AP Lifestyles Digest for week of Nov. 25

MATTHEW BARAKAT

November 25, 2024

Here is the AP Lifestyles Digest for the week of Nov. 25:

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FOOD

Thanksgiving-Leftover Turkey Reuben: A classic Reuben sandwich is made with corned beef, Russian or Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on rye bread. But this version -- made with turkey -- hits all of the notes and is one of the best uses of post-Thanksgiving leftovers that there is. By Katie Workman. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

MilkStreet-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes: If you find the Thanksgiving standard sweet-potato casserole with marshmallows a little cloying, you might try these tahini-roasted sweet potatoes with za'atar instead. By Christopher Kimball's Milk Street. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

MORE THANKSGIVING

Holidays and Politics: So you're gathering with relatives whose politics are different. Here are some tips for the holidays. UPCOMING Monday, illustrations. By Deepti Hajela.

Thanksgiving Holiday Travel-Airports: Transportation officials are predicting another record-breaking holiday travel season this Thanksgiving. The AP checks out air travelers in Atlanta, Chicago and Denver. Note. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos, video.

BLACK FRIDAY

Coverage throughout the week, with Black Friday-Explainer upcoming Tuesday; Preview and Store Hours on Wednesday, and more.

GARDENING

Embracing Insects: We're all familiar with beneficial insects like ladybugs, dragonflies and bees, but it's high time we reconsider our definition of "pests" and collectively add other less-familiar insects to the friendly bug list. By Jessica Damiano. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos.

BRANDS

Rebranding and Reality: A spate of iconic rebrands in recent weeks have left some people reeling in a consumerist society in which what we buy and for whom we vote says a lot about who we are. By Laurie Kellman. SENT Monday, photos.

MONEY

Financial-Literacy-Buy-Now-Pay-Later-Holidays: More shoppers are using 'buy now, pay later' plans heading into Black Friday and the holiday season, thanks to sky-high credit card debt and lingering inflation. Experts say the short-term loans can lead consumers to overextend themselves further. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

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AP's 2024 Gift Guides

All moved Wednesday, Nov. 20, with photos:

Holiday Gift Guide-Game Changers: These gifts change the game when building fires, printing photos, watching birds, cooking soup, making plant-based milks, and more. By Jessica Damiano.

Holiday Gift Guide-Music: Music fans should be easy to shop for this holiday season, right? Wrong! 10 ideas for the music lovers in your life, from a can't-miss box set for the Elvis Costello obsessive to a set of wine glasses that make music for everyone's ears. By Music Writer Maria Sherman.

Holiday Gift Guide-Movies: Unique gifts for the movie lover in your life, including the latest treasures from the Academy Museum, a biography of Elaine May and the 4K UHD collector's edition of Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar." By Film Writer Lindsey Bahr.

Holiday Gift Guide-Kids Books: A look at what's new in children's books, for all ages. By Donna Edwards.

Holiay Gift Guide-Coffee Table Books: Hollywood to fashion, dogs to sports. Coffee table books are great options for holiday gifts. That's especially true for gift recipients with specific interests. By Leanne Italie.

Holiday Gift Guide-Food-Stocking Stuffers: Surprise the food lover in your life with a delicious stocking stuffer, from artisanal chocolate treats to indulgent ingredients to play with in the kitchen. And all under $50! By Katie Workman.

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SpaceX To Launch Tender Offer, Valuing Company At Over $250 Billion: Report

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Ted Cruz Says Running DOGE Won't Be A Cake Walk, Offers Reading Advice To Elon Musk

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Veteran NBC host Craig Melvin tapped to replace Hoda Kotb for the first hours of 'Today' show

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Chinese hackers target Tibetan websites in malware attack, cybersecurity group says

BANGKOK (AP) — A hacking group that is believed to be has compromised two websites with ties to the Tibetan community in an attack meant to install malware on users' computers, according to findings released Wednesday by a private cybersecurity firm.

Trump has vowed to kill US offshore wind projects. Will he succeed?

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Working Well: The simple act of taking deep breaths can reduce stress and anxiety

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Astros ballpark to be renamed Daikin Park from Minute Maid Park on Jan. 1

HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros' home will get a new name on Jan. 1, becoming Daikin Park under an agreement through the 2039 season the team announced Monday.

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Businesses at struggling corner where George Floyd was killed sue Minneapolis

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Lucid Recalls Over 1500 Units Of Air Sedan Over Loss Of Drive Power Concerns

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Swiss esports event canceled after 3 squads pull out over host team founder's anti-abortion comment

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