In the past few years, I’ve become a candle obsessive. It started out sporadically, during the odd bath or to banish the smell of cooked food, but now it’s a full-on hobby. I burn them for ...

The Oba-elect of Isheri-Oshun in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos, Alhaji Shamsudeen Amao Mojeed has denied allegations of sponsoring cultists made by a company chief.

The Carnival season is rolling and so are the parades. Catch the krewes of Oshun and Cleopatra Friday night on the parade route or on the NOLA.com Parade Cam presented by NewOrleans.com Looking ...

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This Friday, Feb. 21 NOLA.com Parade Cam sponsored by NewOrleans.com will begin at 5:30 p.m. with Krewe of Oshun rolling first, followed by Krewe of Cleopatra. Want to see the full broadcast schedule?

The warm flicker and aroma of scented candles can create an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. But beneath this cozy feel, scientific research is uncovering a troubling truth: these products ...

Candles may be aesthetic for your home but not for your health. They pose multiple health risks. Here's what you need to know before you buy yourself a new one. Candles are among the most ...

The Krewe of Oshun was getting up close and personal this Mardi Gras when they gathered Saturday at Xavier University for their annual Carnival celebration. Reigning as Oshun XXVIII was Ms. Cayla ...

The honor fell to the Krewe of Oshun, whose Scotlandville parade started at noon and took floats, dancers, horses and marching bands up and down 72nd Avenue and Scenic Highway. Onlookers in camp ...

If you love burning candles in your home, you might wonder if this relaxing ritual could be harmful for your health. Maybe you've heard that scented candles can release toxic fumes and chemicals ...

The best flameless candles are an essential for setting the mood in your room without setting it on fire too. After personally testing all these LED candle alternatives, I've curated this collection ...