Lifestyle Columns
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How to check an insurer's complaint recordNov 17, 2010 10:00 pm - Savvy homeowners looking for a new insurance policy always check the insurer's complaint record before signing a contract. Q. We have been shopping for a new homeown...
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Autumn sconesNov 15, 2010 10:00 pm - Scones are so impressive for entertaining overnight guests and so easy, too! All you have to do is get up about 20 minutes before your guests do and whip them up. This ...
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Big loser becomes big winnerNov 15, 2010 10:00 pm - Mimi Brei wasn't a contestant on NBC's popular weight-loss reality show, but she's a big loser. On Dec. 23 Mimi will celebrate seven years since she had gastric bypass s...
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Thanksgiving feast gobbling up more dollarsNov 15, 2010 10:00 pm - If you've started your Thanksgiving shopping already (and if you haven't, shame on you), you've probably realized that the provisions are costing more than they did in 2...
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A holiday shopping list of wines perfect for entertainingNov 15, 2010 10:00 pm - As you head out the door for holiday shopping, whether to buy gifts or for provisions for merry entertaining, bring this list along to prepare for your season full of wi...
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Chronic fatigue syndrome may be linked to bowelNov 13, 2010 10:00 pm - Chronic fatigue syndrome can be a devastating medical condition. Theories abound as to the cause, including chronic viral and bacterial infections, weakened immune syst...
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Cause of foot numbness eludes doctorsNov 13, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. About three years ago, in a slip and fall, I suffered a separation of the quadriceps from the left kneecap. The surgery went well, and I have complete recovery an...
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Landlords are not required to provide laundry roomsNov 12, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. I live at a small apartment building with 24 units. In addition to a swimming pool and spa, we have a central laundry room with two washing machines and two dryer...
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Air leaks in house draw odors from basementNov 12, 2010 10:00 pm - Q. We recently purchased a new home, which is about 7 years old. An odor from the basement seems to be drawn upstairs to the main floor, so I am putting towels at th...
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Excessive fees just one example of bad home loan lawsNov 12, 2010 10:00 pm - “(Economist) Joseph Stiglitz argues that markets in which information is less than perfect can work better with government intervention. You continually emphasize the in...