Staying involved in physical activity to maintain body strength, balance, and flexibility helps seniors reduce risks for slips, trips, and falls. We all know of someone who’s had a serious fall. Falls often lead to injuries and other far-reaching consequences. For example, did you know that once we’ve...
Lilly: “I was born in mainland China during World War II in 1940 (?). My parents moved us to a southwestern province of China to avoid bombing by the Japanese. In 1946, we moved to Taiwan. Most of my Schooling took place in Taiwan, from...
Increase your growing success by giving your transplants a good start with a few simple planting techniques. Preparing them for the transition outdoors and planting properly will help you grow your best garden yet. Transplants started indoors from seed or purchased at a local garden center...
Dear EarthTalk: What’s the latest on hydrogen powered fuel cells? Not long ago they were touted as the energy source of the future, but news has been scant of late. -- J. Gorman, Columbia, SC...
It’s May 2021 and Spring has sprung. Flowers are in bloom everywhere! Here in Southern California, the Jacaranda trees are dotting the landscape with purple flowers wherever you go. Of course, flowers and Jacaranda trees are not the only things that are in bloom. Across...
Why I love live theater is back on my agenda, having received a letter from solo performer Arnold Weiss regarding Austrian actress Elisabeth Bergner, who I'd mentioned seeing perform onstage in a past column. Arnold wrote: "I'd give a million dollars to have seen Elisabeth...
As the country begins to loosen its grip on shuttered businesses and feel more confident with herd immunity based on the percentage of citizens vaccinated, I wonder how ‘you’ feel about it....
The snapdragons I had selected were absolutely beautiful! Tall, in full bloom, and exactly what I needed to brighten my home with a colorful splash of curb-appeal to offset the boredom of our lingering pandemic. ...
Driving off Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach one will notice a wood sign displaying The Ranch. Turning onto the driveway, one can feel the coastal breeze as they enter a resort hidden from the street. ...
Los Angeles resident John Layton, aka “Lion John” has been a member of the Norwalk Lion’s Club since 1978. John liked the idea of belonging to an organization which makes a difference locally, as well as internationally. In the accompanying photo, John is sporting some...
You created your wish list, ordered some or all of the seeds you will need, and they are beginning to arrive. Make the most of your investment with a bit of planning....
Dear EarthTalk: How are bee population numbers doing these days?– B. Turner, via e-mail...
Can you believe it’s April 2021!? The year is really rolling along. And we are still in the midst of the world-wide coronavirus pandemic. Things are getting better for many of us, especially seniors, as a large majority of us have now received the vaccine...
This month Morna reviews THE GHOSTS OF MARY LINCOLN - Woodland Hills, APRIL 23rd BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION - Virtual, UNDERNEATH THE FREEWAYS OF LOS ANGELES - Live, APRIL 9th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION - Virtual....
Most people know someone who’s had cancer: a family member, a friend, a loved one. Who gets it can sometimes seem random. But there are many things you can do to reduce your risk....
Excerpts from our conversation with Dr. Ben Cowling, an NIH-funded epidemiologist at the University of Hong Kong....