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ShagadelicDon't touch that rug. From the home decorating file comes this: The shag rug of the '70s is back. According to a story in the Los Angeles Times, the days of the avocado-green, synthetic fiber shag are gone. In their place, plush wool shags in neutral or bold colors.
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TODAY Blood pressure checks: Blood pressure checks will be given from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays at Eagle Valley Personal Care Home, 420 Railroad St., Milesburg. No appointment necessary. Call 355-3417.Tai chi: An intermediate tai chi class will be taught at 9:45 a.m. at Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., State College. Call 231-3076 for information, fees, and registration.
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Fox, friends are on the hunt for Paula Zahn
By David BauderThe Associated PressNEW YORK -- Shortly before CNN unveiled the new studio it had built in Manhattan for Paula Zahn's "American Morning" last month, a telephone rang at the desk of a reporter.A publicist for Fox News Channel was calling. For anyone writing about Zahn's show, she wanted to point out how much better Fox's morning show, "Fox & Friends," was doing in the ratings.
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10/14/2002 03:01 AM EDT)
New technology, guidelines take aim at osteoporosis
Tanned, trim and smiling, Marty Baze looked the picture of health as she awaited her first bone density scan for osteoporosis at the Aston Ambulatory Care Center in Dallas. When it comes to osteoporosis, the retired university teacher, who is "just over 60," knows that looking good on the outside doesn't count.
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10/14/2002 03:01 AM EDT)
Plan for happy, safe trick or treating during Halloween
It's not too early to start planning for a safe Trick or Treat Night for your children. The following suggestions are some of the things to consider:Before HalloweenPlan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
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10/14/2002 03:01 AM EDT)
Baby Britney? Spears' sister hopes to make mark
By John RogersThe Associated PressLOS ANGELES -- Jamie Lynn Spears is looking for the show business equivalent of lightning striking twice, if not exactly in the same place."I'll probably do a lot of acting first, then go to singing," says the precocious kid sister of pop star Britney Spears.
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Wire DataStream,
10/14/2002 03:01 AM EDT)
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Alzheimer vaccine may be modified
A new study suggests it may be possible to modify an experimental vaccine for Alzheimer's disease, making it safe for humans. The vaccine was withdrawn earlier this year because of side effects in test subjects.
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Get a jump on the ski season
A prime coat of white is already on the slopes, and by the time most ski resorts open late next month, a finish coat of powder should be ready to take on early-season skiers.
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How to build a desk
Do you do the bills at the kitchen table and commandeer the kitchen counter for everything from sorting mail to reconciling the checkbook? It may be time to use your woodworking skills.
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Popular Mechanics Buyers Guides
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For the shop or the yard, big jobs or small, you'll find need-to-know info on hundreds of power tools in Popular Mechanics' extensive buyers guides.
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Never too early
The full force of flu season's sniffling and sneezing is still months away, if past years are any indicator. Even so, it's not too soon to brace your body to influenza's onslaught.
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Attention, shutterbugs
Become famous! Impress your family and friends! This is your big chance.
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Australia's eclectic retreat
On a hot summer day 34 years ago, Australia's 22nd prime minister plunged into surf off the Mornington Peninsula. He was never seen again.
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