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Daily horoscope for July 21, 2023

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Virgo.Happy Birthday for Friday, July 21, 2023:You are dynamic, restless, motivated and energetic! You are also innovative and quick to size up a situation. You move fast and aim high. This year you will receive acknowledgement for past efforts. You might win an award, publish a book, get a promotion or start a business. Bravo!ARIES(March 21-April 19) ★★Tread carefully today, because despite your energy to work (and this is a good day to boost your earnings), power struggles with someone, perhaps a boss or someone in authority, might prove to be nasty. You don’t need this. Tonight: Play.TAURUS(April 20-May 20) ★★★This is a tricky day. In one way, it’s a lovely day to socialize and enjoy playful times with kids as well as sports events. Nevertheless, this is also the classic day for power struggles, and in some cases, arguments. It’s a mixed bag. Therefore, choose your wor...

Moldova separatist leader vows to solve opposition politician's suspected murder

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

The president of Moldova's separatist pro-Russian Transdniestria region vowed on Tuesday (18 July) to solve the suspected murder of an opposition politician who was a rare advocate of reconciliation with the country's pro-European government.Transdniestria broke away from Moldova before the end of Soviet rule and after a brief war against the newly independent state's military in 1992 has remained a separate entity, though with no international recognition.Opposition politician Oleg Horgan was found dead in his home this week, apparently after being struck with a heavy object. A safe in the house had been emptied. Officials in Transdniestria said they believed the case to be a simple robbery.In Moldova's capital, government ministers pointed to a political killing and the Deputy Prime Minister, Oleg Serebrean, asked the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Europe's biggest security body, to help in the investigation.Transdniestria President Vadim Krasnoselsky said he...

Harriette Cole: After I rushed her to urgent care, she won’t talk about what happened

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: A few weeks ago, my friend had an extreme anxiety or panic attack that had me really frightened. We had to rush her to urgent care, and for a moment, I thought she was having a stroke.Related ArticlesAdvice | Harriette Cole: They talk about how my wife dresses, and I don’t like it Advice | Harriette Cole: My husband lives in the lakehouse so he can avoid my teen daughter Advice | Harriette Cole: It bugs me when they assume I’m privileged Advice | Harriette Cole: How can I get invited to the good parties? Advice | Harriette Cole: My mom takes money from my bank account to give to my siblings We haven’t discussed it since. She seemed really embarrassed by the whole ordeal.I’m concerned for her well-being, and I’m unsure of how to bring up the subject without embarrassing her further. How do I ensure that she’s seeking help for these issues without being i...

Miss Manners: I was appalled by her request for her daughter’s birthday

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m often flummoxed by some people’s gall, but this situation, in my humble opinion, takes the cake. I’m sad to say it came from a dear friend living several states away.Related ArticlesAdvice | Miss Manners: Were these women being rude in the restaurant, or did I go too far? Advice | Miss Manners: Do we have to ask our neighbors before we use their trash can? Advice | Miss Manners: My husband can pull off this excuse, but it sounds shady coming from me Advice | Miss Manners: I failed the bride by not ejecting this guest on sight Advice | Miss Manners: What can I do when other people’s stuff is where I want to sit? Her college-age daughter, whom I have never met, is doing a semester abroad in a major European city. My friend posted on social media, asking all her friends (over 200 of them) to help celebrate the daughter’s birthday by sending her money elec...

Dear Abby: My teen’s phone has deranged her life, but her mother won’t let me take it away

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

DEAR ABBY: I am a divorced dad with two adult daughters and a 14-year-old daughter.My older daughters are learning to be responsible for themselves, and I’m proud of them. The question I need help with involves my youngest.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: I’m I out of line in asking my college daughter to be an RA? Advice | Dear Abby: My neighbor found out my income and is spreading lies about me Advice | Dear Abby: What if I don’t want to say grace? Advice | Dear Abby: Even the dogs have more say over my own life than I do Advice | Dear Abby: I can’t see them the same way after how they treated my dad She doesn’t want to go to school. She stays awake on the phone. I have taken two of them from her, yet her mom keeps giving her phones. I have unplugged the Wi-Fi. I’ve tried talking to my ex about this to no avail.I’m not perfect. I have said things I regret, b...

Switzerland beats Philippines 2-0 in its Women’s World Cup opener

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

DUNEDIN, New Zealand (AP) — Ramona Bachmann drilled her penalty kick into the left side of the net moments before halftime to set up Switzerland’s 2-0 win over Philippines on Friday in the Women’s World Cup opener for both teams. Switzerland’s Seraina Piubel added a second-half goal, scoring on the rebound from a missed shot by Coumba Sow that ricocheted off Philippines goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel. The Group A encounter was the first game inside Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium, the tournament’s only indoor venue. The crowd’s cheers echoed around the walls of the roughly half-full stadium, with an attendance of 13,711 in a venue that can fit over 30,000.Philippines forward Katrina Guillou appeared to score a goal in the 15th minute, but it was waived off by an offside call.Switzerland dominated offensively, outshooting the Philippines 17-3, but the Filipinas’ defense hung on. McDaniel held her own, making several key first-half saves –- only allowing Bachmann’s late penalty.KEY M...

Ejecutan a James Barber, condenado a muerte en Alabama, luego de un fallo de la Justicia en su contra

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

(CNN) — Ejecutaron este viernes en Alabama a James Barber, condenado a muerte, luego de que la justicia confirmara que no se suspendería la pena a pesar de la demanda de Barber acerca de que la inyección letal podría suponer un castigo cruel e inusual.“El fiscal general Marshall autorizó que la ejecución comenzara a la 1:34 a. m.” (hora local). La hora de la muerte de Barber fue la 1:56 a.m. (hora local)”, dice el comunicado de la oficina del fiscal estatal Steve Marshall.“Se ha hecho justicia. Esta mañana, James Barber fue ejecutado por el terrible crimen que cometió hace más de dos décadas: el asesinato especialmente atroz, atroz y cruel de Dorothy Epps”, dijo Marshall.“Le pido a la gente de Alabama que se una a mí para orar por la familia y los amigos de la víctima, para que ahora puedan encontrar un sentimiento de paz y cierre”, dijo.Barber fue condenado a muerte por el asesinato en 2001 de Dorothy Epps, de 75 años.El recluso había solicitado a un tribuna...

‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ clash in ‘Barbenheimer’ box-office smackdown

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews 'Barbenheimer' (Part 1) $(function () { $('.wtop-audio-container .fa-play').on('click', function(){ var audio_filename = $('div.wtop-audio-file').data("mp3-url"); ga('send', 'event', 'Audio', 'play', audio_filename); }); }); “Barbenheimer” is officially upon us as “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” both open in movie theaters.Moviegoers nationwide now face a cinematic conundrum affectionately known as “Barbenheimer.”Which movie are you more excited to watch this weekend in a surefire box-office smackdow...

Giants visit the Nationals to start 3-game series

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

San Francisco Giants (54-43, third in the NL West) vs. Washington Nationals (38-58, fifth in the NL East)Washington; Friday, 7:05 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Alex Wood (4-3, 4.53 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 50 strikeouts); Nationals: Jake Irvin (2-5, 5.11 ERA, 1.49 WHIP, 44 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Giants -158, Nationals +135; over/under is 9 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Washington Nationals open a three-game series at home against the San Francisco Giants on Friday.Washington has a 15-32 record at home and a 38-58 record overall. The Nationals are 14-9 in games when they did not give up a home run.San Francisco has a 54-43 record overall and a 28-21 record on the road. The Giants rank sixth in the NL with 113 total home runs, averaging 1.2 per game.The teams meet Friday for the fourth time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Jeimer Candelario leads the Nationals with 44 extra base hits (27 doubles, two triples and 15 home runs). Joey Meneses is 10-for-39 with two doubles, four home ...

Marlins look to stop losing streak in matchup with the Rockies

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:21:08 GMT

Colorado Rockies (37-59, fifth in the NL West) vs. Miami Marlins (53-45, third in the NL East)Miami; Friday, 6:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Rockies: Peter Lambert (0-0); Marlins: Braxton Garrett (5-2, 3.90 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 106 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Marlins -123, Rockies +107; over/under is 11 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins aim to end their six-game skid when they play the Colorado Rockies.Miami has a 53-45 record overall and a 30-18 record in home games. Marlins hitters are batting a collective .265, the third-best team batting average in MLB play.Colorado is 37-59 overall and 14-33 in road games. Rockies hitters are batting a collective .251, which ranks eighth in the NL.The matchup Friday is the fifth time these teams meet this season. The Rockies hold a 3-1 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Jorge Soler leads the Marlins with 24 home runs while slugging .512. Jesus Sanchez is 13-for-41 with three doubles, three home runs and 10 RBI over the ...