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Cheney on the problem with American politics: 'We're electing idiots'

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

(The Hill) - Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) suggested Monday that the problem with American politics is that “we’re electing idiots.”“Look, I think that the country right now faces hugely challenging and fundamentally important issues,” Cheney said at an event with the cultural and community center, 92nd Street Y, New York. “What we’ve done in our politics is create a situation where we’re electing idiots.”Cheney, who is a staunch opponent of former President Trump, offered the reflection in response to a question about whether she would run for president if polling showed that it would hurt Trump’s third White House run. “I don’t look at it through the lens of, you know, is this what I should do or what I shouldn’t do,” the former congresswoman said. “I look at it through the lens of, how do we elect serious people? And I think electing serious people can’t be partisan.”“Because of the situation that we’re in, where we have a major-party candidate who’s trying to unravel our ...

Historic heat wave ends as calendar flips to July

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It's been a LONG couple weeks of triple digit heat here in Central Texas... but a sliver of hope is on the horizon.A mix of Heat Advisories and Excessive Heat Warnings continues for much of the area today as heat index values could climb up to 110°. Sunshine and dry skies will stretch areawide.The powerful heat dome responsible for the prolonged June heat wave will finally shift east and weaken late week into the weekend. This displacement will allow high temperatures to drop slightly each day, falling below 100° in Austin early next week.This change in pattern will also allow low daily rain chances to return beginning Sunday. A few isolated storms are possible through the July 4th holiday, with wetter weather possibly persisting through next week.6-10 day precipitation outlookSummer Fan DriveOur Summer Fan Drive is underway! Please click here to find out how you can make an online donation and learn more about Family Eldercare's Summer Fan Drive event with KXAN on ...

Police: Motorcyclist killed in June 14 crash on FM 2222

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

Editor's note: The video in this story is from June 14, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police said Monday a motorcyclist died June 14 after crashing with a van on FM 2222 during morning rush hour. According to APD, the crash happened in the 8600 block of FM 2222 just after 6:45 a.m. on June 14. That is between FM 620 and Loop 360. PREVIOUS: 1 dead after motorcycle-vehicle crash on FM 2222 APD said the unidentified motorcyclist died at the scene and the van driver remained and was cooperative. This incident is being investigated as Austin's 44th fatal crash of 2023, resulting in 44 fatalities for the year, according to APD. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to cal APD's Vehicular Homicide unit at 512-974-8111 or submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program or by calling 512-472-8477.

10-minute chili noodles for an easy summer burn

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

Ever have one of those days where you just don’t feel like cooking, but also aren’t keen on eating out or ordering in? In summer, there’s just so much fun stuff to do outside the house that shopping for and preparing a multi-course can feel even more like a chore.If we’re going to be honest, I’d much rather be on my bike or taking a hike at the end of a workday.But what if you could whip up a bowl of the world’s tastiest vegetarian noodles in 10 minutes or less?If your kitchen is well-stocked with Asian pantry ingredients — think staples such as soy and fish sauces, Shaoxing wine and toasted sesame oil — this dish is for you. It only takes as long to prepare as it does to chop some green onions and ginger and measure out a few condiments. In other words, it’s both fast and easy, not to mention budget-friendly.The homemade chili oil sauce is definitely on the spicy side, so if you don’t like to break into a sweat at mealtime, add half a...

Five weeknight dishes: A clever dinner hack

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

One of the smartest approaches to feeding a group of opinionated people with different preferences — say, your family — is to make something that’s easy to construct or deconstruct as you like. (Tacos are the reigning champions in this arena.)Niçoise salad is also a great pick-and-choose meal; let everyone take what they want from the platter of canned tuna, green beans, boiled eggs, tomatoes, olives and so on.You’ll find a roasted salmon-centered take on Niçoise salad below, as well as a dumpling salad that can be separated into parts for anyone who won’t go for the full package. The tajín chicken, BBQ tofu and creamy lemon pasta are just plain delicious.1. Tajín Grilled ChickenTaj’n Grilled Chicken. This easy recipe harnesses the electric flavors of taj’n, the beloved chile-lime spice, and uses them to bring chicken to life. You can serve this as is or sandwiched on a bun. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. (Armando Rafael/The New York Times)Tajín is a Mexican seasoning made from dried,...

Two children pulled, rescued from Hoosic River

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. (NEWS10) -- Two children were rescued from the Hoosic River, also known as the Hoosac, around 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Officials say one of the children was taken to the emergency department as a precaution, and the other was in good condition. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Officials say the children were swimming in the river, but were washed out due to a strong current from recent rain and couldn't swim back. Firefighters Lt. Kevin Alicea and Mitch Maselli were two of the first on the scene and in the water. Officials say both were off duty at the time. Members from the North Adams Fire Department, Police, and NBEMS responded to the scene as well.

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Is Being Sunburned a Good Excuse to Call in Sick?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma is about beautiful hot weather and work. Here's the email: Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hey Jaime, This happened to me at work the other day, and I'm wondering what you think of this. I had a great weekend with my family. We went to the Jersey shore, and the weather was perfect...hot and sunny. We couldn't really swim in the ocean because it was so cold, so we hung out on the beach just relaxing and having fun. Well, unfortunately, I ended up getting sunburned pretty badly. I was so worried about taking care of the kids that I forgot to put that much lotion on myself. Anyway, Sunday night it was killing me so I called in sick to work on Monday. When I returned to the office on Tuesday, and everyone saw my sunburn, they were ribbing me about it. My boss even called me in and told me it really wasn't a legitimate reason to call in sick, but he wouldn't do anything ab...

Ask Amy: Adult caregiver feels burdened and burnt out

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

Dear Amy: I’m halfway through a two-week visit with my 89-year-old mom, and my stress level is through the roof.On the one hand, I know that her life isn’t easy due to numerous health issues, including memory and vision loss — plus the death of my dad just over a year ago.On the other hand, and my siblings would all agree, she makes everything so much harder than it has to be, for herself and for everyone around her.The criticisms, complaints, put-downs, constant demands and need to control everything makes it so hard to find the patience and compassion I should have.It doesn’t take very long when trying to do anything with her before I’m stressed out and frustrated at the way she treats me and what I’m being put through while trying to help her.And I hate myself for it.I can hear the whine of an unhappy child in the grumbling of the adult I’m supposed to be, and by nightfall it’s not just one day’s worth of issues I’m trying to let go of, but decades of conflict, misunderstan...

French Sunday newspaper on strike over fears of far-right turn

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

France’s flagship Sunday newspaper, Le Journal du Dimanche (JDD), was not published last Sunday (25 June) after its staff went on strike to protest against the nomination of a new editor-in-chief who worked for a far-right magazine.The newspaper’s owner, French media group Lagardere (LAGA.PA), on Friday (23 June) named Geoffroy Lejeune as JDD's new editor-in-chief, succeeding Jerome Begle who left for Paris Match.Lejeune is the former head of magazine Valeurs Actuelles, which has courted controversy with anti-immigrant covers and was fined for racist insult in 2022.The move comes just two weeks after the European Commission gave a conditional green light to the acquisition of Lagardere by Vivendi (VIV.PA) the media conglomerate controlled by French billionaire Vincent Bollore.The company already owns news channel CNews, which has taken a conservative turn since Bollore took control. Anti-immigration and hardline law-and-order comments made by some of its talk show hosts regularly in...

New project aims to dispel 'myths' about Brits abroad - and boost reform drive

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:31 GMT

A major project has been launched which partly aims to “bust some of the myths” about Britons who live abroad, writes Martin Banks.Another objective of the exercise is to garner support for the creation of overseas constituencies in the UK parliament.It is argued that being able to vote for an MP in the British parliament, who represents a constituency outside the UK, would help support Britons who live and work in mainland Europe and beyond. As well as promote the UK abroad.Organizers say that many still cling on to an outdated image of British nationals who reside abroad.Else Kvist, head of communications for New Europeans UK, one of the two campaign groups behind the project, says they want to hear from British people who live abroad.It is hoped the initiative will “help bust some of the common myths about retired Brits lounging about in the Mediterranean, soaking up the sun with a drink in their hand," she said."University research from one of our board members, Michaela Benson,...