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Self-treatment is infinitely preferable to dependence on care
Every year, I read a series of textbooks written by Robin McKenzie, the iconic New Zealand physical therapist,…
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While driving barefoot is legal, it’s generally not a good idea
Q: A few of my adult driving students from other countries are in the habit of driving barefoot.…
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What mattress firmness is best for people with low back pain?
Last month, I came across a post in a Facebook community group that asked members to share health…
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Never ride your bike on the road facing traffic
My fellow cyclists, I want you to live. From conversations I’ve had with bike riders and observations on…
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Can I honk my horn for freedom of expression?
Q: Is it true that, besides warning others of danger, using your horn for free speech is the…
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Water engines, sand batteries new climate-friendly innovations
Water engines and sand batteries are novel ways to cut CO2 emissions and reduce China and Russia’s grip…
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The rare earth metals dilemma
Thankfully, President Trump delayed assessing higher tariffs on Chinese imports by another 90 days. China followed suit and…
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License plate frames OK as long as they don’t cover important info
Q: A news site has an article about it now being illegal to have a license plate frame…
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Despite the optics, Homer Simpson is a model citizen
We all should be more like Homer Simpson.
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A brief history of turn signals
Q: Too often, I see drivers give maybe one blink of their turn signal before turning. That can’t…
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Symptoms to be aware of when school sports begin
Over the next few weeks, area schools will commence the 2025-26 school year. In addition to returning to…
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Michigan salmon studies provide tips for restoring runs in Washington
As salmon restoration ramps up on the Columbia River above Chief Joseph Dam, it is important to establish…
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What is the right speed when exiting a freeway onto an off-ramp?
Q: When a freeway has an exit-only lane leading up to an offramp, what’s the speed limit in…
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A breakdown of pedestrian crossing signals
Q: What are the rules about crosswalks at intersections with signal lights? Many people think that if they…
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State House adds to list of government transparency assaults
Our state legislature’s march toward secrecy is speeding up, despite lawsuits, massive public outcry and even a ruling…
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What to do when you and your bike are stuck at a red light
Q: There are some intersections where the light never turns green when I’m on my bike. Eventually, I…
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Political chaos has made American pride plunge
Given all the political drama that has perennially saturated the nation for the better part of a decade,…
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Mother Nature is out to sting me
I’ve learned the hard way that Mother Nature is anything but weak and feeble.
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Headphone law example of how tech influences traffic enforcement
Q: I remember back in the day it was illegal to drive while wearing headphones. But has the…