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Ask Amy: Vietnam War casts long shadow over family

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

Dear Amy: More than 50 years ago, my sister married a guy who skipped the States after being drafted into the US Army (it was during the Vietnam War).I was also drafted and served, including going to Vietnam.My mother was totally against my sister marrying this guy because he was on the lam.I was asked to meet with his parents when they came to my Mom’s house, with instructions from my parents to make it very clear that they were totally against this marriage, making me the bad guy in this scenario.My sister told our mom that if I wanted to attend the wedding, the invitation was left on top of my mom’s refrigerator. I took it personally because I was married and living with my wife and son and the invitation should have been sent to our home address.I did not attend the ceremony.They still live outside the country, but their children — my nephews and nieces — are American citizens and live here. They are grown and have kids of their own.They greet me with respect a...

Hungary's Orban condemns EU federalism and LGBTQ 'offensive'

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban (pictured) on Saturday (22 July) renewed an attack on the European Union for conducting what he called an "LGBTQ offensive", saying his nationalist government would protect the country's Christian roots.In a speech in Romania, Orban - a long-standing critic of Brussels - also said he hoped next year's European parliament elections would strengthen governments within the bloc that reject the "federalism" represented by Germany and France.In power since 2010, Orban passed a law in 2021 banning the use of materials seen as promoting homosexuality and gender change at schools, citing the need to protect children from "LGBTQ propaganda" and thereby escalating a row with the EU.He has also clashed with Brussels over other issues including the rule of law, and reforms to Hungary's media and the judiciary.The EU is "either an empire or (individual) nations ... We should not have any illusions: the federalists are trying to squeeze us out," Orban said."T...

49ers training camp: McCaffrey revs up for historic season

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Christian McCaffrey’s first training camp with the 49ers could be a springboard toward franchise history, as well as NFL milestones.“Everybody knows where our head is at, from the top down,” McCaffrey said at spring workouts. “We know what we want to accomplish and where we want to go.”The 49ers report to camp today among the NFC favorites to reach the Super Bowl. Individually, he’s just as strong a candidate for the NFL record book.McCaffrey instantly proved himself an offensive catalyst last season, when the Stanford product returned to the Bay Area in an October trade from Carolina. He spiked Kyle Shanahan’s offense with more multi-dimensional flavor, in a traditionally run-oriented scheme that suddenly piled up points any way possible.Appreciative of his time in Carolina, McCaffrey came to the 49ers as a perfect fit.“When you commit to a team, you’re part of something that’s bigger than yourself,” McCaffrey said in May. “In hindsight, I firm...

Detached house sells in Oakland for $1.6 million

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

5552 Estates Drive – Google Street ViewA house located in the 5500 block of Estates Drive in Oakland has new owners. The 1,749-square-foot property, built in 1952, was sold on June 9, 2023. The $1,600,000 purchase price works out to $915 per square foot. The layout of this two-story home consists of three bedrooms and three baths. Additionally, the home includes a two-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements. The lot size of the property measures an impressive 0.3-acre.These nearby houses have also recently been purchased:A 3,483-square-foot home on the 5400 block of Proctor Avenue in Oakland sold in June 2022, for $3,200,000, a price per square foot of $919. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Proctor Avenue, Oakland, in March 2023, a 1,717-square-foot home was sold for $1,550,000, a price per square foot of $903. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In September 2022, a 2,398-square-foot home on Fernwood Drive in Oakland sold for $2,325,0...

Word Game: July 25, 2023

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

TODAY’S WORD — BENIGNLY (BENIGNLY: bee-NINE-lee: Causing no significant effect; harmlessly.)Average mark 18 wordsTime limit 30 minutesCan you find 22 or more words in BENIGNLY? The list will be published tomorrow.YESTERDAY’S WORD — VICTORIA vicar victor iota cart cavort ciao coat coati coir taco taro torii trio trivia orca ratio riot roti actor aorticTo purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last!RULES OF THE GAME:1. Words must be of four or more letters.2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed.Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at [email protected].

Horoscopes July 25, 2023: James Lafferty, make continuity part of your plan

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Lafferty, 38; D.B. Woodside, 54; Matt LeBlanc, 56; Illeana Douglas, 62.Happy Birthday: Refuse to let your emotions take over this year, leading you down a path that can cost you financially, physically or legally. Leave nothing to chance by overseeing every move you want to make. Precision and detail will play roles in your success, so don’t scrimp, and make continuity part of your plan. An offer is only worthwhile if it’s in your best interest. Choose wisely. Your numbers are 3, 15, 22, 26, 34, 41, 46.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Embrace life, focus on accomplishment and stop fretting over what you cannot change. Use your intelligence to guide you and your strength and courage to help you follow through. Take on any challenge you encounter with enthusiasm and the will to win. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look for an alternative when faced with negativity, and you’ll accomplish your objective. Create opportunities instead of ex...

Asbury Automotive: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Asbury Automotive Group Inc. (ABG) on Tuesday reported second-quarter earnings of $196.4 million.On a per-share basis, the Duluth, Georgia-based company said it had profit of $9.34. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were $8.95 per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $8.15 per share.The auto dealership chain posted revenue of $3.74 billion in the period, matching Street forecasts.Asbury Automotive shares have climbed 30% since the beginning of the year. The stock has increased 39% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on ABG at https://www.zacks.com/ap/ABGSource

3M: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

ST PAUL, Minn. (AP) — ST PAUL, Minn. (AP) — 3M Co. (MMM) on Tuesday reported a loss of $6.84 billion in its second quarter.The St Paul, Minnesota-based company said it had a loss of $12.35 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to $2.17 per share.The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.65 per share.The maker of Post-it notes, industrial coatings and ceramics posted revenue of $8.32 billion in the period, which also topped Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $7.95 billion.3M expects full-year earnings in the range of $8.60 to $9.10 per share._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on MMM at https://www.zacks.com/ap/MMMSource

Herc Holdings: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. (AP) — BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. (AP) — Herc Holdings Inc. (HRI) on Tuesday reported earnings of $76 million in its second quarter.The Bonita Springs, Florida-based company said it had net income of $2.66 per share. Earnings, adjusted for costs related to mergers and acquisitions, were $2.69 per share.The equipment rental supplier posted revenue of $802 million in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on HRI at https://www.zacks.com/ap/HRISource

PulteGroup: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:00:10 GMT

ATLANTA (AP) — ATLANTA (AP) — PulteGroup Inc. (PHM) on Tuesday reported second-quarter earnings of $720.3 million.On a per-share basis, the Atlanta-based company said it had profit of $3.21. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, came to $3 per share.The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $2.47 per share.The homebuilder posted revenue of $4.19 billion in the period, also beating Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $3.96 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on PHM at https://www.zacks.com/ap/PHMSource