The enmity has accompanied a tense and violent opening to the 117th Congress, as the country prepares for the transition to the Joe BidenJoe BidenAzar in departure letter says Capitol riot threatens to 'tarnish' administration's accomplishments House Democrats introduce measures to oppose Trump's bomb sale to Saudis On The Money: Retail sales drop in latest sign of weakening economy | Fast-food workers strike for minimum wage | US officials raise concerns over Mexico's handling of energy permits MORE administration after months when Trump refused to accept his election defeat. Those tensions reached a tragic crescendo on Jan. 6, when thousands of Trump devotees marched on the Capitol to block the vote formalizing Biden's victory. … [Read more...] about An attack on America that’s divided Congress — and a nation
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Mushroom ragout transforms cheesy polenta into a comforting ‘pot pie’
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Transfer the mushroom mixture to a 9-inch pie plate or a similar-size gratin dish and press into an even layer. Carefully spoon the polenta on top, then let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes so the polenta firms up a bit (the recipe can be prepared to this point and kept at room temperature for up to 2 hours). Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, then set the dish under the broiler, a few inches from the heating element, and broil until the polenta puffs and is lightly browned (watch carefully so you don’t burn it). Serve right away. … [Read more...] about Mushroom ragout transforms cheesy polenta into a comforting ‘pot pie’
‘Cheating’ may mean something else entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic
"If you’re texting things that you wouldn’t want your partner to know about or having Zoom calls that you wouldn’t want your partner to walk in on, you’re cheating," said Sophie Saint Thomas, a sex writer and author of the forthcoming book, "Sex Witch." … [Read more...] about ‘Cheating’ may mean something else entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic
Yankees sign pitcher Corey Kluber, two-time Cy Young Award winner
Kluber, nicknamed "Klubot" because of his mechanical demeanor on and off the mound while excelling for the Indians, secured an impressive commitment from the Yankees given how little he pitched in 2019 and 2020 due to injuries. The 34-year-old right-hander has been rehabilitating with Eric Cressey, the Yankees’ director of player health and performance, and he threw a mound session for scouts this past week. … [Read more...] about Yankees sign pitcher Corey Kluber, two-time Cy Young Award winner
Oakland homeless prevention program keeps 5,000 households from losing homes
Keep Oakland Housed was boosted by $1.5 million in private donations and about $5 million in federal Cares Act funding. Donors include the San Francisco Foundation, Kaiser Permanente and Crankstart, a charity run by a Silicon Valley venture capitalist. … [Read more...] about Oakland homeless prevention program keeps 5,000 households from losing homes
