Our 2013 Holiday guide
Want to revisit some Christmas film classics? Need suggestions for a holiday-inspired night at the theater? Check out our guide to the holidays in the Hub.
Where to find holiday party dresses on the cheap--and fast
Kick your panic to the curb and get yourself to one of these five dress destinations for something sparkly, bright—and affordable.
Runners brave cold and snow for Santa Speedo Run 2013
Despite frigid temperatures (and some snow) the 14th annual Santa Speedo Run was held on Dec. 14. Check out the brave runners who raised money for charity to partake in the race.
Show us your ugly holiday sweater
Do you have an ugly holiday sweater that could make your cableknit cringe? A sweater so embarrassing it may make your cardigan cry? We want to see it!
Can Viagra relieve menstrual cramps?
Researchers have found promising results using an erectile dysfunction drug to relieve women from debilitating menstrual cramps.
Top 10 health stories of 2013
What health stories were the most important or memorable for you in 2013? Rank your top 10.
9 easy holiday recipes for entertaining guests
Hosting friends and family for a dinner or party? Here are some easy recipes for small bites from some of Boston’s top chefs.
Boozy holiday gift guide
There’s a better way to celebrate the season than an impressive looking bottle of wine. Put down that Italian red you can’t even pronounce and choose from our handpicked selection of boozy alternatives.
How to plan, prep your holiday table settings
It’s time to nail that perfect table setting, so when party time comes, you can focus more on the merrymaking than on flowers and salad forks.
A holiday survival guide for singles
Being single during the holidays can be rough. Here’s a guide to get you through now and December 31 (or February 15, if needed).
Let’s talk about sex
Social psychologist Justin Lehmiller debunked and decoded seven popular sex rumors for us and he also took our readers’ sex questions earlier today. Check out the transcript here.
Your ‘how we met’ stories
How did you meet your husband, wife, or significant other? What’s the story you tell your friends and family about “the one”? Share your romance story with us and include a photo or video!
How to use Radiant Orchid, Pantone’s color of 2014
Let’s take a look at this head-turning, bold fuchsia-pink-purple color successfully around the home.
How to care for popular holiday plants
Many houseplants that bloom in December have become staples of holiday decorating and Boston Globe gardening writer Carol Stocker breaks down the rules and tips for caring for each for the rest of the year.
Metropolitan chic in Back Bay
A 1928 penthouse apartment with river views gets elegant updates that nod to the past.
How to create three easy—but chic!—holiday hairstyles
Holiday party season is an ideal time to step up your hair game so trade last year’s chignon, last season’s sleek pony, and last week’s sock bun for something new.
Kristen Stewart is the newest face of Chanel
Karl Lagerfeld declared the actress the face of Chanel’s 2013 Métiers d’Art Paris-Dallas collection.
32 stylish gifts for the holidays
From jewelry to clothing, and body oil to blowouts, here are our most stylish holiday gift picks for the fashionable people in your life.
Smooth moves for kids’ visits
From manners gone awry to broken vases, picky eaters and more, it’s true that visiting with kids poses plenty of challenges. It helps to see this as an opportunity to instill good manners that your child will have for life.
Where kids eat free around Boston
Being a parent can be expensive. But taking your family out to eat doesn’t have to be. All you need to do is know where and when kids eat free.
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Kennels that pamper pets
Say goodbye to the kennel cages of old and say hello to kitty condos, dog luxury suites, nightly tuck-ins, four-poster beds, blueberry facials, flat screen TVs, Skype services, and more for your furry friend.
Your pet’s unusual feature
Does your pet have an unusual feature? Check out the teeny tiny nose on this black cat named Macy.
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25 Most Stylish Bostonians of ‘13
The Globe’s eighth annual list of tastemakers.
The Natural World
Amazing photos of animal and plant life around the world.
Spotted
Who was there? Scenes from out and about in the city.
