Thom flipped into Toronto Blue JaysNowBlue Jays rotation expects better, regardless of results: ‘It’s on us’verified_publisherThe New York Times - Mitch BannonTORONTO — This time, Kevin Gausman’s tone was expected. The Toronto Blue Jays’ starting pitcher allowed three homers and six earned runs — both season highs — in an 8-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday. It was the familiarity of his words that surprised. “I need to find a way to get better,” …
Thom flipped into HEALTHCARE🩺2 days agoA science-backed guide to mindful breathingverified_publisherNational Geographic - Daryl AustinYou do it 20,000 times a day—but are you doing it right? If you’ve ever been told to “take a deep breath” during a stressful moment, know that this advice isn’t merely a platitude—it’s backed by science. Research shows conscious breathing comes with a host of immediate and long-term benefits that …
Thom flipped into UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT 🇺🇦1 day agoBeginning of the end? Ukraine's front-line soldiers eye Russia talks with hopebbc.co.uk - Yogita LimayeBig plumes of smoke are visible on a screen that's providing a live feed from Ukrainian drones hovering over the outskirts of the eastern city of Pokrovsk, one of the most intense front lines in Ukraine. A few seconds earlier, Ukrainian artillery strikes Russian positions, places where we'd seen …
Thom flipped into Al Jazeera1 day agoCan President Trump legally accept a $400m plane for free?verified_publisherAl Jazeera - Louis Jacobson and Loreben Tuquero | PolitifactTrump’s $400m plane acceptance from Qatar potentially breaches the US Constitution’s emoluments clause as lawsuits face procedural hurdles. The administration of US President Donald Trump says it has accepted a plane worth an estimated $400m from the state of Qatar. While Trump is president, the …
Thom flipped into US NEWS 🇺🇸3 hours agoWhat have US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies achieved?verified_publisherAl Jazeera - Megha BahreeTrump’s policies have roiled global markets and left businesses stumped on how to plan for the foreseeable future. When examining the on-again, off-again tariff proclamations of United States President Donald Trump during his second term in office, it is unclear what has actually been achieved. What …
Thom flipped into Al Jazeera5 hours agoCould EU tariffs against Russia bring a ceasefire for Ukraine?verified_publisherAl JazeeraAs Vladimir Putin rejects Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s proposal for a face-to-face meeting, the EU is readying penalties. Brussels is drawing up plans to use trade tariffs and capital controls to maintain financial pressure on Russia, even if Hungary decides to use its veto to block an …
