DEAR MISS MANNERS: Is it OK to give someone an item that one found? I found a really nice bracelet at a park. I took it to my jeweler, who confirmed that it was made of 14-karat white gold, with ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I hosted a longtime friend of mine for 10 days at our home. She had told me she enjoys staying with friends for extended periods, finding it an efficient way to ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have discovered that my husband’s small business has been sending out birthday/anniversary cards addressed to clients by their first names (e.g., Joe Smith).

Advice Miss Manners: The sales clerk was trying to be helpful, but I really wanted her to leave me alone Published: Jul. 24, 2025, 9:15 a.m.

Advice Miss Manners: Is it rude to tell my guests their kids need to get off their devices at mealtime? Published: Jul. 26, 2025, 5:42 a.m.

Advice Miss Manners: A friend referred to me as a cougar, should I tell him I don’t appreciate this term? Published: Jul. 11, 2025, 8:00 p.m.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: After 25 years at the same company, my role was eliminated by the parent corporation. When it comes to former co-workers, who should call whom after such a job loss? I consider ...

Advice Miss Manners: My friend’s actions suggest my guest room isn’t good enough Published: Jul. 22, 2025, 9:30 a.m.