1+ hour, 39+ min ago (223+ words) DEAR MISS MANNERS: In a supermarket, I had a conversation with the family of a very noisy child, about 6 years old. I protested the noise, while Mom defended it vigorously. I walked away and continued my shopping. A few minutes later, the store manager stopped by to tell me that "disrespecting children" was against store policy and would not be tolerated. She referred me to the company website, but of course, I could find no such policy statement. Why must members of the public be disrespected by unruly, misbehaving, noisy children, and then defended by adults who should know better? I am not a fan of authoritarian or permissive parenting, and believe in the principle of a community of equal dignity. Sometimes, a parent should address the noisy behavior of a child rather than ignore it -- especially in a public…...

2+ hour, 39+ min ago (280+ words) My sister believes his story that I cut him off. Since she was never treated poorly, she doesn't believe that I was. Dear Abby: My father disowned me and my sister sides with him DEAR ABBY: While we were growing up, my father was abusive toward me and favored my younger sister. He said she was "too dumb to be successful," so he pushed me mercilessly (punishing me when I wasn't perfect) and mostly left her alone. As an adult, I finally found the strength to ask him to treat me right. I suggested we go to family counseling to improve our communication. My father agreed initially, then said he was too busy (he's retired) and refused to go. He then cut me off and announced to the family that he was disowning me. My sister believes his story that…...

2+ hour, 39+ min ago (316+ words) He says he feels the same. We're different people now. We haven't taken it any further than talking and texting. Dear Abby: Sparks fly when ex comes back in my life DEAR ABBY: My son is 27. He has had some problems recently that were so serious I reached out to his father. His father and I were teenagers when we had him, so the last time we spoke was 18 years ago. Our relationship was really toxic, which is why we split when we were young. (We both had other children.) Since we've begun talking again, we have shared that the relationships we're in now aren't good. Mine is verbally and emotionally abusive. (He used to be physically abusive until two years ago.) Abby, all my feelings for my ex have come back, and he says he feels the same. We're…...

4+ hour, 20+ min ago (498+ words) DETROIT " Michigan State's season is over. The biggest question surrounding the program remains unanswered. Although the Spartans (4-8, 1-8 Big Ten) beat Maryland 38-28 on Saturday night at Ford Field in the finale to snap an eight-game skid, there's still no word if second-year coach Jonathan Smith will be back in 2026. Athletic director J Batt has remained silent and didn't make himself available to the media after Saturday's win. "We have continued to conversate through the week, I'm sure we'll be talking again in the coming days," Smith said of Batt before being asked if he has been told definitively about his future. "Don't have that." Smith has a 9-15 record in two seasons " not counting wins vacated over a three-year span due to NCAA violations under former coach Mel Tucker. Speculation about his job security has swirled for more than a month and…...

4+ hour, 22+ min ago (552+ words) Michigan State Spartans host Maryland at Ford Field DETROIT " For Michigan State, the 2025 season has been full of disappointment and defeat. The future of the program is still unknown, but for one more night, they get to enjoy the taste of a win. The Spartans ended an eight-game losing streak and earned a lone victory in Big Ten play Saturday night at Ford Field against Maryland. While MSU's season ends, getting to finish on their own terms isn't something they'll be taking for granted. "Really happy and proud of that locker room. Been through a lot," coach Jonathan Smith said. "Long season, some down, some disappointment, definitely frustration, but really proud of them as they continued to battle, went to work, played and practiced with energy and so happy for them to come out with a win like they did. " The…...

4+ hour, 38+ min ago (536+ words) CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kaley Cuoco, 40; Elisha Cuthbert, 43; Ben Stiller, 60; Billy Idol, 70. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Indulge in activities that are conducive to meeting new people or developing a closer connection to someone you love. Positive change begins with you and how you conduct yourself physically, intellectually and emotionally. Refuse to let insecurities cost you due to an inability to tell it like it is. A change of heart requires action. 4 stars CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participation and interaction will lead to opportunities for positive lifestyle changes. Think outside the box, use your imagination and be the one to make things happen. Utilize your skills to fit demands, and financial gains will follow. A networking event or reunion with past associates will result in unexpected offers that are worth checking out. 2 stars LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Mix business with pleasure; attend professional…...

6+ hour, 40+ min ago (295+ words) The Detroit Red Wings power play failed them on Saturday, but at least they escaped with a point. Morgan Geekie scored a pair of goals in regulation and Casey Middelstadt tallied the lone goal in the shootout to lift the Boston Bruins to a 3-2 victory at TD Garden. The Red Wings (13-11-2) are winless in four (0-3-1) but snapped a three-game regulation losing streak. Jeremy Swayman made 24 saves, including three during a Detroit power play in overtime, and denied all three shooters in the shootout " Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat. The Red Wings went 0 for 5 on the power play, registering six shots. These teams meet again Tuesday at Little Caesars Arena (7 p.m., FanDuel Sports Network). Michael Rasmussen tied it at 2-2 with 1:54 remaining in regulation after Cam Talbot was pulled for the extra skater. He went to the net and converted a…...

8+ hour, 17+ min ago (577+ words) Michigan football hosts Ohio State 2025 ANN ARBOR " After Michigan hammered Central Michigan 63-3 in Week 3, interim coach Biff Poggi heaped praise onto true freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood. The No. 1 overall recruit in the 2025 class dazzled against the Chippewas, throwing for 235 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 114 yards and two scores. CMU wasn't a formidable foe, but the signal-caller of Michigan's present and future appeared to have arrived on the college scene. "We need to do a DNA test on him because he could be Batman," Poggi said of Underwood. There were no superhero moments, though, from the former Belleville High star on Saturday in Michigan's regular season finale against its archrival. Underwood threw for a season-low 63 yards on 8-of-18 passing in the 27-9 loss to No. 1 Ohio State. "I just want him to feel the feeling he feels right now," head…...

8+ hour, 36+ min ago (216+ words) The Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins wrap up the extended home-and-home on Tuesday night. You can find the best seats at Little Caesars Arena for an affordable price. This will be the second time these two Original Six foes have met in less than a week, as the Red Wings visited the Bruins in Boston on Saturday night. The Red Wings are still far away from proving they are a lock to make it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2016. However, there are many reasons that this team could end the drought. From veteran scoring threats like Patrick Kane and captain Dylan Larkin to young and talented rookies, the team hopes to keep itself in the running for a postseason spot. The Red Wings face off with a Bruins team that is much improved after…...

9+ hour, 19+ min ago (485+ words) DETROIT " Michigan State fans don't think they had very unrealistic expectations for the 2025 season. Show growth under coach Jonathan Smith, try to get to six wins for bowl eligibility and just be more competitive in games. But it quickly became apparent the season was headed the wrong way and now amid an eight-game winning streak there are calls for change in the program. However, as other teams around them are either backing their current coaches or beginning searches for their next one, MSU has remained silent and it's causing concern for fans. "If you're going to fire him after this game, you got to do it quick because you need to be able to give those recruits some stability and not even just recruits, but the people on the team," Landon Ferris from Royal Oak said ahead of MSU's season-finale…...