CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Zegers, 35; Alison Sweeney, 43; Jimmy Fallon, 45; Trisha Yearwood, 55. Happy Birthday: Take time to learn the ins and outs of whatever interests you. Moving forward with additional knowledge, experience and drive will help you make the best decision for yourself. Don’t be afraid to walk away from […]
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Gemini: Have honest discussions and hear what others have to say
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Sudeikis, 44; James Marsden, 46; Jada Pinkett Smith, 48; Aisha Tyler, 49. Happy Birthday: Change begins when you recognize there is a problem and you want to make improvements. The time is right to assess your situation and to lay out a plan that will satisfy your needs. A […]
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A question of shrinkage
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 81-year-old man. About two years ago, I began to realize that my testicles were shrinking, and they are now about the size of a marble. I have asked my primary care doctor and urologist about this, and the reply is that nothing can be done about it. I have read […]
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Moving to a new community brings out social insecurities
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are moving to a retirement community where we won’t know a soul. I hate leaving our friends and the relationships we have formed here. I have never been especially outgoing or good at making small talk, but I know I will have to to fit in. I believe you […]
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Dear Abby: Veteran appreciates action more than words of thanks
DEAR ABBY: I am a veteran, and something gnaws at me every time I hear it. It’s the expression, “Thank you for your service.” Having lived through the ’60s and ’70s, I remember all too well seeing many soldiers bad-mouthed and worse during those times. Since 9/11 many of the same people who were critical […]
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Christopher Elliott, Travel Navigator: It’s getting harder to beat airport car-rental fees
By Christopher Elliott Special to The Washington Car-rental customers report having to pay concession fees to U.S. airports even if they didn’t use an airport rental location. The charges have been quietly imposed by municipalities in an apparent effort to boost revenue. In the process, airports are curtailing a strategy for saving a few dollars […]
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Taurus: Follow your natural tendencies and listen to your gut
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Patrick Mahomes, 24; Danielle Brooks, 30; Doug E. Fresh, 53; Kyle Chandler, 54. Happy Birthday: You are heading toward a turning point. Refuse to let stubbornness stand between you and doing what’s right and best for everyone involved. Reach out, participate and be willing to compromise. Your numbers are 5, […]
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Mom wants to end daughter’s sleepovers with her boyfriend
DEAR ABBY: My 40-year-old daughter, “Marta,” and I are widows. I’m retired, and my daughter has a small home-based business. She and her three children live with me. Because the cost of living is high in our city, living together has allowed us to pool our resources and co-parent my grandkids. Marta has had a […]
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Reader looks to mushroom microdose for help with depression
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am battling depression and have a question about psilocybin. I stopped taking Effexor for my depression because I did not like the side effects. I also tried SAM-e, which had only a small effect. So, for the past three months I have been trying cognitive behavioral therapy, using certain tactics. I’ve […]
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Aries: Look ahead for new opportunities
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nick Jonas, 27; Alexis Bledel, 38; Amy Poehler, 48; Mickey Rourke, 67. Happy Birthday: Tidy up loose ends. Completion will bring you great satisfaction and release you from stress. It’s time to start doing the things you want to do. Letting go of what’s happened in the past and heading […]