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David Brooks: Why Biden isn’t getting the credit he deserves

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

The misery index is a crude but effective way to measure the health of the economy. You add up the inflation rate and the unemployment rate. If you’re a president running for re-election, you want that number to be as low as possible.When Ronald Reagan won reelection, it was about 11.4; when George W. Bush did so it was 9; for Barack Obama it was 9.5; and today, as Joe Biden runs for reelection, it’s only 7.7.Biden should be cruising to an easy reelection victory. And that misery index number doesn’t even begin to capture the strength of the U.S. economy right now. There are a zillion positive indicators right now, as the folks in the administration will be quick to tell you. The economy has created 13 million jobs since Biden’s Inauguration Day. According to The Conference Board, a business research firm, Americans’ job satisfaction is at its highest level in 36 years. Household net worth is surging.We learned Thursday that the U.S. economy grew at an annualized 2% rate in the firs...

Working Strategies: Summer dreamin’ and the American dream

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

Amy LindgrenSummer is the season we associate with vacations, free time, staying outside late watching fireflies. In that version, summer is the season for dreaming. Or dreamin’ if you don’t mind losing a letter in exchange for artistic license.And what better time to dream than Independence Day, the holiday commemorating the achievement of visionaries who helped found the country?America has long been called a nation of dreamers. To achieve the American Dream has meant meeting one’s goals and attaining success, however each person defines it.These days, a more critical eye is being cast on that concept, and rightfully so. If we keep raising the ladder so that the lowest rung is out of reach, are all Americans really able to achieve their dreams? Is the concept even meaningful to individuals who face unreasonable obstacles to daily living?This point should be contemplated, taught, discussed and argued often. I still believe deeply in the American Dream, but I’m not going to blindly ...

A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE FOR CENTRAL ASIA

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

The Brussels Energy Club and the diplomatic missions of the Central Asian nations in Brussels are pleased to invite you to the first conference on energy security and sustainability addressing the entire Central Asian region:A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE FOR CENTRAL ASIABuilding New Partnerships to Deliver theEnergy Transition in a Rapidly Growing RegionAgenda:09.30-10.00: Registration and morning coffee10.00-10.45: High-level addressesModerator: Dr. Marat Terterov, Principal Representative, Brussels Energy ClubH.E Dr. Bahadir Kaleagasi, Honorary Chairman, Brussels Energy Club, former-Secretary General, TUSIAD (online)H.E Margulan Baimukhan, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the EUH.E Aidit Erkin, Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the EUH.E Sapar Palvanov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the EUH.E Dilyor Khakimov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the EUMr Firdas Usmanov, chargé d'affaires, Mission of Tajikistan to the EUH.E Tomáš Zdechovský MEP, incoming Chair, DCAS, European ParliamentH.E. Terhi Hakala, EU S...

Hit-and-run driver strikes fire hydrant, floods street in Porter Ranch 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

Police in Porter Ranch are searching for the driver who hit a fire hydrant and fled the scene early Saturday morning. Authorities responded to the intersection of Tampa and Wilbur Avenues around 1:30 a.m. to find water spraying high in the air and a wrecked, abandoned Dodge pickup truck sitting next to the hydrant. Police in Porter Ranch are searching for the driver who hit a fire hydrant and fled the scene early Saturday morning. (KTLA)Police in Porter Ranch are searching for the driver who hit a fire hydrant and fled the scene early Saturday morning. (KTLA)Police in Porter Ranch are searching for the driver who hit a fire hydrant and fled the scene early Saturday morning. (KTLA) At least 1 injured in fiery rollover crash in Compton The truck sheared off the hydrant, which caused a large geyser and flooded the street with several inches of water.  It took crews 15 minutes to stop the water flow. No suspect information has been released. 

The 13 things inside the Winchester Mystery House time capsule

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

The Winchester Mystery House’s 100th anniversary celebration Friday morning was a grand affair in the landmark mansion’s front garden. A string quartet from Symphony San Jose performed, elected officials presented commendations and a champagne toast was made to founders John and Mayme Brown and the current 110 “caretakers” who work at Sarah Winchester’s labyrinthine mansion.Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg added a little levity to the proceedings, too. “There is not much I like more than celebrating housing in my district,” she quipped. “And this is a very special house, built by a very special lady and well worth celebrating.”An attendee enters the Winchester Mystery House as tour guys Katy Darrow, left, Sadia Bates and Damien Robinson look at the historic exhibit during the Winchester Mystery House 100th anniversary in San Jose, Calif. on Friday, June 30, 2023. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)Attendees stroll aroun...

Pedestrian fatally struck by car in Fremont

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

(KRON) -- A pedestrian was struck and killed by a car Friday night in Fremont.The crash occurred around 9:30 p.m. between Alvarado Boulevard and Merganser Drive. The driver stopped at the scene and cooperated with investigators, police said. 2 dead in collision on Highway 4 in Pittsburg The area was closed off for several hours during the investigation.

National Weather Service issues rip current warning, US Coast Guard patrols ahead of July 4

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

(KRON) – The Bay Area is expected to see a hot weekend which means a shift to the outdoors for many ahead of the July 4 holiday. The US Coast Guard will be conducting “Operation Dry Water” patrols which is a nationwide effort to enforce boating under the influence while inspecting the safety of boating equipment. Last year’s operation resulted in almost 12,000 citations and 794 BUIs.  2 dead in collision on Highway 4 in Pittsburg Penalties for a BUI include large fines, suspension of boat operation privileges and jail time. The National Weather Service has issued a warning on possible rip currents at the beach this weekend. Rip currents are powerful currents of water moving away from the shore that can sweep away even the strongest of swimmers. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: ...

Thuram follows in father’s footsteps by moving to Serie A after signing 5-year deal with Inter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

MILAN (AP) — France forward Marcus Thuram is following in his father’s footsteps by moving to Serie A.Thuram signed a five-year deal with Champions League finalist Inter Milan on Saturday, completing a move back to his country of birth on the day the transfer market opened in Italy.“I used to watch Serie A when I was a kid and I saw so many champions,” Thuram said. “Coming to Serie A for me is like coming home.”The 25-year-old Thuram joins on a free transfer after deciding not to renew his contract with Borussia Mönchengladbach, where he spent the last four seasons.Thuram’s father, Lilian, who won the World Cup with France in 1998, played as a defender for Parma and Juventus. Thuram was born in Parma.“The Italian league has changed a lot since my dad played,” Thuram said. “But he gave me a lot of advice as a father. Namely, to play with joy and to enjoy every moment because my dream has become reality.”Thuram came on as a substitute for France in the World Cup fina...

Strus agrees to $63M deal and heads to Cleveland after helping Miami make finals, AP sources say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

Max Strus helped Miami get to the NBA Finals, and his stock soared in the process.Strus is headed to the Cleveland Cavaliers, agreeing to a $63 million, four-year deal that was finalized Saturday by making the transaction part of a three-team trade, according to two people familiar with the negotiations.Strus goes to the Cavaliers, who will send Cedi Osman and Lamar Stevens to San Antonio while Miami gets future second-round draft compensation, said the people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade terms have not been approved by the NBA.ESPN first reported the trade agreement.Strus was a starter for Miami in its playoff runs over the last two years, including this past season’s trip to the finals against Denver. He averaged a career-best 11.5 points per game this past season and has shot 37% from 3-point range in his career.Cleveland clearly prioritized shooting. The Cavs struck deals with Caris LeVert ($32 million, two years) and George...

Denver weather: Seasonal with storm chances July 4th weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:00 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver’s weather features warming temperatures and a couple of rounds of afternoon thunderstorms throughout the Fourth of July weekend.There will be warm temperatures for the Fourth of July weekend. Where to watch Colorado’s 4th of July fireworks, drone shows this year Weather today: Pleasant and mostly drySaturday will have plenty of sunshine. As temperatures climb toward 80 degrees, some clouds will move in and will be followed by a slight chance for isolated thunderstorms, only at 10% and mainly staying to the west. There will be warm temperatures across the state on July 1. Colorado farmers markets near you Looking ahead: Warmer, a few stormsSunday starts with sunshine too and gets us a touch warmer into the mid-80s. July 2 will be warm across the state.More clouds fill in bringing another better storm chance for the afternoon. Keep your outdoor plans, but keep an eye on the sky and have a way to be notified of these storms.You can track the weather...