By Silvia Marchetti | CNN A bargain-price home in a beautiful town — with a cleaner and a handyman thrown in for good measure — would be enough of a deal for many people to make the leap to Italy, …
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Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say Read MoreBy Linda Gassenheimer, Tribune News Service Here’s a simple way to make fish that is always juicy and flavorful. I cook the fish in a parcel, allowing it to steam with herbs and vegetables which flavor the fish. The parcels …
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Johnson’s big green social housing initiative stalls amid concern about ethics, transparency Read MoreFederal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell told a Chicago audience of business executives Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are “highly likely” to trigger inflation in a hawkish warning of darkening economic conditions for the country. Powell’s lunchtime speech and question-and-answer …
Fed chief Jerome Powell warns that Trump’s tariffs could trigger inflation Read MoreCook County Democratic Party Chair Toni Preckwinkle on Wednesday told a packed room of Democrats that both Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Sen. Dick Durbin aren’t quite ready to discuss their reelection plans — decisions that will set in motion …
Illinois Democrats await decisions from Durbin, Pritzker that will spark high-stakes political shuffle Read MoreThe Dow Jones and S&P 500 traditionally appreciate — literally — when the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. Indeed, though the Fed operates autonomously, there is often political pressure from presidents hoping for bull markets to advocate for rate cuts. …
Jay Powell Says Fed Won’t Rescue Trump Stock Market: “Markets Are Doing What They’re Supposed To Do” Read More“The notion of a Roman sculpture show might seem at first blush to be a bit stodgy,” said Kyle MacMillan in the Chicago Sun-Times. But the 58 ancient works that constitute “Myth and Marble” are special, and viewers who give …
Myth and Marble: Ancient Roman Sculpture From the Torlonia Collection Read More‘Glory’ by Perfume Genius Perfume Genius’ new album is “so stylistically ambitious that it should immediately be considered his greatest invention,” said David Feigelson in Paste. In the music Mike Hadreas has made under that name since 2008, “there is …
Music reviews: Perfume Genius, Momma, Elton John & Brandi Carlile Read MoreThe Trump administration has made drastic job cuts across several federal health agencies. Within those cuts are offices dedicated to preventing smoking and tobacco addiction. Without federal programs to stop tobacco use, addiction rates can climb and worsen the existing …
The tobacco industry could be the beneficiary of health agency cuts Read MoreBy Silvia Marchetti | CNN A bargain-price home in a beautiful town — with a cleaner and a handyman thrown in for good measure — would be enough of a deal for many people to make the leap to Italy, …
He moved from California to rural Italy because he ‘didn’t want to be anywhere near a McDonald’s or Starbucks’ Read MoreIt’s the first rule of the NBA: Talent gets you into the league. Knowing your role keeps you in it. Jonathan Kuminga was given a role when he returned from his months-long ankle injury: Use his prodigious athleticism to become …
Kurtenbach: Jonathan Kuminga still doesn’t know the first rule of the NBA. He’ll stay on the bench until he learns it Read MoreThe day between Houston’s stunning victory over Duke and the Cougars’ devastating loss to Florida, Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark appeared on the CBS Sports set from the Final Four in San Antonio. He addressed the chaotic state of college …
On media: Brett Yormark, Big 12 basketball and a strategic play for the streaming age Read MoreSAN JOSE — A developer is eyeing a “builder’s remedy” gambit to fast-track well over 700 affordable homes in north San Jose’s Alviso district — but city planners have raised objections to the attempt to streamline. The proposed development of …
Developer eyes ‘builder’s remedy’ for huge San Jose housing project Read MoreReading Time: 3 minutes Blake Lively might be having a tumultuous year. But there have been plenty of ups to go with the downs, as Time magazine just honored Blake with a spot on its annual list of the 100 …
Blake Lively Named One of the 100 Most Influential People By Time Magazine Read MoreReading Time: 3 minutes Kylie Jenner is showing off her adorable boy. Beyond simply being a reality star and a makeup mogul, Kylie is a mom. For just over 7 years now, in fact. Just a few years ago, she …
Kylie Jenner Shows Off ADORABLE Son Aire in Pre-Coachella GRWM Video Read MoreEaster Raised Donuts have made their annual return to Randy’s Donuts shops through Easter Sunday, April 20. The sweet treats are frosted in pastel spring colors and topped with sprinkles, M&Ms and a Peeps marshmallow bunny. They are premium doughnuts …
Randy’s Donuts is selling Peeps-topped Easter treats Read MoreWASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department has shut down its office that sought to deal with misinformation and disinformation that Russia, China and Iran have been accused of spreading. Related Articles Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File …
The State Department closes the office that flags disinformation from Russia, China and Iran Read MoreBy MATT O’BRIEN OpenAI has named labor leader Dolores Huerta and three others to a temporary advisory board that will help guide the artificial intelligence company’s philanthropy as it attempts to shift itself into a for-profit business. Related Articles Trump …
OpenAI picks labor icon Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it moves toward for-profit Read MoreNotre Dame thrower Aja Johnson is building on last season’s success, winning the girls discus event and placing second in shot put at the Arcadia Invitational high school track and field meet Saturday. Johnson, a senior, beat 15 other throwers …
Notre Dame thrower Aja Johnson wins at Arcadia Invitational Read MoreBy Katharine Gammon, KFF Health News When the catastrophic Los Angeles fires broke out, John Volckens suspected firefighters and residents were breathing toxic air from the burning homes, buildings, and cars, but it was unclear how much risk the public …
Public health risks of urban wildfire smoke prompt push for more monitoring Read MoreBy Rosie Cima, NerdWallet Having a tough week? Have you considered spending some money on yourself? You’d be in good company. Three in 10 (30%) Americans say they’ve spent money on items to improve their mood in the past 12 …
Data: Retail therapy is common — how to curb it Read MoreImagine, years from now, driving north on Lake Avenue. As you near the town re-sprouting from the Eaton fire, you are greeted by the branch of a large overhanging oak tree. The majestic bough is shaped from impenetrable iron. Its …
A pair of artists are forging hundreds of keys to doors of destroyed homes. Their vision: An Eaton fire memorial Read MoreBy MARIA CHENG, AP Medical Writer LONDON (AP) — Five years after COVID-19 triggered national lockdowns, economic uncertainty and killed millions, the World Health Organization’s member countries agreed on a draft “pandemic treaty” that sets guidelines for how the international …
WHO member countries agree on a draft ‘pandemic treaty’ to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes Read MoreBy CHRISTOPHER RUGABER WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve can stay patient and wait to see how tariffs and other economic policies of the Trump administration play out before making any changes to interest rates, Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday. Related …
Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves Read MoreIt’s time for some Floyd. Of course, the response to that statement from millions of classic rock fans would probably be along the lines of: “Well, what else is new? It’s always a good time to crank up some Pink …
Legendary Pink Floyd concert film is heading back to Bay Area theaters Read MoreBy Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters Oil companies had their hackles up this year after Sen. Scott Wiener introduced a controversial bill that would allow victims of wildfires and other climate disasters to sue them for causing climate change. Facing potentially …
How labor killed a bill to let California wildfire victims sue Big Oil for climate change Read MoreHeroes and adventurers will get to face off against Xanathar the Beholder on a quest to recover a stolen relic when they step inside a real-life Dungeons & Dragons game during a new after-hours fan event at Universal Studios Hollywood. …
First look inside Dungeons & Dragons at Universal’s Fan Fest Nights Read MoreTwo Marines from San Diego County’s Camp Pendleton were killed Tuesday when their vehicle rolled over while they were patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border in New Mexico, according to the Washington Post. A third service member was hospitalized in serious condition, …
2 Camp Pendleton Marines killed in vehicle accident while patrolling southern border Read MoreA Scotts Valley nurse faces life imprisonment after being found guilty of child molestation, according to Monterey County prosecutors. Travis Harris, 40, was convicted by a jury of eight counts of lewd act on a child ages 14 or 15, …
Santa Cruz County nurse faces life in prison after being found guilty of child molestation Read MoreDesigning a luxury home office is about more than just aesthetics—it’s about crafting a space that inspires focus, creativity, and a sense of personal success. Whether you’re running a business, managing investments, or simply want a beautiful place to think …
Creating the Ultimate Luxury Home Office is a Blend of Comfort and Productivity Read MoreBy MICHELLE CHAPMAN, Associated Press Business Writer As wrestling fans prepare to descend upon Las Vegas for WWE’s WrestleMania 41, demand has steadily grown so much over the years that it’s now bulked up into a dayslong event. While WrestleMania …
WWE’s WrestleMania continues to bulk up, providing a dayslong extravaganza for fans Read MoreThe first head of Colorado’s Behavioral Health Administration filed a federal lawsuit this week seeking financial compensation and the return of her job because she alleges the state fired her because of her race. Dr. Morgan Medlock, who is Black, …
Former head of Colorado’s Behavioral Health Administration sues Polis, state officials over her firing Read MoreRight or wrong? Bennet plans campaign for governor while serving in U.S. Senate Re: “Bennet should resign now in his run for governor,” April 16 editorial I write in response to The Denver Post’s ridiculous editorial this week calling on …
Of course, Bennet can campaign for governor while serving in Senate (Letters) Read More