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A holiday for comparing recipes, not theologies

A holiday for comparing recipes, not theologies

The foods on our common table have changed over the years, but the purpose of the gathering remains the same.
by Susan Lenfestey

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As holidays get started, a desperate call sets the tone

As holidays get started, a desperate call sets the tone

An old friend whose life has taken some hard turns asks for help, and gets it.

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On call no more: One woman's decision to let go of her cell phone

On call no more: One woman's decision to let go of her cell phone

Mobile phones tempt us to think we're so important that we have to be on call at all times. What if we're not?

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In small towns, H1N1 threatens health of businesses, too

In small towns, H1N1 threatens health of businesses, too

The owner of a small-town hardware store reflects on what an epidemic might mean for his bottom line.

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Looking for a sound bite to explain a mass murder?

Looking for a sound bite to explain a mass murder?

If your impulse is to ask a Muslim about the Fort Hood shootings, restrain yourself.

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A small way to give back to veterans who gave so much

A small way to give back to veterans who gave so much

U.S. Sen. Al Franken describes the benefits that service dogs can bring to those recovering from wounds and traumatic stress.

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Prefer not to use credit cards? Good luck with that

Prefer not to use credit cards? Good luck with that

Maybe common sense ought to trump plastic, but it doesn't.

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Instant runoff waiting

Instant runoff waiting

To a candidate still waiting to hear whether he's been elected, IRV is a mixed blessing.

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