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ARMADILLOS (continued) • Along with their need for warm weather, armadillos also need water. They tend to be found in woody areas, grasslands, wetlands and areas with thorny brush. • Armadillos can wreak havoc on lawns and fields. They are considered pests by homeowners and farmers. The biggest threats to armadillos are humans in cars and their pets; mainly dogs who easily catch and kill young and old armadillos. Most of the animals that humans see are the dead carcasses on roadways. Their inability to get out of the way of automobiles has earned them the nickname “Hillbilly Speed Bumps!” • A notable reaction when nine-banded armadillos are frightened is that they will actually jump up with their arms up (as in a “hands in the air, you’re under arrest”pose). When autos hit these critters in the road, it is not usually the tires that hit them but the front bumpers and grills when they jump up! • Another nickname given to armadillos during the Great Depression of the 1920’s was “Hoover Hogs.”This was because of the promise made by President Herbert Hoover that he would put “a chicken in every pot”for Americans. Many poor people turned to armadillos in their pots due to the collapse of the US economy after World War I. • Some people in the southern states still eat armadillo. Also, in many Central and South American areas armadillo meat is part of the average diet. Connoisseurs say they taste like high-quality, finegrained pork. • Armadillos are not blind but have very poor eyesight. Their ears and noses help them find food and escape from predators. Humans can sometimes quietly watch armadillos without being noticed.
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ARMADILLOS (continued) • Because of their armor, armadillos are not very flexible. Only one of the twenty species, the threebanded armadillo has the ability to roll itself into a ball to hide from predators. This species has a head shaped like a teardrop that seals the armor when it rolls up. All of the others use speed and their digging abilities to escape from danger. • All armadillos are fast diggers, with their long claws. However, if they can’t dig under something, they will climb over. They have been observed climbing fences and trees! • Armadillos are good swimmers as well. They can hold their breath for about 6 minutes! They typically “dog paddle”and can also walk along the bottom of smaller bodies of water. When crossing larger rivers or lakes, they swim. Since their armor is heavy, they gulp air to fill their intestines and give themselves buoyancy. Pretty clever little critters! This ability is probably one way they managed to migrate north from South America. • Warm-blooded, but with low body fat and thin shells, armadillos can’t maintain their body temperatures as most mammals can. This can turn the normally nocturnal animals into diurnal when the weather is cooler. (Nocturnal -active at night; diurnal -active during the day). • With the twenty different species there are differences in size and appearance. The ones found in the U.S., appear naked under their armor. They actually do have a sparse bit of hair on their undersides. • Pink fairy armadillos are the smallest species; only about 3 inches (8cm) in length. They are mostly furry with very little shell. These interesting creatures look like moles wearing a cape and armored headdress! (continued on next page)
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• On April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic fails to divert its course from an iceberg, ruptures its hull and begins to sink. The Titanic was divided into 16 compartments that were presumed to be watertight. Because four of these compartments could be flooded without loss of buoyancy, the Titanic was considered unsinkable. • On April 20, 1923, Tito Puente, the bandleader and percussionist who helped popularize Latin dance music in America, is born in New York City. During a career that spanned six decades, “El Rey” (The King), recorded more than 100 albums and won five Grammy Awards. • On April 16, 1947, multimillionaire and financier Bernard Baruch first coins the term “Cold War” to describe relations between the United States and the Soviet Union, a war without fighting or bloodshed, but a battle nonetheless. • On April 15, 1959, Fidel Castro visits the United States. The trip got off to an inauspicious start when it became clear that President Dwight Eisenhower had no intention of meeting with Castro. Instead, Eisenhower went to the golf course to avoid any chance meeting. • On April 17, 1960, Eddie Cochran, the musician behind “Summertime Blues” and other rockabilly hits, is killed when the taxi carrying him from a show in Bristol, England, crashes en route to the airport in London, where he was to catch a flight home to the U.S. He was 21. On April 19, 1971, as a prelude to a massive antiwar protest that would include 200,000 demonstrators, Vietnam Veterans Against the War begin a five-day demonstration in Washington, D.C. The generally peaceful protest ended on April 23 with about 1,000 veterans throwing their combat ribbons, helmets and uniforms on the Capitol steps, along with toy weapons. • On April 18, 1989, thousands of Chinese students continue to take to the streets in Beijing to protest government policies. The protests grew until the Chinese government ruthlessly suppressed them in June, killing thousands, during what came to be known as the Tiananmen Square Massacre.
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• All armadillos have teeth that are like pegs and • Nine-banded armadillos have another strange ability concerning their young. They can delay birth after don’t have enamel; hence they are not very hard or fertilization for up to two years. Another peculiarity strong. Armadillos are from the order of mammals about young pups is that they will make a weak called Edentata(orXenarthra) which is a descriptive purring noise when they attempt to nurse a female adjective that means “lacking teeth.”They actually that is not their mother. may have teeth but many times there are no front teeth and very few or no back teeth. Other mammals • The nine-banded species have been heard making from the order that are also found in Central and other odd noises. They have a low, wheezy grunt South America are anteaters and sloths. when they dig and burrow or are captured; a buzzing noise when they are alarmed or are trying to escape; • An unusual happening with the nine-banded species and sometimes a pig-like squeal when frightened. Medals of Honor In 2002, the Defense Authorization Act required a review of the records of 600 Hispanic and Jewish veterans who’d been in combat as far back as World War II. The purpose was to be sure that none of them had been denied the Medal of Honor due to prejudice and discrimination, and were given a lesser award instead. Last month, 24 veterans received the award. Only three were still alive to attend the ceremony; the rest of the awards were given posthumously. It’s been 12 years since the order was given to review the documents, and more than half a century since the Medals of Honor were earned. Besides the pride of knowing they’d earned the nation’s highest military honor, what else did the men miss out on all those years? The money: Yes, retroactive lump sums can be handed out now (calculations start with the first day of the month following the date of the event), but it might have made a difference in some of their lives if they’d had the cash
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Page 7 By Chris Eichcreek 1. In 2013, Yasiel Puig set a Los Angeles Dodgers record for most hits by a rookie in a month (44). Who had held the mark? 2. Who was the last pitcher before Arizona’s Patrick Corbin in 2013 to begin a year with nine starts of six By Chris Richcreek innings pitched and two or fewer runs allowed? 3. Name the kicker who holds the record for most 50-yeard field goals in an NFL season. 4. How many Final Fours did Ben Howland guide the UCLA men’s basketball team to in 10 seasons as head coach? 5. In 2013, Los Angeles Kings goaltender Martin Jones set a record for most consecutive victories to start an NHL career. How many? 6. Richard Petty holds the record for most consecutive seasons with at least one NASCAR Cup victory (18). Who’s the runner-up for the mark? 7. In 2014, Serena Williams became the winningest woman at the Australian Open when she notched her 61st singles victory. Who had held the record? (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Samantha Mazzotta Drafty Windows a Costly Nuisance Q: Our front room windows have never been very good at keeping out drafts on windy nights, and in the summer, it’s the hottest room in the house. Do we need to replace these windows? -- Charlene T., via email A: Drafty, leaky windows have a number of causes for -- from warped or old frames to single-pane windows and more -- but completely replacing the windows and frames can be quite costly. Your electric company may offer an energy audit kit -- or can even send a professional to perform an energy audit -- at low or no cost. A basic kit can determine that hot or cool air is escaping the house, while more detailed audits can determine where that air is escaping. Another way is to simply bring in a window replacement contractor to inspect the front-room windows, determine what’s wrong and present an estimate for the cost of repair or replacement. This is the costliest option, so be certain the problem is severe enough to warrant window and/or frame re•This humorous Greek Canadian actress still acts in film and television projects while being a mom and wife. She also stays busy answering questions about her book and the joys of adoption. BILLBOARDS Outdoor billboard advertising actually began when lithography was invented in 1796. Smart business men and women wanted the public to know about their goods and services. • The earliest use of large format billboards (in excess of 50 square feet or 4.6 square meters) was when Jared Bell printed circus posters in 1835, in New York. • Leasing of billboards began in 1867, the start of an American industry. The Associated Bill Posters’Association of the U.S. and Canada formed in Chicago in 1891. After several changes, the association has been known as the Outdoor Advertising Association of America (OAAA) for years. OAAA celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2011. • By 1900, companies wanted to advertise soaps, toothpaste, breakfast cereals and more. At that time, standard billboards were created in America. Many billboards were erected with mass production and placement along streets and highways. • During World War I billboards promoted having troops and supplies ready for conflict. After the war, the large advertisements communicated peace and improving life. • The practice of giving away free advertising space for public service messages started in 1913. Companies owning billboards are still encouraged to fill “open boards”with positive messages helpful for the general health and welfare of the public. • Burma Shave, a shaving cream company, had a very successful road sign campaign that started in the (continued on page 10)
placement. Consider getting two or three estimates from different contractors to compare prices. In the long term, investing in new, higher-quality windows can save a lot in heating and air conditioning costs, and help make the front room more comfortable year-round. In the short term, you’ll want to take some inexpensive measures to prevent drafts and, in the summer, cool air from escaping. If you’ve performed an energy audit or have been able to figure out just where outside air is blowing through, you can lessen the problem. Air entering under the sash can be blocked by placing a length of foam weatherstripping along the underside, where the sash meets the frame. Thinner weatherstripping can be installed vertically along the frame to prevent drafts from entering between the window and the frame. Install double-paneled curtains on all the windows of the room. In the winter, these provide an extra buffer between drafts and you. In the summer, these solid curtains can be pulled shut when the sun is shining into the room, to help keep the room cool. These short-term measures can save some energy, but to really make that room comfortable, take a serious look at replacing the windows, particularly if they’re old or the frame or sash are visibly warped. HOME TIP: Take a tour of your home and make note of as many improvement or maintenance tasks that you can find. Then create a schedule to tackle a few of them at a time. Send your questions or home tips to ask@thisisahammer.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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HOLLYWOOD -- Warner Brothers has finally found its Peter Pan. After an exhausting search, unknown child actor Levi Miller has won the role. Last August he was seen in “The Spectacular Now,” with “Indulgence” star Shailene Woodley, Kyle Chandler and Jennifer Jason Leigh, which cost $2.5 million to shoot and earned $7 million. He also appeared in “Orca Park” and in guest shots in the series “Necessary Roughness” and “Terra Nova.” “Brothers and Sisters” producer Greg Berlanti has shifted the release date to July 17, 2015, which means NBC’s live production, which as yet has no Peter Pan, will air first on Dec. 4. Barkhad Abdi, Oscar nominated for “Captain Phillips,” confessed at award time he was broke and needed a job or he’d have to return to driving a limo in Detroit, has accepted producer/director Judd Apatow’s offer to star with Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton, SNL’s Bill Hader, Amy Schumer and wrestler John Cena in “Train Wreck.” *** Barbra Streisand’s long talked
about remake of “Gypsy” has some competition. Adam Shankman is producing and directing “Madame Rose,” based on the life of Gypsy Rose Lee and June Havoc’s mother, Mama Rose, for HBO. Shankman directed “Hairspray,” so it’s a safe bet that “Madame Rose” will be a musical. Disney’s “Frozen” grossed $1 billion at the box office even before its DVD release. Now Disney is planning a live Broadway musical production of “Frozen.” Kristen Bell, who voiced the lead in the film, already has offered to star in if Disney wants her. *** Judi Dench, Maggie Smith and Bill Nighy are reteaming for “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 2.” The original was made for $10 million and grossed $137 million in 2012. And get ready for a reboot of the 1984 hit “Ghostbusters.” “Ghostbusters 3” will have a new cast, though Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd have been asked to appear. Sadly, Harold Ramis, one of the co-writers and co-stars, who
PHOTO: Levi Miller played Egon Spengler, passed away in February. *** The Disney Channel will air “Girl Meets World,” the spin-off series from “Boy Meets World,” with Ben Savage returning as the father, while William Daniels will reprise his role as Savage’s teacher, Mr. Feeny. Drew Carey and Craig Ferguson taped their special April Fools’ Day shows in advance. Ferguson hosted “The Price is Right,” with his robot sidekick Geoff Peterson (who wears a “Price Is Right” nametag all the time) and Secretariat, while Drew Carey hosted “The Late, Late Show.” Ironically, both shows are taped in the same building at CBS Television City. Now CBS President Les Moonves wants them to switch jobs permanently ... April Fool! (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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by Samantha Weaver • It was beloved and sometimes maligned British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill who made the following sage observation: “Sometimes it is not enough that we do our best; we must do what is required.” • If you’re of a certain age, you might be surprised to learn that the Bruce Willis film “Die Hard” is older than the World Wide Web. • Those who study such things say that a new mom accumulates anywhere from 450 to 700 hours of lost sleep during the first year after her baby is born. • You may be surprised to learn that the average American man spends 10,585 hours hanging out in a bar. Or you may not. • Those who are looking for love might want to consider the following statistics: In a 2013 survey, a quarter of adults said that their spouse/partner is not the type of person they thought they’d settle down with. More than half of respondents said that their significant other is their complete opposite. • If you just can’t seem to resist shouting sometimes, you may suffer from klazomania. • Nobel and Pulitzer prize-winning author John Steinbeck did not start out his career as a great success. In fact, his first novel, “Cup of Gold,” was a complete flop, not even earning enough money to cover the advance the publishing house paid him. He was not discouraged, however; after the book’s publication Steinbeck wrote to a friend, “The book was an immature experiment. ... The next one won’t be good, nor the next one, but about the fifth, I think I will be above the average.” • Even a chameleon that is born blind can take on the colors of its environment. *** Thought for the Day: “If a window of opportunity appears, don’t pull down the shades.” -- Tom Peters (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
BILLBOARDS (continued) 1920s using sets of six wooden signs about 100 feet (30 m) apart along roadways across the country. Catchy jingles secured the company’s profits and its placement in history. They were on the roads until 1963.
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1. Divergent ......................(PG-13) Shailene Woodley, Theo James 2. Muppets Most Wanted ..... (PG) Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell 3. Mr. Peabody & Sherman . (PG) animated 4. 300: Rise of an Empire ........(R) Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green 5. God’s Not Dead ................. (PG) Shane Harper, Kevin Sorbo 6. Need for Speed .............(PG-13) Aaron Paul, Dominic Cooper 7. The Grand Budapest Hotel .(R) Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham 8. Non-Stop .......................(PG-13) Liam Neeson, Julianne Moore 9. The Lego Movie ................ (PG) animated 10. The Single Mom’s Club ...................................(PG-13) Nia Long, Wendi McLendon-Covey © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
ANSWERS 1. Steve Sax had 43 hits in August 1982. 2. Colorado’s Ubaldo Jimenez, in 2010. 3. Minnesota’s Blair Walsh hit 10 field goals of 50-plus yards in 2012. 4. Three times (2006, ‘07, ‘08). 5. Eight victories. 6. David Pearson, with 17 consecutive seasons of at least one Cup victory. 7. Margaret Court. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
1. FedEx 2. It lowered the legal voting age to 18 3. Faber College 4. Color blindness 5. Jimi Hendrix 6. Ursula 7. Six months 8. Spring and early summer 9. Winston Churchill 10. Ontario
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DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of April 14, 2014. PHOTO: Judi Dench in “Philomena” PICKS OF THE WEEK “Philomena” (PG-13) -- At age 15, Philomena Lee became pregnant and was eventually forced to give up her child for adoption. The decision was made for her by the Catholic home for “fallen women” where she lived and worked. Fifty years later, Philomena (Judi Dench) embarked on a journey to find her child with the aid of a wry BBC journalist, Martin Sixsmith (Steve Coogan). The mismatched pair -- she has the faith and wisdom of common people, he has the cynical intellect of a jaded writer -- follow a trail from her native Ireland all the way to the U.S. “Philomena” strikes finely tuned chords of drama and comedy, pain and hope. Dench has the soft power to make you care about her struggle, and Coogan shows that his irreverent comedic side has a serious dramatic counterbalance. The film’s Oscar nominations this year included best picture, best adapted screenplay and a nomination for Judi Dench as best leading actress. “Ride Along” (PG-13) -- Ben (Kevin Hart) wants to propose to his girlfriend (Tika Sumpter), but first he has to prove himself through a buddy-cop action-comedy routine with her scowling older brother (Ice Cube.) Ben is a school security guard who wants to make it as a real cop. Cube plays a true-blue Atlanta cop who takes Ben on a day trip through the city to scare the little man, but they get caught up in a larger (and wholly forgettable) plot. Kevin Hart seems to be the only thing working here. You feel bad for him, screeching and flailing as hard as he can in order to keep the movie’s pulse up. The rest is weighed down by every buddy-cop cliche in the oldest book of cli-
Page 11 ches they could find. If the familiarity doesn’t lose you, then you will find action and experience some laughter, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (PG-13) -- Walter Mitty (Ben Stiller) is a meek guy and prolific daydreamer working in the photo department of a magazine. At work, he’s mocked mercilessly (by Adam Scott) in between longing glances at his crush, Cheryl (Kristen Wiig). Walter gets an abrupt rush of boldness and goes on an adventure to find a lost photo negative, suddenly blurring the lines between real life and his heroic fantasies. However, something’s just not right with the tone of the film. There are scenes that are intentionally confusing, seemingly to say something deep -- but the audience is left behind on whatever journey Stiller is trying to take. “The Nut Job” (PG) -- Surly the Squirrel (voiced by Will Arnett) plots a heist with some of his animated animal buddies. But they’re not stealing money or valuables, they’re robbing a nut store! Cause he’s a squirrel! Surly is not well liked by his peers in the park -- in fact, he’s been banished by a menacing raccoon with the smoldering tones of Liam Neeson’s voice. It doesn’t have the emotion or visual panache of Pixar, or the visual energy of Dreamworks, but it definitely has gimmicks. Fart jokes and catchy Korean pop tunes try to make up for everything else. TV RELEASES “Bletchley Circle: Season 2” “Ripper Street: Season 2” “The Practice: The Final Season” “Cosby Show: Season 3 & 4” “Beverly Hillbillies: Official Fourth Season” (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
The Lowdown On High Blood Pressure (NAPSA)—According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 68 million people—1 in 3 U.S. adults—have high blood pressure. Also known as hypertension, high blood pressure can lead to a stroke or heart attack. Fortunately, high blood pressure is a preventable and treatable risk factor for heart attack and stroke. To help, Joseph Young, M.D., a Kaiser Permanente internal medicine physician and the clinical hypertension lead with The Permanente Medical Group, answers a few basic questions and offers advice on how to keep your blood pressure in check. Q: Can you give a quick Blood Pressure 101? A: Blood pressure is just the pressure of blood flowing inside the body’s blood vessels. The top number is the pressure when the heart pumps at its peak. The bottom number is the pressure when the heart is relaxing and filling back up with blood. An ideal blood pressure is 119/79 or lower. Q: W h a t i s h i g h b l o o d pressure? A: If your blood pressure is 140/90 or higher, you have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. In the United States, 29 percent of the adult population, or roughly 70 million people, has high blood pressure. Weight, lack of physical activity, consuming too much salt or alcohol, stress, older age, genetics, family history and various diseases are contributing factors for high blood pressure. Fortunately, high blood pressure is preventable
Dr. Young offers advice on overcoming high blood pressure. and treatable with a healthy lifestyle and a number of well-tolerated, once-daily medications. Q: What are the main guidelines for healthy practices that can reduce risk? A: Regular physical activity is very important and helps to lower blood pressure. Pick something you enjoy—that will make it easier to stick with it. It doesn’t have to be fancy. You could just walk briskly at least 150 minutes a week, for example. Limit salt intake, too, because salt causes fluid retention, which increases blood pressure. Cook with un processed fresh fruits, vegetables and lean sources of protein. Don’t drink too much alcohol and do quit smoking. Smoking does not increase blood pressure but smoking combined with high blood pressure or with any other risk factor is especially dangerous. Q: What is the role of medication with high blood pressure? A: Medications are very impor-
tant for most people with high blood pressure. The medications we’ve used to treat high blood pressure have been around for decades. Over time, we’ve learned that combining medications in low doses works best and causes the fewest side effects. Today, most people with high blood pressure who need medications can control their condition with a once-a-day regimen with minor to no side effects. Q: Do you have any parting words of advice? A: High blood pressure in and of itself is just a number. We care about it because we know if the number is high, there is an increased risk of stroke and heart and kidney problems. If you have high blood pressure, have it checked regularly and have frequent adjustments made in your treatment regimen until it’s well controlled. If you don’t have a history of high blood pressure, it’s still best to have your blood pressure checked every two years. A commitment to reduce hypertension, strokes and heart attacks: Kaiser Permanente is recognized as a national leader in reducing and preventing heart attacks and strokes. Kaiser Permanente Colorado was recently hailed as a 2012 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Champion. In Northern California, 86 percent of Kaiser Permanente members with hypertension have their blood pressure under control compared to 50 percent nationally. For more information, visit www.kp.org. For questions or advice about a specific condition, consult with your physician.
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