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HOROSCOPES
Because the stars know things we don't.
Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is a 6 Finish a job carefully. A solution to an old problem becomes apparent, and reviewing the cards again reveals new strategies that weren't obvious before.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 6
Wait until later to discuss an upcoming purchase ... the timing's not right. Heed a friend's warning. When choosing, consider the impacts on your health.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
Today in S
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
Today is a G
Impulsiveness can cause
accidents, so slow down a bit.
Check your footing, and play
strong. Refuse to be sup-
pressed. Recharge batteries
when low.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Today is a 7 Think it over a little longer. It should be ready to go later. Traffic's blocked for now. Stick close to home, and take care of some lingering responsibility.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Belt it out. You've got something to say, and they're listening. You have some wonderful friends. The best things in life are free. Enjoy them with gusto.
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Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Don't jump the gun; listen for the timing. Step carefully, and watch where you're going. Pay attention, and you master the dance. Now you're jamming
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Ellen (September 25-0ct.22)
Today is a 7
Imagine the finished product,
and you can spot potential
problems before they arise. If
you get stuck, take a walk and
think it over. Calm down to
untangle.
Stay close to home, but make sure to recharge with a stroll outdoors. Don't miss the forest for the trees. Look at the big picture. Get plenty of rest.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Today is a 6.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec.21)
Today is a 7
Sagittarius (nov. 22-December 21)
Today is a 7
At first, the task may seem impossible. Create teamwork to make it happen, and exceed expectations. Don't give thanks. There's room for love.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is an 8
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is an 8
Keep working on it with as few distractions as possible. But don't cut corners to get the job done. Pay attention to detail.
Slow down to get it done faster.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb.18)
Today is a 7
Don't throw your money away;
be creative with what you've got.
Open windows and let a romantic breeze fill your heart.
When all else fails, use humor
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today is a 6
Your family helps you to overcome a difficult situation. Lean on them more than you might normally. Thank them. They know you'd do the same. Don't take it personally.
CROSSWORD
ACROSS
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2 Mop the deck
3 Kimono closer
4 Anger
5 Sit for a photo
6 Pal of Wynken and Blynken
7 Ancient Mariner's burden
8 Right angle
9 Theatrica
10 American emblem
11 Performing
12 Mythical lecher
13 Geek
14 — capita
15 Billions o years
16 Away from WSW
17 Raw rock
18 Potential syrup
19 Probability
36 Eggs
37 Wan
38 Hidden supply
40 — usual
41 One of The Donald's exes
43 Snare
47 Vensiani vessel?
48 Colonial sewer
51 "— Doubtfire
52 Island neck-wear
53 Arctic Aiving birds
54 "May-day"
55 Ticklish Muppet
56 For fear that
DOWN
1 Historic periods
2 Pinball no-no
3 Actress Jessica
4 Neptune or Poseidon
5 Nimble
6 Court
7 Fool
8 Surround
9 144 units
10 Weevil's morsel
11 Not busy
16 Coffee break hour
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CRYPTOQUIP
CRYPTOQUIP
20 Favorable vote
22 Wait on
23 Vicinity
24 Ultra-modernist
25 Conclusion
26 Relief provider
27 Milne bruin
29 "Unh-unh"
30 Agent
35 Actor Mineo
37 Star-related
39 Larry the — Guy
40 Whatever number
41 “— the word”
42 Roundish hairstyle
43 Old U.S. gas brand
44 Libertine
45 Requests
46 "Hey, you!"
49 Conger, for one
50 Quarter-back Tebow
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British government saves Beatles' homes
PRESERVATION
Lennon's house in south Liverpool and McCartney's nearby row home will be granted a grade 2 listing, which means they cannot be altered without the permission of local officials, said Britain's Heritage Minister John Penrose.
LONDON—The childhood homes of former Beatles John Lennon and Paul McCartney, where the pair wrote some of their early songs, will be preserved, the government said Wednesday.
The decision means the homes of one of Britain's greatest song-writing teams will be protected for generations to come. Their work has long been associated with the northern port city Liverpool, particularly because of songs like "Penny Lane" and "Strawberry Fields Forever" that celebrated their childhood haunts.
1930s duplex house called "Mendips" in 251 Menlove Ave. from 1945 to 1963 with his aunt and uncle after his parents separated when he was five.
McCartney lived in nearby Forthin Road for nine years from 1955. The two musicians held early practice sessions for their first band The Quarrymen while living at these houses, and wrote The Beatles first number one hit, the raucous "Please Me Please," at Lennon's home.
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Preservation group The National Trust has already restored the houses to look as they would have done when Lennon and McCartney were growing up.
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By Dave Green
'Lorax' soundtrack emphasizes morals
MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE
MUSIC
Theodor Geisel, best known as Dr. Seuss, used the optimistic Whos, a slightly demented Cat in the Hat, a caring elephant and a host of other oddball characters to make points about happiness, responsibilities and other important life lessons. No lesson is as blatant and direct as his 1971 publication, "The Lorax."
In an almost doomday scenario, "The Lorax" looks at what happens to the environment when the last Truffula tree has been cut down. It's a cautionary tale aimed dramatically at young and old.
That message is just as strong in the latest animated version of the book, but it has been cushioned slightly by a fun musical soundtrack and a budding love story. Not only will you want to hug a tree after seeing "Dr. Seuss' The Lorax," but you will also want to hug a few humans.
Unlike the book, this tale of destruction starts with the efforts of 12-year-old Ted (voiced by Zac Efron) to get the attention of Audrey (Taylor Swift). They live in a world where everything is made of plastic and Audrey longs to see a real tree. Ted's quest leads him to The Once-ler (Ed Helms), the lone resident in a barren landscape who relates his tale of greed and destruction.
Despite warnings by The Lorax (Danny DeVito), a fuzzy creature who speaks for the trees, the trees
From the opening number — a musical flash mob — to a fast-paced chase scene, the screenplay by Ken Daurio and Cinco Paul keeps the essence of the original book, but gives it just enough kick to create fast-paced fun. The pair — who also wrote the very funny "Despicable Me" — have created a band of wonderful supporting characters, particularly a trio of goldfish who provide big laughs.
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Once-ler cuts down the Truffula trees to make an item every one needs. When the last tree falls, the business closes and the world becomes a dark and plastic place.
The film's lone weakness is the new villain, Mr. O'Hare (Rob Riggle), who has turned fresh air into a profitable product. The character doesn't fit visually with the Dr. Seuss style, which makes him more of a distraction than an asset.
This strong story is visually splendid. Directors Chris Renaud and Kyle Balda — who already had the whimsical visuals that are trademarks of a Dr. Seuss story — make the characters and locations even more Seuss-ian through a solid use of 3-D technology.
"Dr. Seuss' The Lorax" is unapologetic in its environmental message. No apology is needed when the message is delivered in such a bright and fun manner.
OLYMPICS
Royal couple to open the London Olympics
LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince Philip will open the 2012 Olympics this summer, Buckingham Palace said Monday.
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The royal couple will perform this ceremonial role at the 80,000-seat Olympic Stadium when the games begin on July 27.
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They also will open the Paralympic Games on Aug. 29.
The Olympics were last held in the UK in 1948 and were opened by the queen's father, King George VI.
The British royals have long been strong supporters of the Olympics.
LITERATURE
The queen also opened the 1976 Games in Canada, where she is the head of state, while Philip did so on her behalf at Melbourne, Australia, in 1956.
World Book Day honors Austen
WASHINGTON — Any Jane Austen fans planning a visit to England around March 1?
To celebrate World Book Day, March 1, the Bodleian Library at the University of Oxford is displaying two treasures: a cross-stitch needlework sampler said to be sewn by Austen, and a reputed new portrait of the writer. Both will be on display for one day only as part of the "Jane Austen Revealed."
Both sampler and drawing are on loan from private collections.
According to the press release, the sampler dates from 1787 when Austen was between 11 and 12, and was given to a relation of Austen's family. A note attached to the frame by the owner says that the sampler was "related to Jane Austen the novelist."
A reputed new drawing of Austen will also be on display. This authenticity of the drawing has caused debate between Austen scholars and the owner, Dr. Paula Byne. It was the subject of a recent BBC documentary, "Jane Austen: The Unseen Portrait."
Along with these, according to the Bodleian Library's website, will also be a handwritten manuscript of an unfinished novel, "The Watsons" and the book one of Austen's juvenile writings. "Volume the First."
"Volume" is also available to read in a digital version online.
Other World Book Day displays have included the Gutenberg Bible in 2004; the original "Wind in the Willows" by Kenneth Grahame in 2007, and, in 2010, J.R. R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit."
CELEBRITIES
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MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE
LOS ANGELES — As an actress, Lea Thompson considers herself a "long-distance runner" — someone who keeps up a steady pace instead of a sprint.
Actress hasn't lost a step
"I always felt like my best years would be from 50 to 65 years old," Thompson said. "I don't know why. It was a feeling I had even when I was really young. My kids are kind of all grown up now and I can be in a difference space where I can put everything into it."
Just shy of her 51st birthday, the gamin former ballerina could easily pass as a 30-something. In fact, she doesn't look much older than she did in such film as 1983s "All the Right Moves,"
1984's "Red Dawn" and of course as Michael L. Fox's mom in Robert Zerneckis' 1985 classic "Back to the future" and the blockbuster's two sequels.
Since the 1980s, Thompson has appeared in countless TV movies including the award-winning "Stolen Babies" in 1993 and starred from 1995 to 1999 in the NBC sitcom, "Caroline in the City." She's appeared on Broadway and toured the country in the Sam Mendes-Mob Marshall revival of "Cabaret" and in
2005 began a series of Hallmark Channel "Jane Doe" lighthearted mysteries in which she plays a soccer mom who is actually a spy.
Thompson is the first to admit that she has a "good, rich life." Perhaps her personal happiness has been her fountain of youth. Thompson balances her career with her marriage of 23 years to Howard Deutch, the director of her 1987 "Some Kind of Wonderful," and raising two daughters, Madelyn, 20, and Zoey, 17.
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