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Review: A book that reminds us of the many reasons to smile

Review: A book that reminds us of the many reasons to smile

“Little Pieces of Hope: Happy-Making Things in a Difficult World,” by Todd Doughty (Penguin Life) Todd Doughty’s “Little Pieces of Hope: Happy-Making Things in a Difficult World” is a joyful compilation of lists meant to remind readers of all the lit
More questions for J&J vaccine boosters ahead of FDA review

More questions for J&J vaccine boosters ahead of FDA review

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration is wrestling with whether and when to offer another dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, while a new study out Wednesday raises the prospect that using a different brand as
Study: 'Sociability' hormone didn't help kids with autism

Study: 'Sociability' hormone didn't help kids with autism

Children with autism didn't benefit from an experimental therapy made with a hormone thought to promote social bonding, researchers reported Wednesday in the largest study of its kind. “This is really a major setback," said Dr.
Review: ‘Halloween Kills’ is a gruesome mess

Review: ‘Halloween Kills’ is a gruesome mess

The poor folks of Haddonfield, Illinois, are having the worst and longest Halloween ever. It seems one movie wasn’t enough to contain Michael Myers’ 40th anniversary rampage.
Review: An idiosyncratic tribute for an idiosyncratic band

Review: An idiosyncratic tribute for an idiosyncratic band

As a young man starting college, director Todd Haynes fell immediately for the Velvet Underground — the band which, musician Brian Eno famously said, didn’t sell many records, but everyone who bought one went and started a band.
Review: Medieval and #MeToo clash in 'The Last Duel'

Review: Medieval and #MeToo clash in 'The Last Duel'

On its mud-and-blood surface, “The Last Duel” seems like a familiar slog. The film, directed by Ridley Scott, begins with all the expected medieval trappings: gory battlefields, imposing stone castles, the clop of horses.
Apple CEO, NBA's Dwyane Wade help LGBTQ group build homes

Apple CEO, NBA's Dwyane Wade help LGBTQ group build homes

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Apple CEO Tim Cook and retired NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade joined Utah leaders Wednesday to announce the completion of a local advocacy group's campaign to build new homes that provide services for LGBTQ youth in the U.S. West.
Canada Post reveals Christopher Plummer stamp featuring his iconic roles

Canada Post reveals Christopher Plummer stamp featuring his iconic roles

TORONTO — Christopher Plummer used to say he felt at home at Ontario's Stratford Festival, so it's fitting that one of his legendary stage roles there is featured on a new Canada Post stamp in his honour.
FDA spells out lower sodium goals for food industry

FDA spells out lower sodium goals for food industry

NEW YORK (AP) — Food companies are coming under renewed pressure to use less salt after U.S.
Social Security checks getting big boost as inflation rises

Social Security checks getting big boost as inflation rises

WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of retirees on Social Security will get a 5.9% boost in benefits for 2022 .
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