NEAR PAVLOHRAD, Ukraine — The children’s author had violence in her heart. Valentyna Shevchenko, 69, recently fled the home where she had lived for 21 years, a home now threatened by a new Russian offensive. And she was angry about … Continued
A big transfer rumor connected to Minnesota United surfaced Sunday, but it was not in the direction Loons fans have been pining for since the summer transfer window opened. Instead of a report to a potential incoming player, Loons forward … Continued
After using six pitchers to get through an 8-5 loss to Detroit on Saturday night, the Twins recalled Genesis Cabrera from Class AAA St. Paul to help the bullpen get through Sunday’s series finale. A veteran with 296 major league … Continued
MANUFACTURING Edric Funk The Toro Co., a Bloomington-based maker of lawn mowers and snow removal machines for consumers and businesses, announced that Edric C. Funk has been appointed president and chief operating officer, effective Sept. 1. Funk is a 29-year … Continued
By PAN PYLAS LONDON (AP) — Terence Stamp, the British actor who often played the role of a complex villain, including that of General Zod in the early Superman films, has died. He was 87. His death on Sunday was … Continued
Edward Lotterman The U.S. Department of Agriculture just released its key Aug. 1 forecast of corn production for 2025. It predicts a record harvest, up 13% from last year. This is good news for the overall economy — more output … Continued