LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jackson's personal chef described for jurors the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer's life and their ongoing grief over their father's death nearly four years ago.

SLAUGHTER BEACH, Del. — In years past, tens of thousands of red knots crowded the sandy beaches of Mispillion Harbor in Delaware Bay, gorging on fresh horseshoe crab eggs spawned in such abundance they turned the shoreline a gelatinous green.

On Sunday, June 9, a small dog wandered into our yard. Normally we would just shoo a dog away but something made us check her out. She was so badly injured due to abuse and neglect but we were able to get her to trust us.

(BPT) - Two-time Super Bowl Champion, Kendall Simmons, is one of almost 26 million people in the United States living with diabetes.[1] Diagnosed after his NFL rookie season in 2003, Kendall was in unfamiliar territory.

(BPT) - Nothing says summer like dairy products from the number one dairy state, California. From scoops of cold, creamy ice cream to melted cheese atop juicy grilled burgers, dairy and summer menus go together like sweet corn and butter. But nothing spoils the summer fun like spoiled milk, which is why it’s important to know how to store your dairy products – especially in the hotter months.

If you want to avoid cancer, don’t eat meat or dairy products. So says Charlotte Gerson, 91, one of several speakers during a three-day Health and Healing Crusade at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds.

Is you to be there for me. Be right beside me. Do crazy things together. Laugh together. Being weird together and love together.

The promise of a downtown arena is motivating restaurateur and chef Chris Nestor, owner of House Kitchen & Bar and Ink Eats & Drinks, to put a food truck on the road.

Dear Pharmacist: Please help me and my daughter. I have hot flashes; what is the best herbal supplement to help with that? Are there any home remedies for UTIs (urinary tract infections)? And finally, what can my daughter do for bloating during her monthly cycle? I’ve heard that drinking more water (not less) helps, but that seems opposite of common sense. — H.T., Denver, Colo.

Every dad chooses to spend his special day in different ways. Some golf, others shop, and if they’re feeling adventurous, maybe they’ll find time for their favorite fishing hole. But this Father’s Day, why not spice up tradition and treat dad to a trip he’ll never forget?

(BPT) - As awareness of gluten-free diets continues to grow, more people are searching for ways to make their menus delicious, creative and varied while still staying gluten-free. In the past, forgoing gluten was challenging at best and frustrating at worst, due to a lack of available ingredients and products. But that was then. Now, whether it’s gluten intolerance or a goal of healthier eating that drives your meal plans, you can indulge and enjoy great meals from breakfast to dinner (and everything in between).

(BPT) - Summer has arrived and vacation season is underway. With the kids home from school, and family and friends anxious to visit, you can expect the stress of getting your home ready to be in full swing. Here are a few helpful tips that will make you a successful host and give your guests a warm welcome.

(NAPSI)—Many Americans today struggle to get enough sleep. Despite their attempts to do it all, pressure to meet the demands of an active, on-the-go lifestyle may be holding men and women back from achieving the type of uninterrupted slumber that leaves them feeling rejuvenated in the morning. These issues are all too common, as the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research estimates that nearly 70 million Americans suffer from sleep problems.

(NAPSI)—Even though I spend my days in front of the camera, I am still a busy mom of two, always on the lookout for the same things most moms are—new, smart resources to help my family thrive and simplify our everyday routine.

Throughout life the body loses old bone tissue and forms new bone. As a teen, the body makes more than it loses. But as we age, the balance shifts to more loss than growth.

(StatePoint) In the warmer months your home’s outdoor space is just as important as the rooms inside, especially if your family spends a lot of time outside.

From sand castles to popsicles, here are 25 ways to savor summertime.

Maggie Creamer, San Francisco Chronicle Weekender Editor

I love caprese salad with homegrown tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sea salt and fresh-ground pepper. The basil is refreshing in summertime, and the mozzarella adds substance.