What does science say about happiness? Is there any research on what creates happiness? Thanks to recent studies, we now know how to define and create happiness in our lives. In a recent webinar sponsored…

Cluster headaches aren’t that common, but they are extremely painful. And they often occur during the fall season. A cluster headache is a rare headache disorder that differs from a typical migraine or headache. Less…

Carolyn Hax is away. The following first appeared Aug. 2 and Sept. 20, 2009. Dear Carolyn: A neighbor’s child, 12, spends tremendous amounts of time at my house with my child, including for snacks and…

Today is Wednesday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2023. There are 74 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Oct. 18, 1867, the United States took formal possession of Alaska from…

Crisp autumn air will make anyone want to be outside and enjoying the seasons changing. Spring and fall are the most opportune times of the year to work on making your yard and community more…

Traditionally, when cowherd supplementation is discussed, we focus on meeting the protein needs of the cow, with the goal of maximizing forage intake by supplementing protein, the most limiting nutrient in dormant native forages.  However,…

We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below. Dear Carolyn: My 30-something daughter was already professionally successful and attractive when she started getting…

Adapted from an online discussion. Dear Carolyn: My husband and I own a vacation cabin, which we have always encouraged my son and his wife to use on their own. This year, they were planning…

Adapted from an online discussion. Hi, Carolyn: My spouse and I know several couples who are divorcing. In one case, we are “better” friends with one person in the couple, but still friends with both.…

Hand, foot and mouth disease, most commonly caused by a coxsackievirus, is a highly contagious childhood illness. The virus can be spread through respiratory droplets, person-to-person contact and touching a contaminated object. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse,…