Evander is a heroic figure from Roman legend who welcomed the Trojan hero Aeneas to Italy before the founding of Rome. Known for his wisdom, hospitality and leadership, the name represents courage, generosity and the ability to guide others through change. Roman mythology continues to inspire parents seeking names with timeless stories and meaningful symbolism….
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to “push hard” to keep a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund active, amid an ongoing feud between two Republican senators and the Trump administration over the president’s nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general. “If Senators Cornyn and Tillis, both upset because I wouldn’t Endorse them (they lost, and quit,…
In its latest heatwave bulletin published on Saturday, the Italian health ministry says that by Monday, some 25 of the country’s 27 major cities will be on red alert. It says it expects only two – Reggio Calabria in the southern tip of Italy’s “boot” and Messina, facing it across on the island of Sicily…
Copper leaf earns its name from the warm, coppery-red mottling that runs across its broad, slightly ruffled leaves, often shot through with streaks of bronze, pink, or deep maroon depending on the variety. It’s a fast-growing shrub that thrives in the kind of full, intense sun many other coloured-leaf plants struggle with, making it a…
Maine’s Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson is launching his first general election ad, highlighting his own background as a labor organizer and going after Republican Sen. Susan Collins. The 30-second spot, narrated by Jackson, is backed by a seven-figure buy slated to begin airing statewide next week, his campaign told NBC News on Saturday. “I’m…
August gardening guide: Which are the best seeds to sow this month August sits in an odd, easy-to-overlook spot on the Indian gardening calendar, the frenzy of early monsoon sowing has settled down, the peak heat of summer is behind most of the country, and the classic winter vegetable season is still a couple of…
An emotional Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi announced on Friday that she underwent a hysterectomy operation to treat Stage 1 cervical cancer, months after first disclosing her diagnosis. The reality star, who earned fame as a hard-partying roommate on MTV’s “Jersey Shore,” announced her health scare earlier this year. Polizzi, 38, credited regular Pap smears with catching…
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the biggest in the country’s history, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. As of 30 July, there were 3,605 confirmed cases including 1,587 deaths – a fatality rate of 44%. The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. It was…
In the era of fast-track technology and superseding comfort, there are people who still like turning pages. Who visit bookstores to buy their next read and revel in the fragrance of a fresh book. Then some take it easy and download their book on their Kindles. While one might believe it is all about preferences…
This story is part of NBC Selected’s New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches. We will continuously update this article throughout the month with new releases we think you should know about. Apparel and footwear launches The Clifton is Hoka’s staple neutral everyday running sneaker, which we also recommend for walking….