It’s beginning to be a habit. It, in this case, is the messy business of center-left political jettisoning one leader suddenly deemed unelectable and, without resort to the usual rules or democratic procedure, designating a replacement. It’s the process that came fairly close to giving ...
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down on Sunday as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government, saying he had offered a new and important position to the former premier. Zelenskyy, who has remained in office under ...
Today is Monday, July 13, the 194th day of 2026. There are 171 days left in the year. Today in History: In 1985, the “Live Aid” benefit rock concerts were held simultaneously in London and Philadelphia, raising millions for famine relief in Ethiopia. Also on this date: In 1793, French politician, physician and journalist Jean-Paul Marat was assassinated by Charlotte Corday, who stabbed him to death in his bath. In 1863, deadly rioting against the Civil War military draft erupted in New York City. (The insurrection was put down three days later.) In 1923, a sign consisting of ...
With this week predicted to be a scorcher — potentially reaching 100 today and in the 90s through Wednesday before settling back into just the 80s — the temptation will grow to cool off by taking to the water. If plans includes a visit to one of the Great Lakes in our region, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has some advice on staying safe while enjoying an outing at the beach. “Remember the Great Lakes are large, powerful systems that hold more than 20% of the world’s fresh water. Strong currents can catch even the most experienced swimmer off guard,” the DNR ...
A big bouquet goes out to Jenna and David Nyman for caring. After a neighbor passed away unexpectedly, Jenna and David spent over three weeks feeding, watering, cleaning litter boxes and trapping the cats that were in the home and left without a caretaker. Thanks also to Deb, who helped transport the cats to safety. Well done, neighbors, well done.
