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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Tennis superstar, equality advocate and fashion icon Venus Williams will be speaking at the University of Arkansas this April.
Williams will deliver a moderated Q&A as part of the Distinguished Lectures Committee series. Danyelle Musselman will be the moderator of the discussion.
The event starts at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the south entrance only.
It is free and open to the public, and tickets are not required.
Williams has received Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon championships, and four Olympic gold medals.
Not only does she have her fashion line and design firm, but Williams also served as an Executive Producer on the recent Oscar-winning biopic King Richard.
Click here for more information about the upcoming event.
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MARIANNA, Ark. — Marianna officers responded to a welfare check and found a woman dead late Wednesday night, according to the Arkansas State Police who have taken lead in the homicide investigation.
Latisha McKenzie was murdered, police said, and her body was moved to a hallway bathroom. She was 46-years-old.
"Agents are continuing their investigation in Lee County today and are searching for a person of interest who may prove to be a suspect in the homicide," ASP said in a statement.
We will update this article with more information as it becomes available.
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ROLAND, Ark. — Last week, the Roland Police Department seized a large number of fentanyl pills from a traffic stop.
On March 29, Officer Ragan with Roland PD was working criminal interdiction, which means the officer was looking beyond the traffic ticket and identifying other criminal behavior when conducting traffic stops.
According to RPD, a vehicle with four men inside was stopped for speeding on I-40 at mile marker 327 East Bound.
After speaking with the driver and while issuing a warning for speeding, Officer Ragan noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle, which the driver admitted to having used inside the car.
This gave the officer probable cause to search the vehicle. During the search, a firearm was found and in a separate bag, a large number of blue pills were located. The pills were identified as "M-30” fentanyl.
Roland PD says the driver of the vehicle fled on foot and the other occupants were placed into custody.
The weight of the pills was conducted and holds the approximate weight of 8.5 pounds with an estimated count of over 30,000 pills.
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TEXAS, USA — Walmart has increased pay for their private fleet of truck drivers, the company announced Thursday.
Walmart drivers can now make up to $110,000 in their first year with the company. Drivers who have been with Walmart longer can earn even more, based on factors like tenure and location.
The pay raise includes almost 2,000 private fleet drivers in Texas, according to a post on Walmart's Corporate Blog.
The company also announced a Private Fleet Development Program which will help existing Walmart associates with opportunities to drive with the company.
Over the course of the new 12-week program, supply chain associates in the Texas and Delaware areas earned their commercial driver’s license (CDL) and became full-fledged Private Fleet Walmart drivers.
To be eligible to drive for Walmart, those who apply must have:
- An Interstate (Class A) Commercial Driver's License with Hazmat endorsement (including cleared background check) or will obtain HAZMAT endorsement (with cleared background check) within 120 calendar days of date of hire.
- A minimum of 30 months experience working in a full-time Class A tractor/trailer driving position in the previous 4 years.
- No more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
- No serious traffic violations while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
- No DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless driving involving alcohol/drugs convictions within the last ten (10) years.
- No preventable accidents* while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
- No preventable* DOT recordable accidents (collisions resulting in disabling damage and/or immediate medical treatment away from the scene) while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last ten (10) years.
- No preventable accidents* resulting in a fatality or catastrophic injury in driving history (commercial motor vehicle).
For more information about the program and to apply, visit drive4walmart.com.
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WASHINGTON — As Tax Day approaches, the IRS is reminding filers about the most common reasons for why it may take longer than expected to get their refunds.
The IRS has repeatedly said most federal refunds are issued within three weeks for those who file electronically and choose direct deposit.
But the agency stressed Thursday that some payments may take longer than 21 days and "taxpayers shouldn't rely on getting a refund by a certain date."
The Internal Revenue Service said Thursday one reason is that "some returns have errors or need more review and may take longer to process."
What can delay getting your tax refund?
The IRS is urging filers to double-check their taxes before submitting them, because any issues could delay them being filed.
Specifically, delays can happen if the return has errors, is incomplete, or if the filer is affected by identity theft or fraud.
It's also possible for a return to get delayed if the 2021 child tax credit or recovery rebate credit aren't accounted for.
RELATED: Yes, you need to claim the child tax credit on your 2021 return, even if you got advance payments
Other, more niche claims on a tax return could impact the return date as well.
Despite this year's tax season starting on Jan. 24, earlier than usual, the "great resignation" of employees across the U.S. has left the IRS with a shortage of workers. At the start of tax season, around 200 open positions were listed on the IRS recruiting website. That number remains about the same as of April 7.
Tony Reardon, president of the National Treasury Employees Union that represents IRS workers, said the agency “has a hard time recruiting because they’re up against Burger King or McDonald’s,” which offer similar pay without requiring workers to “deal with confusing rules and regulations.”
How can I track my tax return?
To check the status of your tax refund, you can use the IRS Where's My Refund? tool. The online portal becomes available 24 hours after a return is filed electronically. Anybody who filed paper forms should wait up to four weeks before checking the online tool.
If you filed electronically and haven't heard anything in at least 21 days or filed by mail and it's been at least six weeks, IRS representatives on the phone or at Taxpayer Assistance Centers can help research your refund status.
Representatives at various taxpayer assistance centers can be contacted after these time periods elapse, and numbers for the call centers are available in the Where's My Refund? portal.
When is the tax deadline? When is tax day?
The usual deadline to file your taxes is April 15, but it's pushed back when it falls on a weekend or holiday.
So this year, Tax Day is actually Monday, April 18.
That's because Emancipation Day, April 16, falls on a Saturday, so it's being observed in Washington, D.C., on April 15 this year. Because April 15 is a legal holiday in D.C., the tax return deadline can't be then.
While the Monday due date might give you a sigh of relief, it doesn't mean to wait.
The IRS says it is still working through tax forms from 2020, when they processed more than 240 million returns. Experts expect the delays this year to stretch for weeks, if not months, for many Americans.
That is especially true for those who file at the last minute, because those returns typically get processed last.
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WASHINGTON — Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed Thursday by the Senate to serve as the next associate justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, becoming the first Black woman to do so.
But the 51-year-old won't be joining any of the court's cases for a few more months. That's because the seat Jackson is set to take over won't open until June or July.
When Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement, he said he will officially step done at the end of the court's current term, which usually closes in late June or early July. It is only then that Jackson will officially be sworn in by another member of the court.
So, it could be about three months between Jackson's confirmation and her swearing. But once Breyer officially retires, the gap before she joins the court should be relatively short and normal. While lengthy court vacancies have become more rare over the last few decades, Republicans famously refused to give Barack Obama's nominee a hearing in 2016.
For instance, the turnaround time between the death of the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the swearing in of Amy Coney Barrett, the most recent justice to be appointed, was only 39 days. Republicans were eager to appoint former President Donald Trump's nominee given that the 2020 presidential election was just weeks away, and the White House organized a swearing-in ceremony the same day of her confirmation on Oct. 27, 2020.
Justice Brett Kavanaugh was also sworn-in on the same day he was confirmed by the Senate on Oct. 6, 2018. That meant there was a vacancy on the court for just 67 days after former Justice Anthony Kennedy retired on July 31, 2018.
But Republicans are also responsible for the most recent long-term SCOTUS vacancy. After the sudden death of the late Antonin Scalia in Feb. 2016, then-Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refused to hold confirmation hearings for Obama's nominee, current Attorney General Merrick Garland.
It was only after Trump became president and nominated Neil Gorsuch that the vacancy ended, 422 days after Scalia's death.
The longest vacancy on the Supreme Court lasted between 1844 and 1866, during which time three nominees were rejected by the Senate.
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Another day, another transfer portal commit for Arkansas men's basketball.
Thursday, the Razorbacks landed their fourth transfer of the cycle in Arizona State forward Jalen Graham. Graham took to Twitter to share the news.
The 6-foot-9 junior from Phoenix, Arizona was a 2nd team All Pac-12 selection last season after averaging 9.9 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, while adding 0.9 blocks per contest.
Graham showed in his time in Tempe that he can get up and throw it down.
Graham joins the Hogs just a day after the team landed twin brothers Makhi and Makhel Mitchell from Rhode Island. Arkansas' first transfer commit of the cycle was forward Trevon Brazile from Missouri.
Height has been an emphasis in the transfer portal this time around for the Razorbacks, with all four commits standing at at least 6-foot-9, with Makhel Mitchell checking in at 6-footo-10.
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DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. (WANE)–A driver ran off after a fiery crash in northern DeKalb County Thursday morning.
At 8:15 a.m., the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the fiery crash at the intersection of US Highway 6 and Country Road 19.
According to the DeKalb County Sherriff’s Department, Alan Northrup, 60, of Ashley, Indiana was struck while driving westbound on U.S highway 6.
As Northrup passed through the intersection of U.S highway 6 and Country Road 19, a Buick RLS traveling north on Country Road 19 failed to yield at the intersection and struck Northrup on the driver side door of his Ford F350.
The Buick RLS then caught on fire and the unidentified driver fled the scene.
Both vehicles were totaled. No injuries were reported. According to the DeKalb County Sherriff’s Department, the crash is still under investigation.
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BROWNSBURG — The Brownsburg Fire Department is introducing a new drone to their department, but, it does way more than you think.
Steve Jones, Fire Marshal with Brownsburg Fire Territory proposed the idea of purchasing a large drone for the betterment of the community. “We bought the drone because we wanted to give the absolute best technology to our firefighters and community that we can do the best job with,” said Jones. The department decided to purchase a drone in which they knew would be able to further protect their community while providing an aircraft in the public safety realm.
All of the aspects of the technology come together to support the department’s Community Risk Reduction. “The drone program will help facilitate and expedite recovery of lost people, identify a location we might start to attack a fire, and identify the precise location of that fire,” said Brownsburg Fire Department’s Public Information Officer Danny Brock. “The purpose of Community Risk Reduction is to be able to get ahead of the emergency situation, however, if the department cannot get ahead, the drone is there to be a tool to facilitate and expedite the resolution of the situation.”
With the drone’s technology, Brownsburg FD Fire Marshals are able to utilize thermal imaging to determine heat levels of a fire scene, track possible lost individuals, follow police chases, provide latitude and longitude locations, includes a spotlight that is 10,000 lumens, carry life preserves and other equipment, and provide battalion chiefs instant live footage of what the drone is viewing in real-time through, just to name a few.
“For example, if we had a tornado come through Brownsburg, we could send this drone out and quickly assess how many buildings are damaged or how many people may be affected and the battalion chief, in his own vehicle, can control the camera and see what he needs to see.”
The first week that the department implemented the drone into their everyday duties quickly. There was a fire that occurred at a construction site in which Jones was able to utilize the drone to give the battalion chief thermal imaging of the extent of the fire and just how useful the hose lines were at the time. “With the thermal imaging he could see further into the building and could see that we needed to get additional hose lines and so we were able to call up those resources,” said Jones.
Brownsburg Fire Department is very thankful to be able to bring this technology to its community for its continued protection.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Pacers Sports & Entertainment, through its subsidiary Plaza Entertainment, LLC, has unveiled a plan to construct a $20 million, two-story bar/restaurant/event center next door to Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The proposal will be examined during a public hearing before the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission next month.
During the preliminary review Wednesday, commissioner Susan Williams voiced her support for the proposed Bicentennial Unity Plaza Entertainment Complex.
“I’m excited abut this. I love the architecture, I love the way it relates to the plaza, I love what it does on Delaware Street.”
The proposed building would fill a vacant lot in the 100 block of South Delaware Street and border the Fieldhouse Plaza, which is under construction and will be nestled between Gainbridge and Maryland Street.
The commission approved a pair of sculptures for the plaza: an arched structure to be located near the basketball court/ice rink and a sphere to include interactive video images for visitors closer to Pennsylvania Street.
While one commissioner had reservations about the lack of historical appearance of the proposed building in the Wholesale District, Justin Myers of Ratio Architects explained the event center will have a contemporary feel that will blend in with the Fieldhouse and another building owned by PSE at 147 East Maryland Street.
“The rhythm on the street, in my opinion, is what people are going to experience in a lot of ways,” said Myers.
Across the street from Gainbridge, at Sauce on the Side, owner Kels Watson anticipates more potential customers visiting downtown year-round.
“We have those high days, and we have those low days, so we need more opportunities to get people back down here, especially since we have this summer of nothing coming up here really quick,” he said. “It’s not just waiting for the Pacers to play, it’s not just waiting for that concert to come around, you have the possibility of 365 days of community down here, events going down here.”
Watson launched his calzone restaurant two months before the pandemic shutdown of 2020. He’s hopeful more visitors will mean more business and an excuse to hire more employees.
“Might be a little bit of competition, but competition is good. More people down here gives us more opportunities to get our name out there,” said Watson, his apron covered with flour from making lunch in the restaurant’s kitchen. “In three years, I just envision having activities on a day-to-day basis. People have a nice community area to go to, whether it’s to just hang out, go see an event, from what we’ve heard maybe it’s outdoor music, ice skating, year-round activities would be great.”
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, owned by the Capital Improvement Board, is currently undergoing a $360 million renovation, of which PSE has contributed $65 million.
Fieldhouse Plaza is funded by a $28.5 million grant from the Lilly Foundation.
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DETROIT (AP) — Toyota customers soon won’t be able to get U.S. federal tax credits for buying electric or hybrid vehicles.
The automaker expects that sometime before the end of June it will reach a 200,000-vehicle cap on the credits, Bob Carter, Toyota’s head of North American sales, said Wednesday. After that, the credits will be phased out over the next year, reaching zero, as Tesla and General Motors already have.
The lack of credits is problematic for automakers shifting from petroleum-powered vehicles to batteries in the effort to reduce emissions, meet government fuel-economy standards and fight climate change. Nissan is about 30,000 vehicles away from reaching the cap, and others will follow as more EVs are introduced.
Tesla, the top seller of electric vehicles in the world, and GM already are at a price disadvantage to other automakers without the credits, and Toyota soon will be. Additional EV tax credits are in the Build Back Better spending bill backed by President Joe Biden, which is stalled in Congress.
Toyota reached the cap largely by selling plug-in gas-electric hybrid vehicles. The company’s plug-in RAV4 Prime small SUV with 42 miles of electric range earns the buyer a $7,500 credit, the largest available. The Prius Prime plug-in, with 25 miles of electric range, gets $4,500. Toyota previously had offered a fully electric RAV4, but it didn’t sell well and was canceled. It’s rolling out a fully electric model called the bZ4X with 250 miles per charge, this summer.
The Build Back Better bill would give EV buyers a $7,500 tax credit through 2026 to charge up sales. But the following year, only electric vehicles made in the U.S. would qualify for the credit. And the base credit rises by $4,500 if the vehicle is made at a U.S. plant that runs under a union-negotiated collective bargaining agreement. Only GM, Ford and Stellantis vehicles would qualify.
Carter, on a conference call with reporters, said Toyota lobbied against the additional credit only for union plants, calling it unfair to nonunion workers. “It just needs to be a level playing field,” Carter said. “We are not anti-EV credits.”
Democrats backing the credits for EVs made by the United Auto Workers say supporting union jobs is good for the economy and communities because unions helped to build the middle class.
GM CEO Mary Barra has said automakers that offered electric vehicles early should not be placed at a disadvantage.
Restoring the credits is “a question that congress really needs to resolve,” Carter said.
Toyota plans to offer 30 fully electric vehicles from its Lexus and Toyota brands by 2030.
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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The spread of a bird flu that is deadly to poultry raises the grisly question of how farms manage to quickly kill and dispose of millions of chickens and turkeys.
It’s a chore that farms across the country are increasingly facing as the number of poultry killed in the past two months has climbed to more than 24 million, with outbreaks reported nearly every day. Some farms have had to kill more than 5 million chickens at a single site with a goal of destroying the birds within 24 hours to limit the spread of the disease and prevent animals from suffering.
“The faster we can get on site and depopulate the birds that remain on site, the better,” Minnesota State Veterinarian Beth Thompson said.
The outbreak is the biggest since 2015, when producers had to kill more than 50 million birds. So far this year, there have been cases in 24 states, with Iowa the hardest hit with about 13 million chickens and turkeys killed. Other states with sizable outbreaks include Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota and Indiana.
Farms faced with the need to kill so many birds turn to recommendations by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Even as it has developed methods to kill the poultry quickly, the association acknowledges its techniques “may not guarantee that the deaths the animals face are painless and distress free.” Veterinarians and U.S. Department of Agriculture officials also typically oversee the process.
One of the preferred methods is to spray water-based firefighting foam over birds as they roam around the ground inside a barn. That foam kills the animals by cutting off their air supply.
When foam won’t work because birds are in cages above the ground or it’s too cold, the USDA recommends sealing up barns and piping carbon dioxide inside, first rendering the birds unconscious and ultimately killing them.
If one those methods won’t work because equipment or workers aren’t available, or when the size of a flock is too large, the association said a last resort is a technique called ventilation shutdown. In that scenario, farmers stop airflow into barns, which raises temperatures to levels at which the animals die. The USDA and the veterinary association recommend that farmers add additional heat or carbon dioxide to barns to speed up the process and limit suffering by the animals.
Mike Stepien, a spokesman for the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, said the techniques are the best options when it’s necessary to quickly kill so many birds.
“State animal health officials and producers carefully weigh the different options to determine the best option for humane depopulation and do not make such decisions lightly,” Stepien said.
Not everyone agrees.
Animal welfare groups argue that all these methods for quickly killing birds are inhumane, though they are particularly opposed to ventilation shutdown, which they note can take hours and is akin to leaving a dog in a hot car. Animal rights groups delivered a petition last year signed by 3,577 people involved in caring for animals, including nearly 1,600 veterinarians, that urged the veterinary association to stop recommending ventilation shutdown as an option.
“We have to do better. None of these are acceptable in any way,” said Sara Shields, director of farm animal welfare science at Humane Society International.
Opponents of the standard techniques said firefighting foam uses harmful chemicals and it essentially drowns birds, causing chickens and turkeys to suffer convulsions and cardiac arrest as they die. They say carbon dioxide is painful to inhale and detectible by the birds, prompting them to try to flee the gas.
Karen Davis, of the nonprofit group United Poultry Concerns, urged the veterinary association to stop recommending all of its three main options.
“They’re all ways that I would not choose to die, and I would not choose anybody else to die regardless of what species they belong to,” Davis said.
Shields said there are more humane alternatives, such as using nitrogen gas but those options tend to be more expensive and could have logistical challenges.
Sam Krouse, vice president of Indiana-based MPS Egg Farms, said farmers feel miserable about using any of the options.
“We pour our lives and livelihoods into taking care of those birds, and it’s just devastating when we lose any of those birds,” Krouse said. “Everything that we’re doing every day is focused on keeping the disease out and making sure that we’re keeping our hens as safe as possible.”
Officials emphasize that this virus that’s spread primarily through the droppings of infected wild birds doesn’t threaten food safety or represent a significant public health threat. Sick birds aren’t allowed into the food supply and properly cooking poultry and eggs kills any viruses that might be present. And health officials say no human cases of bird flu have been found in the United States during this current outbreak.
Once poultry are dead, farmers must quickly dispose of the birds. They usually don’t want to risk the chance of spreading the virus by transporting the carcasses to landfills, so crews typically pile the birds up into huge rows inside barns and combine them with other materials, such as ground up corn stalks and sawdust to create a compost pile.
After a couple weeks of decomposition, the carcasses are converted into a material that can be spread on cropland to help fertilize crops. In some cases, carcasses are buried in trenches on the farm or incinerated.
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Which comb is best for curly hair?
Curly hair tangles easily, and detangling your curls with any comb or brush can cause damage and breakage. Wide-tooth combs designed to detangle and style curly, coiled or kinky hair allow your strands to move freely through the teeth while preserving your curl pattern.
Thick curls can put pressure on your styling tools, especially when you’re attacking knots and snarls, so be sure to pick a durable comb with thick teeth set far apart. For detangling in the shower, Briogeo Wide Tooth Detangling Comb is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a comb for curly hair
Uses
Combs for curly hair can be used on dry or wet curls to style or detangle hair. Detangling works best on wet hair, so be sure your comb is waterproof before taking it into the shower. For the frictionless detangling, use a detangling spray or conditioner to soften your strands so that the comb can slide more easily. Detanglers are specialty combs designed to help remove knots and snarls, but most wide-tooth combs for curly hair work well to detangle.
Synthetic materials
Combs for curly hair are made from a variety of materials. Plastic combs are the most affordable and widely available. The material is waterproof, so plastic combs can be used while in the shower. However, their durability can vary. Cellulose acetate combs often come in faux tortoiseshell designs and are also waterproof. They are more costly than plastic but usually offer higher durability and flexibility.
Natural materials
Metal combs aren’t as common as plastic ones, but you can find select metal wide-tooth combs that will smoothly remove knots from curly hair. Rubber combs for curly hair are made from hard rubber and are very durable. They also don’t create static in the hair or scratch the scalp. Wood combs are popular for curly hair because they typically feature wide teeth. While they’re not recommended for use in the shower, using a wood comb on dry curls helps distribute your natural hair oils to promote healthy, shiny hair. You can also find select jade wide-tooth combs, which offer scalp-massaging properties.
Size
Combs for curly hair range in length from pocket size (starting under 3 inches in length) to full size (typically around 9 inches in length). If you travel often, consider a smaller comb under 5 inches. If you have long curly hair, a larger comb may be necessary to tame your locks. Keep in mind that if a comb has a handle, only a portion of its length contains teeth.
Handle
Combs for curly hair come with and without a handle. Some consumers find more control using a comb with a handle, while others find it easier to use a comb with a hand-held design. Many handles come with hooks or holes for hanging for added convenience if you detangle your hair in the shower. Look for a comb with an ergonomic handle to keep it from slipping out of wet hands. For travel and carrying in your purse or bag, a comb without a handle is more portable.
What to look for in a quality comb for curly hair
Teeth width
What distinguishes a comb for curly hair from a regular comb is its teeth. Combs for curly hair feature not only wider teeth but also wider gaps between teeth. Experiment with the right ratio for your curl type. Some consumers also prefer longer teeth that picks and some rake-style combs offer.
Pointed vs. rounded teeth
Combs for curly hair can have pointed, tapered or rounded teeth. Pointed teeth can target knots and snarls, but they can also scratch the scalp. Rounded or tapered teeth move through the hair smoother but may not be as effective on tangles.
Oil-infused
Curly hair needs extra hydration. Select combs for curly hair offer oil-infused teeth that distribute natural oils, such as coconut or keratin oil, onto your hair without leaving residue on your hands. For styling in a hurry, oil-infused combs can eliminate the need for extra styling products like a hair oil.
How much you can expect to spend on a comb for curly hair
Combs for curly hair cost as little as $4 for a plastic detangling comb and can cost upward of $50 for a specialty jade or cellulose acetate comb. Expect to pay between $7-$25 for a quality plastic, wood, rubber or cellulose acetate comb.
Curly hair FAQ
Should I use a comb or a brush on my curly hair?
A. If your curly hair is long or thick, it’s best to use a strong, wide-tooth comb before you brush your hair to get out as many knots and snarls as possible. Brushes have closer set bristles than combs for curly hair, so a comb is always your first line of defense. Plus, brushes not designed for curly hair can disrupt curl patterns.
Why does my curly hair get so knotted?
A. Curly hair is more prone to knots because the strands are curvy and can weave and loop around each other. Curly hair is also more prone to dryness and damage, which is another contributor to knots.
What’s the best comb for curly hair to buy?
Top comb for curly hair
Briogeo Wide Tooth Detangling Comb
What you need to know: A top detangler that glides through wet or dry curly hair.
What you’ll love: This plastic, wide-tooth comb works well to distribute hair masks and conditioner in the shower. The handle of this comb features a hook for easy hanging. It comes in a pretty lavender color.
What you should consider: The teeth are a bit rough around the edges and can scratch the skin.
Where to buy: Sold by Ulta and Kohl’s
Top comb for curly hair for the money
Paul Mitchell Pro Tools Detangler Comb
What you need to know: A large and low-priced comb that will detangle or loosen your curls without ripping or pulling.
What you’ll love: This white comb is made from durable and thick plastic and is perfect for long or curly hair. The wide-set teeth are rounded and gentle on the scalp. It can be used to separate or loosen dry curls as well as detangle wet hair.
What you should consider: This comb is on the larger size at 9.5 inches, which might be too big for some consumers.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Onedor Handmade 100% Natural Green Sandalwood Hair Comb
What you need to know: A natural sandalwood wide-tooth comb that’s static- and snag-resistant.
What you’ll love: The sandalwood carries a distinctive and natural scent. The two-toned comb is elegant and has a smooth finish. When used on dry hair, it won’t snag or damage curls. The material naturally turns green over time for an authentic look.
What you should consider: While this wood comb can be used on wet hair, it’s not recommended to store in the shower because the wood can warp from excessive moisture.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which JBL speakers are best?
The JBL name is synonymous with quality, and whatever your speaker needs are, JBL has you covered. Founded by James B. Lansing over 70 years ago, the company’s reputation has grown steadily throughout the years. You can use JBL speakers to enhance your TV audio, chill out to your favorite tunes in the park or by the pool, or hook up all the rooms in the household with quality sound.
There are a plethora of different speakers available for a variety of needs. The JBL Flip 5, which offers wireless Bluetooth streaming and 12 hours of play time, is an excellent choice for your next gathering.
What to know before you buy a JBL speaker
Type of speaker
The most popular type of JBL speaker and the type they’re widely recognized for is their portable Bluetooth speakers. However, JBL also produces other kinds, such as speakers suitable for home use or party use, smart speakers and speakers that appeal to children. Car speakers are always popular, and even boat speakers are available. Whatever you require your speaker for, JBL has an option for you.
Color
You may prefer plain and traditional black, but JBL speakers often have various color options. You might wish to choose a color that reflects your personality or the occasion by opting for a more vivid color.
Portability
JBL speakers are typically portable and have various transporting options depending on the type of speaker. Smaller speakers may have a strap that allows attachment to a backpack or jacket. There may be a hook that can be used for hanging from a post or a tree, while ’80s boombox lovers may love the handle on the aptly named JBL Boombox.
What to look for in a quality JBL speaker
PartyBoost
The PartyBoost feature found in some JBL speakers allows you to pair any PartyBoost-compatible JBL speakers via Bluetooth. This enhances your audio output and can be a great choice at parties or outdoor events when speakers may be struggling to reach everybody.
Waterproofing
Keep in mind that when speakers say they’re waterproof, this doesn’t mean you can take them scuba diving. Any devices that claim to be waterproof, from JBL speakers to flashlights, are in fact water-resistant. The degree to which they’re water-resistant depends on their IP rating. Many JBL speakers have an IP7 waterproof rating, meaning they can be submerged in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. A higher IP rating means it can be submerged for a longer time at a deeper level. Lower means it’s protected from a short burst of weather, splashing or spray.
Dustproof
As well as being waterproof, some JBL speakers note how dustproof they are. An IP rating also measures dustproofing. For example, when you see an IP rating at IP67, the six is how dustproof it is, and the seven is how waterproof. However, you might see a device that says IPX6 or IPX7; this means that it doesn’t have a dustproof rating (the X), but it does have a waterproof rating (the 6 or 7). These speakers should be taken care of when at the beach, but poolside won’t be a worry.
How much you can expect to spend on a JBL speaker
There’s something for everyone looking to buy a JBL speaker on any budget. They can start as low as $30, with options that appeal to young children. Powerful-sounding party speakers can reach up to $800.
JBL speaker FAQ
Will a Bluetooth speaker get damaged if I leave it plugged in all the time?
A. The components in a Bluetooth speaker allow for it to be permanently plugged in with no damage occurring. Even when fully charged, it’s perfectly safe for the speaker to be powered from a wall socket.
How many hours of play do Bluetooth speaker batteries offer?
A. This depends on the size of the speaker. Smaller and more budget-friendly speakers last reasonably long, at around five hours. Depending on the volume level, bigger and more expensive speakers can last longer; some even last up to 24 hours at a moderate volume.
What’s the best JBL speaker to buy?
Top JBL speaker
What you need to know: This is a well-designed portable speaker featuring a powerful bass to accompany its great sound with a 20-watt output.
What you’ll love: The IPX7 waterproof rating means it can be submerged up to 1 meter for as long as 30 minutes, so it’s perfectly safe at the beach, the pool or even if you get stuck in a spot of rain at an outdoor barbecue. It can be displayed horizontally or vertically. Another cool feature is the PartyBoost pairing. This allows any compatible JBL Bluetooth speaker to pair with it, thus boosting those beats at your party.
What you should consider: Some reviewers complained the battery life didn’t last as long as advertised.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top JBL speaker for the money
What you need to know: This is a budget-friendly compact design with a 4.2-watt output.
What you’ll love: Designed for travel or easy transport, this small speaker doesn’t take up much room in any luggage or day bag. The 4.2-watt output produces enough decibels for room-level audio, and it comes in various fun colors. It has an IP67 rating, meaning it’s sand- and dustproof and can be submerged up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for personal use at the beach.
What you should consider: It’s a small speaker, so it isn’t loud, and the battery life is five hours.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This loud speaker with a strong bass is suitable for outdoor parties or poolside gatherings.
What you’ll love: It’s a larger speaker, inconvenient for travel but portable. It has a classic handle, making it reminiscent of boomboxes popular in the 1980s for those looking for a bit of nostalgia. It weighs in at 13 pounds and is 22 inches long. With an IPX7 rating, this speaker is suitable for anywhere where it might get a splash or two. It has an impressive 24-hour battery life and is PartyBoost-compatible.
What you should consider: It’s on the pricier end of the scale for a JBL speaker.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which black silk robe is best?
Nothing says luxury like silk. Slipping into a silk robe after a bath or at the end of a long day is a sumptuous way to tell your body that you care. Black is a sophisticated color choice for a silk robe, plus it gets bonus points for not showing stains.
You can find both men’s and women’s silk robes in a wide range of styles. For a kimono cut, Ledamon Women’s 100% Silk Kimono Short Robe is a classic style for women.
What to know before you buy a black silk robe
Material
Silk is a luxury fabric made from silkworms. The process of making silk goes back thousands of years and is a time-consuming, labor-intensive process, which is why silk robes are considered a luxury commodity and are pricey. For a lower-cost robe with a lustrous, silky feel, consider a women’s satin robe or a men’s satin robe, which are made of synthetic fibers. Mulberry silk is the highest-quality silk and is smoother and more uniform in color than other pure silks.
Uses
Silk is cool to the touch, which makes a silk robe a great option for warmer seasons or if you run hot. Silk is also thermoregulating, which means when it’s cold out, it’ll keep your body warm, and when it’s warm out, it’ll keep your body cool. Black silk robes can be worn for lounging, dressing or slipping on after bathing. Choose a more revealing black silk robe for a romantic night in or for a special occasion.
Length
Consider how much coverage you want when choosing the length of a black silk robe. Men’s and women’s black silk robes come in a variety of lengths, starting just above the knee to full-length hemlines. Mid-calf and just below the knee are popular lengths for black silk robes. Shorter women’s styles with mid-thigh hemlines also are available.
Sleeves
In addition to the length of a robe, note its sleeve length. Sleeves are generally full-length, extending down to the wrists or three-quarter length, ending just below the elbows. Kimono-style sleeves are wide with continuous sleeves cut in one piece with the rest of the robe. Select black silk robes feature short sleeves.
Sizing
Black silk robes come in men’s and women’s sizing. Women’s sizes run from X-small to X-large. Some brands offer extended sizes up to 3X. Men’s sizes run from small to XX-large. Extended men’s sizing up to 4X is offered by some brands. Be sure to check the manufacturer’s sizing chart for an accurate fit, as sizing isn’t standardized. For instance, a large in one brand can fit like a medium in another.
What to look for in a quality black silk robe
Tie
The majority of black silk robes feature tie-style belts, which allow for an adjustable fit, and the belt is usually made of black silk. Also look for an inside tie, or “modesty tie,” which helps secure the robe closed from the inside.
Trim
More provocative styles of women’s black silk robes feature lace trim in black or white. Some men’s and women’s black silk robes feature white piping.
Pockets
Pockets are a non-negotiable for many robe wearers. If this is you, plenty of black silk robes offer front or side pockets.
Machine-washable
Silk is notoriously high-maintenance to clean. Some brands offer machine-washable silk robes, which can be tossed into the washing machine on a delicate or gentle cycle.
How much you can expect to spend on a black silk robe
Black silk robes made of 100% silk range from $100 to upwards of $300.
Black silk robe FAQ
How do I clean my silk robe?
A. The majority of silk robes can be hand washed or dry cleaned. Check the care instructions before you wash your black silk robe at home; some robes are dry clean only. Select silk robes are machine-washable, though it’s recommended to wash them on a gentle or delicate cycle in cold water. Always air dry silk and out of direct sunlight, since it can fade the black.
Are silk robes hypoallergenic?
A. For wearers with sensitive skin, choose a mulberry silk robe, which is naturally hypoallergenic. It contains a protein called sericin that reduces the chances of an allergic reaction. Also look for a robe that’s OEKO-TEX certified, meaning the material is free of harmful chemicals commonly used in textile production.
What’s the best black silk robe to buy?
Top black silk robe
Ledamon Women’s 100% Silk Kimono Short Robe
What you need to know: This is a top-selling silk robe that comes with tastefully printed artwork complementing the kimono style.
What you’ll love: The 100% pure silk material is soft and light to wear. The material is high-quality for the price point. The robe fits well and is the perfect length for many wearers, hitting just below the knees.
What you should consider: This robe doesn’t have pockets and is dry clean only.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top black silk robe for the money
Fishers Finery Women’s 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Mid-Length Robe with Pockets
What you need to know: Try this lower-cost women’s black silk robe made from mulberry silk.
What you’ll love: This robe is made from 100% mulberry silk, which is typically used in robes twice its cost. It features functional pockets. This short, thin robe is perfect for warm seasons.
What you should consider: Some consumers find the elastic waistband in the back unflattering.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This men’s style black silk robe features classy white piping.
What you’ll love: This 100% silk robe will keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The quality is great and this robe is well-made. The black color is rich and the feel is soft and comfortable.
What you should consider: The fit is snug, especially if you have a belly, so you’ll need to size up. Sizing only goes up to XL.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which tricycle for 2-year-olds is best?
As the toddler in your life turns 2 years old, they might be ready for their first tricycle. It’s one of those toys that can provide them with a great way to burn off energy and work on coordination to prepare them for the transition to a big-kid bike. If you’re looking for the best tricycle, the Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike is an ideal choice. It is well-constructed, easy to use and adaptable to your child’s needs as they grow, saving you time and money in the long run.
What to know before you buy a tricycle for 2-year-olds
With a tricycle, children get to be in charge of their own mobility on a scale greater than that of crawling or walking. They are able to control direction and speed, developing a new sense of freedom and independence when it comes to motion and play. For very young children, it is especially important to consider specific factors tailored to their age.
Push handle
While all tricycles can be powered by the child’s push pedals, some come with an additional push handle in the back for an adult to operate. This offers an extra level of support and supervision, giving the adult more control. It’s a helpful component for children just starting out who might not have mastered their own coordination just yet.
Straight handlebars vs. curved handlebars
You’ll notice with tricycles and bicycles alike that some have straight handlebars, while others have bent handlebars that curve inward. Flat bars are simple and straightforward, while curved handlebars are more aerodynamic and better for picking up extra speed.
Seat enclosure
These days, some tricycles come with a hooded seat enclosure similar to that which you’d see on a stroller. These hoods protect them from too much sun exposure and are usually removable so you can decide whether you want to use the hood on extra sunny days.
What to look for in a quality tricycle for 2-year-olds
Whether you’re looking for a basic tricycle or one with advanced features and add-ons, it’s important to consider durability and functionality. You want something that will give you peace of mind and be fun for a 2-year-old.
Extra safety features
Safety is the number one concern when it comes to any children’s toy. As you compare tricycles, look at which safety features are highlighted. While a seat belt is dangerous on a bicycle, it can benefit a tricycle with a push handle as it will prevent the child from falling with abrupt stops. If a 2-year-old is still struggling with balance, then a tricycle with a seat back or guardrail can help them stay safe and build confidence.
Adaptability
When you buy something for a growing child you want to get the best use out of it as you can before they outgrow it. This means that toys that are capable of adapting and changing as your child grows offer the best bang for your buck. Helpful adaptable features include a removable push bar, adjustable handlebar and seat heights, a removable hood and storage capabilities.
Portability
Whether your child is going for a ride in the driveway or at the park, you want something compact and portable that isn’t too heavy to carry around and that will fit in the trunk of a car. Some tricycles fold up, making transport easy, but if yours doesn’t then it should at least be easy enough for an adult to move around without difficulty.
How much you can expect to spend on a tricycle for 2-year-olds
A standard tricycle for this age group usually costs $45-$80. Some tricycles with additional features can cost $80-$150.
Tricycle for 2-year-olds FAQ
Is a plastic or metal frame better?
A. While plastic can be cheaper and more lightweight, metal is sturdier and less likely to crack or break.
Is a Big Wheel a tricycle?
A. A Big Wheel is a brand of tricycle and trademarked, though the term is used widely today as a synonym for a specific tricycle style. It’s most known for being low to the ground with a very large front wheel.
What is a balance bike and how is it different?
A. A balance bike is built like a tricycle but without pedals. It is propelled forward by feet. Some tricycles have removable pedals so a child can start out on a balance bike and transition into a tricycle as they become more confident.
What’s the best tricycle for 2-year-olds to buy?
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds
Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike
What you need to know: This tricycle has an aluminum frame and is designed for children 2-5 years old and holds up to 40 pounds.
What you’ll love: It adapts as the child grows, operating as a balance bike, push trike and standard tricycle. It comes in three colors and is very sturdy, providing a smooth and even ride.
What you should consider: It’s difficult to assemble. Shorter children might have trouble reaching the pedals.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds for the money
Radio Flyer Classic Tricycle with Push Handle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children ages 2-4 years old and holds up to 42.5 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got that classic Radio Flyer look in red with rubber spoked wheel tires. The push handle adjusts to three positions and is removable. The height of the seat and the height of the handlebars are adjustable.
What you should consider: Assembly is a challenge and the box sometimes arrives with missing parts.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Baby Joy 7-in-1 Folding Toddler Tricycle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children 18 months to 5 years old and holds up to 55 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got plenty of adjustable features to accommodate you and your child, including a detachable and adjustable push handle, canopy hood, guardrail and footrest that comes in two sizes. It has a safety harness, brakes and a storage bag in the back. It folds up for easy transport and comes in three colors.
What you should consider: It can be difficult to assemble and adjust. Pushing it isn’t always easy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which Fenty Beauty skin care products are best?
After Fenty Beauty’s successful makeup launch, it didn’t take long for Rihanna to announce her newest venture: Fenty Skin. As expected, the highly anticipated celebrity skin care line sold out in minutes.
Fenty Skin has continued to develop new products and currently features an array of options from moisturizers to SPF to body scrub. If you’re curious about the best Fenty Beauty skin care, Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is one of the top choices. It is a two-in-one product, so it will save you time and money.
What to know before you buy Fenty Beauty skin care products
What’s unique about Fenty Beauty skin care products?
Earth-conscious
Fenty skin prides itself on being earth-conscious and participating in the reduce, reuse, recycle movement. To reduce, they’re eliminating excess packaging. For reuse, Fenty has a few refillable products. And finally, Fenty is ensuring the boxes they do use are recyclable.
Globally sourced clean ingredients
Globally sourced ingredients are important to Rihanna, who wants to ensure the best ingredients are represented from around the world. A few ingredients common in Fenty Skin products are Barbados cherry, Australian lemon myrtle, Kalahari melon, Japanese raisin tree and ginkgo biloba. Fenty also uses clean ingredients.
Neutral packaging and products
Fenty is passionate about ensuring that all products are made for all people, regardless of gender, race or skin type. The brand uses gender-neutral packaging, and the majority of its products are recommended for all skin types.
Types of skin care products
- Cleanser: Washing your face at the end of the day is vital to healthy skin. Some people choose to double cleanse using an oil or balm cleanser first, while others just use a cream or foam cleanser.
- Toner: While toner has gotten a bad rap for being drying, toner has evolved to include a variety of toners, including moisturizing, exfoliating and cleansing options.
- Serum: There are an abundance of serums on the market that do anything from brightening to hydrating to fighting wrinkles.
- Moisturizer: Even if you have oily skin, moisturizer is an ideal way to lock in other ingredients and keep your skin hydrated.
- SPF: Using an SPF every single day is vital to protecting your skin and reducing the signs of aging.
What to look for in a quality Fenty Beauty skin care product
Size
Fenty Skin and many other skin care brands offer products in a variety of sizes, from mini to travel to full-size. However, even full-size differs from one product to the next. To be sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck, be sure to take note of the fluid ounces and not just the size of the package.
Ingredients
Looking at ingredients is an ideal way to determine how a product will help your skin and if there are any potentially irritating ingredients. For example, fragrance can cause rashes on some skin types, while others love using a delicious-smelling product.
Skin type
Not every skin care product is going to work for every skin type. Knowing your skin type is the first step. The main skin types are oily, combination, normal and dry. One product that differs greatly depending on skin type is moisturizer. Oily skin types may only need a light moisturizer or no moisturizer, while those with dry skin will appreciate a thick formula.
How much you can expect to spend on Fenty Beauty skin care products
Fenty Beauty skin care products start around $14 for miniature sizes and can cost up to $70 for bundles or sets.
Fenty Beauty skin care product FAQ
Is Fenty Beauty skin care good for sensitive skin?
A. No. All Fenty Skin products currently contain fragrance, which is not recommended for sensitive skin, including acne-, rosacea- and eczema-prone skin. Those with sensitive skin can develop contact dermatitis or rashes from some fragrance.
Are Fenty Beauty skin care products vegan?
A. Yes. Fenty Skin prides itself on using quality, clean ingredients that follow the European Union’s high standards, which bans 1,400 ingredients. All Fenty Skin products are also gluten-free.
What’s the best Fenty Beauty skin care product to buy?
Top Fenty Beauty skin care
Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
What you need to know: As a two-in-one product, this SPF moisturizer will save you time and money.
What you’ll love: Since it’s oil-free and noncomedogenic, this duo product is ideal for acne-prone skin. In addition to moisturizing and protecting your skin from the sun, it also targets dark spots with niacinamide.
What you should consider: Since it’s a moisturizer and SPF combo, it’s not ideal to use as a nighttime moisturizer.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora and Kohl’s
Top Fenty Beauty skin care product for the money
Fenty Skin Total Cleans’r Makeup Removing Cleanser
What you need to know: This gentle cleanser transforms from a cream to a lather and is thorough enough to remove makeup.
What you’ll love: This cleanser is packed full of quality ingredients like Barbados cherry, ginkgo biloba and green tea. It’s designed to replace the double cleanse without stripping or drying out the skin.
What you should consider: The cleanser is a thick formula, and the squeeze tube hole is small, making it challenging to press out the product.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora and Kohl’s
Worth checking out
Fenty Skin Fat Water Pore-Refining Toner Serum
What you need to know: Those looking to simplify their routine without sacrificing quality ingredients will appreciate this two-in-one toner and serum combo.
What you’ll love: This product features quality ingredients designed to target pores, improve the look of dark spots, brighten, smooth and fight shine. It’s also cruelty-free, gluten-free and vegan.
What you should consider: This product has a heavy fragrance that is not ideal for all skin types.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora and Kohl’s
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The Miami Heat will be without veteran power forward P.J. Tucker for the final two games of the regular season, and potentially longer.
An MRI revealed a calf strain that the team said will have Tucker sidelined for at least a week. The Heat close out the regular season with games Friday night against the Atlanta Hawks at FTX Arena and Sunday on the road against the Orlando Magic. The playoffs then begin the weekend of April 16-17.
Tucker, 36, has been a staple of the Heat starting lineup, starting in 70 of his 71 appearances. Signed in the offseason to a two-year contract that includes a player option for next season, the 6-foot-5 veteran has helped space the floor with his corner 3-pointers and anchor the defense with his ability to defend opposing power forwards, as well as perimeter scorers.
In the absence of Tucker, the Heat options at the position include Caleb Martin and Markieff Morris, who had fallen out of the rotation after returning from a 58-game absence due to whiplash. Morris started in place of Tucker in Sunday night’s road victory over the Toronto Raptors, when Tucker was given the night off. Martin started that game in place of Jimmy Butler, who also was given that night off.
Tucker was injured during the third-quarter of Tuesday night’s victory over the visiting Charlotte Hornets, limping to the locker room.
Assistant Chris Quinn, who has been filling in while coach Erik Spoelstra has been sidelined due to NBA health-and-safety protocols, said getting Tucker healthy is the priority.
“Obviously the big picture with Tuck and his health, him a big part of what we do defensively, especially,” Quinn said, “but also offensively him being so selfless, he’s always playing for the team. He doesn’t always care about how many shots he’s getting, which is a big factor on our team.
“So obviously we’ll miss him these last couple of games, but going forward it’s more important that he get healthy.”
The decision on a replacement could come down to whether the Heat seek the speed that Martin can offer or the physicality and toughness of Morris.
“It’s what we’ve dealt with a lot of the season, guys in and out,” Quinn said, “and people asked to play different roles, depending on the game and the week. Caleb obviously brings more speed. He’s had a great year, really proved himself. And then ‘Keif brings another veteran presence, physicality, size.
“So both of those guys have done well when they’ve gotten opportunities to play. And we’ll continue to rely on them without Tuck.”
Also missing from Thursday’s practice was rookie center Omer Yurtseven, due to illness. The team said Yurtseven was tested for COVID, with those results coming back negative.
Of filling in for Spoelstra for a fifth consecutive day, including coaching the team to victories over the Raptors and Hornets, Quinn said Thursday, “Like anything else, the more you do something, the more comfortable you get.”
Play-in schedule
The NBA has announced the scheduling for the play-in tournament, scheduling that likely will leave the Heat with a considerable wait before learning their first-round playoff opponent.
The NBA announced that the East No. 7 seed from the regular season will host the No. 8 seed on Tuesday, with the winner securing the No. 7 seed and facing the No. 2 seed.
The No. 9 seed will host the No. 10 seed on Wednesday, with the winner of that game playing Friday at the loser of game between Nos. 7-8, to determine the No. 8 seed and right to face the No. 1 seed.
The timing almost assures that the Heat’s playoff opener at FTX Arena will be April 17.
Injury report
In addition to Tucker being out, the Heat have listed six players as questionable for Friday night against the Hawks: Dewayne Dedmon (ankle), Haywood Highsmith (hip), Martin (calf), Morris (hip), Gabe Vincent (toe) and Yurtseven (non-Covid illness).
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By MARY CLARE JALONICK and MARK SHERMAN
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on Thursday, shattering a historic barrier by securing her place as the first Black female justice and giving President Joe Biden a bipartisan endorsement for his effort to diversify the high court.
Cheers rang out in the Senate chamber as Jackson, a 51 year-old appeals court judge with nine years experience on the federal bench, was confirmed 53-47, mostly along party lines but with three Republican votes. Presiding and emotionally announcing the vote was Vice President Kamala Harris, also the first Black woman to reach her high office.
“This is a wonderful day, a joyous day, an inspiring day — for the Senate, for the Supreme Court and for the United States of America,” exulted Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. The Senate’s upper galleries were almost full for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic two years ago, and about a dozen House members, part of the the Congressional Black caucus, stood at the back of the chamber.
“We’re making history,” declared Rep. Marilyn Strickland of Washington state.
Harris, who paused with emotion as she read the vote, said as she left the Capitol that she was “overjoyed, deeply moved.”
Jackson will take her seat when Justice Stephen Breyer retires this summer, solidifying the liberal wing of the 6-3 conservative-dominated court. She joined Biden at the White House to watch the vote, embracing as it came in.
During the four days of Senate hearings last month, Jackson spoke of her parents’ struggles through racial segregation and said her “path was clearer” than theirs as a Black American after the enactment of civil rights laws. She attended Harvard University, served as a public defender, worked at a private law firm and was appointed as a member of the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
She told senators she would apply the law “without fear or favor,” and pushed back on Republican attempts to portray her as too lenient on criminals she had sentenced.
Jackson will be just the third Black justice, after Thurgood Marshall and Clarence Thomas, and the sixth woman. She will join three other women, Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan Amy Coney Barrett – meaning that four of the nine justices will be women for the first time in history.
Her eventual elevation to the court will be a respite for Democrats who fought three bruising battles over former President Donald Trump’s nominees and watched Republicans cement a conservative majority in the final days of Trump’s term with Barrett’s confirmation. While Jackson won’t change the balance, she will secure a legacy on the court for Biden and fulfill his 2020 campaign pledge to nominate the first Black female justice.
“This is a tremendously historic day in the White House and in the country,” said White House press secretary Jen Psaki after the vote. “And this is a fulfillment of a promise the president made to the country.”
Despite the efforts to tarnish her record, Jackson eventually won three GOP votes. The final tally was far from the overwhelming bipartisan confirmations for Breyer and other justices in decades past, but it was still a significant bipartisan accomplishment for Biden in the 50-50 split Senate after GOP senators aggressively worked to paint Jackson as too liberal and soft on crime.
Statements from Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Mitt Romney of Utah all said the same thing — they might not always agree with Jackson, but they found her to be enormously well qualified for the job. Collins and Murkowski both decried increasingly partisan confirmation fights, which only worsened during the battles over Trump’s three picks. Collins said the process was “broken” and Murkowski called it “corrosive” and “more detached from reality by the year.”
Biden, a veteran of a more bipartisan Senate, said from the day of Breyer’s retirement announcement in January that he wanted support from both parties for his history-making nominee, and he invited Republicans to the White House as he made his decision. It was an attempted reset from Trump’s presidency, when Democrats vociferously opposed the three nominees, and from the end of President Barack Obama’s, when Republicans blocked nominee Merrick Garland from getting a vote.
Once sworn in, Jackson will be the second youngest member of the court after Barrett, 50. She will join a court on which no one is yet 75, the first time that has happened in nearly 30 years.
Jackson’s first term will be marked by cases involving race, both in college admissions and voting rights. She has pledged to sit out the court’s consideration of Harvard’s admissions program since she is a member of its board of overseers. But the court could split off a second case involving a challenge to the University of North Carolina’s admissions process, which might allow her to weigh in on the issue.
Judith Browne Dianis, executive director the Advancement Project, a civil rights organization, said Jackson’s confirmation will make the court more reflective of communities that are most impacted by the judiciary.
“The highest court in the land now will have a firsthand perspective of how the law impacts communities of color — via voting rights, police misconduct, abortion access, housing discrimination or the criminal legal system, among other issues,” she said. “This will ultimately benefit all Americans.”
Republicans spent the confirmation hearings strongly questioning her sentencing record, including the sentences she handed down in child pornography cases, which they argued were too light. Jackson declared that “nothing could be further from the truth” and explained her reasoning in detail. Democrats said she was in line with other judges in her decisions.
The GOP questioning in the Judiciary Committee showed the views of many Republicans, though, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who said in a floor speech Wednesday that Jackson “never got tough once in this area.”
Democrats criticized the Republicans’ questioning.
“You could try and create a straw man here, but it does not hold,” said New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker at the committee’s vote earlier this week. The panel deadlocked on the nomination 11-11, but the Senate voted to discharge it from committee and moved ahead with her confirmation.
In an impassioned moment during the hearings last month, Booker, who is Black, told Jackson that he felt emotional watching her testify. He said he saw “my ancestors and yours” in her image.
“But don’t worry, my sister,” Booker said. “Don’t worry. God has got you. And how do I know that? Because you’re here, and I know what it’s taken for you to sit in that seat.”
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Associated Press writers Lisa Mascaro and Farnoush Amiri in Washington and Aaron Morrison in New York contributed to this report.
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Which farmhouse comforter set is best?
You don’t have to live in a converted farmhouse to achieve the rural, down-home style of farmhouse decor. Many brands offer farmhouse chic goods that you can bring into the comfort of your modern home.
A farmhouse comforter set offers a cozy, charming look for the bedroom. These three-piece sets include a comforter or a duvet cover and two pillowcases, and the aesthetic is simple and vintage. A ruffled bedspread and matching ruffled shams offers a light, airy look, such as the Lush Decor Ruffle Skirt Bedspread 3-Piece Set.
What to know before you buy a farmhouse comforter set
Comforter
Farmhouse comforter sets that include a comforter generally feature a cotton comforter with polyester fill. Compared to down-filled comforters, it’s much easier to clean — it’s machine-washable and can be tumble dried. The comforter has decorative features like traditional stitching, embroidery, textured patterns or stripes. These three-piece sets generally include two matching decorative pillow shams.
Comforter/duvet cover
Farmhouse comforter sets that don’t include a comforter include a duvet or comforter cover instead. This cover is designed to encase and protect your comforter or duvet and is secured closed with buttons, ties or a zipper. These covers come in colors or patterns associated with the farmhouse aesthetic, though they may not be as embellished or textured as sets including comforters. Be sure to buy a set that fits your existing comforter or duvet or purchase one separately.
Bedspread
Select farmhouse comforter sets offer bedspreads instead of comforter covers. Bedspreads are designed to drape over the entire bed and often extend down to the floor. They don’t have any fill but are thicker than a normal sheet. They also offer decorative features like ruffles, elaborate stitching or fringe. They hide comforters, so you don’t need a separate comforter cover if you’re using a bedspread over a comforter or duvet.
Quilt
A farmhouse comforter set that includes a quilt instead of a comforter adds an old-fashioned look to the bed with elaborate stitching, embroidery or a patchwork design. While thinner than a comforter, a quilt still contains some fill and can keep you quite warm at night. You can also layer a quilt over a comforter for extra warmth, which hides the comforter and eliminates the need for a duvet cover.
Pillowcases vs. shams
All farmhouse comforter sets come with a pair of pillowcases or a pair of shams. Shams are more decorative and may include ruffles, stitching or textured patterns matching the comforter, offering a throw pillow aesthetic. Shams often come in standard pillow sizing, but some brands offer queen- or king-size pillow shams, which are longer. Be sure the sham size matches the pillows you want covered. Farmhouse comforter sets that include pillowcases are typically less decorative and fit standard-size pillows and are more appropriate for sleeping on.
What to look for in a quality farmhouse comforter set
Size
Farmhouse comforter sets come in twin, full, queen and king sizes. Many brands offer a full/queen comforter size as well.
Colors
White, light and neutral tones characterize farmhouse decor. Expect comforter sets to come in pale hues with dusty blue, gray, sage green or blush accents.
Patterns
Thin stripes are a popular pattern featured in farmhouse comforter sets. Geometric patterns, like tufted diamond accents, are popular. You can also find delicate floral designs or plain plaid.
Reversible
Reversible comforters are typical of farmhouse comforter sets with patterned or striped comforters, giving you two different stylish looks in one comforter.
OEKO-TEX certified
For a hypoallergenic comforter set, look for one that’s OEKO-TEX certified, meaning it’s free from a host of chemicals typically used in textile manufacturing.
How much you can expect to spend on a farmhouse comforter set
Farmhouse comforter sets range in price from $40-$400. For a well-made queen-size set, expect to pay $70-$140.
Farmhouse comforter set FAQ
If a comforter set includes a duvet cover, can I use it for my comforter?
A. Yes, you can use a duvet cover to encase your comforter. Just be sure the duvet cover and the size of your comforter match. Likewise, you can use a comforter cover to protect your duvet.
Can I put my comforter in the dryer?
A. Most farmhouse comforter sets include comforters that can be tumble-dried on a low setting. It’s recommended to use wool dryer balls to help the fill stay fluffy and dry evenly. Be sure to check the care instructions before laundering your farmhouse comforter at home.
What’s the best farmhouse comforter set to buy?
Top farmhouse comforter set
Lush Decor Ruffle Skirt Bedspread 3-Piece Set
What you need to know: This highly rated farmhouse set includes a traditional bedspread in a plethora of neutral hues to match any bedroom.
What you’ll love: The ruffled bedspread is not too thick, not too thin. The skirt drapes beautifully all the way down to the floor. The shabby chic style elevates any bed frame. Although it says dry clean only, consumers find they can machine-wash the set on a gentle cycle.
What you should consider: Though soft to the touch, the material won’t keep you warm, except on warm summer nights.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top farmhouse comforter for the money
HYPREST Farmhouse Ruffled Duvet Cover Set
What you need to know: For a low-cost option, try this bargain-priced ruffled set that’s a fraction of the price of others.
What you’ll love: The duvet cover comes in attractive farmhouse-approved hues like blush, sage, light gray and white. The fabric is OEKO-TEX certified and machine-washable. Buyers love the duvet’s zipper closure and inside ties to keep your comforter in place.
What you should consider: This low-cost set is made from microfiber, which isn’t as soft as cotton.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Hyde Lane Cotton Farmhouse Comforter Set
What you need to know: This attractive farmhouse comforter set comes in four decorative jacquard designs.
What you’ll love: The cotton comforter is warm but not too heavy, making it perfect for all seasons. The microfiber underside of the comforter is soft enough to use without sheets. The neutral design is clean and simple and comes in a choice of blush, gray, navy or charcoal accents.
What you should consider: The decorative fringe can shed.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Large-scale concerts are back in the Twin Cities in a major way, with a spring and summer filled with arena shows, stadium gigs and outdoor festivals.
No, there won’t be a Basilica Block Party or Music in the Zoo this year. But there’s plenty of other options, from current hitmakers (Eric Church, Justin Bieber) to classic acts (Def Leppard, Motley Crue and Poison, Roger Waters). Keep in mind that some large venues use dynamic pricing, which means ticket prices can vary. Also, the prices noted here do not include VIP packages, which typically run into the hundreds of dollars.
Here’s a look at what’s on tap for the coming months.
Eric Church with Morgan Wallen
June 11: Country star Eric Church is set to play his largest Twin Cities concert to date and to celebrate(?) he’s bringing controversial newcomer Morgan Wallen along for the ride. Over the past decade, North Carolina native Church has been nominated for more than 80 major awards and has won a dozen, including 2020 entertainer of the year at the CMA Awards. He has previously headlined Target Center four times, including a two-night stand in 2019. As for Wallen, his sophomore effort “Dangerous: The Double Album” earned glowing reviews and was the biggest hit of any genre in 2021. But he’s stirred up plenty of controversy, including an arrest for public intoxication and disorderly conduct and having his “Saturday Night Live” debut delayed after he broke COVID-19 protocols. A video showing Wallen using a racial epithet went viral just weeks after the release of “Dangerous,” leading radio stations and streaming services to temporarily drop his music from their platforms. The backlash didn’t affect his record sales and Wallen’s music returned to radio in August with his No. 2 hit “Sand in My Boots.” 6:30 p.m.; U.S. Bank Stadium, 401 Chicago Ave., Mpls.; $295-$195; ticketmaster.com.
More country: Dierks Bentley (8 p.m. May 27; Treasure Island Amphitheater; $110-$42.50), Sam Hunt (8 p.m. July 8; Treasure Island Amphitheater; $119-$42.50), Alan Jackson (7 p.m. July 29; Xcel Energy Center; $186.50-$56.50), Brandi Carlile (6:30 p.m. July 30; Xcel Energy Center; $95.50-$25.50), Kenny Chesney (5 p.m. Aug. 6; U.S. Bank Stadium; $355-$38) and Zac Brown Band (7 p.m. Sept. 2; Minnesota State Fair Grandstand; $194-$75).
Justin Bieber
May 6: Canadian pop star Justin Bieber emerged in 2009 and took the nation’s young-and-female population by storm, selling 3 million copies of his album “My World 2.0,” which landed a series of smashes on radio, including “One Time,” “Baby” and “Somebody to Love.” He found continued success with his sophomore record “Believe,” but his career faltered after a series of run-ins with the law that inspired more than 270,000 people to sign a petition urging the White House to deport Bieber. He launched a comeback with his fourth album “Purpose” and announced his first U.S. stadium tour in 2017. But he canceled it because of “unforeseen circumstances.” He spent 2019 carefully wading back into pop music and returned to the charts with a string of hits including a run of five Top 5 singles last year. 7:30 p.m.; Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Mpls.; $202.50-$62.50; axs.com.
More current pop: Lorde (7:30 p.m. April 25; Armory; sold out with VIP tickets available), Shawn Mendes (7 p.m. July 9; Xcel Energy Center; $115.50-$35.50), Five Seconds of Summer (7 p.m. July 23; Armory; sold out with VIP tickets available), Machine Gun Kelly (7:30 p.m. July 28; Xcel Energy Center; $125.50-$25.50), OneRepublic (7 p.m. Aug. 7; Xcel Energy Center; $131.50-$36.50) and Twenty One Pilots (8 p.m. Aug. 18; Xcel Energy Center; $99.50-$35.50).
Def Leppard, Motley Crue and Poison
Aug. 14: Way back in December 2019 – four years after playing what Motley Crue said was their final concert – the ’80s metal band announced a stadium tour with Def Leppard and Poison. And fans responded by buying more than 700,000 tickets for the first 22 shows over the first weekend of sales, with gross box office receipts totaling more than $90 million. Now, after pandemic delays, the outing will finally visit the Twin Cities with support from Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. As for coming out of what they swore was a permanent retirement, Motley Crue has claimed there was renewed interest in the band following the release of “The Dirt,” a Netflix biopic based on Motley Crue’s best-selling 2001 autobiography. 4:30 p.m.; U.S. Bank Stadium, 401 Chicago Ave., Mpls.; $219.50-$49.50; ticketmaster.com.
More rock: Godsmack with Three Days Grace and Asking Alexandria (5:20 p.m. May 7; Target Center; $88-$19.93), Deftones (7 p.m. May 28; Armory; sold out with VIP tickets available), Alice in Chains and Breaking Benjamin with Bush (5:30 p.m. Aug. 25; Minnesota State Fair Grandstand; $79-$63) and Rammstein (7 p.m. Aug. 27; U.S. Bank Stadium; $146-$56).
New Kids on the Block
June 14: New Kids on the Block enjoyed a run of pop hits in the latter half of the ’80s, including “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “Hangin’ Tough” and “Step by Step.” They broke up in 1994, but reunited in 2008 for a wildly successful tour that ran 150 dates. The group has since toured regularly on package tours with acts like the Backstreet Boys, 98 Degrees and Boyz II Men. This time around, they’ll be joined by Rick Astley, Salt-N-Pepa and SNP’s “Whatta Man” duet partners En Vogue. 7:30 p.m.; Xcel Energy Center, 175 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul; $125.95-$31; ticketmaster.com.
More classic pop: Keith Sweat, Tevin Campbell and Tamar Braxton (8 p.m. June 24; Target Center; $250-$65), Barenaked Ladies with the Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket (6:30 p.m. June 25; Mystic Lake Casino; sold out), Alanis Morissette with Garbage (7 p.m. July 24; Xcel Energy Center; $165.50-$75.50), Duran Duran with Nile Rodgers and Chic (7 p.m. Aug. 19; Treasure Island Amphitheater; $159-$39) and Diana Ross (7 p.m. Sept. 3; Minnesota State Fair Grandstand; $60-$34).
Roger Waters
July 30: Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters will return to the road this summer for a tour he’s calling This Is Not a Drill. Waters, 78, has spent recent years mounting several major tours, including one devoted to Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side of the Moon,” which filled Xcel Energy Center in June 2007, and another focused on “The Wall,” which sold out the X twice, in October 2010 and June 2012. He returned to the road in 2017 for the Us + Them Tour. His upcoming tour will take place on an in-the-round stage. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer told Rolling Stone “it’ll be a new show. It will be no-holds-barred … political and humane.” 8 p.m.; Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Mpls.; $199.50-$35; axs.com.
More classic rock: George Thorogood and the Destroyers (8 p.m. April 30; Treasure Island Resort and Casino; $59-$39), Third Eye Blind (7 p.m. July 1; Mystic Amphitheater; $75-$35), Rod Stewart with Cheap Trick (7:30 p.m. July 8; Xcel Energy Center; $145.50-$45.50) and Black Crowes (8 p.m. July 11; Mystic Amphitheater; $89-$49).
Rock the Garden
June 11: Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Sleater-Kinney and Low are among the acts booked to play Rock the Garden, a single-day festival co-sponsored by 89.3 The Current and Walker Art Center. A native of rural Missouri, Rateliff launched his career with a series of folk albums before taking a turn toward retro soul with his band the Night Sweats, who returned to action last fall with their third album, “The Future.” During their first decade together, Washington state’s Sleater-Kinney stood among the most-admired American rock bands, thanks in part to the trio’s eclectic blend of spiky pop songs and feminist politics. They went on hiatus after 2005’s “The Woods” and reunited in 2014. Married couple Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker formed Low in Duluth nearly 30 years ago with the goal of making slow, quiet music. In the years since, they haven’t been afraid to experiment with their sound and instrumentation while maintaining impressively high standards. The rest of the lineup includes Filipino-British singer/songwriter Beabadoobee, California funk musician DaM-FunK, Nigerian blues guitarist Bombino and Australian doom metal duo Divide and Dissolve.1 p.m.; Walker Art Center/Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, 1750 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; $84; rockthegardenfestival.com.
More festivals: Winstock Country Music Festival (June 17-18; adjacent to the Winsted Airport; $155), Twin Cities Jazz Festival (June 24-25; Mears Park; free), Lakefront Music Festival (July 8-9; Lakefront Park; $75-$50), Twin Cities Summer Jam (July 21-23; Canterbury Park; $159-$25) and Lowertown Blues and Funk Festival (July 16; Dual Citizen Brewing; free, with VIP tickets available).
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Which sliding-door curtain rods are best?
Sliding doors offer beautiful vistas and loads of sunlight. If you’re looking for a way to cover up the glass with a curtain, however, you’ll need a special curtain rod. Unlike traditional curtain rods, sliding-door curtain rods have important design features that let them span greater distances without obstructing your curtain. Which you choose will ultimately depend on your home’s design and your aesthetic.
The top sliding-door curtain rod is Infinette Tekno 40 Melrose Single Traverse Window Curtain Rod Set.
What to know before you buy a sliding-door curtain rod
Why your sliding door needs a curtain
Sliding glass doors are a convenient way to combine egress with loads of daylight. But these large glass fixtures can be huge energy sinks. Unless your window is equipped with high-efficiency glass, you’re likely to suffer from the greenhouse effect in the summer and terrible drafts during the winter.
Benefits of a sliding-door curtain
A curtain is the next best thing to wall insulation and UV coating. Sheer curtains provide light in warmer months while cooling your room, whereas thick drapes can keep the heat in and the cold out during chillier months. An added bonus is the protection they offer against sun damage. A curtain significantly cuts down sun exposure, so you won’t have to worry about faded upholstery and finishes.
Choosing the right curtain rod
The main challenge in selecting the right curtain rod is its length. In order to cover a wide area, your curtain rod will need extra support in the middle so that it doesn’t sag. This quickly gets complicated, because each bracket you introduce in the middle of the rod blocks your curtain from closing. When choosing a curtain rod for your sliding glass door, you’ll want to make sure the rod has the right features to prevent headaches.
Types of sliding door curtain rods
The following types of curtain rods will be your best bet when choosing the right length for your sliding rod:
- Decorative: These single and double curtain rods are great because their brackets and finials let you add some decorative flair to your home. The longer you go, however, the more brackets you’ll need to prevent sagging. And these can get in the way. So, look for decorative curtain rods with just one center bracket between the two side brackets. This way, your curtains can extend to the middle
- Traverse: As the name suggests, traverse curtain rods were designed to span long distances. These rods have an embedded track of hooks so that you can pull your curtains along without any obstructions. Because they’re a little more complex, traverse rods are bulkier and more expensive than their decorative counterparts.
What to look for in a quality sliding-door curtain rod
Length
Sliding doors are typically sized in panels. A two-panel door’s total width is usually 60-96 inches (5-8 feet), and a three-panel door 108-144 inches, or 9-12 feet. When sizing your curtain rod, be sure to measure first. In addition to spanning the entire width of your sliding door, you want to be sure you have enough room on either end of the fixture to mount your rod, as well as enough height above. Aim for 3-5 inches extra above and on either side.
Material
Curtain rods are made from all sorts of materials, and which you choose is a matter of aesthetics. Common materials for decorative and traverse rods are metal and wood. Both are sturdy.
When decorating, think about how the material will fit in with your decor. Raw woods are a nice natural element to tone down a modernist or boho interior, or upscale an antique or vintage space. Metal can either be classy or utilitarian. If you don’t want your living room to look like a corporate office, look for decorative rods with a nice finish.
Finish
A proper finish can make any structural element in your home shine. Whether it’s a stain that adds shine, or a faux patina that adds age, finished metals and woods look great with textured drapes. These can be especially effective at dressing up the rather square and plain look of a sliding glass door.
Finials
Finials are the decorative caps that screw on to either end of the curtain rod. These are commonly a ball, square or cylinder shape. Ornamental finials embellish these shapes with low-relief detailing. Finials look best in rustic, classical and boho decors. But if you’re a minimalist or if you’re outfitting your midcentury modern home, a simple brass or steel end cap works too.
Weight capacity
Even with the support of extra brackets, a curtain rod can bend when stressed by too much weight. Drapes are the heaviest culprits, weighing in at 25 pounds or more. Be sure to check the weight capacity before hanging your curtains. Standard curtain rods hold 5-20 pounds.
How much you can expect to spend on a sliding-door curtain rod
Because they’re longer than traditional curtain rods, sliding-door rods cost more, especially if you go the traverse route. Expect to pay $30-$200.
Sliding-door curtain rod FAQ
How do I hang my curtain rod?
A. Most curtain rods come with mounting hardware so that you can install the brackets in drywall. This should include anchors, as drywall is too weak to hold more than 1 pound. If you have to get your own hardware, use anchors if you can’t find a stud. You will need a drill to screw in the brackets and a level to make sure your curtain rod is straight.
Should I use a single curtain or two?
A. The number of curtains you use depends on the space you have and how many panels your sliding door has. If you have enough room on either end of the sliding door fixture for curtains to rest, then two is great. If not, you’ll want to use a single curtain to span the distance so that you’re not blocking the door when the curtains are drawn.
What’s the best sliding-door curtain rod to buy?
Top sliding-door curtain rod
Infinette Tekno 40 Melrose Single Traverse Window Curtain Rod Set
What you need to know: With decorative finials and a lush line of finishes, this traverse curtain rod is perfect for antique and vintage-inspired decors.
What you’ll love: You won’t have any trouble covering your sliding door with this curtain rod, no matter the size. It’s available in eight different lengths from 48-132 inches. You have your choice of antique silver, black, maroon, sandal and sienna finishes.
What you should consider: Users recommend purchasing the upgraded carrier hooks as the standard ones are a little flimsy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Top sliding-door curtain rod for the money
Latitude Run Slover Adjustable Single Curtain Rod
What you need to know: This decorative curtain rod has an understated look for contemporary interiors.
What you’ll love: Using a single center bracket, the Latitude Run curtain rod is long enough at 48, 86 or 120 inches to cover your sliding door on a budget. Its cylindrical endcaps are chic and modern and you can get everything in a black, bronze or nickel finish.
What you should consider: Users report that this rod can sag with heavy drapes.
Where to buy: Sold by Wayfair
Worth checking out
Rod Desyne Bach Traverse Curtain Rod in Cocoa
What you need to know: If you’re looking for a high-quality, classically inspired traverse curtain rod, the Rod Desyne Bach offers an elegant fixture for your sophisticated decor.
What you’ll love: Available in four size ranges, this adjustable traverse rod extends out as far as 156 inches. It comes in black, cocoa and satin nickel finishes. The rod is sturdy enough for drapes with a 25-pound weight capacity.
What you should consider: This is significantly more expensive than other options on the market.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
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By MICHAEL R. SISAK
NEW YORK (AP) — Refuting suggestions that he’s lost interest in going after Donald Trump, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said Thursday a criminal investigation into the former president and his business practices is continuing “without fear or favor” despite a recent shakeup in the probe’s leadership.
In a rare public statement, Bragg denied that the three-year investigation was winding down or that a grand jury term expiring this month would impede his office’s ability to bring charges.
Citing secrecy rules, the district attorney said he couldn’t discuss details of the probe but pledged to publicly disclose findings when it’s over.
“In recent weeks, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has been repeatedly asked whether our investigation concerning former President Donald J. Trump, the Trump Organization, and its leadership is continuing,” Bragg wrote. “It is.”
The Democrat’s affirmation of the investigation was part of a double dose of bad legal news for Trump on Thursday.
It came shortly after the New York attorney general’s office asked a judge to hold Trump in contempt and fine him $10,000 per day for not meeting a March 31 deadline to turn over documents in a parallel civil investigation. Trump is appealing a subpoena for his testimony in that investigation, but not one requiring him to provide documents.
“The judge’s order was crystal clear: Donald J. Trump must comply with our subpoena and turn over relevant documents to my office,” Attorney General Letitia James said. “Instead of obeying a court order, Mr. Trump is trying to evade it. We are seeking the court’s immediate intervention because no one is above the law.”
Trump’s lawyer, Alina Habba, called James’ request for sanctions “frivolous and baseless,” and said the former president has “consistently complied with the many discovery requests” from her office over the years.
Bragg’s statement marked the district attorney’s first public comment on the Trump investigation since the two men who had been leading it, Mark Pomerantz and Carey Dunne, resigned Feb. 23 in a dispute over the direction of the case.
Pomerantz, a former mafia prosecutor, wrote in a resignation letter that he believed Trump is “guilty of numerous felony violations” but that Bragg, who inherited the probe when he took office in January, had decided not to pursue charges.
Pomerantz said in the letter, published last month by The New York Times, that there was “evidence sufficient to establish Mr. Trump’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt” of allegations he falsified financial statements to secure loans and burnish his image as a wealthy businessman.
“I believe that your decision not to prosecute Donald Trump now, and on the existing record, is misguided and completely contrary to the public interest,” Pomerantz wrote.
Bragg’s silence after the resignations and the March 23 publication of Pomerantz’s letter gave rise to a narrative that the investigation was effectively dead.
After Pomerantz and Dunne left, Trump lawyer Robert Fischetti told the Associated Press: “I’m a very happy man. In my opinion, this investigation is over.”
Pomerantz and Dunne started on the probe under former District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr.
Pomerantz wrote that Vance had directed them to seek an indictment of Trump and other defendants “as soon as reasonably possible,” but that Bragg reached a different conclusion after reviewing the evidence.
Vance and Bragg are Democrats. No former president has ever been charged with a crime.
In his statement Thursday, Bragg tried to wrest back the narrative, putting Trump on notice that he isn’t done while reassuring supporters who backed him in part because he pledged to continue investigating the former president, a Republican.
Bragg said that a team of “dedicated, experienced career prosecutors” is working on the investigation, led by the chief of his Investigation Division, Susan Hoffinger, and that they are “going through documents, interviewing witnesses, and exploring evidence not previously explored.”
“In the long and proud tradition of white-collar prosecutions at the Manhattan D.A.’s Office, we are investigating thoroughly and following the facts without fear or favor,” Bragg said.
Trump has called the investigation a politically motivated “witch hunt.”
So far, the three-year investigation has resulted only in tax fraud charges against Trump’s company, the Trump Organization, and its longtime finance chief Allen Weisselberg relating to lucrative fringe benefits such as rent, car payments and school tuition. They have pleaded not guilty.
Weisselberg’s lawyers filed court papers in February asking a judge to throw out his case, arguing that prosecutors targeted him as punishment because he wouldn’t flip on the former president.
Trump has cited potential peril from the criminal case as he appeals a ruling requiring him to answer questions under oath in James’ civil investigation.
Trump’s lawyers contend James, who assigned two lawyers to work on the criminal case, is using the guise of a civil deposition to get around a state law barring prosecutors from calling someone to testify before a criminal grand jury without giving them immunity.
James, a Democrat, has said her investigation has uncovered evidence that Trump may have misstated the value of assets like golf courses and skyscrapers on his financial statements for more than a decade.
Bragg said his career and perspective have been shaped by “high-profile, complex investigations,” including a lawsuit he oversaw while a top deputy in the attorney general’s office that led to the closure of Trump’s charity over allegations he used it to further his political and business interests.
“Prosecutors fulfilling their duties cannot and do not bring only cases that are ‘slam dunks,’” Bragg wrote. “To the contrary, every case must be brought for the right reason — namely that justice demands it. That’s what I’ve done throughout my career, regardless of how easy or tough a case might be.”
A grand jury convened in the Trump investigation last fall hasn’t met regularly for several months and its term is expected to run out soon, but Bragg said there are grand juries sitting in Manhattan all the time and “there is no magic at all to any previously reported dates.”
“In the meantime, we will not be discussing our investigative steps. Nor will we be discussing grand jury matters.” Bragg wrote. “In short, as we have previously said, the investigation continues.”
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Which bracelet maker is best?
The friendship bracelet is an iconic tradition that both kids and adults have been participating in for decades. While the look of homemade bracelets has changed over the years, bracelet making is here to stay. However, with innovative bracelet makers, creating jewelry for friends, family or yourself has never been easier.
While there are many types of bracelet makers, the Cool Maker 2-in-1 KumiKreator Necklace and Bracelet Maker Activity Kit is a great choice. It turns bracelet making into an activity as simple as loading and spinning.
What to know before you buy a bracelet maker
What is a bracelet maker?
A bracelet maker is an apparatus that makes it easier to create bracelets of all kinds. Instead of braiding, weaving or tying bracelets entirely by hand, a bracelet maker uses loops, wheels or notches, so you never lose your string.
Types of bracelet makers
There are several types of bracelet makers. Some may be easier or more difficult to use. Determine whether you want to make a braided, spiral or charm bracelet, as each bracelet maker also creates a different style.
Braiding board: One of the most popular bracelet makers is a braiding board. This type usually has a clip to hold the string at the top and notches or loops to separate the string at the bottom. Depending what style of bracelet you want to make, there are different ways to tie the string or braid them over each other.
Wheel: A wheel bracelet maker looks like a wheel. It has a hole in the middle and loops or notches around the wheel’s exterior. The string goes in the middle of the wheel and is held by the loops on the outside. It helps you create a bracelet by rotating the wheel and crossing the strings over one another.
Automatic or spinning: One of the easiest bracelet makers is an automatic or spinning bracelet maker. A fully automatic bracelet maker only requires looping the string and pushing a button. It then braids the yarn together to form a bracelet. A spinning bracelet maker isn’t fully automatic and usually requires turning a handle to weave the string.
What to look for in a quality bracelet maker
Recommended age range
One of the most important features to look for when picking out a bracelet maker is the recommended age. You don’t want to get a bracelet maker that’s too difficult to use. Since you know the skills of yourself or your child, view the recommended age as a suggestion instead of a rule.
Included accessories
If you’re buying a bracelet maker, there’s a good chance you also need the rest of the supplies to start making bracelets. For example, if there’s only one spool of string included, you won’t be able to make very many bracelets before needing to buy more, so look for a kit that comes with extra supplies.
Safety
There are a few safety issues to look for when buying a bracelet maker. First, look for sharp pieces or hooks that could poke you or your child. If you’re using an automatic bracelet maker, be sure there’s no way to get your finger caught in it.
How much you can expect to spend on a bracelet maker
Depending on the type of bracelet maker and included supplies, a bracelet maker costs $10-$50.
Bracelet maker FAQ
Do I need any tools to make a bracelet?
A. If you get a kit, a bracelet maker should come with all the supplies needed to make several bracelets. However, you can also get a bracelet maker or loom by itself, and purchase the string, rubber bands or other supplies separately. You shouldn’t need any tools while using a bracelet maker.
Can I create a bracelet without a bracelet maker?
A. Yes. You don’t need a bracelet maker to create a fun bracelet. However, a bracelet maker simplifies the process and helps children make intricate designs that would have been nearly impossible to create without help. Many adults who sell bracelets also use a bracelet maker to speed up the process.
What’s the best bracelet maker to buy?
Top bracelet maker
Cool Maker 2-in-1 KumiKreator Necklace and Bracelet Maker Activity Kit
What you need to know: With this jewelry maker, creating your ideal bracelet is as simple as loading and spinning.
What you’ll love: This bracelet making kit comes with 60 colorful spools of string to create multiple bracelets or necklaces. It also includes stylish clasps, tassel charms, end caps and two design booklets.
What you should consider: It’s expensive to buy refill spools once you run out of string.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top bracelet maker for the money
Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Loom Ultimate Rubber Band Bracelet Making Kit
What you need to know: Trendy rubber band bracelets are in, and this kit includes everything needed to make your own creations.
What you’ll love: An easy-to-use loom, more than 600 colorful rubber bands, hooks and illustrated instructions are all included in this kit. You can create single, double or triple rubber band combos with this maker.
What you should consider: This isn’t a suitable bracelet maker for kids younger than 8 years old.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Choose Friendship Company My Friendship Bracelet Maker
What you need to know: This braiding board helps kids and adults create intricate bracelet designs to keep or give away.
What you’ll love: This kit includes 20 precut threads in 10 different colors. Plus, it features a concealed storage compartment underneath the board to keep the threads organized and make it convenient to bring on the go.
What you should consider: The strings can sometimes slip out of the designated slots.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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McKinley Rolle, three years after replacing Dwyer longtime football coach Jack Daniels, announced his resignation, citing a desire for a more administrative career in academics.
Rolle announced on Thursday morning via his personal Twitter account that he has vacated his post with the Panthers in order to pursue other opportunities. Rolle recently finished obtaining his second Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, and is looking into, among other things, becoming an assistant principal.
He leaves William T. Dwyer’s football program after compiling a 12-13 record in his three seasons in charge, including a 4-6 mark in his final year in 2021.
Rolle, the older brother of former Florida State and NFL player Myron Rolle, replaced Daniels after his 23 years as the school’s coach back in March 2019. The Panthers enjoyed their best season under Rolle in 2020, going 5-1 en route to reaching the Class 7A tri-county Gold Bracket semifinals in the pandemic-altered campaign.
Rolle did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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Which Naruto video games are best?
“Naruto” is a popular anime series with numerous spinoffs, board games and video games. Naruto video games allow fans to control their favorite characters from the animated series.
If you or your child is interested in playing a Naruto game, you can’t go wrong with Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 4: Road To Boruto for the Nintendo Switch.
What to know before you buy a Naruto video game
Is ‘Naruto’ appropriate for children?
Most parents feel comfortable allowing their children to watch “Naruto.” The series features self-harm in many episodes, and Naruto’s “Sexy Jutsu” move involves implied nudity. Still, most parents seem to agree these themes are mild compared to many things on television. The series’ protagonist, Naruto, teaches children the importance of believing in yourself when the odds are against you. Additionally, the importance of friendship is an ongoing theme in the “Naruto” series.
Which consoles support Naruto games?
- Nintendo Switch: The Nintendo Switch allows fans to take their favorite Naruto games on the go. Nintendo Switch games often have lower-quality graphics than other consoles, but many people prefer the system for its ease of use and portability.
- PlayStation 4: The PlayStation 4 is known for superior graphics and top-notch gameplay. The PlayStation 4 features numerous Naruto games available on disc and direct download. Most PlayStation 4 games are playable on the PlayStation 5 as well.
- Xbox One: Most Naruto games are released on the Xbox One. Even so, this system seems to be the least popular option for playing Naruto games.
Naruto gameplay
Most Naruto games allow players to fight each other as characters from the anime series. Still, every Naruto game features slight variations on gameplay.
For example, the Ninja Storm games feature an open-world environment. When players engage other ninjas, the game shifts into a one-on-one fight between you and the enemy ninja. On the other hand, the Shinobi Striker game allows up to eight players to fight simultaneously.
What to look for in a quality Naruto video game
Graphics
Naruto games aren’t known for superior graphics, but some games have more visual appeal than others. Most Naruto games feature cel-shaded graphics that resemble the anime. In many cases, the game’s graphics depend on the system you use, with the Xbox and PlayStation consoles having the best graphics.
Gameplay
Many Naruto games allow fans to relive key moments from the anime. If you prefer open-world games, the Ninja Storm games will likely be your favorite. On the other hand, consider the Shinobi Striker Naruto game if you like MOBA-style games like League of Legends.
Online play
If you enjoy playing video games with others, you’ll want a game with online play. Most Naruto games allow you to fight other players online. Some Naruto games feature one-on-one online play, and others enable you to join teams and play against others.
How much you can expect to spend on a Naruto video game
Most Naruto video games cost $20-$50.
Naruto video game FAQ
Do you need to watch ‘Naruto’ anime to understand the video games?
A. Many Naruto video games retell the stories from the animated series. You’ll see most of the content from the series play out when playing the games. Still, watching the series before playing the games gives you a better understanding of what you’re playing and prevents you from seeing spoilers.
How many Naruto games are there?
A. There are over 40 different Naruto video games, although many are for older consoles.
Are Naruto video games similar to Dragon Ball Z video games?
A. Naruto and Dragon Ball Z video games feature similar art styles and gameplay, but the stories are entirely different.
What’s the best Naruto video game to buy?
Top Naruto video game
Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 4: Road To Boruto (Nintendo Switch)
What you need to know: Although many people are critical of the “Naruto” spinoff series “Boruto,” most agree this game is one of the best in the Naruto series.
What you’ll love: This game features some of the most pivotal moments from the “Naruto” series and many of Naruto and Sasuke’s most powerful forms. You can play as Boruto and Naruto characters in this game. This version of the game contains all DLC for Ninja Storm 4.
What you should consider: Some buyers received the EU version of the game, causing severe lag when playing online.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Naruto video game for the money
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy (PS4)
What you need to know: This disc includes three different Naruto games at a fair price.
What you’ll love: This collection includes Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 and Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Full Burst. This trilogy is a great way to relive nearly the entire Naruto series. These games allow you to choose between English and Japanese voices.
What you should consider: Because these games are older, the graphics aren’t fantastic.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker (PS4)
What you need to know: This game features unique gameplay compared to other Naruto games.
What you’ll love: This game is ideal for people who love MOBA games like League of Legends or Pokemon Unite. Unlike other MOBA games, this title features aerial combat and wall-running. Up to eight players can play at once. This game features solid graphics and vibrant colors. You can create your own character.
What you should consider: This game doesn’t offer many features outside of the online battles.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The South Florida Sun Sentinel continues its 10-part series looking at the top prospects in the upcoming NFL draft (April 28-30) with the offensive linemen. The offensive line draft class has strong prospects at the top of the draft and is also considered a deep group at various positions. With their first pick at No. 102, the Miami Dolphins will likely be able to find a formidable prospect that can compete for a role with either their late-third-round pick or their fourth-round selection.
Alabama’s Evan Neal
Neal, a tackle, is widely considered the top offensive line prospect in the draft and is expected to get selected among the first five picks.
The 6-foot-7, 337-pound lineman possesses size, strength, athleticism, footwork and technique to be an elite pass blocker and run blocker in the NFL.
North Carolina State’s Ikem Ekwonu
“Ickey” is 6-4, 310, and while not as big as some of the other top prospects, he brings a mauling style to his run blocking. New Dolphins tackle Terron Armstead serves as somewhat of a comparison with both the athletic build and downhill blocking ability.
Ekwonu isn’t as polished of a pass blocker as the others at the top, but he has improved in that regard. A team could slide him in at tackle or guard.
Mississippi State’s Charles Cross
Cross is right there with Ekwonu, but with pass protection as his greater strength. He’s about as smooth as it gets moving laterally with exceptional athleticism and a sub-5-second 40-yard dash.
At 6-5, 310, Cross won’t get overpowered, but he may not be as strong in the power run-blocking game. Who goes first between Cross and Ekwonu could come down to what those teams want out of the lineman they select.
Iowa’s Tyler Linderbaum
Linderbaum is the top center prospect in this draft and should go in the first round. The former state champion wrestler in high school grapples opposing defenders, is a powerful run blocker not having ideal size and is a leader anchoring an offensive line at center.
Some concerns are present with him in pass protection, where he doesn’t have the reach to get his hands on interior pass rushers before they get to him, allowing them to potentially move his 290-pound frame.
Northern Iowa’s Trevor Penning
Penning was the offensive lineman I came away most impressed with from watching the Senior Bowl practices in early February. Then with an eye on what blocker the Dolphins could take with the late-first-round pick they previously owned from the 49ers, I immediately felt he wouldn’t remain available at No. 29.
Penning plays with a mean streak, and he has the physical traits at 6-7, 325 while running a 4.89-second 40 to drive defenders to the ground with force. He has what’s needed to be a left tackle in the NFL but could sharpen his fundamentals and technique.
Best of the rest
Texas A&M’s Kenyon Green is a versatile blocker that has lined up at four positions on the offensive line for the Aggies but mostly played left guard. Before the Tyreek Hill trade, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier attended A&M pro day, presumably to check on Green for potential use of Miami’s first-round pick that was then traded.
Tackles in Bernhard Raimann from Central Michigan and Daniel Faalele from Minnesota are massive but struggled in some pass-protection reps at the Senior Bowl. Boston College guard Zion Johnson, meanwhile, impressed at the same event in Mobile. Kentucky’s Darian Kinnard, Ohio State’s Nicholas Petit-Frere and Tulsa’s Tyler Smith are among other intriguing lineman prospects.
Class grade: B+
The offensive line class appears stout both at tackle and with impressive interior blockers. It has its top-shelf prospects that will be among the first few picks of the opening round on April 28, possesses the solid players through the first round and into Day 2 and also has depth with value in the mid-to-late rounds. I wasn’t too convinced on some of the tackles projected to go late in the first when the Dolphins still had that 29th pick, though, and it may have made that selection more expendable than it already was as Hill became available via trade.
Teams in need
Most teams could use a young blocker or two at some position on the line, even if not needed as an immediate plug-and-play starter but just for depth. Some of the top linemen could go to either the Houston Texans or either New York team, the Jets or Giants, in those top five picks — maybe the Jacksonville Jaguars, but many believe Michigan edge Aidan Hutchinson will be the choice at No. 1.
The Indianapolis Colts need a left tackle to protect Matt Ryan. The New Orleans Saints could use one after losing Armstead to the Dolphins. The Seahawks, in a rebuild, could start by solidifying the offensive line. Miami, despite adding Armstead and guard Connor Williams in free agency, still needs either a center or one more guard/tackle to insert into competition to find the best five-man combination.
Dolphins’ focus
It previously could’ve been with that first- and second-round group, but after signing Armstead to anchor the line from left tackle and trading away picks at 29 and 50, Miami could certainly find a valuable lineman, possibly a center, at the end of the third or with its fourth-round pick.
Boston College center Alec Lindstrom was coached at BC by new Dolphins offensive line coach Matt Applebaum. There’s a connection there. Some other possibilities: Kentucky’s Luke Fortner, Arizona State’s Dohnovan West, Central Michigan’s Luke Goedeke, Ohio State’s Thayer Munford, UTSA’s Spencer Buford, LSU’s Ed Ingram, Georgia’s Jamaree Salyer, Oklahoma’s Marquis Hayes, Nebraska’s Cam Jurgens, Wisconsin’s Logan Bruss.
Previously addressed
Miami Dolphins’ NFL draft options: Quarterbacks
Miami Dolphins’ NFL draft options: Running backs
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What are the best prom gifts for 2022?
Prom is right around the corner, which means high school students around the country are scrambling to get their gowns and tuxedos — many of which are inspired by this year’s red carpet fashions. But that’s not all they’ll need for the big night.
Prom season is synonymous with fancy accessories, from bedazzled tiaras to debonair cufflinks. And some of them can cost as much — if not more — than prom gowns and tuxedos. So if you’re thinking of giving someone a gift ahead of the much-anticipated soiree, some of these accessories might be your best option.
What you need to know about prom 2022
Can you wear a normal dress to prom?
Proms are fancy evening events that almost always call for formal attire. As you would expect, that means normal dresses rarely fit the bill — and it’s why most people invest in full-length gowns made with fine materials and embellishments. And because it’s one of the few occasions where all-out glitz and glam is acceptable, many people opt for bold, shiny accessories.
What is the prom style for 2022?
This year’s prom styles are dominated by edgy fashions popular in the ‘90s and 2000s, including two-piece dresses, exposed midriffs, corset bodices and large cut-outs. Sequin gowns — including ostentatious, pageant-worthy styles — have also emerged as one of prom season’s top trends. And for those who prefer simplicity, solid-colored gowns are elegant choices that are easily accessorized.
Popular prom gift ideas
- Jewelry: Although costume jewelry is typically worn to prom, there are some fine jewelry pieces that are more affordable than you think. Certain necklace and earring sets in gold or sterling silver, for example, are available for $250 or less — and make great gifts.
- Handbag: A fine evening bag is a gift that will get quite a bit of use after prom as the go-to formal bag for sweet 16 parties, weddings, homecoming dances and other fancy evening events.
- Footwear: Like an evening bag, a well-made pair of dress shoes can be worn to a broad range of formal events. And because they’re only worn occasionally, the pair may last through years of use when they’re cared for properly.
- After-prom essentials: Because many people head to after-parties, many people give practical post-prom gifts. Carry-on luggage is ideal for overnight or weekend trips with friends, and loungewear is a comfortable choice when it’s time to relax after the big night.
- Hair and makeup: Because prom hair and makeup can be pricey, the services are appreciated as gifts. Keep in mind that prom season is a busy time for hairstylists and makeup artists, so book them as early as possible.
Best prom gifts 2022
Macy’s 1/3 Ct. T.w. Diamond Stud Earrings in 14KGold
Diamond studs are timeless and elegant, and they can be worn for just about any occasion after prom. This sparkly halo pair is available in white, yellow and rose gold.
Sold by Macy’s
Cufflinks, Inc. Round Silver Cufflinks
Cufflinks are essential accessories for tuxedo shirts, which have French cuffs. Prom is the perfect time to give someone their first ones, such as this silver-tone pair that match any tuxedo.
Sold by Kohl’s
Macy’s Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Accent Set
Pearls are trending this year, and this sophisticated three-piece set has an understated elegance that complements any prom dress. It’s set in sterling silver or 14K gold over silver and is packaged in a presentation-worthy box.
Sold by Macy’s
Rockland Melbourne Hardside Expandable Spinner Carry-On
If they have a post-prom trip planned, this hardside spinner holds everything they need for a long weekend. It meets the carry-on restrictions for most airlines and comes in over a dozen colors.
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INC By International Concepts Carolyn Glitter Clutch
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By STEVE KARNOWSKI
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Legislature rushed through $1 million in emergency funding Thursday to bolster the fight against bird flu, a highly contagious disease that has cost the state’s turkey farmers more than 1 million birds.
Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Torrey Westrom, of Elbow Lake, pointed out before the unanimous votes in both chambers that the number of Minnesota farms and birds affected by the highly pathogenic form of bird flu has doubled in less than a week.
Minnesota is the top turkey producing state, with nearly 700 farms that raise about 40 million birds per year. According to an update on Thursday from the Board of Animal Health, the virus had infected 19 commercial turkey farms and two backyard flocks in 11 Minnesota counties with a combined 1,017,568 birds.
Across the U.S., the outbreak is the biggest since 2015, when producers had to kill more than 50 million birds to keep the virus from spreading. Cases have been reported in 24 states this year, with Iowa the hardest hit. The number of chickens and turkeys killed in the past two months has climbed to more than 24 million. Zoos across North America are moving their birds indoors and away from people and wildlife to protect them.
Rep. John Burkel, a former turkey farmer from Badger, recounted how his farm in Roseau County was struck in 2015. That outbreak required euthanizing 9 million birds statewide.
“The virus is different this time, and the need and the urgency is greater,” Burkel said.
Rep. Dave Baker, of Willmar, who represents one of the hardest hit areas of Minnesota, said the cold weather and worker shortages are making it harder this time for producers to euthanize infected flocks because the foaming machines used to suffocate the birds don’t work as well.
The bill, which Gov. Tim Walz is expected to sign soon, is meant to buy time by putting an extra $1 million into an emergency account at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to supplement the $400,000 currently there. It will help pay for testing materials, equipment and personnel. Lawmakers are expected to field requests for more money later.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says bird flu poses little risk to the general public and that poultry remains safe to eat as long as it’s properly cooked.
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By ADAM SCHRECK and ANDREA ROSA
CHERNIHIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian troops left behind crushed buildings, streets littered with destroyed cars and residents in dire need of food and other aid in a northern Ukrainian city, giving fuel to Kyiv’s calls Thursday for more Western support to help halt Moscow’s offensive before it refocuses on the country’s east.
Dozens of people lined up to receive loaves of bread, diapers and medicine from vans parked outside a shattered school now serving as an aid-distribution point in Chernihiv, which Russian forces besieged for weeks as part of their attempt to sweep south towards the capital before retreating.
The city’s streets are lined with shelled homes and apartment buildings, missing roofs or walls, and a chalk message on the blackboard in one classroom still reads: “Wednesday the 23rd of February — class work.”
Russia invaded the next day, launching a war that has seen more than 4 million Ukrainians flee the country, displaced millions more within it, and sent shockwaves through Europe and beyond.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba warned Thursday that despite a recent Russian pullback, the country remains vulnerable, pleading for “weapons, weapons and weapons” from NATO to face down the coming offensive in the east. Nations from the western alliance agreed to increase their supply of arms, spurred on by reports of atrocities by Russian forces in areas surrounding the capital, Kyiv.
Western allies also ramped up financial penalties aimed at Moscow, including a ban by the European Union on Russian coal imports and a U.S. move to suspend normal trade relations with Russia.
Kuleba encouraged Western countries to continue bearing down on Russia, suggesting that any let up will ultimately result in more suffering for Ukrainians.
“How many Buchas have to take place for you to impose sanctions?” Kuleba asked reporters, referring to a town near Kyiv where Associated Press journalists counted dozens of bodies, some burned, others apparently shot at close range or with their hands bound. “How many children, women, men, have to die – innocent lives have to be lost – for you to understand that you cannot allow sanctions fatigue, as we cannot allow fighting fatigue?”
Ukrainian officials said earlier this week that the bodies of 410 civilians were found in towns around the capital city. Volunteers have spent days collecting the corpses, and more were picked up in Bucha on Thursday.
Ukrainian and several Western leaders have blamed the massacres on Moscow’s troops, and the weekly Der Spiegel reported Thursday that Germany’s foreign intelligence agency had intercepted radio messages between Russian soldiers discussing the killings of civilians. Russia has falsely claimed that the scenes in Bucha were staged.
Kuleba became emotional while referring to the horrors in the town, telling reporters that they couldn’t understand “how it feels after seeing pictures from Bucha, talking to people who escaped, knowing that the person you know was raped four days in a row.”
His comments came in response to a reporter’s question about a video allegedly showing Ukrainian soldiers shooting a captured and wounded Russian soldier. He said he had not seen the video but that it would be investigated and acknowledged that there could be “isolated incidents” of violations.
The video has not been independently verified by the AP.
In the 6-week-old war, President Vladimir Putin’s forces have failed to take Ukraine’s capital quickly and achieve what Western countries said was the Russian leader’s initial aim of ousting the Ukrainian government. In the wake of that setback and heavy losses, Russia shifted its focus to the Donbas, a mostly Russian-speaking, industrial region in eastern Ukraine where Moscow-backed rebels have been fighting Ukrainian forces for eight years.
The United Nations’ humanitarian chief told the AP on Thursday that he’s “not optimistic” about securing a cease-fire after meeting with officials in Kyiv and in Moscow this week, underlining the lack of trust the two sides have for one another. He spoke hours after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Ukraine of backtracking on proposals it had made over Crimea and Ukraine’s military status.
It’s not clear how long it will take withdrawing Russian forces to redeploy, and Ukrainian officials have urged people in the country’s east to leave before the fighting intensifies there.
The head of Ukraine’s national railway system said Russian shelling already blocked the evacuation of residents from some eastern areas by train.
“The situation in Donbas is heating up and we understand that April will be quite hot, so those who have the opportunity to leave — women, children, the elderly — need to stay in a safe place,” Borys Filatov, the mayor of Dnipro, a city that lies just west of the Donbas, said at a briefing.
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said Ukrainian and Russian officials agreed to establish civilian evacuation routes Thursday from several areas in the Donbas.
Even as Ukraine braced for a new phase of the war, Russia’s withdrawal brought some relief to Chernihiv, which lies near Ukraine’s northern border with Belarus and was cut off for weeks. But the departed troops left behind twisted buildings and traumatized residents, who clambered over rubble and passed cars destroyed by the fighting.
Vladimir Tarasovets, a resident, described nights during the siege when he watched the city on fire and listened to the sound of shelling.
“It was very hard, very hard. Every evening there were fires, it was scary to look at the city. In the evening, when it was dark, there was no light, no water, no gas, no amenities at all,” he said. “How did we go through it? I have no words to describe how we managed.”
Tatiana Nesterenko, who left Chernihiv for Medyka in Poland, said she spent 40 days hiding out in her basement.
”Our home was destroyed by an airstrike,” she said. “There was no help, no volunteers for us. We extinguished the fire by ourselves.”
Revulsion over the invasion of Ukraine grew stronger over the past week as images revealed what some Western leaders called war crimes in Bucha. In addition to spurring NATO countries to agree to send more arms, the revelations have led Western nations to step up sanctions, and the Group of Seven major world powers warned they will continue ramping up measures until Russian troops leave Ukraine.
The U.S. Congress voted Thursday to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and ban the importation of its oil, while the European Union approved new punishing sanctions against Russia, including the embargo on coal imports. The U.N. General Assembly, meanwhile, voted Thursday to suspend Russia from the world organization’s leading human rights body.
Der Spiegel reported that individual radio messages dealing with the murder of civilians may be linked to pictures of bodies found in Bucha. The outlet reported that Germany’s BND intelligence agency informed lawmakers about this information Wednesday.
In one radio message, a Russian soldier reportedly informs another how he and others shot dead a person on a bicycle. In another message a speaker allegedly recounts how the Russian military interrogated enemy soldiers before killing them.
Overnight, Russia kept up its barrage on several cities, striking fuel storage sites around Mykolaiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv and Chuguev using cruise missiles fired from ships in the Black Sea.
A Ukrainian naval vessel caught fire under unclear circumstances in the besieged port city of Mariupol, satellite photos from Planet Labs PBC analyzed Thursday by The Associated Press show.
Mariupol has experienced some of the war’s greatest deprivations, and the mayor said Wednesday that more than 5,000 civilians have been killed there. Russian forces are fighting street by street to capture the city; doing so would allow it to secure a land corridor to the Crimean Peninsula, which Moscow seized from Ukraine in 2014.
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Schreck reported from Kyiv, Ukraine. Associated Press journalists around the world contributed to this report.
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Allina Health announced Thursday that United Hospital in downtown St. Paul and Regina Hospital in Hastings are joining to become one east metro hospital with two campuses.
The license merger, effective in August, will create United Hospital and the United Hospital-Hastings Regina campus in order to “reimagine care delivery in the east metro,” according to a written statement from Allina.
Patients in Hastings already choose United Hospital more than any other hospital for their specialty care needs, according to Allina, and patients who need a higher level of care are routinely transferred to United Hospital. The merger is intended to simplify processes like transfers and billing for patients, staff members and providers.
A key service has already gravitated. In November, Regina announced that expectant mothers would be sent to United Hospital or Children’s Minnesota to give birth.
Hospital mergers are not without precedent for Allina. In the north metro, the health network in 2017 combined Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids and Unity Hospital in Fridley to form Mercy Hospital and the Mercy Hospital-Unity campus.
“Through the challenges of COVID-19, we have learned the benefits and necessity of caring for our communities in new ways,” said Jill Ostrem, president of United Hospital and Mercy Hospital, in a statement. “It is our goal to make connections and improve access for patients entering our system at any of our locations.”
Helen Strike, president of Regina Hospital and River Falls Area Hospital, said patients and care teams will benefit from programs and services that will be shared between the two campuses, such as the Allina Health Cancer Institute.
The merger will not be without some obvious culture change. Regina Hospital is a Catholic hospital founded by the Sisters of Charity, Our Lady Mother of Mercy in 1953 and sponsored by the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis through a lay board of directors, Regina HealthCare. Priests are available around the clock for patients and families who wish to take part in the sacraments.
Despite the name change, Regina Hospital will continue to maintain and support its Catholic Stewardship Agreement, but the downtown United campus is not part of that arrangement.
“It will stay specific to Regina,” said Jenny Griswold Steingas, a spokesperson for Allina Health.
Allina maintains more than 90 clinics, 11 hospitals and additional retail pharmacies and specialty care centers throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The three-game schedule for the 2022 Cancun Challenge has been released. The slate features one game in the United States for the Purdue Fort Wayne men’s basketball program before shifting to Cancun.
The Mastodons open the event with a road game at Northwestern on Friday, November 18. It will be the second time the ‘Dons play Northwestern. The ‘Dons fell 73-49 on Feb. 11, 2006.
In Cancun, the ‘Dons will play Eastern Michigan on Nov. 22. A contest with Southern Miss or Winthrop will follow the next day.
All games will be played at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya.
The 2021-22 Mastodons won the Horizon League Regular Season Championship and finished with a 21-12 record.
CANCUN CLASSIC COMPLETE SCHEDULE
US GAMES (times TBA)
Tuesday, Nov. 15
Eastern Michigan at Bradley
Winthrop at Auburn
Friday, Nov. 18
Southern Miss at Liberty
Purdue Fort Wayne at Northwestern
MEXICO GAMES (all times ET; second team listed is home)
Tuesday, Nov. 22
MAYAN DIVISION
12:30 p.m. – Purdue Fort Wayne vs. Eastern Michigan
3 p.m. – Southern Miss vs. Winthrop
RIVIERA DIVISION
6 p.m. – Bradley vs. Auburn
8:30 p.m. – Liberty vs. Northwestern
Wednesday, Nov. 23
MAYAN DIVISION
12:30 p.m. – Purdue Fort Wayne/Eastern Michigan loser vs. Southern Miss/Winthrop loser
3 p.m. – Purdue Fort Wayne/Eastern Michigan winner vs. Southern Miss/Winthrop winner
RIVIERA DIVISION
6 p.m. – Bradley/Auburn loser vs. Liberty/Northwestern loser
8:30 p.m. – Bradley/Auburn winner vs. Liberty/Northwestern winner
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(The Hill) – The board of governors for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has moved up their meeting to discuss possible sanctions against Will Smith after his Oscars slap to Friday.
In a letter obtained by The Hill, Academy president David Rubin said it was in the “best interest of all involved for this to be handled in a timely fashion.”
The board was originally scheduled to meet on April 18 to evaluate what steps it should take against Smith, who made headlines after slapping comedian Chris Rock during the March 27 ceremony.
Rubin noted that since Smith resigned from the Academy following the incident, they no longer had to adhere to certain timeframes, including giving him the opportunity to provide the board with a written statement no less than five days prior to the meeting.
“Following Mr. Smith’s resignation of his Academy membership on Friday, April 1, suspension or expulsion are no longer a possibility and the legally prescribed timetable no longer applies,” Rubin wrote.
The meeting is now reportedly scheduled to take place Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. PST via Zoom.
The Academy announced last week it was beginning disciplinary proceedings against the actor for “violations of the Academy’s Standards of Conduct.”
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(NEXSTAR) – Photographers captured the emotional moments after President Joe Biden and Kentanji Brown Jackson watched the Senate vote to confirm Jackson to the Supreme Court Thursday.
The 51-year-old appeals court judge with nine years of experience on the federal bench, became the first Black female justice after a vote of 53-47, mostly along party lines but with three Republican votes. Presiding was Vice President Kamala Harris, also the first Black woman to reach that high office.
Jackson, who will take her seat on the court when Justice Stephen Breyer retires this summer, joined the president to watch the votes come in on a televised feed. When her confirmation was made official, the two embraced.
“Judge Jackson’s confirmation was a historic moment for our nation,” Biden tweeted, sharing an image of him taking a selfie with Jackson. “We’ve taken another step toward making our highest court reflect the diversity of America. She will be an incredible Justice, and I was honored to share this moment with her.”
During the four days of Senate hearings last month, Jackson spoke of her parents’ struggles through racial segregation and said her “path was clearer” than theirs as a Black American after the enactment of civil rights laws. She attended Harvard University, served as a public defender, worked at a private law firm and was appointed as a member of the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
She told senators she would apply the law “without fear or favor,” and pushed back on Republican attempts to portray her as too lenient on criminals she had sentenced.
Jackson will be just the third Black justice, after Thurgood Marshall and Clarence Thomas, and the sixth woman. She will join three other women, Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan Amy Coney Barrett – meaning that four of the nine justices will be women for the first time in history.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Mike Woodson will be in the Summit City on May 17 as the Indiana University men’s basketball coach will be the guest speaker at the 49th annual Gourmet Dinner hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in downtown Fort Wayne.
Woodson just finished his first season as the head coach at his alma mater, taking I.U. to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2016. The Hoosiers finished 21-14 overall.
Tickets for the event can be purchased on the BBBS of NEI website or by calling 888-456-1600.
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne FC announced it will host Indy Eleven Academy for a friendly game on
May 25th at 7pm in Shields Field Stadium located on the campus of Bishop Dwenger High School.
This will be the first appearance for Indy Eleven at Fort Wayne FC.
“”We are very excited for the opportunity for the chance to play a friendly match with the Indy Eleven
Academy side,” stated head coach and sporting director, Mike Avery. “Indy Eleven have been a
tremendous resource for us and have been very generous with their time and knowledge as we go
through our own process of building a professional club. Indy Eleven’s success on and off the field is an
aspirational model for Fort Wayne FC, and their willingness to not only help us find our path but to help
as we all seek to promote the sport of soccer across the state of Indiana is something we greatly
appreciate.”
After establishing a presence in the USL Academy development system last year, Indy Eleven has
quickly established its Academy as one of the premier youth development set-ups in the entire United
Soccer League. The results speak for themselves, as evidenced by the Indy Eleven Men’s U19s
capturing titles at both last December’s USL Academy League Playoffs and last weekend’s USL
Academy Cup, where its three additional teams taking part in the competition – Boys U13, Boys U15
and Women’s U19 – also placed second or third in their top-level age group. Indy Eleven’s first-team
participating in the USL Championship currently has seven USL Academy Contract players on its
roster, including five native Hoosiers, allowing some of the state’s premier young talent to learn and
play alongside professionals on a daily basis. The Indy Eleven Academy is helmed by a familiar face in
Fort Wayne native and former Canterbury High School and Indiana University standout Phil Presser,
who shifted into a newly-created Sporting Director, Academy Operations & W League role for Indy
Eleven this past January.
Kickoff starts at 7pm at Shields Field Stadium located on the campus of Bishop Dwenger High School.
Tickets go on sale at noon today. Visit fortwaynefc.com and click on ‘Tickets’ to purchase single match,
season ticket memberships or Flex Pass 6. Full concessions will be available.
For more information on Fort Wayne FC, follow us on social media @FortWayneFC on Twitter and
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne Mad Ants guard Gabe York and forward Nate Hinton have earned NBA Call-Ups with the Indiana Pacers.
These are the 27th and 28th NBA Call-ups in Mad Ants organization history.
These two call-ups increase Fort Wayne’s record setting season that has now seen five players earn a total of eight NBA Call-Ups. This is York’s first official call-up of the season and Hinton’s second. Other Mad Ants receiving call-ups this season have included Justin Anderson (three times), Terry Taylor and Keifer Sykes.
York and Hinton will spend the last two games of the NBA season with the Pacers as they visit Philadelphia and Brooklyn. During that time, the pair will be under two-way contracts.
York finished eighth in the NBA G League in scoring during the regular season at 21.8 points per game and his 2.5 steals per game led the league. York posted the fifth highest scoring game in Mad Ants history with 45 points earlier this season against Maine.
Hinton posted the 13th most double doubles in Mad Ants history during the full 2021-22 NBA G League season. Hinton averaged 18.1 points and 8.9 rebounds during the regular season and finished 3rd in the NBA G League in steals per game at 2.2 per contest. Hinton is on his second NBA Call-Up of the season after a 10-day with the Pacers in January.
York and Hinton were 2nd and 3rd in the NBA G League in minute per game during the regular season.
Previous Indiana Pacers/Fort Wayne Mad Ant two-way players Duane Washington Jr. and Terry Taylor were converted to standard NBA contracts on Thursday, clearing room for the signings of York and Hinton.
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FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION
THE ACES ON BRIDGE by Bobby Wolff
FOR RELEASE: SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2022
Dear Mr. Wolff:
After I opened one no-trump and partner transferred to spades, I completed the transfer, and my right-hand opponent balanced with a takeout double. I redoubled to show a maximum and to suggest we take a penalty, but my partner competed to three spades on a shapely hand, expecting me to hold three-card support for him. Three spades on our 5-2 fit was not the optimal spot. Who was right?
-- Convention Card, Montreal
ANSWER: This is just a matter of partnership agreement. There may be more to be said for the redouble showing a suitable hand with three-card support, to help partner judge when to compete. I would not be looking to take a penalty when partner could have nothing, so the emphasis is on deciding whether to declare or defend. You can always pass now and double for penalty later, after all.
Dear Mr. Wolff:
Would you bid over a two-club opening on your right, non-vulnerable against vulnerable, with SPADES 6-2, HEARTS K-Q-9-8-3, DIAMONDS 6, CLUBS 9-7-5-4-3?
-- Preemptive Action, Woodland Hills, Calif.
ANSWER: I would overcall two hearts here, taking a chance in the hope of finding a fit and bouncing the auction, or suggesting a lead to partner. This could backfire by keeping the opponents out of a non-making three no-trump, but that is unlikely. It is often hard for the opponents to catch you at the two-level after this start, since it is unusual for either hand to have a penalty double available.
Dear Mr. Wolff:
When you forget the system and attain a good result, should you apologize to your opponents?
-- Etiquette Enigma, Mason City, Iowa
ANSWER: I would tend to say something along the lines of "Sorry, we were lucky there," but it is by no means necessary to do anything. These things happen, and the opponents will often be too annoyed to care about your apology.
Dear Mr. Wolff:
Holding SPADES A-10-8, HEARTS A-Q-9-7, DIAMONDS K-10-5-2, CLUBS A-10 at game all, would you upgrade your hand to the 18-19 range?
-- Spots Off, Kansas City, Mo.
ANSWER: I would open one diamond, planning to rebid two no-trump over a one-spade or one-no-trump response. These honors are all working cards, combining with good intermediates. The lower honors are in long suits as well, where they should be most useful. I would consider this too good for a strong no-trump.
Dear Mr. Wolff:
Does rebidding your suit voluntarily in a competitive auction show extras? Say you open one diamond, your partner bids one spade and the next player overcalls two hearts. What would you need to bid three diamonds?
-- Shape Suitable, Jackson, Tenn.
ANSWER: Here, even if you have an absolute minimum, you might bid with decent shape or a semisolid diamond holding. So, since you would also bid with a 15-count or so, partner might struggle to know how to proceed. Some partnerships (by specific agreement) play a Good-Bad two no-trump here, where a direct bid shows extra values, and a delayed bid, via a Lebensohl-style two no-trump, denotes a minimum opener.
(If you would like to contact Bobby Wolff, email him at bobbywolff@mindspring.com.)
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Dear Heloise: Today's column included a letter from a reader who suggested that when filling a new prescription it might be better not to get all the pills prescribed at once. As a prescriber and as a patient, I caution readers that they should discuss this suggestion with the doctor before they do this. Many medications need to be taken AS PRESCRIBED for quite a few days before the medicine's desired effect can be felt or achieved.
If, for example, you are prescribed a 30-day supply of a new medicine and you decide on your own that you are only going to get enough pills for 10 days, you might not be giving the medicine enough time to tell if it works. And if, for any reason, you fail to get the next 10 days' worth in time to start taking those pills right after the first 10 days, then you might have let blood or tissue levels of the medicine decrease to the point that your next 10 days of medicine is like starting the 30 days over, rather than continuing the medicine course as the doctor had intended.
You also might end up paying more for your complete prescription. A pharmacist has to charge you not just for the pills but also for his time, overhead and knowledge. So each prescription he fills will have a nominal charge that you are paying. If you get a three-month supply, you pay that charge only once, but if you buy a month at a time, you are paying that charge three times over those three months.
So the reader is right that you might want a smaller amount of pills for a NEW prescription, but for continuing medicines it makes more sense to get the full prescription filled if you can. -- J. Teal, M.D., Los Alamitos, California
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Dear Heloise: I frequently drop things in places where it's hard to retrieve them, like between the counter and the refrigerator or behind or under a piece of furniture. Also, my washing machine tub is so deep that I have trouble reaching the articles that are in the bottom after the final spin. Now I keep a cheap, wooden back scratcher handy to help me get things out of the washer, as well as to retrieve items that are hard to reach. -- P. Crotteau, Keizer, Oregon
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Dear Heloise: I am in my 80s and had a recent minor stroke. I had an epiphany while recovering. I thought, what do our family members know about our past schooling, work and other educational or vocational doings? So I decided to write a short biography on my wife and I for family members. We have wills, but that doesn't fill in the past. I hope this will be a hint for others to think about. -- Richard, Fredericksburg, Virginia
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Dear Heloise: Reading your article about the tube of tomato paste reminded me of a trick I learned long ago. Since tomato paste is thick and difficult to get out of the can with a spoon, open both ends of the can. Using one of the detached lids, push the contents out the other end. You get every drop of tomato paste from the can. It's so easy. -- Nick, Little Rock, Arkansas
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Dear Heloise: This is a picture of my Dessie, a Yorkie-Shih Tzu mix. We had lost our 16-year-old Westie, and I was so sad. My husband, son and I had gone to a local car show and a lady was holding this tiny little puppy. My son and I fell in love with it. She said there was one left in the litter. My son surprised me by getting the lady's phone number and calling her to request it. That was my Christmas surprise gift that year from him. I named her Dessie because she was destined to be mine. -- Kathy Steele
Dear Readers: To see Dessie and our other Pet Pals, go to www.Heloise.com and click on "Pet of the Week." -- Heloise
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Today's Birthday (04/10/22). Fortune follows friends this year. Disciplined collaboration and teamwork generate supersized results. Springtime windfall apples fill your basket, allowing family support with summer changes. Shared finances get an autumn boost, helping with a winter financial challenge. Share fun, support and resources and grow collectively stronger.
To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Enjoy a financially savvy phase over the next few weeks, with Mercury in Taurus. You're a smart shopper. Profitable ideas abound. Get practical, naturally.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 9 -- You're especially practical and clever for the next few weeks, with Mercury in your sign. Make exciting personal plans. Express yourself. Enjoy boundless creativity.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Review plans. You're especially practical, imaginative and introspective over the next few weeks, with Mercury in Taurus. Clean old messes. Notice your dreams.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Collaboration comes easily, with Mercury in Taurus. Group communication flows. Your friends are there for you. Hold meetings, parties and gatherings. Get social.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Professional opportunities arise in conversation, with Mercury in Taurus for three weeks. Talk about what you want to achieve. Connect on a heart level.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Fall in love with a fascinating subject, with Mercury in Taurus. Discuss your studies and discoveries. Make long-distance connections over the next three weeks.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- It's easier to plug financial leaks. Discover new shared profits over three weeks, with Mercury in Taurus. Collaborate and coordinate to optimize gains.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Reconnect with your partner, with Mercury in Taurus. Communication flows and compromise comes easily. Work together and get farther than either would solo.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Collaborate with health and fitness experts for maximum performance, with Mercury in Taurus. Prioritize practices for mind, body and spirit. Build strength and endurance.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Express your love and creativity. Passion surges, with Mercury in Taurus for three weeks. Write about your latest obsession. Practice your arts. Get romantic.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is an 8 -- Communication supports domestic harmony. Find family solutions over three weeks, with Mercury in Taurus. Get inventive and creative. Discuss possibilities. Beautify your spaces.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Words come easily. Concentration and focus sharpen naturally, with Taurus Mercury. Creative communications blossom over the next three weeks. Write, post and share.
Horoscopes are provided for entertainment purposes only.
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TODAY'S OBITUARIES
Virginia Jo Benson, Tupelo
Lucy Jane Boxx, Okolona
Joe Dalton Brock, Union County
Glorious Brooks, Shannon
Bernice Pickens-Ford, Houston
Leroy Hicks, Holly Springs
Casey Lynn Jahns, Tupelo
Darrell Dewayne Lee, Shannon
Edward "Eddie" Madonna, Myrtle
Robert McIntosh Sr., Tupelo
Lynda Miller, Tippah County
Cherly Patterson, Corinth
Helen Patton, Amory
Mary Raines Phyfer, Blue Springs
Thomas Derrick Pickens, Okolona
Timothy O'Neal Springer, Tupelo
Cornelius Carnell Vance, Houston
Martha Lorraine Watson, Tishomingo
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Leroy Hicks
HOLLY SPRINGS - Leroy Hicks, 79, passed away on April 7, 2022, at Methodist Hospital in Olive Branch. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Serenity Autry Funeral Home of Holly Springs.
MEMO
Mary Raines Phyfer
BLUE SPRINGS - Mary Raines Phyfer, 75, passed away on April 5, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by W.E. Pegues Funeral Directors.
MEMO
Cherly Patterson
CORINTH - Cherly Patterson, 51, passed away on April 6, 2022, at her home in Corinth. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Patterson Memorial Chapel.
MEMO
Lucy Jane Boxx
OKOLONA - Lucy Jane Boxx, 76, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Services will be on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 1:00 pm at Darden Chapel M.B. Church in Okolona, MS. Visitation will be on one hour prior to service at at church. Montgomery Mortuary of Houston, MS in charge of arrangements.. Burial will follow at Darden Chapel Church Cemetery in Okolona, MS.
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Martha Lorraine Watson
TISHOMINGO - Martha Lorraine Watson, 74, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at NMMC in Iuka, MS. Services will be on Saturday, April 9, 2022 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Last Day Word of God Church, Tishomingo, MS. Visitation will be on Friday, April 10, 2022 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Last Day Word of God Church. Burial will follow at Last Day Word of God Church Cemetery.
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Edward "Eddie" Madonna
MYRTLE - Edward Ray Madonna, 60, departed this life Tuesday, April 5, 2022. He was born June 8, 1961 to Ronnie Peter Madonna and Norma Blackard Madonna. Mr. Madonna was a disabled US Army truck driver and served our great country with pride. Respect, dignity, and loyalty, traits that are hard to find, filled the heart and soul of Mr. Madonna. He enjoyed traveling on his Harley with Glen. Together they traveled all of the country. Mr. Madonna enjoyed life and treasured every moment with his friends and family. His love above all else was his son Corbin.
Services will be Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 2:00pm at United Funeral Service with Bro. Mitch Hall officiating. Visitation is Saturday April 9, 2022 from 5pm till 9pm and Sunday noon till the start of the service at 2:00pm.
Memories will continue to be shared with his loving son, Corbin Bryant Madonna, one daughter-in-law Breana Kelly, one grandchild, Jackson Weaver, a very special life-long friend Glen Hood and wife Kim Hood, and three brothers; Michael Madonna (Jeannie), Billy Gene Kizer, and Joe Kizer (Carla). He is preceded in death by parents, and a step-father Bill Kizer.
For online condolences please visit www.unitedfuneralservice.com.
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Lynda Miller
TIPPAH COUNTY - Lynda Miller, 78, passed away on April 7, 2022, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in New Albany. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Ripley Funeral Home.
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Bernice Pickens-Ford
HOUSTON - 67, passed away on Tues., April 5, 2022 at NMMC in Tupelo. Bernice Pickens-Ford was born to her late parents; Rev. William Ford Pickens and Alice Louise Ward-Pickens on June 22, 1954 in Chickasaw Co. Mrs. Ford was a Family Community worker with MAP Headstart.
Mrs. Bernice Pickens-Ford is survived by her husband, Delane Ford. 2 Daughters; Allyson (Patrick) Downs of Houston and Kimberly Rogers of Shannon. 3 Sons; Delane Ford, Jr. of Houston, Corlond Emerson of West Point, and DeMario Ford of Houston. 2 Sisters; Lassie Pickens-Davis and Daisy Pickens-Williams both of Houston. 2 Brothers; Min. Eddie Charles (Jean) Pickens and Jack (Cassandra))Pickens both of Houston. There are also 8 grandchildren.
The visitation will be SATURDAY, April 9, 2022 from 3-5 p.m. at Williams Memorial located 208 Prairie St., Okolona, MS 38860. Please wear your face masks. The service will be Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at New Hope UMC located at 2125 CR 402, Houston, MS 38851 with Min. Eddie Charles Pickens officiating.
Williams Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
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Joe Dalton Brock
UNION COUNTY - Joe Dalton Brock, 67, long time resident of New Albany, and beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, entered into his eternal home on Monday, April 4, 2022, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Services honoring the life of Mr. Brock will be 2PM Saturday, April 9, 2022 at West Tallahachie Baptist Church with Bro. Keith Benefield officiating.
Born May 30, 1954 in New Albany, he was the son of the late James and Gladys Irvin Brock. He received his education from the Holly Springs Public School System.
At an early age Mr. Brock gained the passion and carpentry skills needed to eventually own and operate Brock Construction. He will be remembered as a master of the trade.
His love for motorcycles and old cars, which was a passion he shared with brothers. Mr. Brocks passion for coon hunting and his stories for always having a "good dog", was passed down to anyone who would "go a huntin" with him.
An epitome of respect for all mankind, Mr. Brock leaves a legacy of always seeing the good in everyone he met. A faithful member of West Tallahachie Baptist Church, His love for the Lord will still shine through in their daily activities.
Visitation will be from 10AM until 2PM, Saturday, April 9, 2022 at West Tallahachie Baptist Church. The burial will follow in the Enterprise Cemetery.
Blessed with a loving family, memories will continue to be shared by his wife of 36 years, Cheryl Horn Brock, three daughters, Tammy Jo Brock Rappa (Jamie) of Red Banks, Sarah Hope Brock Jarvis of Myrtle, Hanna Faith Brock Lam of Elkmon, AL, one son, Zachary Ray Brock (Gabbi) of Fort Wayne, IN, one sister, Joyce Brock Langston (Ricky) of Kissimmee, Fl, two brothers, Alton Brock (Denita) and Johnny Brock (Lisa) of New Albany.
New Albany Funeral and Cremation Care invites you to share memories with the Brock family at nafuneralsandcremations.com.
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Virginia Jo Benson
TUPELO - Virginia Josephine (Jo) Mason Benson, faithful wife, mother, and grandmother passed into eternity on April 7, 2022. She lived 97 years on this earth.
Jo was born on February 22, 1925, the only child of John Price and Mary Etta Mason. She grew up on Robins Street in Tupelo. At an early age she fell in love with music. By the time she was in high school, she was playing for worship services and other events at First Baptist Church. There was never a time when she did not look to Christ as her Savior.
She was 11 years old when the disastrous 1936 tornado struck Tupelo and in high school when Pearl Harbor was attacked.
After World War II, she met and married Jim Benson of the Brewer Community. They were married 70 years before his death in 2016. She had no aspirations other than to love her husband and care for her family. The Bensons were faithful members of Wesley United Methodist Church where she served as organist and pianist for over 40 years.
Jo was a homemaker, and Jim worked as a diesel mechanic for only one company until his retirement in the mid-80s. Both said that the retirement years were the best time of their lives. In addition to relishing their time just being together every day, one of their favorite pastimes was an afternoon drive with no destination. They particularly enjoyed the adventure of getting lost on local county backroads and riding around until they recognized a highway or landmark that would send them back home.
Friends and family were always welcomed by her sweet disposition which she maintained even in the years after her husband's death when her only desire was to see him again. During lucid moments when she remembered that one of her grandsons and his family lived in her former home, she would always say, "I just hope they are as happy as we were."
In her last years she lived with her daughter, who was also her best friend. Judy and her family lovingly cared for her every need.
She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as her daughter-in-law and son-in-law.
She will be missed and fondly remembered for demonstrating that there are few things in life more blessed than simple kindness and gentleness expressed in love and service to family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; a grandson, Justin Franks; and a great-granddaughter, Eliza Benson.
She is survived by a daughter, Judy and her husband, Shorty Franks; a son, Rusty and his wife, Ann, all of Tupelo; two granddaughters, Mason Franks of Tupelo, and Emory Kirk (Adam) of Corinth; three grandsons, Houston Franks (Meggan) of Zachary, Louisiana, Graham Benson (Peri) of Collierville, Tennessee, Kyle Benson (Gabby) of Tupelo; and ten great-grandchildren, Madsion and Patrick Franks, Reid and Knox Benson, Griffin, Elinor, and Elliot Benson, and Graci Laird, Mattie Ruth, and Mary Ford Kirk; nephew Butch Benson (Ann) of Roxboro, North Carolina; and niece Buffy Garrett of Germantown, Tennessee.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Lee Memorial Park in Verona. Rev. Bill Bradford will officiate. W.E. Pegues Funeral Directors has been entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to Mississippi Methodist Senior Services, 109 S. Broadway St., Tupelo, MS 38804; or Wesley United Methodist Church, 2010 W. Main St., Tupelo, MS 38801.
Expressions of sympathy and fond memories may be shared at www.peguesfuneralhome.com.
MEMO
Casey Lynn Jahns
TUPELO - Casey Lynn Jahns, 42, died Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Services will be on Sunday, April 10, 2022 @ 2PM at Holland Funeral Directors. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 10, 2022 from 1PM-Service Time at Holland Funeral Directors . A full obituary may be viewed at HollandFuneralDirectors.com
MEMO
Darrell Dewayne Lee
SHANNON - Darrell Dewayne Lee, 53, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at at his home in Shannon, MS. Services will be on Friday, April 8, 2022 at 12 noon at Chapel Grove West Cemetery, Okolona, MS. Bailey Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Face masks are required.
MEMO
Thomas Derrick Pickens
OKOLONA - Thomas Derrick Pickens, 50, passed away on April 5, 2022, in Okolona, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Bailey Funeral Home, Okolona, MS.
MEMO
Cornelius Carnell Vance
HOUSTON - Cornelius Carnell Vance, 35, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at his residence in Houston, MS. Services will be on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 2 pm. at Chandler Grove Cemetery, West Point, MS. Bailey Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will be on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11 am - 4 pm. at Bailey Funeral Home, 506 W. Monroe Avenue, Okolona, MS 38860. Face Masks are Required.
MEMO
Robert McIntosh Sr.
TUPELO - Robert McIntosh Sr., 62, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Services will be on Saturday April 9, 2021 at 2pm at Mullens Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday from 12 pm to 1:45pm at Community Funeral Directors - Nettleton. Burial will follow at Mullens Cemetery in Nettleton.
MEMO
Helen Patton
AMORY - Helen Patton, 93, passed away Monday, April 7, 2022, at Diversicare Nursing Center in Amory. Services will be on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at 3:30 pm at E. E. Pickle Funeral Home, Amory, MS. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 10, 2022, from 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm. at E. E. Pickle Funeral Home, Amory, MS. Burial will follow at New Chapel Cemetery.
MEMO
Timothy O'Neal Springer
TUPELO - Timothy O'Neal Springer, 53, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Services will be on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 3:00pm at The Chapel - N.L. Jones Funeral Directors, 2510 S Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS 38801. Visitation will be on Friday, April 8, 2022 from 4-6pm at N.L. Jones. Burial will follow at Porters Memorial Park. Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.nljonesandsons.com or on Facebook at N.L. Jones Funeral Directors. "A Pillar of Strength in Time of Need.".
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Glorious Brooks
SHANNON - Glorious was born on April 21, 1948 to the late Albert Brooks, Sr. and Annie Mae Richardson Brooks of Shannon, MS. She departed this earthly life from Sunshine Nursing Home in Pontotoc, MS on Wednesday afternoon, March 30, 2022.
Glorious leaves to cherish precious memories, a beautiful daughter, Tanya Wallace Crump (Jermaine) of Shannon, MS, loving sons: Maurice D. Wallace of Shannon, MS and Anthony L. Wallace (Kenya) of Houlka, MS; her precious mom, Annie Mae Richardson Brooks; brothers: Albert Brooks Jr., (Joyce), Rev. Russell Brooks all of Shannon, sisters: Delois Fields of Shannon, MS and Margaret Carouthers (Sam) of Okolona, MS; her grandchildren: Taniyah J. Wallace, Lazente D. Wallace, LaToya P. Boone, SanQueeta Meredith, Raven Jenkins and WaKetra Ivy; eight great grandchildren, a special godchild, Nicole Baker; best friends: Beatrice Buchanan of Shannon, MS, Frankie Morris of Tupelo, MS, Nellie Betts of Verona, MS, Aretha Harden of St. Louis, MO and Florence Davis of Grand Rapids, MI; a special childhood friend, Annis Jenkins of Tupelo, MS; and remembering Glorius with lots of love, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, August 9, 2022 at 11:00am at Poplar Springs C.M.E. Church in Shannon, MS. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service (10:00am-11:00am) at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.nljonesandsons.com or on Facebook at N.L. Jones Funeral Directors. "A Pillar of Strength in Time of Need."
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FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION
FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022
DEAR ABBY by Abigail Van Buren
SPARKS STILL FLYING WHEN COUPLE RECONNECT
DEAR ABBY: I reconnected with an old flame, "Ollie," eight years ago. We would see each other and catch up during a weekly event he hosted. We're both married with kids. We kept it non-physical but connected emotionally. We chatted every day and confessed our attraction to each other while still not engaging in anything more than our weekly encounters among friends.
People often assumed we were husband and wife. At the time, I was going through a horrible period in my marriage. My husband, "Pete," was emotionally abusive and one night even threatened to kill me. Pete and I went to couples counseling, and I went to counseling on my own.
During the first five years of reconnecting with Ollie, he was supportive, accepting and very kind. I fell in love with him, and he with me. We had one quick hug before I left for the holidays. When I returned, we had an intimate kiss. Then COVID hit. Obviously, there was no physical contact after that kiss, but we still talk nearly every day. We have seen each other at business functions among friends twice in three months.
Pete has actually changed and has apologized for how he treated me. We got along nicely during the quarantine. I am just no longer attracted to him. I no longer trust him. He knows nothing of my friendship with Ollie. I also don't think Ollie will ever give in to his feelings for me. What can I do? -- CONFOUNDED IN IOWA
DEAR CONFOUNDED: Go back to your counselor. You have some heavy decisions to make about how you want to live the rest of your life. Remove Ollie from the equation and ask yourself if you really want to stay married to someone to whom you are no longer attracted and no longer completely trust.
Some people are so fearful of the prospect of being alone that they stay in empty or abusive relationships. Figure out whether you have the strength to go it alone, and you will have the answer to your question.
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DEAR ABBY: I live in an over-55 condominium community in Florida. Overall, it's calm and quiet, which is why I moved here. My favorite pastime and form of exercise is to go to the pool. However, some neighbors think nothing of playing their music loudly in the pool area.
I would never subject anyone else to my taste in music in such a public arena, and I can't understand why they think they have the right to inflict it on other people without asking. I have spoken to them politely and asked that they refrain, but they continue to do exactly as they want. Any suggestions? -- DESPERATELY SEEKING PEACE AND QUIET
DEAR DESPERATELY: Because you have spoken to the neighbors about this with no success, I will offer some suggestions. The first would be to bring this to the attention of the manager and the board of directors of your condominium association. Consideration for others should not need to be written into the bylaws, but the sad reality is that sometimes it does.
Another solution could be as simple as the music lovers wearing ear buds to enjoy their music without bothering others. However, if that doesn't solve the problem, you may have to invest in noise-canceling headphones for yourself.
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Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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OXFORD — Consider Zach Evans a recruiter.
The former TCU running back arrived at Ole Miss for the spring semester after deciding to transfer from the Horned Frogs. Evans — one of the top recruits in the 2020 class — committed to the Rebels in early January, one of the first of a massive wave of transfers that wound up joining the team.
Evans takes pride in his role helping get Ole Miss on some players’ radars, including former USC quarterback Jaxson Dart and tight end Michael Trigg, once they entered the portal.
“I wanted to help get us some players,” the junior from Houston said. “I saw (Dart) and Trigg hit the portal, so obviously, I texted them … I felt like I wanted to be a recruiter.”
Evans ran for 1,063 yards and nine touchdowns in two seasons at TCU, including 648 yards in six games in 2021. A coaching change, mixed with a desire for a change in scenery and elevated competition were factors in leaving TCU. Evans’ two main options were Ole Miss and Texas A&M, he said, and he ultimately decided he wanted to leave his home state.
“Not any knock against TCU or anything. They’re a great program,” Evans said. “It’s just, the competition I wanted, the bigger stage. I just wanted that.”
Evans also said he felt he was underutilized at TCU.
“Me personally, I felt like I was underused. Not a knock off against them, not saying they don’t know what they’re doing,” Evans said. “But I just felt like I could have done a lot more, contributed a lot more to the team.”
As a runner, Evans said he looks up to a pair of very different runners — New Orleans Saints star Alvin Kamara and Cleveland Browns All-Pro Nick Chubb. Evans said he appreciates the versatility and balance of Kamara and the “aggressiveness” of Chubb.
There’s no doubt in his mind that he can be a three-down back for the Rebels, and given the departure of the team’s top-three backs from last season, Evans is going to get his chances. The expectations aren’t overwhelming to him, he said, but he does feel like he has a bit of a chip on his shoulder: He wants to show people he “can be able to adapt” to the higher level of competition he will face coming from the Big 12.
While learning a new playbook and pass protections are always an adjustment for anyone, one of the biggest changes in coming to Ole Miss has been getting used to the quick pace of play. While he did some hurry-up offense at TCU, it was a nothing like what the Rebels do.
Ole Miss ran 78.2 plays per game last season. TCU, meanwhile, ran 65.3 per game.
“That tempo is something serious,” Evans said with a laugh. “I’m not used to going that fast.”
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FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION
FOR RELEASE: SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2022
DEAR ABBY by Abigail Van Buren
WIDOW FEELS UTTERLY ISOLATED FOLLOWING HUSBAND'S PASSING
DEAR ABBY: My husband passed away four months ago, after battling cancer for years. He declined in a month, and we chose hospice at home. (I did not find them particularly caring or helpful.) This was even more depressing because it happened during COVID.
After my husband's death, all the emotional support stopped -- no family visits and no phone calls. If I don't text, I have no contact with anyone. After a marriage of 55 years, I am now totally isolated and alone. I have meltdowns at times over nothing. Sleep escapes me. Grief counseling is shut down except for Zoom, and I don't have a computer.
I know it takes years to adjust to a new way of life, but my mobility issues aren't helping. I was always independent; now I feel like a burden. It takes me forever to get around. Abby, I'm not sure how to proceed from here. Any suggestions for moving forward? -- TOO MUCH CHANGE IN FLORIDA
DEAR TOO MUCH CHANGE: Yes, I do! Place a call to your physician and tell them what's going on. Because you have no computer, peer-to-peer grief counseling by phone may be an option. There might be help for your sleep problems as well. As to your meltdowns, in time they will lessen. But you must accept that grieving is a process that takes time.
When you feel isolated, do you pick up the phone and call others, or do you expect them to do the calling? A step toward healthy independence would be to make yourself reach out and communicate with others. You might also consider adopting a dog, which would not only force you to get out of the house -- which is healthy -- but also give you an opportunity to meet others.
I know it's sometimes an effort to just get out of bed. But if you start doing these things, they are all steps in the right direction and will help you to reclaim your life.
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DEAR ABBY: When I texted my faraway sibling, "Pat," to thank them for a thoughtful gift I really liked, they said, "Oh no, the mailing labels for the boxes mailed to you and our other sibling must have been mixed up." Then Pat insisted I immediately trade gifts with our sibling. Pat immediately contacted our mutual sibling's spouse to inform them of the mix-up rather than trust me to handle the situation.
Am I wrong to feel that Pat should have left well enough alone, since I had expressed appreciation for the gift, and sent a similarly thoughtful gift to its intended sibling to rectify things? I have never been in a situation like this before, but it seems to me that I am getting the short end of the stick. -- MIXED-UP OVER THE MIXUP
DEAR MIXED-UP: Not knowing the discrepancy between the gift you received and the one your sibling received, I can't judge whether you got "the short end of the stick." But Pat should have replaced the gift received by the sibling rather than insist you relinquish the one you received. I don't blame you for being offended. The way Pat handled the situation was beyond rude.
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Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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Tiger Woods hit his first really bad tee shot of the day – a low, snipe to the left – at the par-4 14th, in Round 1 of the Masters. It was the first noticeable occasion that his right leg, which endured severe trauma during his Feb. 2021 car crash, affected his swing.
There were no issues, however, with his next swipe – regarding his right or left leg. From the pine straw, Woods took a mighty lash with his iron, recoiling like old times on the follow-through.
Woods was able to put his approach shot just over the back of the green, 12 yards from the hole. But Woods couldn't get up and down from there and made his second bogey of the day. That dropped him to even par at the time, three off the lead.
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As an Arizona native, I spent many nights at Camp Charles Pearlstein, now Camp Daisy and Harry Stein. There is something magical I feel each time we reach the camp entrance that I have never been able to put my finger on. Whether it is the cool breeze and smell from being surrounded by beautiful trees or the familiarity of the cabins, buildings and pathways, I can’t help but smile as a feeling of comfort and happiness washes over me those first moments after arriving at camp.
However, several weeks ago, that feeling was magnified beyond my imagination as I had the opportunity to spend time at Camp Stein with my family at PJ Library Family Camp. This was the fourth annual camp weekend for families (after an interruption for COVID) through PJ Library in Phoenix, and the programming was planned and run by both PJ Library director Marcy Lewis and volunteer coordinator Laura Drachler who initially spearheaded this weekend in April 2017 as a project of the Women’s Leadership Institute (WLI).
As a mentee of the WLI program, Laura’s goal was to bring a family camp to the PJ Library community. Laura has a deep connection to camp and understands the importance it has in creating a long-lasting connection to Jewish life. Each year, the weekend has been either 90% filled or full to capacity, and the magic created is indescribable.
We were able to experience a weekend packed full of amazing camp experiences together as a family and had the opportunity to connect and get to know other young families from our community in a unique and memorable way.
From the moment we arrived, we were swept up in the camp spirit as we dove right into Friday night Shabbat services, a delicious Shabbat dinner and a fun night of family and adult programming. Our kids loved staying up late with some of their friends and the most incredible counselors, while we had the opportunity to hang out with other parents and get to know each other better over drinks and snacks before all heading to bed in our cabin.
Saturday was spent enjoying services in the beautiful outdoors, hikes around camp, activity choices including ropes course, rock wall, art, music, cooking and more. With so many activities available, it was hard to choose the ones we wanted to do as a family, but we quickly found ourselves bouncing from one to the next. At night we enjoyed singing and s’mores by the campfire, a quintessential camp experience. The evening was full of laughter and fun as the adults competed in trivia and the kids spent time watching movies and having a dance party in another area of camp.
Typically our weekends are spent driving from place to place, so the fully packed weekend was something we were used to. Usually, those full weekends can be draining, but this weekend spent together at camp had the opposite effect. I found myself exhausted but filled with blissfulness, even as I did load upon load of laundry after arriving home on Sunday afternoon.
Weeks later, I fondly think of the memories we made together and remember the look of pride on our kids’ faces as they reached the top of the rock wall or end of the ropes course. They are still talking about the new friends they made and how excited they are to go back to camp for the summer. And I continue to beam with pride as I hear how connected they feel to the camp experience and Jewish life. PJ Library Family Camp was the perfect escape we didn’t know we needed, and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to connect with my family in this special way. JN
Jennifer Starrett is the content manager of JewishPhoenix, an initiative of Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Foundation.
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WASHINGTON — A California woman's encounter with a rude customer while buying her lottery ticket ended with her winning $10 million.
The California Lottery said Wednesday that LaQuedra Edwards won the top prize from a $30 200x scratcher she bought in November, 2021.
Edwards explained to lottery officials "some rude person" bumped into her while she was depositing about $40 into the machine at a Vons supermarket in Tarzana, just north of Los Angeles.
The bump caused her to accidentally hit the button for a $30 scratcher instead of her usual lower-cost tickets.
"He just bumped into me, didn’t say a thing and just walked out the door,” Edwards said in the release from the lottery agency.
When she got to the car and began scratching the covering off her ticket, Edwards said her annoyance turned to shock. The ticket was a winner, netting her $10 million.
“I didn’t really believe it at first, but I got on the 405 freeway and kept looking down at (the ticket), and I almost crashed my car,” Edwards said. “I pulled over, looked at it again and again, scanned it with my (California Lottery mobile) app, and I just kept thinking this can’t be right.”
The Vons store where she won her ticket got a $50,000 bonus from the CA Lottery for handing out the winning ticket.
As for Edwards, she said she plans to use her winnings to buy a house and start a non-profit.
It's the latest in a string of good luck for California lottery players. A ticket sold in January in Woodland Hills (about a 15-minute drive from Tarzana) won the Mega Millions jackpot worth $426 million.
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WASHINGTON — As Tax Day approaches, the IRS is reminding filers about the most common reasons for why it may take longer than expected to get their refunds.
The IRS has repeatedly said most federal refunds are issued within three weeks for those who file electronically and choose direct deposit.
But the agency stressed Thursday that some payments may take longer than 21 days and "taxpayers shouldn't rely on getting a refund by a certain date."
The Internal Revenue Service said Thursday one reason is that "some returns have errors or need more review and may take longer to process."
What can delay getting your tax refund?
The IRS is urging filers to double-check their taxes before submitting them, because any issues could delay them being filed.
Specifically, delays can happen if the return has errors, is incomplete, or if the filer is affected by identity theft or fraud.
It's also possible for a return to get delayed if the 2021 child tax credit or recovery rebate credit aren't accounted for.
RELATED: Yes, you need to claim the child tax credit on your 2021 return, even if you got advance payments
Other, more niche claims on a tax return could impact the return date as well.
Despite this year's tax season starting on Jan. 24, earlier than usual, the "great resignation" of employees across the U.S. has left the IRS with a shortage of workers. At the start of tax season, around 200 open positions were listed on the IRS recruiting website. That number remains about the same as of April 7.
Tony Reardon, president of the National Treasury Employees Union that represents IRS workers, said the agency “has a hard time recruiting because they’re up against Burger King or McDonald’s,” which offer similar pay without requiring workers to “deal with confusing rules and regulations.”
How can I track my tax return?
To check the status of your tax refund, you can use the IRS Where's My Refund? tool. The online portal becomes available 24 hours after a return is filed electronically. Anybody who filed paper forms should wait up to four weeks before checking the online tool.
If you filed electronically and haven't heard anything in at least 21 days or filed by mail and it's been at least six weeks, IRS representatives on the phone or at Taxpayer Assistance Centers can help research your refund status.
Representatives at various taxpayer assistance centers can be contacted after these time periods elapse, and numbers for the call centers are available in the Where's My Refund? portal.
When is the tax deadline? When is tax day?
The usual deadline to file your taxes is April 15, but it's pushed back when it falls on a weekend or holiday.
So this year, Tax Day is actually Monday, April 18.
That's because Emancipation Day, April 16, falls on a Saturday, so it's being observed in Washington, D.C., on April 15 this year. Because April 15 is a legal holiday in D.C., the tax return deadline can't be then.
While the Monday due date might give you a sigh of relief, it doesn't mean to wait.
The IRS says it is still working through tax forms from 2020, when they processed more than 240 million returns. Experts expect the delays this year to stretch for weeks, if not months, for many Americans.
That is especially true for those who file at the last minute, because those returns typically get processed last.
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In late March, some Verizon mobile users reported getting a suspicious text message, made all the more alarming by its sender: the user’s own phone number.
Verizon customers on Reddit, Twitter and Verizon’s community forum all shared similar stories saying they received the suspicious message. The text message Verizon customers described said some version of: “Free Msg: Your bill is paid for March. Thanks, here’s a little gift for you,” and then included a link.
THE QUESTION
Did Verizon send mobile customers a payment confirmation text message from the customers’ own phone numbers?
THE SOURCES
THE ANSWER
No, Verizon did not send mobile customers a payment confirmation text from the customers’ own phone numbers. Verizon said the messages came from “bad actors.”
WHAT WE FOUND
Verizon mobile customers reported receiving the confusing text messages that appeared to come from their own phone numbers on March 28. People who clicked on the link in the text said in community forum posts they were directed to one of two places: Either a website offering a “free” tech gift in exchange for filling out a survey and providing credit card information, or a Russian news website.
Verizon confirmed it did not send the text messages, and the messages were from what they called “bad actors.”
“Verizon has blocked the source of the recent text messaging scheme in which bad actors were sending fraudulent text messages to Verizon customers,” a Verizon spokesperson confirmed to VERIFY. “In this case, the text messages sent appeared to come from the recipient's own number.”
As to one of the links that redirected to a Russian news website, the Verizon spokesperson said: “We have no indication of Russian involvement or that any of our customers' phones were compromised.”
The New Jersey Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell called the texts a “SMiShing campaign,” which is an attempt to trick someone over text messages. The organization also said the text messages targeted customers of providers who piggyback off of Verizon’s network, such as Spectrum. It said a similar campaign targeted AT&T customers in August 2021. Posts dated to that time from AT&T’s community forum shows customers received text messages with nearly identical wording to the one Verizon customers recently received.
The fraudulent text messages are typically designed to trick people into handing over personal or financial information to scammers.
Additionally, several Verizon customer support representatives who replied to the community thread about the text messages said the messages used a tactic called “caller ID spoofing.” This tactic is more commonly used with spam calls.
“Scam artists now use technology to make a person's caller ID show their own name and phone number — making it appear as though a person is calling him or herself,” the Minnesota Attorney General’s office warns. “These scam artists are falsifying — or ‘spoofing’ — caller ID information. Spoofing scams are often perpetrated by criminal gangs located outside the state or country attempting to mask their identity and evade law enforcement.”
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Atlantic City, NJ casinos are working on big new projects
ATLANTIC CITY — The thwack of hammers and the whine of power saws are vying for attention with the beeping of slot machines and the clack of the bouncing roulette ball at many Atlantic City casinos this spring as the gambling halls spend millions on updating their properties.
The projects come as the gambling industry anticipates a busy summer with pandemic fears lessening and the casino industry seeing its business increase.
Hotel room makeovers, casino floor redesigns, new restaurants, and swimming pools are all being built this spring, with more to come later in the year.
Part of it is the usual upkeep that casinos do to gain or maintain market share, but this year the investments are particularly important as casino executives expect a banner summer with people becoming more used to living with COVID-19.
“The fact is that we're still in a recovery mode from the coronavirus pandemic; our businesses are still not at the revenue levels of 2019,” said Mark Giannantonio, president of Resorts casino. “What will help is reinvesting in the product. A lot of places are spending real money on projects this year."
The rooftop swimming pool at Resorts is being redone to make it fully enclosed but with a retractable roof and panels so that it can be open on warm days and heated on colder ones. It should be ready by late June.
The casino also is investing $5 million into new table games and slot machines, remodeling its high-limit slots area, and creating a new VIP Asian-themed room.
“We’re excited for summer in Atlantic City,” said Bill Callahan, general manager of the Ocean Casino Resort, which will roll out $100 million worth of new amenities between May and October of this year.
Ocean is finishing 12 floors of hotel rooms that were never completed when the casino first opened as Revel in 2012. At least some of the rooms are expected to be ready by July. And Ocean is redoing its sportsbook in the center of the casino and adding a new casual eatery.
Callahan said his casino has experienced “a surge in demand” since last year.
“That demand, combined with decreased travel concern regarding the pandemic and impending shore tourism, will create great energy and volume for our resort and the entire Atlantic City market,” he said.
The U.S. casino industry as a whole is off to its best two-month start in history, winning nearly $9 billion from gamblers in January and February, and casinos want to be ready for the expected surge this summer.
“There are nine different casinos here that people can choose, so you have to stay competitive,” said Michael Monty, general manager of Bally's, which is spending $100 million over five years to bring what for years had been Atlantic City's poorest-performing property back to relevance.
Their latest projects include a rotating 360-degree bar and an indoor-outdoor beer garden. They also are redoing 750 hotel rooms.
Hard Rock will spend $20 million this year on renovations including adding 70 slot machines and seven more table games; renovating its convention space, beach bar, and employee areas.
Caesars casino will start work this year on a new theater and resident show due to open in the first quarter of 2023. The project will incorporate the facade of the former Warner Theatre from 1929, which is currently part of the casino’s exterior facing the Boardwalk.
Also planned for Caesars in 2022 is a new restaurant, opened by a hospitality company involving actor Robert De Niro that also will renovate hotel rooms there. Caesars Entertainment is partnering with Nobu Hospitality for a project to be called Nobu Hotel Atlantic City.
They're not ready to reveal specifics, but Tropicana expects to add eight new food and beverage outlets this year and Harrah's will open three casual dining outlets.
And a non-casino hotel is spending big this year, too. The Showboat, a former casino, is building a $100 million year-round indoor water park next door. And its Lucky Snake arcade is adding an indoor go-kart track that should be open in May.
The Borgata and Golden Nugget declined to comment for this story, but Borgata said it will announce one or more projects later this year.
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Hundreds of solar projects in NJ are stalled and many could be cancelled
A few years ago New Jersey was considered a national leader in solar energy, but that is no longer the case.
Hundreds of industrial and commercial projects that are partially subsidized by a New Jersey Board of Public Utilities incentive program, and must be completed within a 12-month period have been stalled and put on hold because of supply chain disruption issues and other pandemic-related problems.
Inflation is making things worse
According to Fred DeSanti, the executive director of the New Jersey Solar Energy Coalition, another factor making things difficult is the rapidly rising cost of materials used in solar panels.
“We can’t change the price of electricity which is one source of our revenue, and the other source of revenue to make this work is the state program where it provides the incentives necessary for us to construct these facilities," he said.
DeSanti said solar technology continues to improve but “the materials that go into it are things that are subject to inflation. I mean you’re talking about aluminum rackings, steel rackings, glass, silicon, and a lot of the materials are just subject to inflationary pressures.”
He said when other types of companies deal with the impact of inflation they can change the prices they charge for their product, but solar companies are not able to do that because they are subject to long-term contracts.
He stressed with the state goal of converting to 100% renewable energy by 2050, expanding solar energy projects in New Jersey is vitally important, but at the moment things are stuck in neutral.
“It’s something we know how to do, it’s something I think in the future has to play a very significant role in renewable energy in New Jersey, it’s just a natural for us to have these kinds of things,” he said.
So will solar energy continue to expand?
He pointed out New Jersey’s residential solar programs are doing fine but “the bigger projects — the ones on landfills, the ones on brownfields and carports — these are the more complicated projects that are really in jeopardy at this point.”
He hopes that in the not too distant future, solar panels will look like regular roofing material that can be used on most or all new homes, and you won’t even be able to tell they are collecting the sun’s rays for energy.
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether rules will be loosened to allow for solar projects to have more time to be completed while still being eligible to l receive subsidies.
David Matthau is a reporter for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at david.matthau@townsquaremedia.com
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Jackson, NJ school official sent sex pics without consent, cops say
JACKSON — The vice president of the Board of Education was indicted on charges of cyber harassment and accused of sending images of "intimate parts" of an individual without their permission.
The indictment from a Monmouth County grand jury charges Tara Rivera with fourth-degree cyber harassment claims she sent the pictures of an individual identified only by the initials J.D. to another person identified only as N.K. on March 27, 2020, via a social media or electronic device.
The pictures were sent "with the intent to emotionally harm or place N.K. in fear of physical or emotional harm," according to the indictment.
The genders of J.D. and N.K. were not disclosed.
An additional charge
Rivera also faces a third-degree charge of invasion of privacy for sending the pictures of J.D. "in an act of sexual penetration or sexual contact" without their consent.
"The district has been informed by law enforcement that Board Vice President Tara Rivera has been indicted on charges of cyber harassment via a social network. Because this is an ongoing legal matter we are not going to comment any further," district spokeswoman Allison Erwin told New Jersey 101.5.
Rivera began her fifth year on the board in January. She has two children and has lived in Jackson for 25 years.
The Lakewood Scoop was first to report about the indictment.
Dan Alexander is a reporter for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at dan.alexander@townsquaremedia.com
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New Jersey ranked the best state to work from home
You might want to sit down for this, but you didn’t read that headline wrong. New Jersey was actually ranked the best in something positive.
Wallethub released a study about the best places to work from home with the Garden State landing at spot number one!
The study looked at the different aspects of both the work environment (cybersecurity, internet access, telecommuting) and living environment (cost of internet, price of electricity, square footage of home).
Working from home became a reality for a bunch of “non-essential” New Jerseyans since the start of the COVID pandemic in March of 2020. Some workers haven’t been to their office since.
Who could blame them? Even without the pandemic-influenced separation, I can see why people would prefer to work at home.
Besides the obvious benefit of having a short commute from your bed to your table, those working from home are avoiding the headache of Jersey potholes, slow left lane drivers, and possibly toll roads. Plus you never have to leave your fur babies if you're a pet owner!
On the other hand, I've heard that after two years of doing this, "working from home" has started feeling more like you're "living at work."
So how do you feel? If you’re still working from home, is this how to plan to continue to do your job? Let us know in our poll below.
Our neighbors in New York didn’t do so bad, they came in at number 10. Pennsylvania is all the way down at 22nd place. Coming in dead last is Alaska, which for some reason isn’t shocking to me.
You can read the entire study and how other states rank here.
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5's Kylie Moore. Any opinions expressed are Kylie's own. You can follow Kylie on Instagram.
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Worst movie that Bill Spadea and his wife got stuck watching
We had a couple of hours of downtime and a friend recommended a movie. So my wife Jodi and I settled in to watch a movie and take a few hours of necessary quiet time away from the seemingly endless writing, budgeting, organizing, speaking and other assorted activities related to our daily lives.
In addition to the radio show, I launched and currently run a film production company, Exit 19 Productions and a nonprofit issues advocacy group Common Sense Club. My wife has a home organizing business "UnclutteredNow," which she manages with her business partner and friend Amy.
With the spring and summer ahead and my road schedule with several town halls each week promoting our "Parental Bill of Rights," we're busy — even as new empty nesters. So downtime is hard to come by. I'm sure you're in the same boat with jobs, kids and family obligations!
The problem with picking a movie or series to watch is well ... trying to narrow down the choices and actually picking the movie. Takes as much time to choose as it does to watch. So we love recommendations from trusted friends.
This week a friend recommended "Dune," the remake of the awful movie from the '80s. She warned us that it started slow ... if by "slow" she meant the first hour and a half, then she was spot on! It was terrible. Two and a half hours long, confusing with low whispers and then loud explosions. Trying to keep you with the soundboard was an exhausting task. We didn't even finish it. So I don't know how it ends.
Spoiler alert, you can tell me because I don't plan on watching the rest.
Worst part? This movie was labeled "Part One."
What's your best/worst movie or series that you've seen recently? Hit me up on our free New Jersey 101.5 App and let me know!
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. Any opinions expressed are Bill's own. Bill Spadea is on the air weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., talkin’ Jersey, taking your calls at 1-800-283-1015.
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2 suspects arrested after shooting at Town Center at Boca Raton
Two men are in custody after a person was shot and robbed Wednesday evening at the Town Center at Boca Raton.
Police said in a written statement that when an officer arrived they found a man with a gunshot wound to his leg outside the mall entrance of Saks Fifth Avenue.
The victim told police that he and his three friends were walking at the mall, outside of Saks Fifth Avenue, when two people that he didn't know approached them and began "mean-muggin" them.
Dictionary.com defines "mean-muggin" as an "act of glowering at someone with an intimidating, irritated, or judgmental facial expression."
A fight broke out between the groups and one of the men pulled out a gun, shooting the victim in the leg.
Police said the attackers then took cash that fell out of the victim's pocket and fled the area.
An officer that arrived at the scene witnessed the driver of a silver Toyota Camry leaving the mall at a high rate of speed.
The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver fled before crashing at Butts and Glades Road.
After a short foot chase, the two suspects, a 17-year-old from West Palm Beach and Carlos Peavy Jr., 18, of Riviera Beach were arrested.
Police said three firearms were recovered from the vehicle.
The case is still under investigation. The public is urged to contact Detective Scott Hanley at 561-338-1344 if they can help in the case.
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Child struck by vehicle on Avenue S in Riviera Beach
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 5:06 PM EDT|Updated: 27 minutes ago
A child was struck by a vehicle Thursday afternoon in Riviera Beach.
Riviera Beach police said the child was a pedestrian who was struck in the 2200 block of Avenue S.
Police said the child was taken to a hospital and the driver remained at the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
Police said a block of Avenue S was closed during the investigation.
The child's condition was not immediately known.
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Community cleans up man’s storm damage after wife taken off life support
WETUMPKA, Ala. (WSFA/Gray News) - An Alabama community is rallying behind a man whose property was severely damaged by Tuesday’s storms.
A likely tornado devastated Frank Senn’s home in Wetumpka the same day his wife was taken off of life support at a hospital in Birmingham, WSFA reports.
The retired veteran’s wife, Glenda, fell down the stairs and broke her neck two weeks ago, severing her spinal cord. Eventually, doctors told him there was nothing else they could do for his wife, and the decision was made to take her off life support.
Senn said his wife has not yet passed away but will spend her remaining days off life support at a care facility.
“They are going to put her in a room until she passes away,” Frank Senn said. “They are going to keep her comfortable.”
Less than 24 hours after Senn’s property was hit by severe weather, there was an outpouring of support for him and his family.
“There were vehicles lined up with folks coming to help,” Frank’s elder son Jon Senn said. “The love and outpouring of support that’s come out to help my father and our ranch farm has been amazing.”
Volunteers, churches and tree removal companies reached out to the Senns. Mike’s Tree Service in Elmore County spent the better part of Wednesday cutting and hauling away trees. The company plans to spend several more days on the property to complete the job.
“We came out, cut down probably six or seven trees so far. Going to come back tomorrow. Still got about probably two days’ worth of work,” David Stafford with Mike’s Tree Service said. “We all pray that everything works out.”
“I tried to feed them earlier, and they said they didn’t come out here for food, they didn’t come for drink, they didn’t come for money. They come to help a neighbor,” Jon Senn said.
Frank Senn was not able to be at his home the day after the storm. He was in Birmingham, spending every last minute he can with his wife.
“He was going to come down here and look, but he had to get up there with my mama,” Jon Senn said.
Clearing up the debris helped uncover memories of Glenda. Jon Senn found a rocking chair of his mother’s from when she was a child.
“I climbed up there and I got my mama’s rocking chair,” Jon Senn said, pointing to the barn. “I ain’t about to lose that.”
The pieces left behind are memories the family said they will hold even closer to their hearts now.
Frank Senn is a retired veteran. He and his wife have been married for over 40 years.
The family is accepting financial contributions through the Cash App account $rangerfarms. The family said funds will go to support other veterans in the area who need help.
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DeSantis bestows medal of freedom to Nuremberg trials prosecutor
Gov. Ron DeSantis was Boca Raton on Thursday afternoon to honor a hero of the World War II era.
DeSantis wast at Florida Atlantic University where he awarded the governor's medal of freedom to Benjamin Ferencz, who was an investigator of Nazi war crimes after World War II and a prosecutor during the Nuremberg trials.
The governor's medal of freedom is the highest award that the state can bestow on an individual.
DeSantis said he hopes to further the legacy of people like Ferencz and use their stories of inspiration to teach generations to come.
"If it weren't for people like him, you would not have the fortitude that I think we all share, never again to let this happen, and so I think this is a phenomenal award," DeSantis said.
During the ceremony, he also signed a bill making the medal of freedom a part of Florida law.
Ferencz, who is 102 years old, lives in Delray Beach.
He was honored by Palm Beach County commissioners in November, who declared Nov. 5, 2021, as "Benjamin Ferencz Law Not War Day."
DeSantis was in Palm Beach County last week where he announced for the second-straight year that first responders throughout the state of Florida will receive a $1,000 bonus.
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Getting COVID twice in 3 months? CDC reports it is happening
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 5:18 PM EDT|Updated: 15 minutes ago
(CNN) - A recent study found it’s possible to get COVID twice in less than three months.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified 10 people who had this happen. They were initially infected with the delta variant and then reinfected with omicron.
Researchers used genome sequencing to confirm which virus variants sickened each person.
The shortest interval between reinfection was 23 days, and most of the patients were not vaccinated.
According to the CDC, people who get over COVID are typically immune from becoming reinfected for about six months. But immunity appears to change when it comes to other variants.
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Kids playing with loaded gun leads to fatal shooting of 14-year-old girl, sheriff says
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX/Gray News) - A 14-year-old girl died in what authorities call an unintentional shooting after a group of kids were playing with a loaded gun.
WLOX reports Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said the shooting occurred earlier this week at a duplex in the Bayside Park community.
According to the sheriff, a 10-year-old and a 15-year-old walked over to a 14-year-old girl and her 10-year-old brother’s home to hang out.
The two kids who were visiting reportedly brought two guns with them, and all four kids then went into a bedroom, according to police.
The sheriff said the guns ended up on a bed when one of the kids picked one up. Thinking it was empty, the juvenile pointed the weapon toward the 14-year-old girl and pulled the trigger.
A shot was fired, and a bullet struck the girl below her left eye. She died instantly, according to the sheriff.
Authorities later identified the teen killed as Alexis Sky Pierson.
The sheriff said the investigation has determined the shooting was not intentional. But the case will be taken to Hancock County Youth Court to decide any charges in the incident.
No adults are currently charged with any crime. However, the sheriff said it’s too soon to tell if any future charges will be filed, and the investigation is ongoing.
Kolby Sims, a neighbor, said he has lived near Pierson for over three years and was with another neighbor outside when the shooting happened. He said they heard a loud thud and thought the children dropped something before all the kids started running out.
Sims said the neighborhood kids often play together, including his younger brother. He said he was devastated once he found out a gunshot caused the noise.
“It just made me sick to my stomach, especially so close to my little brother and me having a son of my own. It hits different,” Sims said.
Alexis’ great-grandmother Polly Boswell described the teen as an angel who loved her family and had the biggest heart.
“She’s been special since she was little. I can’t really describe what it was about her. It’s like she just shined with love. " Boswell said. “There was just something about her that you knew that she was special.”
Alexis, also known as Lexi, was a sixth-grade student at Hancock Middle School. The school district released a statement Wednesday afternoon expressing their profound sadness:
“We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family during this difficult time,” the statement read. “Today, counselors, teachers and other support staff have been, and will continue to be, available to students, staff, and parents. How children react in these situations varies. Children may ask questions about death, be sad or afraid. We encourage parents to listen to their children and if they want to talk, answer his or her questions simply and honestly.”
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Man drives over 100 mph while drunk, killing 2 women, unborn child, police say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) – A man in Nebraska is accused of killing two women, one of them pregnant, when he crashed into their vehicle driving faster than 100 mph while drunk, prosecutors say.
Court documents filed Wednesday show that Zachary Paulison, 22, left Addy’s bar — where a bartender offered to call him a ride — five minutes before the crash on March 31. Documents say he was on the road for just three minutes, reaching a maximum speed of 104.7 miles, before he crashed into the victims’ vehicle at 102.3 mph. Crash investigators found no indicators of braking before Paulison hit the other vehicle.
Sara Zimmerman, 37, a corrections officer at the Douglas County Jail who was eight months pregnant, and Amanda Schook, 38, died at the crash scene.
That night, a blood draw indicated Paulison had a 0.161 blood alcohol content, records state. He was taken to a hospital with serious injuries after the crash.
Investigators found that Paulison had several drinks over the course of two hours at The Mark before heading to Addy’s at 7:27 p.m. that evening. He also tested positive for cannabinoids, court records state.
Paulison made his first appearance in court on Thursday. He was booked Wednesday into Sarpy County Jail on two counts of DUI motor vehicle homicide, Class 2A felonies; and one count of death of an unborn child, a Class 3A felony that could carry a sentence of up to three years.
“This is a primary example of one of the worst scenarios when you drive drunk,” Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine said. “How many times does this have to happen before people change their behavior?”
Paulison’s bond was set at $1 million.
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Microplastics found in lungs of living humans for the first time, study says
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:44 PM EDT|Updated: 50 minutes ago
(CNN) – According to a new study, scientists are finding microplastic particles in the lungs of living people.
Microplastics come from plastic in the environment when it shears into tiny pieces. They’ve been found in the ocean and drinking water, soil, air and food, but this is the first time they’ve been detected in living lungs.
In a study published in Science of the Total Environment, the authors say it suggests people are inhaling the plastic particles.
The researchers looked at lung samples taken during routine surgeries on 13 people, and found 12 different types of plastic embedded in the lungs.
The health consequences of exposure to microplastics are still unknown.
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Palm Beach County student publishes novel
When you walk into a high school library, you expect to see books written by hundreds of authors.
But at Palm Beach Central High School in Wellington, one of the authors is one of their own.
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Dozens of students lined up Thursday for a signed copy of "70 Meters" about a floating city called New Atlantis. The author is their own classmate, 16-year-old Ryan Snider.
"Pretty ecstatic is really the only word to describe it," Snider said. "I wrote a book, I got it published. People are coming here to support me. It’s amazing."
Author Stephen Kozan published Snider's book after a virtual visit with Palm Beach Central High School students last year.
"They become authors for the day and submit a one-page fictional story idea," Kozan said. "After that I collect all of the flash fictions, select finalists."
Snider's flash fiction was the first chapter of "70 Meters," and that’s what won him the publishing deal. After about a year of hard work, he produced a 281-page novel.
Kozan said he picked Snider's story because his creativity and imagination just came off the page.
"I believe this works for the future, for colleges," Kozan said. "If you can say, I published a book, that’s a pretty big deal. So I think of myself more as an incubator publishing company that can help propel students into further opportunities in the future."
Snider's passion for writing started years ago, along with his twin brother.
"I started writing seriously in middle school. And back then it was just me, my brother, and my friends, and my teacher," Snider said. "But now I see all these other people I know and don’t know asking me to sign their books, and it’s kinda like, it hasn’t fully sunk in."
But the teen admits, his creative process sometimes gets him into trouble.
"An idea that pops in my head, if I don’t have my notebook, I'll pull out my phone and I'll type it down," Snider said. "And they're always like, stop texting! Get off social media! And I'm like, I'm not. I'm writing. I got an idea."
Snider develops a relationship with his characters.
"They are the ones telling me the story," Snider said. "So whenever I get writer's block, they’re not talking to me. They’re not telling me the story. So I have to dig deeper. I have to find out what’s going on and then they’ll start talking."
"We have amazing students at this school," said Principal Darren Edgecomb. "I am beaming with pride."
With his principal, family members, and classmates surrounding him Thursday, Snider said he hopes this is just the beginning.
"I have currently 10 other story projects that I'm working on, including the sequel to this book," Snider said. "Another series that me and my brother are co-authoring."
So while this may be Snider's first book signing, it certainly won't be his last.
Kozan is visiting other Palm Beach County schools this week and does his publishing contest all over the country.
To purchase a copy of "70 Meters," click here.
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Tiger Woods thrills patrons with Masters comeback
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:31 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Tiger Woods is back.
Walking with the slightest hint of a limp after a devastating car wreck that could've cost him his right leg, Woods sent the Masters patrons into an uproar with his solid play in the opening round.
RELATED: Tiger Woods timeline: From last Masters win to present
After five straight pars, Woods delivered a vintage tee shot at the par-3 sixth. The ball stopped 2 feet short of the flag for the tap-in birdie.
Woods had a sloppy bogey at No. 8, but he bounced back with a birdie at the 13th that put him solidly in contention as he approaches the end of his round.
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Unlicensed massage therapist charged with sexually battering client, police say
RUSKIN, Fla. (Gray News) - A man in Florida is facing four counts of sexual battery after he victimized a massage client, according to police.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) said Jose Garcia, 68, claimed to be a massage therapist and has been providing massage services for at least 12 years out of his home in Ruskin, about 27 miles south of Tampa. However, detectives found no evidence that Garcia is a licensed massage therapist. Garcia claimed he received his training in Mexico.
According to the HCSO, a woman suffering from back pain contacted Garcia on March 29 about receiving a massage. The woman booked an appointment with him and drove to his home for the service. Officials said Garcia then sexually battered the victim during the massage.
The HCSO said Garcia admitted to the crimes. He is facing four counts of sexual battery, but more charges could be forthcoming.
Most of Garcia’s clients only speak Spanish, but the HCSO said they have “talented, caring, and bilingual deputies” who are ready to help more potential victims if they come forward.
“This is a man who took advantage of people who came to him seeking help for their ailments,” Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said. “Our fear now is that there are more victims out there who may not speak English or know they can come forward to report these crimes.”
Detectives are asking anyone who feels they are a victim of Garcia to contact the HCSO at 813-247-8200.
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Community cleans up man’s storm damage after wife taken off life support
WETUMPKA, Ala. (WSFA/Gray News) - An Alabama community is rallying behind a man whose property was severely damaged by Tuesday’s storms.
A likely tornado devastated Frank Senn’s home in Wetumpka the same day his wife was taken off of life support at a hospital in Birmingham, WSFA reports.
The retired veteran’s wife, Glenda, fell down the stairs and broke her neck two weeks ago, severing her spinal cord. Eventually, doctors told him there was nothing else they could do for his wife, and the decision was made to take her off life support.
Senn said his wife has not yet passed away but will spend her remaining days off life support at a care facility.
“They are going to put her in a room until she passes away,” Frank Senn said. “They are going to keep her comfortable.”
Less than 24 hours after Senn’s property was hit by severe weather, there was an outpouring of support for him and his family.
“There were vehicles lined up with folks coming to help,” Frank’s elder son Jon Senn said. “The love and outpouring of support that’s come out to help my father and our ranch farm has been amazing.”
Volunteers, churches and tree removal companies reached out to the Senns. Mike’s Tree Service in Elmore County spent the better part of Wednesday cutting and hauling away trees. The company plans to spend several more days on the property to complete the job.
“We came out, cut down probably six or seven trees so far. Going to come back tomorrow. Still got about probably two days’ worth of work,” David Stafford with Mike’s Tree Service said. “We all pray that everything works out.”
“I tried to feed them earlier, and they said they didn’t come out here for food, they didn’t come for drink, they didn’t come for money. They come to help a neighbor,” Jon Senn said.
Frank Senn was not able to be at his home the day after the storm. He was in Birmingham, spending every last minute he can with his wife.
“He was going to come down here and look, but he had to get up there with my mama,” Jon Senn said.
Clearing up the debris helped uncover memories of Glenda. Jon Senn found a rocking chair of his mother’s from when she was a child.
“I climbed up there and I got my mama’s rocking chair,” Jon Senn said, pointing to the barn. “I ain’t about to lose that.”
The pieces left behind are memories the family said they will hold even closer to their hearts now.
Frank Senn is a retired veteran. He and his wife have been married for over 40 years.
The family is accepting financial contributions through the Cash App account $rangerfarms. The family said funds will go to support other veterans in the area who need help.
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Friday Forecast: Not as windy...but still breezy and cool
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The area of low pressure responsible for the high winds of the past few days will finally push out of our region...
The end of the workweek and upcoming weekend will usher in some modest improvements in our weather conditions. Friday won’t be nearly as windy as it’s been...but will still be breezy and quite cool for early-April. Morning clouds...brisk winds and chilly temperatures mean a cold start to your day. Skies will turn mostly sunny as the day wears on...but northwest winds will keep highs in the 50s. Lighter winds and mainly clear skies will mean your weekend starts out quite cold...with Saturday morning temperatures in the low-to-mid 20s. Our “average” low right now is in the middle 30s. Mostly sunny skies and a south breeze will warm us into the 60s and 70s statewide by Saturday afternoon...with the warmest readings found over the western-half of the state. A frontal boundary will then move into western Nebraska on Sunday...setting the stage for cloudier and somewhat cooler temperatures there...while eastern Nebraska enjoys partly sunny skies and readings back into the 60s. There will be a small chance for precipitation by Sunday night. Next week continues to look quite “interesting”...with a chance for rain...possibly thunderstorms...and even some snow as another spring storm system impacts the Central Plains. Look for another week of unsettled weather ahead...and stay up-to-date on the latest forecasts.
Lows tonight will drop into the low 20s-to-low 30s...and with the brisk northwest winds it will “feel” like it’s in the teens.
Highs on Friday will range from the low 50s to around 60°.
Lows by early Saturday morning will again fall back into the 20s...and even with a lighter south wind...the “feels like” readings for a lot of locations will be in the teens.
Highs on Saturday should reach the 60s and 70s under mostly sunny skies and a south breeze...with the warmer numbers in the west.
Highs on Sunday will be mainly in the 50s and 60s...and this time the warmer readings will be over eastern Nebraska.
The 7-Day Outlook is typical for this time of year...and kind of messy...but we could sure use the moisture. Parts of the state maybe looking at rain AND snow...while other parts of Nebraska could flirt with some severe thunderstorm chances...stay tuned.
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Getting COVID twice in 3 months? CDC reports it is happening
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:18 PM CDT|Updated: 26 minutes ago
(CNN) - A recent study found it’s possible to get COVID twice in less than three months.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified 10 people who had this happen. They were initially infected with the delta variant and then reinfected with omicron.
Researchers used genome sequencing to confirm which virus variants sickened each person.
The shortest interval between reinfection was 23 days, and most of the patients were not vaccinated.
According to the CDC, people who get over COVID are typically immune from becoming reinfected for about six months. But immunity appears to change when it comes to other variants.
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Kids playing with loaded gun leads to fatal shooting of 14-year-old girl, sheriff says
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX/Gray News) - A 14-year-old girl died in what authorities call an unintentional shooting after a group of kids were playing with a loaded gun.
WLOX reports Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said the shooting occurred earlier this week at a duplex in the Bayside Park community.
According to the sheriff, a 10-year-old and a 15-year-old walked over to a 14-year-old girl and her 10-year-old brother’s home to hang out.
The two kids who were visiting reportedly brought two guns with them, and all four kids then went into a bedroom, according to police.
The sheriff said the guns ended up on a bed when one of the kids picked one up. Thinking it was empty, the juvenile pointed the weapon toward the 14-year-old girl and pulled the trigger.
A shot was fired, and a bullet struck the girl below her left eye. She died instantly, according to the sheriff.
Authorities later identified the teen killed as Alexis Sky Pierson.
The sheriff said the investigation has determined the shooting was not intentional. But the case will be taken to Hancock County Youth Court to decide any charges in the incident.
No adults are currently charged with any crime. However, the sheriff said it’s too soon to tell if any future charges will be filed, and the investigation is ongoing.
Kolby Sims, a neighbor, said he has lived near Pierson for over three years and was with another neighbor outside when the shooting happened. He said they heard a loud thud and thought the children dropped something before all the kids started running out.
Sims said the neighborhood kids often play together, including his younger brother. He said he was devastated once he found out a gunshot caused the noise.
“It just made me sick to my stomach, especially so close to my little brother and me having a son of my own. It hits different,” Sims said.
Alexis’ great-grandmother Polly Boswell described the teen as an angel who loved her family and had the biggest heart.
“She’s been special since she was little. I can’t really describe what it was about her. It’s like she just shined with love. " Boswell said. “There was just something about her that you knew that she was special.”
Alexis, also known as Lexi, was a sixth-grade student at Hancock Middle School. The school district released a statement Wednesday afternoon expressing their profound sadness:
“We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family during this difficult time,” the statement read. “Today, counselors, teachers and other support staff have been, and will continue to be, available to students, staff, and parents. How children react in these situations varies. Children may ask questions about death, be sad or afraid. We encourage parents to listen to their children and if they want to talk, answer his or her questions simply and honestly.”
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Microplastics found in lungs of living humans for the first time, study says
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 3:44 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) – According to a new study, scientists are finding microplastic particles in the lungs of living people.
Microplastics come from plastic in the environment when it shears into tiny pieces. They’ve been found in the ocean and drinking water, soil, air and food, but this is the first time they’ve been detected in living lungs.
In a study published in Science of the Total Environment, the authors say it suggests people are inhaling the plastic particles.
The researchers looked at lung samples taken during routine surgeries on 13 people, and found 12 different types of plastic embedded in the lungs.
The health consequences of exposure to microplastics are still unknown.
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Multi-vehicle crash near 27th and Capitol Parkway
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:24 PM CDT|Updated: 20 minutes ago
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious crash near 27th Street and Capitol Parkway in Lincoln.
The crash was reported Thursday around 3:45 p.m.
It appears more the one vehicle was involved in the crash.
Stay with 1011now.com for updates on this developing story.
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Nebraska legislature overrides vetoes, amends incentives for hiring felons
LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska state senators on Thursday voted to override Gov. Pete Ricketts’ line-item vetoes on three budget bills.
LB-1011: Approved on a 42-3-4 vote, which was more than the 38-4-7 when it was given to the governor before his veto. The governor vetoed $51.8 million in that bill which included money for four programs within HHS: Behavioral Health Aid, Child Welfare Aid, Developmental Disability Aid, and Medicaid. Also two programs under the Nebraska Supreme Court: Juvenile Justice and Probation Community Corrections.
LB-1012: Approved on a 42-3-4 vote, which was more than the 34-6-9 when it was given to the governor before his veto. This transfers funds from Prison Overcrowding Contingency Fund to the Vocational and Life Skills Programming Fund. The line item veto eliminated the transfer of $14 million from the Governor’s Emergency Cash Fund to the Cash Reserve Fund to help hospitals through the pandemic. Gov. Ricketts said there was adequate funding from the CARES Act. He had also eliminated $15 million transfer from Prison Overcrowding Contingency Fund to Vocational and Life Skills Programming Fund. Also, $4.8 million had been eliminated for community apprenticeship and restorative justice programs.
LB-1013: Approved on a 41-5-3 vote, which was more than the 33-5-11 when it was given to the governor before his veto. The governor’s line-item veto slashed half of $8.3 million that will be used to complete the MoPac trail, a bike trail that will eventually connect Omaha and Lincoln. Gov. Ricketts had said private funding must be part of the solution to balance taxpayer dollars.
The Nebraska State Chamber applauded the Unicameral efforts.
“A dynamic, growing economy with lots to do and cutting-edge job opportunities is critical to attracting and retaining more people in Nebraska, especially our talented, young generations entering the workforce,” Chamber President Bryan Slone said. “You get less of what you tax, and Nebraskans need more right now – more in their pockets to support their families, more private investment, more innovation, more high-tech jobs. We appreciate the work of our state leaders in helping us build a game-changing strategy for growth.”
In issuing his line-item vetoes Monday, Ricketts said:
“The budget items contained in these bills raise General Fund appropriations for FY 2022-23 by 5.9 percent. It’s important that we strike the appropriate balance between calibrating government spending and returning excess revenue back to the people. That is how we responsibly steward taxpayer money. With that in mind, I’ve chosen to line-item veto certain spending items that will allow tax relief to succeed.”
Also on Thursday, state senators passed LB-917 with a 46-0-2 vote. It provides an incentive for businesses to hire convicted felons. However, a late amendment was introduced by State Sen. Justine Wayne of Omaha. He called it a strange request that some members of the business community came to him. They told him that giving them a tax credit of 25 percent of the wages paid by the employer was too much. So, the late amendment was passed that reduced it to 10 percent. After the amendment was approved, it advanced on a voice vote to final reading.
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Shooter kills 2, wounds several in central Tel Aviv
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An attacker opened fire in a crowded restaurant district in central Tel Aviv on Thursday evening, killing at least two people and wounding several others before fleeing into a dense residential area, Israeli officials said.
Police said there were “indications” it was a terrorist attack — the fourth deadly assault in Israel in less than three weeks at a time of heightened Israeli-Palestinian tensions. The militant Hamas group that rules the Gaza Strip praised the attack but did not claim responsibility.
Hours after the shooting, the suspected gunman remained at large. Hundreds of Israeli police officers, canine units, and army special forces were conducting a massive manhunt in central Tel Aviv, searching building by building through the densely populated residential neighborhoods.
Amichai Eshed, the Tel Aviv police commander, said the shooter opened fire into a crowded bar at around 9 p.m. and then fled the scene.
“Our working assumption is that he is still in the vicinity,” he told reporters. “As of right now, there are indications pointing to this being a terrorist attack, but I have to be very delicate about this, and say that we are also checking other leads.”
Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency service said it received reports of a shooting at “several scenes” around downtown Tel Aviv. It said two men around 30 years old were killed. Another seven people were wounded, three of them seriously, it said.
At least one shooting took place on Dizengoff Street, a central thoroughfare. Dizengoff Street has been the scene of several deadly attacks over the years. Most recently, an Arab citizen of Israel shot and killed two Israelis and wounded several others on the street in January 2016.
The popular nightlife area was packed on Thursday evening, the beginning of the Israeli weekend.
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was monitoring the situation from the Israeli military headquarters, which is also in downtown Tel Aviv, his office said.
Tensions have been high after a series of attacks by Palestinian assailants killed 11 people just ahead of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan, which began nearly a week ago. Last year, protests and clashes in Jerusalem during Ramadan ignited an 11-day Gaza war.
Israeli, Jordanian and Palestinian leaders have held a flurry of meetings in recent weeks, and Israel has taken a number of steps aimed at calming tensions, including issuing thousands of additional work permits for Palestinians from the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip.
Prior to the attack, Israel had said it would allow women, children and men over 40 from the occupied West Bank to pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem on Friday, the first weekly prayers of Ramadan. Tens of thousands were expected to attend.
The mosque is the third holiest site in Islam and sits on a hilltop that is the most sacred site for Jews, who refer to it as the Temple Mount. The holy site has long been a flashpoint for Israeli-Palestinian violence.
Israel has worked to sideline the Palestinian issue in recent years, instead focusing on forging alliances with Arab states against Iran. But the century-old conflict remains as intractable as ever.
Israel captured east Jerusalem, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Mideast war. The Palestinians want all three territories to form their future state. The last serious and substantive peace talks broke down more than a decade ago, and Prime Minister Bennett is opposed to Palestinian statehood.
Israel annexed east Jerusalem in a move not recognized internationally and considers the entire city to be its capital. It is building and expanding Jewish settlements in the West Bank, which most of the international community considers illegal.
It withdrew soldiers and settlers from Gaza in 2005, but along with neighboring Egypt it imposed a crippling blockade on the territory after the militant Hamas group seized power from rival Palestinian forces two years later. Israel and Hamas have fought four wars since then.
Hamas spokesman Abdelatif Al-Qanou said late Thursday that the “the heroic attack in the heart of the (Israeli) entity has struck the Zionist security system and proved our people’s ability to hurt the occupation.”
On March 29, a 27-year-old Palestinian from the West Bank methodically gunned down people in the central town of Bnei Brak, killing five. Two days earlier, a shooting attack by two Islamic State sympathizers in the central city of Hadera killed two police officers. The week before, an IS sympathizer killed four people in a car-ramming and stabbing attack in the southern city of Beersheba. The Hadera and Beersheba attacks were carried out by Palestinian citizens of Israel.
The recent attacks appear to have been carried out by lone assailants, perhaps with the help of accomplices. No Palestinian militant group has claimed them, though Hamas has welcomed the attacks.
Israel says the conflict stems from the Palestinians’ refusal to accept its existence as a Jewish state and blames attacks in part on incitement on social media. Palestinians say such attacks are the inevitable result of a nearly 55-year military occupation that shows no sign of ending.
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Krauss reported from Jerusalem. Associated Press writer Ilan Ben Zion in Jerusalem contributed to this report.
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Unlicensed massage therapist charged with sexually battering client, police say
RUSKIN, Fla. (Gray News) - A man in Florida is facing four counts of sexual battery after he victimized a massage client, according to police.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) said Jose Garcia, 68, claimed to be a massage therapist and has been providing massage services for at least 12 years out of his home in Ruskin, about 27 miles south of Tampa. However, detectives found no evidence that Garcia is a licensed massage therapist. Garcia claimed he received his training in Mexico.
According to the HCSO, a woman suffering from back pain contacted Garcia on March 29 about receiving a massage. The woman booked an appointment with him and drove to his home for the service. Officials said Garcia then sexually battered the victim during the massage.
The HCSO said Garcia admitted to the crimes. He is facing four counts of sexual battery, but more charges could be forthcoming.
Most of Garcia’s clients only speak Spanish, but the HCSO said they have “talented, caring, and bilingual deputies” who are ready to help more potential victims if they come forward.
“This is a man who took advantage of people who came to him seeking help for their ailments,” Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said. “Our fear now is that there are more victims out there who may not speak English or know they can come forward to report these crimes.”
Detectives are asking anyone who feels they are a victim of Garcia to contact the HCSO at 813-247-8200.
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Community cleans up man’s storm damage after wife taken off life support
WETUMPKA, Ala. (WSFA/Gray News) - An Alabama community is rallying behind a man whose property was severely damaged by Tuesday’s storms.
A likely tornado devastated Frank Senn’s home in Wetumpka the same day his wife was taken off of life support at a hospital in Birmingham, WSFA reports.
The retired veteran’s wife, Glenda, fell down the stairs and broke her neck two weeks ago, severing her spinal cord. Eventually, doctors told him there was nothing else they could do for his wife, and the decision was made to take her off life support.
Senn said his wife has not yet passed away but will spend her remaining days off life support at a care facility.
“They are going to put her in a room until she passes away,” Frank Senn said. “They are going to keep her comfortable.”
Less than 24 hours after Senn’s property was hit by severe weather, there was an outpouring of support for him and his family.
“There were vehicles lined up with folks coming to help,” Frank’s elder son Jon Senn said. “The love and outpouring of support that’s come out to help my father and our ranch farm has been amazing.”
Volunteers, churches and tree removal companies reached out to the Senns. Mike’s Tree Service in Elmore County spent the better part of Wednesday cutting and hauling away trees. The company plans to spend several more days on the property to complete the job.
“We came out, cut down probably six or seven trees so far. Going to come back tomorrow. Still got about probably two days’ worth of work,” David Stafford with Mike’s Tree Service said. “We all pray that everything works out.”
“I tried to feed them earlier, and they said they didn’t come out here for food, they didn’t come for drink, they didn’t come for money. They come to help a neighbor,” Jon Senn said.
Frank Senn was not able to be at his home the day after the storm. He was in Birmingham, spending every last minute he can with his wife.
“He was going to come down here and look, but he had to get up there with my mama,” Jon Senn said.
Clearing up the debris helped uncover memories of Glenda. Jon Senn found a rocking chair of his mother’s from when she was a child.
“I climbed up there and I got my mama’s rocking chair,” Jon Senn said, pointing to the barn. “I ain’t about to lose that.”
The pieces left behind are memories the family said they will hold even closer to their hearts now.
Frank Senn is a retired veteran. He and his wife have been married for over 40 years.
The family is accepting financial contributions through the Cash App account $rangerfarms. The family said funds will go to support other veterans in the area who need help.
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Deadline nears for Start-Up Event Grant applications
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – There is one week left for community members to apply for up to $3,000 through the Rochester Downtown Alliance’s (RDA) Start-Up Event Grant.
According to RDA, individuals, businesses, or organizations looking to host a new, one-time event or event series, a passive program, or an activity within the RDA’s 44-block special service district may apply for up to $3,000 per recipient.
The applications are due by 11:59 p.m. April 15, 2022.
Grant guidelines also include additional priority given to applications that utilize downtown alleyways, riverfront paths and public spaces, vacant/underutilized spaces, or prominent intersections downtown, and are hosted on the weekends.
A total of $10,000 will be awarded to recipients through the Start-Up Event Grant fund.
Grant guidelines and the application can be found here.
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Getting COVID twice in 3 months? CDC reports it is happening
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:18 PM CDT|Updated: 37 minutes ago
(CNN) - A recent study found it’s possible to get COVID twice in less than three months.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified 10 people who had this happen. They were initially infected with the delta variant and then reinfected with omicron.
Researchers used genome sequencing to confirm which virus variants sickened each person.
The shortest interval between reinfection was 23 days, and most of the patients were not vaccinated.
According to the CDC, people who get over COVID are typically immune from becoming reinfected for about six months. But immunity appears to change when it comes to other variants.
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Kids playing with loaded gun leads to fatal shooting of 14-year-old girl, sheriff says
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX/Gray News) - A 14-year-old girl died in what authorities call an unintentional shooting after a group of kids were playing with a loaded gun.
WLOX reports Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said the shooting occurred earlier this week at a duplex in the Bayside Park community.
According to the sheriff, a 10-year-old and a 15-year-old walked over to a 14-year-old girl and her 10-year-old brother’s home to hang out.
The two kids who were visiting reportedly brought two guns with them, and all four kids then went into a bedroom, according to police.
The sheriff said the guns ended up on a bed when one of the kids picked one up. Thinking it was empty, the juvenile pointed the weapon toward the 14-year-old girl and pulled the trigger.
A shot was fired, and a bullet struck the girl below her left eye. She died instantly, according to the sheriff.
Authorities later identified the teen killed as Alexis Sky Pierson.
The sheriff said the investigation has determined the shooting was not intentional. But the case will be taken to Hancock County Youth Court to decide any charges in the incident.
No adults are currently charged with any crime. However, the sheriff said it’s too soon to tell if any future charges will be filed, and the investigation is ongoing.
Kolby Sims, a neighbor, said he has lived near Pierson for over three years and was with another neighbor outside when the shooting happened. He said they heard a loud thud and thought the children dropped something before all the kids started running out.
Sims said the neighborhood kids often play together, including his younger brother. He said he was devastated once he found out a gunshot caused the noise.
“It just made me sick to my stomach, especially so close to my little brother and me having a son of my own. It hits different,” Sims said.
Alexis’ great-grandmother Polly Boswell described the teen as an angel who loved her family and had the biggest heart.
“She’s been special since she was little. I can’t really describe what it was about her. It’s like she just shined with love. " Boswell said. “There was just something about her that you knew that she was special.”
Alexis, also known as Lexi, was a sixth-grade student at Hancock Middle School. The school district released a statement Wednesday afternoon expressing their profound sadness:
“We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family during this difficult time,” the statement read. “Today, counselors, teachers and other support staff have been, and will continue to be, available to students, staff, and parents. How children react in these situations varies. Children may ask questions about death, be sad or afraid. We encourage parents to listen to their children and if they want to talk, answer his or her questions simply and honestly.”
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Light snow continues Friday morning; Big temperature changes this weekend
Highs return to the 50s by Sunday
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Light rain and snow showers will continue overnight Thursday into Friday morning. Minor accumulations are expected through Friday morning.
Rainfall amounts area-wide have ranged from 0.20-0.75″ Tuesday night through Thursday. As of Thursday afternoon, the rainfall total at RST was 0.45″ and the total here at KTTC was just over 0.60″. Rainfall amounts are expected to stay less than 0.10″ overnight.
Winds will stay breezy Friday with gusts reaching near 25-35 mph at times. Sustained winds will be around 15-20 mph out of the northwest. We’ll finally start to have a calming trend by late Friday into Saturday.
Light snow will continue until around 8-9 a.m. Friday with strong winds throughout the day. High temperatures will struggle and will be well below average. Highs will be in the middle 30s with overcast skies through the evening. Thankfully, Friday will be our final day in the 30s for highs in the next 7-days.
High temperatures will make a jump into the upper 40s Saturday with mostly sunny skies. Winds will still be out of the northwest Saturday at 5-15 mph. Winds will begin to shift to the southeast Saturday into Sunday which will pull in some warmer air for Sunday. Highs will warm into the middle 50s Sunday afternoon with partly cloudy skies. We’ll stay in the 50s through the middle of next week! We are tracking another weather-maker for Tuesday and Wednesday of next week which could bring the chance of showers and thunderstorms to the area.
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Man drives over 100 mph while drunk, killing 2 women, unborn child, police say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) – A man in Nebraska is accused of killing two women, one of them pregnant, when he crashed into their vehicle driving faster than 100 mph while drunk, prosecutors say.
Court documents filed Wednesday show that Zachary Paulison, 22, left Addy’s bar — where a bartender offered to call him a ride — five minutes before the crash on March 31. Documents say he was on the road for just three minutes, reaching a maximum speed of 104.7 miles, before he crashed into the victims’ vehicle at 102.3 mph. Crash investigators found no indicators of braking before Paulison hit the other vehicle.
Sara Zimmerman, 37, a corrections officer at the Douglas County Jail who was eight months pregnant, and Amanda Schook, 38, died at the crash scene.
That night, a blood draw indicated Paulison had a 0.161 blood alcohol content, records state. He was taken to a hospital with serious injuries after the crash.
Investigators found that Paulison had several drinks over the course of two hours at The Mark before heading to Addy’s at 7:27 p.m. that evening. He also tested positive for cannabinoids, court records state.
Paulison made his first appearance in court on Thursday. He was booked Wednesday into Sarpy County Jail on two counts of DUI motor vehicle homicide, Class 2A felonies; and one count of death of an unborn child, a Class 3A felony that could carry a sentence of up to three years.
“This is a primary example of one of the worst scenarios when you drive drunk,” Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine said. “How many times does this have to happen before people change their behavior?”
Paulison’s bond was set at $1 million.
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Microplastics found in lungs of living humans for the first time, study says
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 3:44 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) – According to a new study, scientists are finding microplastic particles in the lungs of living people.
Microplastics come from plastic in the environment when it shears into tiny pieces. They’ve been found in the ocean and drinking water, soil, air and food, but this is the first time they’ve been detected in living lungs.
In a study published in Science of the Total Environment, the authors say it suggests people are inhaling the plastic particles.
The researchers looked at lung samples taken during routine surgeries on 13 people, and found 12 different types of plastic embedded in the lungs.
The health consequences of exposure to microplastics are still unknown.
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Minnesota Senate passes GOP tax cut but fight will continue
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 4:00 PM CDT|Updated: 55 minutes ago
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Senate’s Republican majority has passed an $8.4 billion tax cut bill.
The highlights include permanent income tax cuts for all taxpayers and excluding all Social Security income from the state income tax.
Democratic leaders say the plan would disproportionately benefit the well-off. But six Democrats joined with Republicans on the 42-24 vote to approve the package Thursday.
There’s little common ground between the Republican plan and the tax package unveiled by the House Democratic majority on Monday.
Senate GOP leaders acknowledge that the final tax plan that emerges from the legislative session could look very different.
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Shooter kills 2, wounds several in central Tel Aviv
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An attacker opened fire in a crowded restaurant district in central Tel Aviv on Thursday evening, killing at least two people and wounding several others before fleeing into a dense residential area, Israeli officials said.
Police said there were “indications” it was a politically motivated attack — the fourth deadly assault in Israel in less than three weeks at a time of heightened Israeli-Palestinian tensions. The militant Hamas group that rules the Gaza Strip praised the attack but did not claim responsibility.
Hours after the shooting, the suspected gunman remained at large. Hundreds of Israeli police officers, canine units, and army special forces were conducting a massive manhunt in central Tel Aviv, searching building by building through the densely populated residential neighborhoods.
Amichai Eshed, the Tel Aviv police commander, said the shooter opened fire into a crowded bar at around 9 p.m. and then fled the scene.
“Our working assumption is that he is still in the vicinity,” he told reporters. “As of right now, there are indications pointing to this being a terrorist attack, but I have to be very delicate about this, and say that we are also checking other leads.”
Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency service said it received reports of a shooting at “several scenes” around downtown Tel Aviv. It said two men around 30 years old were killed. Another seven people were wounded, three of them seriously, it said.
At least one shooting took place on Dizengoff Street, a central thoroughfare. Dizengoff Street has been the scene of several deadly attacks over the years. Most recently, an Arab citizen of Israel shot and killed two Israelis and wounded several others on the street in January 2016.
The popular nightlife area was packed on Thursday evening, the beginning of the Israeli weekend.
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett met with top security officials late Thursday, and they agreed to “continue directing large-scale reinforcements to Tel Aviv,” his office said in a statement.
Tensions have been high after a series of attacks by Palestinian assailants killed 11 people just ahead of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan, which began nearly a week ago. Last year, protests and clashes in Jerusalem during Ramadan ignited an 11-day Gaza war.
Israeli, Jordanian and Palestinian leaders have held a flurry of meetings in recent weeks, and Israel has taken a number of steps aimed at calming tensions, including issuing thousands of additional work permits for Palestinians from the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip.
Prior to the attack, Israel had said it would allow women, children and men over 40 from the occupied West Bank to pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem on Friday, the first weekly prayers of Ramadan. Tens of thousands were expected to attend.
The mosque is the third holiest site in Islam and sits on a hilltop that is the most sacred site for Jews, who refer to it as the Temple Mount. The holy site has long been a flashpoint for Israeli-Palestinian violence.
Israel has worked to sideline the Palestinian issue in recent years, instead focusing on forging alliances with Arab states against Iran. But the century-old conflict remains as intractable as ever.
Israel captured east Jerusalem, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Mideast war. The Palestinians want all three territories to form their future state. The last serious and substantive peace talks broke down more than a decade ago, and Prime Minister Bennett is opposed to Palestinian statehood.
Israel annexed east Jerusalem in a move not recognized internationally and considers the entire city to be its capital. It is building and expanding Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, which most of the international community considers illegal.
It withdrew soldiers and settlers from Gaza in 2005, but along with neighboring Egypt it imposed a crippling blockade on the territory after the militant Hamas group seized power from rival Palestinian forces two years later. Israel and Hamas have fought four wars since then.
Hamas spokesman Abdelatif Al-Qanou said late Thursday that the “the heroic attack in the heart of the (Israeli) entity has struck the Zionist security system and proved our people’s ability to hurt the occupation.”
On March 29, a 27-year-old Palestinian from the West Bank methodically gunned down people in the central town of Bnei Brak, killing five. Two days earlier, a shooting attack by two Islamic State sympathizers in the central city of Hadera killed two police officers. The week before, an IS sympathizer killed four people in a car-ramming and stabbing attack in the southern city of Beersheba. The Hadera and Beersheba attacks were carried out by Palestinian citizens of Israel.
The recent attacks appear to have been carried out by lone assailants, perhaps with the help of accomplices. No Palestinian militant group has claimed them, though Hamas has welcomed the attacks.
Israel says the conflict stems from the Palestinians’ refusal to accept its existence as a Jewish state and blames attacks in part on incitement on social media. Palestinians say such attacks are the inevitable result of a nearly 55-year military occupation that shows no sign of ending.
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Krauss reported from Jerusalem. Associated Press writer Ilan Ben Zion in Jerusalem contributed to this report.
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Unlicensed massage therapist charged with sexually battering client, police say
RUSKIN, Fla. (Gray News) - A man in Florida is facing four counts of sexual battery after he victimized a massage client, according to police.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) said Jose Garcia, 68, claimed to be a massage therapist and has been providing massage services for at least 12 years out of his home in Ruskin, about 27 miles south of Tampa. However, detectives found no evidence that Garcia is a licensed massage therapist. Garcia claimed he received his training in Mexico.
According to the HCSO, a woman suffering from back pain contacted Garcia on March 29 about receiving a massage. The woman booked an appointment with him and drove to his home for the service. Officials said Garcia then sexually battered the victim during the massage.
The HCSO said Garcia admitted to the crimes. He is facing four counts of sexual battery, but more charges could be forthcoming.
Most of Garcia’s clients only speak Spanish, but the HCSO said they have “talented, caring, and bilingual deputies” who are ready to help more potential victims if they come forward.
“This is a man who took advantage of people who came to him seeking help for their ailments,” Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said. “Our fear now is that there are more victims out there who may not speak English or know they can come forward to report these crimes.”
Detectives are asking anyone who feels they are a victim of Garcia to contact the HCSO at 813-247-8200.
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Gaston Recovery Court aims to turn drug users' lives around
A couple of hostile invaders threaten lives, and families, and futures all across Gaston County.
Their names are crystal meth and heroin.
Although the so-called "opioid crisis" may garner more attention, the vast majority of the men and women who end up in the Gaston County Jail on drug possession charges have been caught with methamphetamines and heroin.
Of course, "have been caught" has another set of connotations.
They have been caught in addiction. They have been caught in crime. They have been caught, many of them, in a vicious and seemingly unending cycle of drug use, regret, vows to do better, and drug use again.
Gaston County, like a number of other larger, urban counties across North Carolina, is attempting to use the court system and the resources it can muster to help break that cycle.
Gaston County Adult Recovery Court, sometimes called simply "drug court," brings together court officials and community professionals to help non-violent offenders, many of them facing jail time, put an end to their drug use.
Gaston County Superior Court Judge David Phillips not only helped launch the program here last year, he is one of its biggest boosters.
"We're trying to give people the tools they need to become drug free," Phillips said. "It's a tough program. It's a disciplined program. It's a program that emphasizes personal responsibility. But it is a program that can work."
Phillips had invited me to join him at the Courthouse last Wednesday, sweetening the pot by proclaiming me "Honorary Superior Court Judge for the Day" and allowing me access into the inner workings of the court system.
I was even allowed to wear a judge's robes while in the courtroom — pretty heady stuff for an old country boy who as a young lad had dreamed of a career as an attorney.
But the primary reason for Phillips' invitation was to acquaint me with Recovery Court and to demonstrate how it is slowly building a record of success in Gaston County.
The Recovery Court team meets every two weeks. It is made up of representatives from the district attorney's staff and the public defender's office. Probation officers, law enforcement, and counselors are also involved.
"It's a year-long process," Phillips explained, "not a quick fix. Those who come into the program agree to a contract and they know exactly what is required of them."
Participants in the program are all on heavily supervised probation. Some of them wear electronic monitors. They are required to attend both individual and family counseling as well as group counseling sessions.
The Recovery Court team assists them in making connections with medical and transportation providers, as well as helping them in finding safe and affordable housing.
"There are a lot of moving parts," said Phillips. "A lot of people working. We want to give them a chance, a real chance at rehabilitation. We want to help them build life skills. We want them to win."
Before each court session, the recovery team meets in the law library on the fourth floor of the Courthouse. Phillips is given an update on each participant and considers how he needs to address each one in court.
When court begins, the program participants are gathered in the jury box. Some are doing well, some have not fully lived up to the program's requirements.
A woman who has been "clean" for several months and who has fulfilled all of her counseling requirements is asked by Phillips the keys to her success.
"You have to have a good support system," she replied. "And you have to stay away from the people you need to stay away from."
A woman who had recently lost her grandmother and who had been under a great deal of family stress, but who had stayed "clean" nonetheless, told Phillips, "You have to focus on the moment you're in. You can't lose sight of your goal."
A young man who admitted to drug usage and who faced wearing an electronic monitor for 30 days told the judge, "Keep patience. Please don't give up on me."
Another young woman, also struggling, was asked by Phillips what the recovery team could do to help her.
"Just continue to be there for me," she replied. "Just continue to help give me guidance and strength."
Phillips is aware that some people would urge punishment rather than rehabilitation for drug users.
"They would have us fill up that jail and throw away the key," he said. "But we're trying to help these people. And in the long run, if we help them, if they succeed, Gaston County is a better, safer place for us all."
Bill Poteat may be reached at 828-448-0195 or bpoteat@gastongazette.com.
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911 call: Passenger in white Dodge Charger shot man on I-85
A passenger in a white Dodge Charger fired multiple times at a 19-year-old as he was driving on I-85 on March 22, according to 911 calls reporting the shooting.
The Charger, identified by a passer-by in a 911 call, pulled up beside a van that Uriah McCree was driving at about 5:40 p.m., and a passenger in the Charger fired into McCree's van, according to the calls.
The passer-by said that they were driving on I-85 toward Kings Mountain when the van McCree was driving pulled in front of them. Then the white Dodge Charger pulled up beside the van and someone fired multiple times, the caller said.
"It just sounded like multiple shots. Just like,' bam bam bam bam.' It was just multiple, and glass started flying everywhere into my car from that van," the caller said.
The caller did not see whoever was driving the Charger, but whoever it was took off, getting off an exit onto U.S. 74. The caller tried to follow but could not keep up.
McCree, a 2020 graduate of Kings Mountain High School, died from his gunshot injuries.
A man who called from inside the van McCree was driving reported roughly the same scenario.
"Somebody just killed my homeboy. We on exit 13," he said, speaking frantically. "My friend just got shot. Somebody drove past and they shot him."
Gaston County Police officers say they are looking for a 2012 or later white Dodge Charger with dark tinted windows, spoiler and possibly factory chrome rims.
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Democratic governor candidates Charlie Crist, Annette Taddeo to visit Daytona Beach, B-CU
Two of the three major Democratic Party candidates for governor will be stopping at Bethune-Cookman University courting Black voters at separate events this weekend.
State Sen. Annette Taddeo will attend a fish fry on campus at 1 p.m. Friday, before traveling to Kissimmee to participate in a roundtable with U.S. Rep. Darren Soto and Hispanic voters.
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist will talk with Daytona Beach faith leaders in a roundtable at 2 p.m. Saturday before visiting the Mary McLeod Bethune statue on the B-CU campus followed by a meet-and-greet.
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Black Floridians comprised 13.4% of all the state's registered voters in 2020. That figure is a little less, 8.6%, in Volusia County. But as a group, they lean decidedly toward Democrats, with 89% casting ballots for Joe Biden over Donald Trump, according to 2020 exit polls conducted by CNN.
Crist is the frontrunner, polls have shown. The onetime Republican former governor has also led the way in fundraising, announcing he'd raised more than $1 million in March, bringing him to $8.3 million total.
Still, that pales in comparison to DeSantis, who by the end of February, counting both his PAC and his campaign, had raised about $86 million.
Another candidate, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, has frequently finished a close second in Democratic polling. Her campaign and political committee have collected about $5.7 million through the end of February.
As a state representative, Taddeo is barred from accepting campaign donations during the Legislative Session, which ended on March 14. Her campaign reported raising $110,000 in the last two weeks of March.
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NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WANE) — Authorities in a southern Indiana county have filed murder charges against the man accused of killing his wife and another person in the parking lot of a gas station and holding another person hostage earlier this week.
Cherok Douglass, 37, of New Albany was charged with two counts of Murder and one count of Attempted Murder on top of original charges of Kidnapping and Robbery related to the incidents of April 4.
According to Indiana State Police, Douglass killed his wife and a random customer in the parking lot of a gas station in New Albany. Police responded and Douglass drove off, with officers chasing behind.
Eventually, Douglass got out of the vehicle and ran off to a restaurant, where he took a woman hostage at gunpoint and forced her into a SUV, state police said. As he tried to drive off, Douglass tried to run over officers, and he was shot by officers, state police said.
Douglass crashed the vehicle into the back of the restaurant and he was taken into custody. Both Douglass and the kidnapping victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
State police called the events of the day “horrific” in a news release.
Douglass is being held in the Floyd County Jail.
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Chris Gomez, the president of the board at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, quickly summarized the 20 months Executive Director Rick Schuiteman has been on the job.
(“Schuiteman” rhymes with “vitamin,” by the way.)
“Rick joined us in the middle of the pandemic, September of 2020, the worst year of the zoo,” Gomez told WANE 15. “The following year was a record attendance year. So that’s a tribute to not only him but certainly to the team at the zoo.”
Schuiteman’s arrival from Sea World in San Diego was designed to overlap with the Jim Anderson’s departure.
“I was meeting with him every week off property,” said Schuiteman. “That was huge because we could compare notes. I could get some advice. He gave me some history.”
The love and history of the zoo can be a double-edge sword. People want to see new animals but don’t like to see change. For a landlocked zoo, that can be tough.
“Jim and the team had already laid out a 15-year plan,” Schuiteman explained. “You want to keep it fresh and exciting. If you change species from time to time or you add a new species, I think that’s fantastic. I think people generally expect the zoo to change and to grow.”
The suspension – permanent or temporary isn’t clear – of the pony rides last year caused an outcry from traditionalists. The announcement hinted at renovations but those were not confirmed until late March when WANE 15 reported construction on Red Panda Ridge on the hillcrest before the Indonesian Rain Forest.
Gomez said the move to bring the construction equipment from Sherman Boulevard through the pony space made sense financially.
“Anytime you change, you’re going to have questions,” said Gomez. “It was more affordable for us to do the construction on Red Panda Ridge by coming through that side. Being fiscally responsible to the community and to those that support the zoo was the right decision.”
Schuiteman understood the zoo’s rare financial status when he started. It’s one of a handful of zoos in the nation that doesn’t receive government money.
“We are funded by admission, membership, donors and sponsorships,” he explained with deep appreciation.
“The community has been so supportive of this zoo. I took a walk over by our sea lion exhibit the other day. We want to add another species and make some changes. There was a donor who joined us and said, ‘I want to make this happen, Rick. I want to see your vision through.’ It was just so heartwarming that they wanted to be a part of it. We couldn’t be more grateful to the community for that.”
The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo opens for the season on April 30, with preview days for members on April 28 and 29.
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MORGAN COUNTY, Ind. — The United States Drug Enforcement Administration issued a warning Wednesday after numerous mass overdoses across the country that involved fentanyl.
The agency said fentanyl is driving the nationwide overdose epidemic, and officials in Indiana are seeing similar trends.
“We have seen spikes across our state in just about every county,” Indiana Drug Czar Douglas Huntsinger said.
Huntsinger pointed out that in February, the federal Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking labeled fentanyl a “slow-motion weapon of mass destruction.”
“The raw materials that are used to produce the illicit fentanyl come from China or India, are sent to Mexico where they’re processed into fentanyl,” Huntsinger said. “Those substances then get processed across the southern border.”
Huntsinger said they make it across a lot easier than other drugs because the cartels are smuggling smaller quantities.
“You can tell when the new batch comes in that may have some changes in how they cut their drugs or whatever because we’ll suddenly start getting overdoses, and then it’ll subside,” Morgan County Coroner Michael Ellis said.
Ellis said he’s not surprised to see the DEA issuing this warning. He’s seeing fentanyl more and more in the people that end up on the tables in the morgue.
“To kill a human being, basically what it does is it knocks out your ability to breathe and you basically suffocate,” Ellis said.
Ellis said often times the people taking the drugs have no idea what they’re taking until it’s too late. He, in part, blames the cartels who are trafficking these drugs.
“They’re cutting their heroin product or there cocaine product or whatever and lacing it with fentanyl,” Ellis said. “I don’t know if that’s trying to get more bang for their buck or what it is, but they’re killing people.”
Morgan County saw six overdose deaths in the first quarter of this year. The DEA said 29 people have died in recent overdose events.
Indiana’s drug czar said his priority is to keep people alive.
“We can’t move individuals into recovery if they’re not alive to get treatment,” Huntsinger said. “Anyone can call 211 to find resources to find treatment and to help an individual find that appropriate level of care.”
You can locate free doses of Narcan at Overdose Lifeline.
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CARMEL, Ind. — A Carmel man will test out a pair of new lungs this weekend, months after a double lung transplant and bypass surgery. Saturday, he will run a 5K during the Carmel Marathon Weekend.
“I consider myself extremely fortunate,” Michael Kaster said.
Michael was the guy in his family who never got sick. Then, the 60-year-old caught COVID after a family vacation in July and nearly died.
“They were like, ‘Mike we’ve really just got to put you on a ventilator now,'” Michael recalled. “I said ‘okay,’ and that’s basically the last thing I remember.”
Mike and his wife Joan were close to getting their vaccines. They say, Joan, a cancer survivor, was waiting on the go-ahead from her doctor.
“Our reason was the health reason,” Michael said.
The day before their wedding anniversary, doctors put Mike on machines to keep him alive. He was transferred to Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center for a double lung transplant and bypass surgery.
“The amount of folks we have seen be that sick and make it through to transplant are unfortunately in the minority so people who get really sick like that a lot of them don’t even make it to transplant,” Michael said.
Merely months later, he is working out at Orangetheory Fitness, completing the grueling DriTri which is a 2,000 meter row, 300 bodyweight reps and a 5K as fast as you can.
“My body was done,” Michael said. “But my mind was like, ‘I’ve got to do this for me, I’ve got to finish.'”
Now the couple is forging ahead as they have through every step of their health journey.
“I wasn’t going to go there,” Joan said after being asked if she thought she would lose him. “That was just not, that’s not me. No, he’s going to be okay. He said he was going to be okay, he’s going to be okay. This is not going to be an easy road but we’ll get there. We’re going to get there, so I never was doubtful or anything like that. It was like, ‘okay what’s the next step? What do we have to do?'”
Mike and Joan are both fully vaccinated now. They say they encourage people to stay vigilant, wash your hands and stay home if they’re sick.
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GREENE COUNTY, Ind. — A three-vehicle crash left one woman dead and another seriously injured Wednesday.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Department said the crash happened on North State Road 59 and 400 North in Jasonville, Indiana late Wednesday afternoon. Around 5:33, there was a crash between a 2013 GMC Sierra, a 2016 Hyundai Accent, and a 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
The driver of the Hyundai, Karen McDonald, was transported to a local hospital for treatment. On Thursday, the department said McDonald died as a result of her injuries.
The driver of the GMC was also transported to a local hospital with severe injuries. On Thursday, the department said she was flown to an Indianapolis hospital for further treatment.
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INDIANAPOLIS — IACS is now caring for 18 dogs and 10 cats after removing the animals from a home on the southside of Indy.
The home along Epler Ave is a former church many neighbors said they used to go to. Now weeds are growing in the flower beds and blinds are drawn on the windows. As of noon on Thursday, four large, overflowing trash cans, along with several other trash bags, were outside of the building.
Neighbors said they were surprised to see animal after animal being taken out of the home on Wednesday.
”Not one time did I see anyone with a dog out there walking it, letting it out or anything,” said John Peterson, who lives near the home.
Peterson and his family attended Sunday services for years there, and the whole neighborhood always pitched in to help take care of the church building.
”It just ripped all of us apart, my whole family,” said Peterson. “We all, my son, my wife, my daughter, me, we all used to go over there.”
IACS returned Thursday to collect another cat from the home.
One neighbor told us the current tenants have been living in the home for the past three years, right around when the neighbors started to smell an odor.
We knocked on the door of the home. A man answered, barely cracking the door, and told us what his neighbors were saying about him was wrong and he did not want to talk about us.
A Marion County Health Department spokesperson said this started with an inspection based on a complaint. When investigators got to the home, they issued two emergency orders. One for the sanitary conditions and another for sewage inside the home.
”If people are cutting grass outside and they can smell it, I can only imagine what health implications that could have on a person’s health,” said David Peterson, another nearby neighbor.
The Health Department then called in IACS to come get the animals. There is now an open investigation into the conditions the animals are living in.
What happens next with the animals depends on the findings of the investigation, there is a chance they could return to the home they were at.
”It’s hard to say, with any investigation it is always a possibility but there is also the possibility that they would become our property,” said Roxie Randall, the Community Outreach Manager for IACS.
Randall said there is no limit for how many pets someone can have, as long as they’re properly taken care of.
“As long as they’re being cleaned up after, they have proper veterinary care, fed, watered and all of their needs are being met,” Randall said.
Randall said the intake of all the cats and dogs has made the facility extremely tight on kennels. If you’re looking to find a new furry friend all adoptions are free right now.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Are you in need of a new car seat for your child? Is it old, damaged, or would you simply like a new one? Target offers car seat trade-ins twice a year.
From April 18-30, Target customers can bring in their old, damaged, or expired car seats in return for 20% off one car seat, stroller, or select baby gear. The coupon can be redeemed on the Target app or Target.com/circle. The coupon can be redeemed through May 14.
Materials from all car seats will be recycled through Target’s partner, Waste Management.
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INDIANAPOLIS — A bed sold online at sites like Amazon at Costco is being recalled after a woman died after it fell on her.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said the recall involves 129,000 Bestar Wall beds. The beds are being recalled because they can detach from the wall and fall onto those nearby, posing serious impact and crush hazards.
The incident that prompted the recall was a 2018 death of a 79-year-old woman. She died after the bed fell on her, injuring her spine. The company has received 60 additional incident reports that resulted in bruising and other injuries.
One injury reported in 2020 was a 37-year-old man that was injured after the bedframe fell on him and another person while he was adjusting it. In that report, the man said the spring was pulling the bed up when he tried to lay it down on the floor.
While trying to adjust the bed, he had another person sit on the edge so it didn’t close. As a result, the report stated the wall frame came down and injured him and the other person.
The recall involves the Nebula, PUR, Versatile, Edge, Cielo, Audrea, Lumina, Orion and Novello Full and Queen Wall Beds. The CPSC said the beds were sold online at Wayfair.com, Costco.com, Cymax.com and Amazon.com from June 2014 through March 2022 for between $1,650 and $2,200.
Anyone with the bed should stop using it and consult a communication Bestar is providing. People who are uncertain if their bed needs to be reinstalled can get a free inspection.
If the bed needs reinstallation, the CPSC said Bestar will reimburse customers for the reinstallation cost. The cost is estimated to range from $170 – $207 for above top shelf wall beds or $338 – $414 for below top shelf wall beds.
People unable to get a quote within that range should contact Bestar for further assistance finding an installer. If that doesn’t work, the CPSC said they will be reimbursed for reasonable costs outside of it if they can provide documentation.
People can reach out to Bestar toll-free at 888-912-8458 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or email at Bestar8577@stericycle.com.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — In an effort to further isolate Russia, the House and Senate fast-tracked two bills aimed at stopping Russian trade with the U.S.
“Putin must absolutely be held accountable,” said Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on Thursday.
In a rare display of bipartisanship, the entire Senate and all but three House Republicans voted to permanently end normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus.
On the House floor, Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Richard Neal and Texas Republican congressman Kevin Brady said both bills will help ensure American dollars do not fuel Russia’s violence in Ukraine.
“To send the message to a dictator in Russia who is killing innocent women and children in the streets of Ukraine,” said Rep. Neal.
“It is time to act now,” said Rep. Brady.
“We know it will not immediately stop the funding of the Putin war machine, but it is a step in the right direction,” said Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas.
The removal of Russia’s special trade status puts Russia in the same category as North Korea and allows the U.S. to drastically increase tariffs on Russian imports.
“This is another symbol of slowly tightening the noose on Russia,” said Oregon Democratic Rep. Earl Blumenauer.
Although he says he wishes congress acted sooner. The house originally passed both bills last month, but Rep. Blumenauer said, “this is past due.”
Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley says while Congress starts a two-week recess, he hopes the administration takes further steps to help Ukraine.
“I do think Congress has been pushing the administration and we’re going to have to keep doing it. At this point, we’ve given them billions of dollars in military aid. It’s up to the administration to actually now give it to the Ukrainians.”
The House and Senate also passed a bill to make a ban on Russian oil imports official.
Today, the White House confirmed the President will sign both bills.
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