Pickets oppose compensation (The Oregonian)
VANCOUVER — Opponents of a proposed land-rights initiative got an early start on their campaign Thursday, carrying signs in Vancouver and other Washington cities.

Want Minty Fresh Breath? Win This.
We all love that minty, fresh-breath feeling, but sometimes we just can’t get to the toothbrush.

Owner cries foul over cat’s breath (Miami Herald)
Dr. Michael Fox / Pet Doctor Q: Is there anything I can do for my 9-year-old cat’s very bad breath? I took her to the vet, and he found no abscesses, no tooth decay, no gum disease and very little tartar. Her mouth was very healthy. However, her breath is awful. I can smell it even when she’s grooming herself. She eats many flavors of moist food and always her dry food and water.

Simple Steps Bring Sweeter Breath
Some simple measures can help put a muzzle on bad breath, according to an article in the June issue of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter .

Indecision over a former boyfriend (Sun Star)
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