“Welcome Home” at SAAM captures the neighborhoods of East Baltimore
In 1975, photographer Elinor Cahn captured Massey, who died in 1984, posing in front of her Fells Point thrift store, Edith’s Shopping Bag. The image is now part of the permanent collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and is currently on display as part of a photographic time capsule from nearly a half-century ago, one capturing the neighborhoods of East Baltimore. “Welcome Home” stands out as the only survey conceived of and carried out by women photographers. “What I think of in this body of work is the degree of intimacy between photographers and subjects. Welcome Home: A Portrait of East Baltimore, 1975-1980 is on display through Jan. 17 at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and G Streets NW.
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August 16, 2021 18:22 UTC
EatWell DC's August Tomato Festival at The Pig, Commissary, and Logan Tavern
The three Logan Circle restaurants in the gay-owned EatWell DC group — The Pig, Commissary, and Logan Tavern — are spending the month of August in proper foodie fashion, celebrating one of the perennial greatest hits of summer produce and one of nature’s true gifts to humankind. Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes and Halloumi Cheese is a medley further accented by Harissa spice, olives, caperberries, parsley, mint, and onions and coated in pomegranate molasses and olive oil. For dessert, try Tomato Panna Cotta, made with basil syrup, heirloom tomato marmalade, parmesan tuile, and pistachio. Over at the group’s longest-running venture, Logan Tavern, the specials include an Eatwell Farm Salad featuring a mix of heirloom and confit tomatoes, watermelon, and feta. Logan Tavern is at 1413 P St. NW.
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August 16, 2021 18:20 UTC
Bisexual Olympic athlete Jack Woolley attacked by mob in Ireland
A bisexual Olympic athlete has undergone surgery to his face after he was attacked by a mob of people in Ireland. Jack Woolley, a taekwondo athlete who represented Ireland at the 2020 Summer Olympics, shared images of the gruesome aftermath of the assault in Dublin, Ireland. Followed by a bar for a couple of drinks,” Woolley wrote in a caption on Instagram. “My friends helped me through out all of this and I’m glad to say they both are well and safe,” he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jack Woolley 🦂 (@jack_woolley_tkd)Police confirmed to the Irish Independent that a man in his 20s was transported to hospital after sustaining “non-life threatening injuries.”“No arrests have been made,” they added.
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August 16, 2021 17:37 UTC
4 Budget-Friendly Activities in OKC
Our favorites include The Thunder Fountain at the Myriad Gardens (completely shaded) or the Little River Park in Moore (shade awning and completely gated!). Our favorites include The Thunder Fountain at the Myriad Gardens (completely shaded) or the Little River Park in Moore (shade awning and completely gated!). Ride the OKC Streetcar: After being at the Myriad Gardens, we decided to hop on the streetcar stop at Sheridan and Hudson. This quirky and fun event was completely free to attend and had us all smiling and giggling, cat-aficionado or not! If you need a little more inspiration for budget-friendly fun in OKC, check out MetroFamily’s list of 50 things to do this summer under $5.
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August 16, 2021 16:56 UTC
Michigan groups urge bold action to tackle climate change
click to enlarge ShutterstockMichigan climate change and clean energy groups are urging Congress to tackle climate change. "Those once-in-100-year storms that are now happening, like, a couple times in a summer," said Durkin, "it's the reason why we need to get moving on climate change. "Durkin added that the U.S. and Michigan in particular have the opportunity to be leaders in clean technology, from clean transportation to energy-efficient homes and buildings.Tina Catron is a Michigan climate organizer for the Environmental Defense Action Fund. "We all saw the IPCC report, making it clear that we have no time left," said Catron. There's power in numbers.
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August 16, 2021 16:30 UTC
James Craig employs Trump-like rhetoric in plan to protect police from those crime-loving liberals
Steve NeavlingFormer Detroit Police Chief James Craig in the city's real-time crime center. Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, saying they aren’t committed to combating crime.“The Governor and Attorney General are focused on settling political scores rather than keeping our communities safe,” Craig said. The Republicans are Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy, Luce County Sheriff John Cischke, state House Speaker Jason Wentworth, former House Speaker Tom Leonard, Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker, and Sen. Tom Barrett. The Democrats are Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham and Gladwin County Sheriff Mike Shea.Democrats dismissed the plan as en empty public relations stunt.“In yet another example of James Craig putting politics first, he has once again sold Michiganders short in his Hollywood-like production to look tough on crime, Rodericka Applewhaite, spokesperson for the Michigan Democratic Party, said. “This isn’t leadership, it’s showmanship, and his empty ‘plan’ will do little to make Michigan any safer.”
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August 16, 2021 15:56 UTC
Two transgender men sue West Virginia over policy blocking changes to birth certificates
Two transgender men have are suing West Virginia state officials over a policy blocking them from changing the gender marker on their birth certificates to reflect their gender identity. Birth certificates and other identity documents are needed to obtain employment, register for classes, apply for housing, obtain health care, do banking, travel, and access government services. Birth certificates are also needed to obtain other identity documents like a driver’s license, state-issued identity card, or U.S. passport. “Many forms of discrimination against LGBTQ+ people are still permitted under West Virginia state law. If a transgender person’s documentation does not reflect their gender identity, they are at risk of experiencing that discrimination.
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August 16, 2021 15:56 UTC
Gloucester Stage Company's 'Seared' boils over with anger
Keith PowersCorrespondentGLOUCESTER - You hate the characters in Theresa Rebeck’s “Seared” so much, you end up respecting them. Rebeck’s “rage in the kitchen” play, the latest production in the Gloucester Stage Company’s outdoor season at the Windhover Performing Arts Center in Rockport, boils with anger. Director Victoria Gruenberg strove to introduce some pace to the overheated action, but these capable actors kept getting supercharged over gnocchi. His transformation in the kitchen ultimately tries to heal the shattered relationships - far too late for the audience to care. If you goWHAT: Gloucester Stage Company performs Theresa Rebeck’s “Seared”WHERE: Windhover Performing Arts Center, 257R Granite St., RockportWHEN: Through Aug. 22TICKETS: $15–$54INFO: gloucesterstage.com; 978 281-4433
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August 16, 2021 15:22 UTC
James Hormel, first openly gay U.S. ambassador, dies at age 88
James Hormel, who became the first openly gay U.S. ambassador in 1999 following a contentious confirmation battle, died Aug. 13 at a San Francisco Hospital. Hormel served as ambassador from June 1999 to December 2000. “Jim Hormel made history as the first openly gay U.S. As the first openly gay Ambassador, he had the courage to be a pioneer and had the patriotism to accept the challenge. It is fitting that Jim’s name is etched in history as the first openly gay U.S.
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August 16, 2021 15:00 UTC
What's Up Doc? Even people who have already had COVID-19 should get vaccinated. Here's why
So, for certain viral infections in some people the immune response that develops may give protection from reinfection, but for some people/viruses not so much. Further complicating all this is the fact that viral mutations can possibly make an end-run around any immune response. The bad news is that we know that reinfection with COVID-19 is common; that is, prior infection with COVID-19 gives at best a partial immunity. This study definitively showed that people who had already been infected with COVID-19 were over twice as likely to be reinfected if they did not get vaccinated. The bottom line is that even people who have already been infected and then recovered from COVID-19 should be vaccinated.
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August 16, 2021 14:26 UTC
South Shore Bank fined $71,000 for flood insurance regulation violations
Michael P. NortonState House News ServiceBOSTON — South Shore Bank in Weymouth has been slapped by federal regulators with a $71,000 civil penalty for flood insurance regulation violations. The Federal Reserve Bank announced the enforcement action last week, saying it was "in connection with the Bank's pattern or practice of violations" of regulations implementing the National Flood Insurance Act. The assessment order was issued by the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The penalty revenues will eventually be deposited into the National Flood Mitigation Fund, according to the order, which was signed by South Shore Bank President James Dunphy. A full-service mutual savings bank, South Shore Bank was formed in 1833 and employs more than 200 people.
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August 16, 2021 14:03 UTC
Middlesex County's COVID cases up 27.7%; Massachusetts cases surge 22.3%
Mike StuckaUSA TODAY NETWORKNew coronavirus cases leaped in Massachusetts in the week ending Sunday, rising 22.3% as 8,091 cases were reported. For the latest week, coronavirus cases in the United States increased 20.3% from the week before, with 914,968 cases reported. Adding the most new cases overall were Middlesex County, with 1,520 cases; Suffolk County, with 1,001 cases; and Essex County, with 857. Across Massachusetts, cases fell in three counties, with the best declines in Barnstable, Berkshire and Franklin counties. Likely COVID patients admitted in the state:Last week: 807The week before that: 783Four weeks ago: 517Likely COVID patients admitted in the nation:
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August 16, 2021 12:09 UTC
Drones have 'unlimited uses.' Here's how area police departments are using the technology.
“It’s going to have unlimited uses,” said acting Milford Police Chief James Falvey, whose department just recently got a drone. They all can send back a live video feed to the operator or even post live on social media websites such as Facebook. “We got it initially for social media – social media is big,” he said. Although not all departments have a drone, several area department chiefs and spokespeople have said they are looking into getting drones. It’s much faster and covers an area much quicker than on foot.”Many departments help out other departments with the drones.
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August 16, 2021 11:33 UTC
Versatility: Patriots' veteran linebackers have defense looking strong
Judon, Hightower and Van Noy are already making an impact. Even after one preseason game, it’s clear that this Patriots defense is in great hands due to the depth they have at this important position. Van Noy at middle linebackerVan Noy played 25 defensive snaps against Washington, finishing with three tackles. Veteran LBs can handle adjustmentsBelichick said that having Hightower, Judon and Van Noy actually makes life easier on the coaching staff. Add in younger players such as Uche and Winovich and the sky's the limit for the Patriots' defense.
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August 16, 2021 09:00 UTC
75 Vande Bharat Trains to connect different parts of India in 75 weeks
AdvertisementNEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Prime Minister Narendra Modi had made an announcement on 15th August that 75 Vande Bharat Trains will be launched to connect different parts of the country by August 2023 to mark the ongoing ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.’“The country has resolved that 75 Vande Bharat trains will be connecting every corner of the country in 75 weeks of Amrit Mahotsav of Independence,” the Prime Minister said. Indian Railways is planning to roll out atleast 10 new Vande Bharat Trains connecting 40 cities by August 2022. Medha Servo had won the contract worth INR 2,211 Crores to supply the electrical systems for 44 Vande Bharat Trains in January this year. As a result, the Vande Bharat Train has faster acceleration and deceleration, helping it to maintain a higher average speed despite stoppages. At present, two Vande Bharat Trains are operational on the Indian Railway network.
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August 16, 2021 06:06 UTC