(Bloomberg) — For Megan Martin, the tipping point came when she passed several men slumped over the steps of a Broadway church in the middle of the day. “They weren’t sleeping, they were in the throes of addiction,” said Martin, who offers her assessment as an anesthesiologist with a master’s […]
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WASHINGTON — The disclosure that President Donald Trump paid little or no federal income taxes for years, including while in the White House, convulsed the presidential campaign on Monday with only five weeks to go and immediately scrambled the equation and stakes of the first debate to be held on […]
It’s a good sign when small businesses move into a neighborhood. The best and most profitable small businesses create jobs and keep money in the local economy, as well as support charities, community organizations and events. Of course, they also provide their service or product to the community. But not […]
There’s only one thing worse than dogs: the arrogance of dog owners. Dog owners not only believe the universe revolves around their pets but, also, that we all want to share in their puppy love. Well, we don’t. When I’m out to enjoy a cosy post-walk pub lunch, or to […]
Detroit – The worries are growing for United Airlines flight attendant Jordy Comeaux. In a few days, he’ll be among roughly 40,000 airline workers whose jobs are likely to evaporate in an industry decimated by the coronavirus pandemic. Unless Congress acts to help for a second time, United will furlough […]
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Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest stories and updates. Mooncakes don’t need additional introduction. The rich pastries are eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival, which will fall on October 1st this year. While traditional foods from other cultures are easily shared with friends, there’s a bit of a mystery surrounding mooncake […]
Plexiglass screens are installed behind tills at a London branch of Waterstones: PA Three of Britain’s biggest retailers today laid bare the devastation wrought by the Covid crisis on London trading, giving rise to fresh fears about the impact of a potential second lockdown of the capital. Bakery chain Greggs, […]
Greggs worker Staff at around half of Greggs’ stores will have to accept fewer hours or face losing their jobs as the government’s furlough scheme comes to an end. The bakery chain, which employs 25,000 workers, expects business activity to “remain below normal for the foreseeable future”. Chief executive Roger […]
Sheila O’Flanagan gets to grips with Hemingway on a visit to Pamplona in northern Spain The sun broke through the clouds as we arrived at Pamplona, the destination of our two-hour journey through the mountains and valleys of northern Spain. In a different time, when travelling was simply a matter […]
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© Provided by City AM Luxury chocolatier Hotel Choclat swung to a statutory loss in the 52 weeks to June, after shuttered commuter hubs and store closures during the crucial Easter period swallowed up sales and hammered finances. The results Revenue rose three per cent for the 12 months to […]
President Donald Trump speaks about coronavirus testing during an event in the Rose Garden of the White House, Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, in Washington. Evan Vucci AP WASHINGTON Revelations that President Donald Trump is personally liable for more than $400 million in debt are casting a shadow over his presidency […]
When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Chatham Bars Inn’s Bourbon Smash; Alyssa Powell/Business Insider Although domestic travel is picking back up and some restaurants are reopening following shutdowns due to the novel coronavirus, many places still aren’t allowing indoor dining […]
Casino and hotel giant Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:CZR) made a $3.7 billion bid for London-based sports betting company William Hill (OTC:WIMHY) over the weekend, according to Bloomberg, potentially accelerating its push into digital wagering and online sportsbook activities. Caesars offered a bid of 272 pence per share, a 25% premium above William Hill’s […]
When Charles Drury was growing up on a farm in Missouri in the 1930s and early 1940s, he helped his father and brothers do plastering and other construction work to make ends meet. During World War II, he served in the Army Air Corps and was assigned to administrative duties […]
Find Monday’s wildfire updates here: Thousands evacuated, homes threatened, winery burns in Northern California Original story: A group of wildfires, including one that tore through 2,500 acres of Napa County during the day, saw fierce growth Sunday night in California’s wine country, threatening to reach Santa Rosa in an eerily […]
Text size William Hill’s board has indicated that the £2.9 billion offer—272p per share—is at a price that it would “be minded” to recommend to shareholders. Getty Images Caesars Entertainment said on Monday it is in “advanced discussions” with British bookmaker William Hill over a £2.9 billion ($3.7 billion) cash […]
Many workers at the posh Langham hotel in Pasadena, California, abruptly lost their jobs in May during the pandemic and still haven’t returned to work. Now that business is coming back, they’re demanding that the hotel rehire them ― and they’re hoping Major League Baseball can help make it happen. […]
NORTHPORT, AL. — Northport Mayor Donna Aaron says she “would die” if a landmark or building was ever named after her, but the one-term mayor’s legacy is sure to be felt in the city for years to come. “To be a politician, as my sister told me one time, ‘you’re […]
It has been 17 months (…and counting) since The Orville aired its Season 2 finale, so fans are understandably anxious to know when they can expect more of the space adventure series. Although the first two seasons aired on Fox, it was announced in July of last year that Seth […]
Some countries demand visitors have a negative result from a Covid-19 test (Getty Images) The clock struck midnight on Saturday. In just 13 hours, my partner and I were due to fly to Kenya with KLM for a work trip, but we still hadn’t received the results of our coronavirus […]
Mainland Greece is still on the cards for holidaymakers from England and Wales British holidaymakers can now visit just eight countries without restrictions, as Liechtenstein begins its ban on travellers from the UK. Of the UK’s green-listed countries, only Germany, Poland, Italy, Sweden, Turkey, mainland Greece, Gibraltar and San Marino […]
Firefighters conduct a back-burn operation along CA-168 during the Creek fire as it approaches the Shaver Lake Marina on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020. (Kent Nishimura / Los Angeles Times) We absorb the images — the charred remains of a homeowner’s paradise, a sweeping natural vista left blackened by towers of […]