Prince Harry opens up about recent visit with the queen in TODAY exclusive
Prince Harry is sitting down with Hoda Kotb for an exclusive interview on TODAY. In this preview clip, Harry spoke about his recent visit with his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II, saying he tries to ensure she's "protected" and has "the right people around her." They spoke in The Hague, Netherlands, at the 2022 Invictus Games, the sports competition for wounded veterans founded by the prince.
news.yahoo.comBiden hosts Easter egg roll with Jimmy Fallon, in another sign of an emerging post-pandemic normal
It was not, in the final analysis, the most clement weather for an outdoor party, with a cold rain falling on Washington, D.C., but Easter comes when it comes. This year, it happened to come as vestiges of winter moved over the mid-Atlantic region, but that did little to dampen enthusiasm for the White House Easter Egg Roll, a cherished tradition that had been put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.
news.yahoo.comPope Francis makes Easter plea for peace, prays for end to ‘senseless’ war in Ukraine
VATICAN CITY — On what is supposed to be Christianity’s most joyful day, Pope Francis made an anguished Easter Sunday plea for peace in the “senseless” war in Ukraine and in other armed conflicts raging in the world, and voiced worry about the risk of nuclear warfare. “May there be peace for war-torn Ukraine, so sorely tried by the violence and destruction of this cruel and senseless war into which it was dragged,” Francis said, speaking from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Square. “Let us all commit ourselves to imploring peace, from our balconies and in our streets,’’ Francis said. For many Christians, this weekend marks the first time in three years they will gather in person to celebrate Easter Sunday. After Easter morning Mass, Francis boarded the white popemobile for a whirl through the square among the cheering ranks of the crowd.
mlive.comTrump Easter messages skewer Democrats
Former President Trump blasted Democrats in Easter messages on Sunday morning, including one aimed at “radical left maniacs” and another calling New York Attorney General Letitia James (D) a “failed gubernatorial candidate.” “Happy Easter to failed gubernatorial candidate and racist Attorney General Letitia James,” Trump said in a message sent via his Save America PAC.…
news.yahoo.comUncovering a dumpster full of art worth millions
In 2017 a barn cleanout in Connecticut revealed a treasure trove of artworks, by an obscure artist who'd died the year before. Now, experts say the dumpster art could be worth millions. Correspondent David Pogue delves into the intriguing tale of how a skateboarding mechanic became a detective in order to uncover the identity of Francis Hines, an expressionist who experimented with wrapping buildings, objects and paintings.
news.yahoo.comIs Walmart open on Easter 2022? Stores hours
Whatever the reason, you have some shopping options on Easter 2022. Among the major retailers that will be open Easter (Sunday, April 17th) is Walmart. The nation’s largest retailer will be open regular hours, typically 6 a.m.-11 p.m. for Super Centers. According to the National Retail Foundation, Americans spent some $21.6 billion on Easter last year, averaging about $179.70 a person. In 2021, Americans spent about $6.32 billion on Easter food with the most common purchase being – what else?
mlive.comEaster 2022 store hours for Walmart, Target, Macy’s, Home Depot, Best Buy and more
Easter 2022 is on Sunday, April 17. Some stores won’t operate under their usual hours on Easter Sunday. Here’s everything you need to know about store hours on Sunday for Easter 2022 (4/17/22). What stores are open on Easter 2022? Note: Shoppers should ultimately check with their local store in the event hours vary by location.
mlive.comDear Annie: Celebrating spring
Below are some of my favorite poems about spring and joy and the innocence and beauty of childhood. / Bird’s delight, / Day and night, / Nightingale, / In the dale, / Lark in sky, -- / Merrily, / Merrily merrily, to welcome in the year. / Little boy, / Full of joy; / Little girl, / Sweet and small; / Cock does crow, / So do you; / Merry voice, / Infant noise; / Merrily, merrily, to welcome in the year. / I happy am / Joy is my name, -- / Sweet joy befall thee! / Sweet joy but two days old, / Sweet joy I call thee; / Thou dost smile.
mlive.comMama Tu-Tu gives back to Jackson community for Easter
JACKSON, MI -- At Mama Tu-Tu’s house, everyone has a place. Hundreds of community members gathered at the home of Wanda Beavers, also known as Mama Tu-Tu, in Jackson on Saturday, April 16, for her annual Easter egg hunt and raffle. “When I was growing up, we didn’t have a lot of Easter egg hunts but when we did I loved them, so I decided [to hold one] myself,” explained Beavers. The afternoon began with an Easter egg hunt for the children. More: Community rallies to keep roof over Mama Tu-Tu’s headA mural of Beavers was painted in September 2021 on back of the Lofts of Jackson building to honor her generous spirit.
mlive.comUkrainian mayor and lawmakers attend Vatican Easter vigil
Pope Francis invoked “gestures of peace in these days marked by the horror of war” in an Easter vigil homily in St. Peter’s Basilica attended by the mayor of the occupied Ukrainian city of Melitopol and three Ukrainian lawmakers
washingtonpost.com4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.