Weight myths fuel Erma Bombeck column spoof
A satirical Erma Bombeck column criticizes dieting charts that show women must cut far more calories than men to lose weight and notes inconsistent calorie burns for common activities. The piece jokes about hormones and questions why women seem to lose weight more slowly, ending with an editorial note.
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Horoscope Birthday Year Outlook by Zodiac Sign
Aries to Pisces forecasts mix career changes travel health love and finances with cautions on contracts, errors, and emotions. Highlights include a potential relocation, later November financial security, and influential people backing career momentum. Aquarians widely praised for generosity and trust in relationships.
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Dear Abby readers share mixed lessons on gifts and choices
Readers respond to Abby about thank you notes for used luggage and exchange policies for flawed gifts. Letters honor generosity over value, recount a 90 year old aunt Nellie Bennett's wallet act, and praise Abby for printing a controversial abortion definition while urging respect for differing views.
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