Islanders taking notice of Simon Holmstrom’s added dimension
ST. LOUIS — Anders Lee and Jean-Gabriel Pageau were watching tape a few days ago and noticed a clip of Simon Holmstrom's forecheck. The winger, who plays on the third line with Lee and Pageau, got on the forecheck and played physical hockey, the kind that isn't generally considered part of his game. This isn't […]
Former PMs have a wealth of experience. Why not put some on the Tory leadership ballot? | Simon Jenkins
WIsn't William Hague not just the Prime Minister of Oxford but also the leader of the Conservative Party? At 63 years old, he is fit and healthy. Has David Cameron also reached the peak at the age of 57? Speaking of which, where was 66-year-old Tony Blair when the Labor Party elected Keir Starmer as […]
In their inhumanity, conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine offer a shared, brutal vision of the future of war | Simon Tisdall
IThe golden rule of politics is that national leaders do not interfere in the elections of other countries. Tell that to Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who jumped into the midst of the US presidential election with both feet in size 10 combat boots last week. The resulting thud could be heard as far away as Kiev (perhaps […]
Simon Holmstrom may have chance to seize top-six slot with Islanders
With all eyes on the Islanders' lineup selection, here's what's known about the forward group ahead of October 10th. Anthony Duclair, Bo Horvat and Mathieu Barzal will make up the top line for the opening game. Brock Nelson and Kyle Palmieri will make up two-thirds of the second line. Anders Lee and Jean-Gabriel Pageau will […]
Top restaurateur Simon Kim to make US Open debut with cult hit Coqodaq as all-star roster revealed
Side Dish can exclusively reveal that next month’s U.S. Open in Queens will feature some of tennis’ biggest stars along with a host of top chefs, including the debut of restaurateur Simon Kim and his cult-hit dish, “Coco Duck.” The Flatiron District favorite has become known for its Korean fried chicken dishes, with attendees at […]
The post-Biden era may be uncertain for the Democrats, but for Trump it will be utterly dismaying | Simon Tisdall
TIn Shakespeare’s words, “Nothing in life was more fitting for him than to throw it away.” Joe Biden could have hung on. He could have fought through pain and pride, failed and lost the Presidency to a complacent Donald Trump. He could have let his stubborn Irish heart rule his gray-haired Yankee head. But finally, […]
Crowing about the Trump verdict will only hurt Biden – populists thrive on claims of persecution | Simon Jenkins
“G“Guilty,” a New York Times headline shouted with unconcealed glee last week. Shouts of contempt rained down on Donald Trump as he stalked out of a Manhattan courtroom, where he now awaits sentencing. Three more criminal casesTwo of those were about his response to his 2020 election loss. Ecstasy is a dangerous substance in politics. […]
Keir Starmer offers ‘change’, ‘change’ and even more ‘change’. But that’s not the same as governing | Simon Jenkins
WThe focus group opinion was reportedly clear. Labour’s Keir Starmer is uninspiring. The economy is not in desperate need of new management. The world is certainly in turmoil. But there is one message he made sure to get across from Starmer’s podium on Wednesday. “Change”. Rishi Sunak has been a decidedly less bad chancellor than […]
Japanese state dinner will feature Paul Simon, ice cream, and ‘magic of spring’
First lady Jill Biden previewed Wednesday’s state dinner with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and outlined how the food and decor were chosen to best reflect both the United States and Japan in the spring. The event marks President Joe Biden‘s fifth state dinner since entering office in 2021, with the most recent coming last […]
Simon Harris to become Ireland’s youngest leader – Europe live | Ireland
‘Always in a hurry’: The rapid rise of Ireland’s ‘TikTok taoiseach’ Simon Harris Rory Carroll Ireland boss Mr Dáil is expected to confirm today. Simon HarrisThe 37-year-old has been appointed as the successor to Leo Varadkar, who shocked the nation last month by announcing his resignation as First Minister and Fine Gael leader. The Minister […]