Hillcrest’s Maximilian Carmicle is a rising star in two sports. He has picked up Division I offers in football and continues to garner more notice on the basketball court as a 6-foot-7 junior forward. The tough Carmicle, though, is more likely to shy away from the attention than seek it out. “I’m not really a fan of the fame and all of that,” he said. “I just want to … [Read more...] about Going to Maximilian Carmicle pays off as Hillcrest pulls away from Evergreen Park. The gist? ‘He’s our workhorse.’
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In Chicago, Barack Obama focuses on bridge building among a public divided by President-elect Donald Trump
In his first public remarks since last month’s election, former President Barack Obama on Thursday largely avoided direct mention of Donald Trump’s presidential victory and instead focused on the need for bridge-building and accommodation among a public whose sharp divisions have been sown in the Trump era. “You see, it’s easy to give democracy lip service when it delivers the … [Read more...] about In Chicago, Barack Obama focuses on bridge building among a public divided by President-elect Donald Trump
Amnesty International says genocide is occurring in Gaza, an accusation Israel rejects
CAIRO — Amnesty International accused Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip during its war with Hamas, saying it has sought to deliberately destroy Palestinians by mounting deadly attacks, demolishing vital infrastructure and preventing the delivery of food, medicine and other aid. The human rights group released a report Thursday in the Middle East that said such … [Read more...] about Amnesty International says genocide is occurring in Gaza, an accusation Israel rejects
Trump’s defense pick Pete Hegseth faces deepening scrutiny in Senate
WASHINGTON — Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary, spent a second day Tuesday on Capitol Hill, meeting privately with Republican senators amid rising questions about his ability to effectively lead the Pentagon. Hegseth told reporters he was planning to sit down with senators, even with those potentially skeptical of his nomination. “We’re … [Read more...] about Trump’s defense pick Pete Hegseth faces deepening scrutiny in Senate
These men’s winter boots will keep you warm and dry
Which winter boots for men are best? Winter is right around the corner, so it’s almost time to break out your cold-weather clothing. Protecting your extremities is crucial, so you’ll want to ensure you have a reliable pair of boots. There are many to choose from, but the best, such as the Sorel Caribou Boots, offer excellent water protection and long-lasting comfort. They’re … [Read more...] about These men’s winter boots will keep you warm and dry