Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Gap Years Are Wasted on the Young
In the process of writing my book on sabbatical-takers, people who intentionally take extended leave from their routine jobs, I found many parallels between the experience of taking a gap year and embarking on a midlife break from work. My conclusion: gap years are wasted on the young. Here’s why a gap year, at any…
Read MoreHow Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat Will Be Filled
The vacancy could also be significant for Democrats’ prospects in the mid-term elections this November. Republicans will need to choose a new Senate nominee to take on Democrat Annie Andrews, a pediatrician whose campaign has focused on healthcare, abortion rights, and gun safety. Before Graham’s death, the state was not considered a battleground. The last…
Read MoreSam Neill, Jurassic Park Actor, Dead at 78
The world of cinema has lost a beloved star. Sam Neill, who portrayed Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise, died in Sydney, Australia, on July 13, his family confirmed. He was 78. “Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life,” a statement posted to Neill’s…
Read MoreNaked man tries to kidnap 7-year-old tourist from mother at Portland park, bystanders intervene
A naked man was arrested over the weekend in Portland, Oregon, after he attempted to kidnap a 7-year-old girl from her mother at a waterfront park, according to police. Shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday, Portland Police received reports of a naked man running around Tom McCall Waterfront Park, with one of the callers saying the…
Read MoreJay-Z’s final Yankee Stadium concert marred by hours-long delays amid security breach: reports
Jay-Z’s final concert as part of his three-day Yankee Stadium residency was marred by hours-long delays – after hordes of fans broke through security, forcing the Bronx venue into lockdown, reports say. Thousands of fans were seen waiting outside the home of the New York Yankees Sunday night – as the stadium was shut for…
Read More‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill was beaming in last public apparances before his death at 78
Sam Neill – best known for his role in the Steven Spielberg-directed blockbuster “Jurassic Park” – was all smiles as he attended a music hall of fame ceremony just weeks before his death at 78. The actor beamed in a selfie taken with the singer Kate Ceberano – who was inducted into the Australian Recording…
Read More‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill dead at 78
Sam Neill, the star of the 1993 blockbuster ‘Jurassic Park’ died at 78 Monday, his family announced. “It is with immense sadness that the whānau [family] of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney Australia,” they said on Instagram. Actor Sam Neill as Dr. Alan Grant, with Ariana…
Read MoreEngland manager’s perceived World Cup disconnect with star Jude Bellingham may not be what it looks like
ARLINGTON, Texas — Regarding the clash between England manager Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham, there are two angles to consider. First, the melodrama. Remember, there is history here. Tuchel dropped Bellingham from England’s squad in October, after using the word “repulsive” in August to describe Bellingham’s behavior on the field. The manager later apologized, saying…
Read MoreZach Thornton’s fearless outing earns him another start in Mets’ thin rotation
Zach Thornton hasn’t found a way to stick in the Mets rotation this season. That may change after his performance Sunday, perhaps the lone bit of optimism after another disappointing defeat. The rookie left-hander, who lacks a dominant repertoire, has impressed the organization with his ability to make the most of his arsenal. He did…
Read MoreLiberty lament more early game struggles as stars’ late efforts not enough
MONTREAL — Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart’s desperation was evident Sunday. The tag team did its best to will the Liberty to a win a day after New York’s second-half rally fell short in Minneapolis. Stewart scored 18 of her 22 points in the second half. Ionescu recorded 12 of her team-high 28 points in…
Read MoreCorrelation between heart health and extreme heat
With extreme heat expected at times during the summer months, it’s important to understand the correlation between heat and heart health. Source link
Read MoreMissing dog survives fall from 65-foot cliff, rescued
A missing Kentucky dog and his owner have been reunited after surviving a harrowing fall and a coordinated cliffside rescue operation. Source link
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