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A doctor’s fight for survival in 1657
Roberto Palumbo’s immersive and haunting journey into "1657 The Year of the Plague" showcases the depths of human suffering and the resilience of mankind during one of Europe’s darkest chapters in history. Set in Genoa, this historical novel offers a staunch look at a city gripped by fear, despair, and the unrelenting force of death. At its ...Read more
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Cancer rates for young women far outpace young men, research finds
Incidences for many common types of cancer have risen in recent years, with young women experiencing the brunt of the shift.
According to research from the American Cancer Society, the incidence rate of cancer for women under 50 has increased from 51% higher than men in 2002 to 82% higher than men in 2021, the last year this information was ...Read more
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Exploring life and faith as you’ve never seen before
As life would have it, even those successful and satisfied in our current world tend to worry obsessively about the next.
We’re talking about the fear of death — that journey into the unknown. One common antidote is to joke about it. Take the perpetual death-worrier, Woody Allen, whose character Boris from his movie "Love and Death" returns...Read more
Want your children to eat right as adults? Get them into the kitchen early
PITTSBURGH — Any parent who's gone through a "I don't like that" phase knows that kids can be notoriously picky eaters, often because they're more sensitive to smells, texture and taste.
Children also can be afraid to try unfamiliar foods, which is why many experts advise teaching kids about where food comes from and how it's prepared from a ...Read more
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Debra-Lynn B. Hook: Trying to stand upright in lopsided times
I surveyed my friends recently to find out what they’re doing to stay sane.
“Screaming into a paper bag,” said a friend who lives near Capitol Hill in Washington.
“Staying away from the news,” said another friend.
“Who said I’m sane?” said another.
As a massive reassembling of the U.S. government by President Donald Trump ...Read more
Success Does Not Require Perfection
Q: It seems like whenever I try to make some improvement in my life, like developing a good habit or learning a new skill, I fall short of my goals. I seldom make as much progress as I hope, and it's very discouraging. Do you have any advice?
Jim: I'd say that one of the greatest barriers to success is an "all or nothing" attitude. That's when ...Read more
Parents, Overstressed and Overburdened, Need Help
One day, when I was a new mother, I was offered a choice.
I had a premature newborn, one who seemed to spit up every drop of milk he drank and who was incapable of sleeping anywhere other than in someone's arms.
Getting enough nutrition into his tiny stomach so that he could meet his growth goals had become not just my job but a mission. I ...Read more
Making It Legal for Kids to Frolic
Kids have the right to some independence, and parents have the right to give it to them -- without getting investigated for neglect!
That's why I'm thrilled that legislators in five states are hoping to pass "Reasonable Childhood Independence" laws this year. And another five states may follow suit.
Bipartisan sponsors, who often disagree on...Read more
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Family guide to new movie releases
'PADDINGTON IN PERU'
Rated PG for action, mild rude humor and some thematic elements.
What it’s about: The third Paddington movie sees the beloved British bear reconnecting with his roots in Peru.
The kid attractor factor: The familiar character and family-friendly adventure.
Good lessons/bad lessons: It doesn't matter where you're from, ...Read more
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Lori Borgman: I came, I saw, I took a selfie
True confession, and this is embarrassing considering the times we live in, but I can't take good selfies.
There, I said it. That's a load off.
I think it's because I'm short and short people have short arms and long people have long arms. You need long arms for good selfies. Good skin without age-defining wrinkles helps, too.
It is always a ...Read more
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How to talk to your kids about social media misinformation
After Meta, the parent company behind Facebook and Instagram, announced it would be shifting its fact-checking mechanisms to a crowdsourcing approach, parents’ fears about how social media is shaping their children’s minds have likely grown.
A 2023 poll conducted by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at the University of Michigan found that 67...Read more
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Jewish couple’s daring escape from Berlin unfolds in unforgettable historical thriller
A German Jewish couple must use every ounce of their strength and wiles to survive under the nose of the Nazis in this harrowing story based on the lives of Hans and Anna Bracher in "Untertauchen" by Arthur M. James.
"Untertauchen" (“to go underground”) is the impeccably researched tribute to Hans and Anna Bracher, as well as their family ...Read more
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Find hope, beauty, and connection in 'Soul Flowers'
With the new year comes a new sense of hope. I can think of no better time to embrace the beauty of poetry, especially in works such as Cynthia Schumacher’s seventh collection, "Soul Flowers."
In this timeless collection, Schumacher explores with gifted verse those universal human emotions and experiences that unite us. Her poetry encourages ...Read more
Love Needs To Be Renewed Every Day
Q: My wife and I have been married for about four years. We're both a bit concerned that our relationship is already starting to seem a little stale. Is that normal? What can we do about it?
Jim: I get it. When Jean and I first started dating, she lived in Orange County and I lived in San Diego. During those courting days I was willing to go ...Read more
There's Joy, as Well as Fear, in Missing Out
I've decided to miss out on more these days.
Maybe you've heard of FOMO, the "fear of missing out." Well, this is the opposite. I'm trying to find JOMO, the "joy of missing out."
For my JOMO education, I can thank Christina Crook, an author who specializes in "digital decluttering." She encourages people to intentionally disconnect from ...Read more
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Ex-etiquette: Exes and Valentine's Day
Q. Should I send a Valentine to my ex? What’s good ex-etiquette?
A. Each year I am asked this by literally hundreds of readers. I’m not sure why because the answer seems clear to me — but humans seem to be programmed by Hallmark, even if they don’t watch the channel. So, around about Feb. 14, we get nostalgic or romantic or both, and if...Read more
Learning to Live With a Little Fear
A mom wrote to me the other day saying that, guess what? Her kids are now teens, and she knows they'll make some imperfect decisions, because she made some, too, and all this adds up to ... worry.
"I totally get how bad that feels," she wrote. "But I think parents are on the wrong track." They're seeking peace of mind, but that just isn't in ...Read more
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Family guide to new movie releases
'HEART EYES'
Rated R for strong violence and gore, language and some sexual content.
What it’s about: A rom-com slasher about a killer targeting happy couples on Valentine's Day.
The kid attractor factor: Teens will be drawn to the horror genre and gore.
Good lessons/bad lessons: There's no denying chemistry.
Violence: Extreme bloody ...Read more
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Commentary: Children must learn how to prepare for climate change, not just how it's caused
The scope of the Los Angeles fires is so vast that they have touched many lives that are far, far from California.
I live in Lanesboro, Minnesota, but my grandson’s wife, Holly Horazdovsky, taught in a school in the Palisades that burned to the ground. She is now teaching in a new space. Their school was evacuated, and many children lost ...Read more
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Laura Yuen: She's having kids so her parents can have grandkids
You may have heard that there’s a generation of older adults in grief because their kids decided against having children of their own. More Americans are opting out of a traditional family path, and in doing so, crushing their parents' desperate wishes for grandchildren.
This topic became a front-page article in the New York Times a few ...Read more
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- Family guide to new movie releases
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