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RICHMOND — Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed a bill that guarantees same-sex couples will not be denied marriage licenses, but he vetoed eight of the first 84 bills that came to his desk late Friday, leaving the General Assembly. is preparing to end its 60-day session on Saturday. He despises his plans for a $2 billion sports arena.Youngkin (R), hours before a midnight deadline and without a provision for his top priority, the construction of a publicly funded arena for the Washington Wizards and Capitals in Alexandria, led by leading Democratic lawmakers to cut the state budget. Two days after agreeing…
Jake Trotter, ESPN Staff WriterMarch 9, 2024, 12:45 PM ETcloseJake Trotter covers the Cleveland Browns for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2011 to cover college football. Previously, he worked at The Oklahoman, The Austin American, The Statesman, and The Middletown (Ohio) Journal. You can follow him on Twitter @Jake_Trotter.The Cleveland Browns have strengthened their receiving rotation, acquiring wideout Jerry Jeudy in a trade with the Denver Broncos, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Schefter said the Browns will send a 2024 fifth-round pick and a sixth-round pick to Denver to complete the trade. The trade cannot be officially completed until the new…
March 8, 2024Updated 2 hours agoimage source, Getty ImagesSweden and Canada announced they would resume aid payments to UNRWA, the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees.They were among 16 countries that suspended funding after Israel accused at least 12 UNRWA officials of involvement in the October 7 attack by Hamas.The United Nations is investigating, and the French foreign minister is leading the investigation. Sweden announced on Saturday it would send an initial 200 million kronor (£15 million, $19 million) after UNRWA agreed to spend and further tests on its staff.”The government has allocated SEK 400 million to UNRWA in 2024.…
Cabinets are first and foremost practical, but in Cameron Diaz's home, they become a statement piece.The actress' glass cabinet is a reminder that you don't have to sacrifice beauty (or personality) when choosing functional storage items. Diaz installed glass-fronted cabinets (with black-painted frames and illuminated shelves) in her Montecito home, turning plates, plates and cocktail glasses into decorative objects. From dining rooms to kitchen storage, glass cabinets like Diaz have long influenced our designs, and experts say their appeal remains strong. Diaz's home is certainly not compact. However, this glass has size-enhancing properties, making it a welcome addition to spaces…
DUBLIN (AP) – Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said Saturday that two constitutional amendments he supported that would expand the definition of family and remove language about women's role in the household failed in an early vote tally. As he headed towards the end, he admitted defeat.Mr Varadkar, who pushed for a vote to enshrine gender equality in the constitution by removing “very outdated language” and seeking to recognize the realities of modern family life, said the amendment was “completely supported by an impressive turnout”. It is clear that the proposal was rejected. Mr Varadkar said: “It is our responsibility…
CNN — At the end of 2022, the United States began “rigorous preparations” for the possibility of Russia attacking Ukraine with nuclear weapons. The attack would have been the first nuclear attack in war since the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki nearly 80 years ago. officials told CNN. The Biden administration was particularly concerned about Russia's potential use of tactical or battlefield nuclear weapons, officials said. I first reported that U.S. officials were worried about Russia using tactical nuclear weapons in 2022, in my new book, The Return of the Great Powers, to be published on…
Written by Chris Ewokor & Andre Roden-Paulin kaduna and london2 hours agoimage caption, A boy holds up a placard to protest the kidnapping of nearly 300 school children this week.The governor of Nigeria's Kaduna state told BBC News that at least 28 of the approximately 300 schoolchildren kidnapped by armed groups have escaped.Nigeria's military is leading a frantic search for the abducted children in the northern town of Kuriga on Thursday. Troops are working with police and local search teams to search forests in Kaduna and neighboring states. This kidnapping is the largest mass kidnapping from a school since 2021.…
March 9, 2024, 06:45 Japan timeUpdated 8 minutes agoimage caption, The results of Friday's referendum will be announced at a later date.Two referendums on family and care have been held in the Republic of Ireland and counting is underway.Early signs indicate that both referendums may be rejected.The vote, held on International Women's Day, asked for views on amendments to two parts of Ireland's constitution.One change could change the definition of family to include those not based on marriage, and another could remove references to women in the household.Eamonn Ryan, leader of the Green Party who campaigned for Yes, said in…
That might mean giving new life to an heirloom or found item. Or buy new items with long-lasting quality.At Gideon Mendelsohn's home in Sagaponack, New York, the designer framed a vintage deli sign to add a playful element to the dining room.Photo: Associated PressNew York-based designer Gideon Mendelson believes the movement reflects Japanese philosophy. reason to live, focuses on finding meaning and purpose. Applied to interiors, it is important to create spaces that promote overall well-being.“For me, good design brings space to life and activity. Decorating with meaningful pieces is not about aesthetics, but about curating a space that resonates…
A tattered Israeli flag waves on Israel’s southern border with the Gaza Strip on Thursday. Maya Levin for NPR hide caption toggle caption Maya Levin for NPR A tattered Israeli flag waves on Israel’s southern border with the Gaza Strip on Thursday. Maya Levin for NPR SHEFAYIM, Israel — Five months after the surprise Hamas assault on Israel on Oct. 7, and Israel’s punishing military response in Gaza, Israeli and Palestinian lives have been immeasurably changed. The catastrophic conditions worsening daily in Gaza often overshadow the profound transformation Israelis have undergone. The state of Israel’s society is crucial to understanding…