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Los Angeles CNN  —  Diplomatic and depressed as they have been in public, a small group of Democratic governors are deep into behind-the-scenes preparations and deliberations over how to balance the politics of pushing back on what they are expecting from President-elect Donald Trump’s next turn in the White House. Since long before the election, they’ve been poring through Project 2025 — it’s helpful, several Democratic governors told CNN, to have a blueprint in public. They’ve been studying their own executive powers and state laws. They’ve been collaborating on how to shame any extreme Trump actions in the court of…

Arkady, who works in a rehabilitation facility, and her husband, Feraz, fled Syria in 2013 with their one-year-old son. After learning of the end of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, she said, “I felt like I was in a dream, so I said, if I’m in a dream, don’t wake me up.” Rehabilitation Arkady Hide caption toggle caption Rehab Arkady When the Syrian rebels took control of Damascus, Arkady, who works at a rehabilitation facility, couldn’t believe it. In her lifetime, she never dreamed that Syria’s dictatorship would collapse. That’s why she fled her hometown more than 10 years ago. But on…

I remember the first time I saw a banana ad. It was for Frozen 2, and it felt like the beginning of something, all advertising. I think it was in 2019 that I ate that banana. And look how far we’ve come. This year’s blockbuster The Lego Movie is essentially an ad for Lego in itself, but it’s also a biopic about rapper Pharrell Williams, who is also its creative director. Louis Vuitton. Where does culture end and advertising begin? They don’t want you to know. When a genius like Frozen or Pharrell emerges, brands look for ways to capitalize…

Welcome to the online edition of From the Politics Desk, our evening newsletter that brings you the latest reporting and analysis from the NBC News political team from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.In today’s edition, national political correspondent Steve Kornacki details how New Jersey could provide an early test for Donald Trump’s coalition. Additionally, senior national political reporter Sahil Kapur found that senators from both parties are skeptical of President Trump’s recent calls regarding Dreamers.Sign up here to receive this newsletter in your inbox every weekday.Blue states could be an early test for Trump’s coalitionWritten by…

December 11, 2024 – Coastal Care Partners announced the hiring of Cassie Bennett as Director of Business Development. In this role, Cassie will build partnerships within the aging care industry while identifying new opportunities and developing strategies to expand Coastal Care Partners’ reach within the community.Kathy most recently served as the Care Transition Coordinator for Effingham Health System Hospitals, where she worked as a Physical Therapy Assistant and Therapy Coordinator.Commenting on her new role, Kathy said: Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique physical and emotional needs of older adults and take pride in positively…

EPAA man waves a Syrian opposition flag to celebrate the end of the al-Assad regimeA stunning advance by Syrian rebels has ended Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year rule, with rebels taking over the capital and forcing the president to flee on December 8th.The overthrow came after a 13-year civil war that began after Assad crushed a pro-democracy movement. The fighting killed more than 500,000 people, displaced millions more, and involved international forces and their proxies.The world is now watching to see what form Syria’s political situation will take after the end of the Assad family’s half-century rule.Countries with vested interests in the…

The play reminded me of Leon Letts’ Thanksgiving slide in 1993, but it happened more recently in Dallas. According to Opta Stats, only twice in the past 10 NFL seasons have a partially blocked punt of less than 20 yards been touched by the receiving team and recovered by the punting team for a new down. Both were against the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium (Broncos in 2021, Bengals in Week 14). Dallas would lose the game against Denver, 30-16, but finished the season with a record of 12 wins and 5 losses. All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons was seen looking…

President Donald Trump has appointed former Fox News host Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is engaged to Trump’s eldest son, as the US ambassador to Greece.”For many years, Kimberly has been a close friend and ally,” President Trump said in a statement. “Kimberley is well-suited to foster a strong bilateral relationship with Greece, advancing our interests on issues ranging from defense cooperation to trade and economic innovation.”Guilfoyle’s nomination requires Senate confirmation. “I am honored to accept President Trump’s nomination for the next ambassador to Greece and look forward to receiving the support of the U.S. Senate,” she wrote on social media.The president-elect…

The sudden collapse of the Assad regime has raised questions about Russia’s future in Syria. Russia has long established a military presence at two important bases in the country. New satellite images show what Russian warships and aircraft are currently doing.New satellite images show what Russian forces are doing in Syria after the fall of Assad.Russian aircraft are still present at Khmeimim Air Base, but Moscow’s warships are no longer stationed at the nearby naval facility in Tartus, according to images taken this week by Maxar Technologies and obtained by Business Insider.Russia supported longtime Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad’s brutal civil…

Cindy Crawford and Laura Dern express enthusiasm about new venue A new exclusive private club has opened in Santa Monica, offering an exclusive seaside retreat for Los Angeles’ elite. San Vicente Santa Monica, hotelier Jeff Klein’s latest venture, has a $40 million price tag and is designed to lure the Hollywood establishment, The New York Times reported. It debuted last month with numerous amenities. The club is located on the top floor and rooftop of a building on Ocean Avenue, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Members enjoy indoor and outdoor dining, a rooftop bar, billiards room, 50-seat screening…