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Health, Lifestyles & History

Not the ring I hoped for

Dear Annie: I've been with my loving partner, "Daniel," for six years. We're both in our 40s and have children from previous relationships. Our life together is generally very harmonious. We share responsibilities, enjoy spending time together and support one another deeply. We align on most ...

Understanding the assocation between ‘the pill’ and cancer

DEAR DR. ROACH: I want to point out a serious health concern. My daughter turned 40 last year and got her mammogram, which came back with a shocking diagnosis of stage 3 microinvasive carcinoma. She underwent three surgeries, the last of which was a double mastectomy. I read that cancer ...

Using your dishwasher properly

Dear Heloise: After reading the letter from Pat D. in Irvine, California, about not putting dishes in the dishwasher with dried food on them, I would like to share my thoughts: I don't hesitate to do this very thing. With the newer dishwasher detergent pods, they have enough enzymes in them ...

Today in History: July 26, Americans with Disabilities Act signed into law

Today is Saturday, July 26, the 207th day of 2025. There are 158 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act, prohibiting discrimination based on mental or physical disabilities. Also on this date: In ...

Horoscopes by Holiday for July 26

The season of the cat is well underway, and the signs are showing. The moon moves into Virgo, where real work gets done -- practical, focused, precise. If it doesn't serve the bottom line, why are we doing it? But let's remember that rest, play, silliness and love are also what the bottom line ...

Mortified by marriage

Dear Annie: I've been with my girlfriend for seven years and lived with her for four. She wants to get married and have kids. For the past three years, I've promised to propose every six months, but when the time comes, I back out. I even went ring shopping but couldn't pull the trigger. ...