Mini sabbatical a break from the routine
If you daydream about getting a break from stress, you might picture a restful week of vacation or a long weekend away. But some people have found ways to take…
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DEAR HELOISE: We've had some heavy thunderstorms in my area of the country. My fiancé and I were out on a golf course one time during a thunderstorm, and he ra…
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Horoscopes by Holiday
Happy birthday. Acting fast is your gift, and you'll move on sweet investments and turn bright ideas into adventures. New guidelines come together for your rel…
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Blood tests hold hope of early cancer detection
When her husband was undergoing cancer treatment, Cindy Perez of Southwest Ranches, Fla., learned about a new blood test that could help find early cancers. Th…
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Only 26% of Americans say they get at least eight hours of sleep, new Gallup poll says
If you're feeling -- yawn -- sleepy or tired while you read this and wish you could get some more shut-eye, you're not alone. A majority of Americans say they …
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Subscriber ExclusiveCHEAP EATS | OPINION: Barbecue you can bank on — at Sims
Doc's truck always wanted to go the other way -- south down Arch Street rather than north up Broadway -- when he got the text from George to meet for lunch at …
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Subscriber ExclusiveGAME ON | OPINION: Backpack Battles requires skill, organization
Veterans of games like Skyrim, Resident Evil, Diablo and countless more know the struggle of inventory management as our hoarder drive takes over while adventu…
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Subscriber ExclusiveMASTER CLASS: ‘No pain, no gain’ is true, to a point
This week, I'll present some tips for managing discomfort and will introduce an exercise to help practice those techniques.
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How to (responsibly) let your cat outside
Since adopting him in November 2022, I have loved sharing a home with my indoor cat, Mouse. I love how the bell on his collar announces his presence in a room,…
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Medical fields see growing shortages
First, her favorite doctor in Providence, R.I., retired. Then her other doctor at a health center a few miles away left the practice. Now, Piedad Fred has deve…
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Find the best gym for you and your money
Whether you are starting a new exercise regimen, coming back from an injury or have moved, finding a gym or health club that fits your needs and budget takes a…
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Horoscopes by Holiday
Happy birthday. The venture you've long pondered becomes a reality. You'll have the resources and freedom to learn the ropes. You're the risen phoenix, taking …
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DEAR HELOISE: Two weekends ago, I went to a garage sale, and the lady who had items for sale didn't have a price on anything. When I asked her how much she was…
