0 Have your say The US capital may be instantly familiar to visitors from around the world, but there’s plenty to discover, writes Tony Gardner. We are freewheeling along Washington DC’s National Mall and suddenly everything feels strangely familiar.It’s the first time I have ever set foot – let alone ridden a bicycle – in the capital of the United States but the sense of déjà vu is overwhelming.Straight ahead of me is the Capitol Building, to my left the White House, to my right the Washington Memorial, and over my shoulder the colossal figure of Abraham Lincoln cuts a majestic figure nestled high above the reflecting pools.All around lie iconic monuments and buildings of global significance instantly recognisable from films and news bulletins. The National Mall is two miles from end to end and it is a hot day. It can be hard going trying to cover all the sights on foot.But we have opted to take it all in on two wheels … [Read more...] about Travel review: Discovering Washington DC’s landmarks
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The highest-paid governor in the US insists on wearing 25-year-old sneakers and gets mad when his wife buys him a new sweater
Tanza Loudenback, provided by Published 10:15 am PDT, Thursday, September 6, 2018 Governor Brown smiled as his wife Anne Gust Brown introduced him Monday January 5, 2015. Governor Brown smiled as his wife Anne Gust Brown introduced him Monday January 5, 2015. Photo: Brant Ward, The Chronicle Buy photo California Gov. Jerry Brown. California Gov. Jerry Brown. Photo: Jae C. Hong / Associated Press (FILES) In this file photo Gov. Jerry Brown (D-CA) speaks during an event at the National Press Club April 17, 2018 in Washington, DC. (FILES) In this file photo Gov. Jerry Brown (D-CA) speaks during an event at the National Press Club April 17, 2018 in Washington, DC. Photo: Alex Wong / AFP / Getty Images FILE - In this June 29, 2018 file photo, California Gov. Jerry Brown … [Read more...] about The highest-paid governor in the US insists on wearing 25-year-old sneakers and gets mad when his wife buys him a new sweater
Oakland Rep. Barbara Lee considers bid for House leadership in wake of Ocasio-Cortez win
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) addresses the audience at the 10th anniversary leadership gala of the Friends Of The Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, December 2, 2014 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images for Friends of the Global Fight) Congressowman Barbara Lee waves a rainbow flag while participating during the Oakland Pride Parade in Oakland, Calif. on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group) Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) prepares to speak during the dedication of the Barbara Lee Science and Allied Health Center at Merritt College in Oakland, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015. The new four-story building, totaling approximately 110,000 square feet, opened in September and will house classrooms for science and business technology, mathematics and health programs. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group) President Barack Obama greets Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., second from left, and Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., left, … [Read more...] about Oakland Rep. Barbara Lee considers bid for House leadership in wake of Ocasio-Cortez win
EPA’s Pruitt spent $1,560 on 12 customized fountain pens from Washington jewelry store
Brady Dennis and Juliet Eilperin, The Washington Post Published 9:26 am, Friday, June 1, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-5', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 5', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-10', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 10', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-13', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 13', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); Photo: Bloomberg Photo By Andrew Harrer. Image 1of/13 CaptionClose Image 1 of 13 … [Read more...] about EPA’s Pruitt spent $1,560 on 12 customized fountain pens from Washington jewelry store
5 USA gems to visit in the summer
It’s heating up and we’ll soon be experiencing this year’s summer. So why stay at home? If you’ve got the methods, it would make sense to try out somewhere a little bit different for your holiday. Truth be told, if you’ve got to pick anywhere, the United States is probably the way to go. You’ve got New York’s parks in summer, Las Vegas for something dry and glamorous, and you’ve got Miami if you want some sun, sea, and sand. So which place is best? You’ll have to find that out yourself ultimately, but here are a few ideas to get you started. Just make sure you’ve got all your paperwork and visas sorted, then pack your bags! Orlando Ever a favourite of family holiday-goer favourite, Orlando is chock full of stuff to do. It’s also the perfect place to enjoy spending time in the sun, with beaches and pools being found without any difficulty. Want to do something a bit more exciting? You’ve got the option of the Disney … [Read more...] about 5 USA gems to visit in the summer