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Mashed potatoes are a classic — and nearly universally liked — Thanksgiving side dish. But if you're a rookie cook, you might not know how to make the fluffy, creamy concoction. We'll walk you through it below. But first, some tips. You'll want to buy russet or Yukon gold potatoes, because they're the starchiest and most buttery varieties, according to Epicurious. You'll want about a half of a pound of potato per person you're serving.

Thanksgiving music? Yes, there is a playlist for that. For those who wish to stave off the holiday season just a little longer, put the holiday tunes on pause and check out some featured playlists for Turkey Day – or compile your own. The art of the playlist lies in knowing in advance what kind of party you want to have. Is the group small or large? Will it be all family or mostly friends? What time will you be serving the meal? All of these questions should be taken into account when prepping a... Читать дальше...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called Cabinet meeting tonight, possibly to discuss the penal 200 per cent tax that is keeping away the scrapped 500 and 1000 rupees notes from entering the formal system.

Nigel Farage, the acting leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP), said that, unlike in the United States where Donald Trump’s successful bid to become US president led to a "total revolution," the Brexit vote only shuffled the same people around the chessboard.

An e-cigarette exploded in a man's pocket while he was working at a wine store at New York's Grand Central station, causing patrons to run for cover.

He's been banned multiple times from driving.

The Russian president reiterated that Moscow backs the UN's leading role in defending human rights.

A growing number of young Asian men are using a plethora of whitening products. Cheryl Ravelo/Reuters

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Martin Schulz heads to Bundestag, shaking up politics in Brussels and Berlin

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A wildfire roars through parts of Israel's third largest city, forcing people out of their homes and prompting a rare call-up of hundreds of military reservists to join overstretched police and firefighters.

Most everyone knows Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful, but not everyone has the words to express their gratitude. To help celebrate, here are some quotes, courtesy of Brainy Quotes, Legacy.com and Forbes.

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We have hit the prestige movie season, when Oscar hopefuls come out on a weekly basis.

This Thanksgiving, you can catch up with some talked-about contenders like "Moonlight," "Lion," "Nocturnal Animals," and "Manchester by the Sea," which are all in theaters.  

And if studio blockbusters are more your thing, check out "Doctor Strange" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them."

Soon you'll be able to see the "Star Wars" spin-off "Rogue One," "La La Land,"... Читать дальше...

No Thanksgiving feast is complete without gravy, even if turkey is arguably the main attraction. For people who haven’t hosted a holiday dinner before, making gravy can be a daunting task. Luckily, the beloved sauce can be created in three easy steps. One of the most important things to have when making gravy is the drippings from the turkey. For that reason, the sauce cannot be started until the turkey is finished roasting. Once the holiday bird has completed its time in the oven, save the remaining... Читать дальше...

Yesenia Sesmas is accused of killing a woman and abducting her 6-day-old daughter.

No American Thanksgiving meal could be considered complete without stuffing. It’s arguably the most popular side dish on the turkey day table. Stuffing, also known as dressing, is when starches mixed with vegetables are cooked inside the cavity of an animal. On Thanksgiving, it’s usually turkey.

A thorough inspection of Dreamworld by authorities has found no guest safety issues in any of its 34 rides.

ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey cabinet minister says suspect in fatal car-bombing outside government building has been shot, captured.

ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey cabinet minister says suspect in fatal car-bombing outside government building has been shot, captured.