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The former star of Tidying Up with Marie Kondo on Netflix has told the Washington Post that she’s accepting mess in her own home now that she’s given birth to her third child. Kondo became a cultural icon when her Netflix show dropped in 2019, which seemingly inspired millions of viewers to tidy too, having asked themselves what “sparked joy” in their own lives. Now that Kondo doesn’t appear to have tidying as a priority, a debate surrounding racism is raging online....

Justin Smoak hit a three-run homer and Dustin Ackley had a three-run triple while the Mariners batted around in the ninth inning, roaring back from an early two-run deficit for their eighth straight victory on opening day. Robinson Cano went 2 for 4 with a double and an intentional walk in the $240 million second baseman's debut for new Seattle manager Lloyd McClendon. Mike Trout hit a two-run homer in the first inning and Albert Pujols had a run-scoring double for the Angels, who had won nine of 10 on opening day, including five straight....

The Mariners fought back to level at 2-2 against Melbourne City on Sunday but a red card to goalkeeper Paul Izzo and Bruno Fornaroli’s subsequent spot-kick for the visitors saw Central Coast lose 3-2 in front of their home fans. While the contest entertained the crowd in Gosford, the result did nothing for the Mariners’ tilt at finishing in the top six. Central Coast sit second-from-bottom in the A-League table and five points behind sixth-placed Western Sydney Wanderers with five games remaining, but Appiah reckons the Mariners can still bridge that gap....

Some people are prepared for events like this, owning plows and and snow blowers. But with this much accumulation, help is needed. Hall of Fame quarterback and Buffalo resident Jim Kelly has a big driveway that needs plowing, so he called up his good friend and current Bills defensive end Mario Williams to get rid of all the snow. MORE: Crazy blizzard photos | Fans show up to Sabres game despite blizzard | Free tickets for shoveling snow...

During a brief online stream posted by Right Wing Watch on Thursday, Alexander threatened to present evidence to the state of Georgia proving that she “committed a crime” that would get her expelled from Congress. “In the coming days, I’m going to reveal that Marjorie Taylor Greene, in my summation and the summation of lawyers, committed a crime,” said Alexander, a Donald Trump supporter and “Stop the Steal” organizer....

An avid Donald Trump supporter, she has a colorful reputation, having claimed that the 9/11 attacks were at least partly conducted by the federal government. She also suggested that Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was replaced with a body double before her death in 2020. Here’s a list of Greene’s most memorable quotes from 2022. Attacking the ‘Gazpacho Police’ In February, Greene hit out at what she called “Nancy Pelosi’s Gazpacho Police....

“Matt and I have teamed up because we refuse to allow Liz Cheney or Adam Kinzinger or any Trump-hating Republican … we won’t allow the GOP to turn into their party. So we’re taking charge. We’re bringing it to the people,” she said during a recent interview with the Real America’s Voice network. “We know what the people want,” she continued. “The people overwhelmingly support President Trump as the leader of the Republican Party....

This week, she emphasized this message by remaining steadfast in her support of Representative Kevin McCarthy’s bid to become the next House speaker, despite efforts by multiple Republicans to block the California representative. Greene has voted for McCarthy in each of the six failed ballots that have taken place thus far for McCarty. Since she was first elected in 2020, Greene has been one of the most outspoken Republicans in Congress, and she has enjoyed close working relationships with former President Donald Trump and multiple politicians who are frequently characterized as being on the “far right” of the political spectrum....

Trump is seeking reelection as president in 2024, despite mounting doubts over his negative image with many voters. For numerous reasons, including the events of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot and his own potential presidential bid, Pence is not expected to be his running mate again, leading to speculation over who the former president might pick. Among Trump allies and political insiders, a supposed shortlist of candidates has started to solidify, all of them being women: the controversial and outspoken Greene of Georgia; Representative Elise Stefanik of New York, the current head of the House Republican Conference; South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem; former news anchor and failed 2022 Arizona gubernatorial candidate, Kari Lake; and, most peculiarly, former Representative Tulsi Gabbard, a one-time Hawaii Democrat who left the party in October after years of criticism about her right-wing views....

“We’ve lost confidence in the system that elects our leaders,” the actor wrote on Saturday. “79 million Americans believe election was rigged, the results fraudulent. We need an in-person-only-paper ballot re-vote, especially in the States where flagrant irregularities have occurred. No accuracy, no democracy!” The tweet has been labeled as disputed. Trump, however, appeared to love the idea. He quoted Quaid’s tweet on Tuesday morning, adding: “Are you listening Republicans?...

Simon pleaded guilty to parading, demonstrating or picketing in a Capitol building, a misdemeanor offense, and was sentenced to 35 days in prison on Tuesday. His attorneys had pushed for probation, noting that he didn’t engage in violent behavior on January 6, and has struggled with addiction for decades, including being under the influence when he entered the Capitol on January 6. After being sober for 16 years, Simon relapsed following his divorce, lost his business and spent much of 2020 homeless, living in his car, according to court records....

But after Mark Trumbo was traded to the Diamondbacks from the Angels, the 27-year-old slugger made a different but classy move in the holiday spirit. MORE: Fantasy impact of Trumbo trade Trumbo attended the Los Angeles Angels Kids Foundation Holiday Party, a previous commitment as a member of the Angles and certainly no longer an obligation as, now, a member of the Diamondbacks. But that didn't matter. Angels communication director, Eric Kay, documented Trumbo's presence at the event with a tweet....

A mysterious shoulder ailment has affected Fultz’s shooting since his rookie year and Saturday was a big step in his recovery, especially considering he hadn’t played in a game since last November. “It was really just a blessing,” Fultz told reporters after Orlando routed San Antonio 125-89. “I give all the praise to the man up top, God. That’s all I can say, really. It was my first time back out there in a long time, and I’m just happy that I was able to step on the floor and compete....

To help win over Koop, Ira Magaziner, leader of the health-care task force, traveled to the doctor’s Vermont home in July to brief him on the emerging plan. On Mrs. Clinton’s other side, the White House plans to seat a recognizable face representing the small-business community or the senior citizens’ lobby. “If [Florida Rep.] Claude Pepper were alive, he’d be there,” said a top aide, explaining the kind of person they want....

The Braves will be the home team on the new ball field, which will be converted to a permanent softball facility for those who serve at Fort Bragg as a gift from MLB and the MLBPA through the joint Industry Growth Fund. MORE: MLB’s 2016 Impact Rookies | Anthony Rizzo, rising star “Major League Baseball’s boundless gratitude to our military has led us to a unique event that will benefit the men and women of Fort Bragg and their families for many years,” Commissioner Robert Manfred said....

MORE FANTASY BASEBALL: Close call-ups | MLB Draft | More pickups Heaney, a 6-2 lefthanded pitcher, will take the rotation spot of Randy Wolf, who was DFA'd today. Heaney, who was mentioned by our own Frank Neville this weekend as being very close to a call-up, was sporting a 2.47 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 79-15 K-to-BB ratio in 76.2 innings between Double-A Jacksonville and Triple-A New Orleans. The lefty's fastball sits in the low 90s, but he can run it up to 95 mph when needed and has good control of it....

Fernández was one of three killed when their boat struck a jetty and overturned. Their bodies were discovered by the Coast Guard around 3:15 a.m. Sunday. “It’s been a tough day for everyone,” Marlins president of baseball operations Michael Hill said during a Sunday afternoon news conference that included Marlins players, team president David Samson and manager Don Mattingly. “Everyone reflects on their history with Jose. I think back to seeing that precocious, young high school senior in the All-Star Game and sitting at his kitchen table as we attempted to sign him....

I’m pleased to announce that I am a new Goal columnist. Each month, I will discuss a topic, such as PSG, my life as a player, the national team or my passions away from the field. Firstly, I’d like to talk about my early career and how I have developed at this ambitious club. I consider myself proud and lucky to be the third captain of PSG, which is a role I take very seriously....

Goodwin, a two-time NCAA long jump champion at Texas, took part in the annual Texas Relays. He ran the 100 meters but didn’t enter the long jump. He does intend to train and try to qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. Leaving the NFL? Suckers fell for what Goodwin, a wide receiver, called a “play on words” and an April Fools’ Day joke from his Twitter account. “Football is my deal,” Goodwin said later....

PSG sparked headlines for all of the wrong reasons in a recent victory over Lyon as their star forwards became involved in a public spat. With Neymar and Cavani desperate to bolster their respective goal tallies, they clashed over the taking of free-kicks and a penalty. While PSG have sought to play down the incidents, Marseille have taken the opportunity to poke fun at their fierce rivals and talk up the squad harmony within their ranks....