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Enjoy a safe and fun Labor Day

Residents of the United States and Canada celebrate Labor Day or Labour Day each September on the first Monday of the month to acknowledge the contributions of each nation's workers. The holiday can be traced to the late nineteenth century, when labor activists campaigned for a federal holiday to...

Do adults need a measles booster?

Immunizations are designed to keep people healthy. Many diseases have been pushed into relative obscurity thanks to the widespread use of vaccines. Smallpox and rinderpest were eradicated worldwide due to vaccination. Polio, tetanus, Hib, and rubella are some additional diseases that most people...

Horoscopes for 08/14/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 This week you are unstoppable, Aries. Your confidence will be shining brightly for all to see, and the right people are bound to take notice. Expect to tackle some projects. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, small comforts will bring big happiness to you this week. Plus, your...

Disaster prep essentials

Preparation can pave the way to professional success, and that utility extends beyond one's career. Preparation also is a vital component of personal safety, particularly in relation to natural disasters. Knowledge of storms and weather-related events such as hurricanes, tornadoes and floods can be...

What is V-J Day?

World War II was an intense and bloody conflict that mercifully came to a conclusion in 1945, when the Allied forces claimed victory over the Axis powers. The Axis powers included Japan, which did not surrender until several months after the Allies declared victory in Europe. The day of the...

Horoscopes for 08/07/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Try to get the whole picture before you proceed, Aries; otherwise, you may be moving along blindly and that can make matters worse. Patience is a valuable asset right now. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, sometimes a major conflict ends when one party walks away and finds...

What are the three Bs of pool care?

Pool owners know that having a backyard swimming pool requires an investment of time and money, but the rewards can be well worth it. A summer spent floating or diving into crystal blue water is refreshing and energizing when temperatures climb. Maintaining a clean pool environment may seem like it...

Essential skills for navigating a natural disaster

Natural disasters occur annually all over the world. Globally, there are between 300 and 400 natural disasters each year. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Centers for Environmental Information, there were 27 individual weather and climate disasters with at...

Horoscopes for 7/31/25

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, if you long to take your romantic relationship to the next level, this might be the week to focus on your feelings. Your partner may be waiting for you to make a move. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Tranquility you have been feeling of late enables you to listen more...

Reduce the risk of lost pets

Pets bring a lot of joy to people's lives. Is it any wonder that, as of 2024, 66 percent of households in the United States, or 86.9 million homes, owned a pet, according to the American Pet Products Association? In fact, 97 percent of pet owners consider their pets to be family members. And...