My kids can always tell when I’m listening to a song by the “Elements of the Universe, ladies and gentlemen,” as the jocks on old black radio would sometimes introduce Earth, Wind and Fire. I’d close my eyes and twist up my face. I’d tighten my fists as the horns would rise. By the time the lyrics settled about my head, I was already gone. Singing along. Feeling a sacred pull in all my secular places. Read More...
The media jamboree surrounding the couple has not impressed everyone.
In the lead-up to the Super Bowl, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell felt compelled to dismiss conspiracy theories around Swift as "nonsense" after right-wing critics claimed the relationship was part of a plot to rig the championship and help get US President Joe Biden re-elected.
For some purists, the chatter around Swift's appearance is only a distraction. In their mind, every TV cutaway, photograph or mention of Swift's name diverts praise from Mahomes, the NFL's offensive player of the year Christian McCaffrey and the rest of the stars on the field. Read More...
Step 1Make the cake layers: Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees. Spray three 8-inch cake pans with baking spray and line their bottoms with parchment paper.
Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
Step 3In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or using a large bowl and a hand mixer, combine the sugar and butter. Read More...