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So, what is detox? Detox is short for detoxification; it’s the body's natural, process of neutralizing or eliminating toxins from the body. Toxins (anything that can potentially harm body tissue) are transformed into less harmful compounds and…MORE

The news this week focusing on swine flu is quite concerning to many. In Mexico, people have died, there have been cases in the U.S. (although none in Washington, as of this writing).

It’s disturbing to think that whatever disease we “…MORE

Three Ballard High School students were awarded at the National Film Festival for Talented Youth April 25 and five others had their films accepted to the Westport Youth Film Festival.

"Left Side," a documentary by Esther Magasis, Andy Tran…MORE

Directed by Clint Eastwood Rated R (Three Stars)

As an actor and as a director, Clint Eastwood has always been defined by his edges. Everything about him is chiseled and gruff; he seems decidedly uncomfortable with softness of any sort.…MORE

Despite Saturday's overcast skies, the Ballard Locks welcomed more than just tugs, but also many pleasure boats. too, and even more onlookers.

The flyer underneath the "for sale" sign describes a lot “big enough for the most lush garden parties, croquet, lawn bowling or your own ‘field of dreams.’” But for the daughter of the woman who lived in the house for 56 out of its 101 years that…MORE

Conrad Wesselhoeft has a lot of fun with his poodle, Django (pronounced JANGO), who was named after the Belgian gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt.

Conrad describes him as "back of the class smart," because, while Django failed…MORE

The Highland Park Improvement Club held its first annual Wine for our Times event. More than 60 wine tasters paid a $10 admission and bought a bottle of their favorite $10 wine to contribute. The proceeds, including those collected from their…MORE

"State of Play" Dir. Kevin Macdonald PG-13, 127 min.

If you have seen a preview for "State of Play," you already know whether or not you would enjoy it. It is what it advertises itself as, a political thriller, and offers nothing new to…MORE

If you are into art glass you probably know her. If you go to the local garden shows around the town, you’ve probably seen her work, or maybe spoken to her. Barbara Sanderson of Glass Gardens NW is working away to “the next best thing” in the…MORE