This fixer-upper in the woods shows what can happen when a stone mason builds a house with a vision of using the energy of the earth. But doesn’t quite finish the job. The current owner built the house on Miner Street in Warsaw, NY, from concrete and glass in 1980, and […]
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Opinion: 5 ways to make this year better than last year
Welcome to 2021, finally. Though plenty of challenges remain, there is something reassuring about the promise of a new year. Specifically, the coronavirus vaccine is a shooting star to which many of us are attaching our hopes for better, healthier, and more prosperous days. Among all its hard lessons, 2020 […]
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Ditch the Waiting Room (and Other Post-COVID Ideas)
Hi, everyone. I’m Dr Kenny Lin. I am a family physician at Georgetown University Medical Center, and I blog at Common Sense Family Doctor. Kenneth W. Lin, MD, MPH 2020 was a very tough year for primary care clinicians, even when we weren’t regularly treating patients with COVID-19. Last spring, […]
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As Biden seeks a turn on environment, Trump rules to linger
In this Dec. 18, 2020 photo, pipes to be used for the Keystone XL pipeline are stored in a field near Dorchester, Neb. Experts say President Joe Biden’s pledge to undo his predecessor’s anti-regulatory policies on the environment won’t be accomplished easily, despite a fast start. After taking office last […]
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Aunt and Uncle Take in 5 Nieces After Their ‘Extraordinary’ Mother Dies of COVID
Gofundme Jasmine Jacobo and her five daughters A California aunt and uncle are stepping up in a huge way for their five nieces after the girls’ mom recently died of COVID-19. Jasmine Jacobo lost her battle with coronavirus on Jan. 13, according to a GoFundMe page that was set up […]
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COVID-19 grants are helping Charlotte businesses stay open
The Historic West End Partners used City of Charlotte CARES Act funding through the NoDa Artist Employment Grant to commission artwork from Abel Jackson and Big Trouble Studios. The art depicts both the West End’s historic streetcar and the new one that replaced it, contributing to the area’s growth. Alex […]
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the singer on her new fitness goals post-baby
At the start of the year, singer Ciara posted something incredibly candid to her 27 million Instagram followers (which – just to quickly put into perspective – is two million more than the entire population of Australia). She shared that she was working hard to lose the weight she’d gained […]
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There’s more than one reason why white working class teenagers are falling behind at school
Earlier this week, the watchdog for fair access warned that white working-class teenagers were being left behind -missing out on rising access to universities and the wider expansion of educational opportunities. There is no doubt that universities should be encouraged to make their community engagement activities more inclusive. But what […]
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South Africa virus variant found in S. Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa has been found in the United States for the first time. South Carolina officials say two such cases have been diagnosed in the state. The two cases don’t appear to be connected, nor do the people have a history […]
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Class action filed against app after restriction of GameStop stock trades
article An exterior view of a GameStop store on July 21, 2020 in Pembroke Pines, Florida. (Photo by Johnny Louis/Getty Images) Robinhood is facing class action lawsuits after the company’s response to the surge in trading involving GameStop and AMC, according to Fox Business. On Thursday, Robinhood and other trading […]
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Tesla steering wheel redesign polarizes experts, internet reacts
Tesla’s polarizing new ‘steering yoke’ has sparked debate online. Some say the steering wheel is forward thinking and futuristic, while others argue it’s impractical. The yoke will be in redesigned Model X crossovers and Model S sedans arriving later this year. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. After nearly […]
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Curbside Carhop – Pasadena Weekly
Twoheys puts a new spin on a classic traditionBy Christina Fuoco-Karasinski With the tagline of “Making memories since 1943,” Twoheys has added a touch of fun to an already-miserable 2021. The South Pasadena eatery has resurrected carhops, the rollerskating outdoor servers who were popular at the legendary restaurant from the […]
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Television Q&A: More on ‘Transplant’
You have questions. I have some answers. Q: Do you have any info on one of our favorites, “Transplant”? It’s about a Syrian doctor and his younger sister arriving in the U.S. and adapting to life in general here and also working in a hospital. A: The series starring Hamza […]
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626 BHP, The Fastest Ever Street Legal BMW
Recently, BMW unleashed the 2022 M5 CS, the quickest and most powerful road-legal BMW car ever. From the looks alone, the BMW M5 CS seems worth buying. However, from what’s inside the hood to engineering and performance, every element makes it even more impressive. Let’s explore the new CS variant […]
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How to insulate your basement’s concrete walls
Q: I just bought my first house and am about to remodel my basement. The previous owners of the house glued 2-inch-thick foam insulation to the poured concrete walls. It’s got an aluminum foil face on it. Then they covered that with an open-cell foam board that’s 3/4-inch thick. It […]
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which Alexa speaker should you buy?
In recent years Amazon has carved itself a not insignificant slice of the home entertainment market. From its Spotify-rivalling Music Unlimited and Netflix-competing Prime Video services to its Fire TV video streamers, Fire tablets and Echo smart speakers, there’s an Amazon device for almost every occasion. And the company is […]
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The Latest: WHO EU chief: Nations clamoring for vaccine
GENEVA — The European chief for the World Health Organization says “the telephone line is very hot” in conversations with European Union officials and others clamoring for more coronavirus vaccines. © Provided by Associated Press FILE – In this Jan. 11, 2021 file photo, pre-kindergarten teacher Sarah McCarthy works with […]
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Draper University founder threatens move from San Mateo | Local News
The founder of Draper University threatened to move it out of downtown San Mateo during a Planning Commission meeting Tuesday after officials expressed continued reservation about proposed changes to the historic Benjamin Franklin Hotel where it is located. The Planning Commission remains unconvinced by the proposed changes to the university […]
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Claudia Conway supporters call for Twitter users to report her case to child abuse hotline after ‘nude photo leak’
CLAUDIA Conway’s supporters have urged Twitter users to report her case to a child abuse hotline after she initially accused her mother Kellyanne of posting a nude photo of her online. The former Trump aide’s 16-year-old daughter has since rowed back from her allegations and begged followers not to contact […]