‘I walk the halls:’ What it means that Congress has gone dark
The U.S. House has left the building, having worked only 17 of the past 100 days. And with Congress away, President Trump can play.
Day: October 25, 2025
Here’s what we know about the Mariners’ 2026 payroll budget
As they look to build on their best finish in franchise history, Mariners ownership has committed to maintain a budget in that same range for 2026.
Seattle’s East Marginal Way reopens, better for freight and bikes
Seattle’s strongest street and one of its best new bikeways officially open, as the city wraps up a $72 million project on East Marginal Way.
Can WA Republicans regain the Eastside Senate seat lost in Trump era?
A state Senate race may test whether Republicans will again be dragged down by Trump’s unpopularity or whether Democrats see backlash for raising taxes.
Bellevue has its advantages. Proximity to Seattle is one
The biggest city on the Eastside is ascendant again, backed by appealing schools and attention to quality of life. But, Jon Talton writes, the suburb needs the big city.
Oregon’s Willamette Valley, known for wine, takes a shine to olive oil
The Willamette Valley is known by many for its booming wine industry. The olive oil business there, by comparison, is more boutique — but no less interesting.
Rant and Rave: Reader enjoys dog-friendly beach park in Shoreline
RAVE to Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Here, dogs on leashes are allowed year-round to enjoy the sand and surf of Puget Sound and the wonderful views of the Olympic mountain range. And in the cooler part of the year, there’s even an off-leash area on t…
Pakistan–Afghanistan Border Conflict Deepens Food Crisis In PoK, Crippling Local Trade
The escalating conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan has severely disrupted the cross-border trade of essential food items, triggering widespread shortages and soaring prices across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). The week-long border closure has brought fruit and vegetable transport to a halt, choking one of the region’s critical supply lines.Traders report that fresh produce
Japanese tourist falls from the Pantheon parapet and dies – Euronews.com
Japanese tourist falls from the Pantheon parapet and dies Euronews.comJapanese tourist dies in fall from Pantheon in Rome The GuardianTourist dies after falling from outer wall of Rome’s Pantheon CNNJapanese tourist fal…
Japanese tourist falls from the Pantheon parapet and dies
A 70-year-old Japanese man visiting Rome tragically died on Friday evening after falling from the parapet of the Pantheon. The authorities are investigating what happened.