen as having their own wants and needs that are not addressed due to their birth order. The eldest child is usually put on pedestal while the youngest is allowed to get away with much more than the others, being the "baby" of ...
Bored? Try board games
Catholic Online
2/23/2010, by Greg Goodsell
Keeping your family amused on a tight budget is a challenge. Family fun, such as a night out at the movies or a trip to an amusement park can be out of reach for many who are struggling to make ends meet. A cheap and easy alternative is board games. Old standbys such as Monopoly can lead to hours ...
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