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www.nytimes.com
6 days ago
Wellness

How to Bargain Like a Kidnap Negotiator

Establish a 'red center' for negotiation success.
Preparation and maintaining focus are key in successful negotiations.
los-angeles-dodgers
Dodger Blue
1 week ago
LA Dodgers

Mookie Betts Embracing Learning Curve As Dodgers Shortstop

Mookie Betts transitioned to shortstop due to Gavin Lux's issues
Betts is gaining confidence at shortstop through preparation and a positive mindset.
Dodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Spring Training: Freddie Freeman Planning 'To Play A Lot'

Freeman values preparation and consistency in his approach to the regular season
He aims for around 40 at-bats in spring training to get his body ready for the upcoming MLB season
Dodger Blue
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: David Peralta 'Feeling Really Good' With Hitting

The Los Angeles Dodgers took down the Chicago White Sox in a much-needed win on Tuesday, fueled by power swings from Will Smith and David Peralta in the first inning.Their pair of two-run blasts provided all the run support needed to carry L.A. to a 5-1 win and Peralta's was the Dodgers' 20th first-inning home run of the season, which leads Major League Baseball.
Dodger Blue
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Fan Of MLB Balanced Schedule

Major League Baseball announced a wave of changes to the game prior to the 2023 season, which most notably included the pitch timer, restrictions on defensive shifts and larger bases.But one other change was made to MLB moving forward with a balanced schedule.The new balanced schedule requires all teams to play each other every season, regardless of their league or division.
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New York Mets
Faithandfearinflushing
1 week ago
New York Mets

Tidings at the Ides

Spring Training games don't necessarily reflect regular season outcomes.
Mets' Spring record of 9-8-1 indicates things are progressing as expected.
New York Post
1 month ago
New York Mets

Carlos Mendoza opens up about Mets expectations, managerial approach: 'High standards'

Developing team culture is key for success
Preparation and teamwork are essential in managing challenges
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Epicurious
2 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

Light-as-Air Japanese Cheesecake

Prepare the pan carefully by lining with parchment paper and sugar, and tightly wrapping in foil to prevent water damage.
Combine ingredients methodically, like lemon sugar, dry ingredients, and cream cheese mixture, for a successful Japanese cheesecake.
Entrepreneur
2 weeks ago
Podcast

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of a Podcast Guest Appearance | Entrepreneur

Being a podcast guest is a sign of success in the current marketplace.
Preparation is key to making the most of a podcast appearance.
competition
Yahoo Sports
4 weeks ago
San Jose Sharks

Short-handed goals lift Firebirds to comfortable home win over San Jose

Short-handed goals can be a game-changer in hockey.
Rest and preparation play a significant role in the team's performance.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Girls

Meet the First Woman to Sail the Voyage for Madmen'

The nonstop, round-the-world Golden Globe Race has become a banner of retro sailing, or sailing like it's 1968.Entrants for the competition, which begins and ends in Les Sable d'Olonne, France, are required to sail small boats alone, using only pre-1960s-era technology no satellite communication, autopilot, cellphones or radar.
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Soccer (FIFA)
BBC Sport
4 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Leicester daring to dream of FA Cup glory - Coady

Leicester City aims for FA Cup glory after win against Bournemouth
Conor Coady emphasizes the importance of the FA Cup to the club
BBC Sport
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Evenly-balanced' Euros group gives Scotland hope

Scotland have been drawn in an evenly-balanced Euro 2024 group with Germany, Hungary, and Switzerland.
Scotland's head coach, Steve Clarke, is pleased to have clarity and can now start preparing for the matches.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Jamaica criticise 'subpar' World Cup support

Jamaican footballers, including Manchester City's Khadija Shaw, have expressed their "utmost disappointment" in the "subpar" support from the country's football federation in the lead up to the Women's World Cup.In an open letter, the Reggae Girlz have called for "immediate and systematic change" within the Jamaica Football Federation.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Scotland 'learned from mistakes' last summer

Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio Scotland Extra, follow live text coverage on the BBC Sport website & app, watch highlights on BBC One Scotland & BBC iPlayer

Scotland have "learned from our mistakes" after last summer's defeats by Ukraine and Republic of Ireland as they prepare for Euro 2024 qualifiers.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Man City's Treble winners to join England squad

England's Treble-winning Manchester City players will join the Three Lions squad on Tuesday in preparation for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers.Defenders Kyle Walker and John Stones and midfielders Kalvin Phillips, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish are due to arrive at St George's Park.The City players celebrated their achievement with an open-top bus parade in Manchester on Monday.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

I'm aware I've broken dreams - Pauw on squad calls

Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw said informing omitted players of their World Cup fate was "devastating" as she made 75 telephone calls when deciding her 31-strong training squad.Pauw also called the players left out a second time and said the Football Association of Ireland will provide support to those who missed out.
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

'Cerebral' Tyler Glasnow makes Dodgers debut, targets series start in South Korea

Tyler Glasnow is described as cerebral and shows thorough preparation.
Glasnow is focused on personal preparation and is likely to start in the Dodgers' season-opening series in Korea.
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Fifty at-bats: Shohei Ohtani sets his spring training goal with an eye toward opening day

Ohtani aims for 50 spring training at-bats to prepare for the season
His batting practice methods include facing pitchers and a high-tech pitching machine.
Dodgers Nation
4 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Mookie Betts Trying Different Offseason Approach to Combat Postseason Struggles

Mookie Betts is already preparing for next season and focusing on improving his performance in the postseason.
The Dodgers' offense is heavily reliant on Betts, and when he doesn't produce, the team tends to struggle.
The Dodgers' front office will be making significant investments in new players this offseason.
Dodgers Digest
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers @ Phillies June 10, 2023: Miller starts as Dodgers try to not get walked off - Dodgers Digest

The Dodgers are struggling a bit, as last night marked their fifth loss in the last seven games and their third straight loss of the walkoff variety.The Dodgers ended their series with the Nationals with a loss, but were still a half game up in the NL West.Today, they're 2.5 behind the Diamondbacks, who have won three straight and eight of their last 10.
Pats Pulpit
1 month ago
New England Patriots

DeMarcus Covington planning on calling defensive plays for Patriots

DeMarcus Covington named Patriots new defensive coordinator and play caller
Covington prepares for new role by getting practice reps on field and in the classroom
Pats Pulpit
3 months ago
New England Patriots

How a short week changed Bailey Zappe's preparation for the better

Bailey Zappe bounced back from a rough first start by putting in extra work and mental preparation for his second start.
Zappe's mental work paid off as he led the New England Patriots offense to a fast start and connected with Hunter Henry for two touchdowns.
Boston.com
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Devin McCourty stopped by Norwood High School to give students a pep talk for finals

Patriots "Put in the hard work and then believe in yourself and go be confident."While the students of Norwood High School might be dealing with stress as final exams begin, a former Patriots player made a timely appearance to provide some reassurance.Devin McCourty, who retired in March after 13 seasons and three Super Bowl wins in New England, gave a quick pep talk during an interview he did with NHS-TV.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

7 most interesting storylines at Patriots mandatory minicamp

The New England Patriots ' offseason workout program is almost in the books.Before the team heads off to its vacation, however, there is one more big item on the calendar: mandatory minicamp.The Patriots' 2023 minicamp, which is the only must-attend event for players throughout the spring, will be kicked off on Monday.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots roster breakdown: Kayshon Boutte is a low-risk, high-reward addition to the offense

With the NFL free agency and draft both in the rear-view mirror, and the final phase of voluntary offseason workouts underway, the New England Patriots are officially "on to 2023."At the moment, the Patriots 89 players on their roster.Only 53 of those players will be able to survive roster cutdowns and ultimately make the active team, with others competing for practice squad spots.
Entrepreneur
1 month ago
Career

Avoid Costly Hiring Mistakes With These Essential Tips | Entrepreneur

Bad hires can be costly financially and affect morale
Preparation is key in the hiring process
https://www.rogerebert.com/
1 month ago
Career

Bill Bradley is Ready to Tell His Own Story | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Spike Lee advised to lose the music and trust yourself.
Bill Bradley compared getting ready for a performance to preparing for a basketball game.
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Career

How to have a great business trip

Be prepared by packing all necessary items for your business trip
Give yourself extra time to avoid rushing and arrive relaxed
Troy Record
1 month ago
New York Yankees

Yankees need better health to have successful season

Yankees had the third-most games lost to injuries last season leading to them missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
Players like Cortes and Rodón are focusing on proper preparation in the offseason to prevent injuries.
Steelers Wire
1 month ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

4 Steelers takeaways from the Super Bowl

The Super Bowl provided lessons that can be applied to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The game highlighted the importance of teamwork and preparation.
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Food & drink

Rachel Roddy's recipe for potato, cavolo nero and bechamel bake | A kitchen in Rome

Cavolo nero should be stripped of its tough midrib before cooking for a more satisfying texture.
Raw cavolo nero needs to be massaged with salt and oil to relax the fibers before eating.
Eater
1 month ago
Food & drink

Should You Bring a Jacket to Dine Out? Pack a Coat Tote

A coat tote is a convenient way to carry essential items for dining out.
The tote can include items like gum, chapstick, deodorant, perfume, and a light layer of clothing.
Eater
9 months ago
Food & drink

How Stuart Brioza Built a Restaurant Around Fried Quail

At San Francisco's State Bird Provisions, chef and owner Stuart Brioza built the entire menu around a dish of fried quail.The decision isn't too surprising if one reads into the name of the restaurant.Brioza knew he wanted the California state bird, a quail, to be at the center of the menu.But he says the restaurant's name, originally "State Bird with Provisions," was initially just a placeholder.
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

California braces for major storm: Flooding, snow, winds possible in LA, Sierra, Sacramento

A dangerous storm is expected to hit California, bringing the potential for flooding, mudslides, and heavy snow.
The storm could bring record-breaking precipitation across the state, with strong winds causing power outages and minor flooding.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
California

Skid Row receivership in danger of financial collapse, leaving 1,500 tenants at risk

(Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

The receivership overseeing the welfare of 1,500 tenants in Skid Row is verging on insolvency, unable to borrow money and piling up $1.7 million in unpaid bills.The financial circumstances have become so dire that Mark Adams, the receiver in charge of 29 properties owned by Skid Row Housing Trust, is asking for emergency action from a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge, or else he said he'll have to cancel security contracts, lay off his staff and surrender the effort.
San Francisco 49ers
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

CMC ready for three-week layoff to end, make his 49ers return vs. Pack

Christian McCaffrey's preparation for his return to the field has been praised by his coaches, likening it to that of Hall of Famers like Peyton Manning and Jonathan Ogden.
McCaffrey downplays his methods, stating that it takes whatever it takes to do his job effectively.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Shanahan is confident 49ers' break won't impact Purdy in playoffs

Brock Purdy's performance won't be affected by the 49ers' two-week break
The team has been keeping Purdy active and prepared during the break
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Shanahan wasn't 'surprised' by Packers' upset win over Cowboys

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan wasn't surprised by the Packers' performance against the Cowboys in the playoffs.
The 49ers started preparing for the Packers halfway into the Cowboys' game.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Packers QB Love reacts to facing 'talented' 49ers in divisional round

Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers are preparing to face the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round of the playoffs.
The 49ers will have had a first-round bye and the Packers only have five days to prepare for the game.
49ers Webzone
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Kyle Shanahan discusses 49ers' playoff scouting strategy

The San Francisco 49ers prioritized staying healthy in their Week 18 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Defensive end Clelin Ferrell and safety Tayler Hawkins were the only significant injuries reported after the game.
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NESN.com
3 months ago
Boston Bruins

Bruins' Less Than Energetic Play Leads To Boston's Loss Vs. Sabres

The Boston Bruins had a lack of energy and preparation in their game against the Buffalo Sabres
Head coach Jim Montgomery took responsibility for the team's performance
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Eintracht Frankfurt's Dino Toppmoller knows the danger that Bayern Munich presents

Eintracht Frankfurt is preparing for a challenging Bundesliga showdown against Bayern Munich and sees it as an opportunity to prove themselves against the best team in Germany.
The team is determined to show a clear reaction and improve from their recent losses, emphasizing the need for effort and commitment on the pitch.
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Winterpause: Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer on club's winter break plans

Bayern Munich will not be traveling abroad for a warm-weather training camp during the winter break.
The decision was due to the limited time available for preparation before the first game against Hoffenheim on January 12.
TechBeamers
4 months ago
Software development

Cracking the Coding Interview: How a Young Girl Made Her Way to Alphabet, Apple, and Amazon

Coding interviews are a key part of the hiring process for tech companies.
Preparation and research are crucial for success in coding interviews.
Passion and determination are necessary to succeed in coding interviews at top tech companies.
Scary Mommy
4 months ago
Cooking

23 Kitchen Safety Tips To Teach Your Tween For Those Viral TikTok Recipes

Kitchen safety for kids includes proper hygiene, using knives correctly, and being prepared with the right tools.
Allowing kids to have independence in the kitchen can be done safely by teaching them these key principles.
Chicago Tribune
9 months ago
Chicago

One year post-Roe, a wave of abortion providers has come to Illinois

The patient narratives were displayed on a screen in the lobby of the new central Illinois abortion clinic on a recent weekend.One abortion seeker traveled hundreds of miles from Florida to end a 22-week pregnancy following a birth control failure."I have infant twins and my previous birth/labor was so traumatic," the patient said.
Chicago Tribune
9 months ago
Chicago

Clarence Page: Migrant crisis gives Chicago diversity a stress test

America's latest migrant crisis has come to Chicago and, in an unfortunately Chicago-style way, threatens to reopen old divisions over race, ethnicity and whether new arrivals might be getting helped before others in need who are already here.With migrant families sleeping on the floor of police stations and the city running out of space and resources for the unhoused, the City Council approved $51 million in migrant aid last week, after considerable shouting and gnashing of teeth.
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
9 months ago
Mental health

How To Tell Someone You Have Feelings For Them Without Awkwardness

Prepare yourself for the potential outcome of the conversation. Be aware that it is possible for the other person to reject your feelings or even for the conversation to become uncomfortable.
Be clear and direct about your feelings. Express how you feel in a straightforward manner so there is no room for misinterpretation.
Respect the other person’s feelings and give them space to process your words. Allow them time to consider your feelings without feeling pressured to respond.
www.cnn.com
9 months ago
US politics

White House preparations for state dinner with India's Modi include plant-based chef and violinist Joshua Bell

Preparations are underway at the White House as President Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden will welcome India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington for an official state visit on Thursday, rolling out pomp and circumstance at a state dinner in the evening as the two countries reaffirm close ties.
www.cnn.com
9 months ago
US politics

What to watch for during Trump's court appearance

Donald Trump will appear in a federal courthouse in Miami Tuesday afternoon for an unprecedented and historic court appearance as the first former president to face federal charges in US history.Trump is expected to be taken into custody and placed under arrest by US Marshals and arraigned during a 3 p.m. ET court hearing before a magistrate judge.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US politics

A Message for Russia as NATO Members Stage Major Air Exercise

The largest military air exercises in Europe since the end of the Cold War began in Germany on Monday, as fighter jets, bombers and cargo planes took to the air in a pointed demonstration to Russia of how NATO would respond if attacked.The war games have been long in the works, but took on added urgency after the invasion of Ukraine, which alarmed NATO members that lie in the shadow of Russia and jolted the military alliance into reinventing itself after years of torpor.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Dining

Why Egusi Is More Than Just a Great Soup

Every cook has at least one hard-to-get ingredient that they know they can find almost anywhere they are, as long as they're persistent.For me, it's the egusi seed.Even after moving from Nigeria to the United States, I've always been able to find these off-white seeds, dried and peeled, harvested from the gourd-like fruit of a climbing vine native to West Africa.
www.france24.com
9 months ago
France news

Evacuation of Kyiv icons takes fight for Ukraine's heritage to Louvre in Paris

CULTURE WAR The Louvre in Paris is hosting some of Ukraine's most treasured works of art that were secretly evacuated from Kyiv to shield them from the war.Their exhibition at the world's best-known museum highlights the role played by culture and heritage as Ukraine resists Russian attempts to deny both its past and present.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

University staff read applicants' personal statements for two minutes study

University applicants' personal statements are read for just two minutes on average, a report has suggested.The majority of higher education admissions professionals said decisions about which applicants should be offered a university or college place are primarily made on the basis of grades, a survey found.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
UK politics

Farewell, Boris Johnson: Britain will not miss your attempts to play Trump | Simon Jenkins

He's gone.Again.Ducking and swerving, crashing and picking himself up, Boris Johnson is a political wrecker.He smashed David Cameron's leadership with his mendacious Brexit campaign, and then retuned it to smash Theresa May.When he won and reached Downing Street, he made it a music-hall turn.The government was reduced to a shambles over Partygate, and was found to have broken the law during lockdown.
Dodger Blue
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Suggests Change Ahead With Noah Syndergaard

When Noah Syndergaard signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, he expressed hope - if not confidence - their pitching coaches would help him rebound from an inconsistent 2022 season with the Los Angeles Angels and Philadelphia Phillies.Now 12 starts into his Dodgers career, it's become apparent Syndergaard may not be long for the rotation.
Hogs Haven
9 months ago
Washington Redskins

Ron Rivera on Cole Turner: He's got a really good grasp of the offense so far.

Washington tight end Cole Turner has more off-season buzz after some off-season practices.As a rookie last year, Turner also made waves after OTA's and minicamps, which spotlighted him heading into training camp.His 6'6" frame, in addition to his impressive catch radius, excited coaches, media, and fans with the in-game mismatches that he could create.
Dodger Blue
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Noah Syndergaard Remaining In Dodgers Rotation For Start Against Reds

Noah Syndergaard is scheduled to start for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds.Manager Dave Roberts made the announcement days after declining to answer if Syndergaard would make his next start.Syndergaard struggled through five innings of a no-decision against the Washington Nationals, surrendering a season-high three home runs in the Dodgers' 10-6 loss.
MLB Trade Rumors
9 months ago
Major League Baseball

The Opener: Dodgers, Angels, Steele

As the 2023 regular season continues, here are three things we'll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world throughout the day today:
1. Dodgers' prospect to debut: According to Juan Toribio of MLB.com, the Dodgers are set to call up right-hander Emmet Sheehan to make his major league debut today.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

'Attached at the hip.' Dodgers reunion has Mookie Betts, J.D. Martinez back at star heights

As the Dodgers neared their free-agent signing of J.D. Martinez this winter, Andrew Friedman reached out to his superstar right fielder.The Dodgers president of baseball operations didn't exactly need an endorsement for Martinez, a five-time All-Star and three-time Silver Slugger Award winner who could help bolster an offense going through a marked offseason turnover.
Breaking Muscle
9 months ago
Exercise

Brian Shaw Diagrams His 10,000-Calorie Diet Before Last Strongman Contest - Breaking Muscle

Shaw is pulling out all the stops in the kitchen before his retirement.Brian Shaw has just one strongman competition left in his career - the eponymous 2023 Shaw Classic (SC) on August 19-20, 2023, in Loveland, CO.The sport of strongman will soon officially soldier on without one of the greatest strongmen of all time, at least with him as an active competing participant.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Sports

Bringing Some Loud NASCAR to Le Mans

When the possibility of a NASCAR Cup Series car competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race was first discussed two years ago, there was some surprise.I talked to a few people, traditional sports-car folks and traditional racing folks, and when I told them about the project, they were scratching their head like, You're going to do what?' John Doonan, president of the International Motor Sports Association, said in an interview.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Noah Syndergaard probably headed to injured list after another bad start in Dodgers loss

(Jeff Dean / Associated Press)

When it comes to their approach with Noah Syndergaard lately, the Dodgers have looked like a desperate blackjack player unable to leave the table.Lose, bet again.Lose, bet again.Lose, bet yet again.On Wednesday, that latest gamble worked out the same way as the others.
TechRepublic
9 months ago
Information security

CISA advisory on LockBit: $91 million extorted from 1,700 attacks since 2020

Cybercriminals have been using the Lockbit ransomware to target organizations in the United States and around the world.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an advisory warning organizations of the risk of Lockbit ransomware attacks and how to protect against them.
Organizations should ensure their networks are monitored for suspicious activity, back-up and regularly update their systems, and use multi-factor authentication for remote access.
EuroPython Blog
9 months ago
Python

EuroPython June 2023 Newsletter

Hey there ????
We have a few updates to share!TL;DR version: Our programme has been finalised, remote tickets are up for sale and we have a whole bunch of fun events and workshops planned throughout the course of the conference.???? Programme
Our list of sessions with the selected talk, tutorials and posters are out now on https://ep2023.europython.eu/sessions.
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
9 months ago
Intellectual property law

WIPO is seeking a Full-Time Legal Officer in Geneva Office - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is seeking a Legal Officer in the Legislative, Policy and Technology Advice Section of the Patent and Technology Law Division, Patents and Technology Sector.The Division is responsible for the implementation of WIPO's strategic goal concerning the balanced evolution of the international normative framework for intellectual property in the area of patents and related fields such as utility models and the protection of undisclosed information.
www.amny.com
9 months ago
Brooklyn

THE BIG HAZE: Smoke from Canadian wildfires likely to cover NYC for days | amNewYork

The ominous, sometimes orange haze that has been lingering over New York City since Monday is likely to stick around until the weekendas the smoke from the Canadian wildfires continue to envelop the five boroughs.The state Department of Environmental Conservation issued a statement Wednesday forecasting that air quality in New York City will be at Unhealthy levels through 11:59 p.m. Thursday.
www.cnn.com
9 months ago
US politics

Rep. George Santos' lawyer asks to keep bond cosigners' names sealed

Indicted Rep. George Santos' attorney has filed a letter asking the judge overseeing the New York Republican's case to keep the names of the people who put up his $500,000 bond sealed.Attorney Joseph Murray objected to a motion by news organizations, including CNN, for the judge to make public the names of the cosigners following Santos' indictment on campaign finance and fraud charges in New York in early May.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Portable washing machine can fit in your suitcase and let you do laundry anywhere - Yanko Design

Traveling might be an exciting and enriching experience, but it can also be stressful when you consider the preparation and maintenance involved.Packing can be a frustrating puzzle game of fitting as many clothes in a suitcase as possible, which can be problematic the longer your spend away from your home base.
www.cbc.ca
9 months ago
Toronto

Ontario government moves forward with GO train expansion into Durham Region | CBC News

The Ontario government says it's one step closer to extending GO train service further into Durham Region.On Thursday, Premier Doug Ford announced his government has given an early stage planning contract to Bowmanville Construction Partners to extend the Lakeshore East Line almost 20 kilometres east into the town of Bowmanville in Clarington, Ont.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

Kenyan Cult Survivors, Still Refusing to Eat, Face Suicide Charges

The emaciated survivors of a doomsday cult in Kenya that the authorities say ordered its followers to starve themselves to death held hands and leaned on each other as they staggered into a courtroom on Thursday to face charges of trying to kill themselves.The 65 cult members have been refusing to eat their meals at a rescue center where they are being cared for prompting the authorities to charge them with attempted suicide, a crime under Kenyan law, and adding a further twist to a case that has shocked the East African nation.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

Aussie Farmers Unleash Dinosaur Rush as Fossil Findings Rewrite History

It took a moment to spot the fragment, initially: fist-size and unnaturally smooth, nestled between shrubs teeming with burrs in an endless expanse of arid plains.But after the first, the others were easier to pick out, gleaming dirty white against the red earth and run through with a honeycomb texture.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
World politics

With Probes of Russian Lines, Ukraine's Counteroffensive Takes Shape

In the south, Ukrainian soldiers are fighting on an unforgiving landscape, table-flat farmland with little cover for troops trying to advance.Sixty miles away, they are attacking across the plains in a coal mining region dotted with slag heaps, pushing toward a strategic railway junction.Farther east, they are targeting Russian positions on the hills outside Bakhmut, a city in ruins that fell to Russian forces last month after the longest and bloodiest battle of the war.
iRunFar
9 months ago
Running

New Beginnings: A Conversation with Ida Nilsson

Swedish ultrarunner Ida Nilsson has been a household name in ultra-trail running since her tour de force season of 2016, which saw her win the Transvulcania Ultramarathon, the Mont-Blanc Marathon, the Run the Rut 50k, and The North Face 50 Mile Championships - to name but a few.A lifelong athlete, at that point in her career she had already won two NCAA Division I titles in American collegiate athletics, competed in the European Athletics Championships and the World Athletics Championships in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, and competed at ski mountaineering.
iRunFar
9 months ago
Running

2023 Western States 100 Men's Preview

After a tough year for its organizers, rectifying fire damage on the route, the Western States 100 is set for 2023.The iconic point-to-point, net-downhill course takes in 100.2 miles, 18,000 feet of climbing, and 22,000 feet of descending, as it starts at the Palisades Tahoe ski resort in Olympic Valley, California, and finishes at Placer High School in Auburn.
Breaking Muscle
9 months ago
Exercise

Derek Lunsford and Hany Rambod Discuss 2023 Olympia Prep, Anxiety Battles - Breaking Muscle

Lunsford has had his personal battles but is on a mission for Olympia glory.This coming November in Orlando, FL, Derek Lunsford will chase ultimate greatness in the sport of bodybuilding.After finishing at the 2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up, the superstar athlete will plan to unseat defending champion Hadi Choopan from his throne at the 2023 edition of the bodybuilding mega-contest.
Breaking Muscle
9 months ago
Exercise

Dorian Yates Explains the 2-Exercise Ab Routine That Fueled His Mr. Olympia Dynasty - Breaking Muscle

Yates shared more simple training secrets that elevated a perennial champion.These days, Dorian Yates happily spends most of his time in a deserved retirement in Brazil.However, there was a time when the six-time Mr. Olympia champion (1992-1997) constructed one of the greatest runs in bodybuilding history.
Wine Enthusiast
9 months ago
Wine

How to Pair Classic Vietnamese Foods with Wine

Vietnamese food is often an artful symmetry between five fundamental flavors: salt, sweet, sour, bitter and spice.Each dish typically has a vibrant blend of bright herbs and fresh vegetables, arranged in colorful presentations.And since Vietnamese cuisine aims to balance flavors and leans less spicy than other Asian fare, it goes beautifully with most styles of wine.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

DHSC accepts restrictions caused profound pain', Covid Inquiry hears

The Department of Health has accepted pandemic restrictions caused profound loneliness, pain and anguish as it told the UK Covid-19 Inquiry it would not argue it got everything right in its response.Fiona Scolding KC, a lawyer representing the department, said the Government was often faced with a choice between hugely unpalatable options and decisions were finely balanced.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

UK may not have been well prepared at all' for pandemic, Covid inquiry hears

The UK may not have been very well prepared at all to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, the official inquiry's lead lawyer has said as public hearings began.Lead counsel Hugo Keith KC questioned on Tuesday whether the nation was equipped to offer substantial protection to the public as leaders had promised.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Covid inquiry will be the thorough investigation the UK deserves, chair vows

The UK Covid-19 Inquiry will be the thorough investigation into the pandemic that the nation deserves, chairwoman Baroness Heather Hallett has vowed as she opened the hearings.Lady Hallett said she intends to answer three key questions: was the UK properly prepared for the pandemic?Was the response appropriate?
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Puberty blockers will not be routinely offered to children at new gender clinics

Puberty blockers will not routinely be offered to children treated at new regional gender identity clinics in England, the NHS has confirmed.New centres are expected to open later this year, in place of the London-based Gender Identity Development Service (Gids) clinic.It was announced last July that the capital's Gids clinic would be shutting down.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Man carries 100kg barbell up Ben Nevis to raise funds for MND research

A father has scaled the UK's highest peak carrying a 100kg barbell to raise money for research into motor neurone disease.David Dooher set off at 7pm on Wednesday, the day he turned 38, from the Ben Nevis Inn and reached the 4,406ft summit early on Thursday afternoon.He undertook the challenge to raise money for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, launched in 2017 by Doddie Weir.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Humza Yousaf urged to hold his nerve' on UK's first deposit return scheme

Environmental campaigners are calling on Scotland's First Minister to hold his nerve and press ahead with the UK's first deposit return scheme (DRS) despite the row it has provoked with Westminster.Humza Yousaf has insisted the plans for the scheme in Scotland are in grave danger after the UK Government ruled the environmental initiative could only go ahead without glass bottles included in it.
Old Trafford Faithful
9 months ago
Manchester United

Pictures: Man United 2023/24 home kit leak - Old Trafford Faithful

The Man United 2023/24 home kit leak is now here, just a few weeks before pre-season.The 2022/23 season has only just finished, though preparation for the next campaign is already underway behind the scenes.Manchester United Football Club need a big summer transfer window, preferably ahead of the pre-season tour next month.
www.npr.org
9 months ago
Arts

Nation's first 'drag laureate,' kicks off Pride in San Francisco

D'Arcy Drollinger, the country's first drag laureate, poses with the Pride flag outside San Francisco City Hall on June 2, 2023.Chloe Veltman/NPR Getting D'Arcy Drollinger ready for her fidrst official appearance as San Francisco drag laureate was a production.The artist, night club owner and newly appointed government official stood in the living room of her San Francisco apartment as two helpers grappled with a set of bejeweled, custom-made artificial nails and wedged her into a pair of white patent stilettos and a tight, pink skirt suit.
www.sfcritic.com
9 months ago
SF music

The Best Backyard Party Themes for Hosts

Summer is a great time for hosting backyard parties.Western, Wet, Luau, Movie Night, and Garden Party themes create fun backyard party ideas.Planning a backyard bash is easy with the proper preparation and help from friends and family.Set up decorations like hay bales, cowboy hats, checked tablecloths, fairy lights, candles, and mason jar drinks.
time.com
9 months ago
OMG science

El Nino Has Begun. What to Know About the Weather Phenomenon

1. El Niño is a naturally-occurring phenomenon in which warming ocean waters in the equatorial Pacific region lead to extreme weather events, including floods, droughts, and tropical storms.
2. El Niño is part of a larger climate pattern called the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO), which is made up of periodic changes in the atmosphere and ocean temperatures.
3. El Niño can have dramatic impacts on local ecosystems, including changing temperatures, altering
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Television

The Tony Awards, and a Theater Reporter, Go Off Script

Times Insider explains who we are and what we do and delivers behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism comes together.This Sunday, the 76th Tony Awards, an annual ceremony that celebrates Broadway's best plays and musicals, will take place at the United Palace in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan.
BBC Sport
9 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Who could be on move in the WSL transfer window

The Women's Super League transfer window opens at the end of June but players are already on the move as they look to finalise deals before this summer's Women's World Cup.Manchester United are competing in Europe for the first time and will hope to bring in more quality, while Manchester City are likely to dip into the market after finishing fourth in the league.
South Side Sox
9 months ago
Chicago White Sox

White Sox at Yankees, ppd, SMOKE

Thankfully, after ill-advisedly playing last night's game under choking air conditions, everyone involved came together on Wednesday to take the smarter road of postponement:

Tonight's Yankees-White Sox game (Wednesday, June 7) is rescheduled because of poor air quality due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires and will be made up tomorrow, Thursday, June 8, as the first game of a single-admission doubleheader, which will begin at 4:05pm.
Law Explained India
9 months ago
Python

Meeting community at PyCon Italy, 2023

The PyCon Italy, 2023 discussion started in PyCon Sweden 2022, when Valerio invited me for the keynote.From disbelief (since my talk at PyCon Sweden was not good) to believing, from searching for talk topics to preparation and multiple rounds of rehearsals and feedback sessions, I was finally ready for the talk.
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
9 months ago
Intellectual property law

The Ethics of Using Generative Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Law

"For those who are destined to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT, the ethical concerns presented are not insurmountable but do require practitioners to engage in serious forethought and consultation with clients prior to use."The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken center stage in popular culture thanks to the significant advances of tools like ChatGPT.
NESN.com
9 months ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Gave 'Ecstatic' Chris Murphy 'Great Birthday Present'

Chris Murphy had run-of-the-mill birthday plans Monday.That was until the Boston Red Sox gave him a call.Nobody else could top what the Red Sox gave the left-handed pitcher for his birthday as the just-turned 25-year-old got a promotion to the big leagues for the first time in his career."It was a great birthday present considering I got that call yesterday," Murphy told reporters Tuesday from Progressive Field with the Red Sox opening a three-game series with the Cleveland Guardians, per NESN.
Sun Sentinel
9 months ago
Miami Dolphins

Star CB Jalen Ramsey making early impact for Dolphins defense at minicamp - but as a spectator

MIAMI GARDENS - Jalen Ramsey, the Miami Dolphins' most-ballyhooed offseason acquisition - outside of defensive coordinator Vic Fangio - has been around for the team's offseason organized team activities and mandatory minicamp that started Tuesday, but he hasn't been participating in team drills with his new teammates.
Eater SF
9 months ago
SF food

Beef Tendon and Venison Get the Star Treatment at San Francisco's New Tasting Menu Restaurant

Kiln is one of the newest fine dining restaurants to debut in San Francisco this year, but it's been 10 years in development for chef John Wesley.An alum of such storied kitchens as Baumé, Michelin-starred Commis, and most recently Michelin-starred Sons & Daughters, Wesley is now pouring what he learned from those restaurants into Kiln.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Ukraine can count on UK support, Cleverly tells Zelensky in Kyiv

Ukraine can count on the UK's support, James Cleverly told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his second visit to Kyiv.The meeting in the war-torn nation's capital came amid signs the expected Ukrainian counter-offensive against the Russian invasion may have started.The Foreign Secretary met Mr Zelensky as well as foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba to discuss how the UK can continue to best support Ukraine, from the battlefield to banking guarantees, according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

James Cleverly meets Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv.The meeting in the war-torn nation's capital came amid signs the expected Ukrainian counter-offensive against the Russian invasion may have started.In a video posted to Mr Zelensky's Facebook page, Mr Cleverly is heard saying that the UK will continue backing you and your country until you are victorious.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Sports

Yankees Do Winning Things' as They Cross Their Fingers

Gerrit Cole watched closely from the dugout on Friday night as the Los Angeles Dodgers pulverized his teammate, the right-hander Luis Severino.Cole was starting the middle game of the weekend series between the Yankees and the Dodgers, and what he saw of the lineup across the field, which has mashed more home runs than any other National League team, had him worried.
Deep House London
9 months ago
London music

Oceanvs Orientalis talks life, learning and his live setup ahead of MOGA Caparica | Interviews | Deep House London

MOGA Caparica returns to Portugal this May 31 - June 4th and is sure to make a stunning impression in its third year.Located just 20 minutes south of Lisbon, it offers a sun kissed and escapist mix of sunset beach parties with yoga, surfing, brunches and boat parties.Music comes from top talents like Bradley Zero, Chaim b2b Jenia Parsol, Danilo Plessow (MCDE), Shanti Celeste, Gerd Janson, Heidi Lawden & Lovefingers, Hunee, Jimi Jules, Kerri Chandler, Sadar Bahar, Slim Peace & Blossom and more will all be joined by a host of local talents.
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