VA aims to enroll more veterans in school through outreach
The VA seeks to boost higher education among economically and socially disadvantaged veterans. Data show lower college participation among high school graduates, especially Black veterans, prompting a joint information outreach by VA, OEO, National League of Cities, and the Conference of Mayors to raise awareness and encourage completion or continuation of education.
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It's About Time What's in a second
The world agreed to a 61 second minute to synchronize time across nations. The extra second was added globally at scattered times from Hawaii to London to align Earth time with universal cesium-based time. The change promises no practical effect on daily routines but shows global cooperation to remain in sync with the universe.
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Dear Dr Lamb Fertility After Menopause and Medical Tests
A reader asks if stopping contraception is safe after menopause and whether pregnancy is possible, noting two years without menses. Dr Lamb says pregnancy is unlikely after menopause but urges regular exams for cancer, breast health, and ovarian hormone status.
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Reform Democrats Threaten Democratic Party, Urges Republican Vote
Letter to the editor by Harold Elliott urges voting Republican to save the Democratic Party from a perceived Reform Democratic Party cancer. He argues the reform faction endangers the nation and calls for immediate action to defeat Nixon and the reform movement.
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Nixon Hopeful for End to Vietnam War Talks
President Nixon seeks a stand-still cease-fire from Paris truce talks as pressure from Moscow and Beijing increases on Hanoi to stop fighting. China cites Korea’s 20 year old cease-fire as a model for Vietnam, while Nixon predicts a similar path to peace. George Wallace signals Democrat reentry for 1976 and aid to defeat Nixon, and AFL CIO leader George Meany plans to back Democratic House and Senate candidates, withholding support for McGovern. Martha Mitchell’s calls continue despite public damage to her husband’s campaign, and John Chaffee faces scrutiny over GOP fundraising and expenses as he runs for Rhode Island Senate.
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Poisonous Plants in Your Garden Warn of Dangers
The article warns that hundreds of plants including cherry leaves peach leaves rhubarb bulbs and mistletoe pose poisoning risks. It advises supervising children avoiding unknown plants and consulting a physician if poisoning is suspected with steps to treat and prevent exposure.
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