DEAR ABBY: I found out today that my wife was sexting with a man in another state. His girlfriend sent me a message, which included a series of screenshots. I had confronted my wife regarding this prior to receiving the messages, but she swore she had sent only ONE topless photo and nothing else. After […]
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Aquarius: If someone plays tough, suggest alternatives to control the outcome. Revisiting relationships that didn’t work will help you recognize why.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Van Der Beek, 46; Freddie Prinze Jr., 47; Camryn Manheim, 62; Aidan Quinn, 64. Happy Birthday: Consider your options, evaluate the cost and time involved, and adopt change with open arms. There is no place for anger if you want to get things done. Sort through your differences with […]
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Loss of taste and smell from virus still lingers three years later
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 82-year-old, very healthy woman. In February 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was starting to appear in North America, I had a viral infection that was relatively mild (a bit of coughing, runny nose, itchy throat) and lasted for a few days only, although I felt tired for a bit […]
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Mixed signals, new prospect complicate dreamboat romance
DEAR ABBY: Recently I have found myself in a difficult spot. My whole life I dreamed about marrying a college football player and, for the past eight months, I have been in a serious relationship with one. Last week he called me and told me we should take a break. Immediately afterward, I have met […]
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Capricorn: A domestic change will lower your overhead, add to your comfort and ease stress.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Giselle Eisenberg, 16; Jenna Fischer, 49; Rachel Weisz, 53; Bryan Cranston, 67. Happy Birthday: Zigzag your way to victory. Be prepared to act, make changes and do things your way. Your fate rides on your ability to reach your target on time. You’ll have to spread yourself thin to accommodate […]
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Why certain virus variants are more contagious than others
DEAR DR. ROACH: The newest COVID variant is reputed to be less deadly but highly contagious. What precisely makes one virus variant more contagious than another virus variant? Is it structure, size? — S. ANSWER: It’s not size, because all coronaviruses are just about the same size. It is certainly the structure, but a virus […]
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Man wants to avoid contact entirely with son’s in-laws
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have a son, daughter-in-law and grandson. We moved from another city to be closer to them and be part of their lives. The problem is, my husband dislikes our daughter-in-law’s parents. He refuses to spend holidays or attend other activities where both sets of parents will be. I don’t […]
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Complex jargon prevents patient from understanding diagnosis
DEAR DR. ROACH: After many bouts of pain in my left leg, I was referred for an MRI. They diagnosed me with left lumbar radiculitis, spondylolisthesis and lumbar spondylosis. There are many people in my independent living facility who have gotten similar diagnoses. As an RN with a masters in nursing education, I have a […]
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Sagittarius: Someone will take advantage of you or make decisions for you. Spend more time on self-improvement and setting high standards.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shaquille O’Neal, 51; Connie Britton, 56; D.L. Hughley, 60; Rob Reiner, 76. Happy Birthday: You’ll see situations from a different perspective this year. Mull over all possibilities before you make a move. Address how you use your skills and earn your living. Make updates that keep you motivated to learn […]
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Scorpio: Call in an expert to help you get started, and the rest will be a breeze.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Connolly, 49; Matt Lucas, 49; Eva Mendes, 49; Marsha Warfield, 69. Happy Birthday: Trust and believe in your ability to make the right decisions this year. Refuse to let anyone offer false information to manipulate how you proceed. Push back and enforce your position, and you will be clear […]