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‘Summer of Our Discontent' Review: An Age of Rage
How would you tackle a book whose opening sentence packs such a wordy wallop that you wonder whether the text was ever seen by an editor? Try this first line, from 'Summer of Our Discontent' by Thomas Chatterton Williams: 'There is no doubt that the initial animating spirit of Black Lives Matter, #MeToo, and the thousands of social justice protests since 2020 forced a necessary national (re)consideration of long overdue demands for police reform in particular, as well as broader calls for greater equality and inclusion—and, perhaps above all, the wholehearted extension of dignity and recognition, which sit higher atop Maslow's pyramid of needs than strict physical safety.' We need to read this sentence more than once before any meaning seeps into the brain. The rest of the book is as severe in the demands it makes of the reader's comprehension and stamina.
CBS News
29 minutes ago
- CBS News
Gov. Murphy declares state of emergency in N.J. as high surf from Hurricane Erin combines with high tide
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency as Hurricane Erin brings high surf and dangerous rip currents to beaches along the East Coast. Officials said parts of New Jersey will experience sustained winds of up to 50 mph, waves on the Jersey shore may be as high as 17 feet, and flood-prone areas may see up to three feet of water. The state of emergency took effect at 2 p.m. Thursday. "Over the past couple of days, we have seen the effects of Hurricane Erin along the Jersey Shore in the form of dangerous rip tides. Today and tomorrow will be no exception," Murphy said. "As the storm moves past New Jersey over the next 24 hours, we are expecting high surf and rip currents, coastal and flash flooding, and a high erosion risk in parts of the state. We ask all New Jerseyans to monitor local weather forecasts and warnings and stay informed on evacuation protocols, especially if you're down the Shore." A coastal flood warning is now in effect for the Jersey Shore and New York's south-facing beaches. Many beaches are closed to swimming, and officials are urging people to avoid the water. The flood risk increases Thursday into Friday, when high waves coincide with high tide. Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day as CBS New York keeps a close eye on the storm and its track. While Hurricane Erin is forecast to stay hundreds of miles offshore, the East Coast is still feeling its indirect impacts. Towns along the Jersey Shore have been preparing for the storm, telling people to move their cars to higher ground before the water levels rise. Residents have also been asked to secure their outdoor furniture and check on their boats, docks and slips to make sure they are tied up tight. In Sea Bright, which sits between the Atlantic Ocean and two rivers, residents say they're hopeful rock barriers along the ocean and metal bulkheads placed along the Shrewsbury River after Superstorm Sandy will help keep them safe. Waves are expected to reach 7 to 12 feet, and flooding is most likely around high tide which is expected between 6 p.m and 7 p.m. Swimming is not allowed, but lifeguards will be patrolling to make sure people don't take any chances. The concern is about possible coastal flooding. At Manasquan Inlet Beach, waves crashing against the rocks were massive. Winds form Hurricane Erin were also kicking up the sand, and beachgoers could feel it hitting them in the face. Streets around Watson Creek could also be inundated with water. A lot of people came to the beach to watch the power of mother nature in the churning ocean. "The wind is very strong. We're, like, both falling over, and the sand is, like, hitting us," Savannah Gill said. Earlier this week, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy told beachgoers, "don't go in the water." Thursday. He said the worst impacts of the storm on the Garden State are expected Thursday into Friday. Coastal flood warning are in effect from Monmouth to Cape May counties. Erin has also prompted New York officials to shut down beaches in New York City and some on Long Island. Long Island officials discussed their emergency preparedness for the hurricane season in a rare joint appearance. The two gave a unified message about the importance of hurricane preparedness as they ready for beach erosion and possible flooding. In Nassau County, nuisance flooding may take place in areas like Long Beach and Freeport. In Suffolk, Fire Island and Mantauk are being closely watched. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said, with Erin being the first hurricane of the season, it's important that all Long Islanders have a plan. "Just in case, if you live along the shore or in a low-lying area, please make sure that you have water. Have a plan to leave, God forbid we should have to make that determination. Have a place to go. Keep non-perishable food and manual can openers available. In case there's a power outage, make sure you have flashlights and batteries. Do not, do not use candles," Blakeman said. "We're prepared for this hurricane as best we can. It's not going to do a lot of damage, but it will create erosion. It will create flooding," Romaine said. They emphasized pet preparedness too. The island is expecting even bigger waves -- up to 16 feet in some areas -- and water levels will be 2 to 2.5 feet above normal. Towns like Southampton and Quogue have declared states of emergency. Crews have been using truckloads of sand to reinforce dunes, fearing the heavy surf will erode beaches and damage shoreline properties. Wind gusts up to 30-40 mph along the coast could also bring down trees or power lines, especially with the ground saturated from recent rain. Neither county is declaring a state of emergency or any kind of evacuations, but it's Mother Nature, so things could change. Click here for the latest forecast, live radar and weather alerts from our First Alert Weather Lewis contributed to this report.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Powerball jackpot reaches $700 million ahead of Saturday drawing
The biggest Powerball jackpot of the year continues to grow, with an estimated prize of $700 million after no ticket matched all winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing. The lucky winner of Saturday's drawing could choose between the full jackpot paid in annual installments over 29 years or a one-time cash payment of $316.3 million before taxes, according to Powerball. Wednesday night's drawing marked the 36th consecutive round without a grand prize winner since a $204.5 million ticket was claimed in California on May 31. The numbers drawn on Wednesday were 31, 59, 62, 65, 68, and Powerball 5. MORE: Powerball grows to $643 million jackpot after no one wins Monday While nobody matched all six numbers, Wednesday's drawing produced several other winners, according to Powerball. A Tennessee player matched five numbers and included the Power Play option, securing a $2 million prize. Two other tickets matched five numbers for $1 million each. Additionally, 30 tickets won $50,000 by matching four numbers plus the Powerball, with eight of those winners doubling their prize to $100,000 through the Power Play option. The current jackpot towers above other 2025 prizes, though it hasn't reached the heights of 2024's staggering $1.3 billion jackpot claimed by Cheng "Charlie" Saephan in Oregon last April. The second-highest prize this year was a $526.5 million jackpot won by a California ticket holder. Players can purchase $2 tickets in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Some states offer online purchasing options through official channels or licensed services. The drawing is scheduled for 10:59 p.m. ET on Saturday. For an additional dollar, players can add the Power Play option, which multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to five times. In select states, a separate Double Play option allows participants to enter a second drawing for up to $10 million.
