9 Quick Questions for Savannah Guthrie

This interview has been edited for length and clarity. What prompted you to write a book about your faith? Someone said, Would you ever want to write something about faith? Ive got a job. Im not looking for extra credit. I dont want to write a memoir. I dont even remember my whole career. Plus, its boring. Who wants to hear about me? [But] I was like,Icouldactuallygetexcitedandinterestedinthat.Its a passion. Its because I find it endlessly interesting and intellectually challenging, and emotionally thrilling....

February 20, 2024 · 2 min · 243 words · Steven Glass

How to Save Your Own Life

And being on your own inevitably means being more self-reliant. Jaw pain; shoulder, back or neck discomfort; nausea; and lightheadedness are also signs. After getting through to 911, describe your symptoms. Chest pains will get an ambulance racing to you immediately. Then you could dial a family member or friend to alert them to the situation. Aspirin (but no other painkillers) can help reduce clotting. Sit down,preferably in a comfortable chair near the entrance of your home....

February 16, 2024 · 2 min · 318 words · Joe Watkins

International Fraud and Money Laundering Ring Exposed, Part 2

It really destroys their life. So, every day that. Their life is being destroyed. So there’s a lot of pressure to have a go at get it done. (MUSIC SEGUE) [00:00:35] Bob: Welcome back to The Perfect Scam. I’m your host, Bob Sullivan. When we left our story, Dollars From Hell, we left Mary Marr. She had slipped through the hands of law enforcement again and again. A red notice issued for her wasn’t working....

February 16, 2024 · 12 min · 2415 words · Christopher Michael

D-Day for U.S. Politics: The Evolution of Super Tuesday

I live in New Hampshire, the first-in-the-nation primary state. Campaign season started here more than a year ago. Ive met most of the major candidates by attending campaign events at diners and college auditoriums. We have already cast our ballots. Yet, for most Americans,primary seasonis just ramping up. A 16th state, Iowa, will also hold its caucuses for the Democratic Party nomination on Super Tuesday. Republicanscast their votesin Iowa in January....

February 15, 2024 · 2 min · 265 words · Elizabeth Butler

Leaplings: The Amazing Club that Celebrates a Birthday Every Four Years

2024 brings the rare occurrence of February 29, a date that arrives only once every four years. For most of us, its just another day. These unusual people, known as leaplings, are a distinctive group. They share unique challenges, camaraderie and valuable wisdom about life and aging. Leaplings share an intense affinity, often as if theyve known each other their whole lives. When we first meet another leapling, they are brothers and sisters....

February 15, 2024 · 2 min · 224 words · Robert Moore

Mother-of-the-Bride Fashion: What Should You Wear?

Then theres the challenge of what to wear as the mother of the bride or groom. No worries, weve got you covered! White and ivory are typically worn only by the bride. Today many formal weddings include bridesmaids and mothers-of dressed in black. The next considerations are the venue, the time of day and the time of year. If you are comfortable showing your arms, strapless dresses and off-the-shoulder styles are nice options....

February 14, 2024 · 1 min · 149 words · Elizabeth Shelton DDS

Even in Virus Season, Vaccine Hesitancy Remains High

The survey revealed a lack of trust in vaccines and the information provided by health professionals. Topping the reasons for not getting vaccinated are concerns about efficacy and safety. The RSV vaccine is recommended for adults ages 60 and older but knowledge of this vaccine is low. Fewer have gotten the new COVID booster with 51% saying they dont think they need it. A quarter said they wouldnt get the shot because they already had COVID....

February 13, 2024 · 1 min · 138 words · Michael Reynolds

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February 13, 2024 · 3 min · 554 words · Nicholas Jones

What Is Parkinson’s Disease?

Cathie Baker was 60 years old, heading west on the highway to her job in Seattle. As oldies played on the radio, her right hand, which was holding the wheel, suddenly jerked. The jolt, which ended as quickly as it came, caught her off guard. But she knew what it was. I remember thinking,I cant believe this is happening, says Baker, now 71. JUMP TO SECTION What is Parkinson’s disease?...

February 13, 2024 · 2 min · 335 words · Michelle Spencer

¿Qué es la enfermedad de Parkinson?

La sacudida de la mano, que termino tan rapidamente como habia comenzado, la tomo desprevenida. Pero ella sabia que era. Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica. Su padre, ya fallecido, habia tenido la enfermedad de Parkinson. Nunca consulto a un medico para tratar la enfermedad y fue doloroso verlo deteriorarse. Pero nunca pense que yo tendria la enfermedad. Nunca se me ocurrio esa idea… hasta que me comenzo a temblar la mano mientras conducia....

February 13, 2024 · 2 min · 316 words · Douglas Grimes

‘Chase’ Chapters 13-16

The DIA is the militarys version of the CIA. a young redheaded Air Force MP said when I flashed my shield. He was carrying an M4. One of the generals racked himself up a whole lot of parking tickets again? Thats classified, I said, cracking a smile. Ill bet, he said, letting us through. Long time, no see, said the tall, balding, Nordic-looking Milne. You remembered, Emily said, smiling. Eleven going on twenty....

February 12, 2024 · 2 min · 300 words · Thomas Barnes

‘Chase’ Chapters 17-20

So I was riding up Interstate 270 through northern Maryland with no idea what I would find. Okay, I was intrigued. But how had he found me? Did someone in DC tip him off? I thought back over the daythe security checkpoints at the Air Force base, the stonewalling at the Pentagon. Had Payton had a change of heart? No way, I thought, remembering her expression after the phone call....

February 12, 2024 · 3 min · 452 words · Timothy Hayes

‘Chase’ Chapters 21-24

He had reason to be pissed. Toporski and Therkelson, going ahead of the rest of the team, were supposed to neutralize the cop. But that hadnt happened. The cop was gone. They might be able to catch him still. Haber had already gotten the hunting party started. He wanted this cop good and dead. Ever since he was a little boy, hed loved guns and hunting and the woods. His father was an avid deer hunter, as his father had been before him....

February 12, 2024 · 2 min · 340 words · Ian Castro