The Sweet Source of Chocolate History and Health
Chocolate comes from cocoa trees grown in hot regions near the equator. It traces from ancient Central America to Europe and North America, evolving from a bitter bean drink to a valued food with minerals and a mood lift.
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Body found hanging in rural area near Olympia
A man's body was found hanging from a tree in a rural area near Olympia Washington. Police said it may have lain there for about a year and that no foul play is suspected. The discovery was reported by a man who first saw the body a year ago but kept quiet due to outstanding warrants and fear of arrest.
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Becker's Bridge Bid Choices After 1C N-S Auction
With South as dealer facing 1C by North and 1C by South, four hands are analyzed. 1) AQ987 64 J72 KJ3 suggests three diamonds as a constructive nonforcing bid seeking game if partner holds maximum values. 2) AJ83 K73 QS K974 argues for three notrump, showing stoppers in every suit and 13 points, avoiding a weaker two notrump bid. 3) Q8643 J62 7 AK98 recommends a constructive raise to three diamonds or three spades depending on fit, aiming for potential game with partner support. 4) AKJ7 852 983 AQS indicates balance and strength, guiding toward game prospects and potential notrump in some sequences.
Bidding Quiz and the Diamond Queen in Partner’s Suit
The piece discusses bridge bidding choices including pass and a three clubs bid. It analyzes probabilities of partner’s hand, the risk to part score, and the advantage or danger of pushing to higher contracts with a singleton diamond liability. It notes how three clubs can be used to probe for the best contract and the forcing nature of a responder’s new suit bid.
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Judge blocks discount pharmacy card program for Medicare recipients
A federal judge ruled the Bush administration lacked statutory authority to push discount prescription cards for Medicare beneficiaries. The decision, described as a death blow to the plan in its current form, prompts lawmakers to reconsider options while the administration vows to pursue legislative steps.
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