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Today in History: December 20, the Louisiana Purchase is completed

Today is Friday, Dec. 20, the 355th day of 2024. There are 11 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 20, 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was completed as ownership of the territory was formally transferred from France to the United States. Also on this date: In 1946, the classic ...

Horoscopes by Holiday for Dec. 20

If a goal is right for you, you'll be willing to do what it takes to get there. So when things aren't lining up, try to find the rub. The adjustment may have to do with information, time, methods, teammates or the goal itself. The Virgo moon offers practical grounding to the last full day of ...

Dealing with difficult exes

Dear Annie: How do I convey to my adult married children that I do not like being around my ex for the holidays? My son lives several states away, and he invited my daughter and her family, my ex, and my wife and me for Thanksgiving together. This will be the first time in close to seven years ...

Man continues to use nicotine gum after quitting smoking

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a good friend who is almost 77 years old. He was a heavy smoker until about 14 years ago. He decided to quit smoking and used nicotine gum to help with this process. It's my understanding that nicotine gum should only be used for a fairly short period of time to help a ...

Try these tips for shaving leg hair

Dear Heloise: For several years, I modeled hosiery for magazines and learned some great tricks on how to keep my legs looking good and how to remove hair. It was especially important when we were shooting a close-up where our legs needed to look flawless and toned. Here are some hints: -- ...

Today in History: December 19, Bill Clinton is impeached

Today is Thursday, Dec. 19, the 354th day of 2024. There are 12 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 19, 1998, President Bill Clinton was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives for perjury and obstruction of justice. (He was subsequently acquitted by the Senate.) Also ...