On Nov. 5, 2023, the New York Times published a story headlined, “Trump Leads in 5 Critical States as Voters Blast Biden, Times/ Siena Poll Finds.” Focusing on the states most likely to decide the 2024 election, the Times reported, “The results show Mr.
DEAR HARRIETTE: I feel like I’m drowning in my empty home. My kids have all grown up and moved out, leaving a quiet house behind. My husband seems to be married to his work and spends more time at the office than at home. With everyone gone, all I have left is our puppy. I adore our furry friend, but obviously, he doesn’t speak the same language as me.
• You might be in a mood to declutter at home, and getting rid of old DVDs and Bluray discs could be at the top of your list. But the editors at Popular Science want you to think twice before gutting your collection. Streaming services don’t always hold on to their offerings indefinitely; series and movies come and go from the major platforms all the time. Having a physical copy of your favorite show ensures you can always access it. Plus, if your internet connection goes out, you’re still able to watch. Don’t forget: DVDs can be shared with others, and over time can be much cheaper than subscribing to a streamer.
According to New York Times veteran political reporter Peter Baker, the No. 1 topic of discussion at Washington dinner parties and receptions these days is “Where would you go if it really happens?” “It” being Donald J. Trump’s return to the White House following the November 2024 election.
DEAR HARRIETTE: The tipping culture in the United States is puzzling to me as someone from Japan, where tipping is not customary. In Japan, tips can imply that the employer does not provide adequate wages.
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The conviction of the Democrats: The tawdry details of Donald Trump’s private life that are emerging from his New York trial involving $130,000 in hush money to the porn star Stormy Daniels finally will sink the former president’s reelection campaign. The chaos in the House of Representatives will turn the Republicans out of control of the chamber. Republican reluctance to support armaments for Ukraine will soil the party’s reputation for a generation.
DEAR HARRIETTE: Is it crossing the line if I attend my ex-boyfriend’s wedding? We have known each other for 16 years as neighbors. Despite breaking up three years ago, I recently received an invitation to his upcoming wedding. I am still single since our split, and his impending marriage came as a shock.
My Aunt Ruthie used to make the best pickles ever.
Sen. Bernie Sanders argued recently that the ongoing conflict in Gaza “may be Biden’s Vietnam.”