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Sudoku for May 20, 2013

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Here is the daily Sudoku puzzle for May 20: sud_3col130520.pdf

Crossword for May 20

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Here is the daily Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle for May 20: 20130520pzdxl-a.pdf

Comics for May 20

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Click on the link to download today's comics: AnnArbor.0520.pdf

Bridge column, May 20: Responder's actions with five in a major

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Last week we looked at the basic elements of Stayman, which looks for a 4-4 major-suit fit. But suppose responder has a five-card major. How does he hunt for a 5-3 fit?

The best answer is to use transfers into the major suits. (Transfers into the minors are ...

Horoscope for May 20, 2013

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You will have ample opportunities to make improvements in the year ahead. Things will take a while to gel, but don't lose heart -- rewards will come your way eventually.

G.E.D. hopefuls should get diploma before costs go up

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DEAR ABBY:

I have worked in the field of education for more than 40 years, with the last 25 years serving in adult education, helping students complete their high school equivalency diploma.

Big changes are impending worldwide in this very important educational service. Starting in 2014, the cost ...

PMR symptoms respond well to prednisone regimen

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DEAR DOCTOR K:

I have polymyalgia rheumatica. My doctor has prescribed prednisone, but I'm worried about the long-term effects of this treatment. How long will I need to take it?

Woman wants to ward off unwanted questions from co-workers

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Adapted from a recent online discussion.

Dear Carolyn:

I'm returning to work after a two-month absence. What was supposed to be maternity leave turned into a nightmare -- my son was stillborn and I suffered a number of serious complications from a very difficult delivery. ...

Widow is stung by beau's exclusion from weddings

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DEAR ABBY:

I took care of my husband for 10 years before his death from early-onset Alzheimer's. I am in a relationship now, and I'm finding that a widow's status is far different than that of a wife.

Not long ago, I was invited to a friend's daughter's ...

Horoscope for May 19, 2013

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The possibility of a nice financial surplus for you and those you love during the year ahead looks unusually good. Your gains will not come from investments alone.

Troubled niece and nephew causing problems within family

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Carolyn:

I'm having trouble dealing with my violent niece and nephew, 5 and 7. I have two children of my own a little older. We are a tight family that (mostly, despite this big issue) enjoys hanging out together quite often. It's common for the 5-year-old to ...

Mom dreads rivalry between daughter and her new sibling

Posted: May 18, 2013

DEAR ABBY:

I am the mother of a 5-year-old daughter I'll call Mandy. Her father and I separated when she was 16 months old and now we are divorced. I am newly engaged to a wonderful man and very happy.

I have just learned that my ex is ...

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