Month: May 2022

1. Divide and repot Cymbidium orchids. Although Cymbidiums bloom in the winter, their flowers may continue to develop through April, but usually they are done by May. Keep in mind that a Cymbidium blooms best when crowded, so it should completely fill the pot before you divide it. Cymbidium flower spikes grow from pseudobulbs that…

These days, mobile phones go beyond their primary function of calling and texting and offer us so many more functions. However, the more you put your phone to use, the more power will drain from it. Usually, a new Android phone battery lasts a day or two, depending on your usage and capacity. However, its…

Only now has Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra pulled back the curtain, opened a window into what was happening behind closed doors in January, February, early March,  before Victor Oladipo made this return, before Jimmy Butler and Tyler Herro found themselves in a playoff alignment alongside Oladipo, as conversation swirled about too many alphas souring…

Supporters of Anaheim’s sale of Angel stadium received two pieces of good news in the last couple of months, as a Superior Court judge and the state removed the remaining hurdles to the sale. We’re disappointed with the result, believing the terms of the deal – and the secretive nature of the negotiations – are…

Over the past several months, gas prices have spiraled to new heights here in California’s 8th District and across the country. I have heard from countless people in our district who are suffering as a result, and countless more who are desperately seeking relief. Some seek to place blame, but most just want to know…

Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now MISSION VIEJO — Huntington Beach standout sprinter Caden Cunningham seemed to have several reasons to be downcast at the CIF Division 1 swimming prelims Wednesday. Sidelined with a broken hand from a freak injury suffered at the Wave League finals last week, the…

When someone is arrested, the district attorney wields tremendous power in deciding whether charges are brought and what penalties are sought. These decisions have far-reaching implications for our safety and our quality of life, as involvement in the criminal justice system is a key driver of homelessness. The current district attorney’s approach endangers us and…

By Paulk LeBlanc and Jennifer Hansler | CNN Secretary of State Antony Blinken tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday, State Department spokesman Ned Price said in a statement. “Blinken tested positive for COVID-19 this afternoon via a PCR test. The Secretary is fully vaccinated and boosted against the virus and is experiencing only mild symptoms,”…

Politicians, the Federal Reserve, and Fed and administration apologists like to claim that the inflation we face is caused by supply constraints. This claim goes against the facts on the ground. According to the World Trade Organization, even though there was a collapse in trade at the beginning of the pandemic, trade in intermediate goods…

TORONTO — Everything’s coming up Yankees these days. After being mowed down for five innings by Alek Manoah, the Bombers jumped on the Blue Jays bullpen and took advantage of their defense to beat Toronto 9-1. The Yankees extended their winning streak to 11 behind a home run and two-run double by Aaron Judge at…

As needed. No, nothing spectacular Wednesday night from the Miami Heat at FTX Arena, just what was required, a 119-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers that moved them to a 2-0 lead in this best-of-seven Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series. Jimmy Butler got his passing fancy on, closing with 22 points and 12 assists. Tyler…

By MARK KENNEDY Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resisted the honor. The honorees — voted on by more than 1,000 artists, historians and music industry professionals — “each had…

There was a symmetry to them, out beyond the left-center-field fence at Camden Yards before first pitch Wednesday evening, just as there has been since the 2019 trade that simultaneously connected the pitchers before sending them on diverging paths. The pair of right-handers — the Orioles’ Kyle Bradish and the Minnesota Twins’ Dylan Bundy —…

By Paulk LeBlanc and Jennifer Hansler | CNN Secretary of State Antony Blinken tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday, State Department spokesman Ned Price said in a statement. “Blinken tested positive for COVID-19 this afternoon via a PCR test. The Secretary is fully vaccinated and boosted against the virus and is experiencing only mild symptoms,”…

By MARK KENNEDY Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resisted the honor. The honorees — voted on by more than 1,000 artists, historians and music industry professionals — “each had…

There was a symmetry to them, out beyond the left-center-field fence at Camden Yards before first pitch Wednesday evening, just as there has been since the 2019 trade that simultaneously connected the pitchers before sending them on diverging paths. The pair of right-handers — the Orioles’ Kyle Bradish and the Minnesota Twins’ Dylan Bundy —…

TORONTO — Everything’s coming up Yankees these days. After being mowed down for five innings by Alek Manoah, the Bombers jumped on the Blue Jays bullpen and took advantage of their defense to beat Toronto 9-1. The Yankees extended their winning streak to 11 behind a home run and two-run double by Aaron Judge at…

As needed. No, nothing spectacular Wednesday night from the Miami Heat at FTX Arena, just what was required, a 119-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers that moved them to a 2-0 lead in this best-of-seven Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series. Jimmy Butler got his passing fancy on, closing with 22 points and 12 assists. Tyler…

The Chargers were unable to withstand the waves of injuries that hit the secondary last season, but they might have enough insurance for the upcoming season. The Chargers announced on Wednesday that they have signed cornerback Bryce Callahan, a former standout for the Chicago Bears and Denver Broncos. Callahan will provide depth at cornerback, but…

LOS ANGELES – The 133-year rivalry between the teams we now know as the Dodgers and Giants has taken a slightly different turn recently, and maybe that’s why it’s more intense, gut-grinding and fascinating than ever. (And yes, we realize that takes in quite a bit of territory.) It has always been good guys vs.…