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Make the investment in better living

Before we begin, I just want to stave off potential problems with the wisdom I am about to impart. There are some out there who are champagne and caviar, some are a fine merlot and cheese, and others are wine in a box and a bag of chips.

States tell judge Sacklers foil bankruptcy process

NEW YORK – A federal judge should reject a sweeping settlement to thousands of lawsuits against OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, a group of states said at a hearing Tuesday, arguing that the protections it extends to members of the Sackler family who own the firm are improper.

Giving can have mental and financial benefits

The past Thursday marked the beginning of a period of time when our focus is supposed to shift away from ourselves and toward others. These weeks, often collectively known as the season of giving, is my very favorite time of year.

Health panel narrowly backs Merck COVID pill

WASHINGTON – A panel of U.S. health advisers on Tuesday narrowly backed the benefits of a closely watched COVID-19 pill from Merck, setting the stage for a likely authorization of the first drug that Americans could take at home to treat the virus.

Husband wants wife’s history to repeat itself

Dear Abby: I am a 44-year-old woman who has been married for three years. We all have a past. Unfortunately, I made mistakes in mine that I foolishly mentioned to my husband when he asked. He is someone who doesn’t let go of things easily.

Poor diet could be a cause leaky gut syndrome

Dear Doctors: I went to urgent care with bad stomach cramps, and the doctor there talked about something called “leaky gut.” But when I asked my own doctor about it, he said it’s not really a thing. What do you know about leaky gut?

Eagles race to season-opening win

Grain Valley girls basketball coach Randy Draper sat outside a classroom that his Eagles were using as a locker room during the opening round of the 42nd annual Winnetonka Tournament Monday, looking at a stat sheet.