Tag: Bright

How to Get the IRS to Waive Your Tax Penalties

Sometime after your tax time, you may get a letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) stating there is a problem with your tax forms and taxes you paid—or failed to pay. The letter may also say that you have a tax penalty. The good news is that you may have made a simple mistake…


Film Review: ‘Surrounded’

R | 1h 41min | Drama, Western, Action, Mystery, Thriller | 20 June 2023 (USA) When I hear the word “Western” as it applies to movies, I don’t think of location as such, but rather of era and attitude. As much as I love it, the TV show “Yellowstone” is not a Western. Yes, it features feuding cowboys and Native Americans and…


Add a Little Bling to Grilled Eggplant

Eggplant on the grill is a summer favorite. A brush of olive oil, a sprinkle of salt, and the fire of the grill are all that’s needed to transform firm, spongy eggplant wedges and planks into crispy-squidgy versions of themselves. But why stop there? Take it up a notch with a recipe inspired by Yotam…


We Try Somi’s Intense Skincare Routine!

You saw Rowena follow Hailey Bieber’s celebrity skincare routine, and now it’s time for Felicia to step up (with an unexpected twist, that is)! In this installment of BW tries celebrity skincare series, Felicia will be trying K-pop star Somi’s nighttime skincare routine and telling us her first impressions. We all know how dedicated Koreans…


Commentary: Interesting Times in Yosemite Valley: While Famous Waterfalls Gush, Construction Booms

Marek Warszawski The Sacramento Bee Sacramento—It’s easy to become blasé about Yosemite Valley. Even a touch jaded. Especially when you live within easy driving distance and have visited countless times and in all seasons. Factor in the crowds and the hoops one must be willing to jump through in order to spend the day marveling…


Children From Fatherless Homes Most Affected by Mental Health, Behavioral Issues: Report

Roughly one in four U.S. children are living in fatherless homes, causing undeniable negative effects on the children’s behavior and mental health, according to a report published by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI). Comparing several dozen studies conducted from 1987 up to 2022, the AFPI—a non-partisan research institute working “to advance policies that put…


Grilled Salmon with Creamy Cucumber-Dill Salad

View the print-ready version of this recipe. Summer cooking is all about keeping it simple. No fussy sauces or heating up the kitchen, just good food made from fresh ingredients. This simply grilled salmon with a tangy and refreshing cucumber salad over top is just that. What You’ll Need To Make Grilled Salmon With Cucumber-Dill…


An Aestival Festival: Some Poems for the Summer

From generals to lieutenants, the best military commanders study the lay of the land and the weather ahead of any mission. How steep are the hills? Are the valleys bare of vegetation or thick with vines and trees? What’s the heat index? Is rain likely? Failure to account for these factors can lead to defeat…


Summer Berry and Turkey Salad Celebrates the Season

By Linda Gassenheimer From Tribune News Service I love this time of year when there’s a plentiful display of colorful berries. I decided to create a summer salad dinner, adding them to cooked turkey strips. Here are a few tips on selecting and using berries. Strawberries don’t ripen off the vine. Look for bright red…


Thanks to Netflix, This Tiny Swiss Town Has More Visitors Than Locals

The small fishing village of Iseltwald, Switzerland, is home to just about 400 people. Located on the southern shore of Lake Brienz, it’s long been quiet and uneventful, rarely visited by outsiders—until a popular South Korean TV show put it on the map for global travelers, practically overnight. Since September 2022, Iseltwald has been hosting…