Roberts Faces Final Questions Before Confirmation Vote
Democrats press Chief Justice nominee John Roberts for answers on abortion privacy and other hot button issues as confirmation hearings near an expected Senate vote. Republicans forecast swift approval with all 10 GOP senators likely to back him, while Democrats lament Roberts’ repeated refusal to comment on matters before the Court or cases pending in the appeals court.
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Ophelia drifts along NC coast with slow flood fears easing
Hurricane Ophelia crawled past the North Carolina coast with 85 mph winds and expected 3 to 5 inches more rain. Warnings covered 220 miles of coast as power outages persisted, Outer Banks risked flooding, and towns like New Bern reported receding floodwaters though some residents remained trapped.
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Finesse to win three diamonds in Becker's Bridge
In Becker's Bridge analysis, declarer must risk a specialized diamond sequence. With 26 points between hands, East likely holds the diamond ace, guiding South to lead diamonds from dummy to force East's ace. The recommended line starts with a king of spades ace, a club return, and a diamond finesse to secure nine tricks. Tomorrow: Test your play.
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