Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Hot and humid final weekend of August
After an active stretch of weather to finish the work week, things settle down as we graduate into the weekend. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie Source link
Read MoreIn Seoul, Pavilion’s Debut, Design Miami’s Return and Frieze’s “Beyond the Canon” Approach
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Read MoreRays approved for $2.3 billion in new stadium funding in momumental step toward 2029 opening
TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Rays got county approval Friday on a financing plan that will allow them to build a new stadium, a day after city officials approved their part for the $2.3 billion ballpark project that will replace the domed Tropicana Field. The Hillsborough County Commission voted 5-2 on Friday to approve…
Read MoreTherapy Has a Relationship Problem
The issue extends well beyond parents and children. Similar patterns appear in marriages and among siblings, friendships, and other close bonds. Therapists have become too quick to support ending difficult relationships instead of helping people develop the skills to repair them. In reality, walking away from another person often solves one problem while creating others.…
Read MoreMy kids can go to any college they want — but I won’t pay for Harvard or Columbia
Should your kids go to Harvard? Many parents have their doubts — and liberals seem to be shocked. Last week Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made the question go viral. Duffy and his wife Rachel Campos-Duffy, in a clip from their YouTube series about their family’s travels, were seen discussing whether their teen daughter Paloma should…
Read MoreDire Strait: Why Economic Threats Might Escalate the War in Iran
Iran could resume attacks on U.S. bases, radar systems, and other facilities that support maritime surveillance and command-and-control systems that help protect and coordinate shipping through the Strait. More dangerous still, it could attempt to strike U.S. naval vessels directly. Iran is believed to possess anti-ship missiles that, at least on paper, can threaten American…
Read MoreMichelle Obama shrugs off missing active motherhood after daughters leave: ‘I’m good’
Former first lady Michelle Obama faced criticism Friday after telling Jon Stewart on Wednesday’s “IMO” podcast that she did not miss having her adult daughters at home. California Republican Party Delegate and mother Elizabeth Barcohana told Fox News Digital the remarks conveyed resentment amid a national debate over motherhood. Obama offered a terse response after Stewart explained…
Read MoreNew York’s Erie County axes DHS job fair over ICE’s role, drawing backlash: ‘Totally inappropriate’
A Buffalo-area Republican accused Democratic Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz of overstepping his authority after the Buffalo Convention Center canceled a two-day Department of Homeland Security career expo set to begin Tuesday because officials objected to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s participation and warned of possible protests. “The county executive has completely surpassed his power and authority.…
Read MoreDominic Zvada has perfect preseason finale to earn Giants kicking job
There was not going to be a player-by-player listing of who made it and who did not. The time for that was not immediately after Friday night’s 23-6 preseason-ending victory over the Jets at MetLife Stadium. No, head coach John Harbaugh was not going to divulge his thoughts on the roster maneuverings that will take…
Read MoreOdell Beckham Jr. defying the odds as he makes worthy case for a Giants reunion
Odell Beckham Jr. has been to hell and back, and heaven awaits him now. The Impossible Dream he imagined for himself, and also for his 4-year-old son Zydn, is not even improbable. “Seeing my son at the game, yelling, just looking at me. He told one of his friends like, ‘Yeah, people always want to…
Read MoreTexas construction worker killed after house collapses due to intense winds
A construction worker died when a home collapsed on top of him Thursday during strong winds and storms in Texas. Travis County Emergency Services confirmed the death on Friday morning, saying that four workers were at a home under construction when winds between 50 and 70 mph caused the home to collapse. Two of the workers were able…
Read MoreRoyce White wears blonde wig while sitting courtside at Fever game — days after WNBA bans him from draft
Royce White brought his crusade to Indiana. The former NBA first-round pick wore a long blonde wig and sat courtside for the Fever’s 111-91 win over the Sun on Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. On his Instagram, White wrote, “The Kweeeen has arrived! They better bow for a beautiful Black Trans Lesbian!” with a smirk on…
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