The U.S. Department of Education is delaying new rules that would have protected student loan borrowers from predatory and deceptive practices by higher education institutions. The decision is deeply troubling, said Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson. “As Washington’s chief law enforcement officer, I have worked tirelessly to protect student... Read more →
As you experience this special day to recognize fathers, I hope that you are receiving much joy and happiness. Father’s Day gives us the opportunity to make memories or share memories with those we love. Father’s are very important figures in our lives, as I said in my post about... Read more →
Father’s Day is a day to recognize the contribution American fathers make to their families and communities. Spending Americans are expected to spend a record amount on gifts for Father’s Day this year with the biggest share going to special outings such as a ballgame, concert, or dinner, according to... Read more →
Today is Flag Day, which commemorates the adoption of the American flag. As a person who loves red, white, and blue and stars and stripes, I’ve been known to have Flag Day parties. I wish that on Flag Day the country could focus on democracy, liberty, and freedom. We have... Read more →
Three or more years ago, I lost a hand pruner. I hoped for a long time that it would turn up. It’s a useful tool, especially in my yard where I have 40 rhododendrons and about a dozen azaleas to prune every year. I never found it. So this spring,... Read more →
It’s that time again: blogs by boomers for boomers. But you know what? asks Carol Cassara of Heart•Mind•Soul. Other age groups will enjoy the diversity of topics covered and maybe even the elder wisdom they contain. This week’s topics include photos from a trip to Israel, the top cars for... Read more →
Happy Sprout is voluntarily recalling all packages of soybean sprouts because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections to individuals with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe... Read more →
Photo: EurovisionNim More Americans over the age of 65 are on the road than ever before, with more than 40 million carrying a driver’s license. To help older drivers, Consumer Reports has compiled a list of the Top 25 New Cars for Senior Drivers. “Senior drivers need a car that’s... Read more →
Chlorpyrifos, a widely-used pesticide on food crops –including those consumed by infants, young children, and pregnant women – negatively impacts development and functioning of the central nervous system and brain, according to seven attorneys general who are challenging its continued use. “The EPA’s first job is ensuring the health and... Read more →
In 1967, I was living in Sydney, Australia. My husband at the time and I had decided to go to Sydney after we graduated from college in 1965. We wanted to have an adventure, but were also interested in the possibility of living there permanently. After two years, it became... Read more →