Back in 1948, a German neurologist named Ludwig Guttmann was working at Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury, England with World War II veterans who suffered spinal injuries. Guttmann firmly believed
It's commonplace to observe that we live in very partisan times. Red versus blue factions dominate our public discussions, and there often seems very little room made for
The Twisted Grip Dance & Fitness studio in Duncan, British Columbia, unveiled a new class in its lineup last week. Little Spinners, offered on Saturday mornings, will have children as
Those in some professions intentionally adopt language that is obscure and impenetrable to the uninitiated, wrote the late S.I. Hayakawa, a semanticist and former U.S. senator from California.
Dear EarthTalk: Which are the most eco-friendly and non-toxic (to people, cats and sanitation systems) cat litters?
—Sam Barnes, Macon, GA
It makes sense that environmentally enlightened cat owners would
The most important City Council endorsements were made in July when members of the powerful Santa Monicans for Renters' Rights (SMRR) organization endorsed planning commissioner Ted Winterer and council
Congress faces an important decision about which tax cuts to extend. A few weeks ago, the Senate passed President Obama's proposal to extend the Bush and Obama tax
Tomorrow is the birthday of one of Santa Monica's most beloved native daughters, former tennis star Gertrude "Gussie" Moran. As for how many candles will adorn
Dear Life Matters,
I feel desperate for some help. My relationship is in constant chaos. I find myself coming into it and then wanting to back off or simply quit
