There’s something about gardening that lifts my spirits. Even the scent of the soil and mulch makes me happy.
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Wary of inflation, Americans have been scrutinizing the prices of everyday items. But a less-noticed expense should cause greater concern.
The excess weight of supplies stuffed into an improperly worn backpack might lead to sore joints and muscles.
Many older people point to strength training as a method to slow down the ever-present biological clock.
Each year, more than 1 in 4 older Americans fall, making it the leading cause of injuries for those 65 and older. But many falls can be prevented.
Question: I would love to plant op-a-la-ah (not sure of spelling) cactus, the kind that looks like Mickey Mouse ears and grows red cactus pears, also known as prickly pears. Several of my neighbors have them. The problem is the tiny stickers on the fruit. I have heard that there is a variety that does not have stickers. Please advise me what they are called.
Of all the ways one could see the Grand Canyon, one of the very best is to hike across it, rim to rim. It is a tough physical hike, and the logistics are complicated, as you need to get camping permits in advance and arrange transportation from the destination rim back to the trailhead where you presumably left your vehicle.
From the neck up, Maria Santos looks like any mom you might meet in the grocery store. But at Sky Zone, where she’s dressed in black-and-red spandex, she’s seems anything but mild-mannered. “Where do you fight crime?”
Question: I planted a five gallon loquat in my front yard three months ago in April. It seemed to be taking just fine at first. A few weeks ago, I noticed the older leaves were beginning to turn brown, and the newer leaves seem to be shriveling up. When I purchased it, I was told it was OK to plant in full sun. During this heat, I drip water it every two days. I estimate it receives about six gallons per watering. I check the soil regularly to make sure the soil is not drying out. Any thoughts?
Question: This picture I sent to you shows my chewed Genovese basil. If you enlarge the picture you will see small insects resembling those who ate the leaves of the plant. What can I do without poisoning my basil?
If you are looking for a great summer destination that affords cool temperatures and more outdoor opportunities than you would expect in any town, consider pointing your wagon toward Big Bear Lake, Calif.
There’s a question whether the main amenity for which Sun City Summerlin is known, its golf courses, should be closed. Some residents say maintaining them for a shrinking number of golfers is just getting too costly.
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Hello there, my name is Athena and I am a beautiful 4.5-years-old (93 lbs) Great Dane. I’ve been told I have a heart as big as my namesake, the goddess of wisdom.
At least four Centers for Disease Control leaders resigned this week. The White House confirmed it fired Susan Monarez because she was not “aligned with” President Donald Trump.
The FDA’s framework for the new COVID-19 vaccines presents new barriers to access for millions of Americans who would have to prove their risk.
A plane capable of carrying 292 passengers is being eyed to fly the Paris-Las Vegas route in a tryout following special flights geared to CES attendees.
One thing is surer than ever, many policy experts say: Beneficiaries should not simply roll over their existing stand-alone Medicare drug plans.
