As Inferno Grew, Lahaina’s Water System Collapsed
Firefighters who rushed to contain the Maui wildfire found that hydrants were running dry, forcing crews to embark instead on a perilous rescue mission. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/us/lahaina-water-failure.html?utm_source=press.coop
The New Look in Cocktails? Layers and Stripes.
Drinks with colorful bands of liquors that float to the top or sink to the bottom are grabbing attention at bars all over. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/10/dining/drinks/layered-cocktails.html?utm_source=press.coop
Rome’s Umbrella Pines Are in Danger
While an invasive insect bears much of the blame for endangering a beloved symbol of Rome, critics are also pointing the finger at city government. #press
Relationships Carved From Clay Bring New Partners to Museums
In a sea change, artisans and leaders from Native communities were invited to be curators, offering a window onto the intangible and personal dimensions of Pueblo pottery. #press
How Invasive Plants Caused the Maui Fires to Rage
A sweeping series of plantation closures in Hawaii allowed highly flammable nonnative grasses to spread on idled lands, providing the fuel for huge blazes. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/us/hawaii-wildfire-factors.html?utm_source=press.coop
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Through the Eyes of a Dance Critic
The choreography on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour doesn’t ask her to do too much, but she knows how to use her simple moves to her advantage. #press
Golden Egg Foo Young, Classic and Versatile
Serve with Cuban black beans and fried sweet plantains for a delightful Chino Latino dinner. #press
After End of Pandemic Coverage Guarantee, Texas Is Epicenter of Medicaid Losses
Since the end of a pandemic-era policy that barred states from removing people from Medicaid, Texas has dropped over half a million people from the program, more than any other state. #press
The Risks of ‘Skiplagging’
Booking a flight with a layover in the city that’s the real destination for the traveler can net big bargains, but airlines prohibit the practice. #press
Police Raid Kansas Newspaper Office
The search of the Marion County Record led to the seizure of computers, servers and cellphones of reporters and editors. #press
Mütter Museum in Philadelphia Weighs Dialing Down its ‘Electric Frankness’
The Mütter Museum, a beloved 19th-century collection of medical curiosities and human remains in Philadelphia, wants to adopt a more “respectful” approach. Some fans won’t have it. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/science/mutter-medical-museum.html?utm_source=press.coop
Too Many Cats, Too Few Vets: New York City Animal Shelters Are Bursting
Adoptions are not keeping pace with the number of pets being surrendered and abandoned, causing many animals to wait weeks or months to find homes. #press
A.O.C. Thinks the U.S. Deserves Better Sunscreen
For years, American consumers have had to look abroad if they want the latest in sunscreen innovations. Some, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, think it’s time to revisit F.D.A. approval procedures. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/12/style/sunscreen-fda-regulation-aoc.html?utm_source=press.coop
Iran’s Ashura Rituals Have Become a New Form of Protest
Ashura, which mourns the killing of the Prophet Mohamed’s grandson and celebrates Shiite identity, has long symbolized the fight against oppression. This year, its chants have been turned against the government. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/world/middleeast/ashura-iran-protests.html?utm_source=press.coop
A Former Weed Dealer Built the ‘Budega’ Brand. Then Copycats Moved In.
Alex Norman’s fight to protect the brand he created is part of a trend that industry lawyers say threatens small cannabis businesses. #press
As Maui Tries to Recover From Wildfires, Residents Say Aid Is Scant
Days after the wildfire that destroyed Lahaina, those staying nearby say private volunteers have served as far more of a lifeline than federal and local agencies. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/us/west-maui-hawaii-wildfires-aid.html?utm_source=press.coop
Italians Pay Tribute to Novelist and Activist Who Spoke Out Till the End
Michela Murgia was a voice for minorities and a lightning rod for political debate. She also garnered respect even from a prime minister whose policies she opposed. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/world/europe/italy-michela-murgia-dead.html?utm_source=press.coop
Gen Z’s Housing Anguish
To afford rent, young American adults are making tough choices. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/briefing/gen-z-high-rent.html?utm_source=press.coop
How to Make Sure Federal Climate Money Helps Everyone
The Biden administration is spending billions to transform how Americans use and consume energy. How can we make that process more equitable? #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/opinion/federal-climate-funds-ira.html?utm_source=press.coop
My Two Decades Living as an American in Europe
Moving there gave me access to all the other ways to see. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/13/opinion/american-expat-life-europe.html?utm_source=press.coop
