Early in World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt learned of Nazi plans to systematically murder European Jews. Later, advisors urged him to order the bombing rail lines leading to Auschwitz. He rejected their pleas. Actions to prevent these murders, he responded, would turn the war into a campaign to save Jews, and in so doing undermine American’s support … Read more
If you’re a homeowner (or will soon be one), it can make a lot of sense to invest in a home warranty in 2024. Ferran Traité Soler/Getty Images Many Americans are starting the new year by reviewing their finances and making strategic moves to earn and save more in 2024. This practice can also be … Read more
With so many things keeping our family members busy during weekdays, the weekends may be the only chance to spend some quality time with one another. There are so many things that families can do every weekend, and most of them would not require you to break the bank. You just need to be creative … Read more
By Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press DENVER (AP) — First, Colorado’s Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump wasn’t eligible to run for his old job in that state. Then, Maine’s Democratic secretary of state ruled the same for her state. Who’s next? Both decisions are historic. The Colorado court was the first court to apply to a presidential … Read more
First Selectman Vicki Tesoro speaks during an interview in her office in Trumbull, Conn. Dec. 21, 2022.Ned Gerard/Hearst Connecticut Media First Selectman Vicki Tesoro speaks during an interview in her office in Trumbull, Conn. Dec. 21, 2022.Ned Gerard/Hearst Connecticut Media Main Street in the Long Hill section of Trumbull, Conn., on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. … Read more
Former President Donald Trump has been kicked off the ballot in another state. On Thursday, Maine’s State of State Shenna Bellows removed the former president from the ballot, citing the clause of the 14th Amendment that prohibits individuals who engaged in an insurrection after taking an oath to uphold the Constitution from holding office again. … Read more
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold (D) slammed Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) over her decision to switch districts for the 2024 election cycle, calling the move “blatant self-preservation.” Boebert announced Wednesday that she will not seek reelection in the 3rd District and instead move to the 4th District, currently held by retiring Rep. Ken Buck … Read more
Maine’s secretary of state on Thursday ruled former President Trump is disqualified from holding office and appearing on the state’s primary ballot under section 3 of the 14th Amendment over his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol. “The U.S. Constitution does not tolerate an assault on the foundations of our … Read more
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is intensifying Spain’s efforts to source its energy grid from solar and wind sources, formally ditching nuclear power. Reuters / SUSANA VERA Spain will shutter all of its remaining nuclear power plants by 2035, the government confirmed on Wednesday, as part of its aggressive energy plan for the future. The Council … Read more
Feeling lucky? The Powerball jackpot for the Saturday drawing rose to an estimated $760 million with a cash option prize of an estimated $382.5 million, lottery officials said Thursday. If someone wins the jackpot, it would be the sixth largest in Powerball history. The Powerball was last hit on Oct. 11 and Saturday’s drawing will … Read more
