Augus 2, 2021
The Star
Weekly SUDOKU
by Linda Thistle
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You
still might have to deal with some lin-
gering confusion that marked a recent
workplace situation. But for the most
part, you should now be 'well on your
way to your next project.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A
new commitment might demand more
time than you’d expected to have to
give it. But rely on that special Bovine
gift for patience, and stick with it.
You’ll be glad you did.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)
You’re earning the admiration of a lot
of people who like the way you handle
yourself when your views are on the
line. Even one or two of your detrac—
tors are being won over.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Tak—
ing your responsibilities seriously is
what you do. But ease up on the pres-
sure gauge and make time for much
needed R & R. Start by making this
weekend a “just for fun” time zone.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some
recently uncovered information might
make a change of plans inevitable. If so,
deal with it as quickly as possible, and
then find out what went wrong and why.
What you learn might surprise you.
VIRGO (August 23 to September
22) Aspects favor moving carefiilly
and deliberately when making any
significant changes. Could be there are
more facts you need to know, which
you might overlook if you rush things.
- Coffee filters make wonderful
glass cleaners. They leave behind no
streaks and no residual lint.
- Berries are in season, and there’s
no greater time to stock up. But don’t
feel like you have to make jam out of
all the berries. Freeze in a single lay-
er and transfer to a freezer—safe bag or
container. Later they can be popped
into muffins and quick breads, as well
as eaten straight out of the bag for a
delicious treat.
- “Do you love burgers? Here ’5 a great
thing our family does that saves money
and is very handy: When ground beef
goes on sale, we buy a large quantity
and premake many burger patties, sea—
soned and shaped just as we like them.
Then we separate them with butcher’s
paper cut into squares. We put them in
stacks, and then into empty bread bags
to store in the freezer. When we are
getting ready to cook out, the patties
don’t have to be all the way defrosted,
just put on the grill and cooked up!”—
AJ. in Florida
- Okra, which is at its peak July
through September, makes an excel-
lent stew thickener. But it’s quite yum-
my on the grill as well, brushed with
olive oil and lightly seasoned. Just be
sure you don’t wash it until you are
ready to use it. There’s a natural pro-
tective coating on it, and if you wash it
off, it’ll get slimy.
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doormat?
2. Whereisagoodplaceto
go when you're broke?
3. What question must be
answered ‘Yes”?
4. What was the best bet ever
made?
5. What do you lose every
time you stand up?
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LIBRA (September 23 to October
22) A problem neighbor might be
looking to goad you into an action you
don’t want to take. Ask someone you
both respect if he or she would act as
an impartial arbitrator for both of you.
SCORPIO (October 23 to Novem-
ber 21) A recent workplace accom-
plishment hasn’t been overlooked by
those who watch these things. Mean-
while, start making travel plans for
that much-too-long-deferred trip with
someone special. '
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to
December 21) Those money matters
continue to move in your favor. Now
would be a good time to start putting
some money back into the house, both
' for esthetic as well as economic reasons.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to
January 19) A changing workplace
environment can create job pressures.
But, once again, follow the example
of your birth sign and take things a
step at a time, like the sure-footed
Goat you are.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to Febru-
ary 18) Cheer up. You could soon have
the funds you need for your worthy
project. Your generous gifts of time and
effort are well known, and someone
might decide it’s time to join with you.
PISCES (February 19 to March
20) Your inner scam-catcher is right
on target, and you’re absolutely right
to reject that too-good-to-be—true
offer. Meanwhile, something positive
should be making its way to you.
YOU BORN THIS WEEK: You
are generous and also sympathetic to
people who find they need the help of
other people.
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1 . Which single artist released “Hold
Tight” as a dance cover in 1977?
2. Name the singer-songwriter who
released “All by Myself.”
3. What was the first Jackson Five
song to top the charts?
4. Which ‘Beatle released “Got My
Mind Set on You” as a single? ‘
5. Name the song that contains this
lyric: “Sometimes a love won’t let go,
Hard as I try I know it shows, Every-
body’s telling me you’ll be over her
eventually.”
Answers
1. Vicki Sue Robinson. The song
only reached No. 67 on the Billboard
chart, but went to No. 2 on the dance
chart.
2. Eric Carmen, in 1976. The verse
is said to be based on Rachmaninoff ’s
Piano Concerto No. 2. It’s not the only
Rachmaninoff music that Carmen
used as the basis for a song.
3. “I Want You Back,” in 1970. It
was first performed on “The Holly-
wood Palace” TV show in late 1969.
Michael Jackson was 11 years old at
the time.
4. George Harrison, in 1987.
5. “Who’s Holding Donna Now,”
by DeBarge, in 1985. The song shot
to N0. 1 on the Adult contemporary
chart, as did their first top 10 release,
“Rhythm of the Night.” DeBarge was
made up of family members, mostly
siblings.
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1. GEOGRAPHY: In which European
city would you find the Spanish Steps?
2. TELEVISION: What were the
names of the parents on the animated
TV show “The Jetsons”? ‘
3. LITERATURE: Which 20th-cen-
tury novel begins with the line, “This
is my favorite book in all the world,
though I have never read it”?
4. U.S. STATES: What is the state
capital of Nevada?
5. HISTORY: What was the pen
name used to publish The Federalist
Papers in 1787-88?
6. ADVERTISING: What product is
advertised in commercials that feature
The Most Interesting Man in the World?
7. MOVIES: Which movie features
the often-quoted line, “Round up the
usual suspects”?
8. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of
fish produces caviar?
9. ENTERTAINERS: What were
the names of the sock puppets used by
ventriloquist Shari Lewis?
10. SCIENCE: How many elements
are on the Periodic Table?
Answers
1.,Rome, Italy
2. George and Jane Jetson
3. “The Princess Bride"
4. Carson City
5. Publius
6. Dos Equis beer
7. “Casablanca”
8. Sturgeon
9. Lamb Chop, Charlie Horse, Hush
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1. In a 2004 ESPN special called “Util-
ityman: The Quest for Cooperstown,”
comedians Randy and Jason Sklar
campaigned to get what player into the
National Baseball Hall of Fame?
2. Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve
Atwater was a hard-hitting safety for
the Denver Broncos from 1989-98,
but he played his final season in 1999
with what team?
3. In November 2014, what 47-year-
old goaltending coach for the Buffa-
lo Sabres suited up as an emergency
backup netminder?
4. What Ohio State Buckeyes men’s
basketball player was named Big Ten
CoePlayer of the Year in 1999 and
won the Frances Pomeroy Naismith
Award (for the best shorter-than-aver-
age player)
5. In 2001, the Baltimore Ravens
were featured in the first season of
what long-runnirg HBO documenta-
ry series?
6. In roller deny, the players who
score points andwear stars on their
helmets are knowr as what?
7. “You got a belt—up glove, a home—
made bat and a brand—new pair of
shoes” are lyrics I) what 1985 song by
John Fogerty?
Answers
1. Jose Oquendo.
2. The New York Jets.
3. Arturs Irbe.
4. Scoonie Penn.
5. “Hard Knocks.”
6. The jammers.
7. “Centerfield.”
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unscrambled and used to form the word asked for.
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2. A great summertime drink. dome + loan
3. He guards and herds animals. hogs + deep
4. A great place for a race. weed pays
5. Wrongdoings. dims + seed
6. An ill-mannered act. dens + sure
7. Every car has one. tore + dome
8. A sturdy blue cloth. gear + dune
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