The closing of the formerly great metropolitan newspaper raises questions. The already beleaguered newspaper industry took another hit with the shutting down of another formerly high-profile paper. The Daily Planet announced it was ceasing publication immediately. Prior to shutting down the Daily Planet was the Three Times a Week Planet…

This knowledge should make life easier for you and those around you. — As we go along in life, we should pick up different life skills. Those skills can help us survive different stages of life. By the time we hit 60, we’re nearing the final leg of the marathon that is our life. Hopefully, having, or acquiring these skills will help. And…

For one thing, Tom Brady looks older. — As is true with every NFL season, there have been surprises. And the most obvious surprises involve QBs. For example, you have to wonder if Tom Brady is having second thoughts about coming back for this season. Brady is working with limited options at WR and it shows. The Buccaneers…

Mostly what I’ve learned is it’s a tough way to make a buck I’ve worked with cartoonists for better than 30 years. When I say I’ve worked with cartoonists, I mean I’ve written gags for them. …

The Broncos, Knicks and Cubs are part of this addition. 1. This linebacker was the first player taken in the 1979 NFL draft, but went to Canada to play in the CFL instead. (3 points) 2. A USC grad, this offensive lineman was a staple for the Minnesota Vikings for…

Some of those debates have produced some memorable lines. Lots of us have seen some political debates over the years. On occasions there are have been some great lines, but generally it’s a snooze fest, unless Donald Trump is involved. Then it’s like a mean, unmedicated Don Rickles performance. …

This edition features the Cardinals, Expos and Yankees. 1. After being a key member of the St Louis Cardinals championship teams of the 60s, he went on to become Steve Carlton’s personal catcher with the Phillies. (3 points) 2. This right-handed starting pitcher began his career with the Cubs but…

Hackman brought a sense of authenticity to his roles. Over the years Gene Hackman has played some menacing characters. Some good, some bad. But when Hackman plays a tough guy, you believe his character is tough guy. That’s not to the case with all actors. Consider a case in point…

The Red Sox, Steelers and Rams are featured in this addition. — 1. Though he came up with the White Sox in the 50s, he was an all-star catcher for the Twins in the 60s. (3 points) 2. He was baseball’s “Spaceman”. (1 point) 3. A big, left-handed hitting first baseman, this guy played most of his career with the Baltimore Orioles…