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Church of the masses not occurent in digital world

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Church of the masses not occurent in digital world

Saturday, May 18, 2024

As the creator of classics such as 'It's a Wonderful Life' and 'You Can't Take It With You,' director Frank Capra knew how to touch the hearts and souls of moviegoers.The self-described Christmas Catholic took that power seriously.

Fat pad atrophy can cause stress on feet

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Fat pad atrophy can cause stress on feet

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Dear Doctors: I have walked barefoot all my life without any problems. But now, the ball of my right foot has started to hurt when I do. I’m 55, a woman and a runner. I read that the fat pads on your feet get thinner with age. Could that be what’s happening here? Can it be fixed?

Reader struggles with friend, job search

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Reader struggles with friend, job search

Saturday, May 18, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: My close friend and I are both actively seeking employment in the same city and industry. We both recently lost our jobs at the same company and have been looking for about two months now.

Trump, Biden face different issues

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Trump, Biden face different issues

Friday, May 17, 2024

On Nov. 5, 2023, the New York Times published a story headlined, “Trump Leads in 5 Critical States as Voters Blast Biden, Times/ Siena Poll Finds.” Focusing on the states most likely to decide the 2024 election, the Times reported, “The results show Mr.Biden is losing to Mr.

Link found between emulsifiers, diabetes

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Link found between emulsifiers, diabetes

Friday, May 17, 2024

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I just read there’s a connection between diabetes and some of the additives in commercial snack cakes and other products. I always thought it was the added sugars that are a problem, but this appears to be something else. Do you know what that is?

Student misses abroad whirlwind romance

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Student misses abroad whirlwind romance

Friday, May 17, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently returned to the United States after studying abroad, and I have a whirlwind of emotions following my departure from the city that became my temporary home. I am sad to leave the friends I made from all over the world, and I’m also leaving behind a guy I connected with.

DO JUST ONE THING

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DO JUST ONE THING

Thursday, May 16, 2024

• You might be in a mood to declutter at home, and getting rid of old DVDs and Bluray discs could be at the top of your list. But the editors at Popular Science want you to think twice before gutting your collection.

Wife looks to reconnect with husband

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Wife looks to reconnect with husband

Thursday, May 16, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: I feel like I’m drowning in my empty home. My kids have all grown up and moved out, leaving a quiet house behind. My husband seems to be married to his work and spends more time at the office than at home. With everyone gone, all I have left is our puppy.

Washington looks for its escape pod

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Washington looks for its escape pod

Thursday, May 16, 2024

According to New York Times veteran political reporter Peter Baker, the No. 1 topic of discussion at Washington dinner parties and receptions these days is “Where would you go if it really happens?” “It” being Donald J. Trump’s return to the White House following the November 2024 election.

Japanese reader wants more info on tipping

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Japanese reader wants more info on tipping

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

DEAR HARRIETTE: The tipping culture in the United States is puzzling to me as someone from Japan, where tipping is not customary. In Japan, tips can imply that the employer does not provide adequate wages.