Month: September 2019

My Typical New York Day

I wake up every morning at 7:30 A.M. to my alarm, which is a mashup of “Theme from New York, New York,” “Empire State of Mind,” and the audiobook of “The Bonfire of the Vanities.” I spend a few minutes taking in the spectacular view of the city from my apartment on top of the…

By JohnValbyNation September 10, 2019 0

The Horror of Such a Love

They told me: “Your child is dead.” It was an hour after the birth. The Sister Superior went to draw the curtains, the May day entered the room. I had glimpsed the child when he passed in front of me, in the arms of the nurse. I hadn’t seen him. The next day, I asked:…

By JohnValbyNation September 10, 2019 0

'We felt it!' – Tite understanding of negative reaction from Brazil fans in Copa opener

The Brazilian boss discussed the atmosphere in Sao Paulo, where his overcame a lacklustre start to beat Bolivia on Friday Brazil head coach Tite said he understands why fans booed following the Selecao’s lacklustre start to their Copa America campaign. Philippe Coutinho’s second-half brace and Everton’s late stunner guided Brazil to a 3-0 win over…

By JohnValbyNation September 10, 2019 0