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Lidia Bastianich grew up in a small town in Italy where neighbors were like extended family. If kids came home from school and mom was out, they went to the neighbors for a snack.

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This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A USC study found 48% of homeless people receiving $750 monthly exited homelessness versus 43% without the cash — ...