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"Let’s do it to them before they do it to us"
The Buzz notes the passing of actor Robert Prosky, who among many roles on TV and in movies,…
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Stupid scientist tricks
Scratch that study: It won’t surprise most dog owners, but a recent study says dogs know when they’re…
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Bad habits: Ice cream, cigarettes and Ritalin
Thank you very much: The Kings, an Elvis Presley cover band based in Snohomish County, is promoting an…
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Not a dry eye as we say goodbye to Ty
The Tyrone Willingham era comes to a merciful end today for the UW football team, and today we…
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Another headache for travelers: karaoke
Bring earplugs: If you thought airports couldn’t get more aggravating, you’ll want to avoid Houston’s Bush International, which…
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The Legos are with you always
I’ve got a bad feeling about this, Chewie: The Herald continues its series of gift guides today with…
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Ya Scurvy Dog!
Pirates failed to catch a luxury cruise ship in the Gulf of Aden when the captain gunned the…
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Is that Eau de Penn State you’re wearing?
A fragrance company has concocted a cologne and perfume inspired by Penn State University. The perfume has notes…
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On the first day of Christmas, my true love…
If you would like to charm your sweetie with the “12 Days of Christmas” gifts, it’s going to…
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Keep on ticking after you’re dead
The answer to our energy needs might not be found in this lifetime, but what about in the…
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See Dick. See Father raid Dick’s piggy bank.
The meltown, for kids: An investment adviser offers some helpful ways to talk to kids about the financial…
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There’s no gravy in space
Leftovers are one of the best things about Thanksgiving, so let’s start with these tidbits:
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Reeling you in at $175 a plate
Forget the lobster bib; wear a life vest: A resort restaurant at Snoqualmie Falls will offer a crab…
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Tiger on the loose; maybe he’ll buy a Hyundai
Cash-strapped General Motors is parting company with its chief endorser, golfer Tiger Woods.
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The Cheapest Gifts of All
Everyone knows it’s Slinky: The Buzz notes with sadness the passing of Betty James, who with her husband…
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Say a few Hail Marys, then watch a few
Travel guru Rick Steves takes us to Fatima, Portugal, where Mary, mother of Christ, is said to have…
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1969: Woodstock, a man on the moon, and bad football
The teams: Washington and Washington State. The records: 0-9 and 1-9. The year: 1969. That’s right, there once…
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It’s a modern Stone Age
Woolly mammoths may soon come back from extinction. Scientists have deciphered the beasts’ genetic code, a big step…
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We give thanks, except for Brussels sprouts
What did Brussels do to deserve the sprout? Thanksgiving is fast approaching and the Good Life pages are…
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Broccoli can do no wrong
Put down the burnt toast: A chemical that forms in some foods during cooking at high temperatures may…