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Sharing knowledge can bring nations together
If desperate times really do call for desperate measures, then we should all be keeping an eye on what’s being called a food crisis in…
TikTok has to go, but it’s just the most egregious spying app
Beyond the well-advised step of attempting to curtail one avenue of China’s spying attempts, the banning of TikTok on federal workers’ devices also brings to…
A case of survival of the fittest
Yesterday, I finally broke down and bought an inflatable personal floatation device. It was a purchase I had been considering for a long time. Mostly…
A reasoned and seasoned take on fries
Lots of stories and scandals about French fries, but in France they just call them fries. Were they actually invented in France? It is true…
Politicians not only entertain bad ideas, they often act on them
One would be tempted to feel pity for some politicians compelled to listen to inane suggestions – from the public and bureaucrats alike – but…
Ukraine war and international law
Just before the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine (February 24), France’s President Emmanuel Macron declared that he wanted to see Russia “defeated,…
That sounds fishy to me
Last week I was reading about a University of Illinois study about muskie – and, to be honest, it sounded fishy to me. The short…
Rural grocery stores have cultural appeal
Governments are experimenting with assorted ways to help keep the people who elected them fed. In many cases, that means financial assistance for food. This…
This cheesy bean bake is family-friendly
On busy weeknights, there’s nothing like a one-pan meal the whole family will love! You can even get the kids involved to help make this…
Relief for dry eyes
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Since the start of winter, my eyes feel dry and scratchy. I can no longer wear contacts because my eyes burn and…
