When it comes to personality, Metea Valley junior Ashley Basmajian identifies strongly with the outsized flair and bold vocal range of multipurpose recording star Rihanna. By repeatedly defying expectations, Basmajian embodies the defiant opening refrain of her favorite Rihanna song “Breakin’ Dishes,” especially the lyric of “I don’t know who you think I am.” And that’s … [Read more...] about Move over, Rihanna. Ashley Basmajian is back singing a winning-by-pin tune for Metea Valley. ‘Always try my best.’
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Higher Social Security payments coming for millions of people in public service jobs from bill that Biden signed
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Sunday signed into law a measure that boosts Social Security payments for current and former public employees, affecting nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their time as teachers, firefighters, police officers and in other public service jobs. Advocates say the Social Security Fairness Act rights a decades-old disparity, though … [Read more...] about Higher Social Security payments coming for millions of people in public service jobs from bill that Biden signed
Column: After a long overdue and exhilarating win, the Chicago Bears face much bigger questions about what’s next
GREEN BAY — So … What happens next? Where do things go from here? When all the much-needed euphoria from Sunday’s 24-22 victory over the Green Bay Packers recedes for the Chicago Bears, then what? What’s the proper way for the team — the entire organization, really — to reset and refocus? Now that the Bears’ terrible, horrible, no good, very bad season has finally ended — and … [Read more...] about Column: After a long overdue and exhilarating win, the Chicago Bears face much bigger questions about what’s next
Minnesota Vikings spend $2 million on tickets to boost fan turnout at Ford Field for showdown with Detroit Lions
DETROIT — With Sunday’s game at Ford Field being arguably the biggest matchup of the regular season, the Minnesota Vikings took a unique approach to ensure some of their loyal fans had an easier opportunity to attend. Ahead of their divisional showdown with the Detroit Lions, the Vikings purchased roughly 1,900 tickets on the secondary market at approximately $1,000 apiece, … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings spend $2 million on tickets to boost fan turnout at Ford Field for showdown with Detroit Lions
Daily Horoscope for January 04, 2025
General Daily Insight for January 04, 2025 Unsteady beginnings can become more solid. First, the delicate Moon clashes with expansive Jupiter, blowing emotional responses out of proportion and making it harder to recognize boundaries. When the Moon joins with serious Saturn later on, the reality of the situation becomes visible, as our emotions stop clouding our vision. … [Read more...] about Daily Horoscope for January 04, 2025