SOTO VOCE?

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I am one of his three sons. The father of three and grandfather of five wonderful children. There's a term, sotto voce, Italian for a hushed, almost whispered tone that has never described Andrés Cantor, the voice of fútbol at the FIFA World Cup.

NEWS FOR US 6/21-26

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These are some of the top headlines for today, from #DONews and #DOFeeds along with other established news and information sources on the web.

SNAP WIC

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US families need more help than just cheaper shopping, the actual safety-net programs matter a lot more than store-hopping:
SNAP (food stamps), apply through your state's human services agency; income-based, helps with all groceries
WIC — for pregnant women, new moms, and kids under 5; covers milk, eggs, bread, and more specifically
Feeding America (feedingamerica.org) — find the nearest food bank by zip code, no cost, no paperwork hurdle to start
211 (call or visit 211.org) — connects people to local food assistance of all kinds, including emergency pantries

MEDIA DAD

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Some personal thoughts for this year's unforgettable Father's Day Weekend. As I also take time to pay tribute to my great, late father Antoñiquito, for strict rules, my personality, including the Cuban coffee breath, the corny dad jokes... well, except for this one just now. To all fathers of all sizes, ages everywhere on the World Wide Web... Enjoy your Fathers Day weekend!

NEWS FOR US 6/20-26

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These are some of the top news headlines for today, from #DONews and #DOFeeds along with other sources on the web.

FLYING TIGERS

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In the Chinese zodiac, the Golden Tiger combines the Tiger's natural courage and leadership with the Metal element. This creates a magnetic, ambitious, and fiercely determined personality. They are known for their sharp intellect, strong moral compass, and an unstoppable drive to achieve their goals.
The Tiger is considered the king of beasts in Chinese culture and is a powerful symbol of bravery, protection, and power. Golden Tigers are frequently depicted in art and feng shui to symbolize protection against misfortune and the voracious attraction of wealth. For example, the Golden Tiger with Wealth Pot is a common protective artifact in Chinese tradition, believed to safeguard finances and bring good fortune.

US EAGLE CRA$HING?

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Is this column brutal, or fair? In the coming months we will begin to see, hear, and feel how several nations behave towards the USA.

NEWS FOR US 6/19-26

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These are some of the top news headlines for today, from #DONews and #DOFeeds along with other sources on the web.

OBAMA CENTER OPENS

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President Obama said “ To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary, we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.“

WHO IS AN SOB?

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The "son of a bitch" is dating back to the 17th century. While traditionally an offensive insult or interjection of anger,