Beyond the ‘Model Minority’ Image: Asians in the US
Pranee Wilcox, a native of Thailand, immigrated to the U.S. 14 years ago to work in the Thai embassy as a housekeeper. Her journey belies the stereotype of the “model minority.”
Courtesy photo
Rina Risper
Minimalist shoes a good choice for some runners, but not right for everyone
Minimalist shoes are shoes intended to closely approximate
barefoot running conditions.They have reduced cushioning, thin soles, and are of lighter weight than other running shoes, allowing for more sensory contact for the foot on the ground while
simultaneously providing the feet with some protection from ground hazards and conditions (such as pebbles and dirt).
Source: wikipedia
Photo: Vibram
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Do-Over Option and Voluntary Suspension for Social Security Benefits
Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
Although the social security system allows claims for reduced worker benefits as early as age 62, claiming early may not be your best choice. Fortunately, if you claimed early, you may be able to take advantage of a do-over option that restarts the clock on your benefits. Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
Although the social security system allows claims for reduced worker benefits as early as age 62, claiming early may not be your best choice. Fortunately, if you claimed early, you may be able to take advantage of a do-over option that restarts the clock on your benefits.
The White Rose Gala is Set
Far Left: Sonja G. Norris, DDS & Associates
Right: Sarah Swistak, Evening News Anchor, Fox 47 News
LANSING, MI — The Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of Links will kick off Women’s History Month by hosting its 6th annual White Rose Gala on Thursday, March 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Huntington Club (Overlooking Spartan Stadium), on the campus of Michigan State University.
1 in 4 kids sexually harassed by friends online
EAST LANSING, MI — It’s not just strangers who target children online. Kids’ own friends are sexually harassing them over the Internet, finds new research led by a Michigan State University cybercrime expert.
Income Taxes: To Spend or Not to Spend, That is the Question
By Porsche Miles-Grant
Tax season has finally arrived and it is super exciting to know that you will soon, if you haven’t already, be receiving a great amount of funds. Many of us have a lot of plans on how we are spending our money. Some plans consist of purchasing things we want and need; vacations, new cars, homes, expensive clothes, jewelry, and much more.
It’s a Myth That Only New Car Dealers Can Service A Vehicle Under Warranty
True or false: Until your vehicle is out-of-warranty, it must be serviced by the new car dealer or the factory warranty will be void.
Although you may have answered “true,” the correct answer is “false.”
OPINION: QP VOICES: Can Bernie Sanders win the African-American vote?
By Mary Sanchez
Tribune Content Agency
Bill Clinton, so the saying goes, was America’s first black president.
Novelist Toni Morrison dubbed him so, noting that he displayed “almost every trope of blackness: single-parent household, born poor, working-class, saxophone-playing, McDonald’s-and-junk-food-loving boy from Arkansas.”
Movie Review: “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies”
Studio: Sony (1hr. 40 min.)
Plot: A retelling of Jane Austin’s classic novel – with zombie.
Cast: Lily James, Sam Reilly, Lena Headey, Jack Huston, Matt Smit Charles Dance, Douglas Booth
Rating: PG-13
Bottom Line: **
Recipe: Easy Parmesan Chicken
Recipe Serves: 4
Recipe Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients: • 3 six-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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