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In 2021, the average American enjoyed almost 14 and a half pounds of watermelon -- in slices, gazpacho, added to salads, even grilled. This summer, you've got …
June 1, 2023DEAR ABBY: My grandson is 6 and very sensitive, maybe too sensitive. He's also lovable, super scientific-minded, good-hearted and generous with his little sist…
June 1, 2023DEAR READERS: Recently, we have been getting letters from readers who say they get emails and text messages telling them that the bank has frozen their account…
June 1, 2023Ever since a 2017 study sounded the alarm, I've been telling younger folks that they're at an increased risk for colorectal cancer. In fact, if you were born b…
May 31, 2023DEAR HELOISE: Indeed, check washing is a real problem. It occurred in our area after postal carriers were robbed of the keys they use to access the drop boxes.…
May 31, 2023DEAR ABBY: I live in an area with a large number of dog owners who frequent the same walking trails I do. On several occasions, I have encountered dogs that ar…
May 31, 2023"Alien" star Sigourney Weaver, 73, has said, "I like getting older. There's nothing more inspiring to me than a woman in her 70s who's full of life and still u…
May 30, 2023DEAR HELOISE: My family loves sausage patties on Sunday morning when we are all gathered together around the breakfast table. Unfortunately, I hated making the…
May 30, 2023DEAR ABBY: A guy at work, "Leon," is my age, very friendly and down-to-earth. When we've worked together, we have had great conversations, and he has told me a…
May 30, 2023These days, a lot of adults taking prescribed stimulants, such as amphetamines (Adderall and Dexedrine), methamphetamines, like Desoxyn, and a methylphenidate …
May 29, 2023DEAR ABBY: I got engaged five months ago, and my wedding date is seven months from now. My soon-to-be sister-in-law and bridesmaid has just announced she's pre…
May 29, 2023DEAR HELOISE: My wife had the neurological disease progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), and in the last year of her life, she lost her ability to communicate,…
May 29, 2023Today's Sound Off is about Hanging on to your money:
May 28, 2023If you're thinking of becoming pregnant or are pregnant, making sure you have the right balance of nutrients and vitamins in your diet and from supplements is …
May 28, 2023DEAR ABBY: My mother is 90 and has been a widow for 10 years. When we moved to this city 30 years ago, my parents made friends with a group of people. In this …
May 28, 2023