A shot across the bow-wow
The 2012 movie "Duke" is about a critically ill dog that's left on the doorstep of an animal clinic by a homeless vet. After the staff saves Duke's life, they mount a campaign to reunite the dog and his former owner. It's a very happy ending for the dog, his best friend and moviegoers.
But lately dog owners are...
The power of friendships
The most memorable version of the song "That's What Friends Are For" was sung by Dionne Warwick, Elton John, Gladys Knight and Stevie Wonder as a charity single for AIDS research and prevention. That rendition became the No. 1 single of 1986.
For millions (probably billons) of folks, singing - and thinking - about...
Does swearing make you stronger? Chronic pain and dementia
Q: I read about a study that said swearing makes you physically stronger. I can see yelling before a karate chop, but swearing? What's the deal? - Anthony A., Rego Park, New York
A: Yes, we had a good laugh from that one. The study was done by doctors in Athletic Training, Health and...