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Daily horoscope for August 22, 2023

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Scorpio.Happy Birthday for Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023:You are hardworking and talented. You have strong opinions and will easily take a position of leadership in a group. This year is the first year of a fresh, nine-year cycle for you. Stay flexible. Be courageous. Be ready to explore new directions. You might become a leader.ARIES(March 21-April 19) ★★★This is a poor day to make important decisions about shared property, inheritances, taxes, debt or anything that you own jointly with someone else because your judgment is off. Your ability to defend your own best interests is weak. Don’t give away the farm. Tonight: Check your finances.TAURUS(April 20-May 20) ★★If you’re making an important decision about a romantic relationship, partnership or something to do with one of your kids, postpone that decision. Today is not the day to think about this, because an element of confusion an...

Commission adopts detailed reporting rules for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism's transitional phase

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

The European Commission has adopted the rules governing the implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) during its transitional phase, which starts on 1 October of this year and runs until the end of 2025.The Implementing Regulation details the transitional reporting obligations for EU importers of CBAM goods, as well as the transitional methodology for calculating embedded emissions released during the production process of CBAM goods.In the CBAM's transitional phase, traders will only have to report on the emissions embedded in their imports subject to the mechanism without paying any financial adjustment. This will give adequate time for businesses to prepare in a predictable manner, while also allowing for the definitive methodology to be fine-tuned by 2026.To help both importers and third country producers, the Commission also published guidance for EU importers and non-EU installations on the practical implementation of the new rules. At the same time, dedi...

Miss Manners: The neighbors ask if this rich woman left me anything. She did, but I don’t want to tell them.

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

DEAR MISS MANNERS: For years, I had the pleasure of looking after an elderly neighbor, until she passed. She had no close relatives, and people were generally uninterested in her. It was very sad.Related ArticlesAdvice | Miss Manners: Our friend doesn’t have a husband but she still wants the big bedroom Advice | Miss Manners: Shouldn’t I be the one to decide if my kid is being rude? Advice | Miss Manners: The bride told me to lie to her fiance about why I can’t be ‘best woman’ Advice | Miss Manners: How do I tell them I won’t serve the fancy dessert they brought? Advice | Miss Manners: They come to my house and yell at my dog I am now working with her lawyer to settle her sizable estate. Everything is held in a trust, shielded from prying eyes. Neighbors see me at her home and know I am facilitating the dispersion of contents and sale of the house. I am being asked by ...

Dear Abby: I don’t want my daughter’s bully in my house, and her mother is no help

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

DEAR ABBY: My daughter is the youngest kid in the neighborhood, and a girl up the street treats her horribly. She calls her a baby, tells her she’s not a person and sends her home when everybody plays at her house.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: I was taken aback by her appearance, and I hope my face didn’t give me away Advice | Dear Abby: My husband justifies his behavior by saying he doesn’t like boys Advice | Dear Abby: I find it obnoxious when my boyfriend preaches that I’m going to hell Advice | Dear Abby: Our neighbors are such narcissists. How do we deal with this? Advice | Dear Abby: My neighbor is too noisy but I’m the one catching flak The other kids are friendly with my daughter. When they come to play at our house, the mean girl comes too.She’s never mean to my daughter when I’m around, but I don’t think it’s right to let her enjoy our...

The Impact of Your Gift: Empowering Lives with AACSA’s CARES Program

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

Hey there, amazing Wish Book donors! As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to share a heartwarming update about the impact of your generous gifts on our story about African American Community Service Agency (AACSA) for Wish Book 2022. Your contributions have made a remarkable difference in the lives of individuals facing homelessness and adversity. Let’s dive into the inspiring stories of hope and resilience made possible by your support.Funds for Homelessness Prevention through AACSA CARES ProgramThanks to your donations, AACSA’s CARES program has been able to provide vital support to homeless individuals or those at risk of homelessness. The program offers CARE packages, overnight stays at local motels, rental assistance, and transportation services for various social service appointments. So far, your contributions have supported 150 individuals, providing them with much-needed resources and stability during challenging times.Supporting Homeless S...

Chukwuemeka undergoes knee surgery early in his breakthrough season at Chelsea

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has undergone surgery on a left knee injury he sustained in the loss to West Ham in the Premier League, the club said Tuesday.Chelsea didn’t put a timeframe on the likely return of the 19-year-old Chukwuemeka, who has just broken into the team a year after joining from Aston Villa.Chukwuemeka started against Liverpool on the opening weekend and scored a goal — his first for Chelsea — in the first half at West Ham before going off injured in the 45th minute.___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerSource

Phillies bring 1-0 series lead over Giants into game 2

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

San Francisco Giants (65-60, second in the NL West) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (68-57, second in the NL East)Philadelphia; Tuesday, 6:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Kyle Harrison (0-0); Phillies: Taijuan Walker (13-5, 4.10 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 106 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Phillies -151, Giants +129; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Phillies bring a 1-0 advantage into the next game of the series against the San Francisco Giants.Philadelphia is 68-57 overall and 35-24 at home. Phillies hitters have a collective .428 slugging percentage to rank eighth in the majors.San Francisco is 65-60 overall and 30-32 on the road. The Giants are 37-12 in games when they scored at least five runs.The matchup Tuesday is the fifth time these teams meet this season. The Giants have a 3-1 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Bryson Stott has a .295 batting average to lead the Phillies, and has 26 doubles, two triples and 12 home runs. Trea Turner is 14-for-40 ...

Marlins aim to break losing streak in matchup with the Padres

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

Miami Marlins (64-62, third in the NL East) vs. San Diego Padres (60-66, fourth in the NL West)San Diego; Tuesday, 9:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Marlins: Jesus Luzardo (8-8, 4.13 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 160 strikeouts); Padres: Blake Snell (10-8, 2.71 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, 176 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Padres -130, Marlins +110; over/under is 7 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins, on a three-game losing streak, take on the San Diego Padres.San Diego has a 60-66 record overall and a 34-32 record at home. The Padres are 6-19 in games decided by one run.Miami is 27-35 on the road and 64-62 overall. The Marlins are 48-18 in games when they out-hit their opponents.The teams meet Tuesday for the fifth time this season. The Padres are ahead 3-1 in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Manny Machado is third on the Padres with 42 extra base hits (18 doubles and 24 home runs). Ha-Seong Kim is 8-for-41 with three doubles, two home runs and seven RBI over the past 10 games.Luis Arraez has 27...

New York Mets and Atlanta Braves meet in game 2 of series

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

New York Mets (59-67, fourth in the NL East) vs. Atlanta Braves (80-44, first in the NL East)Atlanta; Tuesday, 7:20 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Mets: Tylor Megill (7-6, 5.53 ERA, 1.70 WHIP, 69 strikeouts); Braves: Bryce Elder (9-4, 3.46 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, 100 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Braves -226, Mets +186; over/under is 10 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets bring a 1-0 lead into the next game of the series against the Atlanta Braves.Atlanta is 42-22 in home games and 80-44 overall. The Braves have a 37-14 record in games when they did not give up a home run.New York has a 59-67 record overall and a 28-39 record on the road. The Mets rank 10th in the majors with 164 total home runs, averaging 1.3 per game.The teams meet Tuesday for the 12th time this season. The Braves lead the season series 8-3.TOP PERFORMERS: Ronald Acuna Jr. has 29 doubles, two triples, 28 home runs and 74 RBI for the Braves. Marcell Ozuna is 15-for-37 with five doubles, three home runs and 10 RBI...

Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals play in game 2 of series

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:19:46 GMT

St. Louis Cardinals (55-71, fifth in the NL Central) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (56-69, fourth in the NL Central)Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 7:05 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Cardinals: Adam Wainwright (3-8, 8.42 ERA, 2.01 WHIP, 41 strikeouts); Pirates: Johan Oviedo (6-13, 4.55 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 124 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Pirates -139, Cardinals +117; over/under is 10 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Pirates play the St. Louis Cardinals, leading the series 1-0.Pittsburgh is 30-32 at home and 56-69 overall. The Pirates have the 10th-ranked team ERA in the NL at 4.55.St. Louis is 55-71 overall and 27-34 on the road. The Cardinals are fifth in the majors with 173 total home runs, averaging 1.4 per game.Tuesday’s game is the ninth time these teams square off this season. The Pirates hold a 6-2 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Jack Suwinski leads the Pirates with 21 home runs while slugging .440. Bryan Reynolds is 12-for-46 with three doubles, a triple, three home r...