“It’s not because we’re so powerful; it’s because information is so powerful.” —Canadian Record publisher Laurie Brown to Judy Woodruff on “PBS News-Hour,” Aug. 2, 2023 If you live in a small town—as most of you do who are reading this— you’ve no doubt seen how swiftly hearsay can steal a march on truth.

What’s the difference between a violinist and a fiddler? Not the instrument. By any other name, a violin is a fiddle is a violin.

This saga is an update from 2021, so if you missed this the first time around, please read on, and if you remember it, please read on also as I’ve added the photo of the young lady in this and tweaked a few words in this “sock incident”. At the end of a long trip through China, with many meetings and dinners andhavingonlyChinesefood for several weeks, I was looking forward to arriving in Beijing tocatchmyflighthometo the USA. While I like Chinese food, I was hungry for a good burger. NexttotheGreatWall Sheraton Hotel in Beijing in theChaoyangDistrictwasthe Hard Rock Café, and I knew they had good burgers. After checking in at the Sheraton that evening, I walked to the Hard Rock and had a good dinner. (I saw an on-line article a few years ago that the Hard Rock Café Beijing was closing due to “sluggish business”. That is a shame, it was a good place. Wish I had bought a T-shirt from there. I have photos of it but no souvenirs.) It had been a good productive trip, and I was tired but feeling well-fed, happy with the work results, and looking forward to going home.

Tax-relief plan headed to governor Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported. If signed as expected by Gov.

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION — Pet owners may think it is adorable when their dog chases its tail or their cat suckles for comfort.But when these activities are persistent to the point that it disrupts their daily routines, it may be a sign that your pet has a more serious issue. In humans, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCDs) are developed when people experience obsessive thoughts, leading to repetitive,and often unhealthy,behaviors known as compulsions.

How long will you live? Of course, your longevity is somewhat unpredictable. But it may be a good idea to plan for a long life — and the financial issues that go along with it.

In a trusted online Farm Bureau publication, “Twenty Things on the Farm That Just Make Sense” piqued my curiosity. So, I started reading to see what sort of things qualified.

Mutual funds offer investors a chance to own shares in dozens of companies, as well as bonds, government securities and other investments. But you might be able to broaden your portfolio further by owning another type of fund — an exchange- traded fund (ETF).

Stressed? I don’t know about you,but if I’m not stressed, check me for a pulse. Stress is the stuff of life.

With warmer outdoor temperatures, many homeowners suffer through longer allergy seasons. In fact, allergy days have increased by 20 days, according to a study conducted by the National Academy of Sciences.