Jul 2, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane Van Gisbergen (91) leads the field on the Balbo Drive bridge on the final lap on his way to win the Grant Park 220 of the Chicago Street Race viewed from the NEMA Chicago buliding. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-USA TODAY Sports In the nation’s Second City this weekend, standout road racer Shane van Gisbergen will be seeking his own second — another NASCAR Cup Series win. When the Grant Park 165 takes the green flag Sunday for the second running of the Chicago Street Race, all eyes will be…
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Rachel Reeves becomes the UK’s first female finance minister while David Lammy is appointed as foreign secretary.The United Kingdom’s newly elected Keir Starmer has announced key members of his ministerial team after his centre-left Labour Party’s landslide general election victory ended 14 years of Conservative rule. Starmer on Friday appointed Rachel Reeves as finance minister, the first woman to hold the post in UK history. The former child chess champion and Bank of England economist has pledged to grow the nation’s economy while showing strong fiscal discipline. “It is the honour of my life to have been appointed chancellor of…
It may sound funny to say this, but PDF files — electronic copies of printed documents — are still around and are still very useful. Short for Portable Document Format, PDFs allow you to create a digital version of a paper document, letting you store and access them a lot easier than having to rifle through a filing cabinet.While there are a variety of PDF apps available — Adobe Acrobat being the most well-known — you actually don’t need to download one to create a PDF from an existing paper document with your iPhone or iPad. You can just use…
The postpartum period can bring both highs and lows as you adapt to having a long-anticipated new baby join the family. As an experienced mom and doula, I have a list of postpartum essentials to make this time easier for both mom and baby. You likely won’t need everything on this list, but these are the things I’ve found to be helpful after having my babies. And I’ve given them as gifts to friends and family after their own little bundles of joy arrived! Postpartum Recovery Essentials For Mom Postpartum recovery involves soothing discomfort and preparing for temporary bodily changes.…
A carbo-loading menu change was sparked in light of a Delta flight that was on its way to Amsterdam while carrying spoiled meals. After learning that the food was “spoiled,” according to People, Delta flight 136 was then diverted early Wednesday morning to John F. Kennedy Airport in New York after taking off from Detroit. “Delta’s Food Safety team has engaged our suppliers to immediately isolate the product and launch a thorough investigation into the incident,” a spokesperson told Fortune. “This is not the service Delta is known for and we sincerely apologize to our customers for the inconvenience and…
An Italian archbishop and staunch critic of Pope Francis has been excommunicated by the Vatican, its doctrinal office has said. Carlo Maria Vigano was found guilty of schism – meaning he has split from the Catholic Church – after years of fierce disagreement with the pontiff. The 83-year-old ultra-conservative has previously called on the Pope to resign, accusing him of heresy and criticising his stances on immigration, climate change and same-sex couples.Archbishop Vigano was a senior figure in the Church, serving as papal envoy to Washington from 2011 to 2016. In 2018 he went into hiding after alleging that the…
David Lienemann, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Sleepy Joe needs more sleep. At least, that’s what the sitting President reportedly told Democrat governors Wednesday. The President has been desperately trying to shore up support since his disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump. Biden showed so poorly that even the liberal media began making calls for him to step aside. At least one sitting Congressman has also done so, and reports are out that House Democrats are preparing to urge Biden as well. So with all this going on, and all the questions around Joe’s competency, he told Democrat governors that…
PHOTO USA Today Sports Images The Seattle Mariners have never been to the World Series, but for decades they’ve led baseball for most creative TV commercials. There was Felix Hernandez taking the mound as his alter ego, Larry Bernandez, wearing glasses and mutton chops, in order to get a second turn in the rotation.Or Hall of Fame designated hitter Edgar Martinez in a hardware store making a lamp out of a bat. “It’s a light bat,” The Edgar exclaimed.This year, center fielder Julio Rodriguez is seen flailing about the clubhouse with a pink fly swatter, swinging aimlessly while hearing a persistent…
Located right off the slopes of Vail, one of Colorado’s most iconic ski resorts, the Grand Hyatt Vail is an ideal lodging choice for those looking for access to the mountain while having some distance from the hustle and bustle of the busy resort. With its own ski lift and an on-site ski valet, you can be on the slopes in no time. A prime location at the banks of Gore Creek gives guests direct access to many walking trails and a serene, authentic Colorado feel.JENNIFER YELLIN/THE POINTS GUYDuring the planning phase of my spring ski trip out west, I…
America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in June, adding 206,000 jobs and once again displaying the U.S. economy’s ability to withstand continually high interest rates. Last month’s job growth did mark a pullback from 218,000 in May. But it was still a strong gain, reflecting the resilience of America’s consumer-driven economy, which is slowing but still growing steadily. Friday’s report from the Labor Department also showed that the unemployment rate ticked up from 4% to a still-low 4.1%. And the department sharply revised down its estimate of job growth for April and May by a combined 111,000. The…
We explore what made Kenyans get up from behind their screens and out into the streets to rise up against the political elite.Images of Gen Z confronting Kenyan police armed with tear gas, water cannon and live rounds have dominated headlines in recent weeks. What began as a social media movement opposing a proposed finance bill has escalated into fatal antigovernment demonstrations nationwide. Despite President William Ruto withdrawing the bill in response to the fervor of the protests, Kenya’s economic challenges, coupled with a sizable educated youth demographic facing scarce job prospects, persistently fuel discontent against the political establishment. It…
Series: Reagan White House Photographs, 1/20/1981 – 1/20/1989Collection: White House, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Ready for a rollercoaster through the annals of conservative figures? Buckle up, as we showcase ten conservative trailblazers who left indelible marks on the political landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned politics buff or just dipping your toes, there’s something here for everyone. Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) The Scoop: This British Bulldog is remembered for his unwavering leadership during World War II. As a staunch opponent of appeasement, Churchill’s rhetoric rallied a nation against the menacing tide of Nazism. Why He’s Iconic: Few leaders embodied the…