King pivots to boxing promotion with Hollywood flair
Michael King, television veteran of Wheel of Fortune and The Oprah Winfrey Show, shifts into professional boxing. After years of attempting to nurture amateur fighters, he aims to spark renewed interest with a high profile show. His first event unfolds Wednesday night in a Santa Monica airplane hangar.
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Boxing promoter King aims to revive sport’s golden era
An interview with promoter King outlines his fight plan to restore boxing to its glory days. He chats about patience, wealth, and learning from failures, saying promotion is about ideas and public inspiration, not breaking even. Cuomo reports reveal $188,333 book advance and total 2013 income near $360,000 with future installments undisclosed.
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Dear Abby Advice Columns Highlight Alcoholism And Honesty
Dear Abby advises a wife that her husband’s drinking indicates alcoholism and urges seeking Al-Anon support while recognizing she cannot change him. The column also answers a teen’s dilemma about repairing a scratched iPad and offers guidance on quietly paying respects to funeral processions without discomfort.
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Lack of tears prompts grief questions in long marriage widow
Dear Cold notes that lack of tears after a 43 year marriage may reflect low mood and not a failure to grieve. Amy counsels focusing on moving forward and seeking insight with professional help rather than fearing abnormal emotions. The second letter addresses snooping over a flirtation with a friend’s wife and urges counseling to repair trust.
Sugar and health risks tied to added sugars in US diets
Health experts link added sugars to higher cardiovascular mortality and insulin resistance. Studies show weight loss with reduced desserts and sugar beverages, while industry voices claim no definitive harm. Public health groups urge limiting added sugars and labeling for added sugar on Nutrition Facts.
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Gluten free cosmetics rise with gluten free demand
Health conscious shoppers push gluten free beauty products from Murad to derma e and 365 by Whole Foods as gluten in shampoos toothpastes and lip balms prompts reformulations. Experts note skin absorption remains unclear yet consumer demand drives brands to certify and reformulate.
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