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Nonno is the Italian word for grandfather. In Italian it is common to add suffixes to grandparent names. Uccio denotes smallness or affection and is sometimes added to nonno to create nonnuccio. Nonnino and nonnetto are also terms of endearment meaning “little grandfather.” Occasionally, nonnino will be shortened to nonni, but nonni is also the word for grandparents plural. Bisnonno is the Italian word for great-grandfather. Some who are not ethnically Italian have adopted Nonno as their own grandparent name because they like the way it sounds and because it is easy for grandchildren to say....

Gender refers to the behavioral, cultural, and psychological traits typically associated with males and females. However, this view is limiting since people can be male, female, transgender, genderqueer, gender non-binary, gender non-conforming, or agender, for instance. The Basics of Gender Identification There are various forms of gender identification, and while we typically identify with the gender that was assigned to us at birth, the journey of discovering our gender doesn’t stop there....

You’ve got questions, and we’ve got answers.We’re kicking off a brand new video series at TPG — called Dear Points — that’s dedicated to answering your questions on how to turn your points and miles into a fantastic vacation.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Have a stash of points and miles earned during the pandemic and no idea how to use them?...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Here’s a recap of the interesting points and miles news from the week.Earn double American miles to Latin America: To promote its new flights to Latin America, American Airlines is offering double miles on the following routes:Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Bogota, Colombia (BOG)Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Roatan, Honduras (RTB)Miami (MIA) and Cozumel, Mexico (CZM)Miami (MIA) and Curitiba (CWB) and Porto Alegre (POA)The promo is good for travel now through February 28, 2014) (last-minue Mexico trip, anyone?...

If you’re looking to learn about stock vs broth, this article discusses the many similarities, differences, and uses of both while cooking! It also features how both stock and broth are made as well as the ingredients that go into making them! Check out these facts about stock vs broth to better understand some of the most utilized ingredients in cooking! What Is Stock vs Broth? When it comes to cooking, there are a many foods that are similar to one another....

The Italian musical command Ritenuto (often abbreviated Riten.) is an indication to suddenly and temporarily decrease the tempo; to hold back for dramatic effect. Note: Ritenuto is sometimes abbreviated rit., which also stands for ritardando. Also Known As: retenu; en retenant (Fr) zurückhaltend (Ger) Pronunciation: riht’-en-OO-doh (U.S.) ree’-tten-OO-toh More Italian Musical Commands: dolcissimo a piacere vivace rubato smorzando The Italian musical command Ritenuto (often abbreviated Riten.) is an indication to suddenly and temporarily decrease the tempo; to hold back for dramatic effect....

The route-map adjustments from United Airlines just keep coming.The Chicago-based airline filed plans over the weekend to cut service to Hilo, Hawaii, effective on Jan. 7, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by a carrier spokesperson.United has historically flown to the Hilo International Airport (ITO) from its hub in Los Angeles. These flights commenced in June 2011 and have pretty much operated year-round since then (except for a nearly year-long suspension during the pandemic)....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.British Airways just launched a 3-day sale on business class fares from most US cities to the UK, bringing fares down to $1,952 roundtrip (including taxes) for travel between May 23 and June 9. However, I forgot to mention that if you are a current British Airways Visa cardholder, you can get an additional 10% off by using promo code CARDOFFERU at checkout, or by using this link....

Gulf Air has a history inextricably linked with the U.K., as the British Overseas Airways Corporation was a shareholder and Bahrain was a British territory that gained its independence in 1971. The airline began its long history when a British pilot and entrepreneur, Freddie Bosworth, started an air taxi service in the Gulf in the late 1940s.Earlier this year, I was lucky enough to be on board the first flights between Bahrain and Israel as relations were normalized between these two nations in the Middle East....

Canada’s transport minister on Thursday announced the country would end its ban on cruise ship visits on Nov. 1 – four months ahead of schedule. But cruise fans shouldn’t get too excited about the change.For the most part, cruises to Canada still won’t resume until April of next year.That’s because cruise ships generally don’t travel to Canada between November and March, which is the off-season for travel to Canada.For more cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG’s new cruise newsletter....

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Huge news for travelers: the European Union is expected to reopen its borders to American travelers who have been vaccinated against the novel coronavirus, The New York Times reported Sunday.The reopening plan has not been finalized yet, according to the Times, and there are few firm concrete details. Still, the news is welcome for travelers and ex-pats after more than a year of myriad border closures and travel restrictions that have heavily curtailed movement across the Atlantic ocean....

Makalu is the fifth highest mountain in the world. The dramatic four-sided, pyramid-shaped mountain rises 14 miles (22 kilometers) southeast of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, and Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world, in the Mahalanger Himalaya. The isolated peak straddles the border of Nepal and Tibet, a region currently governed by China. The summit itself lies directly on the international boundary. Makalu’s Name The name Makalu is derived from the Sanskrit Maha Kala, a name for the Hindu god Shiva that translates “Big Black....

One of the hardest things to do when it comes to making friends is getting acceptance into an existing group. When people have a dynamic already established, your very existence is going to disrupt that. Some groups are more welcoming than others, but as a general rule being accepted into a group is no easy task. Here are some tips that can help make it easier. Give It Time Getting to know people in a group....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Spend bonuses on a credit card can dramatically increase its value proposition and justify the annual fee. The American Express® Gold Card card has been one of my go-to cards for years. It offers 3 Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on airfare and 2 points per dollar spent on purchase at US gas stations and US supermarkets....

Jump to Recipe My simple beef stew seasoning uses all the best herbs and spices so you can make a beef stew that is out-of-this-world delicious! This multipurpose stew seasoning is perfect for enhancing a variety of red meats, so keep some on hand for whenever the need arises! A savory blend of herbs and spices for making the best beef stew! In a matter of minutes, make your own beef stew seasoning that tastes better and costs less than the packages!...

Jump to Recipe A rye flour substitute isn’t something you’ll need often, but you never know when it might pop up while baking! If you don’t have any on hand, I’ve gathered alternate flour types you can use in its place. You might even have a good substitute waiting in your pantry! Best Substitutes For Rye Flour If you love bread but have been looking for a more nutrient-dense option, then you may have recently turned to rye flour....

Cruises were locked down for more than a year, but that doesn’t mean the lines were taking a break.In addition to completing new builds, refurbishing existing ships and leveraging technology to make sailings safer, Royal Caribbean Group’s brands have also kicked their food and beverage offerings up a notch.On my last two sailings – Celebrity Apex out of Greece and Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas out of Miami – both ships offered a selection of new beverages that impressed even this self-described lightweight....

Jump to RecipeIf you thought your banana bread couldn’t get any better, try your hand at my Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread Bread Pudding for a sensational dessert! Our family LOVES banana bread, and using up any leftovers in this outrageously delicious Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread Bread Pudding means not a single bit goes to waste! Chocolate Chip Banana Nut Bread Bread Pudding Recipe Made from our tasty chocolate chip banana nut bread loaf, the already flavorful banana bread is baked in a creamy custard with the addition of raisins, golden raisins (also called sultanas), and some more crushed walnuts....