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W. Bruce Cameron:
Dog Words
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I've read that an average dog possesses a
vocabulary of 200-300 words, which is enough for
him to have his own Twitter account. Most people
won't buy their dogs a smartphone, though, so you
don't see too many canines tweeting their friends
unless they have access to a computer.
All
U.S. Workplaces To Be Fitted
with Inflatable Slides
How I Got Teabaggers To Watch
PBS
Studies Show
Statins are Overprescribed and Overrated
A Surprising
Risk-Free, High-Yield, Guaranteed Investment
The Time We (Almost)
Defeated the Meanest Dog Ever
Seniors:
Enjoy Your Now Now
Seventy
Percent of Existing Marriages May Already Be
Gay
In Month Before Labor Day, Pointless
'Filler' Columns Abound
Cut out the Salt
Reworked 2011 Mustang is
Revitalized and Ready to Run
A
Sad Day for Overeating
More Internet Lies Uncovered
Investing 101: Stocks vs. Funds
Do-It-Yourself Ice Cream: a Tasty Project
BP
Replaces
Tony
Hayward
with
Startled
Deer
Snooki:
I
Don't
Know
Who
Obama
Is
Either
How To Ruin a Kid's Summer
Palin Says
Refudiate Appears in Fictionary: Calls
Critics Incohecent
Red Rover, Red Rover, Let Kate
Moss Come Over!
The chittering of birds, the smell of
chlorine, the sting of a shoulder's sunburn.
And, of course, the lazy, crazy, hazy days
of catwalk prowling and eyelash curling.
French Sports -- Sacre Bleu!
Half-Truths and
Outright Lies
Millions Watch Rich Guy Get New Job
BP says Oil in Gulf Must
Be Changed Every Six Months
Kids Home Library: Refreshing New Books for
Young Hammock-Sitters
Bouncy, bright
summer picture books are a pleasure to share
with your young ones on a hammock or a lawn
chair.
Tom the Caveman
Why the Thong Works Like Magic
Juneau: America's Most Scenic State
Capital
"If you encounter a bear, remain calm.
Do not approach, chase, feed or run from
a bear."
Whatever Floats the Teenage Boat
Most parents of teenage daughters, hearing
that Los Angeles parents Laurence and Marianne
Sunderland stuck their 16-year-old daughter on a
boat to sail around the world on a year-long
voyage, thought to themselves: "A whole year
without having my teenager screaming at me?
Where can I get a boat?!"
De-Aging:
The
Miracle
of
Each
Moment
"Anti-aging is defensive thinking," Kaz
explains.
"De-aging is more active. Each moment we have a
choice." Kaz takes a breath, and so do I. I've heard
him talk about de-aging before. This time, I'm
taking notes.
Get Back at Your Creditors
Late
fees, punitive interest rates, over-limit fees,
loading up your credit report with negative
information — it's enough to make you scream!
If you've had enough, maybe it's time for you to
turn the tables and get back at them.
BP Develops Technology To Convert Lies
into Energy
Autoword: Savvy Sienna
Welcome to the Real World: Financial
Advice for New Grads
Kid's Home Library: Fantastic Books for Summertime Reading
Summer! Finally! And since
most teachers recommend "read, read, read"
during the summertime, here's the first of
several book roundups for kids:
Sting Classical Concert Tour, Album a Bold Move in His
Musical Journey
If My Mom Fell in
the Yard And There Was No One There to
Hear It
...
My father is
worried my mother might fall down in the
yard while he's watching TV because
there's no way to guarantee it would
happen during a commercial.
Power of Attorney
is Powerless with Social Security
Unnatural
Human
State
'ModNation Racers' is Sony's Version of 'Mario Kart'
The Creative Coolness of Homemade Ice Cream
When the slight chill of spring gradually gives way to the warmth of
summer, thoughts and cravings turn to sun-soaked afternoons on the water,
outdoor barbecues and, of course, the cooling comfort of ice cream.
Study of
Centenarians Yields Tips for Longevity
In a survey of 100
centenarians, researchers funded by United Health Care uncovered
some very interesting — and inspirational — information. More
importantly, these adults who have experienced 100 years of life
offer a model of health for all of us to follow.
Experts Propose Plugging Oil Leak with
BP Executives
Tiger's Ex-Coach Leaves Project for
Another
It
was just seven weeks ago that swing
coach Hank Haney was at Augusta
National, helping famed client Tiger
Woods get through the Masters after
Tiger's sex-driven run at Wilt
Chamberlain's scoring record.
How to Fight WLP! The Last Battle of the
Bulge
WLP. Weight Loss
Plateau. Connie is stuck at 163, and she
can't get the needle to budge. She's
eating the same smart way — no diet
food, no artificial sugars, fresh fruit
for dessert. And she's exercising with
enthusiasm — walking, dance class, a
stationary bike first thing in the
morning. But suddenly, it's not working.
13 Steps to
Greening Your Home
Guns and Drugs
We can argue until we are blue in the face about Mexicans crossing into our country illegally. But what about our responsibility for the guns that cross into their country? What about our responsibility for the demand for drugs, which cannot be fought by putting the Mexican army on the streets there?
How to Maximize
Your Social Security
Here is an
overview of the five strategies you
might be able to use to receive the best
deal possible from Social Security
Joe Mantegna Thinks His ‘Chip Off the Ol’ Block’ Ready for Series
China
To Stop Spying on its
People; Will Use Facebook
Instead
Ransom Writers Take Note ...
or Else
Welcome to the world of
writing ransom notes — one of the
world's most profitable forms of
writing, second only to being Stephen
King.
Same Old Song
(Not)
Birds are not born with a song in their hearts or their heads. They must learn them from other birds.
Dennis
Quaid Felt Weight of Responsibility Playing Bill Clinton
Make Shocking
Health News Work for You
San Diego Teen a 'Jazz Piano Phenom'
Video Game Reviews
Don't Play 'Lost Planet 2' Alone..--. 'Iron Man 2' is Destined For
the Scrap Yard...
Seniors: Who is the Most Romantic?
Citing Kagan's Lack of Judging
Experience, GOP Proposes Paula Abdul
Make Shocking
Health News Work for You
San Diego Teen a 'Jazz Piano Phenom'
Video Game Reviews
Don't Play 'Lost Planet 2' Alone..--. 'Iron Man 2' is Destined For
the Scrap Yard...
Seniors: Who is the Most Romantic?
Several Options to Eliminate Weeds in Gardens
Setting Up A
Home
Based Business to Sell Goods On The Internet
Things to Avoid If You Are Over 40
The
Zen
of
Fitness:
Calm
Your
Mind,
Activate
Your
Health
It doesn't matter where your stress comes from — bad
news, unsatisfying job, no job,
technology-abused kids. What does matter
is your plan for how to deal with stress
in a way that melts it, releases it,
prevents it from damaging your heart,
raising your blood pressure, stiffening
arteries, suppressing your immune
system, frying your
brain.
The Vocabulary of a
Teenage Girl
Somali Pirates Say They
Are Subsidiary of Goldman Sachs;
Could Make Prosecution
Difficult, Experts Say
1Million4Anna.com
STEEL
AND
VELVET
Roller Derby:
The 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Goldman
CEO To Perform Community Service as
Treasury Secretary
The Hot Pants of Spring and Summer
Music to the Ear - From Classical to
Rock in France
With much fanfare, music is played in astonishingly beautiful
public and private venues all over France. Free organ and voice
recitals are held in great 12th century Gothic cathedrals and
rock and pop in first-century B.C. Roman coliseums, while
classical and jazz are found from major cities to tiny medieval
villages.
Little Ways To
Raise Big Money
"It means to love God more than your puppies," says
Tori, 7.
Welcoming the Tea Party with Open Arms
Wrong Dog in the
Doghouse
Beyond Addiction:
Always
Hope
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The impetus for my initial idea for this
week's column was the experience of a colleague
of mine at Hazelden who found himself suddenly
facing end-of-life issues, even though it turns
out he was in perfectly good health. But that
story of insight and inspiration will have to
wait; a real tragedy in my hometown grabs this
space for now.
Volcanic Ash Cloud Turns Out To Be
Finale of "Lost"
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Fosamax Side Effect
is Confusing but Rare
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Burgers Help Upscale Joints Cut the
Mustard
Autoword:
Mazda CX-9: A Large and Deluxe, Seven-Passenger Family Vehicle
- For those who absolutely will not drive
a minivan, the seven-passenger crossover is the most-efficient
alternative. And among the choices is Mazda's CX-9, which gives
a large and deluxe family experience.
What if Schools
Banned Car Drop-Offs?
Up in Canada, where
you'd think the kids would be freezing or
mowed down by luges, an entire elementary
school's worth of students is now walking or
biking to school. Of course, the pint-size
schleppers have no choice. The school has banned
car drop-offs.
10 Steps
to Improving Your Local Economy
Autoword:
Mazda CX-9: A Large and Deluxe, Seven-Passenger Family Vehicle
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For those who absolutely will not drive
a minivan, the seven-passenger crossover is the most-efficient
alternative. And among the choices is Mazda's CX-9, which gives
a large and deluxe family experience.
The Dogs I Know - In my
neighborhood, it's best to be a dog — but isn't
that true of all neighborhoods? I never see dogs
out raking leaves or fixing their screen doors.
Instead, I see them wagging in ecstasy over
finding an unclaimed stick...
Tips for Spring Gardening -
Wow, we made it to spring. If you like plants or
animals, the next three months are wonderful
months to be in North America. This is the
season most plants bloom and most animals have
babies, so plan on getting outdoors as often as
possible.
Real Genius
A year ago, David
Axelrod, the president's senior adviser, was a
genius. A year ago, Rahm Emanuel, the
president's chief of staff, was a wizard. What
happened?
Isn't it
Romantic?
Romance
isn't just chocolates and champagne. How about a
little lace? This is the perfect time of year to
flirt a little bit with your wardrobe. A ruffle here, a strappy sandal there,
and the woman in workout sweats is instantly transformed into a
ravishing romantic.
Taurus
Brings Swagger Back to Ford
BlackBerry-aholic
The
Extracurricular Activity Kids Need To Succeed
You know what's weird? Parents. Most of us are just trying to do the
best we can — which often translates into the "most" we can, as if
children in every generation until this one were sadly under-stimulated.
Wanna be Happy?
Stop Thinking so Much
Born Again
American
What Part of Creation Reminds You of God?
"Kids Talk about God" is for grownups, too.
►Pet
Health Insurance? Get Real!◄
Americans Need to Stop Whining about Airline
Security
Thrift
Store
Treasure
Hunting
Happy
Healthy
2010!
Live
It,
Love
It,
Begin
Again
◊◊Fear
of Flying◊◊
►Resolution
With
a
Backbone◄
Energy
Express:
Let's
Call
It
Tedicare
--
Medicare
for
the
Rest
of
Us
- Soon
Congress will return to session and continue the
all-important work of health care reform. The law that
is or is not passed will affect every one of us. I know
you're sick of this stuff. So am I. But be patient —
change is in the air.
Lifelong
Health - Good physicians discuss end
care before the end.
Dogs, Cats, and Other People:
Dogfighting: The Vick Effect - It
looks like this new Vick has more in common with most of us than
the old Vick. We're disgusted, too. But televised speeches can
be deceiving, and it's too early to know in what ways and to
what extent Vick really has changed.
Autoword: Soul has Spirit: Kia Loads Economy Model
with Style and Comfort -
The Kia
Soul offers four trim levels with comfort and many amenities
for all ages.
The Senator -
He was not a natural. He did not have the gift
that Bill Clinton had, that Barack Obama has, the gift
of making whatever he said sound smart and moving.
Eunice
- She was the candidate's sister, the former president's sister, the wife of the former vice presidential candidate. Legend had it that she was smarter than any of them.
Blue Zones: Red Hot Tips for Living Longer
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Living longer has fascinated humans for the
longest time. Just think of all the myths,
legends and TV diets that have held our interest
over the years, all promising to reveal —
finally! — the secret to a longer life.
It's the Underpants, Stupid -
When it comes to men's underpants, I believe in change.
According to Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the
Federal Reserve, when men's underpants sag, it bodes
poorly for the economy.
Sleep
Deprivation in Children -
Sleep deprivation in
childhood has consequences far beyond feeling grumpy in the
morning. Children who do not get enough sleep produce less
interleukin-1 which can hamper their immunity, leading to more
illnesses.
Lenore Skenazy:
The Elected Official Infidelity Quiz
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In the interest of providing the
public with a service it has needed for some time —
especially these past few days — we proudly present the
first failproof quiz to determine: IS YOUR ELECTED
OFFICIAL HAVING AN AFFAIR?
Travel: -
From Meat Pies to Magnolias:
Natchitoches Charms Everyone -NATCHITOCHES, La. — Even Oprah's a fan of this
charming, picturesque, Southern town. And you will be, too.
Pop Talk ►Remains of the Day
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"I've never been called a hero before," said Jefferson Airplane co-founder Paul Kantner,
who performed earlier this month as part of the "Heroes
of Woodstock" concert at the San Diego County Fair.
How To Prepare for the Worst - Suppose you lost your
job, your health or your spouse. Could you cope? Would
you end up broke? With the economy on life support, it's
time to stress test our finances.
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