SAINT PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Mariah Keopple and Alexandra Labelle scored their first goals of the season and the Montreal Victoire edged the Minnesota Frost 3-2 on Saturday. Marie-Philip Poulin's goal almost six minutes into the second period was the difference as she converted a 2-on-1 from Laura Stacey and Jennifer Gardiner and Montreal (2-2-0-1), which went 0 for 3 on the power play, won its third straight while handing Minnesota (3-1-1-1) its first regulation loss of the season. Despite having the better control of the action from the start Montreal fell behind 1-0 near the middle of the first period when Claire Thompson and Taylor Heise set up Britta Curl-Salemme for her third goal of the season. But in the last five minutes of the period Keopple scored on a pass from Claire Dalton, and Labelle banged in a rebound of her initial shot. Minnesota pulled into a tie at just 3:17 into the second period when Brooke McQuigge picked up her first goal during a scramble in front of the Montreal goal. Barely 2 1/2 minutes later the Victoire were back on top on Poulin's second goal of the season and Ann-Renee Desbiens, who made 22 saves, made that stand up. Maddie Rooney made 22 saves for Minnesota, which went 0-1 on the power play. Boston plays at Montreal on Monday. The Frost are home against Boston on Thursday. AP women’s hockey: https://apnews.com/hub/womens-hockeyHow Infertility, Failed Pregnancy Cloud Holiday and Family Celebrations
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New York City mayor meets with Trump's 'border czar' to discuss how to go after 'violent' criminalsThe author of ‘The Brewer’, surprised by meeting with Christian Cueva in ‘Mi Barrunto’ after the controversy over the unauthorized use of his song. The composer had demanded 200,000 soles as compensation and, in addition, criticized Cueva and Pamela Franco . The conflict between Christian Cueva and José María Yzazaga, author of the popular song El cervecero, took an unexpected turn. After the musician demanded payment of 200,000 soles for the unauthorized use of their theme by Cueva and Pamela Franco both characters finally met at the restaurant My Guess . This event, which initially seemed like a legal disagreement, could have reached a point of understanding, as reflected in the images released. The meeting occurred on November 22 in the afternoon. My Guess known for his close bond with the soccer player, published photographs on social networks showing Yzazaga and Cueva sharing a lunch. Although it has not been confirmed whether a financial agreement was reached, the meeting marks a key moment in this copyright controversy. Christian Cueva and composer of El cervecero meet in ‘Mi Barrunto’ The Mi Barrunto restaurant was the setting where José María Yzazaga composer of El cervecero, and Christian Cueva finally met face to face. The publication on social networks of the establishment, whose owner is a close friend of the footballer, gave details of the meeting: “BANKER ARRIVED... Christian Cueva and the composer of ‘El Cervecero’, Mr. José María Yzazaga Quispe, enjoyed lunch.” Christian Cueva with Jose María Yzazaga. Photo: Capture Instagram In the images, both looked calm and smiling, suggesting a possible resolution. Close sources indicated that the meeting included the tasting of a ceviche, courtesy of the soccer player, as a gesture of hospitality. However, it has not been made public whether this meeting meant a definitive settlement regarding the 200,000 soles demanded by Yzazaga. What had the composer of El cervecero said about Christian Cueva and Pamela Franco? Before the meeting in My Guess , José María Yzazaga had shown his annoyance with Christian Cueva and Pamela Franco for interpreting The brewer without your authorization. According to the composer, the footballer and the singer did not communicate directly with him, but instead sent their manager, Martin Pinto to manage the problem. “I’m not going to talk to him if the offenders are Pamela Franco and Christian Cueva,” he expressed indignantly in previous statements. Join our entertainment channel
NEW YORK — There's no place like home for the holidays. And that may not necessarily be a good thing. In the wake of the very contentious and divisive 2024 presidential election, the upcoming celebration of Thanksgiving and the ramp-up of the winter holiday season could be a boon for some — a respite from the events of the larger world in the gathering of family and loved ones. Hours and even days spent with people who have played the largest roles in our lives. Another chapter in a lifetime of memories. That's one scenario. For others, that same period — particularly because of the polarizing presidential campaign — is something to dread. There is the likelihood of disagreements, harsh words, hurt feelings and raised voices looming large. Those who make a study of people and their relationships to each other in an increasingly complex 21st-century say there are choices that those with potentially fraught personal situations can make — things to do and things to avoid — that could help them and their families get through this time with a minimum of open conflict and a chance at getting to the point of the holidays in the first place. DO assess honestly where you are with it all For those who feel strongly about the election's outcome, and know that the people they would be spending the holiday feel just as strongly in the other direction, take the time to honestly assess if you're ready to spend time together in THIS moment, barely a few weeks after Election Day — and a time when feelings are still running high. The answer might be that you're not, and it might be better to take a temporary break, says Justin Jones-Fosu, author of “I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World.” “You have to assess your own readiness,” he says, “Each person is going be very different in this.” He emphasizes that it's not about taking a permanent step back. “Right now is that moment that we’re talking about because it’s still so fresh. Christmas may be different.” DON’T miss the bigger picture of what the holiday is all about Keep focused on why why you decided to go in the first place, Jones-Fosu says. Maybe it’s because there’s a relative there you don’t get to see often, or a loved one is getting up in age, or your kids want to see their cousins. Keeping that reason in mind could help you get through the time. DO set boundaries If you decide getting together is the way to go, but you know politics is still a dicey subject, set a goal of making the holiday a politics-free zone and stick with it, says Karl Pillemer, a professor at Cornell University whose work includes research on family estrangement. “Will a political conversation change anyone’s mind?" he says. “If there is no possibility of changing anyone’s mind, then create a demilitarized zone and don’t talk about it.” DON’T take the bait Let’s be honest. Sometimes, despite best efforts and intentions to keep the holiday gathering politics- and drama-free, there’s someone who’s got something to say and is going to say it. In that case, avoid getting drawn into it, says Tracy Hutchinson, a professor in the graduate clinical mental health counseling program at the College of William & Mary in Virginia. “Not to take the hook is one of the most important things, and it is challenging,” she says. After all, you don’t have to go to every argument you’re invited to. DO think about what will happen after the holiday If you risk getting caught up in the moment, consider engaging in what Pillemer calls “forward mapping.” This involves thinking medium and long term rather than just about right now — strategy rather than tactics. Maybe imagine yourself six months from now looking back on the dinner and thinking about the memories you'd want to have. “Think about how you would like to remember this holiday,” he says. “Do you want to remember it with your brother and sister-in-law storming out and going home because you’ve had a two-hour argument?” DON'T feel you have to be there uninterrupted Things getting intense? Defuse the situation. Walk away. And it doesn't have to be in a huff. Sometimes a calm and collected time out is just what you — and the family — might need. Says Hutchinson: “If they do start to do something like that, you could say, `I’ve got to make this phone call. I’ve got to go to the bathroom. I’m going to take a walk around the block.'" Get local news delivered to your inbox!