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Maintaining electronics properly

Dear Readers: Our homes are filled with all kinds of high-tech gadgets -- from smartphones to computers that need special care -- and they need to be maintained and cleaned properly. Always read the manuals that come with the devices before you use them. They will explain how to properly use ...

Horoscopes by Holiday for Aug. 18

Two lunar trines triggering Taurus energy suggest luck for financial transactions, especially involving luxury and high-quality goods. People will appreciate the finer things and that which is made exceptionally well. Additionally, two lunar conjunctions, one to Mercury and the other to Mars, ...

Sons are repeating father’s abusive patterns

Dear Annie: I will try to tell you a short version. I was married twice and had kids with both men. You could say my "picker" for men was or is broken. Anyway, I ended up leaving both men. Both were mentally abusive; one was also physically abusive. I took the kids with me. Well, it didn't ...

Wireless devices to avoid when living with a pacemaker

DEAR DR. ROACH: Do people with pacemakers need to be concerned about wireless devices? -- B.L. ANSWER: In most cases, there is very little risk to a pacemaker from wireless devices. However, there are some exceptions, so it is prudent to stay away from some types of devices as much as ...

Toilet rolls help keep cords in place

Dear Heloise: Years ago, you wrote about corralling computer cords by using an empty cardboard toilet paper roll. I loved it! I wrap the cord around my hand and secure it with a rubber band, then slip it onto the cardboard toilet roll. It's been a great idea for computers, extension plugs and ...