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The latest show from Leith-based Citadel Arts Group, a performed reading of Nan & Rita and the Dear Departed, by local writer Carolyn Linclon, will see Hall reunited with Estrid Barton in the titular roles on Wednesday, April 27, for a lunchtime show.
Directed by Adam Tomkins, the lively new comedy is the pandemic postponed follow-up to the first Nan & Rita play, Nan & Rita and the Holy Grail, which was well-received in 2018.
Citadel's artistic director Liz Hare, says, “It's great to have Lynne back in the company for the second Nan & Rita play. She and Estrid bring star quality to the two outrageous Scots widows who refuse to grow old gracefully.
She adds, "We'd also like to say we are really grateful to Lynne for saving the day and stepping into the shoes of an actor with Covid last September, when she took over double roles in our production, The Aliens, playing a Leith and a Scots Italian mother.”
Hall, who was born and has spent most of her adult life in Edinburgh, is no stranger to Leith where she has lived on three occasions. She adds, “The Dockers is a great place, at the heart of the community and I'm delighted to be performing there for the people of Leith, my favourite area in the city.
“I was keen to perform in the second Nan & Rita play because of my affection for the Citadel Arts Group. I like the way they support the local community, encourage new writers and give work to Edinburgh actors.
“I also really like Carolyn Lincoln's writing. The first Nan & Rita play was very funny so I took the opportunity to perform the second script with both hands. Plays about strong Scottish female characters are my thing.”
This lunchtime performance of Nan & Rita and the Dear Departed is part of Citadel's popular Play, Pie and Dockers Pint series - audiences arrive at 12.30pm for a pie and drink followed by the performance at 1pm, however, Hare cautions, “Make sure you allow for extra travelling time because of the current tram works.”
Over the years, Leith-based registered charity Citadel Arts Group has sought to encourage older writers and creatives to take professionally-produced drama and new writing to places and people other Scottish drama doesn’t usually reach.
The group believes that theatre is a total experience that begins with the creation of a script with partners the Workers’ Educational Association, grows in rehearsal, and culminates in a stage performance which touches and challenges audiences while nurturing, inspiring and promoting creative growth across the generations.
Tickets for Nan & Rita and the Dear Departed at Leith Dockers Club, Academy Street, priced £8 (£6), are available from [email protected] or at the door, subject to availability.
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If you have questions which are specifically related to any work being done during this project by the city departments mentioned. When contact details cannot also include any problems that are being worked due on and your queries get respondent back or if any new ideas have generated then do contact this team on Monday, or during week ends from16 September as stated through news letters\nQs About City Intranete Web Page\nQ’s/ comments about: If I see an announcement of vac MUSKEGON, Mich. — A judge ordered Howling Timbers Animal Sanctuary to give up all the wolf dogs in its care.
A Muskegon County judge made the ruling on Thursday, citing a number of state law violations the organization has made over the years.
RELATED: Future uncertain for Howling Timbers Animal Sanctuary as owners face charges
The state's investigation into Howling Timbers began in 2020 after reports that one of its wolf dogs injured a child and another volunteer.
The DNR later found the organization, which houses more than 40 wolf dogs, was not properly licensed.
MORE: Hearing held on future of Muskegon wolf-dog sanctuary
The owners, Brenda and James Pearson, have 21 days to appeal the judge's decision.
It's unclear exactly what'll happen to the animals in their care.
Howling Timbers began operating in the early 1990s as one of the few places in Michigan able to take in wolf dogs. Their operations and efforts have grown over the years, particularly after Michigan state law changed in 2000, making it illegal to own any sort of dog-wolf cross as a residential pet.
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A poll of 2,000 adults revealed that 75 per cent of Brits confessed bad sleep ruins their holiday.
Only 12 per cent claim to sleep well in hotel beds due to the pillows, with nearly a third ( 29 per cent) resorting to bringing their own pillows on holiday with them.
The research has led to a newly created dream role - the hunt is on for a Chief Pillow Officer to test pillows over 52 two-night stays at a variety of top UK hotels.
The professional pillow tester will help inform holidaymakers’ decision making - by snoozing on the job.
The successful applicant will get paid £100 for each stop over in exchange for comments on the size and firmness of the hotels’ pillows.
They will also be asked to give hotels, including Luton Hoo, The Chester Grosvenor & Spa, The Chesterfield Mayfair and the Carnoustie Golf Hotel & Spa, a star rating based solely on the pillows.
Reviews are important
This comes as 59 per cent of those polled by hotel booking platform hoo admit they get a better night’s kip at home instead.
And 51 per cent would consider booking a different hotel if they read a negative review about how someone slept poorly at the hotel.
While nearly a third (31 per cent) have even asked a hotel concierge to change their pillows because they were not to their liking.
Sleep is so important to travellers on a trip away, that 40 per cent would even check out of a hotel and look for another if the sleeping arrangements weren’t up to scratch.
The perfect amount of sleep on holiday is eight hours, according to 42 per cent of OnePoll respondents, while 49 per cent named two pillows as their ideal number to sleep on.
Poor quality pillows also beat holidaymaker gripes such as over-indulging in the hotel buffet, thick blankets, early sunrise and being unable to switch off from work, with 23 per cent blaming unsuitable pillows for having a bad night’s sleep on holiday.
Hoo, which lets travellers make an online offer for a better deal on hotel rooms, devised the opportunity after a turbulent two years where many saw trips cancelled in a bid to help them have a restful night’s sleep when they do get away.
Co-founder Adrian Murdock said: "We want to give customers a more informed choice when it comes to picking their stay.
"This role is the real deal and the winning candidate will be a part of the Customer Experience Team at hoo, where their vital on-location dispatches will inform our customer's decision making, when it comes to them booking their own holiday.
“We really want to understand what guests are experiencing in some of Britain’s best hotels and what better way to do so than to get out on the road and deliver insider knowledge on which hotels will provide you with the best night’s sleep.”
Applications need to submit a 150-word review of their own pillows before 29 April on hoo’s website or on LinkedIn.
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Ahead of last Sunday’s derby at Ibrox, Giakoumakis said that Celtic’s squad is “the best in the league” and that “we're better in every single part of the team".
That provoked a response from Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack, who said the comments were “disrespectful”.
Celtic went on to win the game 2-1 and asked if he felt vindicated by the result, Giakoumakis responded: "I didn't make these comments to make anyone angry or feel disrespected by me. I said what I was believing for my team.
"I believe this time that we played better as a team, that is the only thing I said. I can say also now that we play very good football and I believe in my team.
"Every player can say that his team is the best, I don't think this is bad. From now on we have to win the games and do our job."
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The decision was taken after Thursday’s second circuit in an event scheduled for 72 holes was cancelled due to bad weather in the north-east, where Blairgowrie’s Connor Graham had set the pace with a five-under 66.
Scottish Golf head of events Fraser Munro said: “As a result of having no play today and, in the interests of getting as many tournament rounds played as possible, the cut has been brought forward and implemented after 18 holes, meaning the top 40 and ties will progress to tomorrow where we hope, weather permitting, to be able to complete 36 holes as scheduled.
“The decision has not been taken lightly and all options were considered, including reducing the tournament to 36 holes with all competitors playing 36 holes or extending the cut line to 60 plus ties.
“However, in both these scenarios, the margin of error from a time perspective would have been so fine, that it would have jeopardised the potential for completing the event.
“We understand that this decision will be disappointing for many of the competitors and indeed everyone at Scottish Golf is frustrated that the weather has impacted this event, however we have tried to make the best decision possible based on the information we have.
“We would like to thank all competitors for their patience and understanding under such difficult circumstances.”
The second round of the Scottish Girls’ Open proceeded as planned at Irvine Bogside.
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It is a distance that the six-time Olympic medallist signalled that he was attempting merely as a personal benchmark this week as gears up for a treble tilt in the months ahead at world, European and Commonwealth honours.
However he clocked 4:09.18 to finish almost five seconds clear and top the all-time UK rankings over his third individual distance.
And Scott, who also grabbed the Commonwealth record in slashing his previous best by six seconds, said: “It’s the first one I’ve done, with some good preparation and it’s good to get an gauge of where I’m at. I knew I’d be around that but I’m happy with that.
“This is the year after the Olympics so I’m looking to try out different events for long course. I really enjoy testing myself in different events.”
The 24-year-old pulled out of the 100m freestyle – the distance where he will head to this summer’s Commonwealth Games as the defending champion.
In his absence, Lewis Burras was just one-hundredth of a second outside Scott’s British record with a time of 47.88 secs that saw off Olympic 200m champion Tom Dean.
But Scott said: “The 100 free is one that I’ve got to keep battling at. We’ve got so much depth in Britain. It’s exciting to be part of those relay teams. That’s not one that’s getting dropped.”
Teen prospect Evie Davis claimed her first senior medal in the women’s 50m freestyle, taking bronze as Anna Hopkin claimed victory. But the 17-year-old, who edged ahead of fellow Scots Emma Russell and Lucy Hope, was two-hundreds of a second outside Scotland’s qualifying mark for the Commonwealths.
“It’s a bit annoying to be honest,” she said. “It’s off my personal best but it was a decent enough swim, definitely the best I’ve swum so far this season. So I am happy with it.
“I’ve the 100m free tomorrow so I’m looking to keep building on my performances this week. I’m also doing the 400m freestyle. That was just for fun but I think I might regret that decision.”
Scott’s Stirling team-mate Keanna Macinnes ducked under the Birmingham consideration time in taking silver in the 200m butterfly in 2:10.02 behind Laura Stephens. Elsewhere, Welshman Dan Jervis prevailed in the men’s 1500m freestyle.
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With that in mind and conscious of an arduous schedule, Mike Blair has chosen to make nine changes to his side for the match at the DAM Health Stadium.
Out go seven international players as Blair tries to manage workloads and blood young talent.
Mark Bennett, James Lang, Emiliano Boffelli, Blair Kinghorn, Ben Vellacott, WP Nel and Hamish Watson are replaced by Matt Currie, Cammy Hutchison, Ramiro Moyano, Jaco van der Walt, Henry Pyrgos, Luan de Bruin and Conor Boyle. Nel is on the bench but the other six won’t be involved.
There is also a back-row reshuffle which sees Magnus Bradbury move from six to No 8, with Glen Young - usually a lock - coming into the team at openside flanker. Ben Muncaster is missing with a knee injury. The other change is Marshall Sykes replacing Pierce Phillips in the second row.
“Managing these games, and the players, the fact that we just got back from South Africa on Monday afternoon following a Friday night game, it’s difficult,” admitted Blair, who said that Kinghorn and Watson had been omitted due to their heavy involvement with Scotland during the Six Nations and then Edinburgh’s two United Rugby Championship matches in South Africa.
“We don’t want to give guys opportunities just because they are contracted to Edinburgh and should get an opportunity. We want to give guys opportunities because of what they’ve done in training, because of their attitude, because of their investment in making themselves better and adding to the group.
“So, the guys coming in, we feel they do that. Cammy Hutch and Matt Currie in the centres, brilliant to have them playing. I think when they’ve played they’ve been really impressive for us, but at the same time James Lang, Chris Dean and Mark Bennett have played well for us as well. So, it is a great chance for that pair to stick their hand up. There’s still a lot of class there.
“It is a challenge for Cammy, going up against Jale Vatubua, and Matt is looking forward to getting some game-time as well, so it is a nice opportunity for them.”
Edinburgh have impressed in the Challenge Cup, beating Saracens away before being edged out by London Irish in Brentford. They then thrashed Brive 66-3 at home and will win Pool C if they defeat Pau on Friday.
That would likely mean a visit from Bath in the last 16, unless Biarritz beat Toulon on Saturday night which would muddy the waters and open up the possibility of Edinburgh playing at home against the Challenge Cup ninth seeds which could be Worcester, Benetton, Perpignan, Saracens or Brive, depending on results this weekend.
History is on Edinburgh’s side. They are unbeaten in their last 17 home games in the pool stage of the Challenge Cup, winning 16 and drawing one (against Bordeaux-Bègles in November 2019). Pau, meanwhile, have lost eight of their last nine away games in the competition, with a 47-19 win against Italy’s Rugby Calvisano the only positive.
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With that in mind and conscious of an arduous schedule, Mike Blair has chosen to make nine changes to his side for the match at the DAM Health Stadium.
Out go seven international players as Blair tries to manage workloads and blood young talent.
Mark Bennett, James Lang, Emiliano Boffelli, Blair Kinghorn, Ben Vellacott, WP Nel and Hamish Watson are replaced by Matt Currie, Cammy Hutchison, Ramiro Moyano, Jaco van der Walt, Henry Pyrgos, Luan de Bruin and Conor Boyle. Nel is on the bench but the other six won’t be involved.
There is also a back-row reshuffle which sees Magnus Bradbury move from six to No 8, with Glen Young - usually a lock - coming into the team at openside flanker. Ben Muncaster is missing with a knee injury. The other change is Marshall Sykes replacing Pierce Phillips in the second row.
“Managing these games, and the players, the fact that we just got back from South Africa on Monday afternoon following a Friday night game, it’s difficult,” admitted Blair, who said that Kinghorn and Watson had been omitted due to their heavy involvement with Scotland during the Six Nations and then Edinburgh’s two United Rugby Championship matches in South Africa.
“We don’t want to give guys opportunities just because they are contracted to Edinburgh and should get an opportunity. We want to give guys opportunities because of what they’ve done in training, because of their attitude, because of their investment in making themselves better and adding to the group.
“So, the guys coming in, we feel they do that. Cammy Hutch and Matt Currie in the centres, brilliant to have them playing. I think when they’ve played they’ve been really impressive for us, but at the same time James Lang, Chris Dean and Mark Bennett have played well for us as well. So, it is a great chance for that pair to stick their hand up. There’s still a lot of class there.
“It is a challenge for Cammy, going up against Jale Vatubua, and Matt is looking forward to getting some game-time as well, so it is a nice opportunity for them.”
Edinburgh have impressed in the Challenge Cup, beating Saracens away before being edged out by London Irish in Brentford. They then thrashed Brive 66-3 at home and will win Pool C if they defeat Pau on Friday.
That would likely mean a visit from Bath in the last 16, unless Biarritz beat Toulon on Saturday night which would muddy the waters and open up the possibility of Edinburgh playing at home against the Challenge Cup ninth seeds which could be Worcester, Benetton, Perpignan, Saracens or Brive, depending on results this weekend.
History is on Edinburgh’s side. They are unbeaten in their last 17 home games in the pool stage of the Challenge Cup, winning 16 and drawing one (against Bordeaux-Bègles in November 2019). Pau, meanwhile, have lost eight of their last nine away games in the competition, with a 47-19 win against Italy’s Rugby Calvisano the only positive.
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Smith’s death at the age of 50 prompted an outpouring of tributes and testimonials for an outstanding rugby player whose human qualities matched his abilities on the field.
Blair, who broke into the national side when the prop was one of the senior pros, was clearly upset as he remembered a player described by Sir Ian McGeechan as “the greatest Scotland player of the professional era”.
“You can see through the tributes on social media about the type of character he was,” said the Edinburgh coach. “Some of it is about the quality of the player, but a lot of it is about the quality of the man.
“If he spoke, it was generally something important or passionate, or something that had frustrated him. He was an incredibly well respected player and man, and great around his family.”
Edinburgh Rugby will hold a minute’s applause in memory of Smith ahead of their European Challenge Cup match against Pau on Friday night. The 61-times capped forward had a spell coaching Edinburgh’s pack, initially under Rob Moffat, and Stuart McInally spoke to the squad on Thursday about Smith’s legacy.
“Stuart addressed the guys this morning and spoke really well about the impact Tom had and we felt it was appropriate as a club to mark that,” continued Blair.
“Personally, I’m so sad to hear the news. He was someone I played with and we kept in touch over text messages. I knew a couple of weeks ago that he was struggling and sent him a message and he was back to me within two minutes, thinking of other people. It’s a big loss.”
Smith was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer in 2019 and bore the disease with typical humility, becoming an ambassador for the cancer charity 40tude which strives to improve early detection.
Blair was in Japan as part of Gregor Townsend’s Scotland coaching team when he learned of the bleak prognosis.
“I remember it really clearly, when Gregor told us at the World Cup in 2019 about his diagnosis and the outlook. It was stage four and the time on it was months. The fight he has shown over three years….”
Blair has fond memories of Smith as a team-mate at the 2003 World Cup in Australia, mostly notably when the loosehead scored a late try to rescue Scotland from defeat against Fiji. But his impact off the pitch was equally important.
“His chat before the 2005 Scotland-England game when the coaches had left the room was a moment I remember,” said the coach.
“Around that time we were having a little bit of a struggle under Matt Williams and the results hadn’t been too positive and Tom pulled the guys together and really galvanised them before that game.
“He just did things in a nice way. He was such a decent human being. He just wanted to help the team and push us on.”
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By Fran Golden
Apr 7, 2022
Photo by Fran Golden
Go for the penguins, stay for the gorgeous landscapes and first-person education on climate change.
With huge pent-up demand after the pandemic, you’d be wise to book sooner than later.
I imagined that a trip to Antarctica would be snow and ice and more snow and ice. But instead, when I set foot on the continent for the first time this past January, on a sailing organized by luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent, I disembarked from a bobbing inflatable Zodiac onto rocky beach surrounded by brown volcanic landscapes.
The scene might have been Hawai‘i were it not for a greeting party of Adélie and gentoo penguins set against a backdrop of glaciers and icebergs. Dozens of adult penguins bugled at each other as they waddled into the Antarctic Sound on fishing expeditions—or perhaps cooling off from Southern Hemisphere summer temperatures that were in the high 30s—while their chicks stayed ashore, awaiting their meals. It was noisy, smelly, buzzing, and thrilling.
Such amazing moments are among the many reasons for venturing as far south as you can get, to the seventh continent. True to my initial stereotype, Antarctica is full of ice and monolithic icebergs. There are also Weddell seals that live farther south than any other mammal and huge leopard seals that like to feed on penguins. Depending on the polar class of your ship, you may also sail through or land on ice floes in a place where the only humans around are those who reside at country-flagged research stations such as the U.S.’s Amundsen-Scott. Antarctica is one of the most barren and awe-inspiring places I have ever been.
Even on a modern cruise ship, Antarctica is not an easy trip. Travel typically includes several flights to get down to Ushuaia, in Tierra del Fuego at the bottom of Argentina, and additional hotel nights precruise if you fly first to Buenos Aires; you may have to cruise a full week before you actually get to the continent. Getting there in most cases involves sailing the notorious Drake Passage, so rough at times it’s nicknamed the “Drake Shake” (fortunately on our sailing it was more like the calmer “Drake Lake”).
Regular wake-up calls before 7 a.m. so you can witness penguins and other creatures before exploring the coast by Zodiac in the afternoon, bundling up in polar jackets and boots, and slippery wet landings are all part of the action-packed Antarctica expedition experience. There is plenty of down time too, which travelers can use to recover from all the activity and to reflect on what they’ve seen.
Minimizing your impact on the fragile environment of Antarctica is a requirement for visiting, set by the Antarctic Treaty. Visitors must follow the rules, which include remaining on approved paths and refraining from disturbing the animals or stepping on the precious moss, lichen, or seagrass that grows during the summer.
But it’s all worth it.
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Add South Georgia to your White Continent itinerary and you will land among scenes dominated by king penguins the size of three- or four-year-old humans. At St. Andrews Bay, my fellow cruise passengers and I found ourselves mingling in a colony of 100,000 nesting pairs stretching far into the distance. Despite being an experienced adventure traveler, I was completely gobsmacked by what I was witnessing.
There are many compelling reasons to visit Antarctica now. For one, if you have an expert team of naturalists, biologists, geologists, historians, and ornithologists onboard your ship, as we did with A&K, you will gain a greater understanding of the effects of climate change and the dire warnings presented by the rapidly melting Antarctica ice sheet.
For another, a new flock of expedition ships has launched that are more ecofriendly than their predecessors and also a lot more comfortable than the converted icebreakers of yore. You can now do real luxury in Antarctica, without sacrificing the adventure aspect of the journey—these sleek vessels are able to go faster and farther than ever before.
The fact that there are now more ships in the region means that the season has been expanded to stretch from late October into March, which allows passengers to have a wide array of experiences depending on the month they visit as the continent’s ice melts and moves. For instance, my January trip featured such a multitude of penguins because we traveled during nesting season (mid-December to early February). October and November are spring mating season. As temperatures lower toward the Arctic fall (mid-February to March), birds retreat to the sea.
If you are thinking of cruising in Antarctica this coming season (or even the next), you’d be wise to book now for the best choice of cabins and itineraries. There is huge pent-up demand after the pandemic shut down sailings for much of 2020 and 2021.
Here’s a rundown of some of the top ship options, tour operators, and travel companies for traveling to Antarctica and what makes each stand out.
Best for inclusions
New line Atlas Ocean Voyages debuted its 184-passenger polar-class World Navigator last season, and this year adds sister ship World Traveller. On both, you embark on Zodiacs, paddleboards, and kayaks from a mud room, and you can get a massage in L’Occitane’s first seagoing spas. If you stay in a top suite, you’ll receive butler service. While most new ships steer toward contemporary decor, here the theme is 1940s splendor.
9 nights from $10,399 per person
Best for staying active
While Norwegian line Hurtigruten’s Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen (both named for Norwegian explorers) don’t make pretenses at luxury, the line is expert at polar travel and the ships reflect that, including their environmental sensibility. Both ships lower their CO2 footprint with hybrid-electric engines that allow them to run for several hours on batteries, reducing emissions by 20 percent. Carrying up to 500 passengers in Antarctica, the line gets creative with activities that include snowshoeing and an opportunity to camp overnight on the ice. Kids age seven and up are welcome aboard.
15 nights from $10,038 per person (up to half-off for kids)
Best for onboard extras
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Nestle under the duvet of a comfortable double bed and gaze at the stars on Lindblad Expeditions’ new 126-passenger National Geographic Endurance or National Geographic Resolution. The ships are equipped with a pair of geodesic glass igloos on the top deck where guests are invited to overnight. With a cutting-edge X-Bow design and state-of-the-art engines, the ships also reduce key emissions by more than 70 percent.
13 nights, from $15,380 per person
Best for sustainability
French line Ponant’s 270-passenger Le Commandant Charcot can sail up to eight hours on zero-emissions energy. The rest of the time, the luxury ship runs on cleaner liquified natural gas. The icebreaker’s ice-class rating allows it to go further than most other ships sailing in Antarctica. It proved that in February by breaking a record in reaching the closest geographic latitude to the South Pole (in the Ross Sea).
11 nights from $18,330 per person
Best for learning itinerary
Abercrombie & Kent has 30 years’ experience in Antarctica and it shows. The company’s annual December and January sailings on Ponant’s upscale Le Lyrial are limited to 199 guests and staffed by one of the most experienced teams of nature experts in the business. Turn it into a family adventure with kids ages seven and older welcome onboard (with reduced pricing for those up to 18). An 18-day “Antarctica, South Georgia and Falklands” photo-themed sailing includes additional lectures with professional photographers and generous hands-on advice whether you have an iPhone or the latest camera equipment with the biggest telephoto lens.
17 nights from $19,995 per person
Best for most-anticipated new ship
The 264-passenger Seabourn Venture, Seabourn’s first purpose-built expedition ship, is set to debut in Antarctica this year, adding to the market luxurious suites with verandas, cuisine by Thomas Keller (of French Laundry fame), high design, and high-touch attention to guests from a 26-person expedition team that will lead expeditions by Zodiac, kayak, and submarine.
9 nights from $13,199 per person
Best for fun perks
Australian brand Scenic’s posh “discovery yacht,” the 228-passeger Scenic Eclipse is big on amenities—there are two six-passenger Airbus helicopters for flightseeing, landings, and heli-skiing treks; a six-passenger submarine for exploring under the sea; a yoga studio; French and sushi restaurants; and butler service. When you are not busy with all that, belly up to the 110-bottle whiskey bar.
12 nights from $17,395 per person
Best for fly-in options
There is a shortcut to Antarctica that allows for a quick trip and avoids the dreaded Drake Passage. Ultraluxury line Silversea and adventure line Quark Expeditions have itineraries where you fly from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island, one of the South Shetland Islands. From there, it’s a relatively short sail to the Antarctic Peninsula. Silversea does the trip with business-class air and butler-serviced suites on its 144-passenger expedition ship Silver Explorer. Quark does its minus the over-the-top luxury on the classic 128-passenger Ocean Adventurer.
6 nights from $17,200 per person (Silversea); 7 nights from $11,444 per person (Quark)
Best for comfortable cruising
Viking Expeditions (part of the larger Viking cruise company that also operates a river and ocean line) is new in Antarctica with the 378-passenger, polar-class Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, ships that combine the comforts of traditional cruising with expedition adventures. While getting on a bobbing Zodiac can be challenging, Viking has developed a way for guests to board in the Hangar, an enclosed marina, to make it much easier. A pair of six-passenger submarines allows guests to see under the sea.
12 nights from $13,995 per person
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Keep a few euros handy when you’re out and about.
Tipping in France is fairly straightforward. Follow these handy tips when you order a café crème.
You’ve just finished lunch at a charming French café and received the bill. Your hand hovers over your wallet. Should you leave a tip in France? Yes—if you had good service. Tips are not expected across the board in French restaurants, taxis, and hotels because service is included in the country’s hospitality sector. Unlike some other countries, all employees, from waiters to bellhops, earn a decent monthly wage and have paid holidays and other benefits.
That said, customers can choose to show their appreciation for good service with a gratuity, the amount of which varies on the type of establishment and service. Use these helpful guidelines on tipping in France when you travel there.
Whether you’re at a local café or a Michelin-starred restaurant, 15 percent is automatically included for service in French restaurants by law. This is indicated on the menu or the bill with the phrase “service compris.” Nevertheless, if you have a friendly or efficient waiter, you can leave a small gratuity (un pourboire), but this is by no means required.
In more touristy restaurants, you might come across audacious waiters who try to tell you that a gratuity isn’t included. Technically they’re right; service is included, a gratuity is not. Regardless, you are not obliged to leave them anything.
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For a simple beverage, you can round up to the nearest euro, or leave 20 to 50 centimes per drink. For a meal at a casual café or restaurant, you could leave one to two euros per person. For a fine dining establishment, where the service is much more attentive, you may want to leave 5 to 10 percent.
It’s best to have some change or small bills for tipping because there isn’t the option of leaving a tip on French credit card slips (service is included in the price). You can ask the waiter to add a tip before he punches in the total amount on the credit card terminal; however, you can’t be sure that this actually gets paid to staff.
Tipping taxi drivers isn’t required; however, locals often round up to the nearest euro or leave up to 5 percent. If the driver helps you with your bags (particularly if they’re large), it’s customary to tip one or two euros per bag.
For a private car service, such as a prebooked airport transfer or full-day car tour, you could tip 5 to 10 percent.
Depending on your hotel, there are a range of services for which you might want to leave a gratuity.
A couple of euros is a small price to pay for help with your bags through lobbies, into elevators, and along coridors.
Pass on a few notes to those hailing cabs or providing a valet service.
It is courteous to give a couple of notes or coins to the staff who bring your meals. Ask at reception for change or details to the nearest ATM when you check in.
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More unsung heroes who help our trips go smoothly. You can pass on the money directly or sometimes leave it in an envelope.
If you’ve asked your concierge for a restaurant reservation or to arrange other services, then you should tip five to 20 euros, depending on what they’ve helped you with.
In France, you should tip hairdressers, beauticians, massage therapists, or other wellness professionals 5 to 10 percent, so you may want to slip this into your pocket beforehand.
Although ushers should be paid a salary, in private theaters it’s customary to tip a euro or two. So, if you’re going to the opera, a classical concert, or play, have some coins handy.
This is where tipping can get a little fuzzy in France. If you book a private tour, class, or excursion directly with a guide or instructor, you’re usually charged a flat fee and thus tipping is not expected. If you book via an online booking platform, a tour company, or your concierge, you could leave a 10–20 percent gratuity if you’re happy with your experience. If you have any doubts, check your booking confirmation; information about tipping is usually included in the fine print.
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In recent years there has been a proliferation of “free tours” in major cities. Although advertised as “free,” the guides have to pay a set amount (around two euros) to the tour company for each person who shows up at the beginning of the tour—even if some inevitably drop off along the way. Therefore, if you take one of these tours, and you enjoy your guide, consider leaving at least five to seven euros per person so the guide can, in turn, tip the waiter at his local café.
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by WBOC Meteorologist Dan Satterfield
SKIES SHOULD CLEAR SOME WITH DECENT VISIBILITY FRIDAY, BUT THERE WILL BE SPOTTY SHOWERS AND SOME CLOUDY SPELLS. LOOK FOR PARTLY SUNNY SKIES WITH WEST WINDS SATURDAY, BUT WINDS WILL INCREASE BY SUNDAY.
Atlantic Ocean:
Friday: Small Craft Advisory. W 10- 15 knots. Seas: 3-4 ft.
Saturday: W 10-15 knots. Seas: 3-4 ft.
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Forecast updated on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at 4:05 PM by WBOC Meteorologist Dan Satterfield (AMS-CBM).
DELMARVA FORECAST
Tonight: Cloudy with showers this evening then some clearing late. Low 46°. Wind: W 4-12 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny and cooler. A few spotty showers about PM. High 62-63°. Wind: SW 7-14 mph. Beaches high 57 falling to 55° PM as an onshore breeze develops.
Friday Night: Mostly clear and cool. Low 44-46°. Wind: S 3-9 mph.
Saturday: Partly sunny, breezy and cool. A few spotty showers about PM. High 58-59°. Wind: W 7-16 mph.
Forecast Discussion:
Rain showers are likely this evening as a cold front passes through Delmarva. Look for slow clearing after 1 AM, with cooler air arriving. We will see lows near 45 degrees by sunrise Friday.
Friday will be cooler with partly sunny skies and temps. should reach the low 60's with light winds. An upper level trough will move into the area and keep the atmosphere unstable. This means some clouds with sunshine along with spotty showers in the afternoon. Winds will be from the southwest Friday but winds wil be more southerly on the beaches where it will be cooler.
Saturday looks to be a cool and partly sunny day, with a light west breeze at 10-16 mph in the afternoon. Temperatures should top out around 58-60 degrees around 4 PM and we will see cloudy spells due to cold air aloft, but only a few sprinkles are expected.
In the long-range, Sunday looks mostly sunny with afternoon high temps. in the mid 50's and lows near 40. Sunshine and mild weather will continue into Monday with afternoon temps. near 62 Monday. Warmer weather arrives by Tuesday and Wednesday as temps. climb into the mid 70's with sunshine. Thursday looks very warm for April with temps. reaching the upper 70's. Showers and thunderstorms are expected later Thursday as a cool front approaches.
The average high for tomorrow is 63 degrees with an average low of 41 degrees.
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Georgia officials now allow the sale and soon the cultivation of water spinach. It can be an invasive species if not controlled.
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Georgia officials now allow the sale and soon the cultivation of water spinach. It can be an invasive species if not controlled.
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As gas prices surge all over the world, some countries are taking a historic step by releasing oil from their emergency reserves. But it may not be enough to provide long-term relief at the pump.
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MIAMI (AP) — Democrats in Congress are sounding the alarm over what they claim is mounting evidence that Mexico’s chief prosecutor — a vital partner of U.S. law enforcement — is assailing the nation’s independent judiciary and selectively targeting for prosecution opponents of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
In a harshly worded letter sent Wednesday to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Attorney General Merrick Garland, Sen. Bob Menendez, the powerful chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and three colleagues call on the Biden administration to raise their concerns directly with their Mexican counterparts.
“López Obrador’s tenure has been marked by an increasing pattern of seemingly selective prosecutions disproportionately targeting government critics,” according to the letter, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press. “President López Obrador’s efforts to advance legitimate accountability initiatives must strengthen, not dismantle, democratic institutions and the rule of law.”
The letter, which is bound to stir the ire of López Obrador and his allies, focuses on a number of questionable actions and what they consider “personal vendettas” pursued by Attorney General Alejandro Gertz Manero.
The top prosecutor, a close ally of the leftist president, first caught the attention of American officials after the Trump administration dropped criminal narcotics changes against former Defense Minister Salvador Cienfuegos and returned him to Mexico on promises he would be investigated at home.
But the probe against Cienfuegos was quickly closed and Gertz Manero later threatened to press charges of his own against U.S. prosecutors accustomed to working hand-in-glove with Mexican law enforcement to dismantle the country’s powerful cartels.
“We urge you to give serious consideration to the risk of a weakened, politicized justice system in Mexico,” according to the letter, whose signatories include Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy, chairman of the appropriations committee, and Senators Benjamin Cardin of Maryland and Jeffrey Merkley of Oregon.
López Obrador was elected in 2018 on a promise to sweep clean Mexico’s notoriously corrupt politics and likes to tout his commitment to austerity by taking commercial flights and living in a modest apartment instead of the luxurious presidential residence.
But critics say such moves are populist stunts and distract from a worrisome accumulation of power, failure to deliver on campaign promises and repeated attacks on opponents that undermines the rule of law in the U.S.’ second largest trade partner. This Sunday, his supporters are expected to give him another boost when they head to the polls for a first-of-its-kind referendum on whether he should be allowed to finish his six-year term — something that has never been in doubt and which many see as a sideshow.
The Democrats in their letter fault López Obrador for publicly attacking a judge who ruled against his energy policies, pushing a seemingly unconstitutional plan to extend the term of a sympathetic Supreme Court chief justice and calling for the resignation of Mexico’s top electoral court.
They also raise concerns about criminal charges pressed against Ricardo Anaya, a prominent conservative opponent of López Obrador.
Anaya, who finished second in the 2018 presidential election, was accused last year with money laundering in connection to an alleged bribe he took in exchange for his support on an energy reform bill. The charges are based on the testimony of the former head of Mexico’s state run oil company, who claims that on the instructions of López Obrador’s predecessor he paid lawmakers, including $525,000 to Anaya, to vote for the overhaul.
Some have questioned the strength of the evidence, given that the alleged bribe was paid months after the reform was approved, when Anaya had already left office. Anaya has since fled Mexico and is living in the U.S.
López Obrador has dismissed claims of score settling in the Anaya and other cases as “lies” and “falsehoods” promoted by opponents to weaken his rule.
There was no immediate response from either his or the attorney general’s office when the AP sent them a copy of the letter.
Under Gertz Manero’s leadership, the Mexican prosecutor’s office has also failed to seriously investigate allies of the president, according to the letter. These include allegations of money laundering and finance law violations against the president’s brother, who was caught on video receiving cash from a campaign supporter. López Obrador has defended the contributions as legitimate.
The Democrats also accuse Gertz Manero of pressing personal matters while in office.
These include trying to lock up 31 scientists in a maximum security prison because he claims they improperly received about $2.5 million in government funding years ago. The laws at the time allowed such funding, and the researchers say it wasn’t misspent. Critics say the charges are payback for the researchers’ refusal to recognize Gertz Manero’s own academic credentials.
The attorney general also can be heard in a recently leaked recording of a conversation with a colleague cursing a Supreme Court justice. In the recording, Gertz Manero claims the judge won’t heed to demands that the top court keep in jail a niece he blames for the death of his older brother, who died while in her care.
Gertz Manero has acknowledged obtaining an advance copy of a proposed Supreme Court opinion recommending the relative be released — something that struck many as a potential conflict of interest.
But he claims he received the court ruling because he was taking action in the case as a family member of the deceased, not as attorney general.
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AP Writer Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.
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Which tricycle for 2-year-olds is best?
As the toddler in your life turns 2 years old, they might be ready for their first tricycle. It’s one of those toys that can provide them with a great way to burn off energy and work on coordination to prepare them for the transition to a big-kid bike. If you’re looking for the best tricycle, the Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike is an ideal choice. It is well-constructed, easy to use and adaptable to your child’s needs as they grow, saving you time and money in the long run.
What to know before you buy a tricycle for 2-year-olds
With a tricycle, children get to be in charge of their own mobility on a scale greater than that of crawling or walking. They are able to control direction and speed, developing a new sense of freedom and independence when it comes to motion and play. For very young children, it is especially important to consider specific factors tailored to their age.
Push handle
While all tricycles can be powered by the child’s push pedals, some come with an additional push handle in the back for an adult to operate. This offers an extra level of support and supervision, giving the adult more control. It’s a helpful component for children just starting out who might not have mastered their own coordination just yet.
Straight handlebars vs. curved handlebars
You’ll notice with tricycles and bicycles alike that some have straight handlebars, while others have bent handlebars that curve inward. Flat bars are simple and straightforward, while curved handlebars are more aerodynamic and better for picking up extra speed.
Seat enclosure
These days, some tricycles come with a hooded seat enclosure similar to that which you’d see on a stroller. These hoods protect them from too much sun exposure and are usually removable so you can decide whether you want to use the hood on extra sunny days.
What to look for in a quality tricycle for 2-year-olds
Whether you’re looking for a basic tricycle or one with advanced features and add-ons, it’s important to consider durability and functionality. You want something that will give you peace of mind and be fun for a 2-year-old.
Extra safety features
Safety is the number one concern when it comes to any children’s toy. As you compare tricycles, look at which safety features are highlighted. While a seat belt is dangerous on a bicycle, it can benefit a tricycle with a push handle as it will prevent the child from falling with abrupt stops. If a 2-year-old is still struggling with balance, then a tricycle with a seat back or guardrail can help them stay safe and build confidence.
Adaptability
When you buy something for a growing child you want to get the best use out of it as you can before they outgrow it. This means that toys that are capable of adapting and changing as your child grows offer the best bang for your buck. Helpful adaptable features include a removable push bar, adjustable handlebar and seat heights, a removable hood and storage capabilities.
Portability
Whether your child is going for a ride in the driveway or at the park, you want something compact and portable that isn’t too heavy to carry around and that will fit in the trunk of a car. Some tricycles fold up, making transport easy, but if yours doesn’t then it should at least be easy enough for an adult to move around without difficulty.
How much you can expect to spend on a tricycle for 2-year-olds
A standard tricycle for this age group usually costs $45-$80. Some tricycles with additional features can cost $80-$150.
Tricycle for 2-year-olds FAQ
Is a plastic or metal frame better?
A. While plastic can be cheaper and more lightweight, metal is sturdier and less likely to crack or break.
Is a Big Wheel a tricycle?
A. A Big Wheel is a brand of tricycle and trademarked, though the term is used widely today as a synonym for a specific tricycle style. It’s most known for being low to the ground with a very large front wheel.
What is a balance bike and how is it different?
A. A balance bike is built like a tricycle but without pedals. It is propelled forward by feet. Some tricycles have removable pedals so a child can start out on a balance bike and transition into a tricycle as they become more confident.
What’s the best tricycle for 2-year-olds to buy?
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds
Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike
What you need to know: This tricycle has an aluminum frame and is designed for children 2-5 years old and holds up to 40 pounds.
What you’ll love: It adapts as the child grows, operating as a balance bike, push trike and standard tricycle. It comes in three colors and is very sturdy, providing a smooth and even ride.
What you should consider: It’s difficult to assemble. Shorter children might have trouble reaching the pedals.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds for the money
Radio Flyer Classic Tricycle with Push Handle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children ages 2-4 years old and holds up to 42.5 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got that classic Radio Flyer look in red with rubber spoked wheel tires. The push handle adjusts to three positions and is removable. The height of the seat and the height of the handlebars are adjustable.
What you should consider: Assembly is a challenge and the box sometimes arrives with missing parts.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Baby Joy 7-in-1 Folding Toddler Tricycle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children 18 months to 5 years old and holds up to 55 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got plenty of adjustable features to accommodate you and your child, including a detachable and adjustable push handle, canopy hood, guardrail and footrest that comes in two sizes. It has a safety harness, brakes and a storage bag in the back. It folds up for easy transport and comes in three colors.
What you should consider: It can be difficult to assemble and adjust. Pushing it isn’t always easy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which sliding-door curtain rods are best?
Sliding doors offer beautiful vistas and loads of sunlight. If you’re looking for a way to cover up the glass with a curtain, however, you’ll need a special curtain rod. Unlike traditional curtain rods, sliding-door curtain rods have important design features that let them span greater distances without obstructing your curtain. Which you choose will ultimately depend on your home’s design and your aesthetic.
The top sliding-door curtain rod is Infinette Tekno 40 Melrose Single Traverse Window Curtain Rod Set.
What to know before you buy a sliding-door curtain rod
Why your sliding door needs a curtain
Sliding glass doors are a convenient way to combine egress with loads of daylight. But these large glass fixtures can be huge energy sinks. Unless your window is equipped with high-efficiency glass, you’re likely to suffer from the greenhouse effect in the summer and terrible drafts during the winter.
Benefits of a sliding-door curtain
A curtain is the next best thing to wall insulation and UV coating. Sheer curtains provide light in warmer months while cooling your room, whereas thick drapes can keep the heat in and the cold out during chillier months. An added bonus is the protection they offer against sun damage. A curtain significantly cuts down sun exposure, so you won’t have to worry about faded upholstery and finishes.
Choosing the right curtain rod
The main challenge in selecting the right curtain rod is its length. In order to cover a wide area, your curtain rod will need extra support in the middle so that it doesn’t sag. This quickly gets complicated, because each bracket you introduce in the middle of the rod blocks your curtain from closing. When choosing a curtain rod for your sliding glass door, you’ll want to make sure the rod has the right features to prevent headaches.
Types of sliding door curtain rods
The following types of curtain rods will be your best bet when choosing the right length for your sliding rod:
- Decorative: These single and double curtain rods are great because their brackets and finials let you add some decorative flair to your home. The longer you go, however, the more brackets you’ll need to prevent sagging. And these can get in the way. So, look for decorative curtain rods with just one center bracket between the two side brackets. This way, your curtains can extend to the middle
- Traverse: As the name suggests, traverse curtain rods were designed to span long distances. These rods have an embedded track of hooks so that you can pull your curtains along without any obstructions. Because they’re a little more complex, traverse rods are bulkier and more expensive than their decorative counterparts.
What to look for in a quality sliding-door curtain rod
Length
Sliding doors are typically sized in panels. A two-panel door’s total width is usually 60-96 inches (5-8 feet), and a three-panel door 108-144 inches, or 9-12 feet. When sizing your curtain rod, be sure to measure first. In addition to spanning the entire width of your sliding door, you want to be sure you have enough room on either end of the fixture to mount your rod, as well as enough height above. Aim for 3-5 inches extra above and on either side.
Material
Curtain rods are made from all sorts of materials, and which you choose is a matter of aesthetics. Common materials for decorative and traverse rods are metal and wood. Both are sturdy.
When decorating, think about how the material will fit in with your decor. Raw woods are a nice natural element to tone down a modernist or boho interior, or upscale an antique or vintage space. Metal can either be classy or utilitarian. If you don’t want your living room to look like a corporate office, look for decorative rods with a nice finish.
Finish
A proper finish can make any structural element in your home shine. Whether it’s a stain that adds shine, or a faux patina that adds age, finished metals and woods look great with textured drapes. These can be especially effective at dressing up the rather square and plain look of a sliding glass door.
Finials
Finials are the decorative caps that screw on to either end of the curtain rod. These are commonly a ball, square or cylinder shape. Ornamental finials embellish these shapes with low-relief detailing. Finials look best in rustic, classical and boho decors. But if you’re a minimalist or if you’re outfitting your midcentury modern home, a simple brass or steel end cap works too.
Weight capacity
Even with the support of extra brackets, a curtain rod can bend when stressed by too much weight. Drapes are the heaviest culprits, weighing in at 25 pounds or more. Be sure to check the weight capacity before hanging your curtains. Standard curtain rods hold 5-20 pounds.
How much you can expect to spend on a sliding-door curtain rod
Because they’re longer than traditional curtain rods, sliding-door rods cost more, especially if you go the traverse route. Expect to pay $30-$200.
Sliding-door curtain rod FAQ
How do I hang my curtain rod?
A. Most curtain rods come with mounting hardware so that you can install the brackets in drywall. This should include anchors, as drywall is too weak to hold more than 1 pound. If you have to get your own hardware, use anchors if you can’t find a stud. You will need a drill to screw in the brackets and a level to make sure your curtain rod is straight.
Should I use a single curtain or two?
A. The number of curtains you use depends on the space you have and how many panels your sliding door has. If you have enough room on either end of the sliding door fixture for curtains to rest, then two is great. If not, you’ll want to use a single curtain to span the distance so that you’re not blocking the door when the curtains are drawn.
What’s the best sliding-door curtain rod to buy?
Top sliding-door curtain rod
Infinette Tekno 40 Melrose Single Traverse Window Curtain Rod Set
What you need to know: With decorative finials and a lush line of finishes, this traverse curtain rod is perfect for antique and vintage-inspired decors.
What you’ll love: You won’t have any trouble covering your sliding door with this curtain rod, no matter the size. It’s available in eight different lengths from 48-132 inches. You have your choice of antique silver, black, maroon, sandal and sienna finishes.
What you should consider: Users recommend purchasing the upgraded carrier hooks as the standard ones are a little flimsy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Top sliding-door curtain rod for the money
Latitude Run Slover Adjustable Single Curtain Rod
What you need to know: This decorative curtain rod has an understated look for contemporary interiors.
What you’ll love: Using a single center bracket, the Latitude Run curtain rod is long enough at 48, 86 or 120 inches to cover your sliding door on a budget. Its cylindrical endcaps are chic and modern and you can get everything in a black, bronze or nickel finish.
What you should consider: Users report that this rod can sag with heavy drapes.
Where to buy: Sold by Wayfair
Worth checking out
Rod Desyne Bach Traverse Curtain Rod in Cocoa
What you need to know: If you’re looking for a high-quality, classically inspired traverse curtain rod, the Rod Desyne Bach offers an elegant fixture for your sophisticated decor.
What you’ll love: Available in four size ranges, this adjustable traverse rod extends out as far as 156 inches. It comes in black, cocoa and satin nickel finishes. The rod is sturdy enough for drapes with a 25-pound weight capacity.
What you should consider: This is significantly more expensive than other options on the market.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
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(WTRF) A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after he allegedly posted anti-Biden stickers on a gas pump.
Thomas Richard Glazewski, 54, of Manor Township has been charged with resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, harassment, and criminal mischief.
The incident was captured on video. Glazewski can be heard yelling expletives and “I did that. I did that. That’s what I did,” pointing to anti-Biden stickers at the pump.
A gas station employee told authorities that Glazewski had sprayed the stickers with a substance to make the stickers harder to remove, charging documents obtained by Lancaster Online.
Glazewski was reportedly upset about the price of gas and President Joe Biden.
A police complaint said Glazewski had to be placed in the police vehicle by force.
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Not just the precious metal, but many gold-related financial instruments, including VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) shares, have been positive so far this year.
GDXJ shares, which serve as a benchmark for US-listed junior gold stocks, are up 12.8% (to $47.29 per unit at the time of writing), but one of its constituents, B2Gold (BTG), performed much better. The Canadian miner’s stock is up around 17.7% year-to-date.
Here’s why I’m bullish on this stock.
A high gold beta will further reinforce the magnitude of the expected rise in the commodity price, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 58 indicates the stock price still has plenty of room for growth. I believe B2Gold will trade higher throughout the year.
For beginners:
• Gold beta measures the dependence of gold miners’ stock price returns against changes in the price of gold. B2Gold must have a high coefficient since its shares have risen faster than the metal.
• The RSI is a technical analysis tool used to assess whether the price of a stock or other asset is either overbought or oversold. When the RSI is above 70, the stock is generally considered overbought, while below 30 is considered oversold.
B2Gold and its Portfolio of Mineral Assets
B2Gold is a Canadian mid-tier gold mining and exploration company that owns mineral resources and exploitation activities in Namibia, Mali, and the Philippines.
The company also owns 25% of Calibre Mining (TSE: CXB), a Vancouver, Canada-based gold company with mines in Nicaragua and Nevada.
In 2021, B2Gold achieved total gold production of nearly 1.05 million ounces, which the company says is a record and reflects a 0.64% increase from 2020.
Calibre Mining’s interest stake accounted for 5.7% of total production, while the Fekola Mine (80% ownership interest) in Mali contributed 54.1% of total production. The Masbate mine (100% owned) in the Philippines contributed 21.1% of total production, while the Otjikoto mine (90% ownership interest) in Namibia accounted for 19% of total gold production in 2021.
In addition, the company has other evaluation and exploration assets in Burkina Faso and Colombia.
Including mineral reserves, estimates attribute total proven reserves to B2Gold of approximately 6.2 million ounces of gold. The grade of these resources ranges from 0.80 grams per tonne ore to 1.86 grams per tonne ore.
Gold Price Outlook
The high level of uncertainty caused by the unjustified Russian attack in Ukraine leads to a hunt for financial tools that traders can use to protect themselves from negative consequences.
One of these effects is usually increased volatility. Gold is often used as a safe-haven hedge against uncertainty and/or volatility.
Largely for the reasons above, gold futures maturing to June 2022 are on the rise, gaining around 5.6% year-to-date and trading at $1,936 an ounce at the time of writing.
Looking ahead, analysts estimate that gold will trade at $1,945 per troy ounce by the end of June 2022, up slightly from current levels. They also forecast gold prices to be around $2,009 before the end of the first quarter of 2023.
The factors that will drive gold prices higher in the coming months will mainly be the following. As the crisis in Eastern Europe raises concerns about regular supplies of Russian gas and oil to Europe, the prices of these commodities will experience strong upward pressure.
If production costs rise due to high energy bills, companies will seek to pass them on to consumers by raising the prices of goods and services, likely pushing inflation above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target for many more quarters.
This will require the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates more quickly to offset rising inflation, which could potentially halt GDP growth.
Given the resulting uncertainty, investors would likely demand gold as a safe-haven asset.
The Company’s Forecast of Production, Costs, and Cash Flow
This year, B2Gold is expected to benefit from rising gold prices by producing approximately 1.02 million ounces, including Calibre’s ounces.
Due to higher inflationary pressures, costs will be slightly higher in 2022. Total all-in sustaining costs, including operating costs and non-capitalized exploration costs, are expected to be approximately $1,010 to $1,050 per ounce of gold sold.
Operating cash flow should be about $625 million, down significantly from $724 million in 2021.
However, with operating cash flow generation expected to accelerate into 2022, the additional catalyst that could potentially result will provide an additional boost to the stock price alongside rising gold prices.
If Fekola continues to deliver record throughput while Masbate surprises with recoveries and grades, the company could be on track to produce 1.05 million ounces of gold.
Geographic Risk for B2Gold
Following social tensions leading to the August 18, 2020 coup, Mali is now ruled by an elite military group. Although this type of government is a concern in the international community, it has recently shown its full willingness to work together against terrorism and to stabilize migration flows in the Sahel.
So, while Northern Mali is often the scene of terrorist attacks by jihadist groups, the situation in the rest of the territory is currently stable. The risk is moderate.
The Philippines is part of the fire belt where earthquakes are frequent, even with a magnitude of more than 6 Richter. Floods due to torrential rains are also quite common in this archipelago, concentrating between October and December each year. The risk is high.
In Nicaragua, the government of President Daniel Ortega, which has been heavily criticized internationally for prosecuting politicians accused of encouraging foreign interference in the country, could pose a risk to mining activities by North American companies, including B2gold. The risk is moderate.
Namibia does not appear to pose any major problems for foreign multinationals exploiting mineral resources. The risk is low.
Thus, I believe the country risk is medium for B2Gold.
B2Gold’s Financial Condition
The balance sheet is solid, as evidenced by an interest coverage ratio of 58.2 combined with an Altman Z-score of 6.35.
If the first ratio is higher than 1.5, it indicates that the company has no trouble paying interest costs on outstanding debt.
The second metric measures the likelihood that a business can fail within a few years. If the ratio is higher than 3, there is an extremely low probability of bankruptcy since the company is in the “safe zone.”
Wall Street’s Take
For the past three months, 10 Wall Street analysts have issued a 12-month price target for BTG. The company has a Strong Buy consensus rating based on nine Buys, one Hold, and zero Sell ratings.
The average B2Gold price target is $6.26, implying a 35.9% upside potential.
Shares are changing hands at around $4.60 as of the writing of this article, for a market cap of $4.9 billion, a P/E ratio of 11.6, and a 52-week range of $3.30 to $5.37. Also, the stock offers a dividend yield of around 3.5%.
Conclusion
Based on a strong outlook for gold prices, and after weighing potential production growth drivers against local conditions in countries hosting the mineral resources, I believe this stock has a strong chance of achieving a much higher share price.
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Polar science threatens to crack under strain of Russia's war in Ukraine
Crucial scientific projects in the Arctic are in limbo — and their progress is under threat — as Russia becomes more isolated from the world for its invasion of Ukraine.
Why it matters: These research collaborations provide key insights about the effects of climate change, the health of the oceans and geology — and they underpin cooperation among the U.S., Russia and others in the geopolitical hotspots of the Arctic and Antarctica.
- Historically, scientific cooperation has also been a way to maintain and even foster dialogue between countries, such as via the International Space Station.
Driving the news: Scientific projects and collaborations are on hold around the world as sanctions and the severing of ties with Russian research institutions prevent scientists in the U.S., Europe and elsewhere from working with their colleagues and students in Russia.
- The war's effects are being felt acutely by scientists who work in the Arctic, where the summer research season is about to get underway.
- Last week's Arctic Observing Summit of international scientists monitoring how climate change is affecting the Arctic was closed to researchers from Russian institutions and organizations, Hakai reports.
- Last month, seven of the eight members of the Arctic Council, whose purview includes research cooperation around sustainable development and environmental protection of the Arctic, paused all activities with Russia, the council's eighth member and current chair.
Details: About 53% of the Arctic Ocean coastline belongs to Russia. Access alone to that land and sea makes the country a key partner for international research on biology, ecology and conservation.
- The country is also home to the majority of Arctic permafrost, and in recent years, concerns have grown over the pace and extent of melting and an uptick in Siberian wildfires.
- Pressing projects to understand Arctic fires, conducted under the Arctic Council's auspices, are in a state of suspended animation.
Yes, but: While the impacts of lost research opportunities will build up over time, a months long pause likely won't be especially damaging, according to Malte Humpert, senior fellow and founder of the nonprofit Arctic Institute.
- Humpert compares the situation to what companies faced at the start of the COVID pandemic, stating the Arctic Council is asking itself, "How do you continue working when the world enters a new 'normal'?"
- Still, a longer delay could be far more consequential, he says.
- "A 'pause' of a few weeks or a few months is one thing, but how will this work be organized and continued if the [Arctic Council] remains defunct for years?" Humpert says.
- He notes that a lot of science and policy work within the council could be shifted to other organizations and universities if tensions continue to run high. "I think, over time, new pathways to do research work in the Arctic outside the auspice of the Arctic Council will emerge," he says.
On the other end of Earth, Antarctica is dominated by science activities.
- It's too soon to determine the war's effects on research on the continent as it is heading into winter and reduced operations, says Alan Hemmings, a polar specialist and adjunct professor at the Gateway Antarctica Centre for Antarctic Studies & Research at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand.
- He adds that large international science programs on Antarctica could continue much like the ISS.
Russia, Ukraine, the U.S. and other countries are members of the Antarctic Treaty, which was negotiated in 1959 to promote international scientific cooperation on the continent.
- Russia is a "big player and has immense capabilities" on the Antarctic continent, where it has five active research stations, Hemmings says.
- Ukraine also operates a station — Vernadsky — on the continent, which Hemmings says could be difficult to support because the invasion may prevent vessels from rotating personnel from Ukraine to the station. A support ship, Noosfera, departed for Antarctica in January, before the invasion.
- "One imagines that other Antarctic programmes can assist the Ukrainian programme, but these are grim times for those presently at Vernadsky or aboard Noosfera, watching their country’s assault from afar," he recently wrote.
The big picture: China, India and other countries are keeping — and in some cases moving forward with plans to strengthen — their scientific ties to Russia, Nature reported this week.
- That follows a general trend of China's increasing international collaboration, they write.
- Neither China nor India have backed western sanctions against Russia.
What to watch: Existing projects are being stressed but the war could already be shaping the future of polar science.
- A spokesperson from the National Science Foundation, which leads most U.S. research in the Arctic, urged researchers "to consider whether this is the best time" to conduct projects in Russia or with scientists from Russian institutions or whether their "research objectives can be accomplished through other means."
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Russia admits to "significant" loss of troops in Ukraine
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov admitted during an interview with Sky News Thursday that Russia has suffered “significant losses of troops” during its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.
Why it matters: It's a rare concession by Russia that the invasion has not gone according to plan.
What they're saying: "We have significant losses of troops, and it's a huge tragedy for us," Peskov said.
- Asked whether Russia is experiencing "humiliation" given the loss of troops, generals and equipment, Peskov pushed back. "No, it's a wrong understanding of what's going on," he said.
Be smart: Western estimates of Russian casualties vary widely due to the difficulties of getting precise on-the-ground intelligence.
- On March 23, a NATO official told reporters that between 7,000 and 15,000 Russian soldiers are believed to have been killed in Ukraine until that date.
- Russia's defense ministry estimated on March 25 that 1,351 Russian soldiers had been killed over the course of the invasion, per Reuters. Two days later, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said his country estimated that Russian troop losses amounted to more than 10,000.
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Susan Collins tests positive for COVID hours after confirming Ketanji Brown Jackson
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, according to a statement from her office.
Why it matters: Collins attended the confirmation vote of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on the Senate floor Thursday afternoon.
- Collins, who wore a KN-95 face mask during the vote, was one of only a handful of lawmakers seen in the chamber wearing a protective face covering.
The big picture: Collins is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will self-isolate and work remotely for the time being, in accordance to CDC guidelines, the statement read.
- Collins is the latest in a slew of White House officials and members of Congress to test positive for COVID-19 this week.
Go deeper: Mini-COVID wave hits D.C. elite
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BOISE, Idaho — Far-right activist and gubernatorial candidate Ammon Bundy was ordered to spend ten days in jail and pay a $3,000 fine after a judge found him in contempt for failing to complete court-ordered public service.
Bundy had been sentenced in July to 40 hours of "public service" in lieu of a jail sentence after being convicted of trespassing and resisting arrest for refusing to leave a closed committee room in the Idaho Statehouse during the 2002 legislative special session.
The sentencing judge told Bundy that he could complete that service at a church or non-profit of his choice, but explicitly warned him that working for his own organization, or any service for which he got paid would not count.
However, Bundy submitted hours that he had worked on his own political campaign, turning in a letter on his own "Ammon Bundy For Governor" letterhead certifying that he had completed all 40 hours.
On Thursday, Judge Annie McDevitt ruled that not only did his campaign work not satisfy the requirement, but that it showed blatant disrespect for the instructions he had been given.
Bundy did not just blow off his court-ordered service - which happens with defendants sometimes - but instead willfully made "a mockery of the sentence you received," McDevitt told him.
At the contempt hearing, Prosecutor Whitney Welsh urged the judge to send the message that Bundy was not above the law, playing videos that showed him involved in violent clashes at the Statehouse and at Southwest District Health building and recounting his many arrests and refusals to follow court orders.
"He does not obey laws with which he does not agree," Welsh told the judge.
Welsh also pointed to instances in which Bundy had targeted those who crossed him, including a video of him reading out the home address of a Ada County judge who had presided over a child custody hearing involving his family friends, as well as threats he made to Idaho State Police troopers who took him into custody.
"I'll come after you, each one of you personally," Bundy says in footage from the back of the police car, telling the troopers he would find out where they lived. "You will not be protected, you have been forewarned."
Acting as his own attorney for the contempt hearing, Bundy argued that Idaho's trespassing laws that resulted in his original conviction were flawed, adding that he would like to see the United States Supreme Court weigh in on their legality. He also argued that police and Statehouse officials did not have the authority to arrest him or ban him from that Statehouse, and told McDevitt that he had had been punctual and polite throughout the court process.
"Do I go around breaking the law everywhere? Do I go around disrespecting the courts?" he asks. "No, I don't."
McDevitt was not convinced, however, and handed down the maximum allowed sentence: The suspended five day jail sentence on the original trespass conviction, followed by another five days for contempt.
"The whole point of public service is to give back to the community in ways that do not serve yourself," she said. "Clearly, working for your own campaign is self-serving work."
The judge also condemned Bundy directing his supporters to go to the home of a judge he disagreed with, telling him she believed he was wielding his leadership and influence to bully and harass people.
"You repeatedly violate lawful orders to suit your own agenda," she said.
Bundy was handcuffed by deputies and taken into custody immediately after the hearing to begin serving the ten day sentence.
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SPOKANE, Wash. — After more than two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Inland Northwest residents suffering from long-term side effects of the virus have the opportunity to understand why symptoms persist in certain people and to get answers to alleviate those symptoms.
The Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) is leading a multi-state project across the Pacific Northwest to better understand long-COVID. The project is part of the National Institute of Health's (NIH) Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery (RECOVER) initiative.
Included in this study is Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, where efforts to recruit patients for the study have begun.
“Providence Everett admitted the nation’s first known case of COVID-19 in early 2020, so we’ve been at this longer than any other health system,” Providence President and Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips said in a statement. “We’ve seen hundreds of patients with long-term impacts of the disease. Providence’s participation in the RECOVER study, along with our incredible peers, will result in more information about the long-term effects of COVID, which will be incredibly helpful to our clinicians.”
In addition to Sacred Heart, Swedish Medical Center in Seattle and the University of Washington School of Medicine will recruit more than 900 patients throughout the Pacific Northwest over the next four years.
“ISB is honored to work with our scientific and clinical peers to better understand why so many individuals experience chronic conditions following SARS-CoV-2 infection,” ISB President Dr. Jim Heath, the principal investigator of the Northwest consortium, said in a statement. “This is something we have been studying and making some headway on over the past year, and we are very grateful to those individuals who are participating in our studies by giving both their time and blood.”
Anyone interested in learning more about or participating in this study should visit pnwrecover.org.
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Editor's note: The above video on proposed name changes for sites around Washington state originally aired March 31, 2022.
OLYMPIA, Wash. - A state committee is sending a letter to the Department of Interior (DOI) voicing its opposition to the process the department has proposed to remove the derogatory word “sq---" from geographical place names.
The word was declared “sq---” derogatory by DOI Secretary Deb Haaland late last year in an order that also mandated its removal from more than 650 place names across the country.
In late February, the DOI proposed renaming 18 geographical locations in Washington state whose names contain the word, submitting a list of five possible new names for each location to be considered by the newly formed Derogatory Geographic Names Task Force.
Per Haaland’s order, the task force must conduct public outreach as well as seek input through Tribal consultation to get feedback on the new names and potentially add options.
After this period, the task force is expected to gather its findings and submit its proposal for the name changes to the DOI’s Board of Geographical Names (BGN). The BGN will then make a decision on the replacement names.
The entire process, from the time the task force receives the list of name change proposals to the BGN rendering its final decision, is required to last no more than eight months, according to Haaland’s order.
However, the Committee of Geographical Names within Washington’s Department of Natural Resources is sending a letter voicing its disapproval of the process, which it feels is too hasty.
The committee met on Thursday to vote on the matter, unanimously agreeing to send Chairwoman Sara Palmer’s letter that claims “there is a fundamental disconnect between the implementation of [Haaland’s order] and our existing state process as designed by Washington’s Legislature.”
“We must object to the process as currently proposed,” the letter states.
Among the various problems the committee finds with Haaland’s proposed process, is the lack of time it allows to gather Tribal feedback, which is only allowed 90 days under her order, as well as thoughts from the public, which is given 60 days to respond to the potential new names.
Also, the committee opposes particular names the DOI is proposing, questioning how the name changes will honor the individuals and culture of the state’s past.
“Replacing names referring to Indigenous women with names such as ‘White,’ ‘Columbia,’ ‘Bonneville,’ and ‘Franklin Delano Roosevelt,’ as proposed in Interior’s draft replacement names list, is not an appropriate solution,” the letter reads.
The committee said it has taken steps to comply with Haaland’s order by agreeing to meet at least once quarterly to ensure the renaming of geographical places across the state with “sq---” in their name. Still, the committee states that it believes the discussions necessary to determine new names for these sites “will probably take at least the next two years.”
During Thursday’s committee meeting, Palmer and other committee members reiterated their commitment to getting public feedback on the issue.
“We really do want to get those public proposals,” Palmer said, adding that the committee can only comment on what the DOI does. “We want to commemorate Indigenous women on the landscape. That’s really important to all of us.”
Barring any changes to the DOI’s process for renaming these sites, the public has until April 25 to comment on the proposed name changes.
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PORTLAND, Ore. — Editor's note: Court is breaking for lunch until 1:30 p.m. Above is a live stream of the Nancy Brophy trial day four. Below are highlights from trial on Wednesday.
Day three of Nancy Brophy’s murder trial saw witness testimony from Dan Brophy’s mom, a longtime acquaintance of the couple, officers who worked on the scene and medical examiners — including the one who conducted Dan Brophy’s autopsy.
Nancy Brophy, a romance novelist, is accused of killing her husband Dan Brophy, a chef at the Oregon Culinary Institute. Students found him shot to death on June 2, 2018.
The first witness called to the stand was Maxine Borcherding, a former instructor who worked at the culinary school until 2015 and was an acquaintance of the Brophys. She testified to knowing Nancy Brophy for approximately 30 years.
Borcherding said on the morning of the shooting, she heard about something going on at the institute from a former coworker. Borcherding called Nancy Brophy to let her know but said it had never occurred to her that the victim may have been Dan Brophy.
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She testified Brophy told her on the phone, “Oh you know Dan, he would never call me, I would have to wait until he got home to learn what happened.”
Like Borcherding before her, Nancy Brophy also called Dan Brophy’s phone and got no answer.
Borcherding said Nancy Brophy had never had a bad word to say about her husband and was always his biggest supporter. She also said that Dan Brophy’s teaching style could be harsh, and he had been known to embarrass or humiliate students over the years.
RELATED: Romance novelist's 'How to Murder Your Husband' essay tossed out as evidence in day 1 of murder trial
Nancy's lawyers asked Borcherding about the homeless population in the Goose Hollow neighborhood where the culinary institute was, as they've asked multiple witnesses who have taken the stand so far.
While it is the state’s job to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Nancy Brophy shot and killed her husband, it is the defense’s job to supply a possible alternate scenario that would sow reasonable doubt in the jury. The defense has brought up an open garage door to the culinary institute's storeroom several times, as it offers an alternate way into the building that anyone could have accessed at or around the time of Dan Brophy’s murder.
Dan Brophy's mother testifies
Karen Brophy, Dan Brophy’s mother, took the stand for the first time on Wednesday. She is expected to testify several more times throughout the trial, but her first time on the stand saw her asked specifically about the phone calls she shared with Nancy Brophy on the day of her son’s death.
Nancy Brophy called Karen Brophy to let her know that something was happening at the culinary institute.
“I said to her, ‘Well are you going to go down there?’ and she said, ‘No I’m not going to go because there will just be a lot of policemen there and a lot of cars,’" Karen Brophy said.
She said she called Nancy Brophy back shortly after and encouraged her to go, and Nancy Brophy said she would. Their last phone call was about an hour later, Karen Brophy said, when Nancy Brophy said she was with police and it was Dan Brophy who had been killed.
Karen Brophy said Nancy Brophy was very matter of fact about it being Dan Brophy who had been killed, but both women began to cry on the phone.
“I said, ‘Oh Nancy’ and I was crying and she did cry.”
The investigation
Later in the day, Dr. Michele Stauffenberg, deputy state medical examiner for the state of Oregon, took the stand. She conducted the autopsy on Dan Brophy.
Stauffenberg testified that Brophy came in with clothes on that she examined and she found several things on him, including $77 in cash. She indicated there was an entrance and incomplete exit wound on Brophy’s chest and on his back, and he had likely been shot in the back and the chest.
Both bullets were still inside Dan Brophy’s body when she began examining him and both had the likelihood to be fatal — having pierced his heart and left lung, she said. One had pierced his spinal column and cord, paralyzing him from the injury down his body.
His cause of death was listed as “gunshot wounds of torso,” and his manner of death was listed as “homicide.”
The final witness for the day was the lead homicide detective on the case, Anthony Merrill with the Portland Police Bureau.
Merrill and his team, as part of their investigation, checked all the exits and entrances into the culinary institute and could find no sign of forced entry. He was made aware that the garage door to the storeroom had been open, but when he arrived on scene it had been shut.
He also looked in the rooms and kitchens in the school.
“Everything was laid out like it had never been disturbed… nothing was out of the ordinary,” Merrill testified. “I mean, based on what I had been briefed on, a man had been shot to death in his business ... that the garage door was open, I thought I was going to see a robbery-type incident where someone came in there, saw a window of opportunity … to steal something valuable.”
When pressed by the defense as to whether he would know if anything was stolen, as if comparing items to an inventory list, Merrill said no, but that police had the staff at the school take inventory and they were not alerted to anything missing.
Merill also testified that he believed Dan Brophy was standing at the sink with his back to the door when someone came and shot him in the back. He believes Brophy then fell to the ground on his back and was shot in the chest at short range. He was the only person who could testify how Brophy might have been shot.
Court will continue on Thursday. Both Karen and Jack Brophy, Dan Brophy’s mother and father, are expected to take the stand.
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OMAHA, Neb. — The spread of a bird flu that is deadly to poultry raises the grisly question of how farms manage to quickly kill and dispose of millions of chickens and turkeys.
It's a chore that farms across the country are increasingly facing as the number of poultry killed in the past two months has climbed to more than 24 million, with outbreaks reported nearly every day. Some farms have had to kill more than 5 million chickens at a single site with a goal of destroying the birds within 24 hours to limit the spread of the disease and prevent animals from suffering.
“The faster we can get on site and depopulate the birds that remain on site, the better,” Minnesota State Veterinarian Beth Thompson said.
The outbreak is the biggest since 2015, when producers had to kill more than 50 million birds. So far this year, there have been cases in 24 states, with Iowa the hardest hit with about 13 million chickens and turkeys killed. Other states with sizable outbreaks include Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota and Indiana.
Farms faced with the need to kill so many birds turn to recommendations by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Even as it has developed methods to kill the poultry quickly, the association acknowledges its techniques “may not guarantee that the deaths the animals face are painless and distress free.” Veterinarians and U.S. Department of Agriculture officials also typically oversee the process.
One of the preferred methods is to spray water-based firefighting foam over birds as they roam around the ground inside a barn. That foam kills the animals by cutting off their air supply.
When foam won't work because birds are in cages above the ground or it's too cold, the USDA recommends sealing up barns and piping carbon dioxide inside, first rendering the birds unconscious and ultimately killing them.
If one those methods won't work because equipment or workers aren't available, or when the size of a flock is too large, the association said a last resort is a technique called ventilation shutdown. In that scenario, farmers stop airflow into barns, which raises temperatures to levels at which the animals die. The USDA and the veterinary association recommend that farmers add additional heat or carbon dioxide to barns to speed up the process and limit suffering by the animals.
Mike Stepien, a spokesman for the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, said the techniques are the best options when it's necessary to quickly kill so many birds.
“State animal health officials and producers carefully weigh the different options to determine the best option for humane depopulation and do not make such decisions lightly,” Stepien said.
Not everyone agrees.
Animal welfare groups argue that all these methods for quickly killing birds are inhumane, though they are particularly opposed to ventilation shutdown, which they note can take hours and is akin to leaving a dog in a hot car. Animal rights groups delivered a petition last year signed by 3,577 people involved in caring for animals, including nearly 1,600 veterinarians, that urged the veterinary association to stop recommending ventilation shutdown as an option.
“We have to do better. None of these are acceptable in any way,” said Sara Shields, director of farm animal welfare science at Humane Society International.
Opponents of the standard techniques said firefighting foam uses harmful chemicals and it essentially drowns birds, causing chickens and turkeys to suffer convulsions and cardiac arrest as they die. They say carbon dioxide is painful to inhale and detectible by the birds, prompting them to try to flee the gas.
Karen Davis, of the nonprofit group United Poultry Concerns, urged the veterinary association to stop recommending all of its three main options.
“They’re all ways that I would not choose to die, and I would not choose anybody else to die regardless of what species they belong to,” Davis said.
Shields said there are more humane alternatives, such as using nitrogen gas but those options tend to be more expensive and could have logistical challenges.
Sam Krouse, vice president of Indiana-based MPS Egg Farms, said farmers feel miserable about using any of the options.
“We pour our lives and livelihoods into taking care of those birds, and it’s just devastating when we lose any of those birds,” Krouse said. “Everything that we’re doing every day is focused on keeping the disease out and making sure that we’re keeping our hens as safe as possible.”
Officials emphasize that this virus that’s spread primarily through the droppings of infected wild birds doesn’t threaten food safety or represent a significant public health threat. Sick birds aren’t allowed into the food supply and properly cooking poultry and eggs kills any viruses that might be present. And health officials say no human cases of bird flu have been found in the United States during this current outbreak.
Once poultry are dead, farmers must quickly dispose of the birds. They usually don't want to risk the chance of spreading the virus by transporting the carcasses to landfills, so crews typically pile the birds up into huge rows inside barns and combine them with other materials, such as ground up corn stalks and sawdust to create a compost pile.
After a couple weeks of decomposition, the carcasses are converted into a material that can be spread on cropland to help fertilize crops. In some cases, carcasses are buried in trenches on the farm or incinerated.
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WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on Thursday, shattering a historic barrier by securing her place as the first Black female justice and giving President Joe Biden a bipartisan endorsement for his effort to diversify the high court.
Cheers rang out in the Senate chamber as Jackson, a 51 year-old appeals court judge with nine years experience on the federal bench, was confirmed 53-47, mostly along party lines but with three Republican votes. Presiding and emotionally announcing the vote was Vice President Kamala Harris, also the first Black woman to reach her high office.
"This is a wonderful day, a joyous day, an inspiring day — for the Senate, for the Supreme Court and for the United States of America," exulted Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. The Senate's upper galleries were almost full for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic two years ago, and about a dozen House members, part of the the Congressional Black caucus, stood at the back of the chamber.
"We're making history," declared Rep. Marilyn Strickland of Washington state.
Harris, who paused with emotion as she read the vote, said as she left the Capitol that she was "overjoyed, deeply moved."
Jackson will take her seat when Justice Stephen Breyer retires this summer, solidifying the liberal wing of the 6-3 conservative-dominated court. She joined Biden at the White House to watch the vote, embracing as it came in.
During the four days of Senate hearings last month, Jackson spoke of her parents' struggles through racial segregation and said her "path was clearer" than theirs as a Black American after the enactment of civil rights laws. She attended Harvard University, served as a public defender, worked at a private law firm and was appointed as a member of the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
She told senators she would apply the law "without fear or favor," and pushed back on Republican attempts to portray her as too lenient on criminals she had sentenced.
Jackson will be just the third Black justice, after Thurgood Marshall and Clarence Thomas, and the sixth woman. She will join three other women, Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan Amy Coney Barrett – meaning that four of the nine justices will be women for the first time in history.
Her eventual elevation to the court will be a respite for Democrats who fought three bruising battles over former President Donald Trump's nominees and watched Republicans cement a conservative majority in the final days of Trump's term with Barrett's confirmation. While Jackson won't change the balance, she will secure a legacy on the court for Biden and fulfill his 2020 campaign pledge to nominate the first Black female justice.
"This is a tremendously historic day in the White House and in the country," said White House press secretary Jen Psaki after the vote. "And this is a fulfillment of a promise the president made to the country."
Despite the efforts to tarnish her record, Jackson eventually won three GOP votes. The final tally was far from the overwhelming bipartisan confirmations for Breyer and other justices in decades past, but it was still a significant bipartisan accomplishment for Biden in the 50-50 split Senate after GOP senators aggressively worked to paint Jackson as too liberal and soft on crime.
Statements from Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Mitt Romney of Utah all said the same thing — they might not always agree with Jackson, but they found her to be enormously well qualified for the job. Collins and Murkowski both decried increasingly partisan confirmation fights, which only worsened during the battles over Trump's three picks. Collins said the process was "broken" and Murkowski called it "corrosive" and "more detached from reality by the year."
Biden, a veteran of a more bipartisan Senate, said from the day of Breyer's retirement announcement in January that he wanted support from both parties for his history-making nominee, and he invited Republicans to the White House as he made his decision. It was an attempted reset from Trump's presidency, when Democrats vociferously opposed the three nominees, and from the end of President Barack Obama's, when Republicans blocked nominee Merrick Garland from getting a vote.
Once sworn in, Jackson will be the second youngest member of the court after Barrett, 50. She will join a court on which no one is yet 75, the first time that has happened in nearly 30 years.
Jackson's first term will be marked by cases involving race, both in college admissions and voting rights. She has pledged to sit out the court's consideration of Harvard's admissions program since she is a member of its board of overseers. But the court could split off a second case involving a challenge to the University of North Carolina's admissions process, which might allow her to weigh in on the issue.
Judith Browne Dianis, executive director the Advancement Project, a civil rights organization, said Jackson's confirmation will make the court more reflective of communities that are most impacted by the judiciary.
"The highest court in the land now will have a firsthand perspective of how the law impacts communities of color — via voting rights, police misconduct, abortion access, housing discrimination or the criminal legal system, among other issues," she said. "This will ultimately benefit all Americans."
Republicans spent the confirmation hearings strongly questioning her sentencing record, including the sentences she handed down in child pornography cases, which they argued were too light. Jackson declared that "nothing could be further from the truth" and explained her reasoning in detail. Democrats said she was in line with other judges in her decisions.
The GOP questioning in the Judiciary Committee showed the views of many Republicans, though, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who said in a floor speech Wednesday that Jackson "never got tough once in this area."
Democrats criticized the Republicans' questioning.
"You could try and create a straw man here, but it does not hold," said New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker at the committee's vote earlier this week. The panel deadlocked on the nomination 11-11, but the Senate voted to discharge it from committee and moved ahead with her confirmation.
In an impassioned moment during the hearings last month, Booker, who is Black, told Jackson that he felt emotional watching her testify. He said he saw "my ancestors and yours" in her image.
"But don't worry, my sister," Booker said. "Don't worry. God has got you. And how do I know that? Because you're here, and I know what it's taken for you to sit in that seat."
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WASHINGTON — As Tax Day approaches, the IRS is reminding filers about the most common reasons for why it may take longer than expected to get their refunds.
The IRS has repeatedly said most federal refunds are issued within three weeks for those who file electronically and choose direct deposit.
But the agency stressed Thursday that some payments may take longer than 21 days and "taxpayers shouldn't rely on getting a refund by a certain date."
The Internal Revenue Service said Thursday one reason is that "some returns have errors or need more review and may take longer to process."
What can delay getting your tax refund?
The IRS is urging filers to double-check their taxes before submitting them, because any issues could delay them being filed.
Specifically, delays can happen if the return has errors, is incomplete, or if the filer is affected by identity theft or fraud.
It's also possible for a return to get delayed if the 2021 child tax credit or recovery rebate credit aren't accounted for.
RELATED: Yes, you need to claim the child tax credit on your 2021 return, even if you got advance payments
Other, more niche claims on a tax return could impact the return date as well.
Despite this year's tax season starting on Jan. 24, earlier than usual, the "great resignation" of employees across the U.S. has left the IRS with a shortage of workers. At the start of tax season, around 200 open positions were listed on the IRS recruiting website. That number remains about the same as of April 7.
Tony Reardon, president of the National Treasury Employees Union that represents IRS workers, said the agency “has a hard time recruiting because they’re up against Burger King or McDonald’s,” which offer similar pay without requiring workers to “deal with confusing rules and regulations.”
How can I track my tax return?
To check the status of your tax refund, you can use the IRS Where's My Refund? tool. The online portal becomes available 24 hours after a return is filed electronically. Anybody who filed paper forms should wait up to four weeks before checking the online tool.
If you filed electronically and haven't heard anything in at least 21 days or filed by mail and it's been at least six weeks, IRS representatives on the phone or at Taxpayer Assistance Centers can help research your refund status.
Representatives at various taxpayer assistance centers can be contacted after these time periods elapse, and numbers for the call centers are available in the Where's My Refund? portal.
When is the tax deadline? When is tax day?
The usual deadline to file your taxes is April 15, but it's pushed back when it falls on a weekend or holiday.
So this year, Tax Day is actually Monday, April 18.
That's because Emancipation Day, April 16, falls on a Saturday, so it's being observed in Washington, D.C., on April 15 this year. Because April 15 is a legal holiday in D.C., the tax return deadline can't be then.
While the Monday due date might give you a sigh of relief, it doesn't mean to wait.
The IRS says it is still working through tax forms from 2020, when they processed more than 240 million returns. Experts expect the delays this year to stretch for weeks, if not months, for many Americans.
That is especially true for those who file at the last minute, because those returns typically get processed last.
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Wendy Schlosser, the temporary principal of Royhart Middle School has been approved as the school’s permanent principal. It was made official at the Royhart school board meeting on Wednesday.
Schlosser feels that being a school principal gives her the chance to positively benefit an entire school in the way a teacher can benefit their own class.
“As a teacher, you’re able to affect a small group of kids each year,” said Schlosser. “Going into the administration, you’re able to affect an entire building, change the way things happen, change the way education is perceived in the school and in the community.”
Schlosser has been acting as the school’s temporary principal since last July, when a vacancy was created by the school’s former principal, Danielle Alterio, leaving the area. At the time, Schlosser was earning an administrative certification from Niagara University. The school board gave her a chance as an interim principal to see how she would manage.
Schlosser started as a Royhart Middle School teacher in 2009, and taught 5th grade social studies as well as language arts. She also spent some time as a 6th grade reading teacher, and during the Covid pandemic she started teaching 6th grade science as well.
“I was certified as an elementary education teacher,” said Schlosser. “So you really need to have that little bit of knowledge in everything in order to make your entire classroom work.”
Since she’s become principal, Schlosser has given credit to the staff at Royhart Middle in helping her make the transition from teacher to administrator, which she considered to be her biggest challenge in the job so far.
“The staff here is amazing,” said Schlosser. “They have taken me on and lifted me up so I can make the difficult decisions that need to be made.”
Schlosser feels ready to take on the responsibilities as a principal, feels eager to see how her students grow, and is grateful that she has excellent people working with her to help her along the way.
“There’s so much going on, so many good things happening,” said Schlosser. “and we owe it all to our teachers who want to push these initiatives forward. It’s a lot of fun to watch, and a lot of fun to support.”
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In late March, some Verizon mobile users reported getting a suspicious text message, made all the more alarming by its sender: the user’s own phone number.
Verizon customers on Reddit, Twitter and Verizon’s community forum all shared similar stories saying they received the suspicious message. The text message Verizon customers described said some version of: “Free Msg: Your bill is paid for March. Thanks, here’s a little gift for you,” and then included a link.
THE QUESTION
Did Verizon send mobile customers a payment confirmation text message from the customers’ own phone numbers?
THE SOURCES
THE ANSWER
No, Verizon did not send mobile customers a payment confirmation text from the customers’ own phone numbers. Verizon said the messages came from “bad actors.”
WHAT WE FOUND
Verizon mobile customers reported receiving the confusing text messages that appeared to come from their own phone numbers on March 28. People who clicked on the link in the text said in community forum posts they were directed to one of two places: Either a website offering a “free” tech gift in exchange for filling out a survey and providing credit card information, or a Russian news website.
Verizon confirmed it did not send the text messages, and the messages were from what they called “bad actors.”
“Verizon has blocked the source of the recent text messaging scheme in which bad actors were sending fraudulent text messages to Verizon customers,” a Verizon spokesperson confirmed to VERIFY. “In this case, the text messages sent appeared to come from the recipient's own number.”
As to one of the links that redirected to a Russian news website, the Verizon spokesperson said: “We have no indication of Russian involvement or that any of our customers' phones were compromised.”
The New Jersey Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell called the texts a “SMiShing campaign,” which is an attempt to trick someone over text messages. The organization also said the text messages targeted customers of providers who piggyback off of Verizon’s network, such as Spectrum. It said a similar campaign targeted AT&T customers in August 2021. Posts dated to that time from AT&T’s community forum shows customers received text messages with nearly identical wording to the one Verizon customers recently received.
The fraudulent text messages are typically designed to trick people into handing over personal or financial information to scammers.
Additionally, several Verizon customer support representatives who replied to the community thread about the text messages said the messages used a tactic called “caller ID spoofing.” This tactic is more commonly used with spam calls.
“Scam artists now use technology to make a person's caller ID show their own name and phone number — making it appear as though a person is calling him or herself,” the Minnesota Attorney General’s office warns. “These scam artists are falsifying — or ‘spoofing’ — caller ID information. Spoofing scams are often perpetrated by criminal gangs located outside the state or country attempting to mask their identity and evade law enforcement.”
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TIJUANA, Mexico — Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees arriving daily have a message for family and friends in Europe: The fastest route to settle in the United States is booking a flight to Mexico.
A loose volunteer coalition, largely from Slavic churches in the western United States, is guiding hundreds of refugees daily from the airport in the Mexican border city of Tijuana to hotels, churches and shelters, where they wait two to four days for U.S officials to admit them on humanitarian parole. In less than two weeks, volunteers worked with U.S. and Mexican officials to build a remarkably efficient and expanding network to provide food, security, transportation, and shelter.
The volunteers, who wear blue and yellow badges to represent the Ukrainian flag but have no group name or leader, started a waiting list on notepads and later switched to a mobile app normally used to track church attendance. Ukrainians are told to report to a U.S. border crossing as their numbers approach, a system that organizers liken to waiting for a restaurant table.
"We feel so lucky, so blessed," said Tatiana Bondarenko, who traveled through Moldova, Romania, Austria and Mexico before arriving Tuesday in San Diego with her husband and children, ages 8, 12, and 15. Her final destination was Sacramento, California, to live with her mother, who she hadn't seen in 15 years.
Another Ukrainian family posed nearby for photos under a U.S. Customs and Border Protection sign at San Diego's San Ysidro port of entry, the busiest crossing between the U.S. and Mexico. Volunteers under a blue canopy offered snacks while refugees waited for family to pick them up or for buses to take them to a nearby church.
At the Tijuana airport, weary travelers who enter Mexico as tourists in Mexico City or Cancun are directed to a makeshift lounge in the terminal with a sign in black marker that reads, "Only for Ukrainian Refugees." It is the only place to register to enter the U.S.
About 400 Ukrainians were admitted to the United States Wednesday in San Diego, while about 700 more arrived in Tijuana, according to volunteers who manage the waiting list. That imbalance lengthens the waiting list, which stood at 973 families or single adults Tuesday.
U.S officials told volunteers they aim to admit about 550 Ukrainians daily as processing moves to a nearby crossing that is temporarily closed to the public. CBP didn't provide numbers in response to questions about operations and plans, saying only that it has expanded facilities in San Diego to deal with humanitarian cases.
"We realized we had a problem that the government wasn't going to solve, so we solved it," said Phil Metzger, pastor of Calvary Church in the San Diego suburb of Chula Vista, where about 75 members host Ukrainian families and another 100 refugees sleep on air mattresses and pews.
Metzger, whose pastoral work has taken him to Ukraine and Hungary, calls the operation "duct tape and glue" but refugees prefer it to overwhelmed European countries, where millions of Ukrainians have settled.
The Biden administration has said it will accept up to 100,000 Ukrainians but Mexico is the only route producing big numbers. Appointments at U.S. consulates in Europe are scarce, and refugee resettlement takes time.
The administration set a refugee resettlement cap of 125,000 in the 12-month period that ends Sept. 30 but accepted only 8,758 by March 31, including 704 Ukrainians. In the previous year, it capped refugee resettlement at 62,500 but took only 11,411, including 803 Ukrainians.
The administration paroled more than 76,000 Afghans through U.S. airports in response to the departure of American troops last year, but nothing similar is afoot for Ukrainians. Parole, which grants temporary protection from deportation, is generally given for two years for Afghans and one year for Ukrainians.
Oksana Dugnyk, 36, hesitated to leave her home in Bucha but acquiesced to her husband's wishes before Russian troops invaded the town and left behind streets strewn with corpses. The couple worried about violence in Mexico with three young children but the robust presence of volunteers in Tijuana reassured them and a friend in Ohio agreed to host them.
"So far, so good," Dugnyk said a day after arriving at a Tijuana gymnasium that the city government opened for about 400 Ukrainians to sleep on a basketball court. "We have food. We have a place to stay. We hope everything will be fine."
Alerted by text message or social media, Ukrainians are summoned to a grassy hill and bus shelter near the border crossing hours before their numbers are called. The city government opened the bus shelter to protect Ukrainians from torrential rain.
Angelina Mykyta, a college student in Kyiv, acknowledged nerves as her number neared. She fled to Warsaw after the invasion but decided to take a chance on the United States because she wanted to settle with a pastor she knows in Kalispell, Montana.
"I think we'll be OK," she said while waiting to be escorted from the camp of hundreds of Ukrainians to their final stop in Mexico — a small area with a few dozen folding chairs within earshot of U.S. officials. Some refuse to drink at the final stop, fearing they will have to go to the bathroom and miss their turn.
Lulls end when CBP officers approach: "We need a family." "Give me three more." "Singles, we need singles." A volunteer ensures orderly movement.
The arrival of Ukrainians comes as the Biden administration prepares for much larger numbers when pandemic-related asylum limits for all nationalities end May 23. Since March 2020, the U.S. has used Title 42 authority, named for a 1944 public health law, to suspend rights to seek asylum under U.S. law and international treaty.
Metzger, the Chula Vista pastor, said his church cannot long continue its 24-hour-a-day pace helping refugees, and suspects U.S. authorities will not adopt what volunteers have done.
"If you make something go smooth, then everybody's going to come," he said. "We're making it so easy. Eventually I'm sure they'll say, 'No, we're done.'"
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Congress passed two bipartisan bills on Thursday to punish Russia for invading Ukraine, suspending normal trade relations with the country and banning oil, coal and natural gas from it.
The Senate unanimously voted for both bills. The House passed the first 420-3 and the second 413-9. Only three members -- Republican Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, Thomas Massie of Kentucky, and Matt Gaetz of Florida -- opposed both bills.
They now go to President Joe Biden for his signature, after he called for the punitive measures last month.
While the House had already overwhelmingly passed similar bills, the Senate had been mired for weeks over the legislation, making some changes and requiring the House to vote again on Thursday. Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul objected to proposed changes to the Global Magnitsky Act, fearing that the new language would give too much power to the executive branch to pursue those accused of human rights abuses.
The Senate eventually gave in to Paul's demands, retaining the more narrowly defined statute regarding human rights violations but made the language permanent despite the wishes of some Republicans.
"Today, as Putin commits war crimes against the people of Ukraine, unanimous passage of permanent GloMag reauthorization sends a strong signal to him and other dictators and kleptocrats that there will be personal consequences for human rights violators and corrupt actors," said Maryland Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin. "The United States of America sets no time limit on defending human rights and battling corruption."
The trade relations and energy ban bills are the latest efforts by Congress to crack down on Russia and help Ukraine during the conflict. Last night, the Senate passed a bill to more quickly provide military aid to Ukraine.
The moves from Congress come a day after the administration announced sanctions on Russia's largest financial institutions and number of individuals tied to the Kremlin, including Russian President Vladimir Putin's two adult daughters, as it looks to increase economic pressure on Russia and Putin himself following horrific images from the Ukrainian city of Bucha.
The US also announced sanctions on the wife and daughter of Putin's foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov. The United Kingdom later announced its own sanctions, and the European Union was expected to follow suit as well, ramping up Western pressure on Moscow as the war enters its second month.
This story has been updated with additional developments Thursday.
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The Manhattan district attorney said Thursday the criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump and his company is continuing with prosecutors reviewing new evidence, dismissing speculation that the case was closed following the high-profile departure of two senior prosecutors.
"Investigations are not linear. So we are following the leads in front of us, and that's what we're doing," Alvin Bragg Jr. told CNN in an interview. "The investigation is very much ongoing."
The comments from Bragg, a former federal prosecutor and assistant New York attorney general, are aimed at ending speculation that he has shut down the long-running investigation and comes six weeks after the prosecutors departed and Trump's lawyers all but declared victory.
Bragg said he wanted the public to understand that he's restrained from discussing "the meat" of the investigation but he said when it's over he will inform the public about his conclusion -- whether it's an indictment or closing the case without charges.
Bragg wouldn't place a timeline on the case saying investigations are not "linear."
"When I was at the Attorney General's office as chief deputy overseeing the entire office, I led the team that brought the successful litigation against the former president and the Trump Foundation. So I do what's put before me. That's what I've done as a career prosecutor, follow the facts and we'll go where they take us and that's what we're doing each and every day in the office," Bragg said.
He also said he would leave "no stone unturned" in the Trump investigation.
Bragg's first three months in office have been clouded by a rise in crime in New York, a "Day One" memo that put him at odds with the New York Police Department, and the resignation of the veteran prosecutors leading the Trump investigation: Mark Pomerantz and Carey Dunne.
In late February, they resigned after Bragg said he would not authorize them to seek criminal charges from the special grand jury at that time, CNN reported.
In his resignation letter, which was reviewed by CNN, Pomerantz said he believed Trump was guilty of numerous felonies and Bragg's decision to not move forward with an indictment at the time was "wrong" and a "grave failure of justice."
"I believed that your decision not to prosecute Donald Trump now, and on the existing record, is misguided and completely contrary to the public interest," Pomerantz added.
Pomerantz also said that the office had "evidence sufficient to establish Mr. Trump's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt... I also do not believe that suspending the investigation pending future developments will lead to a stronger case or dispel your reluctance to bring charges."
He also said: "I and others believe that your decision not to authorize prosecution now will doom any future prospects that Mr. Trump will be prosecuted for the criminal conduct we have been investigating."
Separately on Thursday, New York Attorney General Letitia James asked a state court on Thursday to hold Trump in civil contempt for allegedly failing to comply with a court order that he turn over certain documents for her investigation.
Inherited investigation from previous DA
Pomerantz, who was semi-retired, was recruited by the previous district attorney, Cyrus Vance, for his expertise in complex financial investigations. Last summer Vance announced charges against the Trump Organization and its chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg, alleging they were engaged in a 15-year tax fraud scheme. The company and Weisselberg have pleaded not guilty.
Vance had authorized the attorneys on the team to present evidence to the grand jury late last year, but he did not seek an indictment. Those close to Vance say he wanted to leave the decision to Bragg. Others say the decision was an attempt to box Bragg into bringing the case early in his tenure. The special grand jury is set to expire in April, although it could be extended, or a new grand jury could be seated to hear evidence.
Since late last year, at least three career prosecutors asked to move off the investigation, which by the fall had narrowed its focus into the accuracy of the Trump Organization's financial statements, which were provided to lenders, insurers and others. They were concerned that the investigation was moving too quickly, without clear evidence to support possible charges, people familiar with the investigation said.
Prosecutors encountered several hurdles to their investigation, mainly they did not have a cooperator, a key insider, who could testify that Trump knew the financial statements included false information. In addition to proving Trump had criminal intent, some of the prosecutors also believed there were issues with the financial statements themselves, which included caveats that they were not audited and did not necessarily follow US accounting rules.
In addition, none of the lenders lost money on the loans they extended to the Trump Organization, these people said. And many of them conducted their own review and risk assessment.
This story has been updated with additional comments from Bragg.
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When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Kim Calichio and her husband, like many people, saw their lives change overnight.
A former restaurant chef, Calichio had built a cooking and gardening business that halted completely, leaving her with no income. Her husband, Omar, also a chef, continued his restaurant job, working in close quarters that put him at risk amid the spreading virus.
"My husband and I were like, at least I can get unemployment," Calichio said. "Where there are five to 15 people that we know who aren't going to have that."
In an industry where people typically live paycheck to paycheck and many don't qualify for unemployment benefits, Calichio knew many restaurant workers wouldn't have a safety net to fall back on.
"I had a choice to either sit here in my house and be overwhelmed," she said, "or, I can do whatever it is that I could possibly do without thinking about whether it's going to work or not."
So, in early March 2020, the couple started a GoFundMe with the idea of purchasing fresh, healthy groceries wholesale and delivering them directly to those in need in their Astoria, Queens, community.
Within a week, they raised $10,000.
"We thought the pandemic was going to be over in two weeks," Calichio said. "So, we were like, 'We'll spend this 10 grand and then we'll go back to work.' And that never happened."
Right away, they realized the need extended well beyond their restaurant community, and the program quickly grew to serve anyone in Queens. And so, the non-profit The Connected Chef was born.
"We knew that we lived in a community that ... has a big disparity," she said. "And we wanted to bridge the gap between those who had and those who didn't."
The Connected Chef purchases most of its food from local farms. Grocery boxes are packed and then delivered by volunteers and staff directly to recipients' homes.
"We wanted to be able to do this in a way that was dignified and wasn't having people wait in a pantry line for four hours to wonder if they're even going to get food," Calichio said.
The organization delivers free groceries to 550 households each week and has 700 more on a waitlist. A household can stay in the program for as long as they need.
"When you are food-insecure, you're not food-insecure just for a week and then you get food and then everything is better again," Calichio said. "And so we wanted to make sure that we were a source of reliability."
Calichio's says her measure of success is the 125 households that have come off the free program. They are now in a better place where they can buy groceries on their own or opt into The Connected Chef's sliding scale program and pay what they can afford.
Although this work started in response to the pandemic, for Calichio, it is far from over.
"We still have families calling us and thanking us, saying 'If we didn't have your groceries, we wouldn't have food,'" she said. "Until we're able to create something that is self-sustaining and can be replicated, this work will continue."
CNN's Meg Dunn spoke with Calichio about her work. Below is an edited version of their conversation.
CNN: What made you worry about your fellow restaurant workers when restaurants started to shut down in 2020?
Kim Calichio: The majority of people who are working in restaurants are living paycheck to paycheck. It is largely made up of an immigrant community as well. So, a lot of individuals don't qualify for unemployment benefits. We knew that people were in dire need. When I say in a week's time my fridge is going to be empty, that was literally the position people were in.
There was no waiting, either. We didn't have time to say, "Okay, let's set up this. And let's figure this out." Like, people needed food yesterday. And we needed to figure out how to help them.
CNN: Why is it important to you to purchase local produce?
Calichio: We source 80% of the produce from local farms in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Food is a central point in so many ways, but it also intersects with environmental justice and labor justice. On top of building something, we didn't want to be sourcing our ingredients from companies that were based in extraction. And we wanted to make sure that we're, as much as we possibly can, supporting small farms.
We're working really hard to support BIPOC farmers as well -- and make sure that where we're getting our food from is not supporting this large, big, agricultural business.
CNN: How have you set up your non-profit to work differently from other organizations?
Calichio: Our goal is to create a community-rooted food system -- from where the food is grown to how it gets to families' homes. And every step of the way in between, we need to make sure that there's equity. That includes our staff and our team doing this work. It didn't make sense for us to build an organization where we have executives who are getting paid top-dollar. So, everybody on our team gets paid $20 an hour. Some of us work more or less hours than others. But the pay rate is the same. And when we get a raise, we all get a raise together.
My hope is that this work provides a model of doing things differently -- for communities all over to be able to see what we're doing and realize that it's possible and we don't have to do things business-as-usual.
Want to get involved? Check out The Connected Chef's website and see how to help.
To donate to The Connected Chef via GoFundMe, click here
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The chief of the embattled Aurora, Colorado, police department -- who took over during the fallout over death of Elijah McClain -- was fired Wednesday amid concerns that the city's manager said were about management and leadership.
"There are two main themes that continue to rise up as top of concerns: overall management and overall leadership," City Manager Jim Twombly said at a news conference, adding that he would not get into specifics, but "it's an overall evaluation based on a lot of input."
The decision to fire chief Vanessa Wilson raised concerns among at least one city council member who says the city manager was under pressure to fire the chief. Wilson's attorney pointed to an editorial in a local newspaper, published Wednesday, that called the move a "political hit job."
The announcement comes weeks after an outside consulting firm -- which has also come under scrutiny -- released a preliminary report in mid-March that "identified an issue of significant concern regarding backlogged police records," a report that Twombly said was not the reason for Wilson's firing, and again puts the Aurora Police Department in the national spotlight.
The department has been reeling for years after three of its officers were indicted on charges of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of McClain, a 23-year-old Black man who was stopped in August 2019 by police while walking home from a store, placed in a carotid hold and then injected with ketamine. The move led to a 14-month investigation by the state's attorney general that determined the department has a pattern of practicing racially biased policing and excessive force, and has failed to record legally required information when interacting with the community.
Twombly had announced the decision in a statement earlier Wednesday, saying Wilson had been relieved of her duties and the city had launched a search for a new police chief effective immediately. Twombly said Aurora Police Division Chief Chris Juul will take over the job of chief in the interim.
"It is clear that Chief Wilson has prioritized community involvement," Twombly said in a statement provided to CNN and published on the city website. "However, the police chief also needs to effectively manage the operations of the department, effectively engage with staff, build morale, and validate employee feedback."
"This, as I said in my opening statement, is based on my evaluation of the situation, my discussion with officers, my review of the report that came out on the record situation, and then the overall evaluation that I've made," Twombly added during the news conference.
Hundreds of backlogged cases, report finds
The preliminary evaluation found more than 2,500 backlogged records at the Aurora Police Department, according to the report written by Ed Claughton.
"As a result of the delays in processing police reports, violent crimes reported to the Aurora Police Department may not be investigated for months, enabling suspects who might otherwise have been investigated and taken into custody, to re-offend," Claughton wrote.
The backlogged cases, more than 1,000 of which are from 2021, include those involving murder and child abuse, according to the report.
"The Aurora Police Department would face significant scrutiny and liability in the event a suspect commits a murder or other violent crime who otherwise would have been taken into custody were it not for the transcription queue," Claughton wrote.
On Tuesday, Twombly issued a statement calling the preliminary findings "alarming."
"The issues it identified are patently unacceptable. While the consultant discusses them in terms of liability, I see them as a risk and danger to our officers and the community," he said.
Twombly went back and forth on the weight of the report in Wilson's firing.
In an exchange with a reporter, Twombly said Wilson "wasn't fired because of the records problem."
"It really comes down to a lack of confidence in my, on my part for her to be able to lead the department," he said at one point.
Official says city manager may have been pressured to fire chief
Asked whether he was "essentially told by city council that if you didn't fire Vanessa Wilson, they would fire you," Twombly said no. "I've never been told that by council. I've certainly heard rumors to that effect; I've never been told that."
Juan Marcano, City of Aurora Council Member for Ward IV, told CNN the city manager was pressured to fire Wilson.
"I can tell you from my perspective, I absolutely have confidence that he was pressured by the more vocal members of our Republican majority to get rid of Chief Wilson, or basically they would try to get rid of him," he said. "This is, pure and simple, a retaliation against a police chief that was aggressively trying to reform our department's culture after our community rose up and demanded it."
Wilson's attorney, Paula Greisen, directed CNN to an editorial published Wednesday in Sentinel Colorado calling the report a "clear political hit job" and alleging ideological biases at the consulting firm that conducted the report.
"Why a city like Aurora -- in the thick of state mandated police reform and trying to dig out from under of a mountain of documented police scandals, many of them focusing on systemic racism -- would hire a consultant who is a self-proclaimed warrior against police reform, Black Lives Matters demands and other 'woke' concerns, is befuddling," the editorial board wrote.
The editorial alleged an anti-police reform lean to Claughton's investigation,
Twombly said in the news conference that PRI Management Group, the consulting firm that Claughton works for, was selected through a process where Aurora city employees examined work that it and another organization had done, and in evaluations PRI scored higher.
"They addressed the issues that we wanted to address, and they had done similar studies in the past," he said.
Asked whether he had any concerns about Claughton's posts on social media, Twombly said he had been unaware.
"I didn't know about those until yesterday. We don't generally, not generally, we don't ever check political backgrounds of consultants that we hire. What they've posted, or, we don't do a litmus test on whether they're conservative or Democrat or whatever."
In a statement provided to CNN by email, PRI Management Group specified it was conducting a staffing study for the City of Aurora which is still in progress, and that the study is not aimed at specific employees.
"This study did not include evaluating individual employee performance, nor was our work in any way, shape, or form, intended to disparage, smear, evaluate, or impact the employment of the Chief of Police," the statement said.
"To suggest anything to the contrary, or to politicize this matter, is very unfortunate."
CNN has reached out to Claughton for comment.
Marcano said Wilson became interim chief in January 2020, after the deputy chief, in line to take over from the retiring chief, resigned following a "cover-up" for another officer. "Leadership passed to then-interim Chief Vanessa Wilson, who eventually became chief of police," he told CNN.
"This was at a time where our community was reeling from the murder of Elijah McLean and was demanding accountability. That was further amplified then by the murder of George Floyd, and demands for police reform and accountability nationwide."
Marcano said he thought Wilson "earned the ire" of the Aurora Police Association, the union that represents the city's police officers, while working on reform, "and I'm disappointed because I think that those reactionary forces have won with these actions of our city manager today."
Support for firing decision
In a statement released Wednesday, the Aurora Police Association said it had been made aware of the firing and "fully supports" the decision.
"We look forward to working closely with a new incoming administration, prioritizing the morale of the officers, leadership of the Administration, and service to the citizens of Aurora," the association said.
Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman said in the news conference Wednesday that he supported Wilson's initial hire, but the report changed things.
"She, I thought, was the right person at the right time for this city, that we were going through a pretty challenging time in terms of restoring the trust in our community," he said.
"I think she was instrumental not only in gaining that trust back but also in setting the department on a path for reform."
"I had some concerns as the situation changed in Aurora and crime became an increasing issue about her leadership, but I'll say this, that my concerns never rose to a level of saying that we ought to replace the police chief," Coffman said.
"However, this report about the critical role of records and the lack of leadership and making sure that that process worked effectively, I think compromised the public safety of our city, and I think that was and is a monumental failure of leadership."
For his part, Twombly said Wilson "excelled" as a leader in the community.
"In terms of the many crises that we have experienced, I think she did very well in responding to those. I think obviously that was her strength, and she deserves accolades for that. But as I said, there's more to managing a police department than that aspect of it."
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This week’s episode explores how the upheaval of the last two years has altered one futurist’s outlook of what’s ahead for higher education.
This week we revisit one of our most-listened-to episodes, about a perennial issue.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, student academic misconduct spiked, and an episode of The Key explored the reasons why and steps colleges and professors might take to combat it. The issue hasn’t gone away, even though a lot of instruction has returned to the physical classroom. So this week we revisit the February 2021 conversations, which remain timely and relevant.
First up is Bradley Davis, associate director of the office of student conduct at North Carolina State University, who discusses the steps the university took in response to a roughly three-fold increase in academic misconduct cases NC State experienced in the wake of the shift to remote learning. In the second half of the episode, we bring in some national context through a conversation with two experts on academic integrity and learning. David Rettinger is a professor of psychological science and Director of Academic Integrity Programs at the University of Mary Washington, as well as president emeritus of the International Center for Academic Integrity. Kate McConnell is assistant vice president for research and assessment and director of the Value Institute at the Association of American Colleges and Universities.
Hosted by Inside Higher Ed Editor Doug Lederman.
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5 Ways That I’m Bad at Slack
Why the problem is likely with the user and not the tool.
I don’t like Slack.
The platform has become just another place to check, another distraction from getting focused work done.
I’ve come to suspect that my problems with Slack have more to do with my failings than the tool.
Most of my colleagues seem to do great with Slack. For them, Slack appears to have improved communications and productivity.
Perhaps what needs to happen is that I need to get better at Slack. Once that happens, I will like Slack better.
Here are five ways that I can think of where my Slack skills are deficient:
1. The Mistake of Using Slack Like Email
I seem to be Slacking in the same way that I do email. I’m not that great at email. My email messages are usually too long. That deficit translates to Slack.
Slack, nor email, are the right places to work out what one thinks. For anyone who thinks by writing, both email and Slack are bad. You need to know what you want to say in both mediums and say it concisely.
2. Having Little Skills in Slack Small Talk
I’m not particularly good at small talk in real life. I wish I were better. Truly. That blind spot seems to translate into Slack.
People who are good at Slack seem to know how to pitch the conversation. Good Slackers are good at reading the digital room.
3. Not Having the Discipline to Stay Off Slack
One of my problems with Slack is that I’m on Slack. Or at least on Slack too often. Maybe Slack would be better in small and controlled doses if I had the discipline to read and write Slack messages maybe twice a day. First thing in the morning and last thing at the end of the day.
Doing less Slack may make me feel as if Slack is not detracting from concentrated work and sustained thinking.
But isn’t the point of Slack to be sort of like near real-time conversations? Is it possible to have less structured Slack-type communications while also not spending time and brainpower on Slack?
4. Not Knowing All the Power User Slack Tricks
People who like Slack seem to be facile with the tool. They seem to move easily through channels and find the information they need. They do fancy things like initiate Zoom conversations from Slack.
It must just be me, but I’ve always found the user interface of Slack somewhat baffling.
5. Challenged to Do Two Things at Once
One Slack thing I’ve noticed is that the tool seems to have become a backchannel. Colleagues Slack to each other while in Zoom meetings. (The private chat function in Zoom is too easy to screw up and accidentally chat to the wrong person or everyone in the meeting). So Slack seems like a safer place.
I’ve tried to do this also, this Slack backchanneling in Zoom. Whenever I backchannel in Slack, I lose the thread of what gets discussed in Zoom.
Good Slack users can do more than one thing at once.
What about you?
Do you like Slack? Are you good at Slack? How did you get good at Slack?
What does one do when they are bad at a tool that most everyone else likes and uses well?
Are there other digital tools like Slack that your colleagues have adopted and mastered and that you can’t seem to figure out?
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SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — There are numerous locally-owned restaurants in Siouxland, and each of them has that one item that instantly comes to mind when you hear their names. KCAU 9’s newest story franchise, “Dishing Siouxland,” is here to find the story behind that one dish that locally-owned restaurants are known for.
Jitters, located at the edge of downtown Sioux City, has been in business since 1999 and has developed over time into the café we know today. While the name might make you think of coffee, Owner Sarah Kragthorpe said they’re known for their donuts.
The donuts are a simple recipe, according to Kragthorpe. By mixing a vanilla cake doughnut flour with water and putting them in the frier, Jitters can make eight donuts a minute.
“The guys come in around 3 or 4 o’clock and make the frosting and then get the machine turned on and warmed up,” said Kragthorpe, “and usually, you know, certainly by 5 o’clock [the machines] are running and hopefully we have full racks by the time we open at 7 a.m.”
There are approximately 25 dozen (300 donuts) on a full rack and Kragthorp said they aim to start the day with two full racks.
On a weekday, the team makes at least 75 to 80 dozen (900 to 960 individual donuts), and on the weekends they make at least 150 to 175 dozen (1,800 to 2,100 individual donuts).
Kragthorpe stated that the process of making donuts is fairly easy, but there are some things that could make a doughnut taste different than they should.
“There are all kinds of factors that are involved,” said Kragthorpe, “Humidity, the temperature of the machine how the dough is mixed. There are a lot of things that can potentially go wrong. Usually, that happens if you have someone who’s new, that hasn’t had the experience, and they may, you know, not mix long enough or they may overmix, or their grease level is too low, so they come out flat. There’s, you know, the temperature and humidity can affect it as well.”
Sometimes, the hardest part of making the donuts can be chalked up to mechanical problems, according to Kragthorpe. Other times it can be incorrect deliveries, or even supply chain issues.
“Last week, they shorted me eight bags of flour on the truck,” said Kragthorpe, “So, I had to drive to Sioux Center to borrow some from somebody else, and you know, right now, there’s a supply chain issue, and we scramble anyway, but it’s exceptionally difficult right now to just get supplies, and when we don’t have them, and we have customers come in anticipating, they don’t care if we have a machine problem. They just care that we don’t have donuts. So, it disappoints our customers, and that’s never good.”
Despite the struggles, Kragthorpe and her team at Jitters continue to bring Siouxland their favorite homemade donuts with a smile.
“We just appreciate the great support we get from the Siouxland Community,” said Kragthorpe, “We’re just thrilled to make people happy.”
The decor of the restaurant matches the smell of donuts and coffee with donuts painted on the walls and front counter, but Jitters wasn’t always known for its sweet treats.
“We, the first ten years, did just our food menu and a lot of catering as well,” said Kragthorpe, “Then in 2009, we moved to our location in Leeds and started with the Sunshine donuts.”
Kragthorpe said their first location could have been found in the Indian Hills Shopping Center before moving next door to Sunshine Foods, a locally-owned grocery store that has since closed.
“Sunshine had eight stores at one time, all-around Sioux City, and then one by one they closed,” said Kragthorpe, “The last location was the one that my first location was next door to, so we just were fortunate enough to get the equipment and bring it back to life.”
Kragthorpe explained that the machines help to make Jitter’s donuts more distinct than other cake donuts. The Jitters Facebook page bio even says “Remember the Sunshine donuts? Jitters has the exact machine!”
Kragthorpe added that, at one point, she even had three locations in Sioux City but felt as though she was “running around like a chicken with its head cut off” and has settled into the one little café on Virginia Street that the Siouxland community has come to know.
“Keep it simple, do what we do best,” said Kragthorpe, “The hours, you know, I don’t want to work more, right? You know, work smarter, not harder. So, we’re very happy with where we’re at right now.”
Know a locally-owned restaurant with a famous delicious dish? Email your idea to Ariel Pokett at apokett@kcautv.com.
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A Laramie County Sheriff’s Office pickup truck. Photo taken on April 5, 2022, in the parking garage used by LCSO. Jonathan Make/Wyoming Tribune Eagle
A Laramie County Sheriff’s Office patrol car. Photo taken on April 5, 2022, on the upper floor of the parking garage used by LCSO. Jonathan Make/Wyoming Tribune Eagle
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A Laramie County Sheriff’s Office patrol car. Photo taken on April 5, 2022, on the upper floor of the parking garage used by LCSO. Jonathan Make/Wyoming Tribune Eagle
CHEYENNE – The local sheriff’s deputy who was shot over the weekend has recently left the hospital, the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office has announced.
The unidentified deputy, a male who was assigned to patrol duties, had been shot Saturday amid an apparent exchange of gunfire with a suspect who was then shot to death. The deputy was taken to the intensive care unit at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, where he had been in stable condition.
On Wednesday, LCSO said the wounded deputy was discharged from CRMC. He “is resting at home, where his recovery period is expected to last several months,” the agency said in an updated written statement.
LCSO said the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation continues to investigate the deputy-involved shooting. DCI did not have any immediate update on its probe.
The sheriff’s office has not released the name of the deputy, and in recent days it has not provided additional information on the incident. Limiting the release of information during an investigation is typical among local and federal agencies.
Jonathan Make is the Wyoming Tribune Eagle’s assistant managing editor and editor of the Wyoming Business Report. He can be reached at jmake@wyomingnews.com. Follow him on Twitter @makejdm.
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CHEYENNE – Central High School graduates from the early 1970s who happened to tune into C-SPAN last month may have noticed a familiar name and face.
On March 24, Cheyenne native Jean Veta testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee during the Supreme Court nomination hearing of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. As the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit representative for the American Bar Association Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary, Veta served as a principal evaluator for Jackson in ABA's review of the judge's professional qualifications.
Veta spoke with the Wyoming Tribune Eagle this week about the experience and how she reached this point in her career.
Jackson, who was nominated for the Supreme Court by President Joe Biden, would become the first Black woman named to the high court. Jackson is expected to be confirmed soon, following announcements by three Republican U.S. senators that they would vote for her confirmation.
Veta and Federal Circuit representative Joseph M. Drayton were the lead evaluators in the ABA Standing Committee's assessment of Jackson. The full committee is made up of 18 attorneys, with at least one representative for each federal circuit court of appeals.
While members of the Standing Committee are appointed by the ABA's president, the committee is independent of the ABA. Veta was appointed to the committee a year ago.
"We are a nonpartisan group where we take an oath, I can't make any political contributions while I'm on the committee, can't engage in any political activities. And we're the only peer-based review that focuses on a nominee's professional qualifications," Veta told the WTE.
Following an unanimous vote by members of the ABA Standing Committee, Judge Jackson received the highest-possible "well qualified" rating, according to testimony and a report on the committee's review.
About 250 judges and lawyers were interviewed, with a focus on those who had firsthand knowledge of Jackson's capabilities.
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In assessing federal judicial candidates, the Standing Committee looks at three factors, Veta testified: integrity, professional competence and judicial temperament.
"Reviewers describe (Jackson's) integrity as 'beyond reproach,' 'impeccable,' and 'of the highest caliber,'" Veta testified. "As one reviewer put it, 'You write the word 'integrity,' and then you put (Jackson's) initials next to it.' Another reviewer said: 'Judge Jackson has a well-deserved reputation for the highest level of ethics and integrity.'"
When it comes to professional competence, Veta testified that "a nominee for the Supreme Court must possess exceptional professional qualifications, including an especially high degree of legal scholarship, strong analytical and writing abilities and overall excellence."
And in considering judicial temperament, the Standing Committee set out to assess Jackson's "compassion, decisiveness, open-mindedness, freedom from bias and commitment to equal justice under the law," Veta testified.
"As part of our evaluation, we considered whether Judge Jackson demonstrated any bias that favored criminal defendants. Notably, no judge, defense counsel or prosecutor expressed any concern in this regard, and they uniformly rejected any accusations of bias," she continued. "Instead, prosecutors, like the other lawyers we interviewed, praised Judge Jackson as a judge who considers all arguments before coming to a decision."
Most recently, Jackson was confirmed to the D.C. Circuit in 2021, with bipartisan support. She served as a U.S. District Court judge in Washington.
Jackson also spent time as a federal public defender, and would be the first justice with this background. She also served as a law clerk for Justice Stephen Breyer, whom she would replace on the high court following his retirement.
Veta said she was very aware of continued allegations that Jackson was "soft on crime." In surveying Jackson's peers and those familiar with her career, Veta said she took care to speak with both defense attorneys and prosecutors who had had cases before Jackson during her time as a judge.
"They were uniformly of the view that she was in no way biased toward the defense or the prosecution," Veta told the WTE.
Just being before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Veta said, facing a panel of well-known politicians seated in front of a grand white marble wall, was "thrilling and humbling."
"Also, to be there testifying in connection with the nomination of the first Black woman to the Supreme Court and realizing how important our job is – to really, you know, call it like we see it," she added.
Cheyenne roots
Born and raised in Cheyenne, Veta graduated in 1973 as Central High's valedictorian. Her father's family came to Wyoming in the early 1900s, and her father, John, and mother, Margaret, were born and raised in Cheyenne. They ran the Western Ranchman Outfitters store here.
The Vetas and her mother's family, the Pasternacks, helped form the Jewish community in Cheyenne, she said.
Veta graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1977 from Tulane University in New Orleans, later graduating from the school's law program in 1981.
When looking for a job post-law school, Veta eyed Washington, D.C.
"I wanted to work at kind of the big-time, name-brand, corporate law firm, so that's what I did," she said.
She was a partner at D.C. law firm Covington & Burling for more than 30 years before earning the title "senior counsel." Veta said she represents banks and their leadership when they "get in trouble with the government, and/or advise them on compliance issues to help them stay out of trouble with their regulators."
From 1998 to 2000, Veta served as deputy general counsel for the U.S. Department of Education under former President Bill Clinton, and from 2000 to 2001 as the deputy associate attorney general in the U.S. Department of Justice. She returned to Covington & Burling as a partner following her departure from the Clinton administration.
Veta credits her education in Cheyenne's schools with setting her up for later endeavors. She said she was active in speech and debate in high school, even making it twice to the national tournament. She loved the "analytical, logical thinking" it involved, and said she likes having to think on her feet.
These skills may have contributed to her interest in attending law school and, ultimately, a successful career in law.
"(My public education), without question, prepared me for additional steps I took academically and professionally," she said. "The ability to think and to understand how to learn was something that was clearly taught to me in the Cheyenne public schools.
"Growing up in Cheyenne taught me the importance of learning how we need to treat each other respectfully, even if we don't agree," Veta continued, "and to be open to hearing and listening to differing views."
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Twenty alleged Bronx gang members were indicted Thursday in connection to a series of violent assaults and shootings over a more-than-three-year span in the “drill rap scene,” officials said.
“These defendants terrorized residents of the Fordham/Bedford Park neighborhoods who were forced to run for their lives as bullets flew,” Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark said announcing the takedown.
The joint operation between the DA’s office and the NYPD resulted in an 82-count indictment against the alleged members of the G-Side/Drilly gang, a subset of Bloods Sex Money Murder.
Law enforcement alleges the gang’s violent acts left two dead and six others wounded — and they would brag about the bloodshed in music videos online.
Thirteen of the alleged members had already been charged in heinous acts of violence — including a shooting inside a Bronx barbershop, when then-18-year-old Brandon Beltres and an unnamed teen allegedly opened fire on their target in October 2021.
The brazen shooting was captured on surveillance video.
The new court docs also indicted 20-year-old Precious Williams and a teen boy, who allegedly shot Delila Vásquez, 20, in the forehead, killing her inside an apartment on Hull Avenue.
The indictment led to the arrangement of seven other alleged members who were out on the street for various crimes.
“We vow to keep dismantling gangs and crews, and working hard to prevent the senseless violence so often associated with their activities,” Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said.
Mayor Eric Adams has railed against the drill rap scene, and even called on social media outlets to ban the genre, which he says glorifies violence. He even held a meeting with members of the scene at City Hall in February.
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WHS Distinguished Alumni: Success is in your hands
MASSILLON – Washington High School's newest class of Distinguished Citizens addressed students on Thursday, talking about their careers and the paths they took to get there.
The alumni told students to seize the day and enjoy the opportunities ahead.
Dennis Franklin, a 1971 graduate, had a successful athletic career at Massillon and the University of Michigan, where he was the first Black starting quarterback.
Dennis Franklin on motivation
His accolades on the field continued to stack up as he was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1975.
Later he worked in advertising sales for radio and TV and became vice president of KINGWORLD Productions.
None of those things matter, the Los Angeles resident said.
"It's enough to talk about what I have done in the past, it's insignificant," he said. "I feel that I am here to motivate you."
Franklin said anybody can be successful or fail.
"You can do anything you want if you put your mind to it, pay the price, work hard and stay focused. It's really up to you," he told the students.
He citing Tiger Woods, who at the beginning of his career was laughed at by golf pros but knew he was going to win and did. "Even after a crash that should have ended his career, he stepped back onto the green at the Masters."
Franklin said he is impressed with the programs offered to today's students such as pharmacy tech, cyber security and media arts.
"Trust me, there are no excuses," Franklin said. "You need to focus on what you want to do, who you want to be and how successful you want to be."
He asked students to repeat after him, "I can be successful."
Edward Grier looks back at his days at Washington High
WHS 1951 grad Edward Grier recalled his days as a young boy at Franklin, at E.A. Jones Junior High School and the high school. He said his teachers took time to work with him and his fellow students, making sure he understood why education was important.
He encouraged students to listen to their teachers and coaches, those who are there to take them "to the next level."
Grier, who spent time as a Massillon police officer, equal opportunity director and in civil service for the city of Massillon, said college isn't always the right path.
He enlisted in the Air Force, calling it the best thing that ever happened to him.
The military taught discipline, how to get along with people, how to take directions and the importance of work.
"If I had gone to college right away, I wouldn't have made it," he said.
The lessons helped when he enrolled in Kent State University.
Grier stressed a college degree does not guarantee success.
"You are at one of the best schools in the country right here at Washington High School," he said. "The memories you have will be with you for the rest of your lives. Take advantage of it so when you leave here you have a goal in mind that you want to reach."
Remembering Donald Sheffler and Rodney Klein
Perry Ballinger, nephew of 1946 graduate Donald W. Sheffler, spoke about his late uncle's career as a commercial illustrator and his work for Avon and the Franklin Mint.
He did illustrations of men's clothing and for American Boy magazine.
Ballinger said his uncle, a Korean War veteran, would have likely shrugged off the honor but would have been proud to be recognized.
Norman Miday represented the late Rodney G. Klein, who began his entrepreneurial career as a child delivering The Independent newspaper.
Klein, a successful businessman, sold stencils to paint house numbers on the curb to the subscribers on his route, Miday said.
A collector of rare stock market books and memorabilia, the 1953 graduate created the Rodney G. Klein Stock Market Museum in downtown Massillon, of which Miday serves on the board of directors of the museum.
"He was quite the person," Miday said.
On Friday, the remainder of the honorees will speak.
That includes 1991 grad Jeff Timmons, who found success with the boy band 98 Degrees, as well as the son of the late Mary Strukel, who served on the school board and spearheaded the creation of the Obie license plates, and Richard Reichel, a 1948 graduate.
"She would be buzzing," David Strukel said of his mother. "She would be flattered and honored and elated to be in the company of other Distinguished Alumni like Paul Brown, David Canary and Ed Grier, who she worked with on many things."
Timmons, who is visiting the city with his youngest children and his wife, said he is honored to be recognized by a group of alumni that have had illustrious and decorated careers.
"I'm humbled," he added. "The school is a phenomenal facility. I've been to many high schools (across the country) and this one is up there in the top."
His son, Ashten, is visiting his dad's hometown for the first time. A high school sophomore in Las Vegas he was impressed with the courses offered to students especially cyber security.
"I'm just really happy and excited to be here to show my family Massillon," Timmons said.
Reach Amy at 330-775-1135 or amy.knapp@indeonline.com
On Twitter: @aknappINDE
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MELBOURNE — Max Verstappen has enjoyed going wheel-to-wheel with his childhood rival, Monaco’s Charles Leclerc, in the opening two races of the Formula 1 season.
“It’s been really good, I enjoy the battles,” the Dutchman told The Post on Thursday ahead of the Australian Grand Prix.
Verstappen and Leclerc, both 24, began racing against one another in karts when they were 12 years old. Fast-forward to 2022, and both the Red Bulls ace and Ferrari driver each has a win apiece. Meanwhile, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton campaigns for a Mercedes team lacking the pace to compete for victories.
“We have both [grown] as drivers and we are both representing two big brands,” Verstappen said of his and Leclerc’s similar trajectories to the upper echelon of motorsport.
“But I think we definitely race better now than what we did before,” he said with a laugh of their youth battles. “Back in the day we both wanted to become Formula 1 drivers, and now we are both fighting at the very front of Formula 1.”
With Leclerc leading the championship by 12 points heading into the third race of the season, Verstappen insisted the “pressure is off” this year after he defeated Hamilton, 37, in December in what was a career-defining, first world championship.
“I’m just myself, and I’m just enjoying what I’m doing at the moment. The pressure is off anyway,” Verstappen said.
“It still means a lot to me when I win races, like when I won at Saudi, but it’s a different feeling leading up to the [race] weekend.”
The historically Europe-centric sport has experienced rapid growth in the United States market over the past few years: viewership was up 54 percent last year, and the 2022 season opener in Bahrain lured more than one million viewers.
F1 owners Liberty Media have reacted to the sport’s surge in popularity — which could be attributed, in part, to the Netflix series “Drive To Survive” — by adding races to the North American slate.
A second US race in Miami has been added to the 2022 calendar, with a third set to take place on the Las Vegas strip for 2023. F1 has been racing in Austin, Texas since 2012.
Though Verstappen said he was hoping for some “good racing” when F1 heads to Sin City, he’s wary of the sport ditching historic tracks in favor of street circuits.
“I think it’s really cool that we’ll be driving on the strip [but] at the end of the day they are also trying to create a bit of a show,” he said of the upcoming race, which will take place on a Saturday night.
“I think we still need to go to the old school tracks and actually drive F1 cars where they belong. Especially with the [2022] cars … they’re so low, they’re just not made for [street circuits].”
The 2022 Australian Grand Prix takes place here on Sunday, April 10.
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Russell Westbrook could be on the move this offseason after a disastrous debut season with the Lakers.
The Hornets are a “team to watch” as a trade destination for the former league MVP, according to NBA insider Mark Stein.
Westbrook — who is the highest-paid player on L.A.’s roster, earning $44 million — has a $47 million player option for the 2022-23 season, which could make it difficult for teams to pursue him.
Stein also reported that the Lakers haven’t ruled out waiving Westbrook, which would tie them to a long-term payout of the money he’s owed.
Westbrook is also coming off one the worst offensive seasons of his career, averaging 18.5 points per game — his lowest since his second season in the league in 2009-10. His outside shooting struggles earned him the name “Westbrick” by fans.
After the Suns beat the Lakers 121-110 Tuesday to eliminate L.A. from playoff contention, Westbrook said he expects to remain with the team.
“I mean, that’s the plan,” Westbrook said about returning next season to finish the last year on his Lakers contract. “But nothing is promised. Yes, we want to be able to see what that looks like, what that entails over the course of an 82-game season. But we’re not sure if that’s guaranteed, either. So I just hope that we have a chance to be able to do something.”
His comments came a day after Lakers great Magic Johnson expressed disappointment in his former team for choosing a Westbrook experiment over signing Bulls star DeMar DeRozan.
The Lakers acquired Westbrook last summer in hopes of forming a Big 3 with LeBron James and Anthony Davis, but injuries limited them to just 21 games together. He was recruited by James as part of a rebuilt roster that couldn’t find a way to stay healthy and jell.
A change of scenery could be good for Westbrook, who’s felt the pressures of being a Laker in his first season with the team. He confronted hecklers this season, as well as reporters that questioned L.A.’s inability to win games.
Westbrook could add depth and a veteran presence to the Hornets, who have a young talent in point guard LaMelo Ball, as well as Terry Rozier.
Charlotte currently has several players on long-term contracts, including Rozier’s four-year, $97 million extension. Gordon Hayward has two years remaining on his four-year, $120 million deal.
Hornets owner Michael Jordan has been quite fond of Westbrook through the years. Westbrook signed a five-year endorsement deal with Nike’s Jordan Brand in 2013 — and after his MVP season in 2016-17, he reached a 10-year extension with the brand.
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A palatial Beaux-Arts mansion on the Upper West Side with a shady past has hit the market for $65 million.
The seller is a trust benefitting Dina Wein Reis, a society scammer known as the “$100 million woman” who moved from the mansion to the slammer after some convoluted “Inventing Anna”-style shenanigans.
Wein Reis bought the townhouse with her husband David for $2.15 million in 1996. (He was born David Ruiz, but changed his name to Reis — while Wein Reis had a dozen aliases, The Post reported more than a decade ago.)
In 2011, Wein Reis pled guilty to a federal charge of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, after duping corporations out of millions of dollars, The Post reported at the time.
Even more extraordinary, the mansion played a key role in the fraud. Wein Reis was accused of wining and dining Fortune 500 company CEOs at the fancy brownstone under the guise of looking for a new top exec. The CEOs were then asked to provide discounted goods to be used as samples or promotional packages to get their products into a retail network.
Instead, she sold the products at wholesale prices. The vast scan netted her $100 million in personal wealth, a $35 million art collection and six homes — far from her humble beginnings in Brooklyn.
Wein Reis was released from jail in 2014 and ordered to pay $7 million in restitution plus $1 million in fines. While she was in jail, the mansion was floated as a $75,000 a month rental in 2013.
Last year, the ex-con reportedly paid an ex-federal prosecutor, Brett Tolman, $20,000 to try to get her sentence commuted — which could have released her from having to pay the government the restitution money. (Tolman helped get Jared Kushner’s dad, Charles, pardoned for tax evasion, witness tampering and campaign finance violations.) She declined to comment at press time.
The exquisite, eight-bedroom mansion at 25 Riverside Drive and 75th Street spans 12,000 square feet. It comes with a glass conservatory and a terrace that can seat 100 people for dinner — along with pear trees in the garden.
But although the mansion is beautiful, its hefty price tag — out of whack with the rest of the ‘hood — is raising eyebrows among New York City real estate aficionados.
“The magnificent home is truly a commanding presence anchoring the southern end of Riverside Drive, and the Beaux-Arts style blends in perfectly with the best of the Upper West Side. The pricing is rich, but it only takes one buyer who wants this size and scale to call home,” said top broker Dolly Lenz.
Exterior details of the 34-foot-wide townhouse give it a Parisian feel while its three exposures capture views from the Hudson River to Riverside Park. Original details include coffered cork-lined ceilings on the “entertaining” floor and Tiffany and La Farge stained glass doors to the fourth-floor study.
The seven-floor home features 12-to-14-foot ceilings, six fireplaces, three kitchens and an elevator to all seven floors — along with 70 “oversized and curved” windows, and outdoor terraces on four of the seven floors, according to the listing, which was first reported in the Wall Street Journal.
There’s also a gym, mahogany theater, wine cellar and home office. The 19th-century home was built by C.P.H. Gilbert. Sotheby’s Elizabeth Sample and Brenda Powers have the listing.
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U.S. Air Force special tactics Airmen, from the 24th Special Tactics Squadron, Pope Field, North Carolina, and U.S. Army Rangers, from the 3rd Ranger Battalion, Fort Benning, Georgia, wait to deploy ground support for a HH-60 Whiskey Combat Rescue Helicopter at the Saylor Creek Bombing Range, south of Mountain Home, Idaho, April 6, 2022. The helicopter is being fielded and tested by personnel from the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Joshua C. Allmaras)
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U.S. Army Rangers, from the 3rd Ranger Battalion, Fort Benning, Georgia, provide ground support with a M224A1 lightweight mortar at the Saylor Creek Bombing Range, south of Mountain Home, Idaho, April 6, 2022. The Rangers were working with U.S. Air Force Special Tactics Airmen from the 24th Special Tactics Squadron, Pope Field, North Carolina, to test and integrate with personnel associated with the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center as they field the HH-60 Whiskey model. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Joshua C. Allmaras)
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Sophia Whitten is a high school senior who loves music and famous singers.
“Ed Sheeran, Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus and many more,” Whitten said.
In fact, she just recorded her first single in Nashville titled "Sorry."
Her mother, Michelle Sie Whitten, says she’s quite similar to other teenagers, but she faces some challenges that are unique because she has Down syndrome.
Whitten says Down syndrome is the leading cause of developmental delay, but there’s historically been a lack of research about the condition. That's why she started the "Global Down Syndrome Foundation."
“The Global Down Syndrome Foundation is a nonprofit that focuses on research and medical care," Sie Whitten said. "And our goal is to improve health outcomes and elongate life for people with Down syndrome.”
Her nonprofit has been fundraising for the "Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome."
“The Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is so important because it's the first in the U.S. to tackle research and medical care for people with Down syndrome,” Sie Whitten said.
That research is now paying off with some groundbreaking results. Dr. Huntington Potter is the director of Alzheimer’s Disease Research at the Institute.
“People with Down syndrome are born with three copies of chromosome number 21, and they have developmental problems and other challenges throughout their life," Dr. Potter said. "But they also all develop the pathology of Alzheimer's disease by the time they're 30 or 40.”
Dr. Potter has discovered a direct connection between Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome. In a study published in late March, he found that an FDA-approved drug called GM-CSF which has shown memory improvement in Alzheimer’s patients could also help people with Down syndrome.
“What our hope is if all the clinical trials are safe and successful, is that this drug would be able to improve the memory and cognition of people with Down Syndrome," Dr. Potter said. "Possibly from an early age, and make them more able to live independently, more able to participate in the society, and more able to hold a job, for instance.”
Dr. Potter claims this is the first study on Down syndrome. He says human trials with the drug will start in two years, and if all goes well, people with the condition all over the U.S. will have access to a treatment that improves memory and cognition.
“Dr. Potter's work can help us live longer and healthier lives,” Whitten said.
A long and healthy life is what Sophia is very much looking forward to. She's planning to study sports medicine in college.
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ICYMI, Justin had the summary of the minutes post here:
Check that out. The TL;DR version (brutally short summary) is:
- The ECB turned slightly less dovish
- But not that some members are still arguing for a “wait-and-see” approach
- accelerating tapering was a point of agreement “a large number of members viewed that the current high level of inflation and its persistence called for immediate further steps towards monetary policy normalisation.”
- ECB said it expects QE bond-buying to finish in Q3 of this year
The March meeting background was:
- surging inflation in Europe
- Russia’s invasion of Ukraine jacked-up uncertainty
EUR/USD update:
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Sophia Whitten is a high school senior who loves music and famous singers.
“Ed Sheeran, Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus and many more,” Whitten said.
In fact, she just recorded her first single in Nashville titled "Sorry."
Her mother, Michelle Sie Whitten, says she’s quite similar to other teenagers, but she faces some challenges that are unique because she has Down syndrome.
Whitten says Down syndrome is the leading cause of developmental delay, but there’s historically been a lack of research about the condition. That's why she started the "Global Down Syndrome Foundation."
“The Global Down Syndrome Foundation is a nonprofit that focuses on research and medical care," Sie Whitten said. "And our goal is to improve health outcomes and elongate life for people with Down syndrome.”
Her nonprofit has been fundraising for the "Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome."
“The Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is so important because it's the first in the U.S. to tackle research and medical care for people with Down syndrome,” Sie Whitten said.
That research is now paying off with some groundbreaking results. Dr. Huntington Potter is the director of Alzheimer’s Disease Research at the Institute.
“People with Down syndrome are born with three copies of chromosome number 21, and they have developmental problems and other challenges throughout their life," Dr. Potter said. "But they also all develop the pathology of Alzheimer's disease by the time they're 30 or 40.”
Dr. Potter has discovered a direct connection between Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome. In a study published in late March, he found that an FDA-approved drug called GM-CSF which has shown memory improvement in Alzheimer’s patients could also help people with Down syndrome.
“What our hope is if all the clinical trials are safe and successful, is that this drug would be able to improve the memory and cognition of people with Down Syndrome," Dr. Potter said. "Possibly from an early age, and make them more able to live independently, more able to participate in the society, and more able to hold a job, for instance.”
Dr. Potter claims this is the first study on Down syndrome. He says human trials with the drug will start in two years, and if all goes well, people with the condition all over the U.S. will have access to a treatment that improves memory and cognition.
“Dr. Potter's work can help us live longer and healthier lives,” Whitten said.
A long and healthy life is what Sophia is very much looking forward to. She's planning to study sports medicine in college.
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Nicholls State University in Thibodaux is welcoming pets to campus with the state’s first pet-friendly residence hall.
According to the university, the Pet-Friendly Living Learning Community joins a growing community of LLCs on the Nicholls campus.
LLCs are residential communities housing students with shared academic, cultural or organizational interests. In this case, pets.
Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Michele Caruso said research shows that many pet owners believe that their pets have helped them get through difficult times in their lives, and were less likely to feel lonely or depressed.
Dr. Caruso said the university expedited the pet-friendly housing idea following Hurricane Ida when displaced students and families needed to bring their pets with them. In the days after the storm, the university housed 14 dogs and nine cats with their displaced owners.
The LLC will be located in North Babington Hall and the university will create a dog park to allow space for exercise and socialization.
Only cats and dogs will be allowed at first, but other pets may be added in the future. Returning sophomores, juniors and seniors are eligible at this time, and rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Eligible students will have the option to request a pet-friendly room in North Babington Hall during the room selection process that is happening now. Each pet owner will need to provide vet and vaccination records, they say.
For more information contact Nicholls Residential Living at 448-4479 or visit nicholls.edu/housing.
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DUNCAN, S.C. (WSPA) – Magna company leaders celebrated the opening of its new building in Duncan on Thursday.
“We really want it to be a place where people want to come and work,” said Steve Salvatore, the group general manager of North America for Magna International.
On site, employees produce exterior mirrors for three automakers.
“BMW, Volvo, and Mercedes are all using, are all customers,” said South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster.
Salvatore said about 275 people currently work at this facility, but it’s expected to grow.
“We’re doing 1.6 million mirrors a year out of here, so it’s high paced, high volume, high energy,” said Salvatore.
Salvatore said this new facility replaces operations at a previous location in Greer. He said this site is bigger and has more potential for expansions. He also said it’s closer to workers, which was a big priority.
“We did a heat map and said where are they, and we want to make sure we secure and retain as many as possible, and what’s that best location,” said Salvatore.
Governor McMaster also toured the facility and said he believes South Carolina’s workers are part of what appeals to companies like Magna and brings them to the area.
“I just say hooray for the great people, the great workers we have because that’s why these businesses want to come here and invest hundreds of millions of dollars. Because of the workforce,” said McMaster.
He said it’s important to keep growing that workforce.
“What we have to do is be sure that workforce is available, which means education, training, public safety,” said McMaster.
He believes a strong workers can bring more companies and investments to the state.
“South Carolina’s business is business and it’s always because of our people,” said McMaster.
Salvatore said with new program launches, the company expects to add about 150 new positions by 2028.
The new operation marks Magna’s sixth facility in the state.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — In an effort to further isolate Russia, the House and Senate fast-tracked two bills aimed at stopping Russian trade with the U.S.
“Putin must absolutely be held accountable,” said Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on Thursday.
In a rare display of bipartisanship, the entire Senate and all but three House Republicans voted to permanently end normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus.
On the House floor, Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Richard Neal and Texas Republican congressman Kevin Brady said both bills will help ensure American dollars do not fuel Russia’s violence in Ukraine.
“To send the message to a dictator in Russia who is killing innocent women and children in the streets of Ukraine,” said Rep. Neal.
“It is time to act now,” said Rep. Brady.
“We know it will not immediately stop the funding of the Putin war machine, but it is a step in the right direction,” said Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas.
The removal of Russia’s special trade status puts Russia in the same category as North Korea and allows the U.S. to drastically increase tariffs on Russian imports.
“This is another symbol of slowly tightening the noose on Russia,” said Oregon Democratic Rep. Earl Blumenauer.
Although he says he wishes congress acted sooner. The house originally passed both bills last month, but Rep. Blumenauer said, “this is past due.”
Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley says while Congress starts a two-week recess, he hopes the administration takes further steps to help Ukraine.
“I do think Congress has been pushing the administration and we’re going to have to keep doing it. At this point, we’ve given them billions of dollars in military aid. It’s up to the administration to actually now give it to the Ukrainians.”
The House and Senate also passed a bill to make a ban on Russian oil imports official.
Today, the White House confirmed the President will sign both bills.
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The 49ers continue to meet with potential Day 3 wide receivers. Aaron Wilson reported that the 49ers have a scheduled visit next week with SMU standout receiver Danny Gray, who also is meeting with the Raiders, Vikings, Saints, and Colts.
The 6’2”, 199-pound wideout caught 49 passes for 803 yards. Gray, a Senior Bowl invite, has a track background. He’s a state champion in the 100-meter dash in Texas to give you an idea about his speed. So, him running a 4.33 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine is no fluke.
Here’s NFL.com’s overview for Gray:
Two-year starter on the FBS level with athleticism and play speed to project a continuing ascent at the next level. Gray stepped into a top playmaking role for SMU in 2021 and showed an ability to work all three levels of the field. His long, gliding strides separate from coverage on attack-oriented routes but he has the bend and agility to become a quality target working underneath. He needs to get a little stronger and limit the focus drops, but Gray has an inside/outside skill set with intriguing upside as a future WR3 with more work.
He’s listed as the 64th overall prospect on NFL.com’s big board. Some have compared him to Pittsburgh Steeler receiver Diontae Johnson to give you an idea of the player.
From what I’ve seen, Gray has breakaway speed and can separate in multiple ways. SMU ran a lot of quick routes to get Gray the ball, such as screens, slants, curls, and crossing routes to allow him to create after the catch. His 8.5 yards after the catch is fifth-best among all draft-eligible receivers
He’s probably closer to a WR4 in the NFL. However, it’s interesting to see the 49ers pivot to speedy, twitchier wideouts such as Ray-Ray McCloud as opposed to Jauan Jennings/Mohamed Sanu now that Trey Lance is under center.
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The 49ers have three big transactions that have been looming over their heads the entire offseason: trade Jimmy Garoppolo, and resign Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa.
During today’s Gold Standard podcast, Levin Black and I explored how the Seattle Seahawks could significantly impact both of those going forward.
First, we’ll talk about quarterbacks. The Seahawks have been seen as the leading candidate to trade for Baker Mayfield for some time. If that happens, the compensation in that deal will have a direct influence on the compensation that the 49ers would receive in a deal for Jimmy Garoppolo.
As different as those two players are, deals involving players at the same position are never done in a vacuum. If the Seahawks are able to get Baker for very minimal compensation, that could depress whatever the 49ers get back for Jimmy G (or lead to his outright release).
Second, let’s look at wide receivers. John Lynch has talked about Deebo Samuel’s deal as a foregone conclusion multiple times this offseason. Unfortunately for the 49ers, the top has recently been blown off the wide receiver market thanks to new deals for Devante Adams, Tyreek Hill, and Stefon Diggs. There are now nine wide receivers in the league that earn at least 20 million dollars a year.
At the same time, we’ve seen how quickly contract negotiations can go sideways when the market changes. The Chiefs and Tyreek Hill were close to a contract extension during the Combine, but things went off the rails when Devante Adams got his new deal after being traded to the Raiders. Once Hill saw what Adams was getting, he wanted more from the Chiefs before agreeing to a new contract. The Chiefs weren’t willing to meet that price, and soon after, Hill was a Miami Dolphin and the highest-paid receiver in the league.
Suppose the Seahawks were to move D.K. At some point before the start of the season, Metcalf, the same thing could happen with the 49ers and Deebo Samuel. Any deal for Metcalf is going to involve a contract with his new team, and depending on the terms of that contract, they could change what Samuel is asking for from San Francisco.
It sure would be nice if the 49ers got a deal done with Deebo, and everyone could stop freaking out about every little thing he does on social media, but that probably isn’t going to happen any time soon. Along the way, one of the 49ers’ biggest rivals might have a significant impact on two of the biggest transaction left for the team this offseason.
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Looking back on it now, Mickey Cesar wishes he had been a little better prepared last month to take flight from his home in Kyiv, Ukraine.
“My friends and I had had many discussions about the buildup, and we all heard the warnings coming from the American government that we should get out," he said. “Most of us saw it as bluster between Putin and the United States."
So, the Kansas expat decided to stay.
Cesar, who went to high school in Lawrence and graduated from University of Kansas, had been living in Ukraine since 2011, where he taught English in the afternoons and evenings at the STUDY Academy Center in Kyiv.
Cesar told KCUR's Up to Date he planned to wait things out in his Kyiv apartment. He had stockpiled 15 pounds of potatoes, dozens of cans of vegetables, a spare power block for his phone, cigarettes and more. He also taped up the windows and put blankets over them to minimize flying glass in the event of an explosion. Cesar made preparations to sleep in the hallway, away from exposed walls.
“I wish I could say that I would've been smarter,” he said. “Like with an escape plan set, (and a) bag packed and ready to go, like, right by the door.”
Traffic in Kyiv had already gridlocked by the time he woke up on the day the invasion began. He watched online videos of trains packed with people trying to leave and an airport that had already been bombed.
“Just at that time, they announced a curfew that was starting within an hour,” he said. “So I was essentially frozen in place.”
He hunkered down for six days, venturing out during daylight to find food and other essentials, then back home before night, when most of the Russian bombing happened. Despite the knot of logistical problems in Kyiv, Cesar never lost power, heat or internet service.
One snowy morning, he decided to break for the Polish border. Cesar had a bag packed and was prepared to make the four-mile trip to the train station by foot.
“At that point, the government had stopped requiring tickets to be on a train,” he said.
After the walk and 10 hours at the station scouting trains, Cesar bought a ticket to Lviv, in western Ukraine. As he boarded the train just before 9 p.m., an explosion rocked a nearby hotel.
“I ducked down onto the floor of the train, covered my head … then realized that that was over and that the train was undamaged,” Cesar said. “That was the longest five minutes of my life, because I couldn't understand why the (train) driver was waiting. … In my mind I’m screaming, ‘Man, just go!’”
In Lviv, after passing through a train station choked with refugees, he met up with a friend who lived in a nearby village, where he spent the night. That friend’s father, unbeknownst to Cesar at the time, had a connection in the Ukrainian military.
The next morning, the father dropped him off at a military base and, about four hours later, he got into a van with four Ukrainian soldiers.
“They had supplies to deliver to the border crossing, and they took me right to the border crossing,” he said. “Another instance of just absolute luck and good fortune.”
From there, Cesar made his way to Krakow, Poland, and quickly found a ride to Berlin, Germany, where he’s staying with another KU grad.
Though he made it out safely, “it was heartbreaking too,” he said, leaving the country he’s called home for more than a decade.
“I knew from news reports and social media what the borders looked like. … I saw a line of people, almost all women and children — just a huge line of people — and it went on and on and on, maybe more than a mile,” he said.
Now, again, Cesar will wait.
But what he really wants is for all this to be over by summer, so he can return to Kyiv.
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Let’s see how sharp you are with your horse racing trivia.
Who’s the only trainer to win the Santa Anita Derby three consecutive years?
If you said Bob Baffert or D. Wayne Lukas, those are good guesses but wrong.
Jeff Mullins was the king of the Santa Anita Derby, the West Coast’s top prep for the Kentucky Derby, from 2003-05, saddling Buddy Gil, Castledale and Buzzards Bay for surprise victories.
Buddy Gil used the Baldwin Stakes down the hillside turf course as his Derby prep, and since there were no other spots to run him next, Mullins and the colt’s five-man ownership group decided to step up and take on the big boys.
He beat the Baffert-trained Indian Express by a head.
“He’d run well on the dirt before. He won on synthetic, he won on turf and he won on dirt. The timing was right so we gave it a try,” Mullins said during a telephone interview while driving home from Florida.
“Buddy Gill was the big surprise. He was just a blue-collar horse. For him to win, and the partnership, it was pretty special.”
At 6-1 odds, Buddy Gil was a minor surprise, but nothing like the next two years when Castledale and Buzzards Bay came charging home at 30-1. Castledale was a turf horse, which made the victory all the more shocking.
“It was kinda like pretty surreal,” Mullins said of the Derby trifecta. “To win it the first time, you think that’s a lifetime thing, and then we did it two more years in a row. It was a special time for me.”
The Santa Anita Derby, which has produced 19 Kentucky Derby winners, second most behind the Florida Derby’s 24, drew a field of six for Saturday’s 85th running. The 1 1/8-mile race will include two of the colts, Messier and Forbidden Kingdom, who are on most Derby watch lists.
Mullins, 59, was not a one-trick pony before or after his Santa Anita Derby hat trick. He’s won numerous other stakes and trained another top 3-year-old, I Want Revenge, the Wood Memorial and Gotham Stakes winner at Aqueduct in 2009 who was the Kentucky Derby’s morning-line favorite before he had to be scratched the morning of the race because of an ankle injury.
He’s currently tied with Vladimir Cerin for seventh place in the Santa Anita trainer standings with 14 victories. In addition to his local string, Mullins has 13 horses stabled at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale, Fla. With the number of racing days down in Southern California and the short fields, he said he’s looking for alternatives.
“I think eventually I’m going to have to (ship more horses elsewhere), but we just had a few horses that weren’t getting opportunities to run where they belong so we just decided to move a few, kinda spread things out a little bit and see what happens,” he said.
Oaks aspirations
Trainer Tim Yakteen, who took over training duties for Adare Manor from the recently suspended Baffert, is expecting another strong effort from the Uncle Mo filly when she runs against four others in Saturday’s $400,000 Grade II Santa Anita Oaks.
After finishing second and fourth in her first two starts, Adare Manor has turned into a monster, breaking her maiden by 12 lengths at Santa Anita on Jan. 7 and then running away from the field to win the Grade III Las Virgenes Stakes at Santa Anita on Feb. 6 by 13 lengths.
Messier, another recent acquisition by Yakteen from the Baffert barn, and Adare Manor both had their final preps for this weekend last Saturday. Messier, named for hockey great Mark Messier, went 5 furlongs in 1:00.60, and Adare Manor worked the same distance in 1:00.20.
“The works were just what I was looking for,” Yakteen told Santa Anita publicity.
John Velazquez will be aboard both horses.
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Partner Marketing/Underwriting
Market your business with KCUR to connect your brand with our engaged and informed Kansas City audience.
Dana Ray Combs, Account Executive
dana@kcur.org
An important contribution to quality radio is made by foundations, corporations and individuals who provide funds to underwrite the presentation of a program or series of programs broadcast on KCUR.
What is underwriting?
KCUR 89.3 FM acknowledges corporate contributions to the radio station with brief on-air messages called underwriting. Since these contributions help pay for programming costs, underwriting is to public radio what advertising is to commercial stations. The value and number of on-air messages is determined by their placement during the broadcast schedule. KCUR provides a rate sheet which specifies the values of the messages throughout our program schedule.
Who Hears Your Messages?
Underwriting on KCUR provides your business or organization an audience notably distinguished by its education level and professional success. You will benefit from reaching an audience which includes a high concentration of affluent, well-educated business decision-makers, community leaders and opinion shapers.
How Does Underwriting Help Your Business?
By making the decision to underwrite KCUR programming, you can put radio to work for you in three distinct areas of marketing: advertising, public relations and community involvement.
- Advertising: KCUR reaches a very desirable and frequently hard to reach target market. By running underwriting credits strategically placed either in specific programs or throughout the KCUR schedule, your message will be heard by an attractive potential consumer of your product or service.
- Public Relations: KCUR listeners are extremely loyal to public radio and often choose to do business with fellow supporters. Your association with public radio enhances your credibility. You will create a most positive image when you sponsor programming on KCUR.
- Community Involvement: KCUR is a worthwhile, non-profit community resource, serving the Kansas City area for over 45 years. Your support is also tax-deductible as a philanthropic gift.
How Can You Underwrite On KCUR?
KCUR's staff of experienced professionals will work with you to develop a custom-designed schedule of underwriting announcements to meet your organizational goals. Your plan can range from sponsorship of a specific program to a schedule that spans all segments of the day. We also offer sponsorships in special events as well as corporate partnership program for KCUR's on-air membership drives.
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Academie Lafayette
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ArtsKC
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Bach Aria Soloists
Bag & Baggage
Bank of America
Bike Walk KC
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Fox Production
Bo Ling's
Bob Hamilton Plumbing Heating & A/C
Brookside Business Association
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Build Smart
Burns & McDonnell
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Captain Cook's Treasure Chest
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Children's Center for the Visually Impaired
Children's Mercy Hospital
Chive Cafe & Market
Choice Physicians Group
Choral Spectrum
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City Market
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Cleveland University - Kansas City
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Comcast / Xfinity
Comfort Plus Shoes
CommCare
Community America Credit Union
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Cornerstones of Care
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DeBruce Foundation
Defeat Your Act
DGM Consultants
Dolphin Frames
Dry Basement Foundation Repair
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Economic Development Corporation of KC
Edelman and Thompson
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Faith Always Wins Foundation
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Fine Arts Group
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Generating Income for Tomorrow (GIFT)
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Great Harvest Bread Company
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Green Dirt Farm
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Harmony Project KC
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Hawthorne Plaza
HealthEd Connect
Health Forward Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Heartland Foundation Repair of Kansas City
Heartland International Ministries
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Hugh O'Donnell Attorney and Mediator
Huntington Learning Center
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Independence Square
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J. Rieger & Co.
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Jewish Community Center - Arts & Culture
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Johnson County Museum
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Junior League of Kansas City
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Kansas City Actors Theatre
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Landlocked Opera
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Made in KC
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Marketplace Events
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National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
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One Day University
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Paragon Capital Management
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Pet, Rinse, Repeat Grooming, Mobile & Salon
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Ragazza Food & Wine
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Saint Luke's Health System
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Spire Chamber Ensemble
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Starlight Theatre
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Strawberry Swing Indie Craft Fair
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STUFF
Suburban Lawn & Garden
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Te Deum Vocal
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UMB Bank
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Valley Hope
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Waldo CID (Community Improvement District)
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World's Window
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National CorrespondentI’ve been at KCUR almost 30 years, working partly for NPR and splitting my time between local and national reporting. I work to bring extra attention to people in the Midwest, my home state of Kansas and of course Kansas City. What I love about this job is having a license to talk to interesting people and then crafting radio stories around their voices. It’s a big responsibility to uphold the truth of those stories while condensing them for lots of other people listening to the radio, and I take it seriously. Email me at frank@kcur.org or find me on Twitter @FrankNewsman.
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The former press secretary has become a high-profile Republican fighting against Donald Trump. And she’s doing that from an old house in Plainville, Kansas, a ranching-and-oil town of 1,750 in a county where Trump won 86% of the vote.
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Skyrocketing gas prices have everyone from independent truck drivers to the U.S. energy secretary demanding that oil companies ramp up production. They’d like to and they’re trying to, but it’s just not that easy.
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Tiny Highland Community College in northeast Kansas attracts students from all over the country who attend on athletic scholarships. But in the last couple of years, the school has been sued for alleged hostility toward its Black student-athletes. Then the college president compared a Black football player to Hitler.
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Volunteers battle wildfires in larges portions of the country, but now fire departments are trying to respond to more calls with fewer volunteer firefighters.
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Ford claims to have more than 10,000 orders for the E-Transit vans, which start at $43,000.
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The EF5 tornado in May 2011 destroyed a third of Joplin, a city of 50,000, killing 161 people and causing $3 billion in property damage. “You never get over it, it just gets less raw,” one resident said after similar storms in Kentucky last month.
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Wednesday's high winds kindled fires and left crews across the state struggling to manage blazes that scorched the plains and burned down homes.
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While Kansas City Southern will no longer exist as a stand-alone company, the headquarters of the merged company will remain in downtown Kansas City, where KC Southern has been based for decades.
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La pandemia causada por el COVID-19 ha disparado los precios de la vivienda en todo el país en lugares que durante mucho tiempo se mantuvieron estables. Los pueblos rurales que están muy remotos, donde los precios de los bienes raíces se mantuvieron bajos durante décadas, están viendo ahora aumentos desmesurados de precios sin precedentes, que están agravando los problemas de la gente pobre rural.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked high housing prices all across the country in places long insulated from them. Remote, rural towns where real estate prices remained low for decades are now seeing unprecedented price spikes, which are compounding problems for the rural poor.
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AnnouncerJenny began her radio career in 1994 as a reporter and announcer for KSMU Radio at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri. She moved to Kansas City in 1996 and, while working as an intern for New Letters on the Air, landed a job at KCUR as a fill-in announcer.
Jenny earned a degree in mass communications from UMKC in 1998. Over the past 25 years, she has filled many roles at KCUR including hosting Morning Edition, working in the newsroom as a spot reporter and newscaster, producing The Walt Bodine Show, filling-in at the front desk, and working data entry for membership.
Currently, you can hear Jenny on the air every Saturday and Sunday morning on KCUR and from time-to-time during the week when she fills-in for other announcers. Jenny is a mother of four and works as a voice talent in her spare time. She is a member of SAG-AFTRA.
You can email Jenny at jenny@kcur.org.
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In 2014, in South Sudan, Ken Payumo faced an angry government official and soldiers demanding access to the 12,000 civilians taking refuge from the civil…
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KCUR's Political Pundits join Steve Kraske to discuss the ascendant Donald Trump, and the second GOP presidential debate.Guests: Dave Helling is the…
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Home construction skyrocketed 88% over last year's developments this April. In the second half of Monday's Up to Date, Steve Kraske talks with Kansas City…
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The Kansas City Repertory Theatre was founded in 1964 by Patricia McIlrath. The company has moved, the name has changed, and this non-profit theater group…
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If you're looking for a variety of entertainment this weekend, look no further than Brian McTavish's Weekend To-Do List for May 30-June 1.Cher (pop diva),…
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William Joyce has captivated young audiences and their parents with his whimsical and imaginative characters in film, TV, and in books. The creator of…
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After nearly 120 years, jockey Issac Burns Murphy's winning record is still the highest in American horse racing history. Though he won three Kentucky…
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A small outbreak of measles stemming from a Clay County family has some area doctors worried that more may catch the illness. After traveling abroad to…
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If your allergies seem more severe this year in Kansas City, you're not alone.That's according to Dr. Jay Portnoy, who leads the allergy and asthma…
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There's one topic that keeps on giving year after year: allergies. From seasonal, to year-round, gluten to peanuts, allergies affect over 65 million…
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Executive Producer and Host, Up to DateWhen I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers.
I got a call out of the blue one day from then-news director Frank Morris who asked if he would be interested in hosting a show. I didn't think I had the time, but thought it over and decided to give it a shot. Now, almost 20 years later, I'm glad I did.
Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.
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Despite a lockout and shortened spring training, the Royals' players, front office and workers are ready to welcome fans back to Kauffman Stadium for a season opener with no pandemic restrictions.
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For some people born and raised in the middle of the country, it takes traveling to other parts of America to understand what Midwestern means. Others see the differences without ever leaving home.
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A 2020 survey of parents with children under age 18 had 49% saying their kids listen to audiobooks.
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In 2014, a Ukrainian professor at the University of Kansas and a KU graduate in Kyiv spoke with Steve Kraske as Russia annexed the Crimean Peninsula.
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War correspondents cover conflicts to tell the stories of people affected, to witness history or for the thrill. In return, they can sometimes find themselves in life-threatening situations.
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Also called 'perceived fraudulence,' the condition is common in both men and women with minority groups showing particularly high rates of occurrence.
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The spread of misinformation and disinformation on Facebook has some saying the social network has a negative impact on society.
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There has been no systematic review of the actions of the nearly one million ethnically diverse members of the military who served in World War I.
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While any number of athletes on the field and court are black, when it comes to reporters covering the action, most are white and male.
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While 63% of NCAA Division I women's basketball teams have female coaches, the rate is 40% in the Big 12 conference.
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Dia Internacional De La Visibilidad Transgenero'
- Report by Faith Action International House
The International Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrated on the 31st March across the globe, aims to celebrate the achievements of transgender rights activists, showcase their work, and increase awareness of the ongoing challenges that the transgender and gender non-conforming people face.
This year, the Asheboro Latinxs Services organized an event, 'Dia Internacional De La Visibilidad Transgenero' with support from partnering organizations to showcase the community’s fight for dignity, respect, acceptance, freedom and equality. The meaningful event drew community solidarity between trans folks, families, and people who share the same places of employment in the community.
Tania Jimenez, the Director and Founder of Asheboro Latinx Services is an activist and the organizer of . For her, the event was organized to showcase the power of the Transgender community as a whole, when partnered with organisations that support this message. “It’s beautiful to see the support, especially here in North Carolina, that tends to be a conservative state.”
She invited everyone to learn more about the transgender community and the struggles that they have faced, and continue to face each day.
The event planning demonstrated a lot of care. There were testimonies from trans Latinxs women urging us to think about the intersection of being an immigrant and trans in places that are both openly and structurally hostile to marginalized people. But the event also had a lot of joy! There were amazing tamales, singing, and dancing. In these alienated times post-Covid, being able to also highlight the joy in coming together helps us to better imagine the futures we want together.
“In my experience, sometimes LGBTQ+ events can draw a somewhat homogenous crowd, so it was very powerful to see what a wide swath of the Asheboro community was in attendance,” said Ana de Leon, Community Relations Manager of the Triad Health Project. The THP provides STI and HIV education programs, presentations and literature to the community among other crucial sexual health education.
“It was an honor for Triad Health Project to participate because we believe that sexual health access is for everyone, and Asheboro Latinxs Services really modelled intentionally inviting “everyone” to be a part of that conversation,” said Ana.
Jose Bernal, the Associate Director of FaithAction International House, another sponsor for the event said that “we would like to explore the possibilities in the way we can continue to support the LGBTQ+ Latinx community. We’ve done three ID drives specifically for the Transgender community. A lot of people from the community could connect with us.”
Explaining the ID drive, Jose said the NC ChiCAS, a sub-group of the THP led by transgender women approached Faith Action to speak about their lack of identification, because they were not able to do the name change in their home country, mainly because they would not be able to travel back to the US if they left, since many were undocumented.
The General, Mexican Consulate Claudia Velasco, was in attendance at the event and spoke about their support to the Transgender community. She praised Tania for organizing the event, emphasizing that the LQBTQ+ community has always shown strength and resilience and it's important to be unified and committed.
“We have to educate the new generation about issues like these, since they will be the new leaders in civil engagement, medical and engineering. Covid hasn't been easy on the community, but there's still a lot to be done and there is a lot of support behind minorities. We see that through the participation of the community partners today,” she said.
Emphasizing the importance of one's mental wellbeing, she encouraged the community to take on leadership roles. "I encourage American immigrants who have legal status to become US citizens. Once that happens, I would like to see these people vote and make a difference in the elections, as well as see people take on key roles to represent the community... Everyone who is a minority should voice their opinions and strive to become a representative by becoming a part of the government,” she opined.
The event saw the participation of different groups, representing the Latinx Community. Suzie Geronimo, an activist and the organizer of the Hispanic Heritage Book Fair, that celebrates literacy, arts and culture for the Hispanic community shared an impassioned speech. She said that they have not committed any crime, but it sometimes feels like they have. They want to live their lives in a way that makes them happy.
“It's unfair or unjust that people are punished for living their life the way they want, even being killed in some scenarios. Someone has to be an advocate for the community, for people like me and Tania who have taken a stand. There's a lot of people in this event who have had to live with repercussions for being a transgender person,” she said.
She blamed the society for not accepting her transformation, and wanted the future generation to know that it's their happiness that matters, to be a role model for them. Suzie has chosen to be the person she wants to be, and she encourages people who don't have adequate knowledge about our community to join us at these events, so they understand us better. Respect should be given to everyone, regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.
Erendira Mendez of the Hispanic Federation said that hearing the testimonies of the panelists “reminded me of the resilience of our transgender woman and how much work there is left to do to support them. Especially Suzie’s testimony about how she was denied a job after signing paperwork and being a perfect candidate for the bank job. Transgender women suffer all types of microaggressions and discrimination, with no place to ask for help.” She hoped that the Hispanic Federation will be able to work with the Asheboro Latinex Community soon.
Amanda Serrano, the Founder of Sunrise-Amanecer Inc. understands the need for mental wellbeing for the community and works closely with the LGBTQ+ community.“As a supporter of Asheboro Latinx Services, we loved to be a part of the community coming in to support our trans community. It is inspiring to see Tania take up space in the South to show up for other Latinx and Trans people who are afraid to shine as their authentic selves,” she said.
Faith Action International House Executive Director Eniris Riddick said “No one should be treated differently, or discriminated because of their sexual orientation. We support, and celebrate the LGBTQIA community for their gifts, and we will continue to lift their voices.”
In addition, President Biden, in a presidential proclamation said: “Transgender people are some of the bravest Americans I know, and our Nation and the world are stronger, more vibrant, and more prosperous because of them. To transgender Americans of all ages, I want you to know that you are so brave. You belong. I have your back.”
US citizens will have the option to select "X" when identifying their gender on US passport applications starting in April and on other documents, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Thursday.
"Starting on April 11, US citizens will be able to select an X as their gender marker on their US passport application, and the option will become available for other forms of documentation next year," Blinken said in a statement.
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Little Bites® Snacks Brings Back Little Bites S’mores Muffins
Iconic Brand Re-Releases Limited Edition Snack Flavor Just In Time For Campfire Snacking
"These things are amazing!
Ate the entire box in one sitting."
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Horsham, P.A. (March 29, 2022) – Back just in time for warm-weather activities, say hello to a classic campfire treat turned bite-sized muffin – Limited Edition Little Bites® S’mores Muffins! Baked moist and soft, these golden muffins are the perfect at-home or on-the-go campfire snack. Back for a limited time only, this delicious addition to the Little Bites® product line can be enjoyed nationwide by kids and adults alike now through July 2022.
Made with real ingredients including graham flour and milk chocolate, Little Bites® S’mores Muffins offer kids a sweet nostalgic flavor that can be enjoyed while making memories on-the-go. Little Bites® S’mores Muffins have the delicious taste kids love and parents can feel good about, without high fructose corn syrup as seen in other snacks on the market.
“At Little Bites, for more than 20 years, we have been passionate about launching flavor innovations that help families create little moments,” said Moira Flood, Senior Brand Manager for Little Bites® Snacks. “We are thrilled to bring back Little Bites® S’mores Muffins as a campfire staple for snacking on-the-go, so make sure to grab them while supplies last!”
Limited Edition Little Bites® S’mores Muffins are the latest addition to the brand's line of easy, pre-portioned pouches filled with delicious baked snacks. At 200 calories per pouch and with no high fructose corn syrup and 0g trans-fat, Little Bites® S’mores Muffins are the perfect snacking solution for today's busy families.
Little Bites® S’mores Muffins are now available at most retailers nationwide until July 24. To find a store near you, click here, or for more information, visit the Little Bites Facebook page.
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Eastgate Comic Con 2022 (Spring Edition)
Comic Book/Toy Convention and Pop Culture Festival
Sunday May 15, 2022 from 10am-6pm
Greensboro/High Point Airport Marriott (One Marriott Dr, Greensboro, NC 27409)
Advanced Tickets(In Store) $10 Day of event:$15 ( Kids 12 and under are FREE!)
Eastgate Comic Con is a comic book and pop culture convention, created by Fred Wright Jr, owner of Eastgate Comics. Since 2018, Eastgate Comics has held in-store comic cons, FCBD (Free Comic Book Day), and LCSD (Local Comic Shop Day) events. These events attracted visitors of all ages and produced positive results for Eastgate Comics. From these events, Eastgate Comic Con was born to provide the same Fun, on a larger Scale.
Eastgate Comic Con promotes local talent from the Piedmont Triad and surrounding areas. This event will expose comic fans of all ages to the work produced by these individuals and promote literacy and artistic expression to young people. With a live DJ, professional wrestling, and Cosplay Contest, there will be entertainment for the whole family! Eastgate Comic Con will make memories that last a lifetime!
We believe Comics tell stories of struggle, failure, determination, and success. In the end, no matter the challenge, the superhero always wins. The ability to read these stories can bring out the superhero in us all. Thus, making our planet a better place to live.
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When Joanne Bishop received an automated voice message last week that said the man who killed her son more than two decades ago was up for parole, she immediately began searching for answers.
The message didn’t provide her with much information, other than that a parole hearing was scheduled for Joao Neves, who was convicted of first-degree murder in 1999.
Bishop said her son, John Cumiskey, was shot and killed during a robbery in Providence 23 years ago. Neves, who was 16 at the time, and his accomplice Eliecer Ortiz, later admitted to robbing and killing Cumiskey that night. The pair also committed five other robberies prior to Cumiskey’s death, according to Bishop.
“They terrorized the city of Providence,” she said of Neves and Ortiz.
Neves was prosecuted as an adult and sentenced to serve life in prison. Ortiz pleaded guilty and also received a life sentence.
Fast forward 23 years, and Neves is now eligible for parole. It’s all because of the Youthful Offenders Act, which gives prisoners who committed crimes before the age of 22 a chance to seek parole after serving at least 20 years.
The bill was signed into law last year. Bishop said when she first learned of the legislation, she worried about the repercussions of it.
“If you wanted to have someone killed, you could pay a 14 or 15-year-old kid,” Bishop explained, adding that criminals could assure the teens they were hiring that they wouldn’t serve a significant amount of jail time if caught.
Bishop said she and other victims’ families should’ve been involved in the drafting of the legislation, and is questioning why their concerns weren’t considered.
“What if it happened to their children?” she said through tears. “How would they feel? Would they be passing this law if it were their son or daughter? It’s just not fair.”
Rep. Julie Casmiro, the bill’s sponsor, explained why she believes juvenile offenders deserve a second chance.
“Kids make mistakes, sometimes truly awful mistakes, but we have to realize they were still committed by children, children without fully developed brains and the necessary biological and social development to realize the significant impacts and consequences of their crimes,” she said. “If we truly believe in our judicial system of rehabilitation, the children who committed crimes and finished growing up inside a jail cell deserve a shot at freedom if they realize the error and pain caused by their previous actions and can prove that they have fundamentally changed.”
Dina Neves, Joao Neves’ sister, testified on her brother’s behalf in 2019 when a similar bill was brought before the R.I. General Assembly.
“My brother is not a monster,” she said. “He is a human being who made a mistake in life.”
But Bishop thinks otherwise.
“She says he’s missed out on family things … but John has missed out on everything,” Bishop said. “[Neves] put himself there.”
A Superior Court judge granted Neves’ request for parole, along with two other inmates serving lengthy sentences, earlier this week after the American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island (ACLU) argued they were unlawfully incarcerated following the law’s passage.
ACLU cooperating attorney Lynette Labinger explained that the law gives inmates “a chance to demonstrate that, after serving 20 years in jail, they can satisfy the state’s very high standards for release.”
“Each of these three men did just that,” Labinger said. “But even so, the R.I. Department of Corrections refused to allow them to be released on parole.”
But Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha filed an emergency motion in response, requesting the Rhode Island Supreme Court review the lower court’s decision and clarify the law as needed.
“The issue of whether youthful offenders should be eligible for parole after serving 20 years of a life sentence … is an important question that will impact a large number of cases,” a spokesperson for Neronha said. “It is important not only to the state … but also to defendants, the public at large and perhaps most importantly to the victims’ families … to understand what these sentences really mean.”
If the emergency motion by the Supreme Court is granted, it would ensure Neves and the two other prisoners remain behind bars until it’s completed.
The Rhode Island Department of Corrections tells 12 News a total of 67 inmates are potentially affected by the court’s ruling, and 13 of them have already served at least 20 years.
Bishop said she’s speaking out now so the families of those murder victims are aware of this new law.
“I’m sure there are hundreds of people out there that don’t know about this law,” she said. “I’m sure I’m not the only one this is happening to.”
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Mega-Star Patti LaBelle to Head-Line Saturday Coltrane Jazzfest Lineup
High Point, NC (April 7, 2022) -- Patti LaBelle, the illustrious recording star, author and entrepreneur will headline the 11th John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival (JCIJBF) Sat., Sept. 3, 2022. The Labor Day event is held each year in Oak Hollow Festival Park, High Point, NC.
Labelle is a two-time Grammy Award winner who has been nominated 13 times over a career that spans 60 plus years. She won Best Traditional R&B Performance for the 1998 album “Live-One Night Only” and Best Female R&B Performance for the 1991 studio album Burnin’.
Born Patricia Louise Holte, the Philadelphia, PA LaBelle got her first industry notice with the million selling hit “I Sold My Heart to the Junkman” when she fronted the 1960s Patti Labelle & the Bluebelles, a group that in the 1970s evolved into the groundbreaking, future-forward trio LaBelle. They recorded the hit “Lady Marmalade.” The song, known throughout the world, would go on to be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame years later.
LaBelle’s music released as a solo artist has become ingrained in R&B and pop culture with songs such as “Somebody Loves You,” “New Attitude” and, “You are My Friend.” Her warm and magnanimous personality captures an audience rapport that draws fans from multiple generations. To fans she is known lovingly as ‘Patti.’ Her distinct voice allows Labelle to record different genre.
In 2006 she released “The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle”. She released “Bel Hommage,” a jazz album in 2017. It was her first new recording in 10 years and was released on GPE Records, a label she started.
In addition to the two Grammy Awards LaBelle has won seven NAACP Image Awards, two American Music Awards, the Essence Triumphant Spirit Award, a Cable Ace Award, three Emmy nominations and a Soul Train Lifetime Achievement Award. LaBelle received a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame, still the only one paid for entirely by fans.
LaBelle has many acting credits as well. She has been featured in popular films and television programs including “A Soldier’s Story,” “A Different World,” “American Horror Story,” “Empire,” “Star,” “The Kominsky Method” and starred in her own TV series, “Out All Night”. She has also wowed television audiences with unforgettable performances on the hit shows, “Dancing with the Stars” and “The Masked Singer” and starred in Broadway productions of “Your Arms are Too Short to Box with God,” “Fela,” and “After Midnight”.
The multi-faceted star has written six books including the New York Times bestselling cookbook “LaBelle Cuisine” and the inspirational books ‘Don’t Block the Blessings: Revelations of a Lifetime,” and “Patti’s Pearls: Lessons in Living Genuinely, Joyfully, Generously.” In 2007, she introduced “Patti’s Good Life,” a successful food and lifestyle brand that offers a variety of frozen comfort foods including her world-famous sweet potato pie. The 11th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival will return to High Point on September 3-4, 2022. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at coltranejazzfest.com.
About Friends of John Coltrane: The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival (JCIJBF) honors Coltrane, a High Point, NC, native son who graduated from William Penn High School, now Penn Griffin. The Friends of John Coltrane officially formed in the summer of 2009 as an outgrowth of the group of individuals who worked to raise funds to commission the statue. In 2009 the group decided to focus their energies on the creation of an annual jazz festival. The very first John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival was held two years later.
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Rockers Returning Three Starters for 2022
Jerry Downs, Johnny Field, Tyler Ladendorf back in High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Three players familiar to Rockers fans will return to High Point for the 2022 season. Jerry Downs and Johnny Field, starters for the Rockers in 2021, and Tyler Ladendorf, High Point’s shortstop in 2019, have agreed to terms to return to Truist Point in 2022.
The Rockers will open spring training at Truist Point on Monday, April 11 in preparation for the April 21 Opening Day game against the Kentucky Wild Health Genomes at 6:30 p.m.. Tickets for the season opener and all 2022 Rockers contest are available at www.HighPointRockers.com.
Downs was among the top hitters in the Atlantic League last year, leading the Rockers with 21 doubles and 22 homers while driving in a franchise-record 81 runs. After joining the club on June 15, Downs went on to hit .341 with six homers and 20 RBI in July and then exploded in August with a .354 average, seven homers and 25 RBI. A stellar defensive first baseman, Downs was honored in the postseason by being named to the Atlantic League’s All-Defensive Team.
“Jerry took first base by storm last year,” said Rockers manager Jamie Keefe. “We put him in the middle of the line-up and he hit regardless of whether he was batting in the third, fourth or fifth spot. His on-base percentage is through the roof, he runs well and is just an RBI machine.”
The Rockers acquired Field on June 30 and he went on to hit .283 with a team-high 75 runs scored while also accounting for all four of High Point’s walk-off wins in 2021. He singled in the ninth inning to walk-off Lexington on August 18 and broke a 2-2 tie against Charleston with a walk-off homer on Sept. 11. Field’s play in centerfield also led to the preservation of multiple wins including a diving catch to seal a 9-8 victory over York on July 1.
“Johnny changed the game for us last year,” said Keefe. “He gave us a sure-handed defender in centerfield and he took over the lead-off spot and ran with it. His on-base percentage was outstanding, he hits for power, and he was Mr. Walk-off for us last year. Johnny is just an all-around outstanding ball player.”
Ladendorf is a fan favorite after having earned the starting shortstop role for the Rockers’ 2019 season-opener against Lancaster. He recorded the first hit in team history and added the club’s first-ever home run in the same game before going on to be named to the Atlantic League All-Star team. Ladendorf produced High Point’s first-ever walk-off win with a homer to defeat Southern Maryland on May 19, 2019. He finished the season with a .256 average and 13 homers. Ladendorf was in spring training with the Rockers in 2021 when the Chicago Cubs purchased his contract. He spent much of the season at Class AAA Iowa but was called up late in the season and recorded his first Major League at-bat since 2016.
“Tyler’s been with us since the beginning,” said Keefe. “In 2019, he had all of our firsts: first at-bat, first hit, first run scored, first home run. You name it, he did it. He signed and went to AAA in that first season but asked for his release so he could comeback to High Point and help us in the playoffs. He loves High Point and the Cubs thought enough of him that he played in the Majors last year. Nobody plays defense like Tyler and we’re hoping he’ll get another chance to play in the Majors.”
About High Point Baseball, Inc.
High Point Baseball, AKA The High Point Rockers, will begin their third season in the Atlantic League in 2022 in a state-of-the-art, $36M downtown ballpark, Truist Point. High Point Baseball is part of the fastest growing family sport in America and is committed to providing superior customer service and quality, affordable family entertainment for the Triad of North Carolina. The Rockers have built a fun and competitive atmosphere in both High Point and the Atlantic League while playing in the 2019 Ballpark of the Year.
About the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB)
With teams throughout the Mid-Atlantic, the ALPB is a leader in baseball innovation and a player gateway to Major League Baseball. Through its exclusive partnership with MLB, the Atlantic League tests Major League Baseball rules and equipment initiatives. The Atlantic League has sent over 1,000 players to MLB organizations while drawing more than 44 million fans to its affordable, family-friendly ballparks throughout its 24-year history. For more information, please visit www.AtlanticLeague.com.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Now that the Masters is officially underway, we can confirm there is a huge fan favorite.
No surprise here, we’ve seen it coming all week. Ever since Tiger Woods said that he planned to play. That was Tuesday. Now it is Round One and he is back in the Masters.
Even though, he’s a huge draw, we thought we could find patrons who had other favorite players. It was tough to do that.
“Tiger.”
“We are Tiger Woods fans. Wrong person to pick, I’m so sorry.”
“I think Tiger makes the cut and finishes in the top 25.”
They will make the cut tomorrow and we will find out if Tiger gets to stick around for the weekend and play a 6th green jacket.
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Reigning Olympic gold medalist Belinda Bencic moved into the Charleston quarterfinals for the third time in her career, but 2021 US Open finalist Leylah Fernandez, playing her delayed first match of the event, was upset at the Credit One Charleston Open on Thursday.
No.10 seed Bencic of Switzerland bested No.9 seed and former titlist Madison Keys of the United States 6-4, 6-4, fighting back from deficits in both sets.
Keys had won two of their three previous meetings, but the 2019 Charleston champion was toppled by former World No.4 Bencic this time after an hour and 34 minutes of play, split by a roughly 2-hour rain delay directly after the first set.
That first set was nearly taken by Keys, who led 4-3 and had three break points for 5-3. But Bencic charged back in that game to hold for 4-4, the won the next two games to swipe the one-set lead.
Keys was up a break in the second set at 4-2, but Bencic immediately pulled back on serve with a crunching return winner. The Swiss then moved ahead for good after another break for a 5-4 lead, and she forced an error from Keys with a forehand to convert her first match point in the final game.
Continuing her fine form on the east coast 🙌
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Meanwhile, Magda Linette of Poland knocked out No.7 seed Fernandez of Canada 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in a topsy-turvy affair, at last completing the second round which had been affected by numerous rain delays throughout the week.
World No.19 Fernandez, who had a first-round bye, never got onto court until Thursday, but the Canadian looked in control as she took the first set against 64th-ranked Linette.
However, Linette, who suffered a three-set loss to Fernandez at 2020 Roland Garros in their only prior encounter, took the second set to level affairs and line up a gripping decider.
Linette was up a break three times in the first eight games of the final set, and each time Fernandez was able to claw back on serve up to 4-4. Fernandez then had two game points to garner a crucial hold for 5-4, but Linette once again blasted her way to a service break.
Serving for the match at 5-4, Linette had to hold her nerve in a 17-minute final game, saving four break points before converting her seventh match point to pull off the upset.
Linette, who also squeaked by Katie Volynets in the first round, will have to rebound quickly for a Thursday night match against seven-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist Kaia Kanepi in the Round of 16.
More to come...
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — FOX 17 sat down with Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom regarding the videos of an officer-involved shooting.
We asked GRPD directly about the location of the bullet wound that killed 26-year-old Patrick Lyoya.
This is what the police department issued as a response:
The county prosecutor has requested that we delay the public release of video and associated evidence related to the officer-involved shooting on Apri 4l. We share the community’s desire to have transparent and timely access to relevant information regarding this incident but also understand Mr. Becker’s concerns. We will continue to work with Mr. Becker’s office to release the relevant video in a way that protects the integrity of the investigation while honoring our commitment to access and accountability.
Chief Winstrom talked broadly Thursday afternoon about the shooting, and where the investigation stands.
The Kent County Prosecutor has asked no information about the investigation be released.
Winstrom, however, has seen the video of the shooting.
He says so has Lyoya's family.
“More important than public transparency for me was making sure that Patrick’s father Peter started the process of closure,” Winstrom said.
Winstrom says he will release the video as soon as the prosecutor's office gives the go-ahead.
He says it was at the prosecutor's office's request they withhold the video.
“I talked to one of Chris’s assistants yesterday. He was strongly advising me that he did not want us to release the video," Winstrom said.
Winstrom saying that public transparency is important to him. But it's important foremost for the family of Lyoya.
“More important than public transparency for me, was making sure that Patrick’s father Peter started the process of closure,” Winstrom said.
The wound is far from closed.
“Such an amazing family. They’re actually supportive of the police. They’re very thankful of how they’ve been treated by us. They’re extremely devastated by the loss of Patrick. They want answers. They want answers for as far as what the investigation reveals.” Winstrom said.
Family of Lyoya was concerned the department would delete video taken on a cell phone by Lyoya's passenger. That passenger is not in custody.
“He was concerned police would erase it. That it would be part of a cover up. One thing that brought him comfort that we weren’t able to release it publicly, he was able to see it. He was given certainty, that that video exists.. and that video will be retained as evidence,” Winstrom said.
Winstrom says he's aware of the consequences of waiting to release the video.
“The longer the video is withheld, the more that there will be calls that there is a cover-up,” Winstrom said.
He promises that is not happening.
“Obviously transparency is very important to us as an agency,” Winstrom said.
Winstrom says GRPD will protect the rights of protesters who have planned to march on Saturday after the death of Lyoya. He says his experience in Chicago being in charge of policing protests will guide him.
“It’s been hundreds of protests…that people ensured that they had their right to make their voices heard. There was no enforcement interaction. There were no injuries, and there was no destruction of property,” Winstrom said.
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The City of Mesa provides over the telephone utility notification via a phone answering system. Phone Calls. To determine inaccurate list entries that can't provide us accurate customer notifications by SMS can get a telephone system message telling if something happens as in. And phone support you on time! There to answer you. And on! If an incident requiring police notification should require additional notifications. I have received messages of City News alert as of a phone calling service phone calls to ALLENDALE, Mich. — After a month long search, Grand Valley athletics introduced their new men's basketball coach on Thursday. Cornell Mann is the new leader of the Lakers.
Mann comes to GVSU after many successful coaching stops. He most recently was at Missouri where he worked under Cuonzo Martin. There he helped take the Tigers from the worst record from a power five team to making the NCAA tournament the following season.
"I believe in work and I want to see guys work." said Mann. "And I want to see them work to get something out of it. One of the things I'd like to see while I'm here is I'd like to recruit and coach an NBA player here. I'd like to see that happen and I think it's very doable. But you know people have to believe, student-athlete has to believe. And then they really have to really, really work. Those championships, the NBA levels and the professional levels are in the work."
Mann has also had coaching stops at Iowa State, Western Michigan, Central Michigan, Dayton, and Oakland University.
Grand Valley was 17-11 this season and 11-9 in the GLIAC.
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No. 2 Arkansas baseball at No. 22 Florida: Live score updates from SEC series
No. 2 Arkansas baseball is on the road for a weekend SEC series against No. 22 Florida. The Razorbacks and Gators will face off in three games starting Thursday (5 p.m. CT, SECN).
Arkansas (22-5, 7-2 SEC) is coming off a 21-9 midweek win over Central Arkansas in which catcher Dylan Leach hit for the cycle. Arkansas hit seven home runs in the win.
The Razorbacks' last SEC series was against defending national champion Mississippi State. The Bulldogs narrowly avoided a sweep with a 12-inning win in Game 3, but Arkansas took the series for its third conference series win.
Florida (19-10, 3-6) played its last series at No. 23 Georgia, and the Bulldogs swept the Gators. Florida dropped 10 spots in the USA Today coaches poll after the losses.
The Razorbacks will start their usual weekend rotation of Connor Noland, Hagen Smith and Jaxon Wiggins in that order. Based on last weekend's rotation, Florida will pitch Hunter Barco on Thursday, Brandon Sproat on Friday and Garrett Milchin on Saturday.
WEEKEND RECAP:Our top observations from No. 2 Arkansas baseball's series win against Mississippi State
SCOUTING REPORT:What to know about Florida baseball before Razorbacks' road series
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Arkansas basketball adds Arizona State forward Jalen Graham via NCAA transfer portal
FAYETTEVILLE — Eric Musselman and Arkansas basketball have added a fourth player via the NCAA transfer portal.
Former Arizona State forward Jalen Graham committed to the Razorbacks on Thursday, one day after Rhode Island big men Makhi and Makhel Mitchell announced their transfers to Arkansas.
Graham was a second-team All-Pac 12 selection after his junior season. The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 9.9 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists for the Sun Devils in 2021-22 while starting in 22 games. His .486 field goal percentage was second-best among players with more than 100 attempts.
HOOPS NEWS:Arkansas basketball promotes director of operations Anthony Ruta to assistant coach
TRANSFER TRACKER:Who's out, who's in for Arkansas basketball via NCAA transfer portal
PRESEASON HYPE:Razorbacks No. 1? Where Arkansas basketball stands in 'way-too-early' top 25 rankings
All four of Arkansas' new additions via the transfer portal are forwards. Former Missouri big Trevon Brazile committed to Arkansas at the end of March, but at 6-7, he's the smallest of the group. Like Graham, Makhi Mitchell is 6-9. Makhel Mitchell is 6-10.
The Razorbacks' No. 2-ranked recruiting class includes six high school players. The addition of the Mitchell twins means Arkansas now has nine new players joining the roster.
Division I basketball programs can have 13 players on scholarship. Although Arkansas has had nine players leave due to transferring, running out of eligibility or turning pro, but has added 10 from the portal and high school ranks. As things stand now, there is no scholarship available for Graham. Arkansas needs one more player to leave the team to open a 13th spot.
Christina Long covers the Arkansas Razorbacks. You can email her at clong@swtimes.com or follow her on Twitter @christinalong00.
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Mumbai: Health experts on Wednesday sought to downplay apprehensions centred around XE, a new coronavirus variant deemed more transmissible, and said despite being around since January, the strain has not propelled a surge in cases like Omicron, but advised strict adherence to COVID-19-appropriate behaviour.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday said a woman who had arrived here from South Africa in February and tested positive for COVID-19 was found infected with the XE variant, which was first detected in the UK. This was the first XE case in Mumbai.
However, official sources in New Delhi clarified, "Present evidence do not yet indicate that it is a case of XE variant."
According to the Maharashtra health department, the XE variant was found in a 50-year-old woman, a South African national, who came here on February 10 and was tested on February 27 for COVID-19 with her test returning a positive result.
Her lab sample was referred to Kasturba Hospital Central laboratory for genome sequencing.
It has been found to be a new XE variant in initial sequencing.
Though GISAID also confirmed it, INSACOG (Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium) has decided to go for another round of genomic sequencing at a national laboratory for sure confirmation of XE variant, the department said.
The woman was asymptomatic and found to be RT-PCR negative on repeat testing, the health department added.
Rakesh Mishra, Director of the Tata Institute of Genetics and Society, Bengaluru, said the XE variant is a recombinant of BA.1 and BA.2, the sub-lineages of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19. In addition to those, it has three other mutations which were not there in Omicron or BA.1 or BA.2. That is why it is called XE. It will now be a variant, he told PTI.
Senior epidemiologist Dr Raman Gangakhedekar, former head scientist of the Epidemiology and Communicable Diseases Division at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said when a recombinant occurs, it tends to last for a lesser time.
Recombinant events are chance events because two different types of viruses are in the body and they tend to develop a recombinant new virus, Gangakhedekar said.
He said the virus fitness does not increase by a recombinant event. It is unlikely to be stable as recombinants are rare events.
The state health department said the XE variant is a combination of BA.1 and BA.2 strains of Omicron and found to be responsible for enhanced viral transmission.
Asked about its severity and transmissibility, Mishra said as far as the infectivity data is concerned, XE is 10 per cent more infectious than Omicron.
This is based on the UK data, he said.
There is no information whether the clinical symptoms are worse, or whether its immune escape is more. Data is not available for the same," Mishra noted.
The general perception is that this was the known (variant) since the middle of January and now we are two-and-a-half months past that. Not many cases of this variant are seen. The UK has some 600 cases. This means that if it was going to be dangerous, more infectious, by now we would have seen it everywhere, Mishra said.
The director of the Tata Institute of Genetics and Society said Omicron appeared in November (in South Africa) and it was all over the world in 4 to 5 weeks and replaced Delta (which caused the second wave in April-May last year), but XE has not done that. I don't think XE is of any concern to us. It doesn't look like we have to worry about it. But we have to exercise caution and follow COVID-19 protocols, Mishra said.
Gangakhedekar said he doubted that it is transmissible like BA.2. Frequent changes in genomic structure are part of the natural life course of viruses and there is no need to worry but everyone should opt for appropriate precaution. There is no strong epidemiological evidence that the transmissibility is very high because had that been the cases, we would have seen a surge in the cases. But this must be tracked, the senior epidemiologist said.
Anurag Agrawal, Dean, Biosciences and Health Research at the Ashoka University, said there is no critical global signal of concern as of now with regards to XE. The World Health Organisation on April 2 said XE appears to be more transmissible than previous strains of the coronavirus, and stressed that COVID-19 remains a public health emergency of international concern and warning that it is too early to reduce the quality of surveillance.
The WHO said in its latest update that the XE recombinant (BA.1-BA.2) was first detected in the UK on January 19 and more than 600 sequences have been reported and confirmed since then. Early-day estimates indicate a community growth rate advantage of 10 per cent as compared to BA.2. However, this finding requires further confirmation, it said.
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Mumbai: The first case of XE, a more transmissible COVID-19 variant, was detected in Mumbai on Wednesday, officials of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said.
But the data of the patient, a South African resident who has recovered from the infection since, will be sent to the National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBGM) for further confirmation, a civic official said later.
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) experts were conducting genomic analysis of the coronavirus case reported as that of XE variant by Mumbai civic officials though scientific evidence so far does not indicate it to be so, official sources said.
A woman who arrived from South Africa in February was found to have this Omicron sub-variant, BMC officials claimed earlier, adding that she was asymptomatic and recovered from the infection.
Besides, a case of the Kappa variant of coronavirus was also detected during a sero survey, a BMC official said, adding the results came in genome sequencing of 376 samples, the 11th batch of testing in the local genome sequencing lab.
Kappa cases have been found in the city earlier too, she added.
As per the sero survey, Omicron was found in 228 out of 230 samples (99.13 per cent) collected from Mumbai.
One case was of XE, and another of Kappa.
The genome sequencing of 376 samples was conducted at the municipal Kasturba Hospital's Genome Sequencing Lab.
The condition of the patients found infected with the new strains of the virus was not serious, the official said.
As controversy arose over the accuracy of the BMC's finding, a civic official said late at night that the Kasturba Hospital's Genome Sequencing Lab's head Dr Jayavanti Shashtri participated in the INSACGO meeting, and was asked to send the sequencing data for further confirmation to the NIBMG.
Mumbai on Tuesday reported 56 COVID-19 cases, a three-fold rise from a day earlier, which took the infection count in the country's financial capital to 10,58,185.
The death toll remained unchanged at 19,559 as no new fatality was recorded, while the recovery count rose by 36 to touch 10,38,356, leaving the metropolis with 270 active cases.
A BMC official said the XE variant appears to be 10 per cent more transmissible than the BA.2 sub-variant of Omicron.
So far, BA.2 was deemed to be the most contagious of all the COVID-19 variants.
The XE variant is a mutation of the BA.1 and BA.2 Omicron strains, referred to as a "recombinant. As per the initial studies, the XE variant has a growth rate of 9.8 percent over that of BA.2, also known as the stealth variant because of its ability to evade detection.
The World Health Organization has said the latest mutant may be more transmissible than the previous ones.
Mangala Gomare, executive health officer of the BMC, told PTI that the woman who was found to have contacted the XE variant had arrived from South Africa and tested positive for coronavirus infection three weeks after arriving.
"She was asymptomatic and tested negative the next day," Gomare said.
The woman, who is a costume designer, was a member of a film shooting crew. She arrived from South Africa on February 10, 2022.
"She did not have any travel history prior to that. She had been vaccinated with both doses of the COMIRNATY vaccine," the official said, adding that she suffered from no co-morbidities.
On arrival in India she tested negative for COVID-19, but on March 2, she tested positive during routine testing.
In the subsequent test, she tested negative. She had been quarantined in a hotel rook during this period.
As to whether it was the first case of the XE variant detected in India, BMC officials said they could not confirm this.
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Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors severely rebuked a New York Magazine reporter for writing an inflammatory and inaccurate report on the organization’s dealings, claiming the BLM used millions in donations to secretly purchase a $6 million home in Southern California.
Cullors took to social media to torch the author, Sean Campbell of the NYM’s Intelligencer, and vehemently refuted the so-called exposé as being “filled with misinformation, innuendo, and incendiary opinions.”
“I have never misappropriated funds, and it pains me that so many people have accepted that narrative without the presence of tangible truth or facts,” she told her 400K Instagram followers. “Nevertheless, this will soon be made clear upon the release of the BLM 990s.”
Cullors charges that mostly right-wing and racist forces peddled false and defamatory information to gullible audiences that said the BLM misappropriated public donations for personal gain and gratification. But an investigative USA Today report stated there was “no evidence to support the idea” that Cullors siphoned donations to her personal account to purchase four properties.
Patrisse Cullors is the Executive Director of Black Lives Matter Global NetworkFoundation (BLMGNF). She serves in this role in a volunteer capacity and does not receive a salary or benefits. pic.twitter.com/w43HJOdg2f
— Black Lives Matter (@Blklivesmatter) April 13, 2021
The Los Angeles-born and bred Cullors, 38, who graduated from the University of California-Los Angeles and got her master’s at neighboring University of Southern California, created the #BlackLivesMatter hashtag in 2013 with Alicia Garza and Opai Tometi. It was in response to the outrage regarding George Zimmerman’s acquittal after killing Trayvon Martin.
Cullors, Garza and Tometi eventually founded the BLM organization and created national chapters in 2015, with Cullors becoming its most visible leader until May 2021 when she resigned as executive director of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation.
The activist said the property was purchased in 2020 for the purpose of housing “those within the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation and broader movement community could work, create content, host meetings, and foster creativity.”
Cullors continues with her scathing letter to her followers below.
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In the end, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s impeccable résumé and credentials, coupled with her uncanny ability to wade through shark-infested waters during the contentious hearings on Capitol Hill, have resulted in her historic confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Jackson will officially become the first African American female to serve as a jurist on the U.S. Supreme Court, a monumental event in American history that is being celebrated across the political spectrum and throughout pop culture.
With the U.S. Senate vote of 53-47 — which included Republicans Mitt Romney, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voting with Democrats — Jackson will now replace retiring Justice Stephen Breyer on the highest court in the United States.
Jackson is the third African American to serve on the Supreme Court bench. The venerated civil rights icon Thurgood Marshall, who served from 1967 to 1991, was the first Black to sit on the court. Justice Clarence Thomas, a staunch conservative, was confirmed 31 years ago after enduring contentious hearings on Capitol Hill.
Jackson’s confirmation hearing is a direct result of the historic flipping of the state of Georgia to blue during the consequential 2020 presidential elections. With two Democratic senators elected from the traditionally red state, Democrats were able to wield a slim majority in the Senate (a technical tie that Vice President Kamala Harris is able to break). Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, admitted that if the GOP had gained control of the Senate, Jackson would not have even gotten a hearing.
Twitter and other social media outlets, therefore, exploded with jubilation with Jackson’s confirmation, with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressly, D-Mass., penning this witty and facetious congratulatory message:
Watch your step, concrete ceiling just shattered.
Congratulations to the Honorable SUPREME. COURT. JUSTICE. Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Now read that again.
— Ayanna Pressley (@AyannaPressley) April 7, 2022
Even the original Star Wars lead actor, Mark Hamill, is elated with the societal-quaking event that will reverberate far into the future.
Thrilled to learn that Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will be confirmed for #SCOTUS!!! pic.twitter.com/jjWkO6sEYn
— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) April 5, 2022
Congratulations to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman and first public defender on the Supreme Court.
Without the commitment of voters and organizers to take back the Senate and White House, this historic moment might not have happened.
Well done. Onward. pic.twitter.com/kZxqzCA8Pp
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) April 7, 2022
We’re finally going to get to say it: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Woo-hoo!!
— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) April 7, 2022
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Police in Chester, Pennsylvania, responded to the scene after a 4-year-old girl was shot by her toddler brother in a car outside a gas station on April 5. The 2-year-old brother was reportedly handling the gun inside the car when it went off.
People nearby heard the gunshot inside the vehicle. The girl was rushed to the Crozer-Chester Medical Center, where she was later pronounced dead.
Witnesses say the father of the two children was outside the car when the incident happened.
Despite the accident, one of the witnesses said the father was a good man.
“He was a good dude,” Theodore Crumpler said to NBC10 news. “He went to work every day. He kept his kids right beside him. It’s the number one thing that he did. Their dad was a very beautiful man.”
“He went in the store. Usually, he has someone pumping gas, which would be me or somebody else and I would watch the kids,” Crumpler continued. “But I wasn’t here today. I’m so hurt that I wasn’t here.”
According to the Gun Violence Archive, 258 children 11 and younger have been killed or injured by gunfire this year. More than 1,000 were wounded or fatally shot last year, the most casualties reported in the site’s eight years of gathering data.
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Spice is the internationally renowned Queen of Dancehall. This award-winning artist has influenced the world to embrace dancehall through her showstopping performances and thought-provoking lyrics.
Born and raised in Portmore, Jamaica, Spice has taken her love for her culture and people to a new level by bringing her Jamaican roots to VH1’s “Love and Hip Hop.” In 2021, she gained international acclaim thanks to her collaboration with Shaggy and Sean Paul with the hit record “Go Down Deh!”
Tell us about the moment when you found out that you were nominated for the best reggae album of the year.
I was home in Atlanta with family and kids filming “Love and Hip Hop” when I got the news, and I remember running down the stairs and screaming. My mom, my other half, and my sister were here, so it was that moment where everybody was just proud, and it was very emotional. I was crying and was like ‘oh my God me!’ I felt so humbled and grateful for the nomination.
What does this mean to you and to the Caribbean culture, and the dancehall and reggae music scene?
It means a lot. This one is a special one because dancehall as a genre doesn’t get a lot of recognition. People only recognize reggae music, even though dancehall was birthed from reggae music, it’s still two separate genres. I’m the first hardcore female dancehall artist to ever be nominated for a Grammy and for the culture, it means a lot to be recognized by the Recording Academy as a woman in this genre. It has never been done before. I’m opening up doors and creating a pathway for all the other talented dancehall female artists that are in Jamaica. It’s a great accomplishment.
What is so iconic about your album 10, and why the number 10?
The number 10 came from me being signed to my record label for 10 years There is recorded history of the record label and I going back and forth on the direction of my brand. At first, we weren’t seeing eye to eye and I went my separate way. I was producing for myself, I became my own record label, I was my own manager and I created my own team.
It took my team and I 10 years to finally say let’s come together and make this album happen, and so that number 10 is a great milestone for me. It means a lot to my journey, and so I wanted to take that number with me because I want to be reminded that it took 10 years.
What is your Superpower?
My superpower is making a meal out of anything or making a meal out of nothing. I think I got that from my mom. If I come into the kitchen and somebody else would come and say ‘there’s nothing here to cook,’ I can find you a full meal out of anything that’s in the kitchen.
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T.I. corrected his actions and is moving on.
On April 5, there was a video on social media of T.I. going on stage and interrupting comedian Lauren Knight after she made a joke about the sexual assault allegations that he and Tiny faced in 2021.
“There was no f—ing crime. There is nothing to charge me for, or my wife,” he said. Knight tried to explain but T.I. continued saying, “Shut the f— up for a second! Hey, listen. No, no, no. As many times as you joke on that s—, n—a, I’m gonna check yo motherf—in’ a- as long as it takes. N—a, when you stop talking about it, when you stop playing with me and mine, I’mma stop saying something.”
T.I. then went on stage and took the mic from Knight.
On April 6, the rapper posted a long caption on Instagram along with a video of the two talking.
“I’ve said from my entrance into the world of comedy that I intend to use my light to shine on others,” T.I said in the caption. “To bring awareness to those who have love and respect for the art form. In the spirit of that … Everyone I’d like to introduce you to @sheslaurenk she’s a young up-and-coming comic on the scene in Atlanta check her out.”
“She’s a young black women fighting to use her voice for laughter & I understand that may take us down dark roads at times but there’s always an opportunity to find a beacon of light & produce a positive outcome,” T.I. continued.
“I’m here to protect you and correct you. I’m not here to do anything harmful to you. I love you,” T.I. said to Knight in a video.
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2 Chicago men arrested for breaking into Joliet bar, trying to steal money from slot machines
JOLIET, Ill. - Two Chicago men were arrested for breaking into a Joliet bar and trying to steal money from slot machines, an ATM and a cash register Wednesday.
At about 3:22 a.m., Joliet officers responded to Metro Bar and Grill, located at 2019 Essington Road, for a possible burglary in progress.
When officers arrived, it appeared that someone had forced entry into the business by damaging the front door, authorities said.
A perimeter was set up by police after they noticed two men, later identified by police as Antonio Baughns and Kentheney Moore, near the slot machines.
Baughns and Moore allegedly tried to flee from officers through the front door.
Officers were able to take them into custody without further incident.
Baugns, 39, was arrested for burglary, resisting a peace officer, criminal damage to property, possession of burglary tools and theft of coin operated machines.
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Moore, 41, was arrested for burglary, resisting a peace officer, criminal damage to property, possession of burglary tools and theft of coin operated machines.
While searching the business, officers located multiple slot machines that had been pried open. A cash register and an ATM were damaged as well.
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Multiple tools used in the burglary were recovered inside the business, police said.
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4,000 electric scooters hitting Chicago streets next month
CHICAGO - Four thousand electric scooters — 1,000 of them integrated into the downtown Divvy bike-sharing system — will hit the streets next month and take their place as a permanent part of Chicago’s transportation system.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s administration made it happen Thursday by authorizing three companies — Lime, Spin and Superpedestrian — to start renting 1,000 scooters apiece outside downtown.
Half those scooters must be offered in what the city’s calls "equity priority areas" on the South and West sides.
At the same time, City Hall gave Lyft, operator of the Divvy bike-sharing system, the exclusive right to add 1,000 scooters to its 230 docking stations in the greater downtown area "to manage the introduction of scooters in the pedestrian-rich downtown area."
That will give Chicago what top mayoral aides billed as the "first docked system in the nation that can accommodate both bikes and scooters side-by-side." Docking at Divvy stations will be "incentivized" by offering lower prices to those riders.
The 4,000 electric scooters are expected to hit the streets in early May, but will not be allowed on the Lakefront Trail, the 606, the Riverwalk or Navy Pier.
As required by a City Council ordinance approved last fall, all 4,000 scooters must be equipped with "sidewalk detection" technology to protect pedestrians by reducing sidewalk speeds.
All four licensees must also use "lock-to" scooters, designed to be locked to something — a tree or street sign, for example — between rentals. During pilot programs, some complained about scooters being left in the middle of sidewalks.
Ald. Howard Brookins (21st), chairman of the council’s Transportation Committee, called the 4,000-scooter program a "work in progress."
"Are there gonna be some growing pains? There sure are. But in relatively short order, they should be able to get it right," Brookins said Thursday.
"Geo-fencing works. If it’s not put in the appropriate place, you will be charged more, to really ramp up the incentive for people to put them back in the appropriate place."
No matter how many safeguards are put in place, complaints about sidewalk clutter and pedestrian safety are likely to continue, the chairman said.
"Even if they’re chained to light poles, people don’t want to see ’em. Even though a significant number of people have their own electronic scooters and can ride anywhere they want to, people will still complain," Brookins said.
"There’s gonna always be a certain percentage of people who disagree with it. We’ve just got to figure that into the equation and try and make it the best that we can."
Downtown Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd) said adding 1,000 scooters all at once might be a "shock to the system" to the already-congested greater downtown area.
"It might make more sense to phase it in more gradually and incrementally," he said.
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Geo-fencing also "needs to be tested in real-world conditions," but downtown Chicago should not be the guinea pig, Hopkins said.
"We’re not back to pre-pandemic traffic levels. When there’s less pedestrian traffic, people on the wheeled devices think they can go faster. All it takes is one person walking out of a store holding packages and they’re struck and injured," Hopkins said.
"There’s a lot of pedestrian-vehicle conflict. Now, there’s pedestrian-bike conflict. Pedestrian-scooter conflict. Pedestrians seem to be at the bottom of the transportation food chain. They’re the most vulnerable. The most likely to be injured by someone operating in an unsafe manner. And this adds to it."
Despite jurisdictional issues with the police union, Hopkins urged the city to find a way to authorize a core of civilian employees to ticket scooter and bike riders "playing slalom down Michigan Avenue sidewalks."
Brookins agreed ticketing is needed — and not just for sidewalk incursions.
"Bikes, scooters. The whole traffic situation is out of control — including car traffic. It’s ridiculous. We get complaints all over the city about numerous violations and then not enough people out there trying to enforce these ordinances," Brookins said.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot noted skyrocketing gasoline prices are the perfect backdrop for the scooter launch.
"As transportation costs go up, it is critical that we support micro-mobility solutions like shared bikes and scooters, which provide affordable way to travel in Chicago without needing a car," the mayor was quoted as saying in a press release.
During a committee meeting last fall, LeAaron Foley, director of government and community relations for Lime Chicago, described the "geo-fencing" software embedded in electric scooters.
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"We can reduce the speed from, say from 15 miles-per-hour to 10 miles-per-hour based off of the geo-fencing maps that we receive from CDOT and upload into our app. [We can] make sure that riders can no longer enter into those zones or that they must only go a certain speed while they’re in that zone," Foley said that day.
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Clouted pot company can’t legally move dispensary to site of old Rainforest Cafe
CHICAGO - A cannabis firm with deep ties to city government can’t legally follow through on its plan to move a Norwood Park dispensary to the site of the former Rainforest Cafe on the Near North Side.
Palatine-based Progressive Treatment Solutions, or PTS Corp., first notified the city’s zoning administrator of its plans last December, setting in motion the process for seeking the required special use permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
PTS, which currently operates four Consume dispensaries and a cultivation center in Illinois, wants to move a dual-use pot shop from 6428 N. Milwaukee Ave. to 605 N. Clark St., which previously housed the colorful Rainforest Cafe until it closed amid the pandemic in August 2020. Block Club Chicago first reported on the company’s effort to relocate.
However, the plan appears to be a non-starter without changes to state law.
A dispensary can’t open within 1,500 feet of an existing pot shop unless it’s owned by a so-called social equity applicant, according to Chris Slaby, a spokesman for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional and Regulation.
There are at least three dispensaries that appear to be within that distance. PTS, one of the original firms to get approval to sell pot in Illinois, does not have social equity status, a designation created to diversify the white-dominated weed business.
Dispensaries that sell medical and recreational weed, like Consume in Norwood Park, also can’t legally move outside their designated medical district, Slaby said. But PTS would need to do just that to move to the shuttered Rainforest Cafe building.
Cannabis firm taps Terry Peterson as CEO
The company’s newly-installed chief executive is Terry Peterson, a former 17th Ward alderman who has held various roles in city government. Peterson served as an aide to former Mayor Richard M. Daley, led the Chicago Housing Authority and was chairman of the Chicago Transit Authority’s board.
Peterson is Black, which is extremely rare among cannabis executives at businesses currently selling marijuana in Illinois. A recent IDFPR report showed that only one African American had an ownership stake in a dispensary over the past two years.
PTS has also been led in part by David Flood, a businessman whose family owns Flood Brothers Disposal, a trash-hauling company that has held lucrative contracts with city agencies. Flood previously served as the treasurer and principal officer of the influential and deep-pocketed Medical Cannabis Alliance of Illinois, which is now known as the Cannabis Business Association of Illinois.
State records show PTS and Consume have donated at least $139,500 to state lawmakers, and PTS currently has two high-powered lobbyists working on its behalf in Springfield although it’s unclear whether any change will be made to the distance requirement during this legislative session.
In Chicago, cannabis has remained a charged issue for years. As many people of color have effectively been shut out of the industry, alderpersons have sought ways to accelerate the state’s diversity efforts — with marginal success.
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Ald. Brendan Reilly, whose 42nd Ward includes the old Rainforest Cafe, didn’t respond to a request for comment on PTS’ proposed move. His wife works at a Sunnyside dispensary owned by Cresco Labs and located at 436 N. Clark St., which appears to be less than 1,500 feet from PTS’ desired location.
There is also a PharmaCann Verilife dispensary at 60 W. Superior St. and Ascend’s MOCA dispensary at 216 W Ohio St.
Although three state-run lotteries named the winners of 185 permits that could constitute the next round of pot shops in Illinois, a Cook County judge’s order continues to block their issuance. Nevertheless, some of the winners have begun seeking zoning approval in Chicago.
One of those companies, GRI Holdings, also has considerable clout and connections to the state’s early medical cannabis industry and is also seeking to open a shop in the area once the legal issues are resolved.
The company’s registered managers include restaurant mogul Phil Stefani; former high-ranking Chicago cop Thomas Wheeler Jr. and John Trotta, the CTA’s former vice president of purchasing and warehousing. Ashley Barry, the former director of operations for the Illinois House Republican Organization, is also serving as GRI’s community outreach coordinator.
Throughout the application process, GRI was guided by two consultants with close ties to Springfield: Ross Morreale, the co-founder of one of the state’s highly lucrative marijuana cultivation sites and brother-in-law of former state Rep. Michael McAuliffe (R-Chicago), and Jay Stewart, a former director of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, the agency that will issue the new pot shop licenses.
GRI earned social equity status by hiring a workforce of at least six people that meet various requirements, like living in an area that’s been harmed by the drug war or having an expugnable cannabis arrest or conviction.
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GRI intends to set up shop inside The Blanc, a condominium and retail space located at 612 N. Wells St. that’s apparently less than 1,500 feet from the former Rainforest Cafe. They applied for zoning approval earlier this year.
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Video released after Indiana man is tased by Michigan City police, officers recover gun
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. - Body camera video was released by Michigan City police Thursday afternoon after an Indiana man was tased by officers earlier this week.
Michigan City police released a statement Wednesday saying they were dispatched to the 1000 block of West 9th Street on Tuesday for a suspicious vehicle chasing two males on foot, and one of the subjects possibly had a weapon.
Tahir Kelly was walking alone in that area when he was stopped by police.
At the beginning of the footage, Kelly is seen speaking with several officers, when one asked him his name. Kelly originally said his name was Tahir Benson
An officer ran the name and returned to Kelly, and asked again for his ‘real’ name.
He gave his full name, Tahir Kelly, and explained that he just got married and that his wife's name is Mary Benson, which is why he gave that last name.
Again, the officer runs the name.
After exiting the squad car, the officer tells Kelly to turn around. At that point, Kelly takes off running.
"I was minding my own business, they swarmed me, they came from everywhere," said Kelly in a report with FOX 32 Wednesday. "They tased me in my back."
The officer gives chase, and tases Kelly.
Kelly is seen falling to the ground — face first — on video.
Officers then begin searching Kelly's belongings, and one officer is heard saying, "Let's get him off his face."
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Content in this video is disturbing and graphic. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
An officer eventually finds Kelly's identification and tells the others his full name, to which the officer who ran his name originally said, "That's his name? Are you serious? Tahir Kelly? That's what he told me. What is he runnin' for?"
The officer who originally ran Kelly's name then sits him up as they wait for medics.
Kelly begins adjusting his jacket. At this time, the officer yells, "Gun! Gun!"
A gun is seen on the ground, and the officer says that Kelly was trying to "ditch it."
Kelly is heard saying, "What gun? What gun?"
Medics then arrive on scene, and Kelly is put in an ambulance.
We blurred Kelly’s face, head, eye and mouth in this report because of the graphic nature of his injuries.
Derris Baylor, Kelly’s mother, said her son is developmentally delayed, and she was able to view some of the body worn video before police released it to the public.
"He got scared, and he tried to run, and they tased him in his back and his spine, his body locked up, and he started gurgling, and he fell," said Baylor. "That’s when I got up and left."
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Police did respond to these claims, saying in part:
"Officers were unable to confirm the identity of the 26-year-old male initially who gave varying names. As officers attempted to place the male into custody, the male fled on foot running from police. Officers pursued the male and deployed a taser to assist in the apprehension of the male who was resisting arrest. As a result of being tased, the male fell to the ground and sustained injuries to his facial area."
It goes on to say due to the injuries sustained from the fall, "the male was released from police custody to receive medical care."
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...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 knots.
* WHERE...Most Hawaiian Coastal Waters except Windward Kauai and
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* WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
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A Starbucks Corp. employee wearing protective gloves hands a customer an order from a drive-thru window at a store in Hercules, California, U.S., on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Some of Americas fast-food workers are finally getting face masks and emergency sick days to help get them through the coronavirus outbreak. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
HONOLULU (KITV4) -- The Honolulu Department of Environmental Services is working with Starbucks to help eliminate waste in the Hawaiian islands.
The department announced on Twitter Wednesday that Starbucks will re-launch its "bring your personal cup incentive program" at nine locations on Oahu. The goal is to eliminate disposable cups and promote reusable ones.
Starbucks acknowledges its cups are iconic symbols of the brand but are also a symbol of a throwaway society. Although some cups are recyclable, they still end up in landfills or as litter on streets. The company's solution is to eliminate the disposable cup completely.
ENV met with Starbucks to discuss a mutual interest in waste reduction. Starbucks is relaunching its "bring your personal cup incentive program" to 9 locations on Oahu to elimiante disposable cups and promote reusable ones.CNN’s Starbucks Story (https://t.co/42DW0NcXot) pic.twitter.com/xXBBBwjfce
By 2025, Starbucks aims to have every customer bring in their own mug or borrow a mug from their local store. Starbucks is also planning to let customers use their own personal mugs at every location in the United States and Canada, whether they order ahead or use the drive-thru.
No date has been announced on when the Oahu locations will start the program or which locations will participate.
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HONOLULU (KITV4) -- The head of training at the Hawaii Department of Public Safety was arrested Thursday morning.
Investigators with the Hawaii Department of the Attorney General arrested J. Marte Martinez at around 9:45 a.m. at her office in Iwilei near Dole Cannery. She is charged with 14 counts. She's the administrator of PSD's Training and Staff Development Office.
Martinez is accused of falsifying her college transcripts and lying about her educational background to get job promotions while at PSD.
Martinez is in charge of training the state's deputy sheriffs and corrections officers, along with the recruits, and PSD's civilian staff.
After being arrested, Martinez was taken to the Sheriff Division's booking station on Keawe Street in Kakaako.
Martinez is charged with two counts of perjury, six counts of tampering with a government records, and six counts of unsworn falsification to authorities.
She's accused of lying about her educational background on state job applications to get promoted within the department and even forging transcripts.
According to court documents, Martinez made false statements to the Hawaii Labor Relations Board in December 2019, when she was questioned about her degrees.
She's also accused of submitting fake transcripts from Southern Oregon University, and the University of Northern Virginia.
Martinez is also accused of lying in 2017, while applying for the positions of public safety training officer, and professional standards and accreditation manager.
Court documents allege Martinez also lied on her job applications in May 2016 when she applied for the position of performance based management coordinator, and in September 2015 when she applied for the position of firearms training specialist.
In May 2015, Martinez was praised in a PSD newsletter, in an article titled: "Marte Martinez -- Not Your Ordinary Trainer."
The article said Martinez was a firearms training technician, and did testing and evaluating for the department's new handgun. The article concludes with: "Ms. Martinez deserves our heartfelt gratitude."
State officials were made aware of and launched an investigation into the allegations in 2019. Despite being under investigation, Martinez has still been working for PSD, heading the Training and Staff Development Office.
Marisa Yamane joined KITV4 in January 2022 as an anchor and executive producer. She is an award-winning veteran journalist, who’s spent most of her career in Hawaii. She’s a proud graduate of Iolani School and UCLA.
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