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Marvel Cinematic Universe's latest superhero is not, in the conventional sense, either "super" or a "hero," but he does have an unorthodox ailment and a weird skill-set to separate him from mere mortals. His name is Morbius, and while watching his origin story, you may get the feeling that somewhere in the cinematic multiverse, wires got crossed.
The film begins with a helicopter, transporting a cage to the sort of mist-shrouded isle you half expect King Kong to be inhabiting. But Dr. Michael Morbius (Jared Leto) is looking to capture smaller game as he approaches the mouth of a cave, hobbling with difficulty on two crutch-like canes.
Positioning himself behind the wires of the cage, he slices open the palm of his hand and, as a roar of batwings echoes from inside the cave, murmurs to the copter pilot "if you're gonna run, do it now."
A rare blood disease treated with a bit o' bat
It's tempting to say "consider yourself warned," but the film's first hour or so, while unremarkable, is decently crafted.
Born with a rare blood disease, Michael Morbius has spent his entire life working on two things — a cure, and origami paper-folding. Natch, it occurs to him to fold together bat and human DNA.
Because the FDA would be unlikely to approve human trials, he and his beautiful co-researcher Martine (Adria Arjona) head in a cargo ship for international waters off the coast of Long Island in the company of eight thuggish mercenaries — think bloodbags — and once Morbius has been injected with bat DNA, it's just a matter of time before things go vampiric.
Let it be said that some side-effects from dabbling in "chiropter-y" are less ghastly than others. Bat DNA evidently gives you great cheekbones and abs to go with increased strength and speed.
Less salutary effects include new fangs that sprout from his gums with decades of decay baked in, and claws that erupt from his fingers pre-filthed. I mean, sure...why not? Except this is a man whose hair has the kind of sheen that comes from brushing it three times a day.
One other thing: he now needs to drink human blood every six hours. Happily, on his way to declining a Nobel Prize, Dr. Morbius invented "artificial blood," though that only fools his system for a while.
Color coded smoke effects for a Jekyll and his Hyde
If you're expecting a conventional Marvel movie, you should be aware going in that what Director Daniel Espinoza and his writers have come up with is more a horror flick with Marvel bells and whistles.
That means Leto's Morbius gets purplish smoke effects to go with those fang-baring snarls as he's riding air currents in subway tunnels, while the similarly afflicted Hyde to his Jekyll – a schoolboy chum played as an adult by an amusingly hopped-up Matt Smith, gets blue-ish vapor trails and snappier lines.
But there isn't much tension to their story. Or logic. At one point, Morbius overhears some counterfeiters passing fake $100s, and commandeers their printing press to make what appears to be an artificial-blood machine — because the technologies for fake-bills and fake-blood match up? Maybe that works better in a comic book.
Bat guys everywhere you look
Speaking of which, when the DC Extended Universe first announced that Twilight star Robert Pattinson would play the lead in The Batman in their corner of the superhero multiverse, it seemed like a nice inside joke — from Vampire-teen to Bat-man. But now that the Marvelverse has Leto going full Dracula, it seems as if the casting maybe could've gone the other way 'round.
Leto is as persuasively haunted by the dark side of vigilantism as Pattinson was, and as a result of corporate positioning, is maybe more determined to avoid being a villain. Not unlike Venom, Morbius was a bad guy when he first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man comics, back in the 1970's. He needs to be at least an anti-hero now, if a franchise is to be built around him.
But bad guy/bat guy...who's to say? As the trailers reveal, another DC bat-guy, Michael Keaton, shows up in his non-batty baddie Marvel persona Adrian Toomes, just to mess with the heads of anyone trying to keep cinematic universes straight.
But bloodlines will have to be clarified in more robust "Morbius" episodes to come, this origin story being merely adequate, and by Marvel standards, slightly anemic.
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The family of a former Marine announced their plans to file a civil lawsuit against a Boston bar after he was allegedly stabbed to death by a bouncer during a confrontation earlier this month.
Daniel Martinez, 23, was stabbed to death outside of the Sons of Boston bar on March 19, law enforcement officials say.
Now, the former Marine’s family and their attorneys have announced plans to file a lawsuit against the bar, seeking additional answers and evidence.
That evidence includes surveillance footage that prosecutors say shows the shocking scene after Martinez’s death.
“The assailant was allowed to re-enter the bar, clean blood off of himself, and escape through the back door,” attorney Tom Flaws said. “These shocking allegations warrant (and) demand further investigation.”
The Boston Police Department told NBC’s affiliate in the city that 38-year-old Alvaro Larrama turned himself into law enforcement this week. Larrama now faces murder charges in connection with the fatal stabbing.
Court documents obtained by NBC Boston detail that an altercation took place between Larrama and Martinez, who was denied entry to the bar. Moments later, prosecutors say that Martinez was seen grasping at his chest after the bouncer allegedly struck him.
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Martinez would later die from a single stab wound to the chest.
“This lawsuit will give us subpoena power, and will require Sons of Boston to be transparent and turn over everything they have regarding this horrific incident,” Flaws said.
Sons of Boston, and the suspect’s attorney, did not return NBC 5’s request for comment prior to the airing of this story.
Meanwhile, police in Boston have since revoked the bar’s entertainment license, but it is still allowed to remain open during the investigation.
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Man in his 90s dies and homes are left without power after huge 'gas blast' rocks road in Manchester
- Emergency services were called to Brownley Road in Wythenshawe at 6.30pm
- A man in his nineties was found dead at a property by emergency services
- Several homes were evacuated and a number of properties are without power
A man in his 90s has died and homes have been left without power after reports of a gas explosion in Manchester.
Emergency services were called to Brownley Road in Wythenshawe at about 6.30pm on Thursday and the man was found dead inside a property, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said they were called out to reports of a fire at a domestic property.
A number of houses were evacuated and several properties are without power.
A man in his 90s has died and homes have been left without power after reports of a gas explosion in Manchester
Emergency services were called to Brownley Road in Wythenshawe, Manchester at about 6.30pm and the man was found dead inside a property, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said
Nearby roads have been closed and emergency services were at the scene on Thursday evening.
GMP said it is carrying out investigations and officers are supporting the dead man's family.
A fire service spokesman said: 'At around 6.30pm on 31 March, crews were called to reports of a fire at a domestic property on Brownley Road in Manchester.
'Four fire engines from Bolton North, Cheadle, Wythenshawe and Stockport stations, and the Technical Rescue Unit from Ashton attended.
Emergency services at the scene after a man in his 90s has died and homes have been left without power after reports of a gas explosion in Wythenshawe
'Firefighters assessed the scene and are using breathing apparatus and hose reels to control the fire and make the scene safe.
'Crews are working with colleagues from Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service and are currently still on the scene.'
GMP said the scene was made safe at about 8pm.
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By Daile Cross
An enraged father who drove 600 kilometres to confront his daughter’s alleged abuser before trying to cut the man’s penis off and setting a house fire that led to his death has been jailed.
The father, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to the manslaughter of the man, who died in June 2020 after the home he was renting was set on fire.
The father stormed the house armed with a kitchen knife after learning about the abuse allegation and used his mobile phone to record the confrontation.
“I’m here to tell you that I know, and we’re going to sort it out tonight,” he told the man.
“I hope you have made good with everyone because this next bit and what goes on now depends on you. I drove 600 f***ing kilometres to see you.”
The attacker told the man “you took my daughter’s innocence” before instructing him to pull his pants down. He then inflicted two cuts either side of his groin.
The court was told the injuries were not life-threatening, however the attacker then doused the inside of the home with petrol and set it on fire.
The deceased man, who had heart disease, was found dead outside his back door with a garden hose near his body. A post-mortem found he died from smoke inhalation and possibly a heart attack.
The father pleaded guilty to manslaughter and arson and was sentenced in the Supreme Court of Western Australia on Tuesday to nine years in prison, and will be eligible for parole in seven.
Lawyer Simon Watters told the court his client accepted he had overreacted in an illegal way that ultimately led to the man’s death.
Justice Joe McGrath said the act of inflicting the knife injuries and setting fire to the house was premeditated and an act of vigilantism.
“You found out the day before you committed the offences about the allegations concerning the
deceased abusing your daughter,” he said.
“A number of persons told you not to take any action against the deceased.”
The wife and son of the deceased man provided references to the qualities of the offender and Justice McGrath said he accepted that he had taken responsibility for his actions and expressed remorse.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The U.S. House of Representatives voted Thursday to cap insulin costs at $35 a month for people with private insurance and Medicare.
The Affordable Insulin Now Act caps cost-sharing for a month's supply of insulin products at $35 or 25% of a plan's negotiated price, whichever is less, starting in 2023.
The house voted 232-193 for the act. Rep. Sharice Davids, who represents Kansas' 3rd Congressional District, was one of the votes in favor of the cap.
"This is such an important topic, especially given we are trying to come out of this economic crisis that's been caused by the pandemic," Davids said. "Folks are really feeling the pinch right now because costs are going up for so many other things that the fact we've got so many people paying five to 10 times as much for insulin as folks are in other countries, it highlights why this is so important."
Davids has talked with people who have to purchase insulin, and she said she heard one story of a father and daughter rationing and exchanging insulin.
"I've heard too many stories where people are rationing their insulin," Davids said. "People should not have to worry about whether they are going to buy food or take their life-saving medication."
Davids said she is optimistic that the act will be passed.
The act now moves to the Senate, and if passed, it would move to President Biden's desk to be signed into law.
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It's fair to say that when it comes to barbecues, Americans do it bigger and better. The idea of throwing some lighter fuel on a few bits of coal and cremating a few sausages is certainly not the order of the day this side of the pond.
When it comes to the barbecues themselves – or grills, as they're known State-side – the Traeger name is known for being top dog. Unlike the gas grills of Weber, Char-Broil and Cuisinart, Traeger's models are all wood-pellet powered. This is no simple bonfire cookout though, these are state-of-the-art precision grills that can provide a range of cooking styles.
Traeger's premium offering is the Timberline and the original 2017 design has just had a major upgrade to make the whole experience even more impressive. If you're burning your burgers on one of these, you're doing something very wrong.
The Timberline comes in regular and XL sizes but even the regular is huge by normal sizes. The Timberline features 880 square inches (56cm squared) of cooking space across three levels. That's space for eight racks of ribs or 9 chickens. Plus an induction plate on the side, to place a pan or skillet and sear, fry or sauté. The XL cranks that up to 1320 square inches (0.85 square meters) or space for 16 racks of ribs or 12 chickens.
There's a full-color touchscreen display on both units to monitor the temperature and perform maintenance checks. The WiFIRE technology connects the Timberline to the Traeger app, to control it from anywhere and there's now a more powerful Wi-Fi antenna built-in. It even comes with MEATER wireless meat thermometers that you can place inside your chicken or steak to know exactly when it reaches the right temperature.
To improve the cooking it has a new fully stainless steel interior to allow for hotter temperatures and a smart combustion system using a series of sensors in the grill to ensure an even heat. Even cleaning it is made simple, thanks to a grease and ash keg to quickly dispose of the excess after cooking.
ModiFIRE accessories allow you to customize the cooking style and the Pop-And-Lock rail allows you to set up the layout as you want it, with storage bins, veg trays, hooks and shelves. It really is more of a complete outdoor kitchen than just a grill.
The Timberline and Timberline XL are priced $3499 (£2700 / AU$4700) and $3799 (£2900 / AU$5100) respectively and will be available later this spring in the US. UK and Australian prices and availability are to be confirmed.
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This was Wall Street’s worst quarter in two years
A late burst of selling left stocks broadly lower on Wall Street on Thursday, as the market closed out its worst quarter since the pandemic broke out two years ago.
Despite a 3.6% gain for March, a dismal January and February left U.S. indexes lower for the year to date. The Standard & Poor’s 500 ended the day 1.6% lower, bringing its loss since the beginning of the year to 4.9%.
The Dow Jones industrial average fell 1.6%, while the Nasdaq composite fell 1.5%. Both indexes also notched gains for March, thanks largely to a market rally in the two weeks heading into this week.
Oil prices fell as President Biden ordered the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve. The move to pump more oil into the market is part of an effort to control energy prices, which are up nearly 40% globally this year.
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Wall Street’s downbeat finish to March comes as investors try to navigate the market risks amid surging inflation, geopolitical instability and uncertainty over how aggressively the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates to quash inflation.
“Yesterday’s weakness and some weakness today may be in response to sentiment that’s a little more cautious given the recent strength in the last two weeks and the ongoing uncertainty related to inflation and earnings,” said Terry Sandven, chief equity strategist at U.S. Bank Wealth Management.
The S&P 500 fell 72.04 points to 4,530.41. The Dow fell 550.46 points to 34,678.35, and the Nasdaq slid 221.76 points to 14,220.52.
Smaller-company stocks also fell. The Russell 2000 index dropped 20.94 points, or 1%, to 2,070.13.
About 85% of stocks in the benchmark S&P 500 fell. Much of the movement seemed like a “consolidation” for investors, said Scott Wren, senior global market strategist at Wells Fargo Investment Institute.
“This is a little give back today just from the big run that we had, but we’re hanging in here pretty well,” Wren said. Major indexes fell on Wednesday to end a four-day winning streak.
A new study shows just how badly Sweden fared in the pandemic.
Technology and communications stocks were among the biggest weights on the market. Many of the companies in those sectors have pricey stock values that tend to give the broader market a more forceful push either up or down. Chipmaker Intel fell 3.6%, while Facebook parent Meta Platforms slid 2.4%.
Bond yields fell, which forces interest rates on loans lower, making lending less profitable for banks. The yield on the 10-year Treasury slipped to 2.34% from 2.36% late Wednesday. Bank of America fell 4.1%.
U.S. crude oil prices fell 7%; Brent, the international standard, fell 4.9%. The pullback slightly trimmed what have been soaring oil prices amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The conflict has elevated concerns that tightened supplies will only worsen the persistently high inflation that threatens businesses and consumers globally.
An inflation gauge that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve jumped 6.4% in February compared with a year ago, marking the largest year-over-year rise since January 1982.
Energy prices have been a key factor in pushing inflation higher, and Biden’s plan to release more oil into the system comes as little relief is expected from the oil cartel OPEC. The cartel and its allied oil producers including Russia are sticking to a modest increase in the amount of crude they pump to the world, a step that supports higher prices.
Higher prices for energy, food and most other things have been a key concern of central banks globally, which are moving to raise interest rates to help temper the effects. Investors have been trying to measure how the economy and companies will fare amid high inflation, higher interest rates, the war in Ukraine and other factors. That has made for a rocky start to the year.
Investors received a lukewarm update on the job market on Thursday. More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain at historical lows. Wall Street will get a fuller report on Friday when the Labor Department releases employment data for March.
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April 4 Last Day to Register to Vote for May 3 Election
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There was an increased police presence at Tivy High School following threat discovered against the school earlier today.
Kerrville Superintendent Dr. Mark Foust notified parents and issued a statement at the end of the day explaining the situation.
"Today we were notified by a student that someone had written a threatening note in a bathroom stall at Tivy High School. The note contained a threat of violence that was to occur at Tivy today at 2:35 p.m. We are pleased to report that this was not a credible threat and that we did not have acts of violence at Tivy High School," Foust said. "We take any threat of violence on a campus very seriously, and several additional officers and school administrators were dispatched to Tivy High School as a precaution. We would like to extend a special thanks to the Kerrville Police Department for their extensive presence on campus to ensure that students and staff were safe through the duration of the school day."
Foust said that while he is thankful nothing serious resulted from the threat, it did disrupt the school day, causing ear among students and parents who checked out students in large numbers.
"The Tivy High School administrative team is working closely with the Kerrville Police Department in an ongoing investigation to find the author of the message. We have determined this was an isolated event and expect to safely return to school on Friday," Foust said. "Please know that our students’ safety is our first priority. We are grateful that this threat was reported to adults when it was discovered and we ask our parents to remind your child(ren) of the importance of the phrase, “If you see something, say something….to an adult”. Thank you for your continued support of Tivy High School and Kerrville ISD."
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) _ Ellomay Capital Ltd. (ELLO) on Thursday reported a loss of $15.7 million in its fourth quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Tel Aviv, Israel-based company said it had a loss of 75 cents.
The renewable energy provider posted revenue of $13.6 million in the period.
For the year, the company reported that its loss widened to $22.9 million, or $1.39 per share. Revenue was reported as $50.7 million.
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) _ Ellomay Capital Ltd. (ELLO) on Thursday reported a loss of $15.7 million in its fourth quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Tel Aviv, Israel-based company said it had a loss of 75 cents.
The renewable energy provider posted revenue of $13.6 million in the period.
For the year, the company reported that its loss widened to $22.9 million, or $1.39 per share. Revenue was reported as $50.7 million.
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Launceston man reflects on what it's like to be homeless
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A new report has praised Glasgow for its efforts to reduce homelessness.
The report states that the city - alongside Manchester - has made 'significant progress' in tackling street homelessness.
As part of the Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) A Place to Call Home initiative, 13 so-called "Vanguard Cities" around the world committed to individual specific targets on ending or reducing street homeless by December 2020.
New research from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh found that Glasgow achieved its target of driving down city centre rough sleeping by 75%, to fewer than seven people at any one time by that point.
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Susanne Millar, chief officer at Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership, said: "We have made clear that nobody needs to sleep on the streets in Glasgow.
"We are helping the most vulnerable citizens rebuild their lives through our Housing First approach and the experience gained from managing a world-wide global pandemic has been instrumental in shaping new ways of working which focus on complexity and risk rather than homelessness status alone."
Greater Manchester did not meet its "ambitious" target of completely ending all rough sleeping but researchers said there was an "impressive" 52% reduction against baseline figures, from 241 in November 2018 to 115 that month in 2020.
Sydney in Australia was the only other city to meet its target, reducing all inner-city street homelessness by 25%.
The other vanguard cities were Brussels in Belgium, Rijeka in Croatia, Chicago and Little Rock in the US, Edmonton in Canada, Montevideo in Uruguay, Santiago in Chile, Adelaide in Australia, Tshwane in South Africa and Bengaluru in India.
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A champion of the region’s economic potential was named Business Person of the Year at the Daily Post/North Wales Live Business Awards. The glittering awards ceremony was hosted last night by Bangor University, headline sponsor of the event.
Due to the pandemic it was first event since 2019 and was an opportunity to recognise every type of business, from small ventures to the giants of the region.
It was hosted by ITV weather presenter Emma Jesson with 10 top awards handed out - supported by category sponsors ADRA, Development Bank of Wales, Busnes@LlandrilloMenai, Cartrefi Conwy, Harlech Foodservice and M-SParc.
Daily Post Brand Editor Dion Jones told the audience: “It has been more than two years since we were last able to stage this event - and what an incredibly difficult period that has been for us all. I think I speak for everyone when I say we owe an immense debt of gratitude to our dedicated staff in the NHS and all of our key workers for what they have done to try to keep us all safe during this time.
“But the business community has also risen to the unprecedented challenges the pandemic has posed. In the face of many difficulties, sheer hard work alongside innovation has kept the economy on track and more importantly, people in jobs.
“Our entrepreneurs have refused to lie down - continuously diversifying and often expanding in the face of adversity. In addition, businesses have really gone that extra mile to support the communities in which they operate - feeding people, giving accommodation to key workers and providing logistical support for health and care staff in their time of need.
“Tonight is all about celebrating those businesses who have risen to the many challenges which have surfaced in recent years. We are extremely proud of the achievements of every single business and entrepreneur here tonight. I also want to thank Bangor university and all our sponsors for making the event possible.”
The prestigious Business Person of the Year award went to Askar Sheibani. Mr Sheibani is a highly successful entrepreneur in his own right, running Flintshire based telecomms firm Comtek, which has a global reach. But away from his own business ventures he also proudly flies the flag for North Wales.
His various roles include chair of Ambition North Wales’s Business Delivery Board, Chair and Founder of the UK Fibre Connectivity Forum, Chair of Deeside Business Forum and he is a Welsh Government Entrepreneurship Champion for Wales.
He has always championed other entrepreneurs - helping others start or grow their businesses and has been behind campaigns to improve digital infrastructure in North Wales and create the Deeside Enterprise Zone.
Sadly he was in the US signing his latest big deal last night but was able to ‘virtually’ accept his award on the night. A full response from him and the other winners, along with pictures from the evening, will be in the business section on Wednesday.
The David Williams Judges’ Choice Award – Sponsored by ADRA - went to Gwyn Jones, managing director of Castle Green Homes.
He has made remarkable progress in the construction sector - becoming managing director of MacBryde Homes in 2018, aged just 30.
The MD later lead a management buy-out of the company backed by Redrow founder Steve Morgan, a man who knows a thing or two about property development.
The business has since rebranded as Castle Green Homes and under our winner’s leadership has plans to quadruple in size over the next few years.
Winners on the evening:
Business Start Up Award – Sponsored by M-SParc
This was won by Enhanced Healthcare, a Colwyn Bay agency that specialises in the recruitment and training of nurses and healthcare professionals.
Also shortlisted were Scuba Escape.
Best in Food and Drink Award – Sponsored by Harlech Foodservice
This award went to Abergwyngregyn spirits maker Aber Falls Whisky Distillery.
Also shortlisted were cheesemaker Castell Gwyn Ltd and award winning Signatures Restaurant, Conwy.
■ Diversity and Inclusion Award –Sponsored by Development Bank of Wales
Leading outsourced communications company Moneypenny, in Wrexham, took this award.
Also shortlisted were: Not-for-profit organisation RCS and Theatr Clwyd.
Green Business Award
This was scooped by Rhug Estate, the organic farm estate near Corwen that has pioneered a sustainable eco-friendly approach.
Also shortlisted were Always Aim High Events and Anglesey Sea Zoo.
Community Award – Sponsored by Cartrefi Conwy
This went to Iorwerth Arms, a Bryngwran pub that was saved from closure by the community.
Also shortlisted were The Little Wren and North Wales Dragons Community Football Team.
Business of the Year (up to 25 employees)
John Kelly Construction Services, based on Anglesey, took this award.
Also shortlisted were Finance firm FFP Solutions Ltd, and ice cream parlour and pizzeria Glaslyn.
Business of the Year (over 26 employees) – Sponsored by Busnes@llandrilloMenai
The award was scooped by Harlech Foodservice, a fast growing Gwynedd-based firm supplying food to catering establishments in Wales and North West England.
Also shortlisted were Brenig Group and Godfrey Group Facilities Ltd.
Innovation and Technology Award – Sponsored by Skills Factory Bangor University
The award was won by Aparito, a Wrexham firm transforming healthcare by unlocking real-world patient data through mobile apps and wearable devices.
Also shortlisted were Anglesey tech companies Cufflink and Haia.
■ See next Wednesday’s Business Post for pictures and quotes from the evening.
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The Claremont Museum of Art will be renamed in honor of Inland Empire real estate developer Randall Lewis following a $1 million gift from the philanthropist.
The museum will assign $850,000 of the gift to its endowment for ongoing operational costs. The remaining $150,000 will be used to complete phase two of the museum’s expansion and to support efforts to increase public access through additional programming.
“This strategic endowment gift helps secure the future of our community museum,” officials said in a news release. “It comes at a particularly opportune time in the evolution of the museum, with two new galleries just completed and plans underway for expanded programming and accessibility to benefit the Claremont community and the region.”
The Board of Directors is expected to meet soon to modify the museum’s name to Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, officials said.
The donation supports the launch of Free Fridays at the museum, welcoming the public at no cost starting on Friday, April 1.
“We are deeply appreciative of these very generous gifts, as they give us the opportunity to reimagine new, exciting ways to engage families and community members with the arts,” board President Elaine Turner said.
Lewis, 70, is one of four brothers running a homebuilding and commercial real estate dynasty created by their parents, Ralph and Goldy Lewis. He is executive vice president and a principal of Lewis Management Corp., a member of the Upland-based Lewis Group of Companies.
In recent years, Randall Lewis has boosted his philanthropic profile in the Inland Empire, donating to several educational institutions that have named centers after him, including innovation and entrepreneurship centers at Claremont-McKenna College and the University of La Verne’s Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research.
In 2016, Lewis provided a significant donation to complete phase one of the historic Claremont Depot renovation, making a home for the art museum.
“It is an honor to support the Claremont Museum of Art and to raise awareness of this wonderful community asset,” Lewis said. “The arts are such a vital part of the Claremont experience, and it is my hope that the museum will be able to play an even greater role in promoting and showcasing artistry and creativity.”
The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, in the historic Claremont Depot, is at 200 W. First St. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
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Lacrosse players give it their ALL in bid to climb the game's ladder
Four-team NLL feeder loop wraps up its first season based out of the Langley Events Centre.
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The four-team feeder loop for the NLL just wrapped up its inaugural season on Sunday at the Langley Events Centre and its best-of-three championship series went the distance as Sea Spray edged the Grizzlies 2-1 in the 15-minute mini-game to close things out.
Bell bagged the winner for Sea Spray with 1:05 left. Sea Spray had forced the mini-game by capturing Game 2 earlier in the day by a 14-13 count in overtime, with the winner coming 59 seconds into that extra session from John Hofseth.
Bell, 25, is on the cusp of regular duty in the NLL, as a member of the Vancouver Warriors’ practice roster. He played for the Warriors in a Feb. 18 game in Calgary, and could get called on to play again before their year draws to a close.
“Being able to keep a stick in your hands and play at a high level has kept me ready,” Bell said. “It wasn’t like I was trying to come in off the street after not playing for months.
“It’s nice to have a place to get some reps in.”
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The four teams based out of the LEC played 12-game regular seasons that began in December, which mirrored the NLL timeline.
Dean Fairall, 27, has been the ALL West’s No. 1 success story to date. He had 26 goals and 53 points in eight games with the Shooting Eagles. He signed a one-year deal with the Panther City Lacrosse League in February and so far has 12 goal and 25 points in six games with the NLL’s expansion team from Fort Worth, Tex.
As well, 21-year-old netminder Justin Geddie got called up from the Black Fish to the San Diego Seals when they had two goalies wind up on the COVID-19 protocol list. He backstopped San Diego to an 12-11 win over the Saskatchewan Rush on Jan. 14, grabbing second star on the night for his 42 saves.
“I think you’re going to see even more guys knocking on the door, wanting to play in the league next year,” said Russ Heard, the former NLL and Western Lacrosse Association standout who was coach of the Sea Spray.
The ALL East began running in 2017. Their seven-team league is just finishing up its current season.
The summertime club WLA hasn’t played since 2019 due to COVID. They’re set to open their 2022 schedule on May 27.
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If you’re curious how a handmade smoking accessory is different from a manufactured one, look no further than Wildfire Ceramic Studio, where the second annual “Highfire” group exhibition includes pipes, bongs, trays, stash jars and more.
Take Jazmine Penelope’s sculpted cat bong, which is quite literally a white cat decorated with pink roses, sitting atop a matching floral “fabric” bed, front legs upright and head perked as though toward its owner. Penelope constructed the kitty so the tail holds the bowl, and its mouth is where you smoke.
The “Precious Angel” bong, as it’s called, is one of 66 pieces by 16 artists, seven of whom call Missoula home, in the show.
Wildfire, a private resident-run studio and gallery, threw its first “Highfire” show in April 2021, complete on the opening date.
“We had a really great turnout for the opening and for the 4/20 celebration that we did last year. And we had a lot of really great feedback this year,” said Stephanie Dishno, one of the studio’s co-founders.
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The opening is on First Friday, April 1, from 6-9 p.m. at the studio, and the whole show will go online at wildfireceramicstudio.com. They’re having another opening on 4/20 with the dispensary next door, We’d, from 6-9 p.m. The studio is located at 2502 Murphy Unit A, off West Broadway, and draws a strong crowd on First Fridays, often after folks have seen things downtown.
Ryan Caldwell, one of the residents and a co-founder, made stash jars with a patterned decal of a leaf. Dishno created a series of pipes, based on a vintage razor design, that bear decals (blue, purple) of women shaving their legs in the shower. The end, where the blade would be, is smooth gold leaf.
Amy Golden, a potter and sculptor in Baltimore, submitted two pipes that resemble cheerful hand-drawn clouds, all white and speckled with dots. The bowl and (lip) are subtle, blending right in among them, and would make a fine sculpture.
Vanessa Hartman submitted sculpted critters, each endearing with a single buck tooth. Their pleasing surface rendering makes them feel as though they escaped from a moody fantasy book for children.
Wildfire resident Gabs Conway’s work addresses “the dualities of existence,” and “considers the human essence, and the human physicality as two separate entities,” per her artist statement. Some of her work centers on organ-like creatures with toothy expressions. In pipe form, their tails curl in an impressively constructed twist and their open mouths serve as a bowl.
Sarah Conti, a former resident whose work contemplates the fragility of avian life, made a series of dead hummingbird one-hitters.
A group of artists opened Wildfire in the summer of 2020, both for the studio space, including large equipment like kilns, and to have a gallery to show their work. They have seven residents now, including Caldwell, Conway and Dishno, plus Stella Nall, Maya Moen, Lane Chapman and Bruce Kitts.
They’re donating 10% of the sales to the Last Prisoner Project, a nonprofit that addresses criminal justice reform regarding cannabis laws, including work to release people who are serving prison sentences for marijuana offenses.
The group is also open to applications for its BIPOC artist fellowship, which closes on April 4.
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I smiled so much Monday my face hurt as my son and his fifth grade classmates swing danced and boogie woogied and waltzed across the stage of their school auditorium for the fifth grade ballroom dance performance. Their faces were tight with concentration, even those behind masks. And their 10-year-old awkwardness was on full display even though the tango was touchless. (It was social dist-dancing, their instructor joked.)
My favorite moment, though, was before the fox trotting and merengue-ing even began, when my son stepped on stage, craned his neck, and scanned the crowd for us. My husband and I waved maniacally until his eyes met ours, and then he jumped up and down and waved back, relieved.
It was such an ordinary school recital moment, one that probably played out across the Brooklyn auditorium among other nervous dancers and enthusiastic parents. That normalcy, that familiarity is what caused tears to sting my eyes. As COVID restrictions ease, my sons’ school is welcoming vaccinated visitors and bringing back some of the plays, recitals, and events we missed during the pandemic. And getting this glimpse into my kids’ education felt like a gift.
The last time I sat in that auditorium was a little over two years ago, just days before New York City shuttered its school buildings. We were all anxious at the third grade superhero concert on March 12, 2020, some folks sitting far apart and others flinching at every cough or sneeze. I was so on edge I almost didn’t bother taking any photos of my son, whose dirty blond hair and orange superhero cape were barely visible in the second row of students. But even then I wondered when I would see him sing (or dance or score a goal) again. So I recorded videos of the children singing sweet songs about being forever friends, about tomorrow needing us, about being agents of change.
We watched those videos and flipped through other old school photos over and over in the trying months of isolation that followed. There was my older son’s star turn in “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” and his sign language rendition of “I just called to say I love you.” There was my younger son’s Groundhog Day sing-a-long, and his belting out of “This land is your land” at pre-K graduation, his thumbs tucked behind his special suspenders.
It pales greatly in comparison to the more significant and traumatic losses that so many New Yorkers suffered in the pandemic. But I’m nonetheless saddened by the in-school moments we missed. Kindergarten graduation. The school play. Countless little visits to the classroom. Face-to-face parent teacher conferences. The Zoom recitals and ceremonies were valiant efforts by overworked staff, but I missed squeezing into child-size chairs to fashion stamps out of apples or build Balsa airplanes.
Not all parents share my warm fuzziness about school involvement. For working parents, the timing of school activities can feel like a cruel joke, the request for boxes of coffee or sliced cantaloupe just one more item on the endless to-do list of parenting. Before I worked at Chalkbeat, where my status as a mom and public school parent is considered a positive, potlucks and performances were a source of immense stress.
And as the pandemic has reinforced, schools have not felt like welcome places for many parents, particularly parents of color who have seen years of disinvestment, discipline disparities, and inequity. Building that trust and rethinking what parent engagement means is likely front of mind – or should be – for many administrators as restrictions ease.
Ahead of the ballroom recital, a school staffer mused to me that she wasn’t sure if the dancing was more for the students or the parents. I assured her that my son had gained so much from his twice-weekly lessons – the self confidence and pride that comes from trying something way, way outside his comfort zone. Plus, he learned a few new moves that could come in handy on TikTok someday! But maybe this performance was also for the parents and caregivers who have longed for a chance to applaud, to beam, to wave wildly, making sure their children know they are there for them.
Carrie Melago is one of Chalkbeat’s managing editors for local news.
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British Cycling has confirmed that transgender cyclist Emily Bridges will not now make her competitive debut as a woman at the National Omnium Championships in Derby this weekend, saying that the UCI has informed it that under current regulations, she “is not eligible to participate in this event.”
We will have more on this story in the morning. In the meantime, in a statement released this evening, the national governing body said:
At British Cycling, we believe that transgender and non-binary people should be able to find a home, feel welcome and included, and be celebrated in our sport.
Under the British Cycling Transgender and Non-Binary Participation policy, Emily Bridges was due to participate in the British National Omnium Championships on Saturday 2nd April. We have now been informed by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) that under their current guidelines Emily is not eligible to participate in this event.
We have been in close discussions with the UCI regarding Emily’s participation this weekend and have also engaged closely with Emily and her family regarding her transition and involvement in elite competitions. We acknowledge the decision of the UCI with regards to Emily’s participation, however we fully recognise her disappointment with today’s decision.
Transgender and non-binary inclusion is bigger than one race and one athlete – it is a challenge for all elite sports. We believe all participants within our sport deserve more clarity and understanding around participation in elite competitions and we will continue to work with the UCI on both Emily’s case and the wider situation with regards to this issue.
We also understand that in elite sports the concept of fairness is essential. For this reason, British Cycling is today calling for a coalition to share, learn and understand more about how we can achieve fairness in a way that maintains the dignity and respect of all athletes.
Within recent years, we’ve seen huge advancements in the science and testing around elite sports, the broader scientific and understanding of human biology, developments in protection provided by the law, and crucially a greater respect for the psychological and societal challenges of those who are transgender and non-binary. This is a complex area and by uniting, we can share resources and insights.
We know that some of these conversations are happening in pockets of the sporting world, but we want to encourage all sporting governing bodies, athletes, the transgender and non-binary athlete community, the Government and beyond to come together and find a better answer.
Across sports, far more needs to be done, collectively, before any long-term conclusions can be drawn.
Below is our original article, published at 1215 today.
A transgender cyclist who was once part of the men’s Great Britain Academy Programme, and who last month won a men’s race at the British Universities Track Championships, looks set to make her competitive debut as a woman against some of the country’s top female riders including multiple Olympic champion Dame Laura Kenny at the National Omnium Championships in Derby this weekend – although some competitors are said to be afraid to speak out about her potential participation in the event.
Emily Bridges, aged 21, revealed her struggles with gender dysphoria and the impact it was having on her, including depression and feeling isolated, in an article written for Sky Sports that was published on Coming Out Day in October 2020.
She started undergoing hormone therapy last year, and her testosterone levels are now sufficiently low to allow her to compete in women’s events under British Cycling’s Transgender and Non-Binary Participation Policy.
First published in 2020, the latest version of the policy was published in January this year following a consultation last summer that attracted 600 responses.
Transgender athletes are required to have testosterone levels below 5 nanomoles per litre for a year (men generally range between 10 and 30 nanomoles per litre) before being permitted to compete against other women.
Announcing the update, British Cycling said: “Our first Transgender and Non-Binary Participation Policy was designed to be as inclusive as possible, imposing only necessary and proportionate restrictions on eligibility to ensure fair and meaningful competition, based on the most relevant available guidance.”
The governing body said that it would “continue to follow the UCI regulations introduced in March 2020, which are based on objective scientific research and driven by a desire to guarantee fairness and safety within the sport … For this reason, testosterone levels remain the primary method of determining which members are eligible to compete in the male and female categories.”
It added: “While there has been much commentary on the effectiveness of testosterone-based measures, at the current time we do not have sufficient research or understanding to update this area of our policy in a way which is relevant and appropriate for our sport.
“However, we remain committed to moving with international bodies and scientific opinion, and supporting research efforts in any way we can.”
News of Bridges’ likely participation in Derby this weekend has attracted criticism within the media, with Owen Slot, chief sports writer at The Times, writing that should she beat Kenny – five times an Olympic gold medallist, two of those in the Omnium – this weekend, it would underline the unfairness of allowing transgender women to compete in female sports events.
Meanwhile, Olympic silver medal-winning former swimmer Sharron Davies, who believes that despite reduction of testosterone levels, transgender women retain an unfair physical advantage over biological females and should therefore be excluded from women’s sport, says that she has been contacted by women cyclists who are fearful of going public with their concerns.
“British Cycling ought to be ashamed of themselves,” she said, quoted on Mail Online. “I have had quite a few of the girls very distressed on the phone. They are frustrated and disappointed.
“They are all for inclusion but not at the loss of fairness and opportunities for biological females.”
However, Bridges’ mother Sandy, writing on Twitter, said that her daughter may have to have police protection at the championships this weekend.
“This is the reality of being trans today,” she wrote. “That my daughter has to be on a police operation plan to compete in a bike race in the UK. How in any way can that be #SafeToBeMe2022.”
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PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. – An entire block of 15 family homes in Northern California was purchased by a single buyer for $10 million.
The cottage-style homes built in the 1920s are located on Laurel Avenue in Pacific Grove and include a mix of studios, and one and two bedrooms, KSBW-TV reported.
The buyer owns multiple historic properties in Pacific Grove and wishes to be identified as Whispering Pines LLC, a nod to the home’s history, said Debby Beck, the real estate broker who represented the buyer.
Fourteen of the 15 cottages were built in 1924 by Dr. Andrew Jackson Hart, the owner of Hart Mansion, one of the most well-known landmarks on the Monterey Peninsula. The homes, bounded by Cedar, Pine, Locust and Laurel Street, became known as the Whispering Pines of Pacific Grove.
Beck said the new owner has no plans of subdividing the block given the historic significance of the homes.
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https://journalrecord.com/2022/03/31/buyer-pays-10m-for-15-homes-on-same-block/
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The weekend is almost here and there's plenty of things to do in and around York.
The Press has a full section dedicated to local events listings - a space for gigs, tours, family events, courses and much more.
If you were looking for the ultimate guide to what's on in York, here are just some of the main events taking place in the district this weekend.
For those looking to promote an event or buy tickets, simply visit the York Press' local events platform directly here.
Friday, April 1
Joe Lycett: More, More, More. How Do You Lycett? How Do You Lycett?
When: 7.30pm
Where: York Barbican, Paragon Street, York, YO10 4NT
What: Comedian Joe Lycett brings his tour to York. Over 15s only. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Information here.
Peat & Diesel
When: 8pm
Where: The Crescent, 8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
What: Live music at The Crescent. More information here.
Saturday, April 2
Chanticleer Singers: 'A Treasury of Sacred Music'
When: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Where: St Michael's, Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LX
What: An evening of sacred music including Gabriel Fauré – Requiem Mykola Lysenko – a prayer for Ukraine. Free tickets for children and students. Tickets cost £12. More information here.
Femmes Fortissimo: Loud and Clear
When: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Where: Acomb Parish Church Hall, 18A Front Street, Acomb, YO24 3BZ
What: Femmes Fortissimo is performing as part of York International Women’s Week 2022. Femmes Fortissimo is a 40-strong brass band of women players from bands across Yorkshire and further afield. This concert is raising funds for Survive, a charity which offers specialist counselling and support work to all adults across North Yorkshire who have experienced sexual trauma. Tickets cost £10. More information here.
Rossini: Petite Messe Solennelle
When: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Where: St Peter's School, Clifton, YO30 6AB
What: York Musical Society choir conducted by David Pipe and accompanied by Caius Lee (piano) and Valerie Barr (accordion), with soloists Katie Wood, Emily Hodkinson, Ed Lambert and Stuart O'Hara. It will take place in the Memorial Hall. Tickets cost £10. More information here.
York Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
When: 7.30pm-10pm
Where: Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Heslington, YO10 5FS
What: York Symphony Orchestra is set to play its Spring Concert. The music event will celebrate British composers and the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ralph Vaughan Williams. Tickets cost £15. More information here.
Ryedale Festival Launch Concert 2022 - Carducci Quartet
When: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Where: St Peter's Church Norton, Langton Road, Norton, YO17 9AE
What: Carducci Quartet launches Ryedale Festival’s season on Saturday. Full details of the festival’s summer programme which will be revealed at the end of the concert. Tickets cost £18 (front) and £15 (rear and sides). More information here.
Sunday, April 3
Joe Lycett: More, More, More. How Do You Lycett? How Do You Lycett?
When: 7.30pm
Where: York Barbican, Paragon Street, York, YO10 4NT
What: Comedian Joe Lycett brings his tour to York. Over 15s only. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Information here.
Ryedale Dog Rescue stall on the Green
When: 11am-4.30pm
Where: The Green, Hutton-le-Hole, YO62 6UA
What: Open air stall for sales of bric a brac, pet items, crafts, tombola, teddy game and lucky dips.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee woman convicted in the death of a police officer has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison.
Ashley Kroese of Thompson's Station was 24 years old on June 18, 2020, when she drove on the wrong side of the road in Brentwood, killing Brentwood police officer Destin Legieza, 30, authorities said.
She was previously found guilty of four charges, including vehicular homicide by intoxication. She was sentenced Wednesday for charges in the crash that killed Legieza, The Tennessean reported.
A blood test after the crash found her blood alcohol content was 0.166%, which is twice the legal limit.
Members of Legieza's family spoke at the hearing.
“Ashley. I don’t think you intended to kill anyone that day,” said Heather Legieza, the officer’s widow. “But you moving forward with the trial when you know what you did was with intention, you should have just taken accountability for your actions."
Kroese, who did not testify at the February trial, read from a statement.
“I can’t pretend to understand what you have been going through. I’ve never lost a husband, a son or a brother, and nothing I can say is able to ease your pain, but I am truly and deeply sorry,” Kroese said.
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Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester United have now confirmed they will play a pre-season friendly match in Bangkok in July.
The Old Trafford club will meet Jurgen Klopp’s side in the ‘THE MATCH Bangkok Century Cup 2022’ which will be played at the Rajamangala Stadium on July 12.
The holding of the match was confirmed at a press conference held at Siam Paragon on Mar 31, which was attended by former players Andrew Cole and Phil Babb.
Both teams are expected to bring full strength squads to play in the match.
“It will be the same players as you see now with a few additions if transfer deals happen,” said former United striker Cole, predicting that both teams will continue their fierce rivalry in Bangkok.
“I’m not sure it will be played like a pre-season friendly,” he said.
First fixture for new United manager?
As well as the fierce rivalry between the two teams, the fixture could have added interest for Manchester United fans.
By the time Manchester United touch down in Bangkok, the club will hope it will have a new permanent manager to replace interim boss Ralf Rangnick.
At the time of writing, Ajax head coach Erik ten Hag, who is understood to have already been interviewed for the position, along with Paris Saint-Germain’s Mauricio Pochettino are the two front runners for the job.
🗓️ Three 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 games.
🇹🇭🇦🇺 Two 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 destinations.
🔴 One 𝘂𝗻𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 #MUTOUR22!#MUFC— Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 31, 2022
United’s chief operating officer Collette Roche said: “It has been two years since the club has been able to travel on an international pre-season tour, so we can’t wait to get going this summer and reconnect with our fans in South-east Asia and Australasia.”
Ben Latty, commercial director at Liverpool FC, said: “Pre-season tour is a vitally important time of year for our players to prepare for the upcoming season, and it provides a fantastic opportunity to meet with fans around the world.
“Since the start of the pandemic we’ve been unable to travel for pre-season and so we’re extremely excited to be able to visit our supporters globally once again and compete in games like ‘The Match’.
“This trip to Bangkok will be very special and we’re really looking forward to having many of our supporters with us along the way.”
Many local fans priced out
Earlier this month, Hua Hin Today reported how senior officials from both clubs had visited Bangkok to check the facilities and inspect the pitch at the 51,000 seater Rajamangala Stadium.
Both Manchester United and Liverpool have a huge following in Thailand.
Liverpool’s official Thai language Facebook page has 38 million followers and fixtures between the two teams commonly referred to as the ‘Red War’ by Thai media.
However, with cheapest tickets for the match starting at 5,000 baht – a month’s salary for some Thais – many fans have complained that they are simply not able to afford to buy tickets to watch their favourite teams in person.
Tickets will go on sale at 10am on April 2 via Thai Ticket Major and are limited to four per person. Tickets are available in seven different price points: 5,000 / 7,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 / 20,000 / 22,000 and 25,000 baht
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Got a dime you can spare? Coins are in short supply — again.
Retailers, laundromats and other businesses that rely on coins want Americans to empty their piggy banks and look under couch cushions for extra change and “get coin moving.”
A group of trade associations that represent individual businesses including banks, retail outlets, truck stops, grocery stores and more is asking the Treasury Department for more help convincing Americans to get coins back in circulation.
The consequences of the circulation slowdown hit people who don’t have an ability to pay for items electronically, they say.
“If retailers are not able to offer change for cash purchases consumers who rely on cash will be vulnerable,” the associations said in a letter to Treasury.
For example, people who do their laundry at coin laundry mats could have a harder time finding change to wash their clothes. And on a larger scale, people who don’t have cash access aren’t able to patronize certain card-only businesses.
It’s not a coin shortage America faces, but a lack of circulation.
“We can’t print our way out of this problem,” said Austen Jensen, a senior vice president for government affairs at the Retail Industry Leaders Association.
Jensen’s group, along with the American Bankers Association, National Association of Convenience Stores, and National Grocers Association, is trying to meet consumer demand and wants a new public campaign to increase coin circulation.
Jensen said his group is also encouraging member retailers to find creative ways to deal with the shortage of coins, including rounding-up purchases for charity promotions. And he says businesses with multiple locations could send coins from one store to another.
This is not the first time during the pandemic that the issue of low coin circulation has arisen.
The coronavirus disrupted consumers’ buying habits and shifted purchases largely to plastic cards to such an extent that in July 2020, the Federal Reserve restricted coin orders by financial institutions.
The Fed also convened a U.S. Coin Task Force, made up of representatives from various federal agencies, which led to a campaign encouraging the public to get coins into circulation.
This February, the task force issued a State of Coin report, which said pandemic lockdowns slowed small transactions that generated change and there was a temporary aversion to cash for perceived hygienic reasons. The report also said the Federal Reserve and the U.S. Mint contracted with a third party consultant to review the coin supply chain.
Coin deposit volumes began to increase gradually starting in the summer of 2020, but businesses say the problem has come up again as people have stopped using coins and have stuck to plastic cards.
The issue has had the biggest impact on people who don’t have bank accounts. An estimated 22 percent of U.S. Americans were “unbanked” or “underbanked” in 2019, according to the Federal Reserve.
The Treasury Department has yet to respond to the letter. The government encourages people to help get coin moving by spending it with retailers, taking it to their banks and credit unions, or using a coin recycling kiosk like the ones found at grocery stores.
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Bruce Pearl won on the final day of March after all. Now pressure builds for Auburn basketball
AUBURN — It's a cycle. The object of the game is to force yourself into the cycle.
When Auburn basketball fans joke of bluebloods vs. new-bloods, or when talking heads debate where Bruce Pearl's Tigers fit within the caste system of college hoops, the central subject of dispute is the cycle.
Recruit. Win enough games with the recruits to boost the recruits' pro potential. Hope your recruits excel in the pros enough to provide you more recruiting material. Recruit the next recruits.
Auburn's 2021-22 season ended in massive disappointment. The Tigers' second-round NCAA Tournament exit — an 18-point loss to a 10-seed, at that — left fans feeling dispirited about a spellbinding season.
Not about the direction of the program, though. The real triumph was Auburn's continued nurturance of the cycle. The real token of its success, even more than an SEC championship banner, is Yohan Traore.
Traore committed to Auburn on Thursday, the last night of March. Ranked No. 15 overall in his recruiting class, the five-star is the second-best prospect ever to choose Auburn, only behind last year's prized signee, Jabari Smith.
Smith did remarkable things. He catapulted from borderline NBA lottery pick status to the topic of No. 1 overall pick punditry. He averaged 33 points and 14.5 rebounds per 100 possessions. He shot 42% from 3-point range.
Auburn's coaching staff optimized Smith's talent, and Smith made the most of Auburn's opportunities.
There's no better recruiting pitch than that.
Smith's development in one year is now the model for all the Yohan Traores considering Auburn. And Pearl integrated himself into the cycle well before Smith. For him, the example was set by Chuma Okeke and Isaac Okoro. Both were first-round draft picks at the same position.
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For future guard prospects, the example is Sharife Cooper. For future centers, it's Walker Kessler (and perhaps, now, Traore). Pearl's latest five-star is a testament to a program that's helping players achieve their NBA dreams in a short amount of time.
Sound familiar?
It should. John Calipari has mastered the cycle. What he hasn't mastered (if you ask Kentucky fans) is winning in March at a sustained level.
Since Calipari took over in 2009, a grand total of 52 five-star recruits have signed letters of intent to play at Kentucky. Thirteen have been top-10 NBA draft selections. Calipari's Wildcats have earned one national championship, but they have tailed off in recent years.
The 2014-15 team was undefeated entering the Final Four, but it lost to Wisconsin. Since then, Kentucky hasn't made it back to the Final Four. The Wildcats, after losing to 15-seed St. Peter's, will watch four other bluebloods compete in New Orleans this weekend.
That's the cautionary tale for Pearl as he masters the cycle. The better a coach recruits, the higher the expectations rise.
For a burgeoning new-blood such as Auburn, this year's second-round dud isn't the end of the world. That much is clear from Traore's commitment. But the program is becoming more powerful before our very eyes. Even after early elimination, Pearl won on the last day of March after all. On May 1, his new eight-year contract extension begins. He becomes likely a top-five highest paid college basketball coach.
It will mark a new chapter for Auburn. More money, more recruits, more pressure to win in March.
The good news is that Pearl has proven himself for decades to be one of the great in-game minds in the sport. He has out-coached Calipari with equal and less talent.
And the goalposts are different at Auburn, obviously: One national title would be the single greatest achievement in program history.
Pearl has given fans a taste of the Final Four. He's giving them a taste of consistent blue-chip recruiting. He left them with a sour taste this March. Soon, they'll be using NCAA Tournaments as a unit of time.
Welcome to Auburn, Yohan Traore. Welcome to the cycle, Bruce Pearl.
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| 2022-04-01T00:25:37Z
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Seven motels changed hands last year in the South Okanagan as investment surged in Canada’s accommodation sector, according to a new report from Colliers.
The seven deals in this region totalled $35.9 million and covered 293 rooms in Summerland, Penticton and Osoyoos. Those transactions made up about one-fifth of the 39 deals across B.C. last year worth $459 million.
“Private investors were the primary buyers of hotels and resorts in the region last year,” said Russell Beaudry, senior director of hotels for Colliers and one of the authors of the 2022 Canadian Hotel Investment Report, in an email Thursday.
“These groups are patient owners with long-term investment horizons. Typically, these types of properties are purchased to reposition and enhance existing operations.”
Beaudry pointed to the new hotel going up near the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre as another example of such long-term investment in the region.
As for the heightened market activity in the South Okanagan, Beaudry suggested the region was somewhat insulated from the worst impacts of the pandemic.
“Leisure markets have been performing relatively well and limited-service hotels and motels have been winners when compared to larger metro areas,” he explained.
“Drive-to leisure demand and transient travel have kept many smaller and resort-oriented markets at or near pre-Covid levels. The industry is also optimistic for this summer’s peak travel season with many operators having a good number of reservations on the books.”
Colliers reported just one other hotel deal in the Okanagan in 2021. It involved the 30-room Schell Motel in Vernon, which traded hands for $1.7 million.
On the national level, there were a total of 163 sales valued at $2 billion, up from just $400 million in 2020 as investors worked through pandemic-inspired jitters.
Colliers’ reported noted that approximately 40% of the properties that changed hands are earmarked for redevelopment or alternate uses, such as social housing.
Indeed, the largest transaction last year in this province involved the 195-room Patricia Hotel in downtown Vancouver that BC Housing acquired for $63.8 million.
Summary of 2021 motel sales in the South Okanagan:
1. Bowmont Motel, Penticton
$4.4M, 45 rooms
2. Flamingo Motel, Penticton
$1.8M, 25 rooms
3. Spanish Villa, Penticton
$5.5M, 69 rooms
4. Richter Pass Motor Inn, Osoyoos
$4.7M, 48 rooms
5. Best Western Sunrise Inn, Osoyoos
$9M, 67 rooms
6. Westridge Motor Inn, Osoyoos
$6.9M, 33 rooms
7. La Punta Norte Guest House, Summerland
$3.6M, 6 rooms
Source: Colliers, 2022 Canadian Hotel Investment Report.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee woman convicted in the death of a police officer has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison.
Ashley Kroese of Thompson's Station was 24 years old on June 18, 2020, when she drove on the wrong side of the road in Brentwood, killing Brentwood police officer Destin Legieza, 30, authorities said.
She was previously found guilty of four charges, including vehicular homicide by intoxication. She was sentenced Wednesday for charges in the crash that killed Legieza, The Tennessean reported.
A blood test after the crash found her blood alcohol content was 0.166%, which is twice the legal limit.
Members of Legieza's family spoke at the hearing.
“Ashley. I don’t think you intended to kill anyone that day,” said Heather Legieza, the officer’s widow. “But you moving forward with the trial when you know what you did was with intention, you should have just taken accountability for your actions."
Kroese, who did not testify at the February trial, read from a statement.
“I can’t pretend to understand what you have been going through. I’ve never lost a husband, a son or a brother, and nothing I can say is able to ease your pain, but I am truly and deeply sorry,” Kroese said.
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Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock Moves -1.02%: What You Should Know
Lockheed Martin (LMT) closed at $441.40 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.02% move from the prior day. This change was narrower than the S&P 500's 1.57% loss on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 1.56%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.09%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the aerospace and defense company had lost 0.9% over the past month. This has lagged the Aerospace sector's gain of 0.95% and the S&P 500's gain of 5.37% in that time.
Wall Street will be looking for positivity from Lockheed Martin as it approaches its next earnings report date. On that day, Lockheed Martin is projected to report earnings of $6.25 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 4.73%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $15.75 billion, down 3.13% from the prior-year quarter.
Looking at the full year, our Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $26.77 per share and revenue of $66.08 billion. These totals would mark changes of +18.29% and -1.44%, respectively, from last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Lockheed Martin should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the company's business and profitability.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.08% lower. Lockheed Martin is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Digging into valuation, Lockheed Martin currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 16.66. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 19.44, which means Lockheed Martin is trading at a discount to the group.
Investors should also note that LMT has a PEG ratio of 2.93 right now. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. The Aerospace - Defense was holding an average PEG ratio of 2.95 at yesterday's closing price.
The Aerospace - Defense industry is part of the Aerospace sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 105, which puts it in the top 42% of all 250+ industries.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Thursday passed a bill capping the monthly cost of insulin at $35 for insured patients, part of an election-year push by Democrats for price curbs on prescription drugs at a time of rising inflation.
Experts say the legislation, which passed 232-193, would provide significant relief for privately insured patients with skimpier plans and for Medicare enrollees facing rising out-of-pocket costs for their insulin. Some could save hundreds of dollars annually, and all insured patients would get the benefit of predictable monthly costs for insulin. The bill would not help the uninsured.
But the Affordable Insulin Now Act will serve as a political vehicle to rally Democrats and force Republicans who oppose it into uncomfortable votes ahead of the midterms. For the legislation to pass Congress, 10 Republican senators would have to vote in favor. Democrats acknowledge they don’t have an answer for how that’s going to happen.
“If 10 Republicans stand between the American people being able to get access to affordable insulin, that’s a good question for 10 Republicans to answer,” said Rep. Dan Kildee, D-Mich., a cosponsor of the House bill. “Republicans get diabetes, too. Republicans die from diabetes.”
Public opinion polls have consistently shown support across party lines for congressional action to limit drug costs.
But Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., complained the legislation is only “a small piece of a larger package around government price controls for prescription drugs.” Critics say the bill would raise premiums and fails to target pharmaceutical middlemen seen as contributing to high list prices for insulin.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said Democrats could have a deal on prescription drugs if they drop their bid to authorize Medicare to negotiate prices. “Do Democrats really want to help seniors, or would they rather have the campaign issue?” Grassley said.
The insulin bill, which would take effect in 2023, represents just one provision of a much broader prescription drug package in President Joe Biden’s social and climate legislation.
In addition to a similar $35 cap on insulin, the Biden bill would authorize Medicare to negotiate prices for a range of drugs, including insulin. It would penalize drugmakers who raise prices faster than inflation and overhaul the Medicare prescription drug benefit to limit out-of-pocket costs for enrollees.
Biden’s agenda passed the House only to stall in the Senate because Democrats could not reach consensus. Party leaders haven’t abandoned hope of getting the legislation moving again, and preserving its drug pricing curbs largely intact.
The idea of a $35 monthly cost cap for insulin actually has a bipartisan pedigree. The Trump administration had created a voluntary option for Medicare enrollees to get insulin for $35, and the Biden administration continued it.
In the Senate, Republican Susan Collins of Maine and Democrat Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire are working on a bipartisan insulin bill. Georgia Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock has introduced legislation similar to the House bill, with the support of Sen. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York.
Stung by criticism that Biden’s economic policies spur inflation, Democrats are redoubling efforts to show how they’d help people cope with costs. On Thursday, the Commerce Department reported a key inflation gauge jumped 6.4% in February compared with a year ago, the largest year-over-year rise since January 1982.
But experts say the House bill would not help uninsured people, who face the highest out-of-pocket costs for insulin. Also, people with diabetes often take other medications as well as insulin. That’s done to treat the diabetes itself, along with other serious health conditions often associated with the disease. The House legislation would not help with those costs, either. Collins says she’s looking for a way to help uninsured people through her bill.
About 37 million Americans have diabetes, and an estimated 6 million to 7 million use insulin to keep their blood sugars under control. It’s an old drug, refined and improved over the years, that has seen relentless price increases.
Steep list prices don’t reflect the rates insurance plans negotiate with manufacturers. But those list prices are used to calculate cost-sharing amounts that patients owe. Patients who can’t afford their insulin reduce or skip doses, a strategy born of desperation, which can lead to serious complications and even death.
Economist Sherry Glied of New York University said the market for insulin is a “total disaster” for many patients, particularly those with skimpy insurance plans or no insurance.
“This will make private insurance for people with diabetes a much more attractive proposition,” said Glied.
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Which StarTech docking station is best?
While lightweight, compact laptop computers are great for jobs on the go or when you’re away from your office, there are plenty of times when the larger viewing real estate and connectivity of a traditional desktop computer are desired. Thankfully, StarTech provides docking stations that allow you to greatly expand the usability of your laptop computer.
The StarTech.com USB-C Dock includes a wealth of display and data ports that let you fully integrate your laptop with a wide range of other devices and equipment, including speakers, monitors and more.
What to know before you buy a StarTech docking station
Your requirements
Carefully consider the reasons for which you want to convert your laptop computing experience into one that is more akin to using a desktop. Are you editing video and looking to view your work on a monitor that allows for a less cluttered workspace? Are you in need of multiple displays to let you code and compare designs more easily? Or perhaps, you simply want to be able to create a dedicated, centered area within which to get focused work done without outside distractions.
No matter your reasons, choosing the right docking station means imagining the workspace you hope to create and seeking out a dock that will provide you with the flexibility you need to make it your own.
Your equipment
Take stock of what equipment you will be attaching to your laptop computer while shopping for a docking station. Consider the type and age of the connection that your external monitor requires. If you plan on using your computer with a sound system, be sure to know if your speakers are Bluetooth enabled or require a wired connection to your laptop. Paying close attention to the gear you hope to use will help prevent any compatibility issues you may experience after making an uneducated purchase.
Your laptop’s compatibility
USB-C has risen to become the new standard when it comes to connecting devices. Because of this, the majority of StarTech docking stations fully embrace this option. However, older laptops may not have this particular USB type installed. Depending on your hardware, you may need to seek out an adapter or two to ensure compliance with a brand-new dock.
Thankfully, making the leap from one connectivity standard to another is made easier by the wide availability of adapters and dongles that help bridge the gap between yesterday’s tech and today’s trends. Some StarTech docks even include a USB adapter in the box.
What to look for in a quality StarTech docking station
Ports
One of the biggest reasons to use a docking station is to be able to take advantage of the abundance of ports that they provide. From HDMI to various USB and memory card types, there are docks available for every profession and preference. You will be surprised at how quickly your dock becomes fully occupied with chargers and connected devices. Because of this, select a dock with as many ports as possible.
Monitor connectivity
The convenience of a large, luxurious monitor in your workstation cannot be overstated. Be sure that the dock you purchase includes the correct HDMI ports required for today’s displays. Older monitors that connect via other means may require adapters. Because of the fast pace of display technology, some especially old monitors, sadly, may have to be left behind as you build out your desk.
Size
Select a StarTech dock that is large enough to accommodate your needs but not so big as to hog too much of your valuable desk space. Miniature docks are available alongside standard models, although these units tend to lack many of the ports and features that make the devices attractive in the first place. If you require a large dock but don’t want to sacrifice surface area or prefer to keep the majority of your cables out of sight, you may want to consider mounting your dock out of sight behind your desk.
Additionally, portable docks are available and popular for both their space-saving dimensions as well as the ease with which you can bring them along for business on the move.
Aesthetics
As Apple’s design influences have dominated the tech industry over the last two decades, computer accessories have followed suit. StarTech provides gray and aluminum docks to match Apple’s flagship MacBook models, as well as more universal black and white models. For those who prefer matching devices, there are docks available that will complement your gear and blend seamlessly into your work environment.
How much you can expect to spend on a StarTech docking station
Small, portable StarTech docking stations can be purchased for less than $100. However, powerful units that include Thunderbolt ports and other top-tier features can cost $200-$400.
StarTech docking station FAQ
Will a docking station make my laptop faster?
A. No. Docking stations allow you to connect your laptop to external speakers, monitors and more but they do nothing to enhance the performance of your computer. In fact, an underpowered computer may run slower if connected to too many displays.
Can I connect multiple docks together?
A. In some cases, yes. USB, in particular, is an accessible enough connection that users can sometimes “daisy chain” docks together to expand their usage. However, the functionality may vary depending on the power consumption of the devices you wish to use and with regard to other connections such as HDMI.
Do laptop docks provide storage space?
A. No. Laptop docks allow you to connect your computer to external hard drives, but they contain no internal storage.
What’s the best StarTech docking station to buy?
Top StarTech docking station
What you need to know: With a generous array of ports and a clean, modern design, this dock has everything you need to create the workstation of your dreams.
What you’ll love: You can connect your laptop to three external monitors with this device, putting four displays at your fingertips. Its range of ports allows you to integrate everything from external drives to speakers into your workstation.
What you should consider: Some users have noticed compatibility and driver issues with this dock.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top StarTech docking station for the money
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter
What you need to know: This dock is small and great for traveling, allowing you to convert your laptop into a fully connected work machine wherever you go.
What you’ll love: Available in a range of connectivity and power delivery options, this docking station is small enough to fit into your laptop bag.
What you should consider: Not enough connectivity for some users.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
StarTech.com USB C Multiport Adapter Portable Docking Station for Laptop/Tablet
What you need to know: With both current and legacy ports, this dock allows you to bring some of your older technology into the modern age.
What you’ll love: Including various USB ports, a VGA port, a memory card slot and even a headphone jack, this dock expands the usability of your laptop in every way.
What you should consider: This dock sacrifices the number of ports in favor of variety.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The Nigeria FA has confirmed that FIFA and CAF Medical Officer, Dr Joseph Kabungo died from a likely heart attack on Tuesday after the FIFA World Cup playoff match between Nigeria and Ghana at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
Dr. Kabungo, who was appointed as Doping Control Officer for the play-off in Abuja, reportedly succumb while he was being transported to the Hospital with a Stadium Ambulance.
In a statement released by the NFF on Wednesday, the Federation debunked rumors that the late Dr. Kabungo was attacked by fans.
“We are terribly shocked at this sad development. The NFF commiserates with world football –body FIFA, the Confederation of African Football, the Football Association of Zambia and the family of Dr. Kabungo on his sudden passing. His death pains us very much and we are in a state of deep shock.
“However, it is important to state the facts as they are. According to the information from our own medical officer, Dr. Onimisi Ozi Salami who was appointed by FIFA as Medical Officer for the game, Dr. Kabungo was found gasping for breath near the dressing room of the Ghanaian team.
“I was notified and ordered that he should be rushed to the hospital. He didn’t make it. He died just as they got to the hospital,” NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi said.
The incident happened when he (Dr. Salami) was looking to get the Nigerian player for the doping exercise, while Dr. Kabungo was looking to get the Ghanaian player for the same exercise.
“I was heading to the dressing room of the Nigerian team when the General Coordinator, Kabore Bosilong from South Africa called my attention. Dr. Kabungo suddenly started gasping for breath. The FIFA Security Officer for the match, Mr Dixon Adol Okello from Uganda also witnessed the incident.
“We tried to resuscitate him there and then, but when this did not appear to be working, we put him in an ambulance and rushed him to Cedar Crest Hospital in Apo, where he gave up the ghost.
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What to watch on Apple TV, Netflix, HBO Max and other streaming services in April
By Mike Murphy March 31, 2022
OPINION
After a ton of high-profile, high-quality programming premiered on various streaming services in March, an even larger crop of must-see series is set to drop in April as Emmy season nears.
Netflix, Apple TV, HBO Max and other streaming platforms have a ton of notable originals and some returning favorites for you to add to your watchlist in April.
Here’s a look at what’s coming to the various streaming services:
From Apple TV:
A new British spy series adapted from Mick Herron’s popular novels. The cast includes Kristin Scott Thomas, Jonathan Pryce and Jack Lowden, who gets caught up in a kidnapping plot where all is not what it appears.
Slow Horses
April 1
Apple TV
A star-studded, darkly comic anthology series about what it means to be a woman in today’s world, featuring Nicole Kidman, Cynthia Erivo, Merritt Wever and Alison Brie. Each episode tells a different story, ranging from magical realism to psychological horror.
Roar
April 15
Apple TV
From HBO Max:
After a nearly three-year layoff, “Barry” returns for its third season, with Bill Hader’s eponymous hitman continuing his harrowing journey of trying to become an actor and leave his violent past behind.
Barry
April 24
HBO Max
Max’s first true original hit is back with its second season. Kaley Cuoco was a revelation in Season 1 playing a functioning alcoholic whose ditziness belied serious personal trauma that emerged as she got caught up in a murder mystery.
The Flight Attendant
April 21
Season 2
HBO Max
From Netflix:
After a long layoff, the existential comedy is returning for its second season. Season 1 saw Nadia struggle to break out of a time loop (and die many, many times trying to do so). Season 2 picks up four years later, after she and fellow time-looper Alan discover a time portal in Manhattan, and delve deeper into their respective pasts.
Russian Doll
April 20
Season 2
Netflix
The dark crime drama will drop the seven remaining episodes of its fourth and final season (the first batch of episodes were released in January).
Ozark
April 29
Season 4
Netflix
From Hulu:
The new reality series basically picks up where E’s “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” left off after ending its 20-season run in March. Fans can expect more of the same (for better or worse) from Kris, Kim, Khloe, Kendall and the rest of the family.
The Kardashians
April 14
Hulu
Oscar nominee Andrew Garfield stars in this new drama miniseries based on the Jon Krakauer book about a 1984 double murder in Utah. Garfield plays a Mormon detective investigating the crime, whose faith is tested as he discovers the church may be linked to the killings.
Under the banner of heaven
April 28
FX
From Amazon’s Prime Video:
A supernatural Western starring Josh Brolin, in his first TV-series role in 20 years, as a Wyoming rancher who discovers a very literal metaphysical void on his land.
Outer Range
April 22
Amazon
Starring Claire Foy and Paul Bettany as real-life British royals — the Duke and Duchess of Argyll — going through a very public divorce in the 1960s.
A Very British Scandal
April 22
Season 2
Amazon
From Disney+:
The Marvel superhero series starring Oscar Isaac and Ethan Hawke is a departure from the previous Marvel series, much darker, scarier and stranger, with more emphasis on psychological drama than typical superhero special effects.
Moon Knight
March 30 with new episodes every Wednesday
Disney
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I hate being called a rocker – nobody likes to be labelled, says Jack White
JACK WHITE III is nothing if not unpredictable.
He deals in ear-splitting riffs and the tenderest vocals, in raucous old-school synths and the most featherlight acoustic guitar.
This helps explain why he is releasing two albums this year — one very loud, Fear Of The Dawn, and one considerably quieter, Entering Heaven Alive.
The former arrives next week and is a thrilling, thunderous exercise in white-knuckle rock, while the latter, out in July, is an intimate, acoustic thing of rare beauty.
“Nobody likes to be labelled,” he says. “If I see an article written about me that says ‘rocker Jack White’, I don’t like it. But I do get why someone might say it.
“If they say, ‘White Stripe Jack White’ because they only know me from that, I also understand that perfectly. But I’m left thinking, ‘I’m not just the guy from The White Stripes’.”
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It was a miracle Rolling Stones lasted 20 years let alone 60, says Keith Richards
Those who correctly make a stab at describing the mercurial musician as a more varied operator do not always get their phrasing right either.
Jack says: “People have said I’m ‘the Willy Wonka of music’. Again, I understand it. But the words just sound so silly!”
If his songs throw up endless surprises, Jack is reliably consistent when it comes to colours.
You may recall the red, white and black aesthetic of The White Stripes, right down to the album covers, the clothes, instruments and website.
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‘IT TAKES A LOT OF WORK TO GET THIS BLUE HAIR’
Then there is the vivid yellow and black of his retro-styled Third Man Records empire, recently expanded to include a London shop and join outlets in Nashville and Detroit.
For the past decade, we have also had Jack’s solo career, otherwise known as his blue period.
Blue symbolises his great passion for the blues and his Mississippi heroes such as Son House and Charley Patton. But now he has taken his colour obsession to the next level.
As you can see from the latest pictures, his unruly mop of dark hair has become shorter, smarter and neatly combed into a quiff. It’s also bright blue.
So is he planning to keep it that way? “For the time being, yes,” he replies, emphatically.
“I feel bad for my girlfriend because she has agreed to be the one to manage it,” he adds.
“It’s a lot of work to first go from almost black hair to white and then dye it blue, so my heart goes out to her.”
The last time I saw Jack in the flesh, his old, familiar hairstyle was still present and correct.
It was spring 2019 when he and bandmate Brendan Benson visited SFTW’s HQ overlooking London Bridge to talk about The Raconteurs’ comeback album Help Us Stranger.
But, as you’d expect from such a restless soul, much has happened in White’s world in the three years since that jolly occasion.
As the Covid pandemic upended his and all our lives, his regular cycle of album followed by tour went on hold.
He notes that 2020 was probably the most music-free year of his entire career.
People have said I’m ‘the Willy Wonka of music’. Again, I understand it. But the words just sound so silly!
“Only at the beginning of winter did I write a couple of acoustic songs — but that was it,” he explains when we speak via the obligatory Zoom.
“It felt as if the pandemic could go on for years so I told myself, ‘If I’m not going to tour, then releasing an album is a bit strange’. I didn’t want to put something out that just disappears into mist.
“So I decided not to bother and work on other creative things. I knew I could always come back to music.”
By “other creative things”, Jack is talking about his return to the craft he learned while still at Cass Technical High School in Detroit — upholstery and, by extension, design.
‘MY DESIGN WORK IS A BREATH OF FRESH AIR’
“Being an insular artist during the pandemic, I quickly realised how much I could get on with in my own back yard,” he says.
“If everything around was on fire, I could still work at my property. I have my studio here and my upholstery shop.”
So he set about design work on the uber-cool Warstic HQ in Dallas, a high-end sports goods store that comes across as a shrine to baseball; and the striking Third Man Records shop, just a stone’s throw from central London’s Carnaby Street.
“Those projects were a giant breath of fresh air for me,” he says, before sifting through the mists of time to his high-school days when he prepared for his first day job.
“As a teenager, upholstery was what I planned on doing for the rest of my life,” he affirms.
“I considered music to be a hobby. I loved it intensely but I was resigned to playing gigs at a little bar once in a while.”
On leaving school, he set up Third Man Upholstery on Ferdinand St, Detroit, so named “because I was the third upholsterer on my street”.
I ask Jack what attracted him to the work. “In the inner city, it was almost impossible to buy anything useful,” he tells me.
Being an insular artist during the pandemic, I quickly realised how much I could get on with in my own back yard. If everything around was on fire, I could still work at my property. I have my studio here and my upholstery shop.”
“There was no bookstore, no music store, no record shop. I mean, me and my friend would go to the pawn shop to buy guitar strings.”
That got him thinking . . . what if he could actually supply useful items “like a couch or a chair”?
He says: “I found it beautiful. It was using your hands. It was a trade you could actually make a living from and be proud of.”
All these years later, his skills and ambitions have grown, reflected by the website he launched last year, Jack White Art & Design. The Anglophile is immensely proud of his Third Man London shop, which he worked on by remote during the pandemic.
“There is so much to say about it,” he enthuses. “Not to mention Damien Hirst letting us perform from his balcony for the opening.”
Jack continues: “When the pandemic hit, I thought we might have to abandon the idea but we held on for dear life.
“It was incredible to pull it off even if it only lasts for a year. At some point in our existence, Third Man Records has had an international location.”
It is particularly special for Jack to open a shop in England.
The late, great tastemaker John Peel championed The White Stripes and Jack made their seminal third album Elephant, complete with Seven Nation Army, in London’s East End.
He says: “I grew up with these older brothers who were pretty big Anglophiles, anything from Monty Python to the British rock ’n’ roll bands to the history of World War Two,” he says. “And anybody with a British accent was incredibly exotic to us.”
INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
If 2020 was all about projects outside music, last year witnessed the recording of the two new Jack White albums.
“I had no intention of doing two,” he reveals. “I was just writing songs and they started jumping into different shoeboxes.
As a teenager, upholstery was what I planned on doing for the rest of my life. I considered music to be a hobby. I loved it intensely but I was resigned to playing gigs at a little bar once in a while.
“It was like having playlists on my computer with quieter songs in one and heavier songs in the other.”
Recording in pandemic isolation threw up new challenges for Jack.
“As with many musicians during the lockdown, I found myself playing all the instruments — something I’d never done before,” he says.
“The only exception was the James Bond song (Another Way To Die) because, at a particular moment, I had to prepare it for Alicia Keys.”
One track, Taking Me Back, unifies the new albums. As a searing rocker, it begins Fear Of The Dawn. As a becalmed folk number, it ends Entering Heaven Alive.
I suggest that he has confirmed the infinite possibilities offered by a single song.
“You have nailed it on the head,” Jack decides. “That’s exactly what the different versions of Taking Me Back are all about.
“It just shows you can take any song and deliver it in a flamenco style or a samba or a bossa nova or a polka.” He likes the idea of his albums for ever being linked by Taking Me Back.
“This goes back to me as a boy laying on my stomach on the living-room floor reading album covers,” he says.
“I wanted to find connections even if, most of the time, they didn’t exist. If Deep Purple had a song called Rat Bat Blue on the Who Do We Think We Are album, I wanted there to be a song called Rat Bat Red on the In Rock album.”
Glance at the tracklist of Fear Of The Dawn and you will see a clear theme emerging. There is the title song, Into The Twilight, Dusk and the intriguingly titled Eosophobia, meaning morbid fear of the dawn or daylight.
Jack says: “It won’t surprise me if a lot of people think Fear Of The Dawn is a concept album and I won’t argue against that.
“Lyrics came out of me and I started to see these threads — the moon, the sun, dawn and dusk.”
He has long been drawn to words like triskaidekaphobia, fear of the number 13. “So when I read the word ‘eosophobia’ in some article, I had to look it up,” he says. “I thought, ‘What a horrible fear’. If, every night, you have a fear of the morning, it must be pure terror because it’s unavoidable.”
Thankfully, the phobia does not apply to Jack himself. In fact, he is quite the opposite kind of guy.
“I would probably be called an annoyingly vibrant morning person,” he laughs. “At the office, I’m someone you would want to avoid for the first 20 minutes because I’m in a pretty good mood and raring to go.”
The ominous-sounding The White Raven offers a familiar Jack White theme. “The song is all about camouflage and why different colours mean so in certain cultures,” he says.
“I was reading about albinos being hunted, killed and accused of being witches in certain parts of Africa because they look different.”
On a wider level, the song is about people who have rare conditions of any kind, including eosophobia.
Key among Fear Of The Dawn’s tracks is Hi-De-Ho, complete with vocals from rapper Q-Tip and a sample of The Hi-De-Ho Man by jazz great Cab Calloway, best known for the effervescent Minnie The Moocher. “Q-Tip and I had been working on several tracks,” reports Jack.
“I said to him, ‘Hey man, check this one out. Let’s get this one finished’. He quickly came back with a vocal that was just incredible.
“My friends keep saying, ‘That’s you at the beginning of the song’, which is so funny. I say, ‘No, it’s a Cab Calloway sample’.”
When he was about 11, Jack was watching TV with his father when old footage of Calloway appeared on the screen. “My dad said, ‘That guy is amazing, he was a big-band leader and real wild man’.”
Calloway clearly made an impression because his interpretation of St James Infirmary Blues appeared as a cover on the debut White Stripes album.
Jack says: “He was great because he could work with humour and music. Some people try and come off as goofy and ridiculous.”
Hi-De-Ho is one of several tracks Jack wrote on the bass, which helps explain the album’s profusion of wonderfully dirty basslines.
“Often songs will start off on the bass, either in the studio or just sitting in the living room,” says Jack.
He plans to play the instrument on a couple of songs during his tour, which starts in Detroit next Friday.
“I learned early on in The White Stripes that bass can be a driving force,” he adds. “Seven Nation Army is bass for all intents and purposes.”
If you love that song’s riff, heard in football grounds across the globe, there is plenty more where that came from on Fear Of The Dawn.
JACK WHITE: Fear Of The Dawn
- Taking Me Back
- Fear Of The Dawn
- The White Raven
- Hi-De-Ho (with Q-Tip)
- Eosophobia
- Into The Twilight
- Dusk
- What’s The Trick?
- That Was Then (This Is Now)
- Eosophobia (reprise)
- Morning, Noon And Night
- Shedding My Velvet
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — State leaders on Thursday announced plans to spend $10.5 million on additional machines used to trace ballistic evidence from gun crimes.
The spending increases from nine to 16 the number of Ohio National Integrated Ballistic Information Network units. The units analyze microscopic markings on bullets and shell casings and compare them to similar evidence from other gun crimes.
The matches can indicate whether weapons have been used in multiple shootings and provide investigators with leads to help solve crimes. The money will pay for seven units for the state's Bureau of Criminal Investigation, including two mobile units, and two stationary units for the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
The funding was announced by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Attorney General Dave Yost, and Col. Richard Fambro, state patrol superintendent.
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BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Procurement Technical Assistance Center hosted its annual government job fair on Thursday, near Blackfoot.
They met with dozens of contractors and small businesses to discuss contracts, construction projects and more.
“We’ve got all kinds of organized issues that are here,” Idaho Small Business Development Center regional director David Noack said. “And it’s an opportunity for individuals to connect with these agencies and find out opportunities and pathways forward. And there are so many services that these agencies need.”
The fair gave small businesses the opportunity to network and present themselves to larger federal organizations.
Representatives for Teton Smart Security came to present their services to potential federal clients.
“We are still a small business, which is awesome go small businesses, right?” security consultant Christine Garner said. “And this could be a really great big deal for us. So a really great growth opportunity.”
PTAC was established in 1986 to give states greater access to growth and government contracts.
With the help of the organization, businesses in Idaho can take on large contracts once limited to other states.
For example, representatives of the US Army Corp of Engineers networked with contractors for construction work near Spokane.
“We’re talking about construction projects,” the Deputy of Office for Small Business Program James Lynn said. “A small project could be $100,000 and going on up to, you know, one to five, ten, you know, $10 million and beyond.”
Organizers say Idaho is the fastest-growing state in the nation population-wise, but industries and small businesses have a limited number of open positions.
They believe access to federal contracts could create more in-state jobs and better wages.
“Our state is getting noticeable nationally and people are moving into our city,” PTAC Business Consultant Bamidele Omotowa said. “If we get more funding by reason of contract, we enhance our own living conditions as native Idahoans.”
Companies in Idaho lost out on $2 Billion worth of government contracts last year, organizations like PTAC hope to reverse that trend.
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A man robbed a bank in Little Village at gunpoint Tuesday, pistol-whipping a person and choking another, according to the FBI.
The man entered the Fifth Third Bank branch at 2504 W. Cermak Road shortly before 5 p.m. and showed a handgun, the FBI said.
He wore a black hoodie, a black mask, red-orange pant, and white and black athletic shoes.
A photo released by the FBI shows the suspect walking through an office area of the bank, pointing a handgun.
No other details were released.
Earlier that day, three men robbed a Chase Bank branch about two miles away on Ashland Avenue.
The public can report tips — even anonymously — at 312-421-6700 and tips.fbi.gov.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military needs to adjust its planning, training, targeting and use of weapons in order to better avoid widespread civilian deaths and damage such as the devastating 2017 battle to liberate the Syrian city of Raqqa from Islamic State militants, a new RAND report said Thursday.
The report requested by the Pentagon reflects criticism of the military's airstrike campaign that, according to some estimates, killed more than 1,600 civilians in Raqqa, as the U.S.-led coalition worked to destroy the Islamic State caliphate that wrested control of large swaths of Iraq and Syria.
Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said the report, which lays out a series of recommendations to improve military procedures and strategy, will be used as the department develops its own broader plan to reduce civlian harm.
“No other military works as hard as we do to mitigate civilian harm, and yet we still cause it,” said Kirby. ”We're going to continue to try to learn from past issues.”
RAND concluded that the battle for Raqqa provided important lessons.
Michael McNerney, lead author of the RAND report, called Raqqa “a cautionary tale about civilian harm in urban combat.” He said it "should serve as an extra incentive to the DoD to strengthen its policies and procedures to mitigate, document and respond to civilian harm.”
The RAND report noted that there has been a wide range of estimated civilian casualties during the seige, but also said it believes that 60%-80% of Raqqa was left uninhabitable by the time the city was liberated in October 2017.
Initially the U.S.-led coalition estimted that it was responsible for 38 incidents involving 240 civilian casualties — including 178 who were killed. A consortium of local Syrian and international groups, including Amnesty International and Airwars, put the number of casualties at a “high estimate” of 1,600, but said that about 774 of them could specifically be “verified” by data as the result of coalition action.
The report makes it clear that several thousand more civilians likely died, based on the number of bodies uncovered by U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, but many were probably killed by IS or other fighters on the ground.
“Our report focuses on U.S. actions in Raqqa, but the actions of the Syrian government and its Russian and Iranian partners undoubtedly contributed far more to civilian harm and suffering in Syria overall,” McNerney said.
The report noted that the challenges in Raqqa were compounded by limits on the number U.S. troops that could be there, as well as where they could be positioned. U.S. troops on the ground could have provided better targeting and civilian information, including on Islamic State militants' efforts to use civilians as human shields, the report said.
RAND recommended that the U.S. military provide more extensive training and guidance on the need to avoid civilian harm, and plan and execute operations in ways to achieve those goals. Changes could include improved planning, better assessments of potential collateral damage, increased mission rehearsals, improved intelligence gathering, and more selective use of air strikes and munitions that minimize bomb fragmentation.
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Lt. Gov. Kounalakis becomes first woman to sign bill into state law in California
For the first time in California’s 171-year history, a woman has signed a bill into state law.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, who normally signs the laws in California, left the state on Wednesday night for a family vacation in Central and South America. State law requires Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis to act as governor until he returns.
The Legislature on Thursday morning passed a bill to extend a law preventing some renters from being evicted until the end of June. The bill had to be signed into law on Thursday because the old law was set to expire and tens of thousands of renters could have been evicted starting Friday.
It ended up being a historic moment for the nation’s most populous state, which despite its reputation as the country’s progressive powerhouse has never elected a woman as governor.
Lawmakers passed the bill hours before the eviction moratorium was set to expire.
“It was very humbling. And I did feel that sense of history,” said Kounalakis, who also signed a separate bill relating to elections on Thursday. “For many years women have been writing legislation … but no woman has ever signed a bill into law. And it felt like a moment in history that we should recognize as important.”
California has elected plenty of women to other offices. Voters elected two women to the U.S. Senate in 1992 with Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein; Boxer retired in 2017 and Feinstein is still serving. California’s power was on display during President Biden’s recent State of the Union address, when a pair of California women sat behind him — Vice President Kamala Harris, who was elected attorney general and U.S. senator in California, and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who has represented San Francisco in Congress since 1987.
Historically, women don’t run for governor at the same rate as they do other offices, according to Jean Sinzdak, associate director of the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University. She said women usually make up about 25% of gubernatorial candidates nationwide. It’s one reason there have been just 45 women who served as governors in U.S. history.
“People have these kind of unconscious biases, even against women in the executive position when they are the boss,” said Kim Nalder, professor of political science at Sacramento State. “When they are members of a legislature, they are members of a group. That plays into the positive stereotypes people have about women being good at collaboration.”
The circle of people Kamala Harris relies on for candid advice and consolation during the most challenging phase of her political career has tightened and shifted.
California is one of 19 states that have never elected a woman as governor. That likely won’t change this year as Newsom is favored to win reelection. But it could change in 2026 when Newsom can’t run again because of term limits.
California has four women elected to statewide office with 38 women in the Legislature — both all-time highs. Along with Kounalakis, Treasurer Fiona Ma, Controller Betty Yee, Secretary of State Shirley Weber and state Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins all could run for governor in 2026.
Kounalakis said any woman with a statewide platform should be thinking about running for governor — including herself. But with that election over four years away, she wasn’t ready to commit to running for the office just yet.
“I think that what’s important is that the women who could have a chance at being elected governor think about how we honor each other’s abilities, because there is plenty of pressure for women to not help each other, when in fact the way that we’ll see a woman governor in the future is because women help one another,” Kounalakis said.
Newsom is scheduled to return to the state on April 12.
“The governor could have changed his plans. But he’s extremely supportive of elevating people around him, particularly those from underrepresented groups,” Kounalakis said. “And I am very grateful to him for helping to make this happen.”
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Russia’s blocking of humanitarian aid to Ukraine and its bombing of medical facilities should be the subjects of an international war crimes investigation, says Canada’s international development minister.
Harjit Sajjan offered that view as a half dozen extra RCMP investigators head to The Hague to assist in the International Criminal Court investigation of alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity by Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.
“I have worked enough conflict areas and war zones to understand what international humanitarian law is. This is something that does need to be investigated. Civilians are not supposed to be harmed. That also includes when civilians need medical support, food support,” Sajjan said in an interview.
Sajjan, a former defence minister and Canadian Armed Forces veteran of the war in Afghanistan, was speaking ahead of the International Committee of the Red Cross announcement Thursday that it would be ready to start evacuating citizens from the besieged port city of Mariupol on Friday.
“For logistics and security reasons, we’ll be ready to lead the safe passage operation tomorrow, Friday, provided all the parties agree to the exact terms, including the route, the start time, and the duration,” the ICRC said in a statement on Thursday.
“It’s desperately important that this operation takes place. The lives of tens of thousands of people in Mariupol depend on it.”
Relentless Russian attacks on Mariupol have reduced massive sections of the city to rubble and have blocked efforts to get food, water and medicine to its estimated 430,000 residents, amid reports that some may have been abducted by invading troops.
Canada’s Parliament and others recognize as a genocide the acts perpetrated by Joseph Stalin that killed millions of Ukrainians in the 1930s, a tragic chapter of which Sajjan is mindful.
“The Ukrainians already have seen another Holocaust in their past with the Holodomor where the population was starved to death,” he said.
“This is just another time now, Russians using kind of a different tactic here. So, I hope that everything will be investigated thoroughly in this regard.”
Sajjan said carving out the corridors needed to get humanitarian supplies into Ukraine has been a difficult undertaking. Even when routes have been cleared, convoys have had to deal with booby traps and other hazards, he said.
“Every time you try and co-ordinate something, it’s been used for the Russians to start targeting folks in the corridor itself.”
Sajjan has travelled throughout eastern Europe to liaise with Canadian allies and international agencies, including the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the World Food Program. The food program reported recently it had helped feed its one millionth displaced Ukrainian.
An estimated 10 million Ukrainians have been forced out of their homes, while almost four million have sought asylum as refugees in the worst humanitarian disaster in Europe since the Second World War.
In a separate interview, Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino said the RCMP officers dispatched to assist the prosecutor’s office of the ICC — joining Mounties already deployed there on various investigations — will be seized with documenting the atrocities that are “continuing to occur in real time” in Ukraine.
Mendicino said he expected them to focus on digitally recording the destruction while eventually gathering testimony from the Ukrainians who have fled attacks.
“They are all living witnesses to what’s happened in Ukraine,” said Mendicino.
“Even while we continue to provide military aid and impose economic sanctions and (create) humanitarian corridors to allow those who are fleeing those atrocities to survive, we have to preserve the record.”
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday that Russia should be kicked out of the G20, the group of leading nations charged with steering the world economy, echoing U.S. President Joe Biden’s call last week.
Trudeau said the G20, which also includes China, might include different countries with different approaches and “political structures” but its main function is to “manage and encourage economic growth.”
“Russia, right now, has with its illegal invasion of Ukraine upended economic growth for everyone around the world and can’t possibly be a constructive partner in how we manage in part the crisis created by Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine,” he said.
“The bottom line is it can’t be business as usual to have Vladimir Putin just sitting around the table pretending that everything is OK, because it’s not OK and it’s his fault.”
Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland welcomed a delegation of five Ukrainian MPs for further discussions on what Canada can do to help Ukraine’s democratically elected government survive the Russian invasion.
“We want to be a symbol of victory, for democratic growth, for democratic values,” said Lesia Zaburanna, the delegation chair. She said it was a difficult decision “for us to leave our home, our people … but we have to because it’s our duty.”
—Mike Blanchfield, The Canadian Press
RELATED: $128 million raised for war-stricken people in Ukraine through Red Cross donations
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Infowars host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has agreed to appear at a deposition in Connecticut to answer questions in a lawsuit by relatives of some of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims.
That's according to new court filings by his lawyers on Thursday, which comes a day after a judge ordered fines against Jones for defying orders to attend a deposition last week despite his claim of illness.
Jones now says he can answer questions on April 11 and is asking the judge to put a hold on the fines. There was no immediate ruling on Jones' requests. The families are suing him for calling the school massacre a hoax.
Superior Court Judge Barbara Bellis said, “The court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant Alex Jones willfully and in bad faith violated without justification several clear court orders requiring his attendance at his depositions on March 23 and March 24.”
Judge Bellis said in the decision on Wednesday, “It is clear…that the plaintiffs here simply want and are entitled to the deposition of Mr. Jones and that Mr. Jones has continued to attempt to deliberately disregard the court’s orders and attempts to manipulate the court process.”
“While paying the fees and court’s costs will reimburse the plaintiffs for costs incurred in attempting to procure Mr. Jones’ deposition, it is not a substitution for his testimony,” she said.
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Second Joint Base Andrews intruder at large after search
Authorities on Monday said the second intruder who drove through the security checkpoint at Joint Base Andrews on Sunday remains at large but is no longer on the grounds of the base.
The other intruder, a male 17-year-old who was armed, is in custody, according to a Monday statement from the air base.
“The 316th Security Forces Group and local authorities concluded a full sweep of Joint Base Andrews Monday morning and found confirmatory evidence that the base intruder on the loose had departed the installation,” Joint Base Andrews said in a statement.
An investigation into the breach is ongoing.
A vehicle drove through the security checkpoint at Joint Base Andrews around 9 p.m. Sunday and “failed to adhere to commands of security personnel at the Main Gate” of the premises, according to a Sunday statement from the air base.
One of the two people in the vehicle was apprehended, while the other fled the scene.
The main gate of the air base was closed for roughly six hours but reopened at around 3 a.m. on Monday, according to Joint Base Andrews.
The breach occurred the same night Vice President Harris and four cabinet secretaries landed at the facility after traveling to Selma, Ala., to participate in events commemorating the 1965 civil rights march known as “Bloody Sunday.”
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan were on the trip but a White House official told The Washington Post the four cabinet secretaries on the trip had all departed the premises safely.
Their plane had landed at around 9 p.m., according to The Post.
President Biden was not at Joint Base Andrews on Sunday night — he traveled from Delaware back to the White House on a helicopter, according to The Post.
Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews installation commander, wrote in a statement that he was “incredibly proud of the quick actions of our Defenders to immediately deploy the barriers to stop last night’s stolen vehicle and then apprehend one of the individuals that had a weapon.”
“The Defenders handled the intense situation with discipline and calm professionalism,” Schaff added. “We are also thankful for our partnerships with local authorities, who responded rapidly on base to assist the 316th Security Forces Group throughout the night.”
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At the Southwest District Middle School track and field meet held Wednesday at Antler Stadium, Hal Peterson’s Lady Spikes finished second in both divisions with several outstanding performances.
Lady Spikes eighth grade
The eighth grade team scored 165 1/2 points to be in front of Fredericksburg (71), Boerne North (55), Boerne Voss (42), Wimberley Danforth (36), Loma Alta (26 1/2) and Medina Valley (13). Only Boerne South with 211 points was ahead of HPMS.
The Lady Spikes won the 4x100 relay in a time of 52.78 and took the 4x200 relay at 1:52. Team members’ names were not available. The 4x100 consisted of Julianna Contreras, Leighton Hale, Tatum Harris, and Belia Gomez. Members of the 4x200 were Ryleigh Barney, Hale, Tatum Harris, and Gomez.
Gomez gave the team an individual first when she won the 200 meters with a time of 26.57.
Addie Kincaid gave the Lady Spikes a pair of second places with times of 8:51 in the 2400 and 5:35 in the 1600.
Barney took second in the 800 (2:38), Hale ran runnerup in the 100 meters (14.04), Contreras did the same in the 400 meters (65.39) and Leilah Rodriguez pole vaulted 7-6 for second place field event points.
The 4x400m relay ran 4:26 for another racing second place. Members were Contreras, Ava Reyes, Addi Bates, and Barney.
Ainsley Gilbreath was another double medalist when she came in third in the 2400 with 9:14 and did likewise in the 1600 at 5:42.
Bates was third in the 400 (66.12) and Desire Alvarado threw discus 80-7 1/2 for another third.
Fourths were the result of efforts by Presley Martin in the 800 (2:39) and 1600 (6:05), plus Ava Lea Odonnell over the 300 hurdles (52.11), Syrie Nicholas at shotput (32-7 1/4) and Jade Hersom pole vaulting 7-0.
Odonnell was fifth in the 100 hurdles (17.49), and field event fifths were by Caitie Taylor throwing 71-3 1/4 in discus while Rowen Garcia triple jumped 30-10.
Odonnell capped her meet with sixth place points at long jump (13-8 1/2), as did Ava Reyes in the 800 (2:43), Anna Canty in 100 hurdles (17.92) and Haydyn Haines in pole vault (6-6).
Lady Spikes seventh grade
The seventh graders’ 158 points were generated mostly due to second and third places that wound up the Lady Spikes behind Boerne South (199), but ahead of Boerne North (74), Fredericksburg (55), Loma Alta (47), Boerne Voss (39), Danforth (33) and Medina Valley (14).
Carmel Murphy won both hurdles races when she ran 17.83 for the 100’s and 53.47 over the 300’s.
Paige Doty snagged the remaining first place for the seventh grade when she timed 2:39 in the 800 meters.
Second places came from Danna Cisneros running 9:31 in the 2400, Brooke Bailey going 18.03 in the 100 hurdles, Eme Evans clocking 26.95 in the 200, Lauren Cummings having 5:59 in the 1600, Rylan Adams high jumping 4-8, Julia Vuernik pole vaulting 6-9, and the 4x200 relay coming across at 1:53.
Gracie Thomas, Adams, AJ McDonald, and Evans made up the 4x200.
The 4x100 and 4x400 relays were third, and solo thirds showed up with Abigail Smithson in the 800 (2:41), Gracie Thomas in the 100 (13.94), Bailey in the 300’s (54.90), Jilian Stebbins with 4-8 at high jump, and Cummings’ 6-6 in pole vault.
Thomas, Adams, Bailey, and Evans made up the 4x100. Lily Gonzalez, Stebbins, Abigail Juarez, and Abigail Smithson were the 4x400 group.
Smithson came in fourth in the 400 (68.45) and another fourth was earned by Cisneros in the 1600 (6:04).
Evans triple jumped her way to fifth at a length of 29-1 1/2.
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Doctor reveals why red-haired patients must ALWAYS tell an anesthesiologist if their coloring is natural, explaining that true redheads require 20% MORE anesthesia to be properly sedated
- Dr. Kunal Sood, 35, from Maryland, was inspired by TikTok user Kaela Gordon's video in which she used a filter to show what she would look like with red hair
- The anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist stitched the clip and turned it into an educational moment for his 1.3 million followers
- Sood explained that 'patients with naturally red hair require on average 20% more anesthesia' to be sedated
- Red hair is produced by a mutation in the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) gene, which controls the production of melanin
- Melanocortin-1 receptors appear in the midbrain where pain perception is regulated, and there is evidence people with red hair perceive pain differently
- Ben Kim, a dentist in Texas, stitched Sood's video to add that redheads should also divulge their real hair color before undergoing dental procedures
- Redheads also need more local topical anesthetics, such as lidocaine or Novocain, according to the American Dental Association
A doctor has advised redheads to always tell their anesthesiologist if their color is natural or not, explaining that true redheads require more anesthesia to be sedated.
Dr. Kunal Sood, 35, from Maryland, was inspired by TikTok user Kaela Gordon's viral video in which she used a filter to show what she would look like if she dyed her dark brown hair red.
The anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist stitched the clip and turned it into an educational moment for his 1.3 million followers.
'If this not-so-shy girl ever required anesthesia, she should make sure to tell her anesthesiologist this is not her natural red hair color,' he said. 'This is because patients with naturally red hair require on average 20 percent more anesthesia.'
Dr. Kunal Sood, 35, from Maryland, shared an educational TikTok video explaining why redheads should always tell their anesthesiologist if their color is natural or not
The anesthesiologist was inspired by TikTok user Kaela Gordon's video in which she used a filter to show what she would look like with red hair
'If this not-so-shy girl ever required anesthesia, she should make sure to tell her anesthesiologist this is not her natural red hair color,' he said in his stitched clip
Sood noted in the comments that doctors know to ask, explaining he was just sharing the information as a precaution.
'Even if we are not aware about red hair, we will be able to tell your anesthetic requirements based on your vital signs,' he wrote. '[But] knowing before helps [us] prepare.'
Red hair is the rarest natural hair color in humans, occurring in less than two percent of the population. It is produced by a mutation in the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) gene, which controls the production of melanin.
Melanocortin-1 receptors appear in the midbrain where pain perception is regulated, and there is evidence that people with naturally red hair perceive pain differently than others.
Sood explained that 'patients with naturally red hair require on average 20% more anesthesia' to be sedated
Ben Kim, a dentist in Texas, stitched Sood's video to add that redheads should also divulge their real hair color before undergoing dental procedures
Kim's video has been viewed more than 1.1 million times and has received plenty of comments from surprised TikTokers
Studies have shown that natural redheads need about 20 percent more anesthesia to be sedated, according to UCI Health.
Ben Kim, a dentist in Texas, stitched Sood's video to add that redheads should also divulge their real hair color before undergoing dental procedures.
'Same thing with dentists — you need to let us know,' he said. 'Thanks.'
Many redheads have a fear of dentists because they also need more local topical anesthetics, such as lidocaine or Novocain, according to the American Dental Association.
Kim's video has been viewed more than 1.1 million times and has received plenty of comments from surprised TikTokers.
'WHY DO I KEEP FINDING OUT MEDICAL STUFF FROM TIKTOK AND NOT MY DAMN DOCTOR???' one person asked.
'Shouldn't the anesthesiologist be trained to ask this?' someone else asked. 'If they see red hair on someone they should know to ask.'
'Listen I'll color my hair just to get 20% more. I love couponing,' another joked.
There were also some natural redheads who opened up about their own sedation horror stories.
'Is that why I woke up during wisdom teeth removal?' one TikToker asked, while another shared: 'I have natural red hair and they weren't probably informed... We both learned that day.'
'THIS IS SO TRUE! I’m a nurse and every true red head ALWAYS need more anesthesia or pain relief,' someone else insisted.
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TORONTO (AP) _ Loncor Gold Inc. (LONCF) on Thursday reported a loss of $1.6 million in its fourth quarter.
The Toronto-based company said it had a loss of 1 cent per share.
For the year, the company reported that its loss widened to $3.7 million, or 3 cents per share.
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TORONTO (AP) _ Loncor Gold Inc. (LONCF) on Thursday reported a loss of $1.6 million in its fourth quarter.
The Toronto-based company said it had a loss of 1 cent per share.
For the year, the company reported that its loss widened to $3.7 million, or 3 cents per share.
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GLENDALE, Ariz. — As deep and potent as the Dodgers expect their every-day lineup to be this season, it should give them room to absorb the struggles of one individual – namely Cody Bellinger.
“The plan is to have him performing not to absorb any struggles,” Dodgers hitting coach Robert Van Scoyoc said Thursday. “So we’re going to plan on that and then where that goes.”
It has gone so poorly in spring training that Van Scoyoc, fellow hitting coach Brant Brown and Manager Dave Roberts all referred to Wednesday night’s game as “a really good night” for Bellinger – he had a bloop single, a hard ground ball and a not-so-hard ground ball.
“I think ‘progressing’ is the word,” Roberts said. “We’ve got to continue to log at-bats to make him feel as comfortable as possible when the season starts. … It’s a work in progress.”
Much of that work falls into the purview of Van Scoyoc and Brown. Both referred to Bellinger’s surgically-repaired right shoulder as a factor in the outfielder’s poor 2021 and a spring that has so far seen him strike out 17 times in 27 Cactus League at-bats – even though that surgery took place nearly 17 months ago now.
“The right shoulder is strong again, but also, it’s … just tighter than it was because it used to pop out,” Brown said. “That’s kind of why this process is kind of going through what it is, because he’s just trying to find his body.”
That isn’t the most obvious search. Bellinger’s attempts to settle on a setup, stance and swing for longer than a week have been the most visible element of his spring.
“Belli operates fast and we want to support him,” Brown said of the frequency with which Bellinger adopts then discards changes. “So we come up with an assessment together. And we’re honest with one another. At the end of the day, our goals need to be aligned. We try to assist in every way possible.”
But wouldn’t Bellinger be better off picking one set of swing mechanics and sticking with it?
“It’s a tough question,” Brown said. “I mean, we want him to be the best. He wants himself to be the best. Whether or not we’re doing things on a daily basis is just because he’s really trying to navigate on what his feels are. And sometimes we all know a hitter’s feels will deceive them.
“All hitters have a tendency of overdoing it. And you still feel like it’s the same. It’s like when you go see your nephew and you haven’t seen him in six months. It’s, ‘Oh my god, you grew three inches.’ He doesn’t think he grew an inch. He’s always looking at himself in the mirror. It’s just navigating through that process and trying to be more in tune with what the real is versus the feel. We have seen some progress. We thought last night was a really good night for him. I think we’re going to try to keep on that plan and then kind of integrate some things slowly that could also be an advantage to him.”
Van Scoyoc acknowledged that “the goal is to kind of get a consistent routine and process and find something that sticks and stick to it and not bounce around.” But that is easier said than done when the results aren’t providing positive feedback.
“If he wants to experiment, he’s his own person and if he comes up with a thought, he has a right to try that,” Van Scoyoc said. “It’s his swing, his career, and we’ve got to be there to help and support him even if you don’t necessarily think that’s the right thing at that moment. It’s his swing, and he drives that.”
Bellinger did not play in Thursday’s Cactus League game. Instead, he was scheduled to take several at-bats in a minor-league camp game.
“I think where we’re at right now is – he’s healthy, he’s strong,” Roberts said. “Is there an adjustment, a recalibration with the body? Yes. But at the end of the day, we still have to find something that works, that is consistent, that gives him the best chance to be the best hitter he can be to help us win games.”
FREEMAN SERIES
Orange County native Freddie Freeman is looking forward to making his Southern California debut in a Dodgers uniform in the Freeway Series opener at Angel Stadium on Sunday night.
“There might be a whole section,” Freeman said of the friends and family members he expects to attend. “They haven’t gotten to see me. I’ve only played at Angel Stadium once in my career. That was 2011. We (the Braves) went in 2017, but I had broken my wrist (and wasn’t playing). So it’s been a while since anyone could come to my game. A lot of family members didn’t come up to Dodger Stadium because it’s hard to get in and out, a lot of traffic. It can take three hours from Orange County to get there. Yeah, Angel Stadium is going to be a big one.
“Any time you grow up in a place and you can have any of your family members who want to come out come out it’s always special. It doesn’t matter if it’s a spring training game or not. It’s still fun.”
NOT NOW
Eddy Alvarez has been one of the Dodgers’ better hitters this spring, going 8 for 23 (.348) with three home runs (tied with Edwin Rios for the team lead). Alvarez is a switch-hitter capable of playing multiple positions. But Hanser Alberto was signed to fill that utility role and Roberts acknowledged a three-week spring training is not long enough for someone like Alvarez to “win a job.”
“I don’t see him breaking camp with us and I think he knew that coming in,” Roberts said of Alvarez, who signed a minor-league contract with a non-roster invitation to big-league camp. “But to put eyes on him every single day, he’s going to help us win this year. He’s going to help us this year at some point in time. I just can’t say when.”
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https://www.dailybulletin.com/2022/03/31/dodgers-coaches-see-cody-bellinger-making-progress/
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Attorney Kelley Way will speak about “Lessons in Literary Law” at the Tri-Valley Writers meeting at 2:00 p.m. on April 16, 2022. Attendees can participate either in person or through Zoom. The in-person venue is Four Points by Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton.
Authors should know their rights. Kelley Way will describe five areas of law – copyright, trademark, right of privacy and publicity, defamation, and contracts – and explain how to protect these rights as well as how to avoid infringing on the rights of others.
The Tri-Valley Branch of the California Writers Club (CWC) hosts the meeting. Reserve and pay online at https://www.trivalleywriters.org . Reservation deadline: Friday, April 15. Fees for CWC adult members are $14; nonmembers, $18. CWC student members (ages 14-22), $6; student nonmembers, $10.
Kelley Way was born and raised in Walnut Creek, California. She graduated from UC Davis with a B.A. in English, followed by a Juris Doctorate from UC Davis School of Law. A member of the California Bar, she practices copyright, trademark, and estate planning law at The Law Office of Kelley A. Way. Her website is [email protected] . Kelley is also an aspiring writer of young adult fantasy novels.
The CWC Tri-Valley Branch invites writers of all genres and experience levels to learn about the craft at monthly meetings. Get more information here.
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Vancouver Warriors rookie Reid Bowering trying to scoop 16-year-old NLL record
Easy to wonder if nabbing that mark for most loose balls collected by a first-year player will help Bowering grab the league's rookie-of-the-year honour.
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Reid Bowering’s knack for chasing down loose balls has the Vancouver Warriors’ defender in hot pursuit of an NLL rookie record.
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The Warriors (6-7) have five games left in their regular season, starting with a doubleheader this weekend when they visit the Calgary Roughnecks (5-7) on Friday and then host the Albany FireWolves (6-9) on Saturday (7 p.m., tsn.ca) at Rogers Arena.
Bowering, 23, is third overall and tops among first-year players in the 14-team circuit in loose balls (154). That puts him on pace to finish with 213.
The NLL single-season rookie record is 214, set by Brodie Merrill with the now-defunct Portland LumberJax in 2006.
A loose ball is exactly as it sounds. Neither team has possession, and it’s bouncing, rolling or rebounding on the turf. To appreciate what the ability to scoop one means in the sport, consider that Merrill, who’s still playing with the San Diego Seals, is a surefire NLL hall-of-famer, and his ability to track down a loose ball has always been a forte of his.
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Jim (Scoop) Veltman led the NLL in loose balls in 14 of the 16 seasons he played and he went into the hall-of-fame in 2009. The 226 loose balls he totalled in 2006 is the sixth-best total in league history.
“Reid is in his first year in the league and he’s already putting up numbers like we’ve seen from hall-of-fame guys,” Vancouver defender Brett Mydske said of Bowering, a Coquitlam native who was the second overall pick in the 2020 NLL Draft. “And I don’t think this is just one good year from him. I think he is going to be like this every single season.”
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Mydske believes Bowering excels in that facet because of his athleticism and he’s looking to push the transition game so much that “he wants to go where ever the ball is.” As well, Bowering played attack in field lacrosse at Philadelphia’s Drexel University, a testament to the fact that he’s “always had the hands of an offensive player,” as Mydske puts it.
“He’s not a purebred defender. He’s a hybrid,” added Mydske, who’s the Warriors’ captain.
Calgary Roughnecks defender Zach Currier (162) and Halifax Thunderbirds defender Jake Withers (155) are the only players ahead of Bowering in the loose-ball category. Halifax defender Ryan Terefenko (86) is the next closest rookie to him.
Bowering is 14th in rookie scoring, with 19 points, including nine goals. New York Riptide forward Jeff Teat, who has 68 points including 23 goals, and Panther City Lacrosse Club forward Patrick Dodds, who has 68 points including 21 goals, lead the way among freshman.
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It’s easy to guess that someone from that trio is going to win the league’s rookie-of-the-year honours. The NLL has had just two defenders in the past 15 years net that award, with Withers, who was with the Rochester Knighthawks in 2018, following Merrill’s debut year with the LumberJax.
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League awards are voted on by head coaches, general managers and the board of governors, and Vancouver making a further playoff push would undoubtedly help Bowering’s cause. They currently hold down the third and final automatic playoff spot out of the Western Conference, percentage points ahead of Panther City (6-8), the league’s expansion franchise from Fort Worth, Tex., as well as the Roughnecks.
The Riptide (4-8) are seventh in the East. Fourth place from the six-team West will grab the eighth and final playoff spot if it has a better record than fifth place from the eight-team East.
Bowering’s already tied for the fourth-best loose ball total in Warriors’ franchise history. Bob Snider, who wracked up 202 loose balls in 2012, holds the club record.
Bowering, like Veltman and Merrill before him, is a rarity in the lofty loose-ball totals in that he’s not a faceoff specialist. Draw men tend to dominate that category just by the sheer nature of the position. Six of the top seven loose-ball seasons ever have come from faceoff men, with Veltman’s best season the outlier. Veteran Riptide draw man Jay Thorimbert has the league’s all-time mark with the 246 he amassed in 2015 with the Buffalo Bandits.
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https://theprovince.com/sports/lacrosse/vancouver-warriors-rookie-reid-bowering-trying-to-scoop-16-year-old-nll-record
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Magistrate slams, jails man, 29, for gun crimes
A West Launceston man who came into possession of a stolen sawn-off shotgun and ammunition sometime after being shot was jailed for eight months when he appeared in the Launceston Magistrates Court.
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Fire, Zoning Officials Speak About Ongoing Blight Issue in New Phila
Nick McWilliams reporting – The two New Philadelphia employees on the frontlines of the blight issues in the city spoke about ongoing projects at the latest council meeting. First mentioned by Law Director Marvin Fete at a recent meeting, Fire Inspector Jim Sholtz and Zoning and Building Codes Administrator Josh Matthias...
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https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2556464950048/fire-zoning-officials-speak-about-ongoing-blight-issue-in-new-phila
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Overtime pay due to staff shortages has already driven the Missoula Police Department's fiscal 2022 budget out of bounds, according to Police Chief Jaeson White.
As of Wednesday, the department is five officers short, White said at a City Council budget session. Five new personnel will join the force in about three weeks to return to full staffing capacity. Because of this officer shortage, the department had to spend extra paying officers' overtime.
“We have consistently run between three and six officers short all year," he said. "That has had a major impact on our budget and the workload of our staff.”
Missoula's police force has authorized 117 positions. In the years he's been on the force, White said there's been one day when the department has been at full capacity.
“Because of the shortage of staff, because of COVID coverage and things like that, we have gone over in our overtime budget in order to meet the minimum staffing levels to (have enough officers) to provide a safe community,” he said.
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As of Jan. 1, the department had spent about 102% of what its overtime budget is, White said in the presentation. The department budgeted $478,806 for overtime pay and has spent $500,538.
For personnel expenses (which includes overtime pay for officers), Missoula police budgeted $19,549,097 for the 2022 fiscal year. As of January, $10,231,369 was spent, with a projected $18,570,274 to be used by the end of the fiscal year and an estimated $978,823 in savings.
The department has been able to offset the overtime pay so far with vacancy savings, White explained.
White also touched on the department’s investment in the Crisis Intervention Team, a program designed to improve the city and county’s responses to mental health crises calls. He said the department intends to look at permanent funding, rather than grant money, to finance CIT positions.
"Those (positions) are critical to supplying the programs we need for people in crisis," White said. "We quite frankly could use some expansion in that area."
In February, CIT moved from the Missoula Fire Department to the Missoula Police Department. Over 50 Missoula police officers have received CIT training.
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https://missoulian.com/news/local/missoula-police-staffing-shortages-drain-departments-overtime-budget/article_bb4150a3-55d1-5e88-93be-0ebe180a8c0b.html
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Tommy Thompson, just weeks removed from leading the University of Wisconsin System, met with former President Donald Trump on Thursday for a talk about “Wisconsin politics,” a former aide said.
Thompson was elected to four terms as Wisconsin's governor, and earlier this year declined to rule out another bid. Thompson, 80, spent almost two years atop the university system before leaving earlier this month.
Bill McCoshen, a former chief of staff to Thompson when he served as governor, said the two met at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
“The primary topic was Wisconsin politics," McCoshen said. “They talked about the gubernatorial race, the Senate race and what it will take to win in Wisconsin. The topic of running for governor may have come up, but the purpose was to talk about Wisonsin politics more broadly.”
A Trump spokesman did not respond to a request for comment.
McCoshen said he expected Thompson to make a decision in April. The primary is in August. Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, businessman Kevin Nicholson and state Rep. Timothy Ramthun are Republicans vying to take on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Thompson was first elected to the Legislature in 1966 and was first elected governor in 1986. He resigned midway through his fourth term to serve as Health and Human Services secretary under then-President George W. Bush, and ran briefly for president in 2008.
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https://www.thehour.com/news/article/Thompson-and-Trump-meet-to-talk-politics-17049815.php
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A troubled Dubai real estate developer said Monday it suspected that $42 million had been “misappropriated” by the company’s former officials while saying it massively overvalued its holdings, declaring nearly $800 million in accumulated losses in recent years.
The announcement by Union Properties comes as Emirati prosecutors announced in October they were investigating the firm. Already, the firm’s board of directors has seen its chairmen and other officials dismissed amid the probe.
Union Properties, known for building Dubai Motor City, had been trying to turn around its fortunes in recent years. But the announcement and filings on the Dubai Financial Market stock exchange show the firm had even more serious problems than initially realized.
Last year “has been a difficult year for Union Properties as we uncovered widespread fraud and misconduct by the company’s former management involving forgery, misappropriation of funds and various other financial violations which has negatively impact the company’s financial health and been a severe breach of shareholder confidence,” managing director Amer Khansaheb said in a statement.
The losses represent nearly 70% of the company’s capital, the firm said in a filing. It attributed $565 million in value losses in 2017, with another over $300 million in 2021.
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https://journalrecord.com/2022/03/31/developer-says-42m-misappropriated/
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IAEA Director Traveled to Ukraine Regarding Nuclear Safety
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Ukraine is ravaged by war and the Russian Invasion threatens due to the fighting the nuclear safety in the eastern European country. IAEA Director-General, Rafael Mariano Grossi, traveled to Ukraine for talks with senior government officials on the planned assistance by IAEA to ensure the safety and security of the country’s nuclear facilities.
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Ukraine's Nuclear Safety is threatened by the war. The fighting and embroilments of war complicate the ensuring of the safety of nuclear facilities. The IAEA wants to provide technical assistance to prevent a nuclear disaster.
As IAEA's Director-General, Rafael Mariano Grossi, emphasized in a statement, “The military conflict is putting Ukraine’s nuclear power plants and other facilities with radioactive material in unprecedented danger. We must take urgent action to make sure that they can continue to operate safely and securely and reduce the risk of a nuclear accident that could have a severe health and environmental impact both in Ukraine and beyond.” …
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Easter Holidays can be stressful - especially when you have young kids - but Vrbo is here to save the day with these family-friendly property picks.
Whether it's your first getaway with your little one or you're on the hunt for a bargain break, look no further than these stunning holiday homes that the global family holiday rental expert has pulled together for you.
According to a survey by Atomik Research, 35% of parents say that the most convenient type of holiday accommodation to bring their babies and toddlers would be a holiday rental.
This is followed by 27% choosing a hotel and 15% choosing a holiday resort so they can socialise with other people.
Childcare expert and celebrity ‘nanny’, Shada Lambert aka “Nanny Sharz” said: “Parents with young children can feel as though they are on duty 24 hours a day, which can be a hefty burden on holiday when they’re trying to relax too!
Nanny Sharz added: "Arranging to go away with other adults for support, from family members to nannies can be a great way to share the responsibilities and help the holiday feel like a restful break for everyone!”
With this in mind, the holiday rental company has brought together some of their top properties in some of the most sought after destinations at the moment.
Get your passports ready, here are five family-friendly properties you can jet off to this Easter.
Family-friendly properties to stay at this Easter from Vrbo
Spain
Soak up some sun this Spring with an unforgettable trip to Viranos in Valencia.
The stunning property has no shortage of features to keep the whole family entertained including an outdoor saltwater pool.
Plus, you can enjoy the peaceful private terrace and watch the sunset once the kids have gone down!
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Special features: Private saltwater pool, dining area, pet friendly, air conditioning and oil central underfloor heating.
Average cost per night: £144
Book a holiday via the Vrbo website.
Greece
If you've been dreaming of a Greecian getaway, look no further than this child-friendly villa in Corfu.
Villa Savvina looks out onto breathtaking panoramic views of Corfu town and is just a short distance to the beach and Yacht Marina.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Special features: Outdoor playground, trampoline, swimming pool, gym area and tree house
Average cost per night: £294
Book a holiday via the Vrbo website.
France
Make your French fantasy come true by jetting off to Géradmer this Easter.
The luxurious chalet is built on three levels and has panoramic views of Lake Gérardmer and no shortage of fantastic facilities to help you and the family unwind.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms:4
Special features: Private heated indoor pool, integrated jacuzzi, 5-car private parking, games room, baby equipment (high chair, travel cot)
Average cost per night: £415
Book a holiday via the Vrbo website.
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United States
If you're thinking of venturing across the Atlantic this Easter holiday, a stay at this gorgeous cabin in North Carolina might just be what you've been looking for.
The gem of a property comes fully kitted out with a fully stocked kitchen, sunroom, stunning mountain views and a few furry friends to keep you company at its own private petting zoo!
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Special features: Hot tub, pet friendly, private petting zoo, firepit, waterfall, hammock and rocking chairs
Average cost per night: $332 / £253
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Croatia
Discover the delights of Dubrovnik or do nothing but lounge about this historic villa in Croatia this Easter - it's completely up to you!
The waterfront villa blends historic features with modern convenience, making it the perfect holiday hub for you and the family.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 5
Special features: Heated outdoor swimming pool with a counter-current swimming feature for massages, fruit trees and edible garden, outdoor ping pong table, air conditioning and Smart TVs in every room. Speed boat trips, restaurant reservations and vaccinated private tour guides can be arranged through the property.
Average cost per night: £586
Book a holiday via the Vrbo website.
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Was Suni Lee injured at NCAA regional? Auburn gymnast's brief scare becomes success
AUBURN — Suni Lee's NCAA regional vault led to a brief injury scare Thursday, but the Auburn freshman gymnast returned from the locker room and scored high on her last two events.
The initial reaction? "It hurts. Don't land like that," Auburn coach Jeff Graba said.
Lee walked gingerly after her vault, which scored a 9.825. She went to the Neville Arena locker room as Auburn began its uneven bars rotation.
"The frustrating part for her, I think it's: Physically, yeah, she landed bad on her one-touch," Graba said. "Which isn't a lot of fun on that vault. That's a tough vault. But she had warmed them up better than she'd ever competed them, so she's in a really good spot if we can keep her healthy."
Lee typically anchors bars and beam, which were the Tigers' last two events Thursday.
She returned from the locker room when her bars routine was on deck. She scored a 9.950 to match the meet's highest score on the event.
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Lee finished the meet with a 39.65 all-around score, finishing second behind Kentucky's Raena Worley. Auburn as a team finished second behind Kentucky with a total score of 197.500, enough to advance to the regional final Saturday (5 p.m., ESPN+) at Neville Arena.
For Lee, Auburn's second-place finish might be lemons to lemonade. The Tigers started on floor and vault Thursday then finished with bars and beam — Lee's strongest events.
"I don't know if this is going to sound weird, but I was hoping to finish second in this rotation," Graba said. "Because we get to finish on floor and vault in the Sweet 16. And if we do that, I'm more apt to let her go full speed on floor and vault than if we started on vault. If we start on vault and she makes a mistake like (today), we might lose her for the meet.
"So an unintended byproduct of being pretty weak in the first couple of events."
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ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited (NYSE:ASA – Get Rating) saw a large drop in short interest in the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totalling 17,000 shares, a drop of 22.0% from the February 28th total of 21,800 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 82,400 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 0.2 days.
Shares of ASA Gold and Precious Metals stock traded down $0.06 on Thursday, hitting $22.41. 57,841 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 77,260. ASA Gold and Precious Metals has a 52 week low of $18.46 and a 52 week high of $24.70. The business has a 50-day simple moving average of $21.87 and a 200 day simple moving average of $21.11.
The business also recently disclosed a Semi-Annual dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, May 19th. Stockholders of record on Monday, May 9th will be given a dividend of $0.01 per share. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 6th.
About ASA Gold and Precious Metals (Get Rating)
ASA Gold & Precious Metals Ltd. operates as a closed-end precious metals and mining investment fund. It engages in the investment in the securities of companies engaged in the exploration, mining and processing of gold, silver, platinum, diamonds and other precious metals. The company was founded by Charles Engelhard on June 12, 1958 and is headquartered in Portland, ME.
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The fire dispatch centre for the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen received the following calls:
Wednesday
7:22 a.m. Tucelnuit Drive, Oliver. Medical first response.
7:58 a.m. Anarchist Place, Anarchist Mountain. Wildfire.
8:39 a.m. Victoria Road, Summerland. Alarm.
8:51 a.m. Highway 97, Oliver. Medical first response.
12:53 p.m. Green Mountain Road, Penticton. Medical first response.
12:59 p.m. Government Street, Penticton. Public service.
1:37 p.m. Devon Drive, Okanagan Falls. Alarm.
2:14 p.m. Bathville Road, Summerland. Wildfire.
4:57 p.m. Meadows Drive, Oliver. Wildfire.
6:44 p.m. Highway 97, Kaleden. Medical first response.
8:10 p.m. McKinney Road, Osoyoos. Wildfire.
11:40 p.m. Gardner Court, Penticton. Medical first response.
Thursday
12:07 a.m. Main Street, Penticton. Medical first response.
2:33 a.m. Skaha Lake Road, Penticton. Medical first response.
3:30 a.m. Winnipeg Street, Penticton. Medical first response.
6:20 a.m. Duncan Avenue, Penticton. Car fire.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham said Thursday he won’t vote for Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, expressing concerns about her record despite supporting her confirmation as an appeals court judge last year.
The South Carolina senator’s announcement had been expected after he criticized Jackson during her four days of hearings last week. But it gives Democrats one less Republican vote as they seek bipartisan backing for President Joe Biden’s pick to replace retiring Justice Stephen Breyer.
Graham, Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska were the only three Republicans to vote to confirm Jackson on the appeals court in 2021. Collins announced Wednesday that she’ll vote for Jackson’s Supreme Court nomination, as well, giving Democrats at least one GOP vote. Murkowski has said she’s still undecided.
A final confirmation vote is expected next week. Jackson would be the first Black woman on the high court in its more than 200-year history, and the sixth woman.
In a speech on the Senate floor, Graham said his decision is based partly on what he sees as a “flawed sentencing methodology regarding child pornography cases,” echoing a line of questioning by some Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee last week. Several senators, some eyeing a run for president, repeatedly asked her about her sentencing decisions in her nine years as a federal judge in an effort to paint her as too lenient on sex criminals.
Jackson told the committee that “nothing could be further from the truth” and explained her sentencing decisions in detail. She said some of the cases have given her nightmares and were “among the worst that I have seen.”
Democrats pointed to testimony last week by the chair of the American Bar Association committee that makes recommendations on federal judges. Ann Claire Williams, the head of that ABA panel, said the idea that Jackson is out of the mainstream on sentencing “never came up” in a review of more than 250 judges and lawyers. The review found Jackson and her record to be “outstanding, excellent, superior, superb,” Williams said.
Graham also mentioned Jackson’s her legal advocacy on behalf of terror suspects held at Guantanamo Bay more than a decade ago and her support from liberal groups. “After a thorough review of Judge Jackson’s record and information gained at the hearing from an evasive witness, I now know why Judge Jackson was the favorite of the radical left,” Graham said.
At the hearing, Graham also aired past grievances, asking Jackson about her religion and how often she goes to church — heated comments that he said were fair game after some Democratic questions about Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Catholicism ahead of her confirmation hearings in 2020.
Graham’s “no” vote will be the first time he has voted against a Supreme Court nominee. He voted for President Barack Obama’s two picks, Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan, and has often said that he believes a president’s nominees should win confirmation no matter the party. But he has become increasingly angry about the process in recent years, especially as Democrats enthusiastically opposed then-President Donald Trump’s three nominees. Graham has also expressed frustration that Biden didn’t pick the South Carolina judge he was pushing for the job.
“To my Democratic colleagues, I’ll work with you when I can, but this is a bridge too far,” Graham said.
Collins said Wednesday that she believes Jackson “possesses the experience, qualifications and integrity to serve as an associate justice on the Supreme Court.” She was the most likely Republican to support Jackson, and she also a history of voting for Supreme Court nominees picked by presidents of both parties.
It is unclear if any other GOP senators will vote for Jackson. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell set the tone last week when he said he “cannot and will not” support her, citing the GOP concerns raised in the hearing about her sentencing record and her support from liberal advocacy groups.
Jackson is still making the rounds in the Senate ahead of next week’s votes, doing customary meetings with Democratic and Republican senators. On Tuesday she met with Utah Sen. Mitt Romney, who said afterward that he was undecided about supporting her.
Romney said he had an “excellent meeting” and found Jackson to be intelligent, capable and charming. He said he probably won’t decide whether to vote for her until the day of the vote.
It is expected that all 50 Democrats will support her, though one notable moderate Democrat, Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, hasn’t yet said how she will vote.
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Four girls from Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey (GSHNJ) joined hundreds of women and girls from around the world at the United Nations headquarters in New York to participate in the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
Representatives of member states, UN entities, and the United National Economic and Social Council accredited non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from all regions of the world were invited to attend, according to information provided by Jaffe Communications
This year’s Girl Scout delegates included Reya Varun of Hillsborough, Sriya Tallapragada of New Providence, Mackenzie Wilson of Westfield, and Isabella Fernandes-Santinho of Kearny.
Roxie Zeek, director of Girl Experience for GSHNJ, coordinated the 66th session of the CSW, which took place March 14-25, primarily virtual.
“I am so proud of these four young women; they represent our council and their fellow Girl Scouts so well,” Zeek said in the statement. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The girls were able to share their experiences and, more importantly, bring awareness to the social injustices that surround women and girls throughout the world.”
The CSW is a commission of the United Nations that works towards promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women throughout the world, according to the statement. During the two-week session, they identify challenges, set global standards and develop policies for the advancement of women worldwide.
This year’s theme “Climate Change-Environment Disaster Risk Reduction,” was designed to achieve gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls in the context of climate change and environmental and disaster risk reduction policies and programs, according to the statement.
Each of the delegates has shown an interest or has been involved in environmental issues relating to climate change and/or disaster relief.
Varun, a freshman at Hillsborough High School, was chosen to be one of this year’s speakers.
“Last year I was involved in the Girl Scout Tree Promise, an initiative committed to planting trees, environmental stewardship, and other conservation efforts,” she said in the statement. “I spoke about the Tree Promise and shared our thoughts regarding sustainable projects and experiences in helping to conserve our communities and the environment.”
Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey (GSHNJ) provides nearly 12,000 New Jersey girls access to premier leadership programs and mentors throughout Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Somerset, Union, southern Warren, and parts of Middlesex counties. GSHNJ has two service centers located in North Branch and Westfield, and operates three summer camps: Camp Hoover in Middleville, Camp DeWitt in Hillsborough, and The OVAL in Maplewood. To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, visit www.gshnj.org.
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Tommy Thompson, just weeks removed from leading the University of Wisconsin System, met with former President Donald Trump on Thursday for a talk about “Wisconsin politics,” a former aide said.
Thompson was elected to four terms as Wisconsin's governor, and earlier this year declined to rule out another bid. Thompson, 80, spent almost two years atop the university system before leaving earlier this month.
Bill McCoshen, a former chief of staff to Thompson when he served as governor, said the two met at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
“The primary topic was Wisconsin politics," McCoshen said. “They talked about the gubernatorial race, the Senate race and what it will take to win in Wisconsin. The topic of running for governor may have come up, but the purpose was to talk about Wisonsin politics more broadly.”
A Trump spokesman did not respond to a request for comment.
McCoshen said he expected Thompson to make a decision in April. The primary is in August. Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, businessman Kevin Nicholson and state Rep. Timothy Ramthun are Republicans vying to take on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Thompson was first elected to the Legislature in 1966 and was first elected governor in 1986. He resigned midway through his fourth term to serve as Health and Human Services secretary under then-President George W. Bush, and ran briefly for president in 2008.
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LAS CRUCES, NM – (KTSM) – Officers with the Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD), as well as their SWAT unit were pressed into action in Central Las Cruces, as a subject runs away and hides from police during an arrest.
The incident began as a ‘possible SWAT situation’ just before 3 p.m., near Missouri and Gladys Streets.
Almost an hour later, NMSU Police sent out their own warning about an incident at Locust and Thomas streets. NMSU officials added that there was ‘no direct threat to the campus.’
According to a social media post by LCPD, the entire incident was caused by a person they were arresting, who ran from officers:
Police were in the act of apprehending a suspect, when the suspect fled and hid in a shed. Officers have placed the suspect in custody and say the public is not in danger. A nearby school had engaged in a safety protocol where students were to remain on campus until further notified. School Resource Officers have since assisted the school in contacting parents and having students escorted to vehicles to be picked up and buses to move children safely from the area. All children have been released from the school. Again Police say the public is not in danger, but wanted to make sure safety precautions were in place.
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Which 144Hz monitors are best?
Computer technology has grown in leaps and bounds since the 1980s. A large part of this growth is due to the video games industry, which pushes for better graphics, faster machines and bigger monitors.
When it comes to monitors, the standard 60-hertz monitor has been a staple for many gamers. However, now it’s commonplace to see 75Hz or 120Hz dedicated gaming monitors. For the ultimate gaming experience, only the best Samsung 49-Inch CHG90 144Hz Curved Gaming Monitor will do. It provides an extra-crisp picture and comes with a swivel stand to allow for easy adjustment.
What to know before you buy a 144Hz monitor
Make sure your computer is compatible
Having a computer monitor that can handle 144Hz is one thing, but making sure you have a computer that can manage the output is another aspect altogether. The 144Hz refers to how many frames your computer can display per second. While the monitor can certainly handle this speed, not all graphics cards can keep up. You might be disappointed if your new 144Hz monitor can’t produce the frames per second you want, thanks to a subpar graphics card. Make sure your computer is compatible before making a purchase.
Resolution importance
The monitor’s maximum resolution will also play a role in the graphical quality. The standard for all games released today is 1080p, but there are plenty of titles you can play at Ultra HD or even 4K. To get the best out of the monitor, consider the resolution and whether you have content to support it.
Reduced screen tearing
The dreaded screen tearing is something that most gamers have dealt with at some point in their lives. Screen tearing is when your monitor’s refresh rate can’t keep up with the game’s frame rate. This creates a distorted picture or continually distorted images. By having a 144Hz monitor, the higher refresh rate will dramatically reduce the chances of screen tearing.
What to look for in a quality 144Hz monitor
Connection ports
The monitor connects to your computer or laptop through a connection port. The most common port is an HDMI connection, but this has a limited refresh rate and resolution. A good-quality monitor will also have a DisplayPort connection, which can output 8K content at 120Hz or 4K content at 240Hz. HDMI has a maximum output of 8K content at 30Hz.
High Dynamic Range for better quality
High Dynamic Range (HDR) is a relatively new technology in video games and influences the color range of games. Conventional monitors struggle to show dark and bright areas simultaneously, but HDR renders the image with the correct shading throughout. Not only does it improve the visual quality, but it can also feel more immersive.
Built-in synching to reduce screen tearing
While the 144Hz monitor technology already goes a long way to reduce screen tearing, some manufacturers incorporate Nvidia’s G-Sync or AMD’s FreeSync into a monitor’s hardware. This added bit of technology helps to massively reduce instances of graphical artifacts and screen tearing. Keep in mind you need to have a graphics card that supports either system to take advantage of this.
How much you can expect to spend on a 144Hz monitor
The average price of a 144Hz monitor depends on the monitor’s brand, capabilities and size. An affordable 144Hz monitor costs around $200-$300, but larger displays with curved screens will be closer to $800-$1,000.
144Hz monitor FAQ
Can you mount or raise 144Hz monitors?
A. Yes, you can, as long as the base is large enough. Most monitors are also compatible with VESA mounts, so you can attach them to walls or a monitor arm.
Can you use a 144Hz monitor on an Xbox One?
A. Yes, as long as you connect the correct display cables. There are only a few titles that support 120Hz, and there are even fewer that support 144Hz. Most developers choose not to support 144Hz and opt for higher graphical quality at 60Hz.
What’s the best 144Hz monitor to buy?
Top 144Hz monitor
Samsung 49-Inch CHG90 144Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
What you need to know: This curved monitor is great if you need a lot of screen space for multiple projects.
What you’ll love: This 144Hz monitor measures 49 inches across. It features a maximum resolution of 3840 x 1080p, has a one-second response time and has AMD’s FreeSync 2 built-in. The monitor supports HDR, incorporates Samsung’s QLED technology and works with HDMI as well as DisplayPort.
What you should consider: The monitor has a maximum resolution of 1080p, which some gamers might find too low.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top 144Hz monitor for the money
Asus VG248QE 24-Inch Full HD Monitor
What you need to know: This monitor will give you 144Hz gaming at an affordable price.
What you’ll love: With built-in stereo speakers and support for HDMI and DisplayPort, this 144Hz LED monitor has a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080p. The sturdy base allows it to swivel, tilt and pivot.
What you should consider: The monitor is only 24 inches, which might not be sufficient for serious players.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Acer Predator XB273K 27-Inch LED Monitor
What you need to know: This 27-inch display has all the bells and whistles any gamer could want.
What you’ll love: The XB273K has a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 with Nvidia’s G-Sync built-in. It’s compatible with VESA mounts and connects via HDMI, DisplayPort and USB ports. The unique thing about this monitor is it comes with a shade shield to block out glare from overhead lights.
What you should consider: You can only reach the 144Hz refresh rate, even when you overclock the monitor with two DisplayPort connections.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Daniela Lopez Osorio wows as she goes topless during beach photoshoot
MODEL Daniela Lopez Osorio is happy to go against the grains as she poses in the sand.
The Colombian, 28, looked stunning in nothing but a pair of tiny red bikini bottoms for the beach photoshoot.
Daniela, who is dating Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick, is the new face of fellow Colombian and superstar singer Maluma’s latest collection, Royalty.
The pair plugged the range, sold at US store Macy’s, by posing on Instagram in a his and hers leaf-print shorts and jacket combo.
The pair began dating in January of 2021 during the pandemic.
According to Forbes, Travis Kalanick's net worth is $2.8billion.
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The Turkish prosecutor in the case against 26 Saudi nationals charged in the slaying of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi made a surprise request Thursday that their trial in absentia be suspended and the case transferred to Saudi Arabia, raising fears of a possible coverup.
The panel of judges made no ruling on the prosecutor's request but said a letter would be sent to Turkey's Justice Ministry seeking its opinion on the possible transfer of the file to Saudi judicial authorities, the state-run Anadolu Agency reported. Trial was adjourned until April 7.
The development comes as Turkey has been trying to normalize its relationship with Saudi Arabia, which hit an all-time low following Khashoggi's grisly October 2018 killing. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said in an interview on Thursday that Saudi authorities were more cooperative on judicial issues with Turkey, but did not elaborate.
In arguing for the transfer, the prosecutor told the court that the Saudi chief public prosecutor's office requested the Turkish proceedings be transferred to the kingdom in a letter dated March 13, and that international warrants issued by Ankara against the defendants be lifted, according to the private DHA news agency.
The prosecutor said that because the arrest warrants cannot be executed and defense statements cannot be taken, the case would remain inconclusive in Turkey.
Amnesty International urged Turkey to press ahead with the trial, saying if it is transferred to Saudi Arabia, Turkey will be "knowingly and willingly sending the case to a place where it will be covered up."
Moving Khashoggi's trial to Saudi Arabia would provide a diplomatic resolution to a dispute that represented the wider troubles between Ankara and the kingdom since the 2011 Arab Spring.
Turkey under Erdogan supported Islamists as the uprisings took hold, while Saudi Arabia and its ally the United Arab Emirates sought to suppress such movements for fear of facing challenges to their autocratic governments. Meanwhile, Turkey sided with Qatar in a diplomatic dispute that saw Doha boycotted by Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Since then-President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election, the Gulf Arab states have set aside — but not fully resolved — the Qatar dispute. Meanwhile, Turkey under Erdogan has faced a rapid devaluation of its lira currency over his refusal to hike interest rates. Bilateral trade to the kingdom and the UAE, a major transshipment point for the world economy, also collapsed.
Since the start of 2022, Erdogan has sought to improve those ties, including making his first visit to the UAE in nearly a decade. Saudi Arabia and the UAE, after fighting through the coronavirus pandemic's economic effects, facing a grinding war in Yemen and struggling with renewed tensions with Iran, also want to resolve the outstanding feud.
Khashoggi disappeared on Oct. 2, 2018, after entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, seeking documents that would allow him to marry Hatice Cengiz, a Turkish national who was waiting outside the building. He never emerged.
Turkish officials allege that the Saudi national, who was a United States resident, was killed and then dismembered with a bone saw inside the consulate. His body has not been found. Prior to his killing, Khashoggi had written critically of Saudi Arabia's crown prince in columns for the Washington Post.
Turkish authorities said he was killed by a team of Saudi agents. Those on trial in absentia include two former aides of the prince.
Saudi officials initially offered conflicting accounts concerning the killing, including claims that Khashoggi had left the consulate building unharmed. But amid mounting international pressure, they stated that Khashoggi's death was a tragic accident, with the meeting unexpectedly turning violent.
Turkey decided to try the defendants in absentia after Saudi Arabia rejected Turkish demands for their extradition.
The slaying had sparked international condemnation and cast a cloud of suspicion over Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Western intelligence agencies, as well as the U.S. Congress, have said that an operation of this magnitude could not have happened without his knowledge.
In urging Turkey to proceed with the trial, Amnesty International said Ankara would be complicit in a coverup if it grants the Saudi request for a transfer.
"If the prosecutor's request is granted, then instead of prosecuting and shedding light on a murder that was committed on its territory ... Turkey will be knowingly and willingly sending the case to a place where it will be covered up," said Tarik Beyhan, Amnesty's campaign director for Turkey.
Beyhan said he didn't want to "think about the possibility" that the prosecutor's request may be related to the improving ties between Riyadh and Ankara.
"Basic human rights ... should not be made the subject of political negotiations," he said. "A murder cannot be covered up to fix relations."
Some of the men were put on trial in Riyadh behind closed doors. A Saudi court issued a final verdict in 2020 that sentenced five mid-level officials and operatives to 20-year jail terms. The court had originally ordered the death penalty, but reduced the punishment after Khashoggi's son Salah, who lives in Saudi Arabia, announced that he forgave the defendants. Three others were sentenced to lesser jail terms.
On Thursday, Khashoggi's fiancee, Cengiz, appeared to criticize the prosecutor's request in a tweet in English. "It is an exemplary situation in terms of showing the dilemma facing humanity in the modern era," she wrote. "Which of the two will we choose? To want to live like a virtuous human being or to build a life by holding material interests above all kinds of values."
She did not respond to a request for comment.
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Associated Press Writer Jon Gambrell contributed from Dubai.
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The conservative media organization The Daily Wire announced plans to invest $100 million to create programming for children to counter "woke media companies."
The move follows Disney's opposition to Florida’s Parental Rights in Education act — which critics have dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill — which was signed into Florida law this week. The law restricts discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity in classrooms. A group of over a dozen students, parents, educators and advocates filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state’s Board of Education.
The Daily Wire said Wednesday it plans to roll out live-action and animated children's entertainment. It also will spend another $100 million on similar content for adults. The programming is scheduled to launch on The Daily Wire's subscription streaming service in spring 2023.
"Americans are tired of giving their money to woke media companies who hate them," Daily Wire CEO Jeremy Boreing said in a statement. "They're tired of giving their money to woke media companies who want to indoctrinate their children with radical race and gender theory. They want to do more than just cancel them. They want alternatives."
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee woman convicted in the death of a police officer has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison.
Ashley Kroese of Thompson's Station was 24 years old on June 18, 2020, when she drove on the wrong side of the road in Brentwood, killing Brentwood police officer Destin Legieza, 30, authorities said.
She was previously found guilty of four charges, including vehicular homicide by intoxication. She was sentenced Wednesday for charges in the crash that killed Legieza, The Tennessean reported.
A blood test after the crash found her blood alcohol content was 0.166%, which is twice the legal limit.
Members of Legieza's family spoke at the hearing.
“Ashley. I don’t think you intended to kill anyone that day,” said Heather Legieza, the officer’s widow. “But you moving forward with the trial when you know what you did was with intention, you should have just taken accountability for your actions."
Kroese, who did not testify at the February trial, read from a statement.
“I can’t pretend to understand what you have been going through. I’ve never lost a husband, a son or a brother, and nothing I can say is able to ease your pain, but I am truly and deeply sorry,” Kroese said.
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L.A. County workers rally for higher wages and less outsourcing, with contract expiring at midnight
Thousands of Los Angeles County workers, including nurses, social workers and custodians, marched in downtown L.A. Thursday, demanding higher wages and less outsourcing as their union contract was set to expire at midnight.
Nurse practitioners Cindy Sarami and Angeli Bautista took time off from their jobs to send a “personal message” to management.
“We worked long hours throughout the pandemic in crowded settings and were told we were ‘healthcare heroes,’” said Sarami, 60, who works at El Monte Comprehensive Health Center with Bautista. “Now the county feels it’s OK to treat us like zeroes.”
The contract covers about 55,000 county workers who are members of Service Employees International Union Local 721.
One sticking point in the negotiations, which have gone on for the last four months after both sides agreed to a temporary six-month contract, is the size of an annual raise.
According to SEIU officials, the county has offered a 2% raise each year for the next three years.
SEIU 721 President David Green said inflation this year alone is higher than the 6% proposed by the county over three years.
The rate of inflation for the 12-month period ending in February was 7.9% before seasonal adjustment, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Union members also want the county to hire more staff and stop outsourcing jobs to private contractors, Green said.
According to Green, the county has been bringing in outside travel nurses and translators, who earn significantly more than regular employees.
“These are our front-line workers and first responders who led us through and are still leading us through this pandemic,” Green said. “[Today] is really about a show of force and also putting pressure on L.A. County and the CEO.”
A representative for L.A. County Chief Executive Fesia Davenport, who is overseeing the negotiations, released a statement:
“L.A. County and Service Employees International Union Local 721 are currently engaged in good-faith negotiations and both sides are exchanging proposals. We are hopeful that we will reach agreement soon on a fair contract that is fiscally responsible and also recognizes the important contributions of our valued employees.”
After a rally at City Hall, the workers marched around downtown, dressed in the union’s colors of purple and gold. They held signs reading “Respect us, pay us, protect us,” “2% for milk only” and “Fair wage increase for all.”
A strike, which would require a vote of the membership, was possible if the two sides could not come to an agreement, Green said.
Green, a children’s social worker, participated in the last strike by SEIU-represented county workers, which lasted six days in December 2013.
County eligibility worker Junue Millan, 40, took a breather as James Brown’s “Papa Don’t Take No Mess” blasted from a truck.
He said he wasn’t surprised by the “county’s low offer,” adding that a strike was the next logical step.
“I’m not sure what else is left,” Millan said. “They know they need to pay more and respect us and what we do. If we have to strike, we will.”
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For the first time since 2019, The Mark Creek Lions Club’s Marysville Daze is back and will return to Lions Park, located on 303 St. and 308 Ave., on Saturday, Jun. 4.
With so long a break since the last event, there’s sure to be lots of people who have moved to Kimberley and have never been to Marysville Daze.
“People new to Kimberley may not know that the Mark Creek Lions Club is the one that puts Marysville Daze on every year and it’s actually been going since 1952, which is pretty cool,” said Mark Creek Lions Club secretary Erin Sondergaaard. “It’s been going since 1952, but the Mark Creek Lions was formed in 2010, when the Kimberley and Marysville chapters merged, so two clubs became one and we’ve kept it going.”
Sondergaard said that the event has changed a little over the years, from a more raucous party with a dance at the Marysville Arena, into something a little more family friendly.
Beginning at 8 a.m. the event will, as always, start with a pancake breakfast and feature a large play area replete with tons of kids games, prizes and a bouncy castle for the kids and a beer garden for the adults that opens at 11 a.m.
There is also a sizeable market beginning at 11 a.m., with local vendors and artisans selling their wares. Sondergaard said they are still compiling everyone and still booking vendors, but they are about two-thirds full so far. People familiar with Kimberley’s Thursday-night markets will recognize many of the vendors.
As well as clothing, jewelery and artwork there will also be food trucks, so people can get lunch while they’re there.
From 12-4 there will be an open jam hosted by Mojo Beatz, a local Kimberley couple, and open to any local musicians who want to play a few tunes.
A staple of past events, the Kimberley Pipe Band will also return this year, performing at around 11 a.m.
“It feels so good,” Sondergaard said of the event’s return after a pandemic-induced hiatus. “It’s been a struggle for the [Lions] Club, because it’s been two years without the ability to fundraise and we rely, as a non-profit, fully on fundraising so that we can pay it forward in our community, because that’s what the Lions Clubs all over the world do.”
The Lions Club is active and supports their community in many ways, including their Children’s Emergency Medical Fund.
“Not being able to fundraise for two years, we’re really, really excited to be able to make this event quite sizable and just get everybody out, have some fun and hope for good weather,” she added with a laugh.
As it’s in early June rain is always a possibility, but the event will go ahead rain or shine. For more information or to register for a spot as a vendor, contact Erin Sondergaard at erin.markcreeklions@gmail.com or call 250-908-3746.
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The House on Thursday passed a bill capping the monthly cost of insulin at $35 for insured patients, part of an election-year push by Democrats for price curbs on prescription drugs at a time of rising inflation.
Experts say the legislation, which passed 232-193, would provide significant relief for privately insured patients with skimpier plans and for Medicare enrollees facing rising out-of-pocket costs for their insulin. Some could save hundreds of dollars annually, and all insured patients would get the benefit of predictable monthly costs for insulin. The bill would not help the uninsured.
But the Affordable Insulin Now Act will serve as a political vehicle to rally Democrats and force Republicans who oppose it into uncomfortable votes ahead of the midterms. For the legislation to pass Congress, 10 Republican senators would have to vote in favor. Democrats acknowledge they don't have an answer for how that's going to happen.
"If 10 Republicans stand between the American people being able to get access to affordable insulin, that's a good question for 10 Republicans to answer," said Rep. Dan Kildee, D-Mich., a cosponsor of the House bill. "Republicans get diabetes, too. Republicans die from diabetes."
Public opinion polls have consistently shown support across party lines for congressional action to limit drug costs.
But Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., complained the legislation is only "a small piece of a larger package around government price controls for prescription drugs." Critics say the bill would raise premiums and fails to target pharmaceutical middlemen seen as contributing to high list prices for insulin.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said Democrats could have a deal on prescription drugs if they drop their bid to authorize Medicare to negotiate prices. "Do Democrats really want to help seniors, or would they rather have the campaign issue?" Grassley said.
The insulin bill, which would take effect in 2023, represents just one provision of a much broader prescription drug package in President Joe Biden's social and climate legislation.
In addition to a similar $35 cap on insulin, the Biden bill would authorize Medicare to negotiate prices for a range of drugs, including insulin. It would penalize drugmakers who raise prices faster than inflation and overhaul the Medicare prescription drug benefit to limit out-of-pocket costs for enrollees.
Biden's agenda passed the House only to stall in the Senate because Democrats could not reach consensus. Party leaders haven't abandoned hope of getting the legislation moving again, and preserving its drug pricing curbs largely intact.
The idea of a $35 monthly cost cap for insulin actually has a bipartisan pedigree. The Trump administration had created a voluntary option for Medicare enrollees to get insulin for $35, and the Biden administration continued it.
In the Senate, Republican Susan Collins of Maine and Democrat Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire are working on a bipartisan insulin bill. Georgia Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock has introduced legislation similar to the House bill, with the support of Sen. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York.
Stung by criticism that Biden's economic policies spur inflation, Democrats are redoubling efforts to show how they'd help people cope with costs. On Thursday, the Commerce Department reported a key inflation gauge jumped 6.4% in February compared with a year ago, the largest year-over-year rise since January 1982.
But experts say the House bill would not help uninsured people, who face the highest out-of-pocket costs for insulin. Also, people with diabetes often take other medications as well as insulin. That's done to treat the diabetes itself, along with other serious health conditions often associated with the disease. The House legislation would not help with those costs, either. Collins says she's looking for a way to help uninsured people through her bill.
About 37 million Americans have diabetes, and an estimated 6 million to 7 million use insulin to keep their blood sugars under control. It's an old drug, refined and improved over the years, that has seen relentless price increases.
Steep list prices don't reflect the rates insurance plans negotiate with manufacturers. But those list prices are used to calculate cost-sharing amounts that patients owe. Patients who can't afford their insulin reduce or skip doses, a strategy born of desperation, which can lead to serious complications and even death.
Economist Sherry Glied of New York University said the market for insulin is a "total disaster" for many patients, particularly those with skimpy insurance plans or no insurance.
"This will make private insurance for people with diabetes a much more attractive proposition," said Glied.
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BLANCO – A total of 13 teams and 75 players took part in two days of competition at the District 26-5A boys’ golf tournament held at Vaaler Creek Course in Blanco and when final rounds were completed Wednesday, Tivy Blue was fourth.
Only the top two teams qualify for regional and those spots were claimed by Boerne Champion’s Navy team and Alamo Heights’ Blue team.
Dripping Springs finished third followed by Tivy Blue, Champion White, New Braunfels Canyon Red, Heights Gold, Buda Johnson, Tivy Gold, Canyon White, Seguin, Kyle Lehman and SA Veterans Memorial.
Blue teamers and their finishes showed Phillip Apffel, Lake Audrain, Isaac Huff, Devon Schneider, and Daniel Sieker tied for 13th, 15th, 19th, 30th and 38th, respectively.
The Gold team consisted of Simon Silvius, Ethan Soth, Luke Roberts and Stephen Grocki who placed 35-49-51-61.
“We fought. Conditions were the same as all Spring. It was windy on a hard course. We just didn't quite handle it as well as three other teams. Our district is one of the best in the whole state and scores were very high,” said Tivy head coach Wes Hale.
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THE GAME: Corey Seager drove in two runs with a sacrifice fly and a home run against his former team, as the Texas Rangers defeated the Dodgers, 8-2, on Thursday afternoon at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Ariz.
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Today wasn’t good. Not a good day,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said after the loss. “Individually, there have been some guys that have had good camps. But overall it just needs to get better. … The season isn’t going to wait for us. We’ve got to get going.”
PITCHING REPORT: Right-hander Ryan Pepiot gave up three runs on five hits and a walk in his two innings. … Left-hander Victor Gonzalez gave up a solo home run to left-handed hitter Nathaniel Lowe in his 1-2/3 innings. … Right-hander Brusdar Graterol pitched on back-to-back days. After retiring both batters he faced in Wednesday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians, he retired the only batter he faced Thursday. … Right-handers Daniel Hudson and Blake Treinen each gave up home runs to the first batter they faced. Hudson gave up Seager’s home run in the fifth inning then struck out two of the next three batters he faced. Treinen was burned by Jonah Heim to start the seventh then gave up another home run to Joe McCarthy before getting out of the inning.
HITTING REPORT: The Dodgers were held to four hits by the Rangers. … Will Smith was booed when his name was announced – spillover from the Oscars controversy his doppel-namer created. This Smith tripled off the wall in center field and scored on a sacrifice fly by Chris Taylor. … Freddie Freeman (single), Eddy Alvarez (single) and Hanser Alberto (double) had the Dodgers’ other hits.
UP NEXT: The Dodgers are off Friday. … Giants (TBD) vs. Dodgers (LHP Clayton Kershaw), Saturday, 12:05 p.m., at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz., SportsNet LA, 570 AM
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) _ SuperCom Ltd. (SPCB) on Thursday reported a loss of $5.4 million in its fourth quarter.
The Tel Aviv, Israel-based company said it had a loss of 32 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 1 cent per share.
The traditional and digital identity solutions provider posted revenue of $3 million in the period.
For the year, the company reported a loss of $10.1 million, or 38 cents per share. Revenue was reported as $12.3 million.
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) _ SuperCom Ltd. (SPCB) on Thursday reported a loss of $5.4 million in its fourth quarter.
The Tel Aviv, Israel-based company said it had a loss of 32 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 1 cent per share.
The traditional and digital identity solutions provider posted revenue of $3 million in the period.
For the year, the company reported a loss of $10.1 million, or 38 cents per share. Revenue was reported as $12.3 million.
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Mum vents her frustration after her $200 Woolworths home delivery order was left unattended on the street
- A busy mum was outraged after finding her Woolworths order on the street
- Rea, from Sydney, claims her grocery order was dumped outside her home
- Images show several packed bags waiting to be collected on the public path
- It follows after an elderly woman's grocery order was left in the pouring rain
- Woolworths apologised and has launched an investigation into the claims
An outraged shopper has slammed Woolworths after claiming her online grocery order worth almost $200 was dumped outside her house and left unattended.
Sydney mum-of-two Rea complained to the official Woolworths Facebook page, stating she couldn't believe what she found.
Images posted online show several plastic bags filled with food simply waiting on the street outside the busy mum's house.
Sydney mum-of-two Rea claims her Woolworths home delivery order was left on the street outside her home
Images posted online show several plastic bags filled with food simply waiting to be collected. Shocked at what she found, Rea wrote 'anyone' walking by could've claimed the goods for themselves
Shocked at what she found, Rea wrote 'anyone' walking by could've claimed the goods for themselves.
'I think your partner delivery driver service needs to be reconsidered or given appropriate training on how to deliver groceries to the front door,' she wrote.
'To say I'm annoyed is an understatement. Between a screaming baby, cooking dinner, cleaning and being lucky I hadn't left yet to pick my eldest son up from childcare, I find this.
'$190 worth of shopping left in the middle of the footpath for anyone to just take.'
In the comments Rea shared a second image along side the statement: 'There were double the amount of bags before I took the photo.'
The claims shocked other customers online and many were left in disbelief.
'I'm sorry for laughing but this is an absolute joke. In the middle of the footpath for people to trip over. Are they okay?' one person wrote.
A Woolworths spokesperson said the supermarket will investigate the incident.
'We pride ourselves on the service level of our home deliveries and we're disappointed to receive the customer's report,' the spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia.
'We've made contact with the customer and are awaiting further information.'
Daily Mail Australia understand Woolworths deliver thousands of online orders to customers nationwide daily.
It follows after84-year-old grandma, Doreen, was left embarrassed after her groceries were dumped in the rain 200 metres from her home
It follows after an 84-year-old grandma has been left embarrassed and confused when her Woolworths delivery was left 200m from her home, in the pouring rain.
By the time it was found it looked like it had been run over by a car, cans and bottles were flattened, chips crumpled and the bread was soggy.
Sydney grandma Doreen usually heads to the supermarket with her carer, but they couldn't come this week so her daughter ordered her groceries online.
They appeared to have been run over and had made a mess which the staff at the retirement village had to clean up
The groceries were also left in the rain, making most of them unsalvageable
The family use the service when they can't get shopping to the elderly woman any other way and it 'works most of the time'.
But last week's delivery ended up on the other side of the woman's retirement village, in front of a garage and in the rain.
Doreen's daughter Sam told FEMAIL the delivery was replaced after she complained to the supermarket giant but that it was 'beside the point'.
'Incidents like this push the price of groceries up for everyone,' she said.
Not to mention the incident left the elderly woman very upset.
'She was upset but more upset that staff from the retirement village she lives in had to clean it all up,' she said.
Sam posted photos on the retailer's Facebook page showing the damaged items and said the delivery driver 'hung up on her'.
'The driver did call but I could barely hear him and he kept saying unit 15 - I said to go the reception if he was lost but he hung up on me and about two minutes later I got a text saying they had been delivered,' she told FEMAIL.
The grandma had no other way to get her groceries delivered as her carer couldn't help out this week
In her Facebook post Sam said her mother's unit is 'clearly marked' so she couldn't understand how the driver had made such a big mistake.
'We had to clean up the mess and throw all bags away,' she said.
The supermarket giant has replaced the damaged groceries and has launched an investigation into the claims.
A Woolworths spokesperson said the delivery was 'disappointing' after issuing an apology for the incident.
'We pride ourselves on the service level of our home delivery option and we're disappointed to have missed the mark on this occasion,' the spokesperson told FEMAIL.
'We've been in contact with the customer to apologise and will be looking into this as a matter of urgency.'
The four bags of shopping looked soaked and beyond repair by the time they were found on the opposite side of the retirement village
Another shopper was left disappointed after the tubs they prepared for their order were ignored by the driver
The daughter thanked Woolworths for the replacement groceries and said she was looking forward to learn the outcome of the supermarket's investigation.
Other customers labelled the incident a 'disgrace' and felt for the woman.
'It's not like she can just pop out and grab more. Careless beyond words,' said one woman.
Others shared their own delivery fails, including one family whole left tubs with ice packs on their veranda for the delivery.
The driver put the bags next to the tubs on the verandah, prompting the customers to complain.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – As the Russian-Ukrainian war continues, a local business owner was looking for a way send help to the refugees fleeing from their homes in Ukraine.
“All of us in the community, you know, we’ve been watching everything go on in the news and I think all of us just felt a little bit helpless,” says McKenna Perkins, one of the organizers behind this drive.
She says their goal is to collect items that can then be used to build hygiene kits to send to the various gathering spots for the refugees in Moldova, Romania and Poland.
“We have toothbrushes, toothpastes, baby diapers, we have baby food, um, feminine hygiene pads,” she said. “There’s first aid kits. Really, there’s a pretty inclusive list of the things that the refugees are really in true need of.”
Donations are being accepted at the various D&L locations in Eastern Idaho, various schools in Idaho Falls school District #91 and Reed’s Dairy locations.
Seghiy “Gus” Stavynskyy is from Ukraine, and he says he’s thrilled by how his adopted community has come and rallied behind the cause to help out people they may never meet.
“It’s really it warms my heart seeing signs out of genuine refugees people care,” he said. “People want to do anything they can here to help the people in Ukraine, the refugees, it’s really heartwarming. And I really appreciate everything that people do here.”
The spearhead of the project, Krischelle Petersen, says she believes this drive truly offers a unique opportunity to give help to those in need.
“Being able to donate the hygiene items or the bedding items or the medical supplies is wonderful because you are you have a physical product and you know exactly what you’re donating,” she said.
Donations will be continued to be accepted at the various locations until April 9, where they will then be assembled into the kits. A full list of what is needed and where to go can be found here. The kits will be then assembled and sent on their way to Eastern Europe.
“We have arranged for a semi to be able to take these goods down to American Fork where they will be repackaged and/or prepared.”
Perkins and Petersen say the outreach of the community and the generosity in the area has left them truly in awe.
The post Local businesses and schools rally together to send aid to Ukrainian refugees appeared first on Local News 8.
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BOSTON (AP) — After a 15-year career in which he etched his name on the Stanley Cup and the Vezina Trophy, Tuukka Rask is focusing now on avoiding the rink.
“Don’t even go there. Not yet,” the retired Bruins goalie said Thursday night when asked if his daughters had taken up hockey. “They’re into dance and whatnot. If I have to go and spend my days at hockey rinks, so be it. But not really at the top of my list.”
A two-time All-Star, and the winner of the 2014 Vezina as the NHL’s top goalie, Rask announced his retirement last month after a setback in his attempt to come back from a torn labrum in his hip. The Bruins invited him back to drop the ceremonial first puck before Thursday night’s game against the New Jersey Devils, and again – perhaps for the last time – the chants of “Tuuuuk!” echoed through the TD Garden.
Rask took the ice with his wife, and their three daughters dressed for a ballet class. He bumped fists with the players on the Bruins bench while both teams tapped their sticks on the ice to salute him.
“I don’t know what the future holds,” Rask told reporters beforehand, saying that he would be showing up at games and golf outings as a team ambassador. “Maybe I’ll get into coaching. Maybe not, but for now, I’ll be hanging out with sponsors.”
The franchise’s all-time leader in wins, Rask helped the Bruins allow the fewest goals in the NHL in the pandemic-interrupted 2019-20 season, when Boston finished with the most points in the league. He injured his hip during the 2021 playoffs and worked his way back to the team midway through this season.
But after just four starts, he aggravated his injury on Jan. 24 against the Anaheim Ducks. Two weeks later, he announced he was through.
“It was kind of time to be honest with yourself,” he said. “I just figured it was better for everybody to call it. I had a great career. No regrets.”
While his hip still has some good days, Rask said no one could talk him out of retirement. His immediate future will involve as much golf as he can squeeze in between shuttling his daughters to dance class and school.
He may need a hip replacement at some point.
“It was at a point where it affected my everyday life,” Rask said. “I’m a guy who makes pretty quick decisions, anyway. So I wasn’t dwelling on it too long.”
Rask was 308-165-66 with a 2.28 goals-against average and .921 save percentage in a franchise-leading 564 games. He was the backup goalie for the Bruins team that won it all in 2011, and he led the team to Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2013 and ’19.
Although coaching is not in his plans, Rask said he would be available if Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman wants him.
“I told him right after I retired: Tell me if you need anything,” Rask said. “Just make sure you don’t get too high or too low.”
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PREMIERS: Bracknell enter the new season as reigning premiers following last year's breakthrough premiership in the NTFA premier division. Picture: Phillip Biggs
With pre-season done and dusted and the off-season player movement settled, the NTFA premier division is ready to get underway.
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Sports reporter at The Examiner. Focus on basketball and netball but occasionally rolls the arm over for some cricket coverage in the summer. Previously from Adelaide with a stint in Byron Bay. Get in touch: adam.daunt@examiner.com.au.
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CLEVELAND – The U.S. subsidiary of Thailand-based petrochemical giant PTT Global Chemical has repaid Ohio’s private economic development office $20 million after it failed to make an investment decision in 2020 on a proposed petrochemical plant in the state.
Spokespersons for both PTT Global Chemical America and JobsOhio said this week the company remains committed to building the multibillion-dollar project in southeast Ohio’s Belmont County as PTTGCA continues searching for an investment partner.
The $20 million was paid to Bechtel Corp. in 2019 to complete site engineering and site preparation for a plant that would convert ethane – a byproduct of natural gas drilling from the Utica and Marcellus shale fields – into different types of polyethylene, raw materials for products that range from plastic bottles to vehicle parts.
The project has been optimistically viewed as a potential economic development boost for an Appalachian region still struggling from the loss of manufacturing jobs decades ago. The plant, its backers say, would create thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of permanent positions and spawn a manufacturing renaissance along the Ohio River.
A similar $6 billion petrochemical plant built by Shell Chemical Appalachia LLC 30 miles northwest of Pittsburgh is scheduled to begin operations this year. Shell announced its final investment decision in 2016. News that PTTGC would partner with a Japanese company to build a petrochemical plant in Belmont County first surfaced in 2015, spurring talk of a regional petrochemical hub to take advantage of abundant supplies of ethane.
In an interview with The Associated Press this week, Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted expressed skepticism about whether the Ohio plant would be built.
“They can’t find a partner because of market conditions,” Husted said. “They’re the ones who made the promise on what they’re going to do, and it’s up to them.”
Husted said the site, which is owned by PTTCGA, would be attractive to other developers.
“There’s a lot of options for other end users,” Husted said. “The last thing I’m going to do is create a false hope. People in Appalachia have been promised a lot of things that businesses never delivered.”
PTTGCA spokesperson Dan Williamson said the company has invested $300 million in the project thus far and that company officials are committed to building the plant. He said there is no deadline for a decision on building it.
“If the company wasn’t still hopeful of this happening, they would not continue to invest in it,” Williamson said.
JobsOhio spokesperson Matt Englehart blamed the coronavirus pandemic for the delay in an investment decision that resulted in PTTGCA paying back the $20 million. A U.S. subsidiary of South Korea’s Daelim Industrial Co. withdrew as PTTGCA’s partner in July 2020.
JobsOhio, which is funded with profits from Ohio liquor sales, has provided an additional $50 million in grants and loans for developing the site where a FirstEnergy Corp. coal-burning power plant once stood.
“PTTGCA remains committed to the project, and JobsOhio and its partners continue to work closely with PTTGCA to bring the project to a positive final investment decision,” Englehart said in a statement, adding that PTTGCA is “actively pursuing investors.”
PTTGCA is “in the process” of resubmitting its expired air permit to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, Williamson said. The permit will reflect PTT Global Chemical’s commitment to reducing global emissions 20% by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050, he added.
The Ohio EPA recently renewed the company’s wastewater discharge permit.
Working in the company’s favor is that prices for polyethylene and other raw plastics have rebounded since a steep drop in 2020. Analysts say global demand for plastic products will continue to rise this decade.
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Overloaded boat with hundreds of Haitian migrants makes landfall in Florida Keys
The U.S. Border Patrol confirmed that a boat reportedly carrying about 300 Haitian migrants made landfall in the Florida Keys area on Sunday.
Chief Patrol Agent Walter N. Slosar, who is in charge of the Miami region, tweeted that the migrants were believed to be part of a smuggling operation.
Slosar said on Sunday that the boat was carrying approximately 300 migrants, many of whom were in need of medical attention. He specified that 163 of them swam to shore after the boat started to sink.
He shared two photos of the incident — one of the boat filled with migrants while they were in dire need of help and another with them on shore, wrapped in blue and white striped towels.
#BREAKINGNEWS: SMUGGLERS OVERLOAD VESSEL!#BorderPatrol agents & partner agencies are responding to another dangerous situation in the #FloridaKeys involving approx. 300 migrants…many in need of medical attention, 163 of them swam to shore. @USCGSoutheast @CBPAMORegDirSE pic.twitter.com/cK0fILl3fI
— Chief Patrol Agent Walter N. Slosar (@USBPChiefMIP) March 6, 2022
Videos shared by the U.S. Coast Guard showed agents taking part in a joint operation to assist the migrants. It said the incident took place off off Ocean Reef in Florida.
The Coast Guard said that “initial reports show that the people involved in this suspected smuggling venture are Haitian.”
In a statement on Twitter, The Coast Guard District Seven Lt. Cmdr. Jason Neiman said, “Our priority is keeping everyone safe after this dangerous voyage and grounding. Multiple agencies responded quickly and worked closely to protect a lot of lives today.”
Our priority is keeping everyone safe after this dangerous voyage and grounding. “Multiple agencies responded quickly & worked closely to protect a lot of lives today.” – Lt. Cmdr. Jason Neiman, #CoastGuard District Seven. @mcsonews @MyFWC @MiamiDadeFire pic.twitter.com/4SrZSgLShK
— USCGSoutheast (@USCGSoutheast) March 7, 2022
This comes after the political and economic conditions in Haiti have continued to deteriorate in the aftermath of the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse last July.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Coast Guard data shows that total interdictions across all of the agency’s districts are on track to match those in 2016. However it added that the maritime figures are small compared with those for attempted land crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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The strengthening of bilateral relations and common economic interests prompted Austria's Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg and Economics Minister Schramböck to visit Israel. The invasion of Russian troops in Ukraine as well as talks on the normalization process between Israel and several Arab states were on the agenda.
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The Israeli government received Austria's Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg and Economics Minister Schramböck. The aim of the trip was to strengthen bilateral relations and promote economic links.
The two ministers spent 2 days in Israel and had a busy program. In addition to a working meeting with the Israeli Foreign Minister and alternate Prime Minister Yair Lapid, the program also included the awarding of Austrian citizenship to 5 Israeli citizens in memory of the victims of National Socialism.
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Eliminating the federal excise tax on low-alcohol beer would be a boon to health-conscious consumers and beverage manufacturers alike, says MP Richard Cannings.
Cannings, who represents South Okanagan-West Kootenay, on Thursday introduced in the House of Commons a bill that would make it so and hopefully in time for release of the 2022 federal budget in April.
“Just like the other low-alcohol choices we find in grocery stores, low-alcohol beer is a health-conscious and increasingly popular choice that we should not deter,” said Cannings in a press release.
“As someone from what the Lonely Planet has dubbed the ‘Craft Beer Capital of Canada,’ I am encouraged that fixing this error would likely help expand domestic production of low-alcohol beer. The removal of the excise tax on low-alcohol beer should be a welcome and easy fix.”
Canada has three tiers of excise tax for beer, based on alcohol by volume.
Low-alcohol beer that’s packaged in Canada and typically found in grocery stores contains 0.5% alcohol and subject to an excise tax of $2.89 per 100 litres. Standard beers with 5% alcohol are taxed at $34.82 per 100 litres.
According to Cannings, the federal government collected approximately $1.1 million in excise tax on low-alcohol beer in 2020.
“Canadians might not be aware but brewing high-quality low- and no-alcohol beer is a complex and costly process. Fixing this issue will send a positive signal to the industry and over the long-term has the potential to improve the selection of no- and low-alcohol beer options available to consumers,” said Luke Chapman, vice-president of Beer Canada, in the release.
“We thank Mr. Cannings and his NDP colleagues for their support of the Canadian beer industry, and the 149,000 Canadians whose jobs are supported by beer.”
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Grammysmight be missing stars like Drake, The Weeknd and Kanye West as a performer, but the biggest night in music could still shine bright on the Las Vegas Strip.
The ceremony relocated to Las Vegas for the first-time ever with several artists who could have epic nights including Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo and Jon Batiste. The awards shifted from Los Angeles because of the rising COVID-19 cases and omicron variant in January. Sunday’s show will air live beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern on CBS and the Paramount+ streaming service.
Host Trevor Noah calls Las Vegas a “perfect place to have a celebration” with fans at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Last year, the Grammys had a music festival vibe with parts of the show held outdoors in an intimate in-person setting with music artists mixed with pre-taped performances.
Noah expects an entertaining show with several performers set to hit the stage including Rodrigo, Eilish, Lil Nas X, Jack Harlow, Brandi Carlile, Batiste, Silk Sonic, H.E.R., Chris Stapleton, Leslie Odom Jr. and Brothers Osborne. He said the awards will be a celebration of the music industry coming back to life.
“There’s an element of this (show) that’s like a music camp,” Noah said. “I think it’s going to bring a different energy, and I’m excited to be a part of it.”
It’s still unclear whether the Foo Fighters will take the stage following the recent death of its drummer Taylor Hawkins. The rock band – nominated for three Grammys – is scheduled to perform during the ceremony, but they recently canceled all upcoming concert dates.
The Grammys will continue to move forward without West, known as Ye, after news surfaced earlier this month that he wouldn’t perform at the show because of his “concerning online behavior.” The Weeknd is still boycotting the awards and Drake said he wanted no part in competing for a Grammy, withdrawing his two nominations.
The three popular performers will be missed, but the show will certainly go on.
The multitalented Jon Batiste enters the Grammys as the leading nominee with 11in a variety of genres including R&B, jazz, American roots music, classical and music video. Justin Bieber, Doja Cat and H.E.R. are tied for the second-most nominations with eight apiece.
The awards will introduce its expanded 10 nominees in three major genres — record, album and song of the year. The growing categories will make the competition stronger but could make choosing a winner a lot tougher.
For album of the year, the Recording Academy expanded the category’s eligibility for any featured artists, producers, songwriters and engineers — even if the music creator co-wrote one song on the project. That means there could be a large amount of winners on stage, depending on who wins.
For example, if Bieber’s “Justice” wins at the show, more than 50 creators could pack the stage. The same could be said for Ye, Doja Cat and H.E.R., who have a plethora of contributors.
But Eilish’s “Happier Than Ever” features songs written by the young star and her brother Finneas, who produced all of her tracks. Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga and Rodrigo are sitting in the same boat.
Harvey Mason jr., the academy’s CEO, said the number of creators in a category won’t dictate the winner.
Either way, Noah said he doesn’t mind.
“It’ll be great to see that moment,” he said. “You get to be on stage and celebrated for your work. I’m excited for that. I want to see 25 people on stage celebrating and sharing the love and joy for something they’ve done.”
Before the awards, the academy will hold a couple events including a tribute to Joni Mitchell at the MusiCares Person of the Yearon Friday night. Chaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper, Billy Porter and Beck are among those expected to perform.
On Saturday, Grammy winner John Legend will be honored during the academy’s Black Music Collective. The singer will receive his first-ever Recording Academy Global Impact Award for his personal and professional achievements in the music industry.
Legend will be celebrated with a performance by Summer Walker, D-Nice and MC Lyte as the voice for the evening. Jimmy Jam will be making remarks.
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BOSTON (AP) — After a 15-year career in which he etched his name on the Stanley Cup and the Vezina Trophy, Tuukka Rask is focusing now on avoiding the rink.
“Don’t even go there. Not yet,” the retired Bruins goalie said Thursday night when asked if his daughters had taken up hockey. “They’re into dance and whatnot. If I have to go and spend my days at hockey rinks, so be it. But not really at the top of my list.”
A two-time All-Star, and the winner of the 2014 Vezina as the NHL’s top goalie, Rask announced his retirement last month after a setback in his attempt to come back from a torn labrum in his hip. The Bruins invited him back to drop the ceremonial first puck before Thursday night’s game against the New Jersey Devils, and again – perhaps for the last time – the chants of “Tuuuuk!” echoed through the TD Garden.
Rask took the ice with his wife, and their three daughters dressed for a ballet class. He bumped fists with the players on the Bruins bench while both teams tapped their sticks on the ice to salute him.
“I don’t know what the future holds,” Rask told reporters beforehand, saying that he would be showing up at games and golf outings as a team ambassador. “Maybe I’ll get into coaching. Maybe not, but for now, I’ll be hanging out with sponsors.”
The franchise’s all-time leader in wins, Rask helped the Bruins allow the fewest goals in the NHL in the pandemic-interrupted 2019-20 season, when Boston finished with the most points in the league. He injured his hip during the 2021 playoffs and worked his way back to the team midway through this season.
But after just four starts, he aggravated his injury on Jan. 24 against the Anaheim Ducks. Two weeks later, he announced he was through.
“It was kind of time to be honest with yourself,” he said. “I just figured it was better for everybody to call it. I had a great career. No regrets.”
While his hip still has some good days, Rask said no one could talk him out of retirement. His immediate future will involve as much golf as he can squeeze in between shuttling his daughters to dance class and school.
He may need a hip replacement at some point.
“It was at a point where it affected my everyday life,” Rask said. “I’m a guy who makes pretty quick decisions, anyway. So I wasn’t dwelling on it too long.”
Rask was 308-165-66 with a 2.28 goals-against average and .921 save percentage in a franchise-leading 564 games. He was the backup goalie for the Bruins team that won it all in 2011, and he led the team to Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2013 and ’19.
Although coaching is not in his plans, Rask said he would be available if Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman wants him.
“I told him right after I retired: Tell me if you need anything,” Rask said. “Just make sure you don’t get too high or too low.”
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(KTLA) – The IRS on Wednesday reminded tax filers to claim any missing third-round stimulus payment on their 2021 income tax return.
The tax season gives eligible people who never got the $1,400 payment the chance to claim it.
Since the IRS is no longer issuing the Economic Impact Payments, people who are missing a stimulus payment, or got less than the amount they’re eligible for, will have to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2020 or 2021 federal tax returns, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
Most eligible people have already received their stimulus payments and won’t need to include anything about the payment when they file their 2021 tax return.
The IRS says it has issued more than 175 million third-round payments worth more than $400 billion to people across the country. Most of those payments were sent out in the spring and early summer of 2021.
Still, there are many who haven’t gotten their payments.
Authorities have identified 644,705 potentially eligible people who had not received payments totaling $1.6 billion, according to a report issued last week by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.
What to do if you never received the third payment
The IRS encourages residents to double check their bank accounts first to make sure they never got the third payment, especially in early spring and summer of 2021.
People can also access their IRS Online Account to view the total amount of the third-round Economic Impact Payment issued to them. For married couples filing jointly, each person will need to log into their own online account.
Once people confirm they never got the payment, and their IRS online accounts show a payment amount greater than $0, or if they got a Notice 1444-C or Letter 6475, they should contact the IRS as soon as possible to see if a payment trace is needed.
But they do not need to wait until their trace is complete to file their 2021 tax return, officials said.
When completing the Recovery Rebate Credit worksheet, taxpayers have two options: either use the amount on the Letter 6475 (or EIP 3 amount from the online account) to calculate the recovery rebate credit amount on line 30, or use the amount of stimulus payment the taxpayer believes they received to calculate the rebate credit amount on line 30. (Details on that can be found here.)
Those who contact the IRS to trace the stimulus payment amount will receive notification of the results. If it is found that the taxpayer didn’t get the money, the IRS will adjust the recovery rebate credit amount on the tax return and issue any refund.
If people make a mistake calculating the recovery rebate credit and claim an amount on line 30 for the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit, the IRS will have to correct the amount and send a notice about the changes made. If that happens, there may be a delay in processing the return, officials said.
What if I already filed my taxes?
An amended return may be needed to claim the credit if IRS records show no payment was issued.
For eligible people who didn’t claim a recovery rebate credit on their 2021 tax return (so line 30 is blank or $0), they will need to file a Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return to claim the remaining amount of stimulus money — if IRS records don’t show that they were issued a payment.
This includes people who think they didn’t get the full amount of their third-round Economic Impact Payment because their circumstances in 2021 were different than they were in 2020.
People trying to figure out if they should amend their original tax return can use this online tool.
More details on claim the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit can be found here.
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https://www.ktsm.com/news/local-news/never-got-the-3rd-1400-stimulus-payment-heres-what-to-do-when-filing-taxes/
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Kardashian fans reveal wild theory Kim got her ‘RIBS removed’ to shrink her tiny waist after spotting ‘clue’ in old pic
KIM Kardashian's fans have always thought she was bad to the bone.
But now many of them believe she's bad WITHOUT a bone - namely, her rib.
Fans have flocked to Reddit to pour over photographic evidence they say proves the reality star had a rib removed, in order to keep her trademark hourglass frame.
Under a topic page titled: "The body changes are just so drastic and unnatural. She was perfectly fine before!!" the debate raged.
"It’s so crazy to me how tiny her waist is in comparison," one person said in response to a series of snaps of Kim in a bikini.
"She’s always been pretty slim but her waist used to be so much wider than it is now.
"I think that rumor that she had ribs removed is way far out there, but how the hell did she get her waist so damn tiny like what surgery is that!!??"
Others agreed that Kim, now 41, looked healthier and more natural in her 20's, when she first became a star.
"When she did she become obsessed with the super tiny waist?? Looked fine before," one fan commented.
Another added: "Wow, she used to look so good. Hip dips and all, she actually looked normal."
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And one fan felt some of the pictures showed off Kim's animal instincts.
"The one where she is swinging North, she looks like a queen ant."
SKIM TIGHT
While Kim hasn't commented about her look either way, she has been slammed as out of touch for suggesting fans wear a skintight SKIMS top to WORK as an “office look.”
The SKIMS TikTok account recently shared a video that showed a model trying on the tight long sleeve top.
In the clip, the model showed how the same top could be worn for a “date night,” “to the office” and a “weekend hike.”
While the top was paired with a tiny skirt for the date night option and biker shorts for the hike, Kim’s brand suggested customers wear the top with camouflage pants to work.
Shortly after the brand shared the video, Keeping Up With the Kardashians fans rushed to Reddit to shut down the idea that the top is work appropriate.
SKIM-APPROPRIATE
Alongside a screenshot from the clip, the initial Reddit user wrote: "THIS IS A OFFICE LOOK??"
The backlash continued as another added: "Tell me you never worked in an office without telling me you’ve never worked in an office."
A third chimed in: "I’m getting a talking from HR if I wore that."
While one person joked the outfit is only work appropriate for "the school counselor at Euphoria High," another added: "It’s because they’re so out of touch with reality that they think this is an appropriate office look."
"Imagine HR having to figure out how to tell you to wear a bra so your nips aren’t showing. And sending a memo that a** cracks shouldn’t be visible," a following fan commented.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The remains of a U.S. Army private from Ohio who died in Germany during a World War II offensive have been identified, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Thursday.
The agency confirmed the positive identification last year of Army Pfc. William L. Groh, Jr., 22, of Tiffin.
Groh's unit was part of the Hürtgen Forest offensive when he was reported wounded in action on Nov. 13, 1944, the last day his unit saw him, the agency said.
German forces never listed Groh as a prisoner of war and the government presumptively declared him dead the following year. His remains were declared unrecoverable in 1947.
Groh was identified after a historian with the accounting agency studying unrecovered losses from Hurtgen determined that a set of remains found by a forester and buried at Ardennes American Cemetery might be Groh.
Scientists from the accounting agency and the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System identified Groh with dental and anthropological analysis, circumstantial and material evidence, and mitochondrial DNA analysis.
Groh will be buried in Phoenix.
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Which iPad case is best?
When you purchase something with a high price tag like a tablet, you want to be sure it’s protected from falls, spills and other mishaps. Beyond protection, many users also purchase iPad cases that offer additional benefits like stands, keyboards, trackpads and storage solutions. Depending on your priorities, you may prefer one type of case to the next, though most buyers can find one to accommodate their needs, preferences and budgets.
The Logitech Combo Touch for iPad offers a keyboard and adjustable stand, making it a great pick for most buyers.
What to know before you buy an iPad case
Your iPad
Determining what iPad cases work for you depends mostly on the type of iPad you have, as well as how you usually use it. You can find iPad cases for all of Apple’s iPad models, though they range in size depending on which iPad version you have. Cases also vary in the features and styles they offer, so you’ll want to choose one based on how you use your iPad.
Types of iPad cases
There are different types of iPad cases that offer varying benefits.
- Protective shell: For the utmost protection, protective shells wrap around the sides and back of an iPad to protect the screen from drops and falls. Shell cases come in a range of materials, though they don’t typically cover the screen.
- Sleeve: Sleeves for iPads are great for backpack and bag transportation, preventing scratches and boasting a lightweight design. A sleeve is less protective than a shell case from drop and fall damage.
- Folio: Folio cases fold over an iPad’s screen, not unlike a book cover. These offer a balance of protection from falls and from scratches. High-end folio cases may also include extra features such as keyboards and trackpads.
Material
You can find iPad cases in a wide range of materials that vary in protectiveness, weight and style. The most common materials for cases include hard plastic and polyurethane, though you can find several others. Plastic and polyurethane cases are known for their durability and protective qualities, while other materials may offer more stylish looks.
What to look for in a quality iPad case
Compatibility
Apple’s iPads are made in different sizes, so it’s important to choose a case compatible with your generation. The standard iPad has remained the same size since the iPad 2, so as long as you have a newer generation than that, it will fit with a range of cases. Apple’s iPad Pro, Air and Mini models differ in size from each other and older generations, so it’s important to check what version and generation your case is designed for.
Adjustable stand
Most iPad cases include a stand, while premium cases include multiple positions to adjust the stand to. Most buyers prefer a case with an adjustable stand because they let users customize the tablet’s angle to work best, no matter where they are.
Features
Other features to look out for include tools such as keyboards and trackpads. These are great tools for professionals on the go, or others who often use a keyboard and trackpad. Another common feature found on iPad cases is storage for the Apple Pencil, which can be useful if you have the tool.
How much you can expect to spend on an iPad case
For most iPad cases, you can expect to spend around $20. You can buy cheap iPad cases for as low as $12, while high-end cases can cost over $150.
iPad case FAQ
Can iPad cases fit all iPads?
A. Cases for iPads aren’t universal. To choose the right case, you’ll need to measure your iPad, or base your purchase on the model of iPad you have — whether it’s the standard iPad, iPad Pro, iPad Air or iPad Mini. Standard iPads are the same size for generations 2, 3 and 4, while the newest generations of the iPad Air, iPad Pro and iPad Mini are all sized differently than their predecessors.
Are iPad cases compatible with the Magic Keyboard?
A. Most iPad cases are not compatible with the Magic Keyboard. Magic Keyboards act as cases themselves, though some buyers want something more protective to go along with the combination case. You can find a few products claiming to work with Apple’s Magic Keyboard, though the reviews reveal issues that you may or may not be able to put up with.
What’s the best iPad case to buy?
Top iPad case
What you need to know: This premium case includes a backlit keyboard and a trackpad, as well as four use modes using the adjustable kickstand.
What you’ll love: This ergonomic case is protective and the keyboard and trackpad are more responsive than others. In addition to its many standing positions, this iPad case includes an Apple Pencil storage slot.
What you should consider: Some found that the keyboard comes off a bit too easily.
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Top iPad case for the money
Fintie Faux Leather Rotating Case and Stand For iPad
What you need to know: This simple rotating case features an elegant faux leather material and lets users stand the iPad either vertically or horizontally.
What you’ll love: This case includes two landscape viewing angles and one portrait angle, as well as an Apple Pencil holder. It also includes an easy rotation mechanism for switching between orientations. This iPad case is available in 33 colors and designs.
What you should consider: This case is heavier than most others, and it doesn’t include a keyboard.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Otterbox Symmetry Series Clear Shell Case for iPad
What you need to know: This offers one of the more protective case designs, and its transparency makes it perfect for those wanting to see the iPad’s natural beauty.
What you’ll love: This case is about as protective as they come, and it includes a useful loop for storing the Apple Pencil. This works great with magnetic covers like the Smart Folio because of its removable spine and lack of screen coverage.
What you should consider: This case doesn’t cover the tablet’s screen, and it’s a lot thicker than other cases.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Hillsborough Township Police Officer Richard Tichenor received a proclamation in honor of his heroic actions during Tropical Storm Ida last year.
Tichenor was awarded a Medal of Merit after he braved neck-deep water to rescue a woman from the top of her submerged vehicle on Sept. 1, 2021, according to a proclamation read during the March 22 committee meeting.
Tichenor was dispatched to Mountainview Road for a report of vehicles submerged in the flooded roadway and people trapped in their vehicles, according to the proclamation. He observed Kristen Sikorski trapped on the roof of her submerged vehicle, and due to the water rising quickly, Tichenor was unable to wait for additional support and initiated a water rescue with the victim’s husband, Joseph Samec, an off-duty Montgomery Township police officer.
Tichenor positioned himself in neck deep water, allowing Samec to swim to his wife.
Tichenor then pulled both Sikorski and Samec out of the rising waters.
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Tommy Thompson, just weeks removed from leading the University of Wisconsin System, met with former President Donald Trump on Thursday for a talk about “Wisconsin politics,” a former aide said.
Thompson was elected to four terms as Wisconsin's governor, and earlier this year declined to rule out another bid. Thompson, 80, spent almost two years atop the university system before leaving earlier this month.
Bill McCoshen, a former chief of staff to Thompson when he served as governor, said the two met at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
“The primary topic was Wisconsin politics," McCoshen said. “They talked about the gubernatorial race, the Senate race and what it will take to win in Wisconsin. The topic of running for governor may have come up, but the purpose was to talk about Wisonsin politics more broadly.”
A Trump spokesman did not respond to a request for comment.
McCoshen said he expected Thompson to make a decision in April. The primary is in August. Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, businessman Kevin Nicholson and state Rep. Timothy Ramthun are Republicans vying to take on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Thompson was first elected to the Legislature in 1966 and was first elected governor in 1986. He resigned midway through his fourth term to serve as Health and Human Services secretary under then-President George W. Bush, and ran briefly for president in 2008.
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