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I would describe my reaction to the Supreme Court’s decision as twofold; I was excited and happy about it, and also concerned. The hope for me, as a person who’s pro-life and the way I come to that from my faith — even just analyzing the Old Testament scripture that God knew us even before he formed us in the womb — is that I felt it was a long time coming. And then even outside of my faith, as a Republican and a states’ rights guy, just believing that this was a decision left best to the states that are closer to their people. And then the concern is that our country has been through so much in the last couple of years, and I just thought, is this one more division, and can we handle that? And then the last thing I’d say is, are we ready for this, even those of us who are pro-life? Are we ready to be pro-life beyond life in the womb? It's a reckoning point. I feel like those who are pro-life now have to get busy at the work of supporting families and children and the vulnerable … [Read more...] about Guest opinion: As we celebrate Roe’s end, abortion opponents have more work to do

Influential British theatre and film director Peter Brook has died at the age of 97, according to reports in French media. Brook won multiple awards including Tonys and Emmys during his 70-year career and worked with stars including Sir Laurence Olivier, Sir John Gielgud and Adrian Lester. The Le Monde newspaper said he died in Paris on Saturday. Brook's publisher, Nick Hern Books, paid tribute to him, saying he "leaves behind an incredible artistic legacy". Born in Chiswick, west London, in 1925 to Lithuanian Jewish parents, he attended Westminster School followed by Oxford University. Advertisement His first production was of Dr Faustus in 1943 at the Torch Theatre in London . He made waves during his time as director of productions at the Royal Opera House between 1947 and 1950, where he staged an experimental version of Richard Strauss's Salome with sets by Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dali. More on Theatre Cinderella … [Read more...] about Peter Brook: Influential British theatre and film director who worked with Sir Lawrence Olivier dies at 97

Shoppers at supermarket giants Asda, Sainsbury's and fashion retailer TK Maxx will receive huge discounts if they work in any one of 14 jobs. The shopping retailers will give customers an additional discount of up to 60% if they work in the education sector thanks to a scheme few people know about. A scheme called Discounts For Teachers is for anyone who works within the sector and includes teaching assistants, school administrators and even volunteers, BirminghamLive reported. Current deals include 60% off at TX Maxx, £16 off a £60 shop at Sainsbury's, 30% off at Asda and 20% discounts at Oasis along with many other retailers. Supermarket giants Asda are just one of the stores who give shoppers discount if they work in a certain sector ( Image: Getty Images) The scheme also gives money off holidays, 15% off at Haven and 10% discounts at Hoseasons with stays also included - and 15% off some stays at booking.com. The scheme says: "Our discounts aren't just … [Read more...] about Asda, Sainsbury’s and TK Maxx giving big discounts to shoppers who work in these 14 jobs

How many of us have tried to improve our diet only to throw in the towel just days or weeks down the line? There are so many tips out there about what foods to eat - and which to avoid - it can be mind-bogglingly difficult to find out what works the best for you. As such it can all become rather overwhelming, but thankfully help is at hand. Before putting things right with your diet, it's vital look at what's wrong with it. Here, nutrition expert Lauryn Lax at BreakingMuscle.com outlines the main reasons why your diet isn’t working - and how to fix it. Want to get the latest health news direct to your inbox? Sign up for the Mirror Health newsletter HERE A great addition to your diet - avocados are rich in potassium, fibre and vitamins B, E and C ( Image: Getty Images) You’re not eating enough fat Diets that exclude or drastically limit fat tend to replace all those missing calories with carbohydrates, which sets you up to ride the blood sugar … [Read more...] about Nutrition expert explains why your diet isn’t working from stress to not chewing

Published 29 June 2011 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A Francis Bacon painting has sold for nearly £18m at auction in London on Tuesday. Study for a Portrait 1953 exceeded expectation as Christie's had valued the masterpiece at £11m. The oil canvas, which has not been up for auction before, was described as "an arresting and dark study in the degradation of power". It was previously owned by two of Bacon's contemporaries - Rodrigo Moynihan and Louis Le Brocquy. The work was the second most valuable piece to be sold at one of Christie's post-war and contemporary art sales, a spokesperson said. The highest selling work in this category was Bacon's Triptych, which went for £26.3m in February 2008. Other items sold at Tuesday's auction included Lucian Freud's Woman Smiling, 1958-59, which went for £4.7m. Seven works from the collection of Kay Saatchi went for a … [Read more...] about Francis Bacon work sells for £18m

"Hero" is a word used perhaps a little too often these days. Last year, CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talked with the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from the Second World War: Hershel "Woody" Williams. Williams died Wednesday at the age of 98 . We think you'll agree, he is, indeed, a true American hero. [This story was originally broadcast May 30, 2021] Hershel "Woody" Williams is literally one-of-a-kind. At the age of 97 he is the last living recipient of the Medal of Honor from World War II. But it's the way he's lived all those years since that really sets him apart. "I felt that I owed back more than I could ever possibly give," he told Martin. He grew up on a farm in West Virginia during the Great Depression. "There were 11 born to my family," he said. "Only five of us survived to adulthood." After Pearl Harbor , he tried to enlist in the Marines, but was rejected as too short. When the Marines started taking horrendous casualties … [Read more...] about Remembering WWII Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams

Security checks on aviation staff will be fast tracked in an attempt to cut delays at Britain's airports. The Department for Transport said it was speeding up the vetting process for new staff to help tackle the travel chaos that has plagued travellers for months. Holidaymakers faced more disruption on Saturday, with thousands of passengers at Heathrow hit by delays caused by a computer failure that left planes unable to refuel and "horrendous" scenes at the baggage reclaim area. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said that by speeding up the vetting of new aviation security staff, the Government was "doing its bit to help deliver for passengers". Counter terrorism checks on staff, which previously took up to 20 days, are now being done in half the time, he said. New staff are also carrying out other training while their security checks are ongoing. Airlines are expected to announce a series of cancellations to summer flights next week aimed at minimising disruption in the … [Read more...] about Vetting of airport staff fast-tracked to ease travel chaos

Media mogul Richard Desmond is reviving plans for a controversial £1bn housing development in London’s docklands even after the Government blocked the scheme. Accounts filed this week revealed the businessman has held early-stage discussions with lenders to bankroll the Westferry Printworks scheme on the Isle of Dogs. Mr Desmond’s holding company, Northern & Shell, said bankers had signalled their support for the project. Ministers blocked the 1,500-home development in November last year, overturning the decision of former housing secretary Robert Jenrick. Mr Jenrick’s verdict, which contradicted the advice of the planning inspector, was quashed after a High Court case filed by Tower Hamlets found “apparent bias” in favour of the businessman. The minister had exchanged text messages with Mr Desmond, a former adult magazine tycoon, shortly before the plans were approved. That approval came a day before Tower Hamlets Council brought in a new tax that would have cost the … [Read more...] about Richard Desmond revives £1bn Isle of Dogs development blocked by Government

Lando Norris has revealed he has been subjected to death threats – and described social media abuse aimed at his model girlfriend as “horrific”. The 22-year-old British driver, in his fourth Formula One campaign, has established himself as a fans’ favourite, with more than five million followers on Instagram. But speaking ahead of Sunday’s British Grand Prix, Norris also revealed the dark side to fame. “I get death threats every now and then,” he said. “Most people do. Not enough gets done and it is tough. “If I had seen the threats when I started in 2019, it would have had more effect, but now I understand when you have to laugh – not laugh at a death threat – but laugh at the silly comments people come up with and things they try to create to get attention. Recommended Over £130m handed to housing providers named and shamed by regulator “I want to race, travel the world, meet new people and create new experiences – and they are using their one … [Read more...] about Lando Norris reveals the dark side of fame ahead of British Grand Prix

Little bits and pieces. That was what Lewis Hamilton spoke of ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix on Friday. Little bits and pieces which Mercedes’s engineers have changed on the set-up of his car, and the sister model of team-mate Valtteri Bottas after they were squashed by Ferrari in Monte Carlo. Whatever those little bits and pieces were – and it’s believe that they centred upon minor adjustments such as brake balance and suspension settings in order to get the tyres working in their correct temperature window – they appeared to make a big difference here. The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on Montreal’s Ile Notre Dame is a different track to Monaco in many ways – it’s much quicker for a start, with top speeds significantly exceeding 300 km/h and has a more slippery surface, but like the Principality it’s also one massive brake test. Its heavy demands on braking see drivers jumping hard on the left pedal for 19 per cent of the lap, and experiencing decelerative forces up to … [Read more...] about Canadian Grand Prix 2017: Kimi Raikkonen has a point to prove as ‘little bits and pieces’ help Lewis Hamilton