CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ashley Fink, 33; Dan Byrd, 34; Joel McHale, 48; Bo Derek, 63. Happy Birthday: Opportunity is heading your way. Going after what you want will put you in a position to earn more and to handle your financial situation responsibly. Choose to live a minimalist lifestyle. The stress release will […]
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Patron is bruised and battered in altercation with waitress
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I were getting ready to leave after dinner at a restaurant we’ve patronized for 15 years. I went to the ladies’ room and was washing my hands when a waitress I don’t care for came barging in, got in my face and started yelling at me. I tried to leave, […]
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Gemini: A little bit of charm will go a long way
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jodie Foster, 57; Meg Ryan, 58; Allison Janney, 60; Ann Curry, 63. Happy Birthday: Hit the reset button, and review what you’ve done. Consider what’s worth keeping. Cleaning house will result in better insight into what’s possible moving forward. The change will spark enthusiasm for doing something that makes you […]
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Parents are up in arms over boy’s photos posted online
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have a happy, adorable 18-month-old son. Understandably, he’s the light of our lives. Early in my pregnancy, I decided to not post a pregnancy announcement or pictures of him on social media. I felt my son should have the autonomy to build his own social media presence as he […]
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Is it the alcohol or grapes that give wine a good-for-you rep?
DEAR DR. ROACH: Alcoholism runs in my family. I do not drink. For years I’ve read studies showing how good a glass of red wine is for you. Just recently something came out on the local news that “wine is good for your gut.” On a far less frequent basis, news appears that grape juice […]
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Smoker’s wife draws a line in the bedroom until he quits
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married 27 years. We love each other and raised two beautiful children together. When we started dating, we were both smokers. My wife quit 20 years ago, but I continued. Two years ago, my wife told me no more sex until I do. Abby, I smoke only […]
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Taurus: Your forward momentum may not sit well with an acquaintance
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Damon Wayans Jr., 37; Chloe Sevigny, 45; Owen Wilson, 51; Oscar Nunez, 61. Happy Birthday: Express your thoughts and feelings. Letting others know where you stand will help you cut through any uncertainty that might stop you from recognizing what’s best for you. Changes need to be thought through from […]
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The best imaging test depends on what you’re looking for
DEAR DR. ROACH: Could you please explain in layman terms the difference between an X-ray, CT scan, MRI and PET scan? — C.D.B. ANSWER: All four of these tests provide images of the body, which your doctor can use to evaluate symptoms or search for a specific anatomical condition. Some conditions, such as depression, have […]
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Eugenia Last, horoscope, Scorpio: Speak up, share ideas and bring about change
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rachel McAdams, 41; Dylan Walsh, 56; Danny DeVito, 75; Martin Scorsese, 77. Happy Birthday: Education is encouraged this year. Experience what life has to offer, broaden your spectrum and discover what makes you happy. Be ready, willing and able to take advantage of new beginnings by ensuring you have ended […]
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Dear Abby: Patient losing patience with therapist
DEAR ABBY: I have been working through major anxiety issues with a therapist for the last few months. Sometimes he is very helpful; other times he goes off on tangents, talking about topics I don’t feel the need to discuss (and things that don’t necessarily pertain to me). I find it frustrating, and at times, […]