Tightwad on donations for dying relatives questions etiquette
Dear Abby weighs in on solicitations for crowdfunded aids and office collections. She says donors are not obliged to give and notes personal choice over sympathy gestures. A second letter cites a daughter's June wedding and an ex-husband demanding his new wife's parents be invited, suggesting seating could temper tensions without the couple facing a large bill.
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Eeen
Canada
Abby
Siberia
Aries and Taurus in Transit Week Happiness Several Influences
Horoscope for Tuesday May 24 2016 notes Aries and Taurus will see heightened mood and focus on partnerships. Scopes urge self expression and caution on spending, with possible volatile feelings if expectations aren’t met. Each sign receives guidance on communication, balance, and choosing thoughtful actions tonight.
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ARIES
Taurus
Gemini
Ekkee
Leo
LIBRA
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Stress tests not advised for routine screening
Dr Roach notes stress tests should not be used as general screening for asymptomatic patients. False positives can trigger anxiety and unnecessary follow ups, while false negatives give a false sense of security. Many physicians order them in good faith, but data show screening stress tests often cause more harm than benefit.
Sudoku puzzle teaser from online site explainer
A fragmented note promotes sudoku puzzles at Sudoku-Puzzies.net with instructions to fill a 9x9 grid so each row column and 3x3 box uses digits 1 through 9. It directs readers to the site to enter the puzzle number for hints and the solution.
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Keith Roach
Roach
P.O. Box
Orlando
Cryptic puzzle line asks company making many products for illusionists
Yesterday's Cryptoquip and clue describe a substitution cipher puzzle from King Features Syndicate. The prompt notes a company named Disappearing Inc. and explains letters map to others. The clue MN equals I guides solving.
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ZRNK
Disappearing Inc
King Features Syndicate Inc
Three Notrump Versus Five Diamonds Challenge in Bridge
In a no trump contest North opens with 3NT facing a diamond fit. The hand commentary notes the strategic choice to avoid a three no trump bid, the possibility of partner backing into it or showing a side suit, leading to a five diamond contract. South finds an elegant heart duck to defeat the contract, allowing clubs to be cashed and ruffed while safeguarding the losing spade. Insights conclude with Souths clever play and an invitation for reader responses.
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Reese
Sean
South
Rue
Credd
Conde Sae
Grandson recounts Halley's Comet tale from grandfather
A fragmentary reminiscence centers on a grandfather's long tale about Halley's Comet and its impact on family lore. The brief item hints at heritage linking a celestial event to personal memory.
Crossword terms and clues from 21 to 50 across
A compact crossword style clue list with terms 21 through 50 across including various hints such as Ordine suffix 22 Mode, Bamboo 50 Willy Wonka's creator, and multiple clue fragments like like most 25 Prefix mous ingredient and other crosswise prompts. It also notes solution time and some stray dialogue quotes embedded within.
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USMC
Peter It
Pantheon Workers
Legend
Norway
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