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IDENTIFY THE WEAKNESS ‘Fess up. What are your areas of temptation? Clothes, shoes, collectibles? Movies, food, gadgets? Electronics, crafts, plants? Figure it out, name it, claim it. STOP FLIRTING WITH DANGER If you’re ever going to win over temptation, you must stop cozying up to the very thing that causes you to stumble. If you are easily tempted by clothes, don’t spend hours cruising the mall. In fact, don’t even go there unless you have a specific need and a reasonable plan to fulfill it. DON’T OPEN MAIL-ORDER CATALOGS Even as many print publications have switched to digital, they’re still out. I know. I get them! And I take them to the garbage and push them way down to the bottom to head off a middle-of-the-night retrieval.

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Authorities may never know what provoked a black Labrador puppy in Tulsa, Okla., to fatally maul 2-month-old Zane Alen Earles. According to The Oklahoman, the child’s grandfather placed him in an infant swing in the dining room before he and the baby’s father left the house Monday morning a little after 8 a.m. The boy’s mother and grandmother were asleep in their bedrooms at the time. A couple of hours later, Earles’ mother found her son dead in his swing. Tragic. And utterly preventable. Reportedly, there were two dogs in the household: the Lab and a pug. Both were taken to the Tulsa Animal Shelter, where the Lab pup was euthanized. Does this mean the Labrador retriever --America’s favorite dog for decades running -- will now plummet in popularity, as did the Rottweiler, as did the American Staffordshire terrier, as did the Doberman with each new attack? Does it mean we had this gentle breed pegged wrong all along? Absolutely not. It means breed is largely irrelevant. It means we as dog owners must be aware of the dangers of mingling infants or small children with dogs. It means we as parents must be vigilant in ensuring our kids are safe around the family pet. A 2-month-old child left alone with a dog -- any dog -- doesn’t have a chance if that dog suddenly feels threatened and decides to act on it. Babies are particularly vulnerable: They are physically fragile. They lack the strength and coordination to defend themselves or get away. They wail, they flail, they kick and scream -- all of which can be irritating to the canine sensibilities. And when baby starts to crawl, the dog simply sees one of its own down on the ground on all fours. A little confused roughhousing is all it takes for a small child to be seriously wounded -- even by a small dog. It’s also possible for your baby’s toys to be the irritant. An infant swing, for example, is in constant

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SENIOR NEWS LINE by Matilda Charles

Social Security Increase for 2027 We have our new number now. The Social Security increase for 2027 has been announced. All over the country I imagine that seniors are grabbing calculators and figuring out just what this will mean for them. The number is 3.6%, which is not great, but it could be worse. For 2026 it was 2.8%, and 2.5% the year before. (A repeat of the 2023 increase of 8.7% would have been nice.) This means that 76 million Social Security recipients will see approximately an extra $75 per month, bumping the average benefit to $2,170 per month. To come up with this number, they take the figures from the third quarter and create a COLA -- Cost of Living Adjustment. Additionally, they use the CPI-W, which is the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers.

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Cody’s Corner (from page 9) motion when turned on: back and forth, back and forth. This motion can feel threatening to a dog in close proximity. If you bring an infant swing into your house and you have a dog, do your pooch, your child and yourself the favor of letting the dog get used to that motion before adding the child to the mix. Set the swing up in the room where you plan to keep it. Turn it on and leave it on --childless -- for an hour or so every day for a week. Watch your pup’s reaction. Gauge his tolerance. If he’s not comfortable with it, he should never be allowed in the room when it’s on. But even if the pooch seems fine with it, keep your child under adult supervision at all times. With babies and dogs, tragic accidents can happen with even the tiniest or gentlest of breeds. Don’t be lulled into a false sense of security by statistics or even by what you know about your dog. The only way to baby-proof your pup is to keep the two of them under careful and constant adult supervision. Woof! * * * Dog trainer Matthew “Uncle Matty” Margolis is the co-author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio and television guest, and the host of the PBS series “WOOF! It’s a Dog’s Life!” Read all of Uncle Matty’s columns at www.creators.com, and visit him at www.unclematty.com.

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Social Security COLA for 2027 In early October of every year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its much-anticipated report on changes (usually increases) to the Consumer Price Index over the past 12 months. Why is this little esoteric government report -- actually called the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers -- so popular? Because for the past 50 years, it’s the report that determines the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that Social Security beneficiaries will get the following year. Because my column has a bit of a lead time, what I am reporting here isn’t news to most of my readers. As I’m sure you’ve already heard, checks for all 75 million Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will go up 3.6% in 2027. I always dread mentioning COLAs in this column because every single time I do, I am flooded with emails from readers complaining that the increase is not enough. Yet here’s the rub: Many economists and social planners believe Social Security COLAs are too generous! (I’ve explained why in past columns, but don’t have the space to get into that argument today.) That’s why most discussions of long-range reform for Social Security include proposals to reduce cost-of-living increases. But for now, that’s neither here nor there. So let’s get back to the 2027 Social Security COLA. Due to these increases, the average monthly retirement check will be $2,170 in 2027, a $75 increase from the 2026 level. The maximum Social Security check for a worker turning full retirement age in 2027 will be $4,188, compared to $4,152 in 2026. And please note that $4,188 is the maximum for someone turning full retirement age in 2027. That does not mean it is the maximum Social Security payment anyone can receive. Millions of Social Security beneficiaries get much more than that, primarily because they worked well past their FRA and/or delayed starting their benefits until age 70. Here’s another important point about the COLA. Many readers reaching Social Security age have been asking me if they must file for Social Security benefits in 2026 in order to get the COLA that’s paid in January 2027. The answer is no. The COLA will be built into the benefit computation formula. So even if you don’t file for Social Security until next year, or some subsequent year, you’ll still get the 3.6% increase. Although this is a Social Security column, I must mention the upcoming increase in the Medicare Part B premium, which is deducted from Social Security checks for most people. As I was writing this column, the 2027 basic Part B premium was not yet announced. But it is projected to be $209.50. That’s $6.60 more than the 2026 rate. And as has been the case for more than 20 years now, wealthy people will pay more than the basic premium. I don’t want to get into the complicated issue of Medicare premiums other than to make this quick point. Even though they are linked in the minds of most senior citizens, Social Security and Medicare are entirely separate programs, administered by entirely separate federal agencies, and

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ANSWER: Dutasteride does reduce the size of the prostate by blocking a hormone (dihydrotestosterone) that enlarges the prostate. Dutasteride works slowly over 6-12 months to shrink the prostate and improve urine flow. Tamsulosin relaxes structures called smooth muscles, which are found in the prostate and in blood vessels. Tamsulosin doesn’t reduce the size of the prostate, but it works quickly by allowing the urethra to open up more widely. (Most men get relief within the first three to seven days.) Since these meds can also open up blood vessels, they can cause low blood pressure and lightheadedness upon standing, although newer agents like tamsulosin and silodosin are much less likely to do so than older drugs. Some experts use tamsulosin at 0.8 mg at night if the 0.4-mg dose isn’t enough.

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the private-insurance alternative to Original Medicare, review your plan carefully. Some insurers are dropping plans or leaving certain markets, while others may change costs or trim extra benefits, such as dental, vision and hearing coverage.

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How to Save on Medicare in 2027 DEAR SAVVY SENIOR: I am on Medicare. Can you tell me what changes are coming in 2027 and how can I make sure I’m not paying too much for my coverage? The information I've read is a bit confusing to me. --Careful Shopper Dear Careful: If you have Medicare, now’s a good time to make sure you’re getting the best coverage for your money. Open enrollment runs through Dec. 7, giving you a chance to switch Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plans for 2027. Since costs, drug coverage and extra benefits can change from year to year, comparing plans now could save you money and headaches later. Even if you’re happy with your current plan, don’t assume next year’s coverage will be the same. Here’s what to look for. Prescription drug changes Medicare Part D prescription drug plans are changing, and some enrollees could pay more. In 2027, the maximum annual deductible will rise from $615 to $700, while the annual outof-pocket limit for covered Part D medications will increase from $2,100 to $2,400.

Doctor, specialist and hospital networks can change, too. If your plan is being discontinued, you’ll need to choose new coverage. Even if it continues, compare next year’s costs, benefits and provider networks before automatically renewing. Help with weight-loss drugs A new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program offers eligible beneficiaries certain medications for weight management for $50 a month through Dec. 31, 2027. Covered drugs include Wegovy, Zepbound (KwikPen only) and Foundayo. Eligibility is limited. For example, you generally need Medicare drug coverage and must meet specific body mass index and health requirements. The program operates separately from regular Part D coverage, so the $50 monthly payment doesn’t count toward your Part D deductible or annual out-of-pocket limit. To learn more, check eligibility at Medicare.gov/ coverage/weight-loss-drugs. How to shop smart Here are four ways to find coverage that fits your needs without overpaying:

estimate annual costs. Don’t focus on premiums alone; include deductibles and what you’ll pay for prescriptions. ● Check your doctors: If you’re considering Medicare Advantage, contact your doctors and hospitals directly to confirm they’ll accept the specific plan in 2027. Online directories can be outdated. ● Get free help: Your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling. Find a local counselor at ShipHelp.org or call 877-839-2675. One important caution: If you’re thinking of switching from Medicare Advantage to Original Medicare, check your Medigap options first. In most states, insurers can deny you a Medigap policy or charge higher premiums based on your health history if you don’t qualify for guaranteedissue protections. Make sure you understand your options before dropping your current plan. Take time to compare plans before Dec. 7. A little homework now could save you money and help you start 2027 with better coverage.

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Q: This green mark is on the bottom of a vase that we have. According to family lore the vase was a wedding gift to my mother-in-law’s grandparents. My mother-in-law is now 89 years old, so if the tale is correct this would be a ver y old vase. It stands over 12 inches tall, has handles and is in excellent condition. On one side it is decorated with a raised image of a bird and branches. On the other side, there are tree branches and blue sky. There are raised gold dots on both sides. We would be ver y interested in learning how old the vase actually is and what its value might be.

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This Empire period chair was made in the 19th century.

have an Empire period balloon back side/parlor chair that was most likely made between 1840 and 1850. The rose-carved crest with the round opening (for grasping the chair) flanked by leaves; horizontal stay rail with carved roses; slip seat; and curved legs with flat backs are representative of Empire period furniture. Your chair was handmade made by an artisan/cabinetmaker around 1850, which was before the Industrial Revolution. Similar chairs were made of mahogany or walnut. The Roman numerals are carpenter marks that are used to identify matching pieces and are often called “marriage marks.” Carpenters also used them when constructing buildings. Similar Empire period side chairs have been selling in the range of $250 to $350.

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“Nippon” is the Japanese word for Japan.

A: Your porcelain vase was made in Japan. “Nippon” is the Japanese word for Japan, and it was used on objects exported to the United States from 1891 to 1921. The numbers are manufacturer numbers. Your vase was made around 1906 and would probably be worth $200 to $275.

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* On Nov. 2, 1986, Norwegian distance runner Grete Waitz won her eighth New York City marathon, finishing the 26-mile, 385-yard course more than a mile ahead of the second- and third-place women in the race. In 1988, she won it for the ninth time, something no other marathon runner had accomplished. * On Nov. 3, 1900, the first U.S. auto show opened at Madison Square Garden in New York, with automakers displaying 160 vehicles. Since early internal combustion engines were noisy, noxious and quite jarring, potential buyers of the period, not surprisingly, tended to favor steamand battery-powered models.

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that my mother gave my husband and me in 1979. It was given to her by her mother, who may have received it as a wedding present in Bethel, Indiana. We estimate the chair was made around 1850. The top of the chair is decorated with hand-car ved roses and the chair has the original finish. There are Roman numeral marks in the wood on the frame of the chair where the seat is placed. I would appreciate your estimate of the approximate value of our heirloom chair.

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* On Nov. 4, 1842, Abraham Lincoln, then a struggling lawyer, married Mary Todd at her sister’s home in Springfield, Illinois, after a twoyear courtship and previously broken engagement that some historians believe was linked to Lincoln’s history of depression. * On Nov. 5, 1968, Republican Richard Nixon defeated Vice President Hubert Humphrey in one of the closest presidential elections in American history, by less than 500,000 votes. Due to third-party candidate George Wallace’s strong showing, neither Nixon nor Humphrey received more than 50% of the popular vote. * On Nov. 6, 1988, Soviet scientist and human rights activist Andrei Sakharov embarked on a two-week visit to the United States, during which he petitioned the American government and citizens to support Russian leader Mikhail Gorbachev’s policies of glasnost (political openness) and perestroika (economic reforms). * On Nov. 7, 1996, former NFL running back and Heisman trophy winner Mike Rozier narrowly survived being shot three times in his hometown of Camden, New Jersey, by Louis Pierce. Pierce was originally convicted and sentenced to life in prison, while maintaining his innocence and claiming he’d been incorrectly identified, but was released on $50,000 bail after serving 20 years of his sentence. * On Nov. 8, 2011, asteroid 2005 YU55, which was at least 1,300 feet wide according to radar measurements, passed about 201,700 miles from Earth, the closest known approach by an asteroid of its brightness since 1976. (c) 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bank Robbers: (from page 3) robbing a Missouri Kroger store of its payroll delivery. • After his release in 1929, he joined a team of robbers on a string of bank robberies in Ohio, Kentucky, and Michigan. Floyd was captured in Ohio in 1930 and sentenced to 12 to 15 years, but while being transported to prison, he kicked out the train’s window and escaped. • For four years, he evaded capture, committing more robberies, killing several citizens and police officers, until 1934 when an FBI raid cornered the 30-year-old Floyd in an Ohio cornfield where he was killed.

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