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Horoscopes for 01/09/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, charm is one of your strongest attributes. This week your magnetism is magnified and can work to your advantage. You might attract people who can help with a situation. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it is never easy to reevaluate finances and cut back. However, this...

What to expect when donating blood

Donating blood is a selfless act that benefits countless individuals each day. The need for a steady blood supply is ongoing. In July 2024, the American Red Cross faced an emergency blood shortage after its national blood inventory fell by more than 25 percent. The Red Cross recently reported its...

A healthy approach to weight loss

Though people attempting to lose weight may love a quick fix or magic pill that could shed excess pounds, successful efforts that produce long-term weight loss generally take considerable time and effort. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who lose weight at a gradual,...

How to allocate funds when planning a wedding

Whether it's a lavish, black-tie affair or a laid back gathering in the backyard, a couple's wedding day is a momentous, and often costly, occasion. According to the online wedding planning resource Zola, the average cost of a wedding in 2023 was $33,000. That's a significant sum for couples to...

Horoscopes for 01/02/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Focus on collaboration this week, Aries. Teamwork leads to unexpected rewards if you are open to others' ideas, so remain receptive to the input of teammates. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, when a project presents itself to you, stay grounded and run through all the...

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from January 1925

The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here's a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1925. · Christiania, the capital city of Norway, is renamed "Oslo" on January 1. · Violence plagues Italy on January 2 as part of the fallout of Benito...

Improve your game watch experience

Football season is winding down to the biggest games of the year, and fans can't wait to find out if their favorite teams will make a playoff run. Watching the big games together with friends and fellow fans makes football even more engaging and fun. With that in mind, fans can consider these tips...

Tricks for planning your summer getaway

Summer is a popular time of year. Boasting balmy temperatures and a relaxed atmosphere, summer can seem like a months-long vacation, even for those who spend time at home lounging around the pool or soaking up some late-afternoon rays on the patio. Even if life at home is a little more laid back in...

Horoscopes for 12/26/24

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it is time to solidify plans and any grand schemes you may have; otherwise, you may not know which...

Counting down in Times Square

Each New Year's Eve, thousands of revelers gather at the intersection of Seventh Avenue, Broadway and 42nd Street in the heart of New York City's "Time Square" to count down the final moments of the year. Millions more watch the festivities on television. This annual tradition is something people...