Miss Manners: What’s the rule on using bread plates at a formal dinner party?

I was taught that at formal dinner parties, bread plates were not used, and that they were not considered part of a formal place setting for multi-course meals. Now, I am given to understand that ...
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DIY paper plate valentine wreath

Anna Rice shows ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander how to make a paper plate Valentine wreath. Learn how to make a fun and festive Paper Plate Valentine Wreath in this easy DIY tutorial! Using simple ...

I Used a Vibration Plate for a Month—Is It Worth the Hype?

Honestly, there isn’t much I haven’t tried, or would at least be open to testing. Supplements? I’ve got dozens of them. Red ...
NPR

A red hat, inspired by a symbol of resistance to Nazi occupation, gains traction in Minnesota

The weekly gatherings of knitters at Needle & Skein, a yarn store in Minneapolis, are typically filled with giggles and storytelling. But, earlier this month, a heaviness hung in the air. "It was just ...
Ars Technica

Angry Norfolk residents lose lawsuit to stop Flock license plate scanners

A federal judge in Virginia ruled Tuesday that the City of Norfolk’s use of nearly 200 automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from Flock is constitutional and can continue, dismissing the entire case ...
CNET

The Best and Worst Cooking Oils to Use in Your Air Fryer, According to a Chef

Stop wasting your extra virgin olive oil in the air fryer. Here are the best options for coating your air-fried foods. Joey is a writer/editor, TV/radio personality, lifestyle expert, former ...
IEEE

Design of Decoupling and Pattern Shaping Surface for MIMO Antennas Using the Multiport Optimization Method

Abstract: This article introduces a comprehensive method for designing a decoupling and pattern shaping surface (DPSS) specifically tailored for multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) antennas. It ...
IEEE

Unraveling Power Consumption Pattern Using Multidimensional Scaling and Clustering Analysis

Abstract: Understanding regional and seasonal patterns in electricity consumption is essential for ensuring grid reliability, resiliency, and sustainable infrastructure management. With the rapid ...
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Fixing a broken plate using only milk at home

Raphael Gomes tries fixing a broken plate using only milk. Why flags are half-staff today, this weekend 'Deeply troubling': Obama responds to Trump racist video post Actress Jennifer Garner just took ...
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Texas got rid of paper tags. Now, fraudsters are using fake metal plates

Fraudsters are now using fake metal Texas license plates In July 2025, Texas got rid of paper tags to try to combat fraud Officials say victims usually don't know the car they bought is stolen AUSTIN, ...