News Hope stays afloat for Truman yacht repairs The former president’s yacht, the USS Williamsburg, has had one tow line in the grave for 20 years, about as long as it has been deteriorating at a shipyard in northern Italy. But hope remains among those who would like to see the 243-foot vessel returned to glory. The price, however, is high, and rust is merciless.
News Independence man charged with killing 10-week-old girl The infant died Monday, after she suffered broken bones, a fractured skull and brain damage.
Royals Royals send Herrera to Omaha, recall Coleman It wasn’t a total shake-up, but the Royals made one roster move on Thursday. The Royals optioned right-handed reliever Kelvin Herrera to Class AAA Omaha, recalling Louis Coleman to take his spot in the bullpen.
Chiefs Husain Abdullah, who gave up football to take Muslim pilgrimage, is back in NFL with the Chiefs New Chiefs safety Husain Abdullah, a practicing Muslim, elected not to return to the Minnesota Vikings last season and instead took his wife, parents and two older brothers on a month-long pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia last October.
Business Stocks mixed as investors reassess Fed worries Investors recovered their poise by midday Thursday after an early sell-off sent stocks sharply lower.
Business Bernanke signals Fed to maintain stimulus efforts Chairman Ben Bernanke told Congress Wednesday that the U.S. job market remains weak and that it is too soon for the Federal Reserve to slow its extraordinary stimulus programs.
Eat + Drink Summer dining: Savor the season’s fresh flavors Restaurant patios around the city are abuzz with al fresco diners eager to sip and sup under the stars. Festivals are in full swing, serving up barbecue, cotton candy and street food. Farmers markets on both sides of the state line supply shoppers with local produce for bountiful dinners on the grill.
FYI Caption Contest Focus on writing a winning entry Hmmm. Why does that guy look familiar? And why do all the paparazzi seem so interested in him? You could score a $25 gift card if you write the winning caption.
TV review | ‘Behind the Candelabra’ TV review | ‘Behind the Candelabra’ “Behind the Candelabra” is like “Casino,” with Michael Douglas instead of Robert De Niro and Matt Damon in the Sharon Stone role.
MOVIE REVIEW ‘Epic’ isn’t epic, but it is gorgeous | 3 stars The action sequences are frequent and exceptional, from zooming aerial battles to comedic chases involving Bomba’s three-legged pet pug. It’s also one of the year’s most visually distinctive movies. All this is thrilling enough to divert viewers from the formulaic elements.
Commentary Conservatives’ fears of Common Core are baseless To ideological conservatives, Common Core State Standards are “Obamacore,” an “unprecedented federal intervention into education.” This is mostly a projection of baseless political fears.
Commentary Kathleen Sebelius and the ‘fourth scandal’ One can envision the hearings. The outraged Congressmen and the pompous senators grilling the secretary, with no answer likely to satisfy. The TV lights and live coverage on Fox. A new revelation (or non-revelation) popping up every couple of days. Is it any wonder good people are reluctant to go into public service these days?
Entertainment Spotlight Review | Hometown diva Joyce DiDonato shows force and flair Updated: 2011-02-14T05:55:21Z February 13 Copyright 2013 . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
