CNN — Republicans on Tuesday formally blocked a request from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to temporarily replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Judiciary Committee, something Democrats hoped to do in order to advance stalled judicial nominations. Senate Democrats are seeking to temporarily replace Feinstein on the powerful panel that processes judicial nominees as the California Democrat remains absent, recovering from shingles. Senate Republicans, however, have made clear that they have been prepared to block Democratic efforts to replace Feinstein on the committee, ratcheting up pressure on the 89-year-old California Democrat to resign or return quickly. Feinstein’s return date is…
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BBCSir Duncan Nichol said he should have allowed senior consultants to attend a meeting where Lucy Letby’s future was discussedThe former chairman of the hospital where serial killer Lucy Letby murdered babies has said his decision to not invite the doctors who suspected her to an important meeting was “a big personal failure”. Sir Duncan Nichol chaired the board of directors at the Countess of Chester Hospital at the time Letby killed seven infants and tried to kill seven others between June 2015 and June 2016. He also described an “emotional meeting” with one of those doctors after the police…
Covid ‘should be treated like chicken pox’ Sir Christopher was caught up in a row last year over conversation he had during the early stages of the pandemic with then Cabinet Secretary’s Mark Sedwill, in which he agreed Covid should be treated like chicken pox, with people encouraged to catch it to build ‘herd immunity’. In November 2023 the official inquiry into the pandemic which left more than 208,000 Brits dead, was shown messages from early 2020, between Lord Sedwill and Sir Christopher, who was permanent secretary at the Department of Health at the time. Sir Christopher told his boss he was ‘exactly…
His dream of being a model on the runway and in front of cameras became a reality for Bakerton resident Shailan Naidoo. This 28-year-old’s dream began to take shape when he entered Mr India South Africa 2024, in August. Although he does not have experience and this is the first official pageant, Shailan knew this was an opportunity he had to grab with both hands. “As a young boy, I did not always believe I could be a model, due to ‘industry standards.” As he grew up, he realised there are different types of modelling and as you embrace your…
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz and Gael Monfils featured in a video tribute to the Argentine.Del Potro beat five-time defending champion Federer to win the US Open in 2009.He reached the final in New York again in 2018 but lost to Djokovic.A popular player with a huge forehand, Del Potro won two Olympic medals – bronze in 2012 and silver four years later.He claimed 22 ATP singles titles in his career and was as high as number three in the world rankings.However, a wrist injury derailed his career after his US Open victory before he seriously injured his knee…
Following their emphatic 3-0 victory in the Women’s ODI series, Bangladesh are ready to showcase their prowess in the T20I series against Ireland. The team management has unveiled the squad for the first two T20Is of the three-match series, scheduled to commence on December 5 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.The T20I series will provide Bangladesh an opportunity to bounce back after their underwhelming performance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, where they managed only one win in four games.Key details of the T20I legAll three matches will be played in Sylhet, with the second and third games…
In the United States and around the world, democracy is under threat. Anti-democratic attitudes have become more prevalent, partisan polarization is growing, misinformation is omnipresent, and politicians and citizens sometimes question the integrity of elections. With this backdrop, the MIT Department of Political Science is launching an effort to establish a Strengthening Democracy Initiative. In this Q&A, department head David Singer, the Raphael Dorman-Helen Starbuck Professor of Political Science, discusses the goals and scope of the initiative.Q: What is the purpose of the Strengthening Democracy Initiative?A: Well-functioning democracies require accountable representatives, accurate and freely available information, equitable citizen voice and participation,…
Now that EMFs and WiFi are everywhere, many of us are exploring the benefits of reconnecting to the earth’s healing frequencies. Although I try to walk barefoot outside daily, it’s a bit tougher in the winter. The good news is that it’s still possible to get the benefits of grounding while indoors. I use and recommend grounding sheets to stay grounded every night while sleeping. What is Grounding/Earthing? Earthing or “grounding” refers to connecting the body to the earth’s electrical energy. “Grounding” traditionally meant connecting electrical devices to the earth for safety purposes. Earthing is a newer term that refers…
In a span of 30 years, SM Prime Holdings (PSE: SMPH) has become a dominant force in the Philippine property sector, driven by its iconic SM malls and the market-leading developments of SM Development Corp. (SMDC). Tracing its origins back to a small shoe store founded by Henry Sy, Sr. in downtown Manila, SMPH has grown into one of the most valuable firms in the country and a leading integrated property developer in Southeast Asia. Beyond its impressive scale, SM Prime stands as a bellwether for the Philippines—its progression following the same arc as the nation’s economic and social advancement.…
Crock Pot Ham is a set-it-and-forget-it kind of meal! With just minutes of prep, and a simple and delicious glaze, ham is slow cooked to tender perfection for an easy holiday favorite. It needs just minutes of prep time. Since crockpot ham cooks low and slow, it’s tender and juicy every time. Making ham in a slow cooker saves oven space for other dishes. It’s so easy that it practically cooks itself. This crockpot ham recipe is perfect for a holiday dinner or a Sunday supper all year. What You’ll Need Ham: Choose a fully cooked ham up to 10…
