For years, the shapeless undead would be my go-to Halloween look. I wanted this Halloween to be different.

Beer coasters have long been essential to a well-kept bar. But with their leading manufacturer bankrupt, we may no longer have a place to rest our brews.

Retailers were peddling straitjackets and turbans for Halloween -- but they've responded to criticism

Beyond beer (but that, too)

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How I braved the drunken hordes, public bathrooms and mediocre performances (Hello Macklemore!) at Pimlico

I stopped eating meat years ago. Why? Who cares! But once I go through passport control, all menu items are a go

A new twist on the seven-year itch.

From fruity beer smoothies to beers without any alcohol at all, here are some varieties to try

This prehistoric flying reptile had some bizarre teeth for filtering prey

"Ending plague isn't the endeavor of a single woman"

Ernst Hess briefly served as Hitler's commander during the First World War

Camille Paglia on the 71st Oscars.

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