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Scene from “All Quiet on the Western Front”
REVIEW: War has never looked as bleak as in “All Quiet on the Western Front”
If you need another reminder that war is hell, Netflix is now streaming a gripping and hauntingly beautiful new adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front.” more
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A thin layer of fallen leaves in a garden bed on Long Island. They will decompose over winter to provide nourishment for existing and future plantings.
COLUMN: November garden to do list
With all the work we already did in our gardens this year, chances are you’re tired out. It’s easy to go dormant like our plants. more
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A cluster of crocus bulbs blossom in Zelienople, Pennsylvania. The most commonly found forced bulbs include amaryllis and paper-white narcissus.
COLUMN: Try forcing bulbs indoors
Forcing is the term used to describe a process that stimulates flower bulbs to bloom out of season. Forcing bulbs at home is a fun way to enjoy flowers indoors during the winter months. more
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Dwayne Johnson in a scene from “Black Adam.”
REVIEW: The Rock finally becomes a big screen superhero in ‘Black Adam’
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson finally pulls on some superhero tights to join the fray, delivering an action-packed, over-written spectacle in “Black Adam.” more
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Pumpkin is the easiest vegetable to grow, even for a beginner gardener. It is a tender vegetable meaning the seeds won’t germinate well in cold soil; you don’t want to plant too early in the spring.
COLUMN: It’s the season for pumpkins
Pumpkins are a warm season vegetable grown throughout the United States. Besides being used as jack-o-lanterns, pumpkin is great to eat in pies, breads, butters, soups and more. more
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Jamie Lee Curtis in a scene from “Halloween Ends.”
REVIEW: ‘Halloween Ends?’ We should be so lucky
The new “Halloween” trilogy comes to a thudding end with the aptly named “Halloween Ends,” putting into question what this whole thing was even about. more
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Clockwise from left, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rami Malek, Christian Bale, Robert De Niro and Margot Robbie in a scene from “Amsterdam.”
REVIEW: Bale seems to be having fun in the otherwise fine ‘Amsterdam’
Well cast but largely forgettable, “Amsterdam” is a fine little flick that is buoyed largely by a great character performance from actor Christian Bale. more
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A dry coneflower seed head.
COLUMN: Save seeds now for next year’s garden flowers
If you love the flowers in your garden but don’t love the idea of spending money on new ones, why not save their seeds to plant next year? more
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Visitors stand behind geranium flowers at the horticultural exhibition in Erfurt, central Germany.
COLUMN: Take cuttings to save your geraniums for next year
If you want to save your geraniums for next year or add a friend’s geranium to your collection, why not take a cutting or two? more
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Grandmaster Clifford Crandall Jr., middle, enjoys a leisurely horse trail ride through nature with wife Amanda.
COLUMN: Horse trail riding a great activity often overlooked by seniors (VIDEO)
Howdy, today’s suggestion is horse trail riding. Check out the VIDEO in the media gallery. more
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Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan in a scene from “See How They Run.”
REVIEW: ‘See How They Run’ is sure to please murder mystery fans
If you like a good “whodunnit” movie — especially of the Agatha Christie variety — the short and sweet “See How They Run” should be right up your alley. more
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The scenic ski lift at McCauley Mountain with foliage that is almost at peak on Oct. 7, 2021.
Leaf peeping: Fill your fall with color
Within a few days, the lush, evergreen forests of Central New York will give way to vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow. more
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Pinocchio, voiced by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, in Disney's live-action film "Pinocchio."
REVIEW: Plenty of strings tie up the live action ‘Pinocchio’
Add “Pinocchio” to the pile of Disney’s live action remakes that do nothing to improve upon the animated original and are not worth your time.  more
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Deciding how to prioritize different savings goals can be overwhelming, but financial experts recommend ordering them by urgency. Most people need an emergency fund first, followed by other goals such as saving enough for retirement, buying a home, traveling, saving for college and paying off debt.
NerdWallet: It's important to balance priorities, savings goals
Saving money sounds straightforward — set cash aside for a future purpose — but in reality, people often face competing savings priorities. more
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Sterling K. Brown as Lee-Curtis Childs in “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.”
REVIEW: ‘Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul’ is some pretty good religious satire
The end of summer is a dead zone for exciting new films, made crystal clear by the under-the-radar release of the good but wholly forgettable “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.” more
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COLUMN: September is healthy lunch box time
September has arrived (where did summer go?) and it is lunch-box time. Seniors are packing lunches too as they go to work, or volunteer at senior centers, schools, nursing homes, and libraries. Some … more
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A bee sits on a Sedum flower (Sedum sieboldie) in Euskirchen, near Bonn, western Germany. In the fall, many perennials such as coneflowers and sedums have interesting seed heads or tops. Leave some of these for winter interest in the garden; seed heads are an excellent food source for the birds.
COLUMN: Fall gardening tips for perennials
The definition of a perennial plant is one that comes back every year. The process of taking care of a perennial plants can be an enjoyable task. more
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Donna Thompson
VALLEY MUSINGS: Lost and found — Dealing with those little mysteries
I wouldn’t call myself a neat housekeeper, but some things do have places to be and it distracts me to no end when they aren’t in them. more
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Tilda Swinton, right, and Idris Elba in “Three Thousand Years of Longing.”
REVIEW: Make a wish for a better movie
You will be longing for a better movie after watching the anemic love story in “Three Thousand Years of Longing.” more
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Clifford Crandall Jr. suggests you do a little parking lot practice to make sure you are stable before you get into traffic or on bicycle paths.
COLUMN: Grandmaster Crandall takes a hop on his bicycle (with VIDEO)
You may have ridden a bicycle when you were a kid or even in your 20s, which is great, but be prepared if it has been a while. ... VIDEO in media gallery. more
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