Today’s Washington Commanders win didn’t have the magic of a Hail Mary touchdown at the end of the game or the tension of a back-and-forth contest, but it was a physical game that resulted in a 27-22 win against division rival New York Giants in MetLife Stadium.With a season sweep against the Giants, the Commanders improve their current record to 7-2 and their division record … [Read more...] about Commanders Out Physical Giants in 27-22 Win
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‘Dreamers’ can enroll in ACA plans this year — but a court challenge could get in the way
By Julie Appleby, KFF Health News When open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, started nationwide Friday, a group that had previously been barred from signing up will be eligible for the first time: The “Dreamers.” That’s the name given to children brought to the United States without immigration paperwork who have since qualified for the Deferred Action for … [Read more...] about ‘Dreamers’ can enroll in ACA plans this year — but a court challenge could get in the way
Thanksgiving Recipe: Zephyr Wright’s White House Pecan Pie
Pie is as synonymous with Thanksgiving as turkey is — and maybe even more. After all, no vegetarian turns down pie. If you’re looking for some new ideas for that holiday dessert spread, this recipe comes from Zephyr Wright, the personal chef for the household of former President Lyndon Johnson — and it carries profound meaning. When the Johnsons moved to the White House from … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Recipe: Zephyr Wright’s White House Pecan Pie
What’s so American about pie, anyway? We asked an IRL pie historian
Pie is more than a crust and filling for Los Angeles resident Rossi Anastopoulo. It’s a flaky, buttery and sometimes even sticky lens through which to view the entirety of the American experiment. The contemporary pie historian stumbled into the food history niche as a student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In the years since, she has continued to nibble at … [Read more...] about What’s so American about pie, anyway? We asked an IRL pie historian
No. 10 Maryland men’s soccer falls to No. 1 Ohio State, 2-1, in regular season finale
Photo courtesy of Maryland Athletics. The Terps ended the regular season on a three-game losing streak. Weeks ago, it seemed likely Maryland men’s soccer’s regular season would end with it hoisting the Big Ten regular season trophy on Ludwig Field. The trophy was hoisted at Ludwig Field Sunday afternoon — but the Terps were the spectators. “We take a lot of pride in … [Read more...] about No. 10 Maryland men’s soccer falls to No. 1 Ohio State, 2-1, in regular season finale