Former U.S. Congressman Barney Frank used to mock those pretending not to be influenced by cash funneled into their pockets. "I can't be bought," Frank put it, "but I sure as hell can be rented." ...

'We're going to be the stinkiest town in Wales if we're not careful.' ...

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DEAR MISS MANNERS: I regret to tell you that, in the modern parlance, “You’re welcome” isn’t polite. Related Articles Miss Manners: I don’t mind questions about my hair, except these two Miss Manners: ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was in my friend’s wedding a year ago, and now her anniversary is coming up. However, in the last six months, it does not seem like the marriage is going well, and I’m honestly ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I live in a great neighborhood with wonderful neighbors. A few of the ladies in my cul-de-sac have become close: looking out for each other, picking up delivered packages if they’re ...

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DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was at a convenience store, with my arms full of groceries. There were three tall young men standing near the register in a group, and I asked if they were in line. They said yes ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: How can I become a better listener and not think I’m always right? GENTLE READER: Practice. (Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her ...

Barney Miller star Hal Linden opened up about the end of his iconic sitcom 43 years ago. During a June 2025 appearance with his former co-star Max Gail at The Hollywood Show in Burbank, CA, Linden, 94 ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: If someone comes downstairs in the morning, who should be the one to say “hello” (or “good morning,” etc.) first: the one already downstairs, or the one who comes down and enters ...