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Reading the post-pandemic tea leaves in modern church pews

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Reading the post-pandemic tea leaves in modern church pews

Saturday, April 15, 2023

For the experts who examine trends in pews, the post-pandemic tea leaves have been hard to read with a few people going to church more often, others staying away and some still watching services online.

Peptic ulcers often develop due to bacteria infection

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Peptic ulcers often develop due to bacteria infection

Friday, April 14, 2023

Dear Doctors: I recently learned I have a small peptic ulcer. The doctor said it’s a common occurrence and not a big deal.I’m having a lot of indigestion and wonder if the ulcer may be the cause. I’ve tried taking Nexium, but it makes me feel nauseated. Is there any treatment for a peptic ulcer?

Woman attracted to friend’s casual ex

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Woman attracted to friend’s casual ex

Friday, April 14, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I was out at a bar with a girlfriend of mine when we ran into a man I used to casually date. She couldn’t stop talking about how handsome he was, and she even asked me to set them up.

When Democrats attack Democracy

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When Democrats attack Democracy

Friday, April 14, 2023

The United States Constitution and all the state constitutions establish legislatures and give those legislatures the authority to set their own rules. The constitutions also give lawmakers the authority to punish members for violating those rules.

DO JUST ONE THING

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DO JUST ONE THING

Thursday, April 13, 2023

Home computers are essential, but they can be energy hogs, too. There are simple steps you can take to save electricity. Whenever you’re not using your computer, unplug it, which will protect it from power surges and also save the electricity your computer still uses in standby mode.

Return of colleague causes awkward feelings

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Return of colleague causes awkward feelings

Thursday, April 13, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have some negative history with a woman who is now back in my life through work. We worked together years ago, and it didn’t end well. I didn’t like the way she handled certain things, and I let her know how I felt. Now, here we are again, working together on a project.

After disaster, we’re all on same side

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After disaster, we’re all on same side

Thursday, April 13, 2023

The TV meteorologist kept saying the tornado would strike the University of Arkansas Medical Center at 2:30 p.m. and Arkansas Children’s Hospital three minutes later. If so, we’d have taken a direct hit sometime in between.

Icing out the Republican field

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Icing out the Republican field

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

News flash: Even in steamy Florida, American politics have become subject to flashfreezing. The country’s civic life has turned cryogenic.

Friend suggests visit to dermatologist

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Friend suggests visit to dermatologist

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have developed some dark spots on my face over the past few years. I cover them up with makeup, but they seem to be getting worse. A friend of mine keeps chastising me for spending time in the sun.

Brief amounts of exercise have health benefits

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Brief amounts of exercise have health benefits

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Dear Doctors: I heard on the news about research that associates walking every day with living a longer life. Both of my grandfathers are avid walkers. They never miss a day, no matter what, and both of them are well into their 80s. I would like to know more, and also how this research was done.