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Chickpea noodle soup, a take on a Julia Turshen recipe, relies on a potent store-bought seasoning base -- and a finish of raw garlic and herbs.

A 130-word challenger for your weekend.

Retired parents want to know how they can break the cycle of always paying the bill for family outings.

Instead of breaking up again, this letter writer wants a way to accept a kind-hearted beau's intellectual shortcomings.

Combine zippy citrus with your favorite crunchy greens in these light, bright salad recipes.

The most iconic fast food chain in Texas is going national under corporate ownership. And disappointing some loyal fans along the way.

An overbearing sister-in-law is demanding entry into the one space a group of sisters set aside for themselves.

A man in his 50s feels like his politeness is often misunderstood as "hitting on" someone.

A woman feels disrespected by her new boyfriend's tendency to be overly friendly to younger women in front of her.

Advice columnist Carolyn Hax answers your questions about the strange train we call life.