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Vaccine evidence must come before politics

The White House’s decision to reduce the number of recommended childhood vaccines has reignited an important debate over who should make these decisions, what evidence should guide them and whether Washington, regardless of who occupies the Oval Office, should dictate medical choices best made by parents in consultation with physicians. One of the strongest objections came not from a partisan opponent of President Donald Trump but from a Republican physician in Congress. U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy, chairman of the Senate health committee, argued that vaccines remain safe and that the ...

Beware of ‘tax the rich’

Taylor Swift is enemy No.1 to cash-grabbing Demo­crats in Rhode Island. They've named their new statewide vacation home property tax after her. But from the East Coast to the West Coast, "tax the rich" is the battle cry of radical-left Democrats. They claim that by attacking the rich, including celebs like Swift, they're saving democracy. Don't be fooled. Their new forms of taxation —including wealth taxes, mansion taxes and pied-a-terre taxes — are fueled by jealousy and hatred for our free-market system, working people and everything American. You're their next target. You ...

Picture can say a thousand words, save on footprint

Before you hit record, consider whether a photo might tell the story just as well. Video-heavy social platforms require enormous amounts of data storage and streaming power, which translates into a significant carbon footprint. Short videos can be fun and engaging, but a single photo post uses far less data and energy to upload, store and view. When a picture can communicate the same message, choosing a photo over a video is a simple way to reduce your digital impact. n n n If you enjoy sparkling water, an at-home carbonator is one of the most sustainable options available. By ...

Horoscope: Aug. 16, 2026

Sunday, Aug. 16 You’ll hold out for the truly inspiring projects, people and purposes. Aries (March 21-April 19) When you try new things, you’re also trying a new you. Today, you’ll show up bold. Taurus (April 20-May 20) You’re working things out like a pro negotiator, seeking resolution, not conquest. You know when to hold your ground and when to let a small point go. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Events of the day have you low-key taking charge. You lead through observation. Cancer (June 22-July 22) You’re still uncertain about what lies ahead, but even the most ...

Columnist: Just what’s in … a German (sur)name?

Roots & Branches James Beidler Last week’s installment of “Roots & Branches” talked about some guides produced by the well-known professional German genealogy researcher Andrea Bentschneider, the principal of the German Genealogy Collective service. This week I wanted to highlight another of these primers — which she together calls the “German Genealogy Essentials Research Guides” — that I found especially detailed and helpful. This one is titled “German Surnames Explained: An Essential Introduction for Genealogists,” and it’s way more than just an ...

Murano glass can be recognized by its striking colors, techniques

Antiques & Collecting By Terry and Kim Kovel Murano glass is one of the best demonstrations of how the old lives on in the new. The island of Murano, just off Venice, Italy, became a center for glassmaking in 1291 and has been ever since. Beautiful glassware has been there for export in various colors and patterns, starting with beads, mirrors, and candleholders; and now, anything from glass tableware to complex works of art. The glassworks and their history, not to mention the island’s location and climate, make it popular with tourists, so Murano glassmakers also make plenty of ...