Nonalcoholic drinks can be festive without the buzz

If your holiday celebration calls for nonalcoholic options, there are plenty to choose from. “Your guests may be driving, sober, pregnant, on medication, whatever the reason, it’s a good idea to have some nonalcoholic options available,” Consumer Reports’ Trisha Calvo said. To find out which nonalcoholic sparkling wines are worth serving, CR enlisted 12 staffers … Read more

Texas Medical Board remains silent on abortion laws, despite calls for more guidance

The Texas Supreme Court has asked the licensing board to offer doctors guidance on how to interpret the medical exception to the state’s abortion ban. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune, and can be viewed here. Last week, in rejecting Kate Cox’s bid to terminate her nonviable pregnancy, the … Read more

Oscars shortlists revealed: Here are the films one step closer to a nomination

The “Barbie” power ballad “I’m Just Ken” and AP and Frontline’s documentary “20 Days in Mariupol” just got one step closer to an Oscar nomination. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Thursday shortlists in 10 categories, including best original song, documentary feature, international feature, original score, and crafts like hair and makeup, … Read more