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Horoscopes for 09/28/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a project you thought would be done quickly is taking more time than expected to be completed. Don't fret over it too much, as things will work out in the end. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 There are just a few obstacles that you need to get past before it is smooth sailing...

The origins of Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is a celebration that transcends geographical boundaries. Much like people in various pockets of the globe celebrate St. Patrick's Day and Cinco de Mayo even if they have little or no connection to Ireland or Mexico, respectively, Bavarian heritage is not a prerequisite for...

Tips for organizing a workplace gift exchange

The average person will spend around eight hours at work each day, and do so roughly five days a week. Over time, relationships with coworkers may grow, and many people become friendly with their colleagues. In such settings, it can be customary to celebrate holidays with coworkers at company-...

Great gifts for the family foodie

Food features prominently throughout the holiday season. Family meals around the holiday dinner table are a cherished tradition in millions of households, and food also plays a central role during seasonal gatherings with friends and colleagues. Food also can feature prominently throughout Chanukah...

Horoscopes for 09/21/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-indulgence, Aries. But you do not want to go overboard with your treats and other must-haves. Moderation is key in everything. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You have a no-nonsense bearing that immediately has people drawing close to you and...

How to master shopping early for the holidays

"The early bird gets the worm" is a well-known English proverb that historians trace all the way back to the 1600s. Though the words might first have been popularized hundreds of years ago, they remain as true today as they were then, particularly in regard to holiday shopping. Savvy shoppers have...

Holiday gifts for the family artist

The feeling of giving a gift and watching the recipient smile broadly after peeling away the wrapping is part of what the makes holiday season such a special time of year. Matching presents to people is not always easy, but when shoppers pull it off, the smile on a loved one's face is quite the...

Easy ways to support small businesses

It's easy to overlook how integral small businesses are to local, national and even global economies. The Small Business Administration and the U.S Census Bureau indicate small businesses account for 99.7 percent of all American businesses, employing 56.8 million people. Similarly, according to...

Horoscopes for 09/14/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Your compassion takes you many places, Aries. This week you may be compelled to reach out and do more volunteer work for a nonprofit that you hold dear. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, your friends need you to be steady this week, and that's just what you will give them. You...

Foods that can keep cholesterol in check

Diet plays an important role in maintaining healthy cholesterol numbers. Although the level of cholesterol in a person's blood is partly due to factors related to heredity, the foods one eats also affect cholesterol levels. When doctors discuss cholesterol with their patients, they may refer to...