New York City Marathon Presses On Amid Backlash

Vance Joseph deserves a raise. Or three. The Broncos defense has carried the flag for one of the most fun, outta-nowhere seasons in team history — a heady mix of kids and vets raising Cain while allowing Bo Nix and a young receiving corps time (and space) to grow up on the fly. That being said: What the heck was that this past Thursday night, VJ? Seriously.

By Amanda Luhn, Food Drink Life Dreaming of a family ski trip but worried about sky-high prices? We’ve found seven ski resorts that keep costs low without sacrificing fun. From free passes for kids to budget-friendly lodging, these affordable skiing spots can help you plan a terrific winter adventure for your family without the hefty price tag. Bridger Bowl, Montana As a community-owned, nonprofit ski area, Bridger Bowl has some of the most affordable lift tickets around, but don’t let that fool you into thinking this is a small, beginner mountain.

By Kristen Wood, Food Drink Life The holiday season is a whirlwind of decorating, feasting and gifts. If you miss someone on your gift list or wait too long to go shopping, a homemade present can be the secret to a perfect gift. Try these quick and easy gifts that are sure to impress. Needing a last-minute gift can be a stressful moment in the midst of a busy holiday season.

Former ballerina Jessie-Sierra Ross — the voice behind the “Straight to the Hips, Baby” blog — knows a thing or two about the art of presenting something beautiful. Growing up, she writes, she loved helping her mom bake and observing icons like Julia Child and Martha Stewart make culinary magic. As her career into professional dancing progressed, she found that role complicated her relationship with food — she describes feeling like she had to deny herself decadence in what she ate, but she continued to develop an appreciation for plating and the artistry of a well-laid table. Jessie-Sierra Ross, blogger behind “Straight to the Hips, Baby” is the author of the new “Seasons Around the Table: Effortless Entertaining with Floral Tablescapes & Seasonal Recipes.” (Courtesy Jonathan Ross) Retiring from professional dancing gave her time to dig into cooking and hosting parties, where she found a winning formula.

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland — Lindsey Vonn was not about to put everything on the line in her first World Cup race back after more than five years of retirement. Not with her history of crashes and injuries. Not with her new titanium knee. Not at age 40. Vonn took a low-risk approach and finished 14th in a super-G on Saturday, crossing 1.18 seconds behind Austrian winner Cornelia Huetter. “This was the perfect start,” Vonn said.