Droids and stars on Force Awakens red carpet
Droids rolled and Stormtrooper mannequins lit the Force Awakens premiere on Hollywood Boulevard as Harrison Ford Lupita Nyong o Jon Favreau Janelle Monae and George Lucas attended. Disney blocked a half mile of Hollywood Blvd for screenings with 5000 invited guests awaiting Luke Skywalker Leia Organa and Han Solo on screen again since 1983.
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Retirement changes strain marriages and counseling needs
Dear Abby discusses the challenge of retirement altering privacy and daily life for couples. Liz from Iowa asks for guidance on negotiating time apart and shared space with a retired spouse. The columnist recommends therapy with an older, empathetic counselor and suggests couples seek help.
Founder of Facebook vows 99 percent share giveaway
The 31-year-old founder writes to his newborn daughter that he and Priscilla Chan will donate 99 percent of their Facebook shares, about 45 billion dollars, to charity during his lifetime. He cites philanthropy goals and personal plans amid other global news items.
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California city where 14 were killed in mass shooting
The city in California where a mass shooting at a holiday party left 14 dead and 21 wounded, carried out by Syed Farook and Tashfeen Malik, who were killed in a later gunfight with police. Investigators described the attack as an act of terror.
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Pitfalls in holiday health and safety tips spread
A digest covers moderate drinking calories and alcohol content, exercise on the go, holiday decorating injuries, talking to someone with illness, handling interventions for excessive drinking, planning safe transport, aging loved ones, and preserving dignity with memory loss through simple, practical guidance.
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Fiancee Tangles With Controlling Mother In Law
Dear Upset asks how to handle a manipulative MIL who resists no and pushes wedding plans and jewelry parties. Amy cautions against aggressive texting and suggests calm, direct conversation setting clear no as final, with fiance support. Dear Wondering describes dating after a long marriage and the impact of past relationships on new partners, advising open dialogue to reveal underlying dynamics. Dear Asthmatic notes requesting smoke-free visits and MIL supportive response.
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Moms And The Guilt Of Modern Parenting
Melissa Linebrink writes about imperfect moms who juggle bedtime chores and a weight battle while resisting guilt from mothers and friends. She notes husbands email replies, shared coping, and the lure of chocolate and wine to cope with busy lives.
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