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Immigration is shaking up political parties in Britain, Europe and the US

As British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to resign for his appointment of Epstein-tied Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States, one is struck by the sudden instability of British governments. In the 28 years between 1979 and 2007, Britain had only three prime ministers, while in the 19 years since 2007, it has had seven, and may soon have eight. Only one of those, David Cameron, carried his party to a reelection victory, and he resigned a year after being beaten in the Brexit referendum. It’s not just leaders who have stumbled. Even historically long-lasting ...

This Presidents Day, be the change you seek

Dear Readers: Presidents Day isn’t the flashiest holiday. There are no fireworks, no heart-shaped chocolates, no songs you can’t escape in the grocery store. It tends to arrive with a shrug, a long weekend and a mysterious sale on mattresses. But I’ve always liked it for what it can quietly be: a reminder to think about character. Not the big, dramatic kind that shows up in movies. The everyday kind. The kind you practice in slippers. Because real life is happening in kitchens, carpools, offices, hospitals, schools and living rooms. And most of what holds us together ...

Diabetic ulcer still hasn’t healed properly after a month

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a diabetic nonhealing ulcer on my right heel. I was told that the blood circulation in my foot is not very good, which is why the ulcer is not healing. Five years ago, I had a nonhealing ulcer in my left heel. It got infected, and the infection went into my heel bone. After several months, I agreed to an amputation. But this time, I was prescribed antibiotics with bandage changes that happen every two or three days. The ulcer has not healed now for over a month. Is it still possible that healing could take place? — L.H. ANSWER: I hope so. Most diabetic ulcers ...

Struggling to revive our once-burning flame

Dear Annie: My husband and I have been together for more than 30 years. In the beginning, we were the couple who couldn’t keep our hands off each other. We smiled easily, held hands without thinking, and felt lucky just to be in the same room after a long day. Somewhere between raising three kids, becoming grandparents, and moving into our mid-50s, that warmth faded. We still love each other, and neither of us wants to leave. But our marriage feels quiet in a way that scares me. We rarely touch. I honestly can’t remember the last time we laughed together. We sit side by side in the ...

‘Poop sweats’ occur in the body as a reaction to defecating

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have such a minor question that I do not think you would want to publish it, but I’ve been curious for about 20 years. I am a healthy 77-year-old male without health issues. When I feel the urge to have a bowel movement, my butt sweats profusely. After the bowel movement, there’s no more sweat. A decade ago, I asked my primary care physician to explain it. He didn’t really know. At my last annual physical, I asked the same doctor the same question. Still, no answer. I’m not really looking for a cure. I know I could apply an antiperspirant, but I’m not going ...

Applause, Applause

Each Saturday, The Express community newspaper highlights people, groups and activities our readers deem worthy of applause. The Downtown Lock Haven, Inc. Board of Directors would like to give a huge THANK YOU to the City of Lock Haven Public Works employees who acted swiftly to remove snow from streets downtown following the recent snowstorm. Many local business owners reached out to board members, noting how integral it is to have parking spots cleared to continue to attract shoppers to the area and keep our downtown thriving. Thank you, again, for your continued hard work! YOU HAVE ...