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Max Scherzer misses hitting. He misses pitching to pitchers.
And yet the New York Mets right-hander is just fine with the full-time addition of the designated hitter to the National League as of this season, nearly 50 years after the American League adopted it.
“The biggest benefit,” the three-time Cy Young Award winner said, “is that the sport is under one set of rules.”
So now all Major League Baseball games, regardless of location, include a DH in the lineup. The ballot for Sunday’s All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium included a DH for the NL (reigning MVP Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies led the voting for that spot but is out with a broken left thumb and will be replaced by William Contreras of the World Series champion Atlanta Braves). And scoring is up in the NL in 2022.
“In the future, you might be able to do some type of realignment, because everyone has the same rules,” Scherzer said. “I don’t know what it would look like, but you have more possibilities to do that.”
Adding the DH should increase offense by putting a real batter in the lineup. It also changes a manager’s job by eliminating some of the decisions about pinch-hitting, double-switching, etc.
“I’ve thought about it a few times: ‘When’s the pitcher coming up?’” Arizona Diamondbacks skipper Torey Lovullo said early in the season.
Runs per game for NL teams were at 4.5 through June this season, an increase from 4.31 through June in 2021 (although still down from 4.78 in 2019).
Over that same portion of each year from 2017-21 (minus the pandemic-shortened 2020), pitchers for NL teams combined to produce a .154 batting average, .152 slugging percentage and .306 OPS with per-season average league-wide totals of 7.6 homers and 79.2 RBIs.
Compare that to the NL DH stats this year: .241 average, .408 slugging, .728 OPS, 159 homers and 567 RBIs.
“We don’t really think about it anymore. It’s just part of the game now,” Harper said. “The DH is here and I don’t think it’s going anywhere anytime soon.”
Scherzer said he was hoping for additional tweaks to the way the DH works — he called it the “double-hook DH.”
Here’s how that would work: Either the player in the batting order as the DH would need to leave the game when his team’s starting pitcher gets removed or if the starting pitcher made a qualifying start by some measure — going five innings, say, or lasting 100 pitches — then his team would get to keep using its DH for the full game.
“If you connect the DH and the starting pitcher together, it would help promote keeping the starter in longer,” said Scherzer, who is 6-1 with a 2.15 ERA this season. “I feel like the game is using the starting pitcher less and less, and I think that’s just a problem from an aesthetic standpoint.”
Here are some perspectives on having the DH in the NL:
SLUGGER WHO WOULD RATHER NOT DH
“If I DH too much, I don’t want to be labeled something that I’m not. Personally, my favorite thing to do is to be out there in the field. I love playing first base. I feel like I can best contribute to the team by being out there. I’m young, I’m healthy, I’m fit, so I want to be out there as much as possible. When I’m older — if I’m still playing at 38, let’s say — yeah, sure, I’ll take a few extra DH days.” — Pete Alonso, New York Mets.
PLAYER WHO LIKES HAVING THE OPTION
“I grew up liking the National League style of the game. I really enjoyed seeing the pitcher hit and everything that went into the game with that. But this year, of course, it’s turned a little bit for me — being able to DH while (I was) hurt (earlier) really helped me out and helped my team out.” — Harper, able to bat when he couldn’t play the outfield because of an injured elbow, but now sidelined after getting hit by a pitch.
VETERAN DH NOW WITH AN NL CLUB
“It’s good for players: It will lengthen careers. It’s good for the game, I guess, because fans want to see hitters hit. And it protects pitchers, too, so they don’t have to hit or run the bases. … You have to commit to being a DH full-time or, when you get a chance to be a DH, you just need to commit to being a hitter. The first few years, it was hard for me to just DH. I had to embrace the position. It was a process.” — Nelson Cruz, Washington Nationals.
PITCHER WHO ENJOYED HITTING
“I enjoyed the grind of having to get in the cage to hit. I didn’t look at it as a problem. … I didn’t want to view myself as a pitcher trying to hit. No, my run means just as much as your run, so I’m going to run the bases the way you run the bases.” — Scherzer.
PITCHER OK WITH NOT HITTING
“There’s certain games where you’re definitely not excited to go up to the plate. You’ve struggled through a couple innings on the mound, and you’re just trying to catch your breath.” — Erik Fedde, Washington Nationals.
PITCHER ON HOW IT CHANGES THE ROUTINE
“In some ways, it’s easier to be in a better routine, because you don’t have to hit. So now every inning is the same for you. … It’s easier to just focus on pitching.” — Scherzer.
PITCHER ON WHY IT CAN BE HELPFUL FOR FOCUS
“I do know some guys would lose the strike zone when they faced pitchers. I just try to take the positive out of it: Facing a DH keeps you in your rhythm of really staying focused.” — Fedde.
MANAGER ON WHAT’S DIFFERENT
“I love the strategy of the pitcher hitting. It changes the game. You’re able to manipulate the lineup to create advantages — sometimes a disadvantage, if you have the wrong player in the wrong situation. It’s a different style of baseball, because you lose one portion of being strategic. But I love the idea of the offense being able to step up there and smash the baseball and put up crooked numbers.” — Lovullo.
___ AP Sports Writer Josh Dubow contributed.
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An effort is underway at Cal Poly Humboldt to rename the court at Lumberjack Arena after Tom Wood, who died in 2016. He was “one of the university’s greatest coaches,” the university said in a news release.
For nearly three decades, he was instrumental in helping the Lumberjack basketball team become a powerhouse in the NCAA Division II.
Wood was raised in Humboldt County but started his coaching career at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo where he helped the university’s team win three conference titles, two regional championships and one appearance in the NCAA Division II Final Four.
When Wood began coaching at then Humboldt State in 1981, he took the Lumberjacks to 11 NCAA postseason appearances, including the 2003-04 season when the team experienced a record-breaking year. The team went on to win its very first NCAA Division II West Region title along with an NCAA Division II elite eight appearance and finishing a team record of 28 wins.
Wood received plenty of kudos during his local coaching career: He was named West Region Division II Coach of the year in the 1989-90 season, and in the 2001-02 season, he was named Great Northwest Athletic Conference Coach of the Year. In 2010, Wood retired while also being selected to Humboldt’s Hall of Fame.
To honor the coach, the Cal Poly Humboldt Foundation and a group of community volunteers are teaming up to raise at least $350,000 to rename the court inside Lumberjack Arena “Tom Wood Court.” So far, $300,000 has been raised.
“Tom really cared about those players,” longtime Lumberjacks’ fan Joyce West said. “I’ve seen first-hand the benefit of participating in sports at Humboldt and learning how to work as a team.”
Wood retired in 2010 and praised the players he worked with.
“Interacting with the players, coaching them and preparing them, has been the most rewarding part of this job,” he said when he announced his retirement. “That continues with seeing them go on to their own successes in life, and thinking their experience here might have had something to do with that.”
The deadline to donate for the court’s renaming is July 30. To learn more about making a donation, go to https://giving.humboldt.edu/tom-wood-court-scholarship-endowment. | https://www.times-standard.com/2022/07/15/basketball-lumberjacks-aim-to-honor-coach-tom-wood/ | 2022-07-15T22:25:58Z | https://www.times-standard.com/2022/07/15/basketball-lumberjacks-aim-to-honor-coach-tom-wood/ | true |
Welcome to the Liverpool ECHO's Friday live blog for all your latest Everton news, rumours and transfer gossip.
The ECHO will provide breaking stories, reaction and comments to all the big talking points from Goodison Park as well as keeping tabs on transfer market gossip from around the world.
We'll bring you all the latest on Everton's pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White and Jesse Lingard, while Farhad Moshiri has confirmed the club is not up for sale.
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West Ham launch Broja bid
West Ham United have proposed a deal worth £30m to Chelsea for striker Armando Broja - £25m up front plus add-ons. Negotiations continue. (w/@SkySportsLyall) #Broja #WHUFC #CFC
— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) July 15, 2022
Nathan Patterson names Everton star he's 'most impressed' by and makes Frank Lampard admission
Everton defender Nathan Patterson has named which member of the squad he's been most impressed with and detailed what it's like working under manager Frank Lampard.
The Scotland international joined the Blues from Rangers in January but has so far made just one first team appearance for the club. The 20-year-old is currently out in the United States with the team as they prepare for the upcoming season and will have a chance to impress Lampard in their games against Arsenal and Minnesota United over the next week.
The right-back took part in a supporter question and answer on the club's social media channels on Thursday and was asked some interesting questions. One fan wanted to know which member of the squad Patterson has been most impressed with since his arrival earlier this year.
To read the full story, click here.
Everton new stadium latest as major Bramley-Moore Dock brickwork update announced
The first of the brick-faced panels that will soon be installed at Everton's new stadium has been manufactured.
In all, a total of 731 panels will be produced at Explore Manufacturing’s Centre of Excellence for Modern Construction factory in the East Midlands. Now, fans have been offered their first glimpse of what the brickwork, which is set to run around the outside of the new ground, will look like in the near future.
The Blues are nearing a year of work at Bramley-Moore Dock which has seen them create a stunning transformation of the area in a short period of time. Recent weeks have particularly been exciting for watching supporters as they have seen the concrete super-structure and steelwork start to rise above the high dock walls.
The frame of the stadium is now clearly visible in particular parts of the project, especially from the regular updates from the site released by the club. Weekly drone footage from supporters has also managed to give Evertonians a unique insight into what is happening throughout the construction.
To read the full story, click here.
Everton Women strengthen squad
Welcome to the Everton family, Jess Park! pic.twitter.com/tkEuQpnrmO
— Everton Women (@EvertonWomen) July 15, 2022
Blues linked with Ajax defender
Everton are believed to be admirers of Ajax defneder Anass Salah-Eddine.
The 20-year-old left-back is out of contract next summer and is struggling to agreed terms over a new deal, one reporter at Dutch outlet De Telegraaf has claimed.
Everton are not listed as being the only club showing interest in Salah-Eddine, however, with Club Brugge, Feyenood and FC Twente also aid to be keen on making a move.
James Tarkowski explains Frank Lampard influence in Everton transfer and makes supporters claim
Frank Lampard did not have to sell Everton as a club to James Tarkowski in order for him to agree a move to Merseyside.
For Tarkowski the immense stature of the Blues was obvious - at least so he thought until he moved across and his social media activity took off even more than he had expected. The passion of the fanbase, displayed so vividly in the club's hour of need, was a factor that particularly impressed him.
But the feature that convinced the centre back to turn down other clubs chasing his signature was the vision set out to him by by Lampard.
Tarkowski was all too aware of the battle experienced by Everton last year. He was part of that same fight, eventually losing it to the Blues despite his former side Burnley's mini-resurgence following the dismissal of manager Sean Dyche, sacked just days after Maxwel Cornet's late strike sunk Everton at Turf Moor.
To read the rest of Joe Thomas' Tarkowski exclusive, click here.
Send your good luck message to the Lionesses
Send your good luck messages to @Lionesses ahead of their final #WEURO2022 group game tonight https://t.co/pvNfhfbWaV
— Everton FC News (@LivEchoEFC) July 15, 2022
Everton show 'interest' in Rennes midfielder
Everton are reportedly interested in signing Rennes midfielder Benjamin Bourigeaud this summer.
The 28-year-old is out of contract at the end of the 2022/23 season and is yet to commit to a new deal with his current employers.
Tutto Mercato have claimed the Blues are competing against the likes of Fiorentina and Leicester City for his services.
United sign Everton 'target' Christan Eriksen
Christian Eriksen is a RED! #MUFC || @ChrisEriksen8
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 15, 2022
Everton 'working on a deal' to sign Maxwel Cornet
Everton are 'working on a deal' to sign Maxwel Cornet from Burnley, according to reports this afternoon.
The Athletic's David Ornstein claims the Blues are in contact with the Clarets, but no agreement as been reached as of yet.
He adds there is plenty of interest in the Ivory Coast international but Everton currently lead the race for his signature.
Everton working on deal to sign Maxwell Cornet from Burnley. Clubs in contact & while no agreement yet, negotiations continue. Other clubs keen on 25yo Ivory Coast int’l but as things stand #EFC the most likely destination @TheAthleticUK #twitterclarets https://t.co/j6loklxbGh
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) July 15, 2022
Anthony Gordon reacts to new Everton squad number and sets out clear aims for season
Anthony Gordon has reiterated that he wants to bring more goals and assists to his game now that he is Everton's new No.10, writes Adam Jones.
The winger was rewarded for an exceptional 2021/22 campaign with a new squad number earlier this month after a string of performances which have made him a fan favourite.
The academy graduate has been subject of rumours linking him with a transfer to Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United in recent weeks, but the Blues have been consistent in their view that he is not for sale.
Everton 'not interested' in Emmanuel Dennis
Everton are 'not interested' in pursuing a move for Watford forward Emmanuel Dennis, according to reports.
The Blues had been linked with the Nigeria international following the departure of Richarlison to Tottenham.
However, a report from The Athletic reveals the Blues are not looking to pursue a move and Chelsea's Armando Broja remains the 'number one' target.
James Tarkowski on first impressions
The ECHO's Joe Thomas is out in the United States covering Everton's pre-season tour and he caught up with new signing James Tarkowski.
James Tarkowski on his first impression of his Everton teammates: "I grafted all summer and I have come back and I am still chasing people. The lads are in great nick, there's a lot of great athletes out there and some very talented players.”
— Joe Thomas (@joe_thomas18) July 15, 2022
Full interview to follow
Everton stars attend baseball game
Nice one, @Nationals. Thanks for having us. https://t.co/1WSojqAoAu pic.twitter.com/ZhliFddCYD
— Everton (@Everton) July 15, 2022
Everton fan group react to Farhad Moshiri open letter to supporters
A group of Evertonians have responded to Farhad Moshiri's open letter on Thursday evening, writes Adam Jones.
Everton's majority shareholder released a statement to fans regarding a wide range of issues, including the status of the club amid talks of a potential takeover.
Moshiri confirmed that he does not consider the Blues as up for sale, although he had explored the investment opportunities in front of him.
Tickets on sale for Dynamo Kyiv friendly
| Tickets are now on general sale for our pre-season friendly against @dynamokyiven!
— Everton (@Everton) July 15, 2022
Proceeds from the game will be donated to humanitarian charities supporting the people of Ukraine.
Everton transfer latest as Arsenal close in on Oleksandr Zinchenko
Everton’s search for a new midfielder looks set to continue with Arsenal closing in on a move for Manchester City’s Oleksandr Zinchenko, reports Chris Beesley.
Reports earlier in the summer claimed that the Blues had shown interest in the four-times Premier League winner as Frank Lampard looked to revamp his side’s engine room.
However, Arsenal acted swiftly to make their move for Zivchenko and the deal has accelerated quickly since they moved ahead of Everton as the bookmakers’ favourites to land the player.
Everton players watch on as Leon Osman throws first pitch ahead of Major League Baseball game
Former Everton player Leon Osman threw out the ceremonial first pitch while current members of the Blues squad looked on ahead of the Major League baseball game between Washington Nationals and the Atlanta Braves, writes Chris Beesley.
Osman, 41, who is tied in 10th place with the legendary Dixie Dean on Everton’s all-time appearance list having played 433 games for the club, tossed the ball to Nationals pitcher Erick Fedde, described as “a big soccer fan”, ahead of the home side’s 5-4 defeat at their Nationals Park ballpark.
Osman was joined by several of Frank Lampard’s squad as Ben Godfrey, Demarai Gray, Dele Alli, Tom Davies and Asmir Begovic.
Conor Gallagher addresses Chelsea future amid Everton transfer rumours
Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher says he is 'ready' to make the step up to the first team at Stamford Bridge amid rumours linking him with a move to Everton.
The 22-year-old has spent the last three seasons on loan with Swansea City, West Brom and, most recently, Crystal Palace. He is said to have been the subject of interest from the likes of Everton and Aston Villa this summer, but the player himself has now admitted he wants to break into Chelsea's senior set-up.
Napoli 'interested' in signing Everton target
Napoli are 'interested' in signing Everton target Armando Broja, if reports in Italy are anything to go by.
An article from Il Mattino newspaper (via Football Italia) claims the Serie A club have 'spoken' to the London club about a move during talks over the deal for Kalidou Koulibaly.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly a 'huge fan' of the forward and is looking to explore a loan with an option to buy.
However. the Chelsea forward is reportedly still Everton's number one attacking target to replace Richarlison this summer.
A report on Friday from The Athletic says Thomas Tuchel will first take a look at Broja during pre-season before any decisions are made on his future.
Wayne Rooney 'eyes' Jesse Lingard move
New D.C United boss Wayne Rooney is eager to sign rumoured Everton target Jesse Lingard, reports claim.
The England international has been linked with a move to Goodison Park this summer following the expiration of his contract with Manchester United.
However, a fresh report from 90min claims Rooney is 'in contact' with the 29-year-old to sound out the possibility of bringing him to Audi Field.
Hard work, fan selfies and the Backstreet Boys - how Everton kickstarted their US tour
Joe Thomas brings you the latest from Everton's pre-season tour of the USA.
Everton once again split their training sessions on Thursday in a bid to protect the players from the worst of the heat, he writes.
The temperature in Washington DC is hitting the high 20s by mid-morning and just standing still in the sunshine can be exhausting. Not that the players are getting any respite, however.
The squad is being worked hard this week as Frank Lampard and his coaching staff look to build strength and fitness for the season ahead.
Everton remain 'in talks' over Morgan GIbbs-White
Everton remain 'in talks' with Wolves over a move for Morgan Gibbs-White, according to Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth.
The Blues have been heavily linked with the 22-year-old this summer as he enters the final two years of his contract at Molineux. According to Sheth's report, his contract situation could play a key role in negotiations.
“Everton remain in talks with Wolves over the signing of their midfielder, Morgan Gibbs-White,” the journalist said on Thursday. “There’s still a gap though in valuation. Wolves are yet to decide as well whether they do actually want to sell Morgan Gibbs-White, personal terms would not be a problem, we’re told if a deal can be agreed.
“Wolves are looking for in excess of £25million. He’s entered the final two years of his contract though has Morgan Gibbs-White so if he doesn’t sign a new contract with Wolves, you would think, that this would be the optimal window to get the maximum amount of cash.”
A report from The Athletic this week also revealed, despite rumours suggesting Everton have already bid for the player, no formal offer has been made but one is 'expected' in the coming weeks.
Farhad Moshiri confirms Everton are 'not for sale' in statement to fans
Everton Football Club is not for sale. That is the message of majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri, who has tonight issued an open letter to Blues supporters.
Moshiri has said work is ongoing to complete the financing of the Bramley Moore stadium development, adding: "It will always be pragmatic to explore all potential investment opportunities." This does extend, he has accepted publicly for the first time, to a potential search for minority investment.
But in his second major message to supporters this summer, he concluded: "I want to reassure all of you that Everton Football Club is not for sale."
Morning, Blues!
Hello and welcome to Friday's Everton blog!
We'll be on hand throughout the day to bring you all the Blues news and transfer rumours from around the globe. | https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-transfer-news-live-24495043 | 2022-07-15T22:26:44Z | https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-transfer-news-live-24495043 | false |
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — House Democrats on Friday aired their frustrations at Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, for refusing to back the party’s clean energy proposals.
“It’s unconscionable and it’s infuriating,” Rep. Mike Levin, D-Calif., said at a press conference. “We must act on this crisis or we’re going to pay increasingly dire consequences.”
They say they fear the window for taking action on climate change is closing.
“We cannot wait, Sen. Manchin,” Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Fla., said.
They say Manchin’s objections ignore science and will tank President Joe Biden’s efforts to combat climate change, with Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., accusing Manchin of thinking “it is more important to defend the filibuster than to defend our planet.”
Without Machin, there’s no way for Democrats to push energy policies through the closely divided Senate. He agrees with many Republicans who fear reforms could drive up consumer costs.
“We’ve seen gas prices double. We’ve seen natural gas prices nearly triple. We’re pushing people into energy poverty,” Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., said at a Friday climate change hearing.
He argued Democrats’ energy strategy was radical and ineffective.
“The United States could cut every bit of emissions today and it wouldn’t have a single impact … on any changes in weather patterns for 50 years, according to the United Nations,” Graves said.
Biden said Friday afternoon that if the Senate fails to act on climate change, he will, using “every power I have as president.”
House Democrats called on voters to elect two more Democrats to the Senate in November, increasing their majority so Manchin’s vote would not be necessary. | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/washington/washington-dc/house-dems-slam-manchin-for-derailing-climate-proposals/ | 2022-07-15T22:27:20Z | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/washington/washington-dc/house-dems-slam-manchin-for-derailing-climate-proposals/ | false |
DENVER — Colorado’s health department stopped publicly sharing data on COVID-19 outbreaks at K-12 schools this week, roughly a month before many students and teachers return to the classroom.
The move, which caught at least some metro-area districts by surprise, is part of a broader rollback in what outbreak data will be posted online every Wednesday by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, which said it is seeking to “normalize” the process of COVID-19 reporting and treat it as the agency does other illnesses, such as the flu.
The health agency said schools still should notify families of any outbreaks that arise, but representatives for state and local teachers unions expressed concerns over whether the lack of publicly accessible data could hamper districts’ efforts to respond quickly to a surge in coronavirus cases — or even parents’ ability to judge whether they want their children to wear masks at school.
“Our focus at this phase in our pandemic response is really about preventing severe outcomes in priority settings,” said Ginger Stringer, epidemiology response program manager for the health department. “It’s not that we’re not addressing COVID in schools.”
The implications the change in data reporting could have on schools when the 2022-23 academic year begins remains unclear. The health department already significantly loosened its guidance for schools earlier this year, reducing the scenarios in which students and employees had to quarantine after exposure to the virus and letting districts end their contact tracing efforts.
And districts, including Denver Public Schools and the Douglas County School District, had already stopped requiring students and employees to wear masks in school buildings by the time classes let out for the summer.
There was confusion this week as the state Department of Public Health and Environment announced it was reducing the outbreak data it reports to the public, with some school districts unaware the change was coming — and at least one that thought the agency already had made the change months ago.
While the health department changed its guidance on how schools approach COVID-19 outbreaks, it continued to post new school-based outbreaks and backlogged data from the omicron surge on its public website through the spring, Stringer said.
“The definition of an outbreak in a school at this point is any increase of a baseline (of infections),” Stringer said.
Schools are still required to report COVID-19 outbreaks to public health agencies.
Administrators at Denver Public Schools, the state’s largest school district, “were aware there was some discussion at the state level” of ending publicly reporting outbreak data, but they didn’t know it had been finalized when it was rolled out this week, spokesman Scott Pribble said.
When asked about the confusion among school districts, Stringer said the health department didn’t think about the changes in data reporting in the context of schools because it wasn’t updating its guidance on how they should respond to the transmission of the virus.
“CDPHE plans to update school guidance to encourage schools to communicate with parents and guardians about how they plan to communicate case outbreak status to their students and families,” said Therese Pilonetti, education setting expert lead for the health department, in a statement.
Outbreaks at schools have dropped in recent months as children are on summer break, but during a peak in March they made up 419 — or 37% — of the 1,130 active outbreaks listed on the state’s COVID-19 data website. Last week, 87 of the 562 active outbreaks reported by the Department of Public Health and Environment were at schools.
Zero schools were listed among the state’s active COVID-19 outbreak data on Wednesday as the health department’s changes went into effect.
The health department is still publicly reporting COVID-19 outbreaks in high-risk spaces, including nursing homes, correctional facilities and day care centers. And while outbreaks in other settings are still reportable to state and local public health officials, the health department will no longer conduct case investigations in what it calls “non-priority settings,” according to a news release announcing the changes.
Transmission of the coronavirus remains high and a new variant of the virus — called BA.5 — appears to be breaking through the immune system more often than its predecessors, leading to uncertainty about the trajectory of the pandemic. The rise in home COVID-19 tests has also made it harder to track the spread of the virus, as fewer results are reported to state health departments.
One of the concerns about the changes in reporting is whether it will lead schools to respond more slowly to potential outbreaks and that it could lead to less information for parents about how prevalent the virus is in their children’s school, said Rob Gould, president of the Denver Classroom Teachers Association.
“It’s a surprise and it’s concerning in the fact that COVID’s not over,” he said.
Denver schools faced significant staffing challenges last year as educators became sick and the district was unable to find enough substitute teachers to cover for them, leading classes to temporarily be canceled, he said.
“We believe that it’s very important that our schools are safe places for both our students and our educators,” said Amie Baca-Oehlert, president of the Colorado Education Association, the statewide teachers union.
“One of the things with this in particular — there’s not a lot of clarity on what this actually means,” she said of the changes in data reporting.
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(Reporter Meg Wingerter contributed to this report.)
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Infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, who was behind the killing of a U.S. DEA agent in 1985, has been captured by Mexican forces nearly a decade after walking out of a Mexican prison and returning to drug trafficking.
Caro Quintero walked free in 2013 after 28 years in prison when a court overturned his 40-year sentence for the 1985 kidnapping and killing of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.
The brutal murder marked a low point in U.S.-Mexico relations. The former leader of the Guadalajara cartel had since returned to drug trafficking and unleashed bloody turf battles in the northern Mexico border state of Sonora. | https://www.wtvr.com/news/national/mexico-captures-infamous-drug-lord-rafael-caro-quintero | 2022-07-15T22:30:33Z | https://www.wtvr.com/news/national/mexico-captures-infamous-drug-lord-rafael-caro-quintero | false |
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — County boards led by Republicans are urging New Mexico legislators to require photo identification at polling locations, approve new procedures for purging voter registration rolls and prohibit the use of ballot drop boxes that aren't supervised directly by people.
The Otero County commission in southern New Mexico on Thursday endorsed a resolution on a 3-0 vote that advocates for changes to the state election code.
Sandoval County commissioners approved a nearly identical resolution in June after an outpouring of public anger over election procedures in the state’s June 7 primary.
Residents of both counties have questioned the accuracy of election results and given voice to unfounded conspiracy theories about voting systems that have rippled across the country since former President Donald Trump lost re-election in 2020.
Otero County’s three county commissioners initially refused to certify the results of the June 7 primary election while expressing general concerns about vote-counting machines. The board relented on a 2-1 vote under pressure from the state Supreme Court and the attorney general.
Cowboys for Trump cofounder Couy Griffin on Thursday unsuccessfully sought approval of a more aggressive resolution that threatened to refuse certification in the November general election if state lawmakers didn't allow ballots to be counted by hand. Commissioners Gerald Matherly and Vickie Marquardt voted against that approach.
Otero County commission meetings have become a frequent forum for a local review of the 2020 election by David Clements, a lawyer who has gained prominence in conservative circles, as he raises conspiracy theories and false claims about the last presidential election.
The Legislature’s next regularly scheduled session starts in January 2023. A variety of election reforms stalled in the Democratic-led legislature earlier this year. | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Republican-led-counties-urge-election-reform-in-17308506.php | 2022-07-15T22:30:42Z | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Republican-led-counties-urge-election-reform-in-17308506.php | true |
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The Navajo Nation Council and Tribal Utility Authority have announced the conclusion of the Light Up Navajo III initiative to provide electricity to more than 137 homes across the Navajo Nation.
Crews from 10 states traveled to the reservation and worked with tribal crews to connect rural homes to the electric grid for the first time. Many Navajo people have been living without electricity and running water for generations.
Council Delegate Kee Allen Begay Jr. says the Tribe is working to hold the U.S. government accountable for “its obligation to provide broadband internet service, water lines, electricity lines, and more to the Navajo Nation during the pandemic.”
The Light Up Navajo team most recently worked in the Shonto and Navajo Mountain areas with the last project connecting electricity to the home of a 97-year-old elder.
The collaborative originally launched in 2019 and was an unprecedented partnership between a tribal utility company and the American Public Power Association, which has more than 2,000 community-owned electric utility companies in the U.S. | https://www.knau.org/knau-and-arizona-news/2022-07-15/97-year-old-elder-and-others-on-navajo-nation-connect-to-electric-grid-for-first-time-through-utility-project | 2022-07-15T22:34:09Z | https://www.knau.org/knau-and-arizona-news/2022-07-15/97-year-old-elder-and-others-on-navajo-nation-connect-to-electric-grid-for-first-time-through-utility-project | false |
MEXICO CITY — Infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, who was behind the killing of a U.S. DEA agent in 1985, has been captured by Mexican forces nearly a decade after walking out of a Mexican prison and returning to drug trafficking, an official with Mexico's navy confirmed Friday.
The source was not authorized to speak publicly and agreed to confirm the action only if not quoted by name. No further details about the capture were immediately available.
Caro Quintero walked free in 2013 after 28 years in prison when a court overturned his 40-year sentence for the 1985 kidnapping and killing of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena. The brutal murder marked a low point in U.S.-Mexico relations.
Caro Quintero, the former leader of the Guadalajara cartel, had since returned to drug trafficking and unleashed bloody turf battles in the northern Mexico border state of Sonora.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has maintained that he is not interested in detaining drug lords and prefers to avoid violence.
An appeals court overturned Caro Quintero's verdict, but the Supreme Court upheld the sentence. It was too late by then; Caro Quintero was spirited off in a waiting vehicle.
He was on the FBI's most wanted list, with a $20 million reward for his capture through the State Department's Narcotics Rewards Program. He was added to the FBI's top 10 most wanted list in 2018.
Caro Quintero was one of the primary suppliers of heroin, cocaine, and marijuana to the United States in the late 1970s. He blamed Camarena for a raid on a marijuana plantation in 1984. In 1985, Camarena was kidnapped in Guadalajara, allegedly on orders from Caro Quintero. His tortured body was found a month later.
The DEA did not immediately comment.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. | https://www.knau.org/npr-news/2022-07-15/mexico-captures-an-infamous-drug-lord-who-killed-a-dea-agent | 2022-07-15T22:34:33Z | https://www.knau.org/npr-news/2022-07-15/mexico-captures-an-infamous-drug-lord-who-killed-a-dea-agent | true |
(CNN) — House Republicans are plotting revenge on the select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection, as the GOP weighs a broader effort to re-litigate some of Donald Trump’s biggest election grievances if it recaptures the House majority.
The former President has been itching for payback and leaning heavily on his Capitol Hill allies to defend him against a recent slew of damaging revelations about his role in the deadly attack on the US Capitol. Now, as Republicans search for ways to undermine those findings, their party has started to lay the groundwork to investigate the select committee itself.
Republicans have already asked the January 6 panel to preserve a broad range of documents in its possession — a signal they’re preparing to force those records to be turned over should they wield powerful committee gavels next year. And privately, Republican sources say there have been discussions about subpoenaing members of the select committee, particularly Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming, who is fighting an uphill battle for reelection, and retiring Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois, if both Republicans are private citizens next year.
It’s an idea that has garnered support among allies of the former President. But House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy — who has refused to comply with a subpoena from the select committee and has long held that the panel lacks the authority to haul in private citizens — is cool to the idea, according to a Republican source familiar with his thinking.
Other investigative ideas under consideration among House Republicans include establishing their own select committee — or repurposing the current one — to investigate matters such as Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s role in Capitol security enforcement on January 6, 2021; the intelligence and security failures surrounding that day; and the treatment of the rioters who have been jailed for their role in the insurrection.
Meanwhile, some of Trump’s fiercest acolytes have started to publicly push for hearings and probes into his baseless claims of fraud in the 2020 election — even as the select committee reveals an avalanche of testimony about how those lies incited a violent mob to attack the Capitol.
“I think that it is important to seek the truth — wherever it may lead — on all of this,” GOP Rep. Chip Roy of Texas, a member of the hard-line House Freedom Caucus, told CNN. “We should be looking at whatever we can through the standing committees and have a robust debate about it.”
The GOP’s growing desire to craft a counternarrative on January 6 — and shift the blame away from Trump — comes as the former President is gearing up to soon announce another White House bid. Pursuing that effort could also be politically advantageous for McCarthy, whose expected bid for speaker would be made easier with support from Trump. The former President has sometimes criticized the California Republican over how he has handled the GOP’s defense of Trump during the select committee’s investigation.
While McCarthy has vowed to conduct aggressive oversight and investigations, it’s unclear just how far he is willing to go when it comes to January 6 and the 2020 presidential election. And there could be some risks for turning the House into a venue for Trump’s vengeance campaign: Some Republicans have warned against rehashing old issues, arguing that the party would be better served by moving past 2020.
“I get it. There are people that still want to kick that dead horse,” said Rep. Steve Womack of Arkansas, who quit the powerful GOP Steering Committee because he was outraged some of his colleagues weren’t reprimanded for their conduct on January 6. “But at the end of the day, I think the smartest political move for us is to concentrate our efforts on the policies that will absolutely make life better for all Americans.”
Kinzinger, meanwhile, said he wasn’t sweating the GOP subpoena threats and accused Republican leaders of being willing to destroy the Constitution to do Trump’s bidding.
“It just shows (McCarthy) is trying to impress the Freedom Caucus,” Kinzinger told CNN. “It’s who he is.”
Other GOP targets: Hunter Biden, Afghanistan withdrawal and the border
McCarthy began working to craft an oversight agenda earlier this year in anticipation of a House Republican majority. He has gathered input from key stakeholders, influential conservatives and — of course — Trump. The GOP leader and relevant committee heads have been actively pursuing document requests and preservation notices, and McCarthy will continue to seek input from across the House GOP Conference about which probes to pursue next year, according to the Republican source familiar with his thinking.
Aside from possible election-related inquiries, some of the GOP’s potential investigative targets include the origins of the novel coronavirus, particularly the laboratory leak theory that has gained steam in Republican circles; the bureaucratic decision-making behind Covid-related school closures and vaccine mandates; any business dealings involving President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter; the chaotic pullout from Afghanistan; and the border policies being overseen by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
But there’s also been growing calls on the right for the GOP to use its firepower to rewrite the narrative on January 6.
Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona, a Trump ally and major proponent of overturning the 2020 election who was subpoenaed by the select committee, sent a letter to the House Oversight Committee this week demanding hearings into the election conspiracy theories featured in the widely debunked movie “2000 Mules.”
“Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan, Arizona and Texas, all have issues. … They fall into categories that we call irregularities, abnormalities and inconsistencies,” said Rep. Pete Sessions of Texas, who signed the letter long with 10 other House Republicans. “We believe we’re due answers.”
But not everyone in the GOP believes they should use their power and platform to revisit the 2020 election. “We need to move on. I don’t support retribution politics,” one senior Republican told CNN. “This is not what the majority of Americans care about.”
There seems to be more of an appetite in the GOP for focusing on the security failures that enabled the Capitol to be breached on January 6.
Reps. Rodney Davis of Illinois and Jim Banks of Indiana have been leading a GOP investigation into the matter and are planning to unveil their findings in a report sometime this fall, according to sources familiar with the matter. That timeline that would coincide with — and, the GOP hopes, help counter-program — the select committee’s final report about the insurrection.
But Davis, who was poised to chair the House Administration Committee in a GOP-led chamber, recently lost his primary to a colleague backed by Trump.
Rep. Barry Loudermilk of Georgia, who is next in line to lead the Administration Committee, told CNN he is “definitely interested” in chairing the panel next year, though the decision is ultimately up to McCarthy. Loudermilk feels strongly that the committee, which has jurisdiction over Capitol security and election issues, should pick up the reins of Davis’ probe if Republicans control committee gavels next year.
“Rodney’s doing yeoman’s work. But there’s a lot of info we aren’t privy to or able to get our hands on,” Loudermilk told CNN, citing his party’s lack of subpoena power in the minority.
Loudermilk has his own grievances about the select committee, which publicly raised concerns about a tour he gave in the Capitol complex the day before the January 6 insurrection.
On the GOP’s requests for the select committee to preserve documents, Loudermilk said: “If they have not preserved or turned those over — especially those that are departing — then we would definitely have to look at (subpoenas).”
There’s also a debate inside the conference about whether to create a select committee to investigate these issues. But lawmakers familiar with McCarthy’s thinking believe his preference is to see any investigations housed within the committees that have relevant jurisdiction, although he may need to offer concessions to his right flank to secure the speaker’s gavel.
“That’s a conference decision, it’ll be a Speaker Kevin McCarthy decision,” said Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, who is in line to chair the powerful House Judiciary Committee if the GOP wins the majority. When asked whether Trump was itching for investigations, he added: “He wants the truth out there for the American people, just like we all do.”
McCarthy was noncommittal when asked by CNN whether he wants to pursue investigations into January 6 security failures, potentially in the form of a select committee, if Republicans are in charge next year.
“Let’s wait. Don’t prejudge our report,” McCarthy said. “Let’s see what our report is. … Then we’ll evaluate.”
But it’s not just 2020 that Trump’s allies are interested in revisiting. There’s also been talks of scrutinizing the special counsel investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election, GOP sources said.
Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee quietly met with former Trump national security official Kash Patel in a secured classified setting on Wednesday, raising eyebrows in the Capitol as GOP lawmakers weigh potential investigative targets for next year.
Patel, who remains close with Trump and speaks to the former President regularly, was an aide to former House Intelligence Chairman Devin Nunes, a onetime Republican congressman from California, and played a prominent role in pushing back against the investigation into the Trump campaign’s connections to Russia.
Patel was “waived in” by GOP members of the Intelligence Committee, according to a source familiar with the matter, who said it was “very odd” for the minority party to hold such a meeting. Democrats on the committee were not notified that the meeting was taking place, according to the source, raising questions about its purpose.
McCarthy faces balancing act
If elected speaker, McCarthy will have to balance the investigative demands of his right flank with the preferences of his so-called governing wing.
While McCarthy and Trump speak “weekly,” according to people familiar with their relationship, several Trump allies said the former President hasn’t felt the need to pressure the California Republican to consider wielding his potential investigative powers aggressively because McCarthy has already shown he wants to do so.
“There is crossover with what Trump wants because, in general, he wants Kevin to be tougher, but a lot of this is being driven by McCarthy on his own,” said a person familiar with the former President’s thinking.
Still, McCarthy continues to hold some cards close to his chest — not wanting to telegraph his moves and tip off potential witnesses.
While that thirst for vengeance may dictate some of Republicans’ targets of inquiries, people close to McCarthy said it would not affect the investigative process or the conduct of committee members and their staff.
The House minority leader has also rejected some oversight targets floated to him by conservatives that he doesn’t believe have merit and would thus be a waste of time and taxpayer resources.
Inside Trump’s orbit, allies told CNN that McCarthy’s attitude toward aggressive oversight investigations changed earlier this year after Pelosi rejected his bid to install two staunch Trump allies — Banks and Jordan — on the House panel investigating the former President’s involvement in January 6. McCarthy was also enraged when the panel slapped him and several other GOP lawmakers with subpoenas.
“Pelosi rejecting Jordan and Banks [from the House Select Committee investigating January 6] was a turning point for Kevin,” said a person familiar with his thinking.
“He was like, ‘OK, if that’s how you want to play.’ I think you’re going to see him play a lot harder ball when he takes the majority than people realize,” this person continued. | https://www.wishtv.com/news/house-republicans-plot-investigative-revenge-on-january-6-panel-as-trump-itches-for-payback/ | 2022-07-15T22:36:06Z | https://www.wishtv.com/news/house-republicans-plot-investigative-revenge-on-january-6-panel-as-trump-itches-for-payback/ | false |
(KTLA) – Amid stubbornly high inflation, average paychecks will rise by about 4% next year, according to a survey of employers by consulting firm Willis Towers Watson.
However, a 4% wage hike — the largest in 15 years — won’t do much to alleviate inflation currently running at a 40-year high of 9.1%.
In other words, despite modest efforts by employers to keep workers’ compensation in line with the economy, many will effectively experience a pay cut and diminished purchasing power.
“Compounding economic conditions and new ways of working are leading organizations to continually reassess their salary budgets to remain competitive,” Hatti Johansson, a research director at Willis Towers Watson, said in a statement.
More than a third of the roughly 1,400 organizations surveyed said they plan to give raises more frequently than in the past, with many saying they probably will give workers two salary bumps next year.
More than two-thirds of respondents said they’re aiming to boost employee satisfaction with more remote work.
Unlike the private sector, the Social Security Administration sets annual cost-of-living adjustments for beneficiaries based on the inflation rate.
The nonpartisan Senior Citizens League estimates that Social Security recipients will receive a 10.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2023. That would translate to average monthly checks climbing by about $175 to $1,668.
While higher healthcare costs will put a dent in that increase, this is a fair way of helping people weather inflationary storms. | https://www.koin.com/news/paychecks-projected-to-rise-an-average-of-4-percent-this-year-survey-finds/ | 2022-07-15T22:38:31Z | https://www.koin.com/news/paychecks-projected-to-rise-an-average-of-4-percent-this-year-survey-finds/ | false |
DIAMOND BAR, Calif., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bedsure, a global leading home textile manufacturer with over 18 million cozy customers served to date, is pleased to announce the bestselling Bedsure 100% Viscose from Bamboo Sheet Set has created a new record by becoming the most popular in its category among the competition, as over 24,000 units of the cozy sheet set have been sold within 24 hours, generating a revenue of over $129.98 million from just the bamboo sheet set as Amazon Prime Day concludes.
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(NewsNation) — New York’s medical examiner has found Ivana Trump’s manner of death was an accident, their official release shows. It says she died of “blunt impact injuries” to her torso.
Trump, 73, was found dead near stairs in her New York apartment Thursday. Investigators have not clarified if she fell down the steps or if they played a role in her death.
The New York Fire Department said it responded to a report of a cardiac arrest shortly before 1 p.m. Thursday and found Ivana Trump dead on arrival.
A former model, Ivana Trump was the first wife of former President Donald Trump. The couple was married from 1977 to 1992 and had three children together, as well as nine grandchildren.
“She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life. Her pride and joy were her three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric,” the former president wrote Thursday in a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social. “She was so proud of them, as we were all so proud of her. Rest In Peace, Ivana!”
Ivana Trump, a Czech-American former model, worked as a vice president of interior design for The Trump Organization after her marriage to the former president.
This is a breaking news story; it will be updated. | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/ivana-trumps-death-was-accidental-examiner-says/ | 2022-07-15T22:41:44Z | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/ivana-trumps-death-was-accidental-examiner-says/ | true |
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who was exonerated last year in the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X has filed a $40 million lawsuit against New York City for the two decades he spent in prison for a notorious crime he did not commit.
Lawyers for 84-year-old Muhammad Aziz filed the lawsuit Thursday in federal court in Brooklyn over Aziz’s wrongful conviction in the murder of Malcolm X, the civil rights leader who urged Black people to seek justice “by any means necessary.”
An additional complaint was filed on behalf of the estate of Khalil Islam, a second man who was wrongly convicted in the assassination.
Malcolm X was shot to death Feb. 21, 1965 at the Audubon Ballroom in upper Manhattan. Aziz and Islam, then known as Norman 3X Butler and Thomas 15X Johnson, and a third man were convicted of murder in March 1966 and sentenced to life in prison.
The third man, Mujahid Abdul Halim, admitted to shooting Malcolm X but said neither Aziz nor Islam was involved. Halim was paroled in 2010.
A Manhattan judge dismissed the convictions of Aziz and Islam in November 2021 after prosecutors said new evidence of witness intimidation and suppression of exculpatory evidence had undermined the case against them. Then-District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. apologized for law enforcement’s “serious, unacceptable violations of law and the public trust.”
Attorneys David Shanies and Deborah Francois said in complaints filed Thursday that both Aziz and Islam were at their homes in the Bronx when Malcolm X was killed.
They said Aziz “spent 20 years in prison for a crime he did not commit and more than 55 years living with the hardship and indignity attendant to being unjustly branded as a convicted murderer of one of the most important civil rights leaders in history.”
Islam spent 22 years in prison and died still hoping to clear his name. “The damage done to Mr. Islam and his family was immense and irreparable,” the lawyers wrote.
A spokesperson for New York City’s law department referred a request for comment to Mayor Eric Adams, who said in a statement, “As someone who has fought for a fairer criminal justice system for my entire career, I believe the overturning of Mr. Aziz and Mr. Islam’s convictions was the just outcome. We are reviewing this lawsuit.” | https://www.kxnet.com/news/national-news/man-exonerated-in-malcolm-x-killing-sues-nyc-for-40-million/ | 2022-07-15T22:49:34Z | https://www.kxnet.com/news/national-news/man-exonerated-in-malcolm-x-killing-sues-nyc-for-40-million/ | true |
Nizamabad MP’s convoy attacked in Jagtial district
Union Home Minister Amit Shah calls up Arvind to inquire about incident
The convoy of Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Nizamabad Dharmapuri Aravind was allegedly attacked by a section of irate villagers at Erdandi village in Ibrahimpatnam mandal of Jagtial district on Friday, sparking tension in the village.
Sources said that a group of villagers stopped the convoy of Mr. Aravind when the latter arrived in Erdandi to take stock of the rain devastation in the village on Friday afternoon.
They allegedly raised slogans opposing the entry of Mr. Aravind into their village citing some reasons, which could not be confirmed immediately.
Following the intervention of local police, the MP’s car moved ahead from the spot. However, some residents allegedly pelted stones at two cars in the convoy, damaging the windowpanes of the vehicles, sources added.
Meanwhile, the BJP district leaders condemned the incident terming it as an “act of political vendetta.” Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Mr. Aravind over phone and inquired about the incident.
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Which gift for people who love their Cricut is best?
Cricut machines are a must-have for any crafter who is serious about creating new products, but what do you get someone who already has one of these versatile crafting tools? Fortunately, there are lots of accessories and related items that your loved one will appreciate.
Best accessory for Cricut machines
Best for Hand-Drawn Designs
Cricut Infusible Ink Markers (0.4)
For someone who enjoys drawing their own designs freehand, the Cricut Infusible Ink Markers make a wonderful gift. When transferred with the high temperatures found with the Cricut Easy Press, they create permanent designs. Keep in mind that these markers are not standalone products. You will also need to purchase Infusible Ink blanks such as coasters.
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Best Book for Beginners
The Mega Cricut Cheat Sheet Book
With this book, you can make it easier for your loved ones to make their next craft. It walks them through all of the necessary how-to steps to create mugs, tumblers and cups. They can even learn how to make glitter epoxy tumblers. It also includes helpful guides on temperature and times used for various Cricut tools.
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Best Tool for Embellishing
Give your loved one the opportunity to make designs that stand out. Foil can be a great way to set a project apart from the rest. The Foil Transfer Kit from Cricut can easily embellish their latest project without any required heat. This product is only for use with the Cricut Maker and Cricut Explore. You will also need to purchase foil transfer sheets for use with the tool.
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Best Sampler Pack
Cricut Premium Removable Vinyl Sampler
Anyone who loves their Cricut will want more vinyl for their future creations. Why not give them a variety of vinyl they can use to make their next decal? This unique vinyl is removable, so it works great for wall décor or labels.
A sampler kit comes with 12 colors to create a variety of items for their next project. Each square is a generous 12 inches by 12 inches to make decently-sized graphics.
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Best Practical Tool
Cricut Standard Grip Cutting Mats
It is impossible to use a Cricut machine without a cutting mat, and they frequently need to be replaced. Crafters would love to have another mat ready to use when their current one finally needs to be retired. There are a lot of different grips, but this standard green mat is an excellent option for versatile uses. You can use it for patterned paper, vinyl, iron-on or cardstock. This multipack includes three new mats, so your loved ones will be cutting their crafts well into the future.
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Best Travel Case
Yarwo Rolling Craft Tote Bag with Wheels
Many crafters wish they had a convenient way to transport their beloved Cricut machines from one place to the next. The Yarwo Rolling Craft Tote Bag with Wheels can easily transport their device and all accessories. It features:
- Heavy-duty nylon fabric.
- Foam and wooden board structure to protect the Cricut machine.
- Adhesive straps to hold the Cricut in place.
- Two zipper pockets.
- 14 elastic loops for store tools.
This bag is only compatible with the Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Explore Air, Cricut Maker, Maker 3, Silhouette Cameo 3 and Cameo 4.
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Best Heat Press
Expand a crafter’s horizons by allowing them to use heat-transfer items like the Infusible Ink pens or other iron-on items. The Cricut EasyPress Mini is more effective with heat transfer vinyl. When you use the tool, vinyl does not easily come off in the wash, ensuring that their designs will last for the long haul. Using this heat press is superior to the more traditional method of using an iron for heat-transfer designs.
Cricut makes the EasyPress in several sizes, but the Mini is the most popular. You can use it to customize items like hats or stuffed animals. It has an insulated safety base and an auto-shutoff feature as well.
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Best Lighted Mat
Weeding designs are a necessary part of creating something beautiful for the Cricut-lover. It can take a lot of time, though, especially if they lack the proper setup. Lighting can make a huge difference in how one can move forward with this tedious part of crafting. The Bright Pad is available to help. In addition to weeding, you can use the Bright Pad for tracing and quilting. It has a thin profile that makes it easy to transport and work wherever it is most convenient.
The Cricut Bright Pad features an adjustable LED light for long-term use in many different settings. It is non-slip, so you can use it on just about any surface that a crafter has. This tool also comes with a 6-foot USB power cord.
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Best Organizer
Cricut lovers have a lot of accessories they need to organize. From vinyl swatches to the small tools used to weed and cut, they need an excellent way to stay organized so they can find what they are looking for in a hurry. The Advantus 10-Drawer Organizer is an excellent, color-coded way for them to sort through their inventory. This product is also on wheels, allowing users to move it around as they craft in different parts of the home.
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What dog carrier should I use for an airplane?
Traveling with pets always takes some time and preparation. It’s particularly tricky when you have to contend with taking them on an airplane. Not only can air travel be a little more stressful for dogs than your average car ride, but airlines also have pretty strict rules about how they must be contained and stored during the flight.
Choosing the right dog carrier for airplane travel means understanding general airline requirements while also keeping your dog safe and happy.
Tips for flying with your dog
Airline rules
It’s absolutely essential to prepare ahead of time before flying with your dog. The tricky part is that each airline has its own individual policies when it comes to pet travel.
Generally, airlines will only allow a pet carrier so long as it fits in the space underneath the seat. So, large dog breeds may not be able to fly with you in the cabin. Additionally, you’ll likely have to buy your pet their own ticket and pay an extra charge to bring them along in the pet carrier.
Airlines impose certain rules on the size and type of carrier you can use on the flight. For example, United Airlines in-cabin pet policy states that your dog must be able to comfortably stand up and turn around inside the carrier. While you can choose between a hard- or soft-sided crate, it must be approved and conform to the maximum size requirements.
Keeping them calm
Try to pick up some treats in the airport or bring along your dog’s favorite toys to keep them calm and comfortable during the flight. Keep in mind that you’ll have to keep the door of the carrier closed at all times during your plane ride and the carrier must always be kept on the floor under your seat.
What to consider for your airplane dog carrier
Size
The size of the carrier must comply with the rules of the airline you’re flying with and be comfortable for your dog. A good rule of thumb is similar to crate training. The dog should be able to stand up fully and turn around in the carrier. This is the rule most airlines follow anyway, but they often require you to be able to stow the carrier under your seat, too. Always check the pet carrier policy of your airline.
Comfort
Make sure you provide some bedding for your dog in the carrier. This way, they can curl up and nap throughout the flight and stay comfortable. Soft-sided carriers are also a great option for providing some extra comfort for your dog. Make sure there’s plenty of mesh on the carrier so your dog has enough air and ventilation.
Access
On most airlines, you’ll need to keep the door of the carrier closed at all times during the flight. This is for the safety and comfort of your dog and other passengers. Opening a door might lead to a quick escape by your pet and the airline can’t have them running around the cabin.
However, you might want to pass a treat to your dog or be able to see them and check on them before, during and after landing. Look for carriers with pocket-sized openings and mesh panels on the tops and sides for access and visibility.
Storage
Lots of dog carriers that are suitable for air travel come with extra side pockets and pouches. This is great for storing the items you’ll need both before your flight and after arrival, such as dog treats, a leash and waste bags.
Best dog carriers for air travel
KONG 2-In-1 Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag & Travel Mat
This carrier comes with a removable travel pad that’s padded for your dog’s comfort during flight. The mesh top provides plenty of ventilation, while the full sides give your dog a safe and quiet place to relax.
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Kurgo G-Train Airline-Approved Dog Carrier Backpack
Unlike many other dog carriers, this one comes in backpack format so you can keep your hands free while moving through the airport. The zip flap at the top allows your dog to peep their head out until it’s time to board the plane.
Sherpa Original Deluxe Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
Sherpa provides a roomy carrier with mesh sides for ultimate visibility of your pet. The padded double shoulder straps also make it easy and comfortable to carry on your shoulders, and there’s a storage pouch at the back.
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EliteField Soft-Sided Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
This carrier provides pretty much everything you could need, including a seatbelt strap, pouch storage, mesh sides, comfortable shoulder strap and removable padded travel pad. It even has a strap purpose-built for you to attach the carrier to your luggage.
Pet Magasin Soft-Sided Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
A super lightweight option, this carrier folds away when not in use, which makes it easy to store while you’re at home and while you’re away. Panels at each end help the carrier keep its shape, even though it’s soft-sided.
Mr. Peanut’s Gold Series Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
This carrier is the perfect combination of style, safety and comfort. It can carry pets up to 15 pounds in weight and features zipper pouches and a sturdy plywood bottom lined with comfortable faux fleece for your dog.
Zampa Soft-Sided Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
One of the most interesting features of this mesh-paneled, lightweight carrier is the inside clip. It allows you to attach your dog’s leash to the inside of the carrier to reduce their risk of escape.
EliteField Expandable Soft Airline-Approved Dog & Cat Carrier Bag
This version of EliteField carrier has expandable mesh sides. When folded out, they provide a little extra room and ventilation for your pup. The bottom is padded and you can insert a harder support board underneath for extra support if needed.
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Two suspects arrested in deadly California 7-Eleven robberies, district attorney’s office says
Authorities said Friday that two suspects have been arrested in a series of deadly robberies at Southern California 7-Eleven convenience stores where two people were killed and three wounded.
The Orange County District Attorney's Office announced the arrests on social media. A press conference is scheduled for 5 p.m. PST. No other details were immediately available.
Police have been seeking a masked gunman suspected of robbing six Southern California stores. It was not immediately clear who the second person arrested was.
The attacks took place on July 11 — or 7/11, the day when the company celebrates its anniversary. However, investigators haven’t said whether the date may have played a role in the attacks.
A clerk, Matthew Hirsch, 40, was shot and killed at a Brea store, and Matthew Rule, 24, was gunned down in the parking lot of a Santa Ana store during a five-hour string of holdups.
Police in Ontario, Upland, Riverside and La Habra have said they believe 7-Eleven robberies there also are linked.
A customer was shot in the head and gravely wounded at a Riverside store and two people, one of them a clerk, were shot in La Habra but were expected to survive.
The Riverside shooting victim was identified by his family as Jason Harrell, 46. He was breathing on his own and was no longer in a coma, his brother David Makin told KNBC-TV earlier this week.
Both of the La Habra victims were released from a hospital on Wednesday, KNBC-TV reported. | https://www.wgal.com/article/suspect-arrested-in-deadly-california-7-eleven-robberies/40628098 | 2022-07-15T22:57:35Z | https://www.wgal.com/article/suspect-arrested-in-deadly-california-7-eleven-robberies/40628098 | true |
MEXICO CITY — Infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, who was behind the killing of a U.S. DEA agent in 1985, has been captured by Mexican forces nearly a decade after walking out of a Mexican prison and returning to drug trafficking, an official with Mexico's navy confirmed Friday.
The source was not authorized to speak publicly and agreed to confirm the action only if not quoted by name. No further details about the capture were immediately available.
Caro Quintero walked free in 2013 after 28 years in prison when a court overturned his 40-year sentence for the 1985 kidnapping and killing of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena. The brutal murder marked a low point in U.S.-Mexico relations.
Caro Quintero, the former leader of the Guadalajara cartel, had since returned to drug trafficking and unleashed bloody turf battles in the northern Mexico border state of Sonora.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has maintained that he is not interested in detaining drug lords and prefers to avoid violence.
An appeals court overturned Caro Quintero's verdict, but the Supreme Court upheld the sentence. It was too late by then; Caro Quintero was spirited off in a waiting vehicle.
He was on the FBI's most wanted list, with a $20 million reward for his capture through the State Department's Narcotics Rewards Program. He was added to the FBI's top 10 most wanted list in 2018.
Caro Quintero was one of the primary suppliers of heroin, cocaine, and marijuana to the United States in the late 1970s. He blamed Camarena for a raid on a marijuana plantation in 1984. In 1985, Camarena was kidnapped in Guadalajara, allegedly on orders from Caro Quintero. His tortured body was found a month later.
The DEA did not immediately comment.
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Maria Sharapova has traded in the tennis shoes for baby shoes.
The tennis star and her partner Alexander Gilkes have welcomed their first child together, a bundle of joy named Theodore.
Maria announced the baby's birth on Instagram, sharing a glimpse at Theodore in a photo of herself and Alexander looking down at their little one. Pairing this sweet image with a caption, Maria noted that Theodore was born on July 1, 2022. She added, "The most beautiful, challenging, and rewarding gift our little family could ask for."
Maria shared the news of her pregnancy on her 35th birthday in April with a photo of herself and her baby bump on the beach.
"Precious beginnings!!!" She wrote on April 19. "Eating birthday cake for two has always been my specialty."
But, of course, that's not her only specialty, as during her tennis career, Maria snagged five Grand Slam titles. However, in February 2020, she announced that she was closing the chapter on her 28-year tennis career.
"Tennis showed me the world—and it showed me what I was made of," she captioned the post announcing her retirement. "It's how I tested myself and how I measured my growth."
Looking towards the future, Maria also touched on what was to come.
"And so in whatever I might choose for my next chapter, my next mountain, I'll still be pushing," she added. "I'll still be climbing. I'll still be growing."
Motherhood is the just latest chapter for the former tennis pro, and it's one we know she's going to ace. | https://www.eonline.com/news/1338215/tennis-star-maria-sharapova-gives-birth-welcomes-first-child-with-alexander-gilkes?cmpid=rss-000000-rssfeed-365-topstories&utm_source=eonline&utm_medium=rssfeeds&utm_campaign=rss_topstories | 2022-07-15T22:59:43Z | https://www.eonline.com/news/1338215/tennis-star-maria-sharapova-gives-birth-welcomes-first-child-with-alexander-gilkes?cmpid=rss-000000-rssfeed-365-topstories&utm_source=eonline&utm_medium=rssfeeds&utm_campaign=rss_topstories | true |
House votes to restore abortion rights, Senate odds dim
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has voted to restore abortion rights nationwide in Democrats' first legislative response to the Supreme Court's landmark decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
The bill has little chance of becoming law, with the necessary support lacking in the 50-50 Senate. Yet voting marks the beginning of a new era in the debate as lawmakers, governors and legislatures grapple with the impact of the court's decision.
The legislation passed 219-210. The House also passed a second bill to prohibit punishment for a woman or child who decides to travel to another state to get an abortion, 223-205.
"Just three weeks ago the Supreme Court took a wrecking ball to the fundamental rights by overturning Roe v. Wade," said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ahead of the votes, gathering with other Democratic women on the steps of the Capitol. "It is outrageous that 50 years later, women must again fight for our most basic rights against an extremist court."
Republicans spoke forcefully against the two bills, praising the Supreme Court's decision and warning that the legislation would go further than Roe ever did when it comes to legalizing abortion.
Urging her colleagues to vote no, Washington GOP Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers called abortion "the greatest human rights issue of our generation."
She said the Democratic legislation "has nothing to do with protecting the health of women. It has everything to do with forcing an extreme agenda on the American people."
By overturning Roe, the court has allowed states to enact strict abortion limits, including many that had previously been deemed unconstitutional. The ruling is expected to lead to abortion bans in roughly half the states.
Already, a number of GOP-controlled states have moved quickly to curtail or outlaw abortion, while states controlled by Democrats have sought to champion access. Voters now rank abortion as among the most pressing issues facing the country, a shift in priorities that Democrats hope will reshape the political landscape in their favor for the midterm elections.
This is the second time the House has passed the bill, which would expand on the protections Roe had previously provided by banning what supporters say are medically unnecessary restrictions that block access to safe and accessible abortions. It would prevent abortion bans earlier than 24 weeks, which is when fetal viability, the ability of a human fetus to survive outside the uterus, is generally thought to begin. It allows exceptions for abortions after fetal viability when a provider determines the life or health of the mother is at risk.
The Democrats' proposal would also prevent states from requiring providers to share "medically inaccurate" information, or from requiring additional tests or waiting periods, often aimed at dissuading a patient from having an abortion.
The bill that would prohibit punishment for traveling out of state would specify that doctors can't be punished for providing reproductive care outside their home state. Democratic Rep. Lizzie Fletcher of Texas, one of the bill's authors, said the threats to travel "fail to reflect the fundamental rights that are granted in our Constitution."
Democrats have highlighted the case of a 10-year-old girl who had to cross state lines into Indiana to get an abortion after being raped, calling it an example of how the court's decision is already having severe consequences.
"We don't have to imagine why this might matter. We don't need to conjure up hypotheticals. We already know what's happened," Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar said Thursday on the Senate floor.
"Should the next little 10-year-old's right or 12-year-old's right or 14-year-old's right to get the care that she desperately needs be put in jeopardy?"
The Constitution doesn't explicitly say travel between states is a right, though the Supreme Court has said it is a right that "has been firmly established and repeatedly recognized." Yet the court has never said exactly where the right to travel comes from and that could leave it open to challenge or elimination, as the right to an abortion was.
Lawmakers in Missouri earlier this year, for example, considered making it illegal to "aid or abet" abortions that violate Missouri law, even if they occur out of state. The proposal was ultimately shelved.
Democrats have teed up more bills for passage in the coming weeks. Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md., said Friday that the House will vote next week on legislation guaranteeing a right to contraception.
GOP Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma, who supports instituting a nationwide ban on abortion, accused his colleagues across the aisle Thursday of seeking to "inflame" the issue of abortion. He said proponents of the travel bill should ask themselves, "Does the child in the womb have the right to travel in their future?"
Only two Senate Republicans, Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins, have been supportive of abortion rights, but they do not support the Democrats' proposal, calling it too far-reaching. They have introduced alternative legislation that would bar states from placing an "undue burden" on a woman's ability to obtain an abortion before fetal viability, among other provisions.
When pressed Thursday on whether Democrats should work with the two senators, Pelosi pushed back, "We're not going to negotiate a woman's right to choose."
Since the court's ruling last month, some activists have accused President Joe Biden and other top Democrats of failing to respond forcefully enough to the decision. Biden, who denounced the court's ruling as "extreme," last week issued an executive order intended to head off some potential penalties that women seeking abortion may face. His administration has also warned medical providers that they must offer abortion if the life of the mother is at risk.
Meanwhile, the Democratic National Committee has already launched a digital ad campaign to energize voters on the issue, warning that Republicans' ultimate goal is to outlaw abortion nationwide.
"We have to elect a couple more Democratic senators so that we can get around the filibuster so that we can pass legislation that truly impacts a woman's right to choose," she said. "There's no halfway measure."
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Associated Press writer Jessica Gresko contributed to this report. | https://www.krgv.com/news/house-votes-to-restore-abortion-rights-senate-odds-dim | 2022-07-15T22:59:46Z | https://www.krgv.com/news/house-votes-to-restore-abortion-rights-senate-odds-dim | false |
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s opposition leader, who is seeking the presidency next week, vowed Friday to “listen to the people” who are struggling through the island nation’s worst economic crisis and to hold accountable the president who fled under pressure from protesters.
In an interview with The Associated Press from his office in the capital, Sajith Premadasa said that if he wins the election in parliament, he would ensure that “an elective dictatorship never, ever occurs” in Sri Lanka.
“That’s what we should do. That is our function — catching those who looted Sri Lanka. That should be done through proper constitutional, legal, democratic procedures,” Premadasa said.
The former president, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, slipped away aboard a military plane Wednesday before arriving in Singapore the following day. His resignation was officially announced Friday.
His departure followed months of protests that turned a dramatic corner when demonstrators seized government buildings before retreating days later. Protesters accuse Rajapaksa and his powerful political family of siphoning money from government coffers and of hastening the country’s collapse by mismanaging the economy.
The family has denied the corruption allegations, but Rajapaksa acknowledged that some of his policies contributed to Sri Lanka’s meltdown.
For now, the presidential role has been filled by Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was sworn in as the acting leader. Protesters have pressed for Wickremesinghe to leave as well, and for a unity government to address the economic calamity that has triggered widespread shortages of food, fuel and other necessities.
“We have to strengthen Sri Lanka’s position in the anti-corruption index. We have to strengthen Sri Lanka’s position in the good governance index. We have to make sure that we establish structures which promote transparent, accountable and responsible government,” Premadasa said.
He said his Samagi Jana Balawegaya party and their alliance unanimously supported him as the presidential nominee for the election on July 20, when all 225 members of the Parliament will vote to elect a new president.
But he acknowledged that he faces a tough task in securing the support needed to succeed, since the majority in Parliament is still held by Rajapaksa’s governing party.
In 2019, Rajapaksa collected nearly 6.9 million votes to defeat Premadasa, his main rival at the time, who got close to 5.6 million votes. The victory was followed by parliamentary elections the next year in which Rajapaksa’s party established a clear dominance that opposition parties have struggled to break.
Premadasa said the current Parliament is at odds with how Sri Lankans feel now.
“The major problem that we face is the government that brought this country to near abyss … So it’s a very difficult situation of trying to come to a temporary political marriage or an arrangement with those whose actions resulted … in bringing an economic, social and political disaster for the people of Sri Lanka,” he said.
Whoever leads the country next will be faced with a daunting mandate. Premadasa said Sri Lanka is “essentially bankrupt” and the government has been negotiating for months with the International Monetary Fund on a bailout package, while muddling through with help from neighbors such as India.
Rolling fuel shortages sent the country looking to Russia for crude oil recently as it scrambled to meet demand at gas stations where lines of vehicles stretched for miles.
Many critics have blamed policy blunders by Rajapaksa and his family, like deep tax cuts in 2019 that slashed state revenue and heavy borrowing from creditors such as China on splashy infrastructure projects that failed to generate revenue.
Premadasa described those decisions as “imprudent, impractical” and “foolish” and said they “resulted in millions and millions of people suffering.”
When asked how he planned to resuscitate the economy, he said the country must go through debt restructuring. Sri Lanka, he added, has “no choice” but to work with international financial institutions and to engage with as many countries as possible.
“We have to work with everyone,” he added.
His economic plan includes reviving tourism, boosting exports and ushering in direct foreign investment. The political turmoil has deepened concerns that solutions to the economic woes, like IMF assistance, will be delayed.
Premadasa said it’s critical for leaders not to interpret their mandate as “some sort of an assurance of permanent domination.”
“The mandate is a temporary mandate. Never try to think that you are the freehold owners of the country. Think of yourself as being a guardian, being a trustee of the wishes of the people.”
He said he would “listen to the people” and serve as “a sounding board” for their “reflections, impressions, ideas.”
Most important, he said, “one has to be humble and humanistic. All these characteristics that I expressed, they were lacking in this present administration.”
While millions voted this government in, millions of others voted against it, Premadasa said, adding that he felt sorry for everyone in the country.
“I feel helpless … because the people did not empower us, at least with more numbers in the opposition, so we could have put up a bigger fight and at least try to end this misery, which is on the doorstep of every household,” he said.
But he is still “quietly confident that as this process evolves itself, sanity will prevail. And through a fresh mandate, we will be able to fulfill the aspirations of the people of our country.”
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — House Democrats on Friday aired their frustrations at Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, for refusing to back the party’s clean energy proposals.
“It’s unconscionable and it’s infuriating,” Rep. Mike Levin, D-Calif., said at a press conference. “We must act on this crisis or we’re going to pay increasingly dire consequences.”
They say they fear the window for taking action on climate change is closing.
“We cannot wait, Sen. Manchin,” Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Fla., said.
They say Manchin’s objections ignore science and will tank President Joe Biden’s efforts to combat climate change, with Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., accusing Manchin of thinking “it is more important to defend the filibuster than to defend our planet.”
Without Machin, there’s no way for Democrats to push energy policies through the closely divided Senate. He agrees with many Republicans who fear reforms could drive up consumer costs.
“We’ve seen gas prices double. We’ve seen natural gas prices nearly triple. We’re pushing people into energy poverty,” Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., said at a Friday climate change hearing.
He argued Democrats’ energy strategy was radical and ineffective.
“The United States could cut every bit of emissions today and it wouldn’t have a single impact … on any changes in weather patterns for 50 years, according to the United Nations,” Graves said.
Biden said Friday afternoon that if the Senate fails to act on climate change, he will, using “every power I have as president.”
House Democrats called on voters to elect two more Democrats to the Senate in November, increasing their majority so Manchin’s vote would not be necessary. | https://www.ksn.com/news/washington-dc/house-dems-slam-manchin-for-derailing-climate-proposals/ | 2022-07-15T23:07:25Z | https://www.ksn.com/news/washington-dc/house-dems-slam-manchin-for-derailing-climate-proposals/ | false |
Which vegan mayo is best?
Veganism is growing, and new plant-based products are coming out daily. If you’re looking for a decent vegan mayo to replace egg-based mayonnaise, there’s never been a better time.
Whether you’re an ethical vegan, follow a mostly plant-based diet or are simply trying to reduce your consumption of animal products, there’s a mayo for you. Chosen Foods Vegan Avocado Oil Mayo is the top choice, as it tastes great and has high-quality ingredients.
What to know before you buy vegan mayo
Ingredients
You might be wondering what’s in vegan mayo. The fact is, its ingredients are basically the same as any other mayo, minus the eggs. These are some of the basic ingredients in plant-based mayo, but you’ll also find other ingredients for flavor, such as salt and lemon juice.
- Oil: Oil makes up the bulk of all mayonnaise, vegan or otherwise. Oil is what turns mayo thick and creamy via the magic of emulsification.
- Aquafaba: Aquafaba is another name for the cooking liquid of garbanzo beans. Starches and proteins from the beans leach into the water while cooking, leaving a substance that acts as an excellent egg replacer in mayo.
- Starches and stabilizers: Don’t be alarmed if you see starches or other stabilizers, such as xanthan gum, in your mayo. These keep the mayo from splitting back into its individual components.
- Preservatives: Preservatives keep mayo from spoiling on the shelf or when open in the fridge. Common preservatives include citric acid and calcium disodium EDTA.
Fresh vs. shelf-stable
You can buy both fresh and shelf-stable versions. Neither is inherently better, but you should know which you’re getting.
- Fresh: Fresh mayo needs to stay refrigerated, even before opening. This makes it trickier to buy online, although some retailers ship fresh mayo with cool packs or have a speedy fresh delivery service.
- Shelf-stable: You can safely keep shelf-stable mayo at room temperature for long periods before opening. Check the expiration date, but some keep for years. However, once open, you’ll need to keep it in the fridge and use it within two weeks to two months.
What to look for in a quality vegan mayo
Flavors
In addition to plain mayo, you can find some flavored versions to spice up your sandwiches or add some zing to your potato salad. Common flavors include garlic mayo and chipotle mayo.
Allergen-free
Some mayos are free from common allergens, such as wheat and soy. This is great if you’re allergic or sensitive to these ingredients, but there’s no reason to avoid them if you’re not.
Organic
Although it’s not particularly common, you can find some plant-based mayos that are USDA-certified organic. If you prefer to eat organic food, shop around to find one.
Non-GMO
It’s fairly common to find vegan mayo certified non-GMO, meaning it contains no genetically modified ingredients.
How much you can expect to spend on vegan mayo
Expect to pay anywhere from $3-$15 for a 12-ounce container. Mayo made by big food manufacturers costs significantly less than that made by small businesses.
Vegan mayo FAQ
Is vegan mayo healthier than regular mayo?
A. Both vegan mayo and egg-based mayo are high in calories as their main ingredient is oil, though vegan mayo has the benefit of being cholesterol-free. Also, some vegan mayos use oils, such as avocado oil or high-oleic sunflower oil, that are richer in nutrients than the soybean oil found in many regular mayos.
Ultimately, mayonnaise isn’t supposed to be a health food. While it’s not the best food to consume in large quantities, it’s not worth worrying about how healthy it is when eaten in moderation.
Does vegan mayo taste the same?
A. Some are better than others, and taste is subjective to a degree, so it’s not an easy question to answer definitively. However, anecdotal evidence suggests that quality vegan mayo tastes extremely similar to egg-based mayonnaise.
This is especially true when comparing plant-based mayo to shelf-stable store-bought mayonnaise rather than fresh mayonnaise. It uses pasteurized eggs to make the mayo safer to eat, but the pasteurization process causes eggs to lose some flavor. As such, most store-bought mayonnaise doesn’t taste all that eggy, making it easier for vegan versions to replicate its flavor.
What’s the best vegan mayo to buy?
Top vegan mayo
Chosen Foods Vegan Avocado Oil Mayo
What you need to know: With a great taste and creamy consistency, it’s an excellent egg-free mayo.
What you’ll love: It’s made using avocado oil, which contains heart-healthy omega-fatty acids. It’s gluten-free, soy-free and non-GMO. You can keep it in the fridge for two months after opening.
What you should consider: Some buyers think it’s too thin, but this may be an occasional error in some batches.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and iHerb
Top vegan mayo for the money
Hellmann’s Vegan Dressing and Spread
What you need to know: You get three 11.5-ounce bottles in a pack, providing excellent value.
What you’ll love: It tastes virtually identical to egg-based Hellmann’s mayo, so it’s great for anyone who’s already a fan of that. Some people find squeeze bottles more convenient than jars.
What you should consider: The plastic containers aren’t as eco-friendly as glass jars.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Sir Kensington’s Chipotle Vegan Mayo
What you need to know: It’s the perfect vegan mayo for anyone who likes a smoky kick.
What you’ll love: It’s made with high oleic sunflower oil and organic aquafaba. It tastes great and has a thick consistency. Since it’s not excessively spicy, even people who generally like mild food can enjoy it.
What you should consider: It can separate if shipped in freezing weather, so you might not want to order online in winter, depending on where you live.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LaJoie wants to prove strong end at Atlanta was no fluke
LOUDON, N.H. (AP) - Ten years ago, Corey LaJoie won more races in a NASCAR regional series season than Chase Elliott. LaJoie even won more races that season than Kyle Larson. LaJoie finished as runner-up - just 16 points back - to Larson in the season points standings.
Larson wrapped up the 2012 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East championship in the same race a 16-year-old rookie named Tyler Reddick made his debut.
All drivers with so much promise.
Check it out a decade later: Larson is the reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion and widely considered the best pure driver in the sport. Elliott won the 2020 Cup title and has a lock on the most popular driver award. Reddick just won his first Cup race and is rising star so in demand that 23XI Racing this week signed him to a deal that doesn´t start until 2024.
Then there´s LaJoie.
The 30-year-old driver spent most of his career scuffling through driving for underfunded or upstart teams and had only one top-five finish over his first 182 career starts. But in start No. 183 Sunday at Atlanta Motor Speedway, LaJoie led the field from the inside lane on a restart with three laps left in the race. His first career win in sight, Elliott slid up the banking to cut off his challenger. LaJoie ran out of room and smashed the outside wall. He settled for 21st, a number that hardly shows how agonizingly close LaJoie was to beating Elliott for the win and taking the checkered flag for the low-budget Spire Motorsports team.
NASCAR Cup Series drivers Corey LaJoie (7) and Kurt Busch (45) crash on the last lap of the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Sunday, July 10, 2022, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Bob Andres)
"I wish I´d been sitting here looking at the trophy all week," LaJoie said. "I know that you´re only as good as your last race, and you roll right into Loudon and then everybody forgets about it. For me, it´s a lot of confidence. Because it´s one thing yourself that you can do it if you´re in the right opportunity over the last four, five years. A lot of it, sometimes feels fabricated, whether it´s to yourself, whether your beliefs are to be able to drive a race car, you start to question if you can do that. If you´re ever going to get the chance that we had on Sunday afternoon to win a Cup race."
LaJoie led 19 laps in Atlanta, a modest total for most star drivers, but consider, he´s now led 46 his entire Cup career. Is he a one-weekend wonder or can LaJoie - buried in 31st in the points standings - race for a win Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway? Well, his average finish is 29.6 in seven career starts. LaJoie, who has spent years trying to find a competitive race team to prove he can contend in elite equipment, now has to hope the near-miss in Atlanta was a springboard toward that first win and not just one more lost opportunity he won´t sniff again.
"I think the biggest feeling I took away over the weekend was just confidence in the fact that I can do it and Spire is capable of doing it, on occasion," LaJoie said.
On occasion. Not exactly a ringing endorsement for a race team that lucked into one rain-shorted win in 2019 but otherwise has six top-10 finishes in 182 starts. LaJoie conceded his No. 7 Chevrolet team needed a flawless race most weekends just to finish inside the top 20.
"When we have all the air in the tires, and tires in the car and the steering works and the oil lines don´t get frayed and have holes in them or water lines, we finish in the top 20," LaJoie said. "For us as a team to finish in the top 20, if you don´t have issues, is like a pretty big deal. You´re beating a handful of teams that you never should be."
Such is the life of a backmarker. LaJoie said he had to consider a potential 10th through 15th finish this weekend at New Hampshire "as much of a win as taking home a trophy."
Austin Cindric, Chase Briscoe, Ross Chastain, Daniel Suarez and Reddick all won their first Cup races this season and LaJoie nearly joined the group with the biggest shocker of ´em all.
But Atlanta was a reminder of the old days when LaJoie once ran with - and beat - so many of NASCAR´s future stars.
"If anybody looks at me any differently after Sunday, than they did before Sunday, they never really were paying attention in the first place," he said.
TY GAME
Ty Dillon is done at GMS Motorsports after only one season.
Dillon tweeted on Friday "we have mutually agreed to go our separate ways" after a season in which he has yet to finish better than 10th. The team sent a similar tweet that read it was "focused on strong runs and getting the No. 42 Chevy Camaro to victory lane."
Dillon is 27th in points and winless in 185 career Cup starts.
The team did not announce a replacement for Dillon in 2023.
GO TALLY THE VOTES
The tribe has spoken. Julia Landauer will make her Xfinity Series debut Saturday at New Hampshire.
The 30-year-old Landauer, a 2012 contestant on "Survivor: Caramoan," has struggled like many prospects to find her way to race in one on NASCAR's three national series. She started racing go-karts when she was 10 years old and never stopped racing through college and found rides throughout the world, even the European NASCAR Whelen Series.
So what has kept her going through the years?
"Maybe a little craziness, maybe a little stubbornness, maybe not wanting to find other types of work," she said. "It's so exciting for me to make all the pieces of racing work."
BUSCH´S CONTRACT
Kyle Busch is still waiting to see if Joe Gibbs Racing can find the sponsorship money to keep the two-time Cup Series champion. M&M Mars has sponsored Busch since he joined the Gibbs organization in 2008, but the company is pulling its NASCAR marketing spend at the end of this season. JGR officials and Toyota, the team´s manufacturer, have remained adamant will return to the team next season.
"There´s no an absolute when it comes to this issue," said David Wilson, president of Toyota Racing Development. "It´s a tough sport and sponsorship is critical to our long-term success across the board. We´re working diligently, with hand-in-glove, with (JGR) and Kyle, obviously. We´re acting in good faith and we´re going to continue to do so."
ODDS AND ENDS
Ryan Blaney is a 6-1 favorite to win Sunday, per FanDuel Sportsbook. Busch and Joey Logano are next at 7-1 to win the 301-mile race.
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NASCAR Cup Series drivers Corey LaJoie (7) and Kurt Busch (45) crash during NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Sunday, July 10, 2022, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Greg McWillaims)
NASCAR Cup Series drivers Garrett Smithley (15), Ty Dillon (42), William Byron (24), Tyler Reddick (8) and Todd Gilliland (38) crash during the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway Sunday, July 10, 2022, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Russell Norris)
NASCAR Cup Series drivers Garrett Smithley (15), Ty Dillon (42), William Byron (24), Tyler Reddick (8) and Todd Gilliland (38) crash during the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Sunday, July 10, 2022, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Bob Andres)
NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) crashes with Kyle Busch (18), Martin Truex Jr. (19) and Ross Chastain (1) during NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway Sunday, July 10, 2022, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Bob Andres)
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No trophies for Woods and Mickelson after missing Open cut
By Steve Keating
ST ANDREWS, Scotland, July 15 (Reuters) - Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, who between them have won 21 majors, including four Claret Jugs, will not be adding to their trophy haul after two of golf's most decorated players failed to make the cut at The Open on Friday.
Woods, the winner of three Opens including two on the Old Course, failed to make it to the weekend for the first time at St Andrews after a second round 75 left him nine-over and out of sight of the cut set at even par.
It marked the first time in three events since returning from a 2021 car crash that nearly cost the 15-times major winner his right leg that Woods failed to make the cut.
Mickelson, who signed a lucrative deal to join the rebel LIV Golf Invitational Series, saw his hopes of reaching the weekend disappear with a disastrous second round back nine scarred by three bogeys and double-bogey that left the six-time major winner on five-over after signing for a 75.
Four-time major champion Brooks Koepka, another PGA Tour member poached by the LIV Series, stumbled to a double-bogey, bogey finish and a 75 to miss out on the weekend by four strokes.
Collin Morikawa saw his Open title defence come to a cruel end when the American birdied the 18th for a second round 73 to miss the cut by a single shot.
South African Ernie Els and Irishman Padraig Harrington, both twice winners of the Claret Jug, were among the parade of former champions heading to the exit that also included Louis Oosthuizen and John Daly. (Reporting by Steve Keating in St Andrews; Editing by Ken Ferris) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11019107/No-trophies-Woods-Mickelson-missing-Open-cut.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-07-15T23:12:48Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11019107/No-trophies-Woods-Mickelson-missing-Open-cut.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
The war on drugs has been long, hard-fought and expensive.
Since the 1970s, America has battled wave after wave of new, more lethal drugs hitting our streets — from crack cocaine to heroin, crystal meth, OxyContin, fentanyl and synthetics, to name a few. The Centers for Disease Control puts the death by opioid overdose tally at nearly 500,000 people from 1999 to 2019.
There are those who would declare the war over, that the drugs have won and surrender the only option.
They are wrong.
Proponents of decriminalizing drugs often point to Portugal as a model. In 2001, the country became the first to decriminalize drugs. As Time reported, drug dealers still go to prison. But anyone caught with less than a 10-day supply of any drug is typically sent to a local commission, consisting of a doctor, lawyer and social worker, where they learn about treatment and available medical services.
Portugal has government-funded health care for its citizens, and reportedly took two years to put together the new system where drug abuse became a medical issue rather than a criminal one.
Oregon learned the hard way that preparation and funding are key when it looked to Portugal at its own decriminalization launch in 2021.
Supporters of decriminalization faced a fractured, dysfunctional and underfunded treatment system that wasn’t at all ready to handle an influx of more people seeking treatment, as NPR reported.
Those who want drug policy changed see hope in even these efforts. “The war on drugs has failed. The experience of the last few decades shows arresting and jailing people for drug use does not work,” Emily Kaltenbach, a senior director with the Drug Policy Alliance told the Herald.
“Drugs are more potent, readily available, cheaper than ever before and people are cycling through prison with zero chance of access to recovery services. The approach that Massachusetts is considering offers people a new option — a health-based approach,” she said.
Without question, getting addicts in recovery and off drugs is of primary importance.
But this particular plan has many opportunities for collateral damage.
While there are those addicts who would choose treatment and get clean if drugs were decriminalized, that won’t stop dealers from looking for fresh victims.
Oregon is the bellwether: Washington County District Attorney Kevin Barton has told reporters the change in the law has resulted in a spike in overdose deaths and property crimes.
We have to win this war, not desert the battle.
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KEENESBURG, Colo., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wild Animal Sanctuary, in collaboration with artist Christopher Clark debuted a collection of five original artworks featuring some of the Sanctuary's most memorable rescued animals.
The collaboration marks the first time The Wild Animal Sanctuary has worked with the internationally acclaimed artist known for his work with Marvel Fine Art and as Lucasfilm's #1 selling artist. The new collection, shown at the entrance of the Sanctuary's visitor center, beautifully captures a sense of serenity and freedom across each painting and blends colorful oil and acrylic elements in an impressionist style.
"We are thrilled to showcase Christopher's art so visitors from all over the world can be exposed to his exceptional talent. The originals are perfect for new or seasoned collectors alike," said Pat Craig, Executive Director of The Wild Animal Sanctuary. In addition to the five originals, a variety of prints will also be available online and in-person at the Sanctuary's gift shop, with each sale further helping support the Sanctuary and the animals.
Located near Keenesburg, Colorado, The Wild Animal Sanctuary is the largest nonprofit carnivore sanctuary in the world, with over 650 rescued animals, including lions, tigers, bears, wolves, leopards, and other large carnivores living in large-acreage natural habitats. Established in 1980, the Sanctuary operates three locations with more than 10,000 acres for abused, abandoned, and confiscated carnivores and specializes in rehabilitating captive wildlife so they can be released into natural habitats where they can roam freely and live with others of their own kind. More information is available at www.wildanimalsanctuary.org, www.wildanimalrefuge.org, www.wildanimalsanctuarytexas.org.
Christopher Clark is a self-educated artist, with his studies ranging from personal training with contemporary masters, to classical academic art techniques, with much inspiration from 19th Century art, the Impressionist Movement, and Italian culture. Gaining the attention of Lucasfilm and Marvel Fine Art in June 2016, Christopher was signed as an officially licensed artist and immediately published a variety of his paintings. Christopher is Lucasfilm's #1 selling artist, and very proud to have George Lucas himself as a collector. Christopher has been Lucasfilm's featured artist at the 2017 Star Wars Celebration and Lucasfilm and Marvel's featured artist at San Diego Comic-Con for several years. He is also gaining international attention for his original line of fantasy and surrealism art. He currently resides in Denver, Colorado. More information is available at www.christopherclark.com.
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Go ahead and let yourself succumb to the charms of 220 Aspinwall Ave. in Brookline — the irresistible Victorian is a bona fide charmer. The colorful, ornate facade is just a hint for what’s to come inside — an immaculately kept family residence with modern updates that’s still rich in historical detail.
A nearly quarter-acre lot features a sweet yard with space to garden while enjoying plenty of privacy thanks to mature plantings, your own Brookline Village oasis that’s still just a hop and a skip away from the Longwood Medical Area, Coolidge Corner for dining and shopping, and public transportation.
Rich with architectural detail, the home’s nooks and crannies are there for the new owners to discover over time. Whether it’s the lovely hardwood floors with inlay detail, millwork, arched doorways, or the intricate staircase and the paned windows that illuminate it, there’s a lot to swoon over.
Notably, the home includes six bedrooms, three full baths, and flexible spaces that can be reimagined into an additional living room, den, or media room. A private primary suite with a pair of Juliet balconies occupies the third floor with a treetop view.
The combination of decks, balconies, and plush lawn make outdoor living and entertaining a breeze, whether it’s morning coffee for two or a barbecue for 20.
Open house hours are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information about the home, contact Scott Goldsmith with Unlimited Sotheby’s International Realty, 617-529-2434.
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Address: 220 Aspinwall Ave., Brookline
Bedrooms: 6
List Price: $2,975,000
Square feet: 3,933
Price per square foot: $756
Annual taxes: $26,687 in 2022
Location: Moments from Coolidge Corner
Built in: 1890
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New music Fridays are a thrilling, yet daunting prospect for any music lover.
It's essentially a weekly holiday where fan-favorite artists and fresh faces alike drop their latest offerings for all the world to hear, flooding streaming services and digital retailers with an onslaught of aural goodies. But who has the time to sit there and listen to everything before updating their playlists? There's just too much good stuff! (And, if we're being honest, usually a few stinkers, too.)
As it turns out, we do. Welcome to The MixtapE!
Demi Lovato is going back to their roots.
On July 15, the singer gave fans another pop-rock anthem from their upcoming album with the release of "Substance."
"Bringing that sound back is obviously the rebirth of my music, but also as a person," they said on Audacy Check In. "This album I'm really proud of...I just feel more sure of myself as a person, as an artist and that's why I think this body of work is gonna be the one that I'm the most proud of."
This summer weekend, Demi isn't the only A-list star showcasing new tunes. From Calvin Harris to Kelsea Ballerini, see all the new music picks we are loving below.
P!nk—"Irrelevant"
The singer urges fans to take action and advocate for their rights in this protest anthem. "As a woman with an opinion and the fearlessness to voice that opinion, it gets very tiring when the only retort is to tell me how irrelevant I am," P!nk said. "I am relevant because I exist, and because I am a human being. No one is irrelevant. And no one can take away my voice."
Calvin Harris feat. Justin Timberlake, Halsey and Pharrell—"Stay With Me"
With a star-studded collaboration list like this, you can only expect a dance floor ready tune perfect for any party. We may have just found another track to add to our songs of the summer list.
G-Flip—"Waste of Space"
Released in honor and celebration of International Non-Binary People's Day, G-Flip's incredibly personal new track showcases a more raw and vulnerable side of the artist. "I'm releasing this song because I know that if I had this song as a kid, it would have changed my entire life," they said. "When you Google 'non-binary,' it says neither a man nor woman, but it's so much more than that. It's a spectrum. I'm not neither, I feel like I'm both. Everyone lies on a different part of the spectrum, even those who identify as a girl or a boy. To anyone who's ever felt like a waste of space, you're not. You're important, you matter, and you have purpose in this world."
Demi Lovato—"Substance"
Featured on their upcoming album Holy Fvck, this new track continues to prove Demi is ready to rock. "I'm so excited to share another taste of what's in store for this album," they said. "We can all relate to searching for something more in life, and I want this song to make you feel like you're having a damn good time while doing it."
Kelsea Ballerini—"Love Is a Cowboy"
Not only did the country singer announce her fourth studio album, Subject to Change, is coming out in September, but she also shared a new song from the work of art. The track hinges on dusty guitar and airy production as she delivers a vivid story. "I feel so giddy, proud and lucky to share this next season together," Kelsea teased on Instagram.
Finneas—"Mona Lisa, Mona Lisa"
The Oscar and Grammy winner returned with a brand-new song and music video. On the percussion-driven track, Finneas savors spending time with his girlfriend, actress Claudia Sulewski, while singing, "She could be the Mona Lisa, if the Mona Lisa had a prettier face."
Michelle Branch—"I'm A Man"
Laid against a blues-rock tempo, Michelle's new song explores the gender roles of both men and women. "I can't tell you how much it means to me that you're still beside me listening after all these years," Michelle wrote on Instagram. "Play it loud!"
Jessie Baylin—"That's the Way"
This intoxicating track, featured on her upcoming album Jersey Girl, finds Jessie singing of a love so all-consuming that it turns destructive. "I had to write myself back into existence," she said when teasing the project. "I'd been feeling lost, empty, unsure if I'd ever make music again, and I think this album came along to remind me of who I really am, of who I could still become."
Ryan Morgan—"Our Summer"
Inspired by a trip to Siesta Key, Fla., the rising country star wrote his new song in hopes that people can build memories with a loved one or friends every summer. "A song like 'Our Summer' doesn't have to end when summer does," he said. "It doesn't matter where you're at. As long as the sun is shining and you're having fun, this song is for you."
Bella Poarch—"Dolls"
Featuring cameos from Grimes, Bretman Rock, Chloe Cherry, Madison Beer and more, Bella's new song and music video proves why she's a breakout global superstar. "‘Dolls' is all about self-empowerment and confidence," Bella said. "It's a follow up to my song ‘Build A Bitch' but it stands out on its own as well by being gentle but fierce, beautiful but deadly. The importance of helping one another while also not letting anyone make you feel weak or worthless."
Christina Perri—"blue"
Her deeply personal album a lighter shade of blue follows Christina's healing journey after losing her daughter Rosie in 2020. "I am so excited to finally share my third studio album," Christina said. "It was written and recorded across the last give years with so many people I love. These songs were created with emotion and heart and have completely saved me. I hope they help you too."
Violet Saturn—"Who Is She?"
The brother-and-sister act summon the raw energy and provocations of pop-punk and classic rock with a fresh twist. Lead singer Lauren Carr Reed, 17, brings powerful vocals to the band's addictive, angsty songs, while brother Spencer Carr Reed, 20, holds down the instrumentals and production.
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Quick help for suicidal thoughts and other mental health emergencies will soon be as easy as 9-8-8.
The United States’ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline goes live on Saturday. It’s designed to be as easy to remember and use as 911, but instead of a dispatcher sending police, firefighters or paramedics, 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
The federal government has provided over $280 million to help states create systems that will do much more, including mobile mental health crisis teams that can be sent to people’s homes and emergency mental health centers, similar to urgent care clinics that treat physical aches and pains.
“This is one of the most exciting things that has happened” in mental health care, said Dr. Brian Hepburn, a psychiatrist who heads the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors.
Hepburn cautions that when 988 kicks off, it will not be like “the flick of a switch. It’s going to take a number of years in order for us to be able to reach everybody across the country.”
Some states already have comprehensive mental health crisis systems, but others have a long way to go. And widespread shortages of mental health specialists are expected to slow their ability to expand services.
A RAND Corp. survey published last month found that fewer than half of state or regional public health officials were confident about being ready for 988, which is expected to generate an influx of calls.
Nearly 60% said call-center staffers had specialized suicide prevention training; half said they had mobile crisis response teams available 24/7 with licensed counselors; and fewer than one-third had urgent mental-health care units.
The 988 system will build on the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, an existing network of over 200 crisis centers nationwide staffed by counselors who answer millions of calls each year — about 2.4 million in 2020. Calls to the old lifeline, 1-800-273-8255, will still go through even with 988 in place.
“If we can get 988 to work like 911 … lives will be saved,’’ said Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.
Dispatching paramedics for heart attacks and police for crimes makes sense — but not for psychiatric emergencies, mental health advocates say. Calls to 911 for those crises often lead to violent law enforcement encounters and trips to jail or crowded emergency rooms where suicidal people can wait days for treatment.
The 988 system “is a real opportunity to do things right,” said Hannah Wesolowski of the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
Sustained funding will be needed. According to the National Academy of State Health Policy, four states have enacted laws to impose telecommunications fees to support 988 and many others are working on the issue.
A desperate call to a Utah state senator in 2013 helped spark the idea of a three-digit mental health crisis line.
Sen. Daniel Thatcher says a good friend sought his help after taking his suicidal son to an emergency room, only to be told by a doctor to come back if the boy hurt himself.
Thatcher has battled depression and at 17, he also considered suicide. He knew that despondent people in crisis may lack the wherewithal to seek out help or to remember the 10-digit national suicide lifeline number.
Thatcher found that many of Utah’s in-state crisis lines went straight to police dispatchers or voicemail. He wondered why there was no 911 service for mental health, and the idea got national attention after he mentioned it to longtime Sen. Orrin Hatch.
In 2020, Congress passed the bill designating the 3-digit crisis number and then-President Donald Trump signed it into law.
Thatcher’s mother was a nurse and knew where to get him help. He says 988 has the potential to make it that easy for others.
“If you get help, you live. It really is that simple,’’ Thatcher said.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
1-1-2-9, FIREBALL: 6
(one, one, two, nine; FIREBALL: six)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
1-1-2-9, FIREBALL: 6
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SAN DIEGO, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TuSimple (NASDAQ: TSP) will release its second-quarter 2022 financial results on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, after the market closes. Following the release via the wire services, TuSimple will host a conference call at 2 p.m. Pacific Time (5 p.m. Eastern Time).
What: TuSimple Q2 2022 Earnings Conference Call
When: Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Time: 2 p.m. PDT/ 5 p.m. EDT
The conference call will be webcast live on TuSimple's Investor Relations website at ir.tusimple.com. Those parties interested in participating via telephone may register on the Company's Investor Relations website or by clicking here.
A replay of the call will be available on the Investor Relations website at ir.tusimple.com.
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JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — President Joe Biden met Friday with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the man he once pledged to shun for human rights violations, and shared a cordial fist bump as he tried to reset an important diplomatic relationship, bolster Mideast security and increase the global flow of oil.
It was the first encounter for the two leaders, and their chummy gesture was swiftly criticized. But Biden insisted that he did not shy away from pressing the crown prince on the kingdom’s abuses, particularly the 2018 murder of the U.S.-based writer Jamal Khashoggi, which U.S. intelligence believes was approved by the heir to the throne.
“I said, very straightforwardly, for an American president to be silent on an issue of human rights is inconsistent with who we are and who I am,” Biden said after the meeting. “I’ll always stand up for our values.”
Biden said Prince Mohammed claimed that he was “not personally responsible” for the death of Khashoggi, who wrote for The Washington Post. “I indicated I thought he was,” the president said he replied.
Though he brushed off any focus on the fist bump, it was described as “shameful” by Fred Ryan, the Post’s publisher.
“It projected a level of intimacy and comfort that delivers to MBS the unwarranted redemption he has been desperately seeking,” Ryan said, referring to the crown prince by his initials.
Biden had long refused to speak to Prince Mohammed. But concerns about human rights have been somewhat eclipsed by other challenges, including Iran’s nuclear ambitions and rising gas prices in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
At the same time, Saudi Arabia wants to strengthen its security relationship with the United States and secure investments to transform its economy into one less reliant on pumping oil.
For now, it appears the two leaders are taking incremental steps together. Biden announced that U.S. peacekeepers would leave the Red Sea island of Tiran by the end of the year, paving the way for Saudi Arabia to develop tourist attractions there.
Because of a complex diplomatic arrangement governing control of the strategically located island, America’s departure required Israel’s assent, and the deal was the latest reflection of warmer relations between the Israelis and Saudis.
The agreement followed an earlier announcement that the Saudis were ending strict limits on Israeli commercial flights over their territory.
Biden also said progress was being made on extending a cease-fire in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia had been battling Iran-backed militants for years, leading to a humanitarian crisis.
The United States played down expectations for any immediate increases in Saudi oil production, which could help alleviate high gas prices that are politically damaging to Biden back home. But after his meeting with the crown prince, Biden hinted that relief could be on the way, although “you won’t see that for another couple of weeks.”
The current OPEC+ agreement expires in September, opening the door to potentially higher production after that, although questions remain about how much excess capacity the Saudis have.
Biden’s nearly three hours at the royal palace were widely seen as a diplomatic victory for Prince Mohammed, who has tried to rehabilitate his image, draw investments to the kingdom for his reform plans and bolster the kingdom’s security relationship with the U.S.
The Saudis carefully controlled the visit, even trying to bar Post reporters from a briefing with government officials before relenting.
They also released a steady stream of photos and videos from private meetings that journalists were barred from attending. Biden was shown shaking hands with King Salman, the 86-year-old monarch who suffers from poor health, including two hospitalizations this year, while the crown prince looked on.
Afterward, reporters were only briefly allowed into a meeting that Biden and the crown prince held with their advisers. The two men sat across from each other, an arrangement that burnished the perception that they are counterparts. It’s an image that the crown prince has been eager to foster as he solidifies his path to the throne after sidelining, detaining and seizing the assets of royal rivals and critics.
Prince Mohammed’s rise to power has ushered with it a new era for the kingdom, one in which Saudi Arabia is more assertive on the world stage as it expands its relations with Russia and China. In addition, budding ties with Israel are not only underpinned by shared enmity with Iran, but also a possible hedge against the perception that the U.S. has increasingly disengaged from the region.
Biden has spent his first trip to the Middle East since taking office trying to convince people otherwise.
During an earlier stop in Israel, he said he was going to Saudi Arabia to “promote U.S. interests in a way that I think we have an opportunity to reassert what I think we made a mistake of walking away from: our influence in the Middle East.”
On Saturday, he’ll participate in a gathering of leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council — Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — before returning to Washington. The leaders of Mideast neighbors Egypt, Iraq and Jordan are also to attend, and Biden’s national security adviser said Biden would make a “major statement” on his vision for the Middle East.
The Saudi visit is one of the most delicate that Biden has faced on the international stage.
Any success in soothing relations could pay diplomatic dividends as the president seeks to ensure stability in the region. But it has also opened Biden, already floundering in public opinion polls at home, to deeper criticism that he is backtracking on his pledges to put human rights at the center of foreign policy. During his campaign for president, he had vowed to treat Saudi Arabia as a “pariah.”
“If we ever needed a visual reminder of the continuing grip oil-rich autocrats have on U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, we got it today,” tweeted Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif. “One fist bump is worth a thousand words.”
Khashoggi’s fiancee, Hatice Cengiz, said that, with the visit to Saudi Arabia, Biden was backing down on human rights.
She told The Associated Press in an interview Thursday, “It’s heartbreaking and disappointing. And Biden will lose his moral authority by putting oil and expediency over principles and values.”
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Which garden tiller is best?
Creating a garden that allows plants to grow and flourish often requires the use of a garden tiller. These machines are designed to break up soil to create a fresh bed for plants and flowers.
There are a few types of tillers available, and while each performs a similar function, there are differences you should learn about before purchase. The one you choose will depend on several factors, like the type of soil, size of the garden and your own personal preferences.
What to consider before purchasing a garden tiller
Type
Before purchasing a garden tiller, you’ll need to decide which type you need. Considering the machine’s power source and how it is constructed will help you make that decision.
- Electric: An electric garden tiller is smaller and lighter than gas tillers, allowing the user to till a garden with little effort and lots of control. Some require a power source nearby, as they must be plugged into an outlet during use. Others are cordless, with lithium-ion batteries that require charging. These models do not have the power of a gas tiller, but are great for small vegetable or flower gardens.
- Gas: Gas garden tillers generally have an abundance of power and are the better option for larger gardens. They come with either front or rear tines and are used for breaking up new ground, as well as regular maintenance of existing plots. These items are often more expensive than other models and require the user to regularly purchase and store gasoline.
- Manual: Manual garden tillers do not require an outside power source or gas, as the user provides the power. Some items feature different styles of handles that allow the user to twist the metal tines back and forth to break up the soil. Others allow the operator to push it from behind, often featuring a single wheel and one or more tines for plowing and cultivating. These items are typically made of steel, are compact and come in a variety of sizes. This option is best for small, established gardens that do not require heavy-duty tilling, but cultivating. These are generally the easiest to organize in a tool shed or a garage.
Portability
The style of a garden tiller dictates how portable it is. Ideally, they can be easily moved from plot to plot, but some are more portable than others. Lightweight electric and manual tillers are the most portable, while gas models may require more work to transport. Some tillers may be designed for easier portability, with features like handles that can be folded down to make the item more compact. Some corded electric tillers may feature a retractable cord.
Garden size
One of the most important factors in choosing the best garden tiller for your needs is garden size. A small flower bed or herb garden may only require using a compact, manual garden cultivator. An electric model is best for small vegetable or flower gardens. Corded models can handle larger gardens, but the power source is a factor. Cordless models are more portable, but typically only run for 30-40 minutes before requiring several hours to recharge. For large gardens and breaking new ground, a gas tiller is typically your best bet. These models provide power, speed and till deeply so plants run their roots further into the ground so gardens can flourish.
Cost of a garden tiller
The best garden tillers are generally priced between $30-$1000, depending on the size, style and material used. Larger, more powerful tillers are priced higher than other options.
Garden tiller FAQ
Are garden tillers multi-purpose?
A. In addition to breaking up soil, the best garden tillers can be used like a cultivator to break up garden weeds for removal, or even bury them so they can break down and fertilize the soil.
What is the most durable material that a garden tiller can be made from?
A. The most durable material that a garden tiller can be made from is steel. While aluminum and plastic may be used in the body or handle, durable steel is typically used for tines and other heavy-duty parts.
Best manual garden tillers
This item is made from steel and is very durable. It is a handheld tool that offers users great control over a gardening project. The user operates it by twisting the handlebars and allowing the tines to break up the dirt. This item is not adjustable and is easily stored. It does not require any assembly and does not utilize a power source for operation.
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Earthway High Wheel Cultivator
This item is made from heavy-duty steel and helps the user till or plow a garden plot. The handle is adjustable to the user’s height. Entirely manual, it has a large front wheel that is good for use on rough soil. This item does not come entirely assembled, but is simple to use once it is set up.
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Best electric garden tillers
Sun Joe Electric Tiller and Cultivator
This corded electric tiller features six durable tines for breaking up the toughest dirt. This item is easily assembled and transported. The handle folds up entirely for storage purposes. It features an instant start and safety switch for the most convenient use and is easily controlled.
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Lawn Master Corded Electric Tiller
This powerful, corded tiller is made with durable steel blades that are resistant to rust and break up tough soil with ease. This tiller is lightweight, easy to control and is able to fold down for compact storage.
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Best gas garden tillers
Troy-Bilt Super Bronco Rotating Gas Garden Tiller
This sturdy, durable and easy-to-use gas-powered model comes from one of the most well-known names in garden machinery. This Troy-Bilt tiller maneuvers easily, allowing users to work their way around the toughest ground. The handles are wide for greater control. Users can even run it with one hand. Some assembly is required before use.
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Earthquake Mini Tiller and Cultivator
This tiller features adjustable height and wheel options, making it easy to maneuver and transport. It comes with a Viper engine and overhand handles for greater control when operating, as well as a 5-year warranty.
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
544 PM CDT Fri Jul 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of north central Bexar
and southwestern Comal Counties through 630 PM CDT...
At 544 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Garden Ridge, or near Selma, moving southwest at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
San Antonio, Schertz, Universal City, Live Oak, Selma, San Antonio
Int Airport, Fair Oaks Ranch, Kirby, Alamo Heights, Windcrest,
Terrell Hills, Bulverde, Garden Ridge, Shavano Park, Hollywood Park,
Cross Mountain, Olmos Park, The Dominion, Timberwood Park and Leon
Springs.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 2973 9870 2974 9870 2974 9866 2975 9865
2975 9864 2976 9863 2978 9837 2965 9822
2962 9825 2959 9831 2956 9830 2941 9843
TIME...MOT...LOC 2244Z 051DEG 11KT 2966 9839
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
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ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) — The Latest on the British Open (all times local):
8:30 p.m.
Defending British Open champion Collin Morikawa is set to miss the cut.
The American, who won the title last year at Royal St. George’s, finished his two rounds at 1-over 145. The cut was projected to be even par.
Morikawa would be the first defending champion to miss the cut since Darren Clarke in 2012. Clarke also won his only major title at Royal St. George’s.
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6:40 p.m.
Cameron Smith shot 8-under 64 in the second round of the British Open and moved into a three-stroke lead at 13 under overall.
The Australian opened the round with three straight birdies. He had two more before an eagle on the par-5 14th when he swung a long-range putt from right to left, slightly down the hill and straight into the cup.
Smith is playing at his fifth British Open. His best finish was tied for 20th in 2019 at Portrush. His best results at the majors came at the Masters. He finished tied for second in 2020 and tied for third in 2022 at Augusta National.
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5:30 p.m.
Cameron Smith is producing a putting clinic to pull away from the field at the British Open.
The best of the bunch came at the par-5 14th hole, where Smith swung a long-range eagle putt from right to left, slightly down the hill and straight into the cup.
It moved him to 13 under, three shots clear of Cameron Young. Smith is 8 under for his second round.
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4:25 p.m.
The two Camerons are jostling for first place at the British Open.
Cameron Smith, a sixth-ranked Australian who won The Players Championship in March, has made six birdies in his first 10 holes and leads Cameron Young by one at 11 under.
Young, the American who led by two overnight, bogeyed his second hole but responded with two straight birdies and added another at No. 9. He was 2 under for his round and a shot clear of clubhouse leader Dustin Johnson.
Rory McIlroy has opened his second round with four straight pars and remained at 6 under overall.
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3:20 p.m.
Tiger Woods has finished what could be his last competitive round at a British Open on the Old Course.
The three-time Open champion, who won two of those titles at St. Andrews, shot 3-over 75 in the second round to finish the day at 9 over overall. He is not expected to make the cut and play the last two rounds over the weekend.
Before this year’s tournament, Woods called the Old Course “historic” and his “favorite.” He won the claret jug at St. Andrews in 2000 and 2005.
But this year his struggles started on the very first hole when he sent his second shot into the Swilcan Burn. He made double bogey and finished the day at 6-over 78.
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2:20 p.m.
The sun is finally out, the scoring is low and some big names have climbed onto the leaderboard at the British Open.
Adam Scott took most advantage of the softer conditions caused by early-morning rain at the Old Course, shooting 7-under 65 to move two shots behind clubhouse leader Dustin Johnson.
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler shot a second straight 68 and is a stroke behind Johnson at 8 under overall alongside Tyrrell Hatton. Hatton and Sergio Garcia had 66s.
Among the afternoon starters, Cameron Smith opened with three straight birdies and Garrick Higgo started with four in a row.
Cameron Young was the overnight leader after a 64, but bogeyed No. 1 in his second round.
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1:20 p.m.
Dustin Johnson has made another great start to a British Open at St. Andrews.
The 36-hole leader at the last Open at the home of golf in 2015 took the clubhouse lead midway through the second round with a 5-under 67.
The former No. 1 two-putted for birdie at No. 18 to overtake first-round leader Cameron Young, who was about to tee off in his second round.
Tiger Woods looks certain to miss the weekend in what could be his final Open at the Old Course, though, after losing further ground. He was 1 over after 11 holes, and tied for 148th in the 156-man field at 7 over.
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1 p.m.
Talor Gooch moved up the leaderboard during the second round of the British Open and then backtracked on comments he made last month comparing the Saudi-funded breakaway series to the Ryder Cup.
Gooch is one of the dozens of players who have joined LIV Golf, causing a rift in the sport. He said after the second event in Oregon that he imagined the atmosphere at the tournament was as good as the Ryder Cup, even though he has never played at one.
“A bunch of players came up, and they’re like really? Really? I was like, hold on a second, guys. Give me a little break. I just won. I was in the moment. I might have gotten a little aggressive with the comments,” Gooch said. “Rightfully so, I’ve taken a little bit of heat for it.”
Gooch shot a 3-under 69 in the second round at the Old Course to move to 7 under overall.
The 30-year-old Gooch won his first PGA Tour title in the final tournament of 2021 against a field that had no one from the top 10 in the world on the weekend.
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12:50 p.m.
Cameron Young has finally been caught.
Dustin Johnson rolled in a long birdie putt at No. 16 and joined Young, his fellow American, at 8 under for the tournament.
Johnson is 4 under for his round and still has the drivable No. 18 to play.
Young, the first-round leader, has yet to start his second round.
The strong play of Johnson, a former No. 1, and Talor Gooch, who shot 3-under 69 to move to 7 under overall, raises the prospect of a player from the Saudi-funded LIV Golf series winning the British Open.
R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers this week delivered a withering verdict on the breakaway tour, describing it as a money grab that threatens the golf’s merit-based culture cultivated over centuries.
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11:45 a.m.
Mark Calcavecchia followed a time-honored tradition and stood on the Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole to wave farewell at his last British Open.
The 1989 champion at Royal Troon felt the emotions.
“Got a little choked up,” Calcavecchia said after his second round of 10-over 82, which will ensure he will not make the weekend at St. Andrews.
The American’s exemption as a past champion ran out in 2020, the year the British Open was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. He couldn’t play last year at Royal St. George’s because of injury and was invited by the R&A to close his Open career at the home of golf, at the age of 62.
His kids were there to watch him Friday as Calcavecchia went out in the first group.
“Forget about my golf,” Calcavecchia said. “It wouldn’t have mattered if I shot a pair of 75s or a pair of 85s, which I nearly did. It was about playing one more, my last one here at the home of golf, which is really cool to be able to end it here.”
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11:20 a.m.
Not for the first time, Tyrrell Hatton is on the charge at St. Andrews.
The English player holed a long-range putt at No. 10 for a fourth birdie of his second round and moved to 6 under, two shots off the lead held by Cameron Young — an afternoon starter.
Hatton is a two-time winner of the Dunhill Links Championship, a European tour event in Scotland that is partly staged at St. Andrews.
The umbrellas are down and sweaters have come off as the weather improves at the home of golf. So should the scoring, with the fairways made softer by morning rain.
Talor Gooch birdied the par-5 14th hole and was one off the lead on 7 under. Dustin Johnson, the former No. 1 who also plays on the LIV Golf series, birdied Nos. 9 and 11 to join Hatton on 6 under.
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10:20 a.m.
Tiger Woods is out on the course for his second round at the British Open. He played it safe on the first hole this time.
Woods found the middle of the fairway, the middle of the green and two-putted for par.
That’s a whole lot better than in the first round, where he hit a wedge into the Swilcan Burn from out of a fresh divot and ran up a double-bogey.
The two biggest movers early in the second round at St. Andrews were players who have signed up for LIV Golf, the Saudi-funded breakaway series.
Talor Gooch birdied two of his first three holes and was tied for second place at 6 under, two shots off the lead.
Paul Casey, the latest player to join LIV, was 3 under for his round after eight holes and at 4 under overall.
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7:30 a.m.
Tiger Woods arrived at St. Andrews in shorts and a hoodie. He might also need an umbrella.
The second round of the British Open began under a light rain. That is likely to take some of the fire out of an Old Course that was so fast that it make the rounds go atrociously slow on Thursday.
Of greater concern to Woods is making up ground. His 78 in the first round was good to beat only seven other players. Three of them were past champions in their 50s. Woods figures he needs a 66 or better to make it to the weekend.
Cameron Young leads Rory McIlroy by two. They don’t tee off until the afternoon.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An Oklahoma kidnapping case is back in the spotlight thanks to Netflix’s new documentary “Girl in the Picture.” The film lays out all of the case’s bizarre twists and turns that gripped Oklahomans for years.
Here’s the backstory on the death of Tonya Dawn Hughes and its aftermath.
***Warning: There are major spoilers below***
In 1990, Oklahoma City police began searching for the driver of a car that hit and killed 22-year-old Hughes. She was found on the side of a highway service road by a bystander. Although she was rushed to a nearby hospital, she later died from her injuries.
Following her death, secrets and lies are revealed that put everything investigators thought they knew into question.
Investigators take viewers down the rabbit hole as they search for the true identity of Tonya Hughes and later, the kidnapping of her 6-year-old son, Michael.
The kidnapping made headlines after a man walked into an elementary school in Choctaw, which is about 20 miles from Oklahoma City, with a gun, and kidnapped the boy and the school’s principal.
The principal was ultimately found tied to a tree, but Michael was nowhere to be found. Authorities determined that the suspect in the case was Tonya’s husband, Clarence Hughes.
As information and tips poured in to the FBI, they soon realized that Clarence Hughes wasn’t who they thought he was. As it turns out, Clarence Hughes was an alias for Franklin Delano Floyd, a felon. They also learned that he wasn’t Tonya’s husband — he was her father.
Investigators continued to search for Clarences Hughes, but something wasn’t adding up. Based on Tonya’s age and Floyd’s criminal history, they realized there was no way he could be her biological father since he was in prison at the time of her birth.
The revelation sent them on a journey to determine Tonya’s real identity that would last more than a decade.
FBI investigators ultimately learned Floyd kidnapped Tonya when she was just a child. Her real name was Suzanne Marie Sevakis.
Floyd was arrested and convicted of kidnapping and first-degree murder of one of Sevakis’ friends. He was sentenced to death.
Although he was suspected in Sevakis’ death, he was never charged. He was convicted of Michael’s kidnapping, and later admitted to shooting and killing the boy. His body has never been found.
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HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. – Rock singer Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins will perform a charity livestream show on July 27 to benefit the victims of the Fourth of July parade shooting in suburban Chicago that killed seven people and wounded more than 30.
Corgan, a 20-year resident of Highland Park, where the shooting happened, said the show will be at the city’s plant-based tea house Madame Zuzu’s, which he owns with his partner Chloe Mendel.
He made the announcement Thursday in a video posted on the Madame Zuzu’s Instagram, the Daily Herald reported.
“There are so many people here affected by this tragedy,” Corgan said in the video. “It’s very close to our hearts and we hope you’ll participate and support as well.”
Corgan said the show will feature several special guests. So far, Smashing Pumpkins drummer Jimmy Chamberlin and jazz saxophonist Frank Catalano have been named.
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TORONTO (AP) — Angel Zerpa pitched five solid innings, Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking homer and the Kansas City Royals overcame the absence of 10 unvaccinated players to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Thursday night.
“One of the best wins of the year, all things considered,” manager Mike Matheny said.
Nate Eaton homered in his big league debut as the Royals won for the fifth time in six games.
Foreign nationals who aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19 are not allowed to enter Canada, save for limited exceptions that require a 14-day quarantine. Unvaccinated baseball players are placed on the restricted list, which means they are not paid and do not accrue major league service time.
Among the 10 players on Kansas City’s 26-man roster who stayed home were All-Star outfielder Andrew Benintendi, two-time All-Star Whit Merrifield, future cornerstones Kyle Isbel and MJ Melendez and outfielder Michael A. Taylor.
Also barred were first baseman Hunter Dozier, right-handed starters Brad Keller and Brady Singer, reliever Dylan Coleman and backup catcher Cam Gallagher.
“We just abide by the rules that are given to us,” Matheny said before the game. “It’s not how we’d design it but it is where we are and now we move forward.”
The Royals recalled infielder Nick Pratto and selected Eaton, infielder Michael Massey, catcher Freddy Fermin and outfielder Brewer Hicklen from Triple-A Omaha. Infielder Maikel Garcia, catcher Sebastian Rivero and left-hander Zerpa were recalled from Double-A Northwest Arkansas.
Pratto was in the starting lineup at first base and Eaton was in center field with Rivero catching Zerpa (2-0), who allowed one run and four hits, walked two and struck out two in the second start of his career and first this season.
“Every time we’ve seen him he looks like a top-shelf starter,” Matheny said. “He came in today against an all right-handed lineup that’s a very potent lineup and kept making good pitches all the way through. It was just a great display of pitching.”
Jackson Kowar pitched two innings, Taylor Clarke handled the eighth and Scott Barlow finished for his 16th save in 18 chances.
Eaton’s mother and brother were sitting behind Kansas City’s first base dugout, giving them a great view of his homer.
“Right around second base I was jogging and the only voice I could hear was my mom screaming,” Eaton said. “It was awesome. Those are the people that have been there my entire life and sacrificed so much for me to get to this point. Without them, I couldn’t have been here. To make them proud is pretty awesome.”
Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman (6-7) started for the first time since taking a line drive off his ankle in a July 2 start against Tampa Bay. Gausman allowed two runs and seven hits in six innings. He walked two and struck out six.
“Great to get him back out there before the (All-Star) break,” new Blue Jays manager John Schneider said. “We liked what we saw, obviously. Everything was there as it usually is. Just a couple bad pitches.”
Nicky Lopez doubled off Gausman to begin the fifth and scored on a base hit by Edward Olivares, who was thrown out trying for a double. Witt followed with his 13th home run.
Toronto’s Matt Chapman homered off Zerpa in the bottom half, his 14th, but Eaton restored the two-run cushion by connecting off Anthony Banda in the ninth.
TWO-WIN WEEK
Zerpa earned his first career victory with two scoreless innings of relief against Detroit in Game 2 of Monday’s doubleheader. He made one start last season, allowing two unearned runs in five innings.
REINFORCEMENT REPORT
Keller, who started Monday, can be replaced Friday. Singer, who last pitched Wednesday, can be replaced for Sunday’s series finale.
ALSO ABSENT
Royals Pitching coach Cal Eldred, assistant hitting coach Keoni De Renne and bullpen catcher Parker Morin also did not travel. Triple-A Omaha manager Scott Thorman was brought along to assist Matheny’s staff.
RUNNING WILD
Olivares, one of Kansas City’s remaining regulars, didn’t get the Royals off to a positive start. After opening the game with a single, he broke for second but lost sight of Witt’s liner to right, turned for third and was doubled off first by 120 feet. Olivares was later thrown out trying to steal second, then thrown out trying to stretch out a double. Hicklen ran for Olivares after he singled in the eighth, but got caught in a rundown between second and third.
QUICK STARTERS
Eaton is the fourth player in Royals history to homer in his first game, joining Ryan O’Hearn (2018 against the White Sox), Mark Quinn (1999 against the Angels) and Clint Hurdle (1977 against Seattle).
TRAINER’S ROOM
Blue Jays: LHP Yusei Kikcuhi (neck) will throw a second bullpen session Friday. Kikuchi has been out since July 6.
UP NEXT
Royals RHP Zack Grienke (3-5, 4.52 ERA) starts Friday against Blue Jays RHP Alek Manoah (9-4, 2.34). Manoah is 2-0 in two career starts against the Royals, covering 13 scoreless innings.
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The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into the Maryland State Police to determine if the agency engaged in racially discriminatory hiring and promotion practices, federal prosecutors announced Friday.
Word of the investigation follows a series of complaints from Black troopers about harassment and mistreatment by fellow white officers, concerns that drew the attention of a Maryland state legislator last year.
“Discrimination has no place in any workplace, and especially in law enforcement agencies,” Assistant U.S. Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division said in a news release. “Our investigation will determine whether the Maryland Department of State Police has created racially discriminatory barriers for Black people seeking job opportunities and promotions and, if so, identify the reforms necessary to ensure equal employment opportunities.”
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan and Maryland State Police Superintendent Col. Woodrow W. Jones III have been informed and pledged cooperation with the investigation, the news release said.
“Significant actions have been taken and are continuing to address even the perception of racism or unfair treatment of any kind,” Jones said in a statement issued Friday afternoon.
Hogan’s office issued a statement calling Maryland State Police “the finest police organization in the country.” He said the state has committed funds to increase diversity and strengthen recruitment.
“It is important to ensure any wrongdoing is addressed, so we welcome this investigation and have pledged full cooperation,” said Michael Ricci, spokesperson for the governor’s office.
In 2021, Maryland State Sen. Joanne Benson of Prince George’s County said Black troopers accused the agency of racism and discrimination, pointing to disparities in discipline and promotions, as well as underrepresentation and allegations of instances of retaliation.
Benson met with more than 20 Black troopers who presented her with documents detailing their claims, WRC in Washington reported in February 2021. The television station did not identify the troopers because those who spoke out are violating department policy.
“They had the paperwork. They had the proof,” Benson said. “They had done their homework relative to the incidents that have occurred and the problems they were experiencing.”
Benson said Friday afternoon that the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus has been trying to draw attention to the problem of racism and discrimination within the state police for at least eight years. She said that after there was no significant progress, some of the troopers decided to take their case to the Department of Justice.
“What they have done to African American state troopers … has been shameful,” Benson said. “The discipline, the unfair suspensions, the terminations, the way that they discipline the African American state troopers over the white ones has just been unbelievable.”
Statistics provided by Maryland State Police and reported by WRC showed Black officers make up 8.9% of high-ranking commissioned officers and 11% of the agency’s non-commissioned officers, with very few rising to lieutenants.
Clarke F. Ahlers, a Maryland attorney who is representing Black troopers in several lawsuits against the state police, said he welcomes the Justice Department investigation.
“My belief is that the Maryland State Police have engaged in an unfortunate process of discriminating against troopers of color,” Ahlers said.
“I would not need a Justice Department investigation to convince me of racial discrimination within the ranks of the Maryland State Police,” he said.
Ahlers said he’s had four cases in the last five years that “screamed of discrimination” by the agency, although none was directly related to hiring or promotions. One of them involved a case which went in the favor of the trooper, who, Ahlers said, is still dealing with harassment from the department.
In another case, Ahlers said he represented a Black trooper who used minimal force in arresting a motorist. He and other officers involved were cleared in the incident. Afterward, a white trooper left a banana on the Black trooper’s car, Ahlers said.
The Black trooper complained about that act, and after he refused to withdraw the complaint, he was indicted for first-degree assault for the use of force, Ahlers said. The charge was eventually dropped by the State’s Attorney’s Office. As for the initial complaint about the banana being placed on his car, Maryland State Police said it had nothing to do with race, according to Ahlers.
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ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia prosecutor investigating potential criminal interference in the 2020 presidential election is considering requesting that former President Donald Trump testify under oath to a grand jury, while several Georgia Republicans already subpoenaed as part of the probe have received letters informing them that they’re at risk of being indicted.
The developments underscore the accelerating nature of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ investigation and the key decisions that may lie ahead for prosecutors who for more than a year have been scrutinizing efforts by Trump and his allies to undo his election loss in Georgia.
Jeff DiSantis, a spokesman for Willis, told The Associated Press that Willis is considering subpoenaing Trump to testify before a special grand jury. Such a demand would almost certainly trigger an immediate court fight, including potentially over Trump’s constitutional protections against self-incrimination. Yahoo News had reported earlier Friday that Willis is considering requesting Trump’s testimony.
Meanwhile, some people who had been subpoenaed have subsequently received so-called target letters, according to a person familiar with the matter who insisted on anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation. Prosecutors generally issue such letters to inform people they’ve been investigating that they have developed evidence against them and that they’re in jeopardy of being criminally charged.
The person who confirmed the issuance of the target letters, which were first reported by Yahoo, would not identify any of the recipients.
Randy Evans, a Georgia attorney who was Trump’s ambassador to Luxembourg, said the letters went to prominent Georgia Republicans who were involved with submitting an alternate slate of electors who asserted that Trump had won the state.
Evans said he’s a Republican who actually supported Willis’ investigation in the beginning because he believes transparency is a good thing. But he was disappointed to see the suggestion that participating in an alternate slate of electors constitutes a criminal violation.
“Now it’s pretty clear that it’s largely just another act of politics in an election year,” he said.
Also Friday, state Sen. Burt Jones, who’s the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor in November’s general election, filed a motion to disqualify Willis and her office from the investigation. His lawyers argue that Willis has a conflict of interest because she is an active supporter of Jones’ Democratic opponent.
Jones’ campaign spokesman Stephen Lawson declined to comment when asked if Jones had received a target letter.
The special grand jury was seated in May at Willis’ request and has been investigating whether Trump and others illegally tried to meddle in the 2020 election in Georgia as the Republican desperately tried to cling to power after his loss to Democrat Joe Biden. Trump continues to insist that the election was stolen, despite the fact that numerous federal and local officials, a long list of courts, top former campaign staffers and even his own attorney general have all said there is no evidence of the fraud he alleges.
Willis has confirmed that the investigation’s scope includes a Jan. 2, 2021, phone call between Trump and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. During that call, Trump urged Raffensperger to “find” enough votes to overturn his loss in the state.
“All I want to do is this. I just want to find 11,780 votes, which is one more than we have,” Trump said during that call. “Because we won the state.”
Trump has denied any wrongdoing and has repeatedly described his call to Raffensperger as “perfect.”
Willis, a Democrat, has also said that her team is looking into a November 2020 call that U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., made to Raffensperger and false claims of election fraud that were made by former New York mayor and Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani and others during December 2020 legislative committee hearings at the state Capitol.
Graham and Giuliani are among the Trump associates Willis is trying to force to go to Atlanta to testify before the special grand jury.
Willis has also indicated that she’s interested in the actions of the group of 16 Georgia Republicans who signed a certificate falsely stating that Trump had won the state when it was actually Democrat Joe Biden who got the most votes. They cast their fake electoral votes behind closed doors at the Georgia Capitol on Dec. 14, 2020, the same day that the actual Democratic electors met to cast their votes.
Jones was among those who signed the certificate, which was then sent to Congress and the National Archives.
The motion filed Friday by his lawyers says Willis donated to the campaign of Democratic lieutenant governor nominee Charlie Bailey and last month hosted a fundraiser for him. It says the entire Fulton County district attorney’s office should be disqualified “from the investigation and prosecution of Mr. Jones,” the motion says.
The special grand jury cannot issue indictments. Instead, it is to issue a report with its findings and recommendations, and it will then be up to Willis to decide whether to seek an indictment from a regular grand jury.
The motion notes that the special grand jury report “is likely to come out right before the election.” If the judge will not disqualify Willis and the district attorney’s office, the motion asks that the judge order that the special grand jury report be sealed until after the election “to prevent any improper and undue influence therein.”
“Burt is more than happy to perform his civic duty and answer questions — but not from a prosecutor with such blatant conflicts of interest,” Lawson, the campaign spokesman, said in a statement.
DiSantis, the Willis spokesman, said the motion is without merit.
Willis’ “support for Mr. Bailey has nothing to do with his opponent, nor does her fulfillment of her oath of office to investigate and prosecute crimes occurring in Fulton County have anything to do with anyone else’s campaign for elected office,” DiSantis said in an email.
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TAMPA, Fla., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart Meter, continues to lead the way in remote blood glucose monitoring (RBGM) because of its superior cellular-enabled iGlucose meter, robust data and ease of use that facilitates better care management. As summer travel season hits its peak, the Centers for Disease Control has some important tips to ensure you manage your diabetes while away from home.
Here are a few of the key essentials if you are traveling by air to your destination:
- Put your diabetes supplies in a carry-on bag (insulin could get too cold in your checked luggage). Think about bringing a smaller bag to have at your seat for insulin, glucose tablets, and snacks.
- Pack twice as much medicine as you think you'll need. Carry medicines in the original pharmacy bottles or ask your pharmacist to print out extra labels you can attach to plastic bags.
- Be sure to pack healthy snacks, like fruit, raw veggies, and nuts.
When you are traveling by vehicle to your destination, you should:
- Find healthy food options like:
- Fruit, nuts, sandwiches, yogurt
- Salads with chicken or fish (skip the dried fruit and croutons)
- Eggs and omelets
- Burgers with a lettuce wrap instead of a bun
- Fajitas (skip the tortillas and rice)
- Stop and get out of the car or walk up and down the aisle of the plane or train every hour or two to prevent blood clots (people with diabetes are at higher risk).
- Set an alarm on your phone for taking medicine if you're traveling across time zones
Once you reach your destination:
- Your blood sugar may be out of your target range at first, but your body should adjust in a few days. Check your blood sugar often and treat highs or lows as instructed by your doctor or diabetes educator.
- If you're going to be more active than usual, check your blood sugar before and after and adjust food and activity as needed.
One of the most important aspects of managing Type 2 diabetes is for the patient to test their blood glucose level, usually twice a day. This could be more for some patients, depending on the care plan from their physician.
In an article in Healthline, Lisa Harris, CDE, RN at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago said that many patients with type 2 diabetes would likely benefit from testing more frequently. "Testing your blood sugar can be extremely informative for people when they're trying to prevent the need for further medication, like insulin," Harris said. "Even if they're only taking metformin, seeing for themselves how certain types of foods affect their blood sugar can have the biggest impact on motivating them to make changes in their diet."
In addition, when traveling, healthy eating tends to become more difficult to regularly sustain. People will usually eat out more and have less time to plan healthy meals or have fewer healthy options from which to choose. There's also less time to ensure proper nutrition and exercise which is important for managing diabetes.
"For people with diabetes, having their blood glucose readings sent to a provider is even more important when they travel because their diet might not be as healthy, eating times and patterns may shift, and other metabolic stressors related to traveling," said Dr. Bill Lewis, a leading telehealth consultant. "The iGlucose is the perfect traveling companion for people with diabetes so their test results are still being transmitted seamlessly to their provider."
Many of today's devices for at-home remote patient monitoring (RPM) rely on Bluetooth® technology or Wi-fi paired to an app on a smartphone. These connections especially low-energy Bluetooth, can fail and may not reliably or securely deliver health data to providers.
The iGlucose from Smart Meter has proprietary cellular technology that utilizes the fast and secure 4/5G AT&T IoT network for reliable transmissions every time. With the cellular-enabled iGlucose®, the measurement is sent immediately to the patient's provider with no extra steps required by the patient.
Now serving more than 100,000 patients, Smart Meter is the leading supplier of cellular-enabled virtual care technologies that include the iGlucose®, iBloodPressure®, iPulseOx®, iScale®, and SmartRPM™ cloud platform, as well as data, and services. Smart Meter's remote patient monitoring solutions are recognized as the standard for the RPM industry and are regarded for their high patient retention and satisfaction. The unique combination of reliable health data, patient-friendly devices, and platform integrations enable and enhance RPM, CCM, Employee Wellness, Population Health, and Telehealth programs for more than 300 RPM distribution partners across the United States. For more information, visit SmartMeterRPM.com
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
544 PM CDT Fri Jul 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of north central Bexar
and southwestern Comal Counties through 630 PM CDT...
At 544 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Garden Ridge, or near Selma, moving southwest at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
San Antonio, Schertz, Universal City, Live Oak, Selma, San Antonio
Int Airport, Fair Oaks Ranch, Kirby, Alamo Heights, Windcrest,
Terrell Hills, Bulverde, Garden Ridge, Shavano Park, Hollywood Park,
Cross Mountain, Olmos Park, The Dominion, Timberwood Park and Leon
Springs.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 2973 9870 2974 9870 2974 9866 2975 9865
2975 9864 2976 9863 2978 9837 2965 9822
2962 9825 2959 9831 2956 9830 2941 9843
TIME...MOT...LOC 2244Z 051DEG 11KT 2966 9839
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
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CUMBERLAND, Maine — As NEWS CENTER Maine's tick week winds down, we told you how the changing climate is allowing deer ticks to move farther into northern and western Maine, putting more people at risk for Lyme and other tick-borne infections.
But Mainers can't forget that their pets are at risk too. Some veterinarians said so far it's been a bad season for dogs, with a marked increase in tick-borne diseases.
Experts said one of the first signs a dog may have Lyme disease is if your pet appears tired. That may lead to other symptoms and can go downhill if not detected. That's why it's so important to do tick checks and have your pet on a tick preventative all year round.
Dr. Julia Lucas is a veterinarian and pathologist at the Cumberland Animal Clinic. She and her staff are extremely busy trying to keep up with a spike in cases of Lyme diseases in dogs this summer.
"We are seeing a least a positive every day, sometimes two or three positives a day on our blood work," Lucas said.
Lucas pointed to a number of factors. Warming temperatures brought out ticks earlier this spring, more people adopted dogs during the pandemic, and people moving from outside of Maine may not be aware of how to protect their animals. She said ticks only need to be attached for 24 hours to spread the bacteria that causes Lyme. The signs of Lyme include appearing tired, lameness, fever, joint pain, and paralysis.
She says dogs can be infected for months before they come down with symptoms that can be fatal.
"It can cause kidney failure. That's one of the severe outcomes," Lucas explained.
Lucas said cats aren't considered a risk for Lyme because they are highly resistant to infections, but there are rare exceptions. Dogs are also at risk for other tick-borne illnesses, including anaplasmosis and ehrlichiosis. But they are not considered as deadly as Lyme.
Pets can be treated for tick-borne with antibiotics and IV treatment. She recommended getting dogs tested every year, and using oral preventatives to prevent tick-borne infections.
"It's going to kill the tick very quickly, and the tick is going to fall off," Lucas added.
Haley Vaccarello's bulldog, Tino, is the first dog she bought on her own. She does daily tick checks anytime Tino is outdoors.
"I think it's especially important. Ticks are getting insane this year," Vaccarello said.
She also has Tino on an oral preventative instead of a topical preventative because she feels it's more effective in protecting against the growing number of ticks he may encounter outside.
"That puts my mind at ease. But for sure, that is something that is scary and I always think about," Vaccarello added.
Lucas said when using oral medication to protect your pets, they must be given consistently, usually every 30 days, to be the most effective. If your cats spend any time outdoors, she said to use a topical preventative or an oral prescription depending on your vet's recommendation. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/we-are-getting-a-positive-lyme-test-every-day-maine-experts-see-spike-in-dog-infections-sickness-virus/97-3ec7a094-e8f3-4000-8ad6-be642b8a0221 | 2022-07-16T00:15:19Z | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/we-are-getting-a-positive-lyme-test-every-day-maine-experts-see-spike-in-dog-infections-sickness-virus/97-3ec7a094-e8f3-4000-8ad6-be642b8a0221 | true |
Indicted Colorado clerk will remain free after Vegas trip
DENVER (AP) — An indicted Colorado clerk who has become a hero to election conspiracy theorists will remain free on bond but will have to get court permission before traveling out of state, a judge ruled Friday.
Judge Matthew Barrett canceled an arrest warrant for Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters he issued after she traveled by private plane to Las Vegas on Monday to speak at a sheriffs’ conference just hours after he ruled she could not leave Colorado. The flight on a private plane was also a day before Peters had previously told her lawyers she planned to leave.
Peters’ lead lawyer, Harvey Steinberg, said he did not learn of the order barring travel until after Peters left because his personal assistant, whom he relies on to open digital court filings, was out of town.
Barrett said it was “unfathomable” that no one told Peters about the order even though she has three lawyers. He noted that records show one of them opened the order shortly after it was issued.
Steinberg said he is the only lawyer on the team responsible for talking to Peters, who has appeared regularly with prominent allies of former President Donald Trump who claim without evidence that the 2020 election was stolen from him.
Peters lost a bid to become the Republican candidate for Colorado secretary of state in last month’s primary election. During her campaign, she was allowed to travel outside Colorado after filing a notice with the court. Now that the campaign is over, Barrett said she must file a motion to travel out of Colorado and wait for it to be approved before she can leave, noting that she was a flight risk because she had access to resources including private jets.
“You leave one minute before you tell me you are going to leave, that’s a violation of your bond,” he said.
Prosecutors learned Peters was in Las Vegas after seeing a letter she sent requesting a recount in her race that was notarized in Las Vegas on Tuesday and asked for her bond to be revoked. Barrett granted their request but noted Friday they could have contacted Peters’ lawyers after finding out she was at the sheriffs’ conference, where she spoke publicly during a livestreamed appearance, to help resolve the situation.
“It’s not like she got on a plane and disappeared,” he said.
According to court documents, Peters is accused of working with two employees in her office to allow an unauthorized person to make a copy of the county’s election equipment hard drive during an update last year.
Peters is charged with three counts of attempting to influence a public servant, criminal impersonation, two counts of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, one count of identity theft, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty and failing to comply with the secretary of state.
She has denied wrongdoing and called the charges politically motivated.
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GAINESVILLE, Va. (WRIC) — A Gainesville man is in custody after police say he tried to strangle a woman during a domestic incident.
According to the Prince William County Police Department, officers were called to the 10500 block of Neale Sound Court just before 2:40 a.m. on Wednesday, July 13 to investigate a report of a domestic disturbance.
During the investigation, it was determined that the victim, a 20-year-old woman, got into a verbal altercation with a male acquaintance that escalated when he grabbed her neck. The victim was able to get away and take his phone before leaving the home to try to call for help.
The acquaintance followed the victim out of the house, tackled her to the ground and took the phone. Another family member then called police. The victim reported minor injuries and the acquaintance, identified as 25-year-old Aiden Keith Thompson, was arrested.
Thompson was charged with domestic assault and battery, strangulation and preventing the summoning of law enforcement. | https://www.wric.com/news/man-arrested-charged-with-strangulation-in-gainesville/ | 2022-07-16T00:24:58Z | https://www.wric.com/news/man-arrested-charged-with-strangulation-in-gainesville/ | false |
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An Oklahoma kidnapping case is back in the spotlight thanks to Netflix’s new documentary “Girl in the Picture.” The film lays out all of the case’s bizarre twists and turns that gripped Oklahomans for years.
Here’s the backstory on the death of Tonya Dawn Hughes and its aftermath.
***Warning: There are major spoilers below***
In 1990, Oklahoma City police began searching for the driver of a car that hit and killed 22-year-old Hughes. She was found on the side of a highway service road by a bystander. Although she was rushed to a nearby hospital, she later died from her injuries.
Following her death, secrets and lies are revealed that put everything investigators thought they knew into question.
Investigators take viewers down the rabbit hole as they search for the true identity of Tonya Hughes and later, the kidnapping of her 6-year-old son, Michael.
The kidnapping made headlines after a man walked into an elementary school in Choctaw, which is about 20 miles from Oklahoma City, with a gun, and kidnapped the boy and the school’s principal.
The principal was ultimately found tied to a tree, but Michael was nowhere to be found. Authorities determined that the suspect in the case was Tonya’s husband, Clarence Hughes.
As information and tips poured in to the FBI, they soon realized that Clarence Hughes wasn’t who they thought he was. As it turns out, Clarence Hughes was an alias for Franklin Delano Floyd, a felon. They also learned that he wasn’t Tonya’s husband — he was her father.
Investigators continued to search for Clarences Hughes, but something wasn’t adding up. Based on Tonya’s age and Floyd’s criminal history, they realized there was no way he could be her biological father since he was in prison at the time of her birth.
The revelation sent them on a journey to determine Tonya’s real identity that would last more than a decade.
FBI investigators ultimately learned Floyd kidnapped Tonya when she was just a child. Her real name was Suzanne Marie Sevakis.
Floyd was arrested and convicted of kidnapping and first-degree murder of one of Sevakis’ friends. He was sentenced to death.
Although he was suspected in Sevakis’ death, he was never charged. He was convicted of Michael’s kidnapping, and later admitted to shooting and killing the boy. His body has never been found.
Floyd is currently sitting on Florida’s death row. His execution date has not been set. | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/who-is-tonya-dawn-hughes-the-story-behind-netflixs-new-true-crime-doc/ | 2022-07-16T00:25:44Z | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/who-is-tonya-dawn-hughes-the-story-behind-netflixs-new-true-crime-doc/ | false |
The COVID-19 pandemic reversed years of progress made combating resistance to things that kill or slow the spread of viruses and bacteria, leading to the deaths of tens of thousands of people, according to a new CDC report.
More than 29,400 people died in 2020 from these “antimicrobial-resistant” infections, with nearly 40% acquired during hospital stays, according to CDC’s “COVID-19: U.S. Impact on Antimicrobial Resistance, Special Report 2022.”
The report concludes that the threat of antimicrobial-resistant infections is not only still present but has gotten worse — with resistant hospital-onset infections and deaths both increasing at least 15% during the first year of the pandemic.
“This setback can and must be temporary,” said Michael Craig, director of CDC’s Antibiotic Resistance Coordination & Strategy Unit. “The COVID-19 pandemic has unmistakably shown us that antimicrobial resistance will not stop if we let down our guard; there is no time to waste. The best way to avert a pandemic caused by an antimicrobial-resistant pathogen (an organism that causes disease) is to identify gaps and invest in prevention to keep our nation safe.”
In the report, CDC analyzed the state of antimicrobial resistance in the United States immediately following the 2020 peaks of the COVID-19 pandemic. The data show an alarming increase in resistant infections starting during hospitalization, growing an overall 15% from 2019 to 2020 among seven pathogens.
In U.S. hospitals, CDC data show significant surges in antibiotic use and difficulty in following infection prevention and control guidance, which are key to preventing antimicrobial-resistant infections and their spread, the CDC said.
In a 2019 report, the last year comprehensive healthcare and community data were available to calculate, CDC estimated that more than 2.8 million antimicrobial-resistant infections occur in the U.S. each year, with more than 35,000 people dying as a result.
Historic progress made in antibiotic prescribing was reversed as well during the pandemic. Antibiotics were often the first option given to treat people with pneumonia-like symptoms of fever and shortness of breath even though this often represented the viral illness of COVID-19, for which antibiotics are not effective. From March 2020 to October 2020, almost 80% of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 received an antibiotic. | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/07/15/covid-pandemic-reversed-years-of-progress-fighting-viruses-and-bacteria-leading-to-tens-of-thousands-of-deaths/ | 2022-07-16T00:28:25Z | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/07/15/covid-pandemic-reversed-years-of-progress-fighting-viruses-and-bacteria-leading-to-tens-of-thousands-of-deaths/ | true |
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SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a suspect has been arrested in a series of deadly robberies at Southern California 7-Eleven convenience stores. convenience stores.
Orange County district attorney’s spokesperson Kimberly Edds says Friday there has been an arrest and there will be a late afternoon press conference.
Edds gave no other details. Police have been seeking a masked gunman suspected of robbing six Southern California stores, killing two people and wounding three others.
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OAKLAND, Calif. (WTVO) — A new lawsuit filed by a consumer in California claims Skittles are unsafe to eat because they contain a chemical the company had pledged to remove.
According to the class action lawsuit filed in federal court Thursday, Jenile Thames has accused Mars, Inc. of endangering Skittles consumers by including “heightened levels” of titanium dioxide, or TiO2, in the rainbow-colored candy, according to Reuters.
The European Union is phasing out the use of titanium dioxide with a full ban going into place on August 7, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The restriction went into effect after food safety regulators determined it had the ability to alter DNA, the lawsuit says.
“A reasonable consumer would expect that [Skittles] can be safely purchased and consumed as marketed and sold,” the complaint said. “However, the products are not safe.”
TiO2 has not been banned in the United States, but federal guidelines restrict the quantity to 1% by weight of the food.
The California lawsuit alleges the sale of the candy violates the state’s consumer protection laws. It also claims the chemical is used in paint, adhesives, plastics and other materials and can cause damage to DNA, the brain, and other organs.
Mars Inc. said it used the chemical as a colorant in 2016 and said it would be removing artificial colors over the next five years.
The lawsuit claims that other brightly colored candies aren’t made with titanium dioxide, according to Bloomberg.
Mars had not replied to requests for comment from Nexstar and Reuters as of publishing time. | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/lawsuit-claims-skittles-contain-toxin-and-are-unsafe-to-eat/ | 2022-07-16T00:38:01Z | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/lawsuit-claims-skittles-contain-toxin-and-are-unsafe-to-eat/ | true |
Man driving by burning home leaps into action, saves 5 sleeping children
LAFAYETTE, Ind. - An Indiana man was seriously injured after leaping into action to save five sleeping people — mostly children — from a burning home.
Police in Lafayette, Indiana, said 25-year-old Nicholas Bostic was driving around 12:30 a.m. on July 11 when he saw the home up in flames. He threw his car into reverse and pulled into the driveway. He told police he wasn’t able to call 911 and he "didn’t want to waste time trying to find someone who could."
Bostic tried knocking on the door, but no one answered his calls. He was able to get in through the back door and began yelling for people inside.
When he ran upstairs, he found four people — the youngest a 1-year-old and the oldest an 18-year-old — asleep. Once he got them out safely, they told him a 6-year-old girl was still inside.
Without hesitation, Bostic ran back into the house and up the stairs where the other children were, but the child wasn’t there. He would have to make it downstairs to reach her.
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"He described looking down the stairwell into a ‘black lagoon’ of smoke and thought it impossible to go that way," police said. "He knew he was there to get that child out, and even though the fire and smoke downstairs frightened him, he would not quit.
"Nicholas wrapped his shirt around his mouth and nose and plunged into the blackness ... [he]crawled on the ground, feeling in front of him with his hands, and used the child’s cries to help him locate her in the darkness."
After he found the child, he rushed back up the stairs and punched through a glass window, but the child’s leg got caught in a cord attached to the blinds. He had to untangle the cord before he leaped from the second-floor window and made sure to land on the side where he wasn’t holding the child. He was able to pick himself up off the ground and carry her to safety.
Nicholas Bostic (photo credit: Lafayette, Indiana Police Department)
Miraculously, the child was mostly uninjured.
Bostic suffered from severe smoke inhalation and a serious cut on his arm. He later had to be flown to Indianapolis for treatment.
RELATED: From burn survivor to ‘superdog’: Taka’s journey inspires patients near and far
Video from the scene shows Bostic on the ground injured, while asking repeatedly if the child was OK.
"His selflessness during this incident is inspiring, and he has impressed many with his courage, tenacity, and steadfast calmness in the face of such perilous danger," police said.
The city will recognize Bostic at the Lafayette Aviators’ baseball team’s National Night Out event on Aug. 2. Proceeds from the game’s ticket sales will go toward Bostic’s gofundme page to help in his recovery. | https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nicholas-bostic-lafayette-indiana-children-saved-house-fire | 2022-07-16T00:40:45Z | https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nicholas-bostic-lafayette-indiana-children-saved-house-fire | false |
One of the best baseball prospects to come through Denton in years doesn’t have big plans for Sunday night, when his future will be determined.
Jayson Jones will kick back at home with friends and family and see what transpires in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft beginning at 6 p.m.
The Braswell shortstop can’t go wrong. Draft evaluators have Jones ranked among the top 200 prospects. He could be selected in the first two rounds that take place Sunday night or on Monday when the draft picks back up.
If he isn’t satisfied with where he’s taken, Jones will head to Arkansas, one of the top college baseball programs in the country.
“I’m excited for whatever happens next, whether it’s at Arkansas or in the minor leagues,” Jones said this week. “It depends on what happens in the draft. I love Arkansas and its program. It’s an amazing opportunity. I also have dreams and goals in mind and that is to make it to the majors. I’m in a great space right now.”
Jones is one of two Denton-area players who are considered elite draft prospects this year. Texas A&M pitcher Micah Dallas, an Aubrey native who was home-schooled, could also be selected in the first few rounds.
Dallas went 7-3 for the Aggies this season and was the winning pitcher in their victory over rival Texas in the College World Series. He is rated No. 340 among draft-eligible players by Baseball America.
Dallas has been on the radar of MLB teams for years. He pitched at Texas Tech for three seasons before transferring.
Jones emerged as a prospect over the last few years while playing with the Arkansas Sticks and Dallas Tigers, two elite summer teams. He won the home run derby at the Baseball Factory All-America Game in September and is considered one of the best power hitters in the draft.
He backed up his performance over the summer by hitting .397 this season for Braswell.
“A physical right-handed hitter, Jones can crush balls thanks to his combination of bat speed, strength and a grip-it-and-rip-it mentality,” is how MLB.com’s scouting report described him.
Those skills could help Jones carry on an impressive family athletic legacy.
Jones’ father, Tim, played at Texas-Pan American before being drafted by the Detroit Tigers. He later played in the New York Yankees’ minor league system.
Jones’ mother, Kim, played basketball at Pan American. Jones’ brother, Jordan, pitches for Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
“There’s a culture around the house,” Jones said. “We push each other, are highly competitive and are also there to help each other out.
“My brother knows how hard Division I baseball is. My dad was drafted and knows what the minors are like, and my mom also knows the Division I side of sports. It’s an amazing dynamic.”
Jones credits his growth as a player largely to his father.
“My dad has been huge,” Jones said. “He’s my hitting coach and go-to for anything. If I’m feeling uncomfortable with my swing or I want to field ground balls, he’s there for me. He’s been pushing me since I was 11 in the sport.”
All that work has put Jones in line to join the list of standout Denton-area players who have been selected in the draft, including former Ryan standouts Austin Jackson and Javy Guerra.
Jackson was an eighth-round pick in the 2005 draft, finished second in the American League Rookie of the Year voting in 2010 and was considered an elite defensive outfielder during his nine-year career. He hit .273 while posting 1,145 career hits.
Guerra has enjoyed a long career as a relief pitcher and has 33 saves and 11 wins in the majors. He made his MLB debut in 2011 and last pitched in the majors for the Washington Nationals in 2021.
“I take a lot of pride in being recognized as one of the top players to come through the Denton area,” Jones said. “It’s an honor and a blessing.
“I remember watching Austin when I was a little kid.”
Jackson never played in college. Jones is looking forward to that opportunity, depending on what happens in the draft.
“I have admired that program since I watched the College World Series at 13,” Jones said of Arkansas. “The facilities are off the chain, and they have the best fans in the country. Their program is at the top of the SEC every year.
“I look forward to being a part of it or supporting it. I will always be a Razorback.”
Jones will find out sometime this week where he’s headed. He’s looking forward to that moment.
“I’m taking it one step at a time and am enjoying time with family at home,” Jones said. “I’m excited for whatever happens next.” | https://dentonrc.com/sports/colleges/mean_green/braswells-jayson-jones-expects-to-learn-baseball-destination-after-mlb-draft/article_d9ce65be-662a-5427-8c0f-fe9d9246652b.html | 2022-07-16T00:45:18Z | https://dentonrc.com/sports/colleges/mean_green/braswells-jayson-jones-expects-to-learn-baseball-destination-after-mlb-draft/article_d9ce65be-662a-5427-8c0f-fe9d9246652b.html | true |
Reminders About Ballots, Voting, and Registration in Wyoming
There are seven steps voters should follow to make sure their vote is counted, according to the Voting Technology Project, which was established by Caltech and MIT to prevent a recurrence of the problems that threatened the 2000 U.S. Presidential Election.
To help make sure all votes get counted as intended:
1.Call your local election office to make sure you are on your precinct's list of registered voters. If you have moved, changed your name, or have submitted a new voter registration form since the last time you voted you may need to re-register.
It’s important to know whether or not you are registered when it comes to signing initiatives as well. For example, an initiative to decriminalize marijunana in the state of Wyoming requires a certain amount of signatures before January 2023 to see the Wyoming Patients Cannabis Act of 2022 and the Wyoming Cannabis Amendments on the 2024 ballot, but keep in mind, you must be a registered voter for your signature to count.
2. Get a sample ballot and read it carefully. Make sure your name and address are up-to-date and spelled correctly.
If you do not receive a sample ballot in the mail you can contact organizations like the League of Women Voters or Project Vote Smart to get information about what will be on the ballot in your area.
3. Bring your sample ballot with you to the voting booth. Your sample ballot has your registration information on it along with details about where and when you can vote, how your voting system works in your area and the choices you will have to make.
4. Try to beat the long lines by going to the polling place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on election day. The polling place is usually busiest when it first opens up, during lunch hour, and in the evening after people are finished working.
5. If you have to vote during a busy time, factor that in when you go to vote as the lines could be long.
6. Be informed about your rights and ask for assistance if you need it. Every polling place should have a complete "Voter's Bill of Rights" posted explaining your rights. You can ask a poll worker to demonstrate how the voting system works if you need to.
Even if your name does not appear on the list of registered voters, you have a right to vote if you are registered in your precinct. Ask poll workers what to do if your name does not appear on the list of registered voters to make sure you vote in the precinct you are registered in.
7. Double-check your ballot to make sure you voted the way you intended to. If you notice an error, like unintentionally voting for more candidates than you are allowed, ask a poll worker for a new ballot.
A study conducted in the wake of the 2000 presidential election found that between 4 and 6 million votes were lost due to a variety of problems:
- 3 million votes may have been lost due to voter registration mix ups
- 2 million votes may have been lost due to faulty voting equipment and
confusing ballots
- 1 million votes may have been lost as the result of polling place problems | https://k2radio.com/reminders-about-voting-and-registration-in-casper/ | 2022-07-16T00:51:37Z | https://k2radio.com/reminders-about-voting-and-registration-in-casper/ | true |
A large, modern home perched above the rolling California hills in Placerville, currently listed for around $1 million, went viral this week due to one bizarre feature.First posted on the popular Twitter account @zillowgonewild on Tuesday, the 4,400-square-foot, three-bedroom house first looks like many other modern 1970s hillside homes. The spacious kitchen and living area in the home are clean and bright. Or, as the Twitter account described, it exhibits "a beautiful blandness."But as the virtual tour creeps through the airy space, more and more (and more) storage space comes into view — shelves upon shelves, stacked closets, locked drawers, until the grand finale — a giant 2,000-square-foot stark white warehouse lined with endless shelving, simply named "The Room."Many social media users saw the potential to store Funko Pops, while others likened it to their Minecraft builds. But to some it was far more sinister, evoking psychological thriller "The Handmaiden" or the trophy room in "Dexter: New Blood." One user drew attention to the metal door leading to "The Room" that appears to lock from the outside. Elsewhere, a TikTok video that walked through the virtual tour of the home, describing it as "one of the strangest interiors I have ever seen," garnered nearly half a million likes. That video was simply named: "What were they collecting?" We spoke to the property's listing agent, Kelli Griggs of Navigate Realty, to find out. "It was an elderly woman who loved stuff," Griggs told SFGATE. "There were over 25,000 books, 2,000 DVDs, 2,000 VHS. Everything was new in its box."It took nine months to remove "all the stuff" from the home after the owner passed away. "She was a collector of all things," Griggs said. "Shopping apparently gave her great pleasure. It was very tidy and organized and neat."Related video below: Inside Betty White's $7.9 million home in Carmel, CaliforniaOnce the owner filled the rows upon rows of shelving with unopened purchases, she built the 2,000-square-foot addition — the giant warehouse known as "The Room" connected to the home."It wasn't full. It was in anticipation of filling the space, it brought her great joy," Griggs said. "It was the craziest thing."Despite the $1 million price tag seeming reasonable for a hilltop home on an 18-acre lot to some in the Bay Area, Griggs says that price is high for the town of Placerville, where the median house cost is around $550,000 and the median household income $51,000."It's really for an out-of-towner," she said. "It's definitely for a specific person."Griggs envisions a car collector who could open up that wall and display their classic cars in an air-conditioned space. "Just the most glamorous garage," she said, "or maybe a daycare or one of those giant McDonald's play centers."The former owner's children are selling the home.Their mom's eccentric collecting may not have all been for nothing, though. The thousands of books, items and collectibles that once lined the shelves were donated to fill homes ravaged by the Caldor Fire that blazed through El Dorado County last fall, Griggs says. Beyond the books and DVDs, the shelves were full of brand new blankets, appliances and other household items bought, but unopened, by the former owner. "The children were able to take all of the things and completely furnish multiple families' homes," Griggs says."The stuff didn't go away in vain," she adds. "It was maybe stored for such a time as this."Find the listing, complete with a virtual tour of the property, here.
A large, modern home perched above the rolling California hills in Placerville, currently listed for around $1 million, went viral this week due to one bizarre feature.
First posted on the popular Twitter account @zillowgonewild on Tuesday, the 4,400-square-foot, three-bedroom house first looks like many other modern 1970s hillside homes. The spacious kitchen and living area in the home are clean and bright. Or, as the Twitter account described, it exhibits "a beautiful blandness."
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But as the virtual tour creeps through the airy space, more and more (and more) storage space comes into view — shelves upon shelves, stacked closets, locked drawers, until the grand finale — a giant 2,000-square-foot stark white warehouse lined with endless shelving, simply named "The Room."
Many social media users saw the potential to store Funko Pops, while others likened it to their Minecraft builds.
This content is imported from Twitter.
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
But to some it was far more sinister, evoking psychological thriller "The Handmaiden" or the trophy room in "Dexter: New Blood." One user drew attention to the metal door leading to "The Room" that appears to lock from the outside.
Elsewhere, a TikTok video that walked through the virtual tour of the home, describing it as "one of the strangest interiors I have ever seen," garnered nearly half a million likes. That video was simply named: "What were they collecting?"
We spoke to the property's listing agent, Kelli Griggs of Navigate Realty, to find out.
"It was an elderly woman who loved stuff," Griggs told SFGATE. "There were over 25,000 books, 2,000 DVDs, 2,000 VHS. Everything was new in its box."
It took nine months to remove "all the stuff" from the home after the owner passed away. "She was a collector of all things," Griggs said. "Shopping apparently gave her great pleasure. It was very tidy and organized and neat."
Related video below: Inside Betty White's $7.9 million home in Carmel, California
Once the owner filled the rows upon rows of shelving with unopened purchases, she built the 2,000-square-foot addition — the giant warehouse known as "The Room" connected to the home.
"It wasn't full. It was in anticipation of filling the space, it brought her great joy," Griggs said. "It was the craziest thing."
Despite the $1 million price tag seeming reasonable for a hilltop home on an 18-acre lot to some in the Bay Area, Griggs says that price is high for the town of Placerville, where the median house cost is around $550,000 and the median household income $51,000.
"It's really for an out-of-towner," she said. "It's definitely for a specific person."
Griggs envisions a car collector who could open up that wall and display their classic cars in an air-conditioned space. "Just the most glamorous garage," she said, "or maybe a daycare or one of those giant McDonald's play centers."
The former owner's children are selling the home.
Their mom's eccentric collecting may not have all been for nothing, though. The thousands of books, items and collectibles that once lined the shelves were donated to fill homes ravaged by the Caldor Fire that blazed through El Dorado County last fall, Griggs says.
Beyond the books and DVDs, the shelves were full of brand new blankets, appliances and other household items bought, but unopened, by the former owner. "The children were able to take all of the things and completely furnish multiple families' homes," Griggs says.
"The stuff didn't go away in vain," she adds. "It was maybe stored for such a time as this."
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'Guardian angel': Solar panel installer finds missing girl with autism in marsh
A solar panel installer is being called a hero after finding a little girl who had been reported missing, Massachusetts police said.
Police said Jake Manna was working in the Buttermilk Bay neighborhood in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on Wednesday when he learned people in the neighborhood were searching for a 5-year-old girl with autism. He stopped work and joined the search.
Manna walked down a rural trail that ended at a stream, where he saw a diaper and T-shirt in the water. He ran down the stream and found the girl in waist-deep water, police said. The girl was walking into deeper water.
Manna was able to make his way to her, put her over his shoulder and carry her out, police said.
“If he didn't pick that path and see the missing clothing, we hate to think about what the outcome would have been,” police posted.
Manna is not from Plymouth and doesn't know the area.
"That girl had a guardian angel yesterday, and his name was Jake," said Officer Vinnie Roth, who was responding to the original call.
Plymouth police presented Manna with a certificate and Command Coin by Chief Dana Flynn and Capt. James LeBretton.
“He is the nicest, most unassuming young man that one could meet,” police said. | https://www.4029tv.com/article/man-finds-girl-with-autism-in-marsh/40628414 | 2022-07-16T00:52:05Z | https://www.4029tv.com/article/man-finds-girl-with-autism-in-marsh/40628414 | false |
The Southwestern Athletic Conference will have its biggest influence on who participates in the NCAA men's basketball tournament beginning with the 2023-24 season.
SWAC commissioner Charles McClelland will become the first HBCU league or school representative to assume the role of chairman of the Division I men’s basketball committee. The announcement came Thursday.
McClelland, who has been on the committee since 2019, will step up to vice chair behind Bradley athletic director Chris Reynolds for the 2022-23 season before transitioning into his chairman duties the next season.
“It is a tremendous honor to be selected by my colleagues, and I am very excited to continue the important work of the men’s basketball committee,” said McClelland, who has led the SWAC since 2018. “In my opinion, the NCAA tournament is the greatest sporting event in the world, and we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the future success of this great enterprise.”
McClelland’s background includes 10 years as vice president of intercollegiate athletics at Texas Southern University, and seven as athletic director at Prairie View, his alma mater. McClelland also holds a doctoral degree in higher education from Texas A&M.
McClelland and Reynolds will be joined on the 2022-23 committee by Alabama AD Greg Byrne; Butler AD Barry Collier; Minnesota AD Mark Coyle; North Carolina AD Bubba Cunningham; Sun Belt Conference commissioner Keith Gill; Atlantic 10 commissioner Bernadette McGlade; Samford AD Martin Newton; Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard; and Big Sky Conference commissioner Tom Wistrcill.
Also on the committee will be Arizona AD David Heeke, recently appointed by the Pac-12 to replace UCLA AD Martin Jarmond.
Four Jaguars picked
Four Southern football players were among 25 HBCU athletes included in the 1,000 announced football players eligible for the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl game.
Cornerbacks Demerti Morsell and Terrence Dunlap, defensive end Jordan Lewis and defensive lineman Jason Dunlap made the list along with 12 other players from SWAC schools. The rosters will be picked from that watch list.
Black, Peterson selected for media day
Southern junior center Dallas Black and senior defensive tackle Camron Peterson will represent Southern at SWAC media day Thursday. Black is a two-year starter and was a first-team All-SWAC selection last season. Peterson started eight games and recorded 31 tackles with 4.5 for loss in 2021.
NBC, Bayou Classic extend deal
The Bayou Classic and NBC extended their media rights agreement for three seasons beginning with the upcoming game, which returns to the main network for the first time since 2014. It has been appearing on NBC Sports Network, which has been shut down.
NBC and the Bayou Classic have partnered since 1991. The kickoff is likely to be moved from 4 p.m. to 1 p.m. beginning this year. | https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/article_ebd0c16a-03ca-11ed-ba60-27a6a7042170.html | 2022-07-16T00:57:43Z | https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/article_ebd0c16a-03ca-11ed-ba60-27a6a7042170.html | false |
Bond money could be better used than building police substations
Before one dollar is spent on brick-and-mortar police substations, the city should consider raising the starting pay of Shreveport police officers to a minimum of $50,000 dollars a year, with yearly raises that give officers the opportunity to make up to $100,000 dollars a year, including benefits. This would attract a different group of potential officers that will be better educated and more qualified.
They would likely be a more mature and dynamic group of individuals, who could incorporate more innovative and relevant processes into crime fighting in Shreveport. This could prove to be a more effective way of engaging the citizenry in a positive and more organic way. Bond money could be better used than building police substations.
Make no mistake about it, being a police officer is a thankless job that many of us would not even consider. Many of the men and women who wear the uniform know that they sign up for a dangerous job that puts their lives on the line. They obviously know that they are signing up for the long hours and dangerous situations that come with being an officer. Dealing with the public at large always has its particular challenges.
No officer should have to work another job moonlighting just to make ends meet. This is counterproductive in so many ways because working two, and sometimes three jobs wear on the physical, psychological, and overall well-being and health of these individuals. The high incidences of suicide, drug addiction, depression, and alcoholism are well documented.
Recently, the citizens of Shreveport voted to pass the public safety part of the bond proposals, which was the only part of those proposals that passed. In that package was a component to build neighborhood police substations and to fund the so-called real-time crime center.
From the beginning, there have been many citizens, including this writer, who believe that building substations is a waste of time, money and human resources that could be better utilized to hire new officers in the fight against crime in the city. Brick and mortar substations that are not going to stop one murder, one assault, one robbery, or one rape are just another way to throw good money at bad policy.
It is a policy that may have been more relevant several years ago, but not today. The need to act, and to act quickly, is paramount and critical to stopping the criminal activity happening in Shreveport right now in real time. Building substations is an idea whose time has come and gone. Building meaningful relationships with the citizens of these neighborhoods by getting out of their cruisers is more effective than a substation. Those cruisers can be considered mobile substations.
Citizens are likely not going to enter or feel comfortable entering a substation for fear of reprisals from the criminal element that resides in these communities. People are already reluctant to engage with law-enforcement, and that will continue to be a problem.
Understandably, Shreveport citizens are alarmed by the seemingly non ending criminal activity in neighborhoods across the city, specifically the neighborhoods Queensboro, Motown, Cooper Road, and Cedar Grove. To be clear, criminal activity takes place all over the city, but not to the extent of the previously named communities.
Citizens want something done in these communities, but they want it done now, and not a few months or a year later, which would likely be the time period to build substations. The building of substations takes time, and there is an urgent need to act sooner, rather than later. It is time for the policy makers at city hall and in the police department to look at other ways to impact crime in at risk neighborhoods, instead of building substations.
The best substation is a police cruiser parked on a street in the neighborhood. That cruiser is a mobile substation that can be dispatched to high crime areas, and be visible in multiple locations. The officers in those cruisers can do the exact same thing that they would be doing in a brick-and-mortar substation, but without all of the resources needed to pay for operation of these substations.
Fighting crime in Shreveport is job one, and the most effective way to do that is by using a holistic approach that brings all resources and stakeholders to the table. The introduction of cameras, more police cruisers parked on the streets in the neighborhoods, more officers walking the beat, and being more visible are some of the things that can be done to interdict crime activity.
As was said earlier, building substations is not going to stop one murder, one rape, one assault, or one robbery. Boots on the ground and more engagement with citizenry could be a more effective way to make a difference in these neighborhoods. Bond money could be better used than building police substations. And that’s my take. smithpren@aol.com | https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/opinion/2022/07/15/bond-money-could-better-used-than-building-police-substations/10069430002/ | 2022-07-16T00:58:36Z | https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/opinion/2022/07/15/bond-money-could-better-used-than-building-police-substations/10069430002/ | true |
Jak Knight, best known for voicing the character of DeVon in the Netflix animated series “Big Mouth,” on which he also served as a writer, has died in Los Angeles, his family announced. He was 28.
Knight died Thursday night. No additional details are being released by the family at this time. His family asked for privacy as they grieve.
For five seasons, Knight served as a writer for Netflix’s uber-popular raunchy animated series “Big Mouth,” where he also voiced DeVon, a middle schooler who is always in an on-again, off-again relationship with his girlfriend-turned-wife-turned-ex named Devin.
The L.A.-based writer-actor was also a prolific stand-up comic and producer, having most recently co-created and starred in Peacock’s original series “Bust Down,” alongside Chris Redd, Sam Jay and Langston Kerman. Knight played one of four casino employees stuck in middle America and trying to find meaning outside of their dead-end jobs via foolish ideas.
Additionally, he recently wrapped filming on Chelsea Peretti’s feature directorial debut “First Time Female Director,” which also stars Peretti, Amy Poehler, Megan Mullally, Megan Stalter, Max Greenfield, Kate Berlant and Benito Skinner.
Knight also served as a co-executive producer on HBO’s “Pause with Sam Jay,” a talk-show hosted by the eponymous “Saturday Night Live” Emmy nominee that delved into topics of race, politics, sexuality, celebrity and more. He also held toured standup globally, and his half-hour Netflix special aired in 2018 as part of “The Comedy Lineup” series, featuring the likes of Michelle Buteau, Taylor Tomlinson and Janelle James. | https://www.thewrap.com/jak-knight-devon-big-mouth-dies-obituary/ | 2022-07-16T01:05:26Z | https://www.thewrap.com/jak-knight-devon-big-mouth-dies-obituary/ | true |
The hunt for a man suspected of killing four people lasted less than 24 hours, with police arresting Lee Hung-yuan (李鴻淵) in Taichung yesterday.
Police named Lee a suspect in the killings on Thursday at Kang Jian Biotech Co in Nantou County’s Caotun Township (草屯).
Lee was a former employee at the company, police said.
Photo: Tung Chen-kuo, Taipei Times
Five people were shot in the head, prompting an intense manhunt that ended when officers raided a spa and massage parlor in Taichung early yesterday afternoon, police said.
Kang Jian Biotech was founded by its chairman, Lai Min-nan (賴敏男), in 1991.
It develops mushroom and fungus ingredients for traditional Chinese medicines.
Lee allegedly shot five people execution-style with a modified T75 handgun that fired 9mm rounds, investigators said.
Lai, 81, was the only one of the five people shot who survived, although he was in a critical condition with a bullet lodged in his skull, investigators said.
He was undergoing emergency treatment at a Taichung hospital as of press time last night.
The four people killed were Lai’s younger brother, Lai’s daughter, a company section head surnamed Liu (劉) and a female section head surnamed Chang (張), investigators said.
Coroners examined their bodies on Thursday night.
Lee was seen in an enclosure on the fifth floor of the spa and massage parlor, with officers finding three modified handguns and ammunition in a rucksack, police said.
Lee yelled as he was led outside, with reporters saying that he seemed to admit responsibility for the killings.
He yelled that it was a “revenge killing” due to old grievances, reporters said.
Police took Lee to the Nantou County Police Bureau for questioning.
They confiscated three modified handguns, 179 bullets, a detachable suppressor and three pairs of handcuffs, police said, adding that cuffs were used to immobilize the first two people who were shot.
Nantou prosecutors said that Lee faces charges of murder and possession of illegal firearms.
Police also detained a manager at the spa, with prosecutors saying the manager might be charged as an accomplice for allegedly providing Lee with a place to wash himself and hide.
Huang Ming-chao (黃明昭), commissioner of the National Police Agency’s (NPA) Criminal Investigation Bureau, was dispatched to Nantou immediately after the report of the killings was received to coordinate the hunt, the NPA said.
“It was good work by the police units involved to detain the suspect in under 21 hours,” Huang said. “They completed this tough assignment without firing a shot.”
Huang thanked Nantou County and Taichung police officers, a special services team and the bureau for their efforts in the hunt.
The investigation will now determine whether any accomplices were involved, the origin of the firearms and bullets, and the motive — if there were grievances or if conspirators instructed the suspect, Huang said.
Company employees told reporters that Lee used to work at Kang Jian Biotech.
He has a bad temper and is easily riled, they said.
He had a squabble with a supervisor over the improper handling of machinery eight years ago, they added.
Lee quit his job soon after and a few weeks later, the supervisor was assaulted by a man wielding a metal bar, they said, adding that they believed it was Lee seeking revenge.
The supervisor sustained serious injuries to her head and other parts of her body, they said.
Lee was charged with attempted murder for the assault, but was found not guilty by the Nantou District Court after presenting evidence that he had been elsewhere at the time of the incident.
An officer at Huaping (華平) police station of the Tainan Police Department’s 4th Precinct has been given two minor demerits for accessing the personal information of 25 baseball cheerleaders. The officer surnamed Liu (劉) accessed the household registration system with a computer at the station three times between April and last month to check photographs of the cheerleaders on their national identification cards, the precinct said on Sunday following an investigation. Liu was suspended from accessing the system for three months and the chief of the police station, surnamed Shih (施), was given a warning for insufficient oversight, it said. The case came
PARALLELS WITH CHINA: Relocating from eastern Europe to Tunghai University, the students said they bond with Taiwan through its familiar geopolitical circumstances When Ukrainian student Anna Fursyk first moved into her Taiwanese university dormitory, the roar of passing military jets made her flinch, reminding her of the war she had fled. She is among eight young Ukrainians who arrived in Taichung to study on full scholarships at Tunghai University, drawn by Taiwan’s democracy and a kinship born of living under a threat of invasion from a much bigger, increasingly aggressive neighbor. The planes that spooked Fursyk were from a nearby air base that is scrambling jets more frequently to counter the growing number of incursions by Chinese warplanes into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone. “I
RISKY CONDITIONS: Outdated rules put those on two-wheeled vehicles and pedestrians at risk, becoming unwelcome features in travel advice People on motorcycles and scooters took to major thoroughfares in Taipei for a rally yesterday afternoon, headed by advocates demanding the right to ride on major provincial highways and an end to other thoroughfares being designed predominantly for cars. The rally, organized by the Formosa Motorcycle Rights Association, was attended by New Power Party (NPP) legislators Chen Jiau-hua (陳椒華), Chiu Hsien-chih (邱顯智), and Claire Wang (王婉諭), along with representatives from the Green Party Taiwan and the Taiwan Renewal Party. About 5,000 riders and their two-wheeled vehicles assembled by Taipei Expo Park and proceeded to Ketagalan Boulevard, parking their motorcycles, scooters and bicycles
Beijing plans to push its “united front” tactics during the Straits Forum set to take place today in Xiamen, China, an official familiar with cross-strait affairs said on Sunday. The forum is the most important “united front” event leading up to the 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), scheduled for later this year. Taiwanese students and business leaders residing in China, along with pro-China parties and pro-unification groups, have been invited to join the forum, the official said on condition of anonymity. Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Chairman Wang Yang (汪洋) is scheduled to address Taiwanese delegates tomorrow, which could | https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2022/07/16/2003781850 | 2022-07-16T01:05:44Z | https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2022/07/16/2003781850 | false |
Indicted Colorado clerk will remain free after Vegas trip
DENVER (AP) — An indicted Colorado clerk who has become a hero to election conspiracy theorists will remain free on bond but will have to get court permission before traveling out of state, a judge ruled Friday.
Judge Matthew Barrett canceled an arrest warrant for Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters he issued after she traveled by private plane to Las Vegas on Monday to speak at a sheriffs’ conference just hours after he ruled she could not leave Colorado. The flight on a private plane was also a day before Peters had previously told her lawyers she planned to leave.
Peters’ lead lawyer, Harvey Steinberg, said he did not learn of the order barring travel until after Peters left because his personal assistant, whom he relies on to open digital court filings, was out of town.
Barrett said it was “unfathomable” that no one told Peters about the order even though she has three lawyers. He noted that records show one of them opened the order shortly after it was issued.
Steinberg said he is the only lawyer on the team responsible for talking to Peters, who has appeared regularly with prominent allies of former President Donald Trump who claim without evidence that the 2020 election was stolen from him.
Peters lost a bid to become the Republican candidate for Colorado secretary of state in last month’s primary election. During her campaign, she was allowed to travel outside Colorado after filing a notice with the court. Now that the campaign is over, Barrett said she must file a motion to travel out of Colorado and wait for it to be approved before she can leave, noting that she was a flight risk because she had access to resources including private jets.
“You leave one minute before you tell me you are going to leave, that’s a violation of your bond,” he said.
Prosecutors learned Peters was in Las Vegas after seeing a letter she sent requesting a recount in her race that was notarized in Las Vegas on Tuesday and asked for her bond to be revoked. Barrett granted their request but noted Friday they could have contacted Peters’ lawyers after finding out she was at the sheriffs’ conference, where she spoke publicly during a livestreamed appearance, to help resolve the situation.
“It’s not like she got on a plane and disappeared,” he said.
According to court documents, Peters is accused of working with two employees in her office to allow an unauthorized person to make a copy of the county’s election equipment hard drive during an update last year.
Peters is charged with three counts of attempting to influence a public servant, criminal impersonation, two counts of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, one count of identity theft, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty and failing to comply with the secretary of state.
She has denied wrongdoing and called the charges politically motivated.
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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s opposition leader, who is seeking the presidency next week, vowed Friday to “listen to the people” who are struggling through the island nation’s worst economic crisis and to hold accountable the president who fled under pressure from protesters.
In an interview with The Associated Press from his office in the capital, Sajith Premadasa said that if he wins the election in parliament, he would ensure that “an elective dictatorship never, ever occurs” in Sri Lanka.
“That’s what we should do. That is our function — catching those who looted Sri Lanka. That should be done through proper constitutional, legal, democratic procedures,” Premadasa said.
The former president, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, slipped away aboard a military plane Wednesday before arriving in Singapore the following day. His resignation was officially announced Friday.
His departure followed months of protests that turned a dramatic corner when demonstrators seized government buildings before retreating days later. Protesters accuse Rajapaksa and his powerful political family of siphoning money from government coffers and of hastening the country’s collapse by mismanaging the economy.
The family has denied the corruption allegations, but Rajapaksa acknowledged that some of his policies contributed to Sri Lanka’s meltdown.
For now, the presidential role has been filled by Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was sworn in as the acting leader. Protesters have pressed for Wickremesinghe to leave as well, and for a unity government to address the economic calamity that has triggered widespread shortages of food, fuel and other necessities.
“We have to strengthen Sri Lanka’s position in the anti-corruption index. We have to strengthen Sri Lanka’s position in the good governance index. We have to make sure that we establish structures which promote transparent, accountable and responsible government,” Premadasa said.
He said his Samagi Jana Balawegaya party and their alliance unanimously supported him as the presidential nominee for the election on July 20, when all 225 members of the Parliament will vote to elect a new president.
But he acknowledged that he faces a tough task in securing the support needed to succeed, since the majority in Parliament is still held by Rajapaksa’s governing party.
In 2019, Rajapaksa collected nearly 6.9 million votes to defeat Premadasa, his main rival at the time, who got close to 5.6 million votes. The victory was followed by parliamentary elections the next year in which Rajapaksa’s party established a clear dominance that opposition parties have struggled to break.
Premadasa said the current Parliament is at odds with how Sri Lankans feel now.
“The major problem that we face is the government that brought this country to near abyss … So it’s a very difficult situation of trying to come to a temporary political marriage or an arrangement with those whose actions resulted … in bringing an economic, social and political disaster for the people of Sri Lanka,” he said.
Whoever leads the country next will be faced with a daunting mandate. Premadasa said Sri Lanka is “essentially bankrupt” and the government has been negotiating for months with the International Monetary Fund on a bailout package, while muddling through with help from neighbors such as India.
Rolling fuel shortages sent the country looking to Russia for crude oil recently as it scrambled to meet demand at gas stations where lines of vehicles stretched for miles.
Many critics have blamed policy blunders by Rajapaksa and his family, like deep tax cuts in 2019 that slashed state revenue and heavy borrowing from creditors such as China on splashy infrastructure projects that failed to generate revenue.
Premadasa described those decisions as “imprudent, impractical” and “foolish” and said they “resulted in millions and millions of people suffering.”
When asked how he planned to resuscitate the economy, he said the country must go through debt restructuring. Sri Lanka, he added, has “no choice” but to work with international financial institutions and to engage with as many countries as possible.
“We have to work with everyone,” he added.
His economic plan includes reviving tourism, boosting exports and ushering in direct foreign investment. The political turmoil has deepened concerns that solutions to the economic woes, like IMF assistance, will be delayed.
Premadasa said it’s critical for leaders not to interpret their mandate as “some sort of an assurance of permanent domination.”
“The mandate is a temporary mandate. Never try to think that you are the freehold owners of the country. Think of yourself as being a guardian, being a trustee of the wishes of the people.”
He said he would “listen to the people” and serve as “a sounding board” for their “reflections, impressions, ideas.”
Most important, he said, “one has to be humble and humanistic. All these characteristics that I expressed, they were lacking in this present administration.”
While millions voted this government in, millions of others voted against it, Premadasa said, adding that he felt sorry for everyone in the country.
“I feel helpless … because the people did not empower us, at least with more numbers in the opposition, so we could have put up a bigger fight and at least try to end this misery, which is on the doorstep of every household,” he said.
But he is still “quietly confident that as this process evolves itself, sanity will prevail. And through a fresh mandate, we will be able to fulfill the aspirations of the people of our country.”
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COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — An amusement park in northwestern Denmark said Friday it would scrap a roller coaster for good after a 14-year-old girl died, reportedly when the rear part of the ride came off the rails.
A 13-year-old boy also suffered hand injuries on Thursday on the Cobraen roller coaster at the Tivoli Friheden amusement park in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city.
“There is no doubt that that the ride will be shut down and torn apart,” Tivoli Friheden amusement park manager Henrik Ragborg Olsen told local newspaper Aarhus Stiftstidende.
The cause of the derailment was under investigation.
Ragborg Olsen told Aarhus Stiftstidende on Thursday that “the rear two seats” of Cobraen were hanging “under the wagon train.” The roller coaster is 25 meters (82 feet) high and the wagons have a top speed of 70 kph (44 mph), according to the Tivoli Friheden Website.
In 2008, four people were slightly injured when the same roller coaster broke down, only days after it had been inaugurated.
The amusement park, which will remain closed until Monday, is located in the southern part of Aarhus, 156 kilometers (97 miles) northwest of Copenhagen. | https://www.krqe.com/news/world/danish-amusement-park-scraps-ride-after-girl-killed/ | 2022-07-16T01:13:27Z | https://www.krqe.com/news/world/danish-amusement-park-scraps-ride-after-girl-killed/ | true |
SARASOTA, Fla., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Dear Valued Shareholder,
During this unprecedented time in the healthcare industry, the past 12 months have been extremely challenging for our company in many ways. We are pleased to report that we continue to weather these challenges, and would like to share how we are positioning ourselves as a leader in the post-acute area of healthcare.
The acquisitions of Banyan Pediatric Care in March 2021 and Trillium Healthcare Consulting in June 2021 created the core business of Assisted 4 Living, Inc. Operating these two companies while still in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic undoubtedly came with both expected and unexpected challenges.
Despite the trials presented by COVID-19, we have been making many operational improvements as we set our course for success. Our goal is to create a financially solid and efficient company that is based on employee engagement, quality outcomes and a strategic platform that will positively impact the delivery of care in rural settings.
Our company has taken a number of far-reaching steps to improve our efficiencies and performance over the past 12 months. We have:
- Assembled an experienced Senior Leadership Team that has joined our CEO, Louis Collier, to lead our turnaround. Dale Poe, our Chief Operating Officer; Diane Harden, our Chief Financial Officer, and Sandra Bowers, our Chief Nursing Officer, each has more than 30 years of experience, while Melannie Ladd, our Chief Human Resources Officer, has over 20 years of experience.
- Appointed Michelle Flynn, a highly experienced healthcare executive as the President of Banyan Pediatric Care Centers.
- Created a financial services and operational platform with an internal team of well-qualified accountants and support staff. We implemented internal controls, transitioned to a new software program, and created accounting processes to integrate Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Purchase Orders and the Revenue Cycle.
- Extracted all necessary financial and operational data from disparate companies to lay the foundation for a cohesive strategic platform.
- Introduced a comprehensive "Recruitment and Retention" plan.
- Implemented a comprehensive Business Development plan led by Laurie Surprise, our VP of Business Development.
- Redefined our approach to regional leadership, with accountability, transparency and a focus on developing facility leaders.
- Completed the integration of pharmacy services within all facilities.
- Successfully acquired Grace Care Centers, consisting of three facilities in Texas.
- Opened two new Banyan Pediatric Centers in Sarasota, Florida and New Port Richey, Florida.
- Began implementation of a medical management platform in more than half of our facilities to improve quality of care and expand our clinical capabilities.
- Developing a comprehensive Behavioral Health program.
- Created a Central Admissions Office to provide consistency in response times and the complicated admission process.
- Negotiated a contract with a Group Purchasing Organization and with a new pharmacy provider.
- Developed our strategic platform, which includes:
As a result of our work, we've seen many positive trends that reflect the company's consistent improvement in performance:
- The average daily attendance for Banyan Pediatric Centers has grown from 47 to 85, and continues to grow weekly, with a goal of reaching 120.
- The census for Trillium facilities has improved from 937 to 1,102, while the skilled census has grown from 62 to 154. (As a comparison, a recent industry article stated that only 25% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities have reached their pre-pandemic census levels.)
- The annual revenue run rate for Trillium has increased from $73 million to $98 million and continues to increase.
- The annual revenue run rate for Banyan has increased from $3 million to $4.3 million.
- Our overall CMS Star Ratings have improved from an average of 2.55 to 3.5, with most of our facilities receiving 4 or 5 stars in the category of nursing staffing.
- We have reduced numerous expenses through a more efficient approach in our daily processes, new contracts with preferred pricing, and other with an expected annual savings of close to $10 million.
As for the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we were heavily affected in January and February of this year by the second outbreak. We had 326 employees test positive and 418 patients test positive, with 27 of our 30 facilities impacted and 14 of the facilities closed to admissions for extended periods. In addition, we had significantly increased costs in supplies and agency staffing to care for our patients.
Our teams in each facility did a remarkable job in addressing these challenges and providing the highest quality of care to our patients. It's important to note that this outbreak could have been considerably worse in several of our facilities, but our Infection Prevention program worked extremely well as our employees carefully followed the program's processes.
We have made tremendous progress since the acquisition of Trillium in June 2021, and are working collectively to build a path forward based on quality, financial performance, and employee engagement. While the integration of the acquisition has been more challenging than expected, we have kept our focus on creating policies and procedures that have become the foundation of our company.
While this progress gives us much to celebrate, we are also excited to share that we have rebranded our parent company, creating a new brand with the goal of becoming recognized as a leader in post-acute healthcare. While we changed our registered legal name in December 2021, we are still awaiting regulatory agency approval of the name change, whereupon we will publicly announce our new name, Arboreta Healthcare, Inc., along with the introduction a new logo to represent our parent company and adult post-acute care facilities.
As we initiated marketing and public relations activities last fall, we found that we were spending a large amount of time explaining that assisted living was only a small portion of our business before we could share the story of how we are caring for our patients.
With this in mind, we embarked on a quest to find a unique name to the industry that would encompass all of our subsidiary brands and eliminate the confusion of the assisted living moniker.
Just as an arbor provides shade or shelter formed by trees or climbing plants, an arboreta (the plural of arboretum) is a family of trees that is grown with this purpose. Arboreta plays an important role in the preservation and management of trees and provides a place where endangered species can be protected.
We are working every day to make this company the leader in post-acute healthcare, providing quality outcomes while we serve as a vested partner in our communities and a place of choice for employees.
Sincerely,
Louis Collier
Chief Executive Officer/President
Assisted 4 Living, Inc.
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TORONTO (AP)Angel Zerpa pitched five solid innings, Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking homer and the Kansas City Royals overcame the absence of 10 unvaccinated players to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Thursday night.
”One of the best wins of the year, all things considered,” manager Mike Matheny said.
Nate Eaton homered in his big league debut as the Royals won for the fifth time in six games.
Foreign nationals who aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19 are not allowed to enter Canada, save for limited exceptions that require a 14-day quarantine. Unvaccinated baseball players are placed on the restricted list, which means they are not paid and do not accrue major league service time.
Among the 10 players on Kansas City’s 26-man roster who stayed home were All-Star outfielder Andrew Benintendi, two-time All-Star Whit Merrifield, future cornerstones Kyle Isbel and MJ Melendez and outfielder Michael A. Taylor.
Also barred were first baseman Hunter Dozier, right-handed starters Brad Keller and Brady Singer, reliever Dylan Coleman and backup catcher Cam Gallagher.
”We just abide by the rules that are given to us,” Matheny said before the game. ”It’s not how we’d design it but it is where we are and now we move forward.”
The Royals recalled infielder Nick Pratto and selected Eaton, infielder Michael Massey, catcher Freddy Fermin and outfielder Brewer Hicklen from Triple-A Omaha. Infielder Maikel Garcia, catcher Sebastian Rivero and left-hander Zerpa were recalled from Double-A Northwest Arkansas.
Pratto was in the starting lineup at first base and Eaton was in center field with Rivero catching Zerpa (2-0), who allowed one run and four hits, walked two and struck out two in the second start of his career and first this season.
”Every time we’ve seen him he looks like a top-shelf starter,” Matheny said. ”He came in today against an all right-handed lineup that’s a very potent lineup and kept making good pitches all the way through. It was just a great display of pitching.”
Jackson Kowar pitched two innings, Taylor Clarke handled the eighth and Scott Barlow finished for his 16th save in 18 chances.
Eaton’s mother and brother were sitting behind Kansas City’s first base dugout, giving them a great view of his homer.
”Right around second base I was jogging and the only voice I could hear was my mom screaming,” Eaton said. ”It was awesome. Those are the people that have been there my entire life and sacrificed so much for me to get to this point. Without them, I couldn’t have been here. To make them proud is pretty awesome.”
Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman (6-7) started for the first time since taking a line drive off his ankle in a July 2 start against Tampa Bay. Gausman allowed two runs and seven hits in six innings. He walked two and struck out six.
”Great to get him back out there before the (All-Star) break,” new Blue Jays manager John Schneider said. ”We liked what we saw, obviously. Everything was there as it usually is. Just a couple bad pitches.”
Nicky Lopez doubled off Gausman to begin the fifth and scored on a base hit by Edward Olivares, who was thrown out trying for a double. Witt followed with his 13th home run.
Toronto’s Matt Chapman homered off Zerpa in the bottom half, his 14th, but Eaton restored the two-run cushion by connecting off Anthony Banda in the ninth.
TWO-WIN WEEK
Zerpa earned his first career victory with two scoreless innings of relief against Detroit in Game 2 of Monday’s doubleheader. He made one start last season, allowing two unearned runs in five innings.
REINFORCEMENT REPORT
Keller, who started Monday, can be replaced Friday. Singer, who last pitched Wednesday, can be replaced for Sunday’s series finale.
ALSO ABSENT
Royals Pitching coach Cal Eldred, assistant hitting coach Keoni De Renne and bullpen catcher Parker Morin also did not travel. Triple-A Omaha manager Scott Thorman was brought along to assist Matheny’s staff.
RUNNING WILD
Olivares, one of Kansas City’s remaining regulars, didn’t get the Royals off to a positive start. After opening the game with a single, he broke for second but lost sight of Witt’s liner to right, turned for third and was doubled off first by 120 feet. Olivares was later thrown out trying to steal second, then thrown out trying to stretch out a double. Hicklen ran for Olivares after he singled in the eighth, but got caught in a rundown between second and third.
QUICK STARTERS
Eaton is the fourth player in Royals history to homer in his first game, joining Ryan O’Hearn (2018 against the White Sox), Mark Quinn (1999 against the Angels) and Clint Hurdle (1977 against Seattle).
TRAINER’S ROOM
Blue Jays: LHP Yusei Kikcuhi (neck) will throw a second bullpen session Friday. Kikuchi has been out since July 6.
UP NEXT
Royals RHP Zack Grienke (3-5, 4.52 ERA) starts Friday against Blue Jays RHP Alek Manoah (9-4, 2.34). Manoah is 2-0 in two career starts against the Royals, covering 13 scoreless innings.
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(NewsNation) — New York’s medical examiner has ruled Ivana Trump’s death an accident. She died of “blunt impact injuries” to her torso, according to an official release from the medical examiner’s office.
Trump, 73, was found dead near stairs in her New York apartment Thursday. Investigators have not clarified if she fell down the steps or if they played a role in her death.
The New York Fire Department said it responded to a report of a cardiac arrest shortly before 1 p.m. Thursday and found Ivana Trump dead on arrival.
A former model, Ivana Trump was the first wife of former President Donald Trump. The couple was married from 1977 to 1992 and had three children together, as well as nine grandchildren.
“She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life. Her pride and joy were her three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric,” the former president wrote Thursday in a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social. “She was so proud of them, as we were all so proud of her. Rest In Peace, Ivana!”
Rob Shuter, an entertainment reporter who knew Ivana Trump, said the family was “devastated” by her death. Shuter said Trump wasn’t ill and was actually preparing for a trip to Saint-Tropez, France, which was “maybe her second favorite place in the world.”
“This has taken everybody by surprise,” Shuter said Friday on NewsNation’s “Rush Hour.” He described Trump as “bubbly.”
“She was a delight,” Shuter said.
Trump, a Czech-American former model, worked as a vice president of interior design for The Trump Organization after her marriage to the former president.
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Local News Local News | Justice March in Mentor honors those lost to gun violence Share this:TwitterFacebook The Justice March heads from Veterans Memorial Park in Mentor to the Civic Center Amphitheater. The march is led by principal organizer, Brandon Towns, and is part of the third Mentor Racial Justice Week which hosts events that aim to gather citizens together to discuss race, racism and racial justice in their community. The Justice March started with a moment of silence in honor and memory of the many lives lost to senseless gun violence in Buffalo, Uvalde, Texas, and Highland Park, Ill. (John Butler — The News-Herald) By John Butler | jbutler@news-herald.com | PUBLISHED: July 15, 2022 at 7:06 p.m. | UPDATED: July 15, 2022 at 7:08 p.m.People walk from Veterans Memorial Park to the Civic Center Amphitheater at the Justice March organized by Brandon Towns as part of Mentor Racial Justice Week. The march is in part to protest gun violence and honor those lost to the senseless gun violence in Buffalo, Uvalde, Texas, and Highland Park, Ill. The march also honors Jayland Walker who was fatally shot over 60 times in Akron recently. The march hopes to bring the community together in support of racial equality and an end to gun violence (John Butler – The News-Herald) | https://www.news-herald.com/2022/07/15/justice-march-in-mentor-honors-those-lost-to-gun-violence/ | 2022-07-16T01:37:07Z | https://www.news-herald.com/2022/07/15/justice-march-in-mentor-honors-those-lost-to-gun-violence/ | false |
State-of-the-art facility to help transform and digitally enable cell and gene therapy manufacturing in the Garden State
NEWARK, N.J., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- McKinsey & Company launched a new high-tech learning and innovation facility today in the Garden State to support the advancement of cell and gene therapy (CGT) manufacturing, expanding its global network of Digital Capability Centers.
In partnership with the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) and operated by BioCentriq, McKinsey's Newark-based facility specializes in innovative manufacturing processes in life sciences.
At the state-of-the-art facility, biopharma companies can see how digital technologies work in practice to improve operational efficiency, and build workforce capabilities at scale through immersive, hands-on learning experiences.
"Our latest Digital Capability Center in Newark will significantly enhance the digital innovation experience for New Jersey's thriving biopharma sector, and we are honored to partner with NJII and BioCentriq to advance these services that make an impact across the country and around the world," said Jocelyn Grahame, McKinsey New Jersey's Office Managing Partner. "CGT continues to be one of the fastest-growing areas of biopharma therapeutics, with several new treatments available to patients and hundreds more in development. This facility will help biopharma companies sustain higher levels of innovation and accessibility by helping to solve their operational challenges."
The biopharma industry has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with increasing potential for the adoption and scale of digital technologies. For CGT manufacturing in particular, the impact can be substantial in expanding access to new therapies that can treat, and potentially cure, certain debilitating diseases such as: relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, spinal muscular atrophy, and Leber congenital amaurosis.
Haro Hartounian, CEO of BioCentriq said "We believe that the future of medicine lies in regenerative medicine. Our team is thrilled to have the opportunity to share our expertise and experience in manufacturing cell and gene therapies to help shape the future of this center and ensure that all participants have a realistic and productive experience."
While cell and gene therapies hold ground-breaking potential to treat debilitating diseases, they are also complex to manufacture. McKinsey's Digital Capability Center focuses on showcasing advanced manufacturing methods necessary for these therapies. The Center will enable more effective operations to improve performance – from advanced analytics for increased yield productivity to Artificial Intelligence in deviation reduction and digital-twin-based lab scheduling. Most importantly, it helps companies develop the skills, capabilities, and cultural changes needed to adapt to and sustain the new methods required for success.
The new Center will join McKinsey's fast-growing global network of Digital Capability Centers—immersive learning and innovation environments that inspire and equip organizations to deliver sustainable performance improvement from operational-excellence and tech-enabled transformations. The network currently has centers in Aachen, Atlanta, Beijing, Gurugram, Istanbul, Jakarta, New Jersey, Salvador, São Paulo, Singapore, Monterrey, and Venice.
McKinsey's innovative global network of Digital Capability Centers supports over 450 organizations each year, with an average of 13,000 participants. In addition to the 250 McKinsey experts involved in this global network, the Digital Capability Center network also has partnerships with 150+ tech companies and startups.
The Digital Capability Center New Jersey will be located on the Newark campus of the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
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DELMARVA- Interest rates are in the five to six percent range, nearly double from a few months ago.
Marco Smith of The Maryland & Delaware Group of Long & Foster says buyers are not facing much competition despite a low supply of homes available.
He says while there are a lot of buyers, their budgets vary vastly, so the people in their price range is not as large as you may think
"There's not that many people in that price range looking," Smith said. "So it's not as competitive when at the beginning of the year, the rates were still really low and people were buying up a lot. Now the rates are still low to where they have been in the past but people are afraid of what they've seen because we got a little spoiled with that three to four percent interest rate."
Despite rapid changes in the interest rate, the prices of homes remain high.
April Green-Kastor of RE/MAX in Rehoboth Beach says houses are staying for sale longer but it's still a hot market.
"Homes are sitting a lot more than they were say six months ago," Green-Kastor said. "But in our area, we really aren't seeing an impact on prices at all. And we're still seeing multiple offer situations depending on where the house is located and the condition."
Reid Sterrett's company Expert Homebuyers buys and sells houses that are off the market, often flips.
He says despite high interest, he would buy a home in the area now and it is a safe bet.
"The reason I think it's a great investment here is because we still have an influx of people coming from New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia," Sterrett said. "When they look at the prices here on the shore, they're still much lower than the rates they are paying in their hometowns.
It is expected that interest rates will continue to rise at least until the end of July. So if you find a home you are looking for, real estate agents say to meet with a lender and see what the payments will be like and see if you can afford it. | https://www.wrde.com/news/despite-rising-interest-rates-buyers-are-motivated-to-find-their-home/article_3943e504-0483-11ed-9b95-571b2808efef.html | 2022-07-16T01:39:30Z | https://www.wrde.com/news/despite-rising-interest-rates-buyers-are-motivated-to-find-their-home/article_3943e504-0483-11ed-9b95-571b2808efef.html | false |
Truss lays into Rishi on tax rises: Leadership hopefuls clash over cost of living as Sunak's Tory rivals vow to spike the hike in the first of three TV debates
- Liz Truss warned 'you cannot tax your way to growth' in the first of three debates
- The former Chancellor said her plans to borrow more were just 'a fairytale'
- Elsewhere, Tom Tugendhat scored highly with viewers as Mordaunt stumbled
The Tory leadership race exploded into life last night as Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak clashed over tax in the first live television debate.
In an extraordinary showdown, the Foreign Secretary savaged the former chancellor over his hike to national insurance.
Miss Truss warned 'you cannot tax your way to growth' as she also criticised a corporation tax rise planned for next year. Mr Sunak told her: 'Borrowing your way out of inflation isn't a plan, it's a fairytale.'
But she hit back: 'I think it is wrong to put taxes up.'
In the 90-minute debate on Channel 4, Mr Sunak attempted to defend his record in No 11 as he attacked his rivals over their plans for tax cuts.
Stressing the need to grip inflation, he told them: 'We cannot make it worse, inflation is the enemy that makes everyone poorer. It erodes your savings, it erodes your living standards, it means that those of you who have mortgages will see your interest rates go up higher and higher.
The debate on Channel 4 saw extraordinary spats over tax cuts, transgender rights and the cost of living
Rishi Sunak got into a heated argument with Foreign Secretary Liz Truss over taxes, telling her borrowing money to provide tax cuts is a 'fairytale'
Meanwhile Tom Tugendhat came out on top with viewers, earning applause and laughs from the overwise deathly-silent audience
'I don't think the responsible thing to do right now is launch into some unfunded spree of borrowing and more debt, that will just make inflation worse.'
But Miss Truss insisted that reversing the national insurance rise, which was introduced in April, could be paid for by borrowing more like other countries such as US, Canada and Japan.
'They have taken a sensible decision that at this time of a global economic crisis, just when we're trying to help businesses grow, when we're trying to help families, it is not the right time to put up taxes.'
Mr Sunak replied: 'There's no such thing as Covid debt.
'Debt is debt and the answer to too much borrowing can't be yet more borrowing.'
After the former chancellor accused Penny Mordaunt of making 'double-digit billion pound promises' on cutting VAT on fuel and increasing income tax thresholds, the trade minister hit back: 'Two things, Rishi, that you haven't realised – I know you know people are going to need more help this autumn, but actually people need help now and you are going to have to do something on taxation.
'Next April we are going to be one of the most uncompetitive nations in terms of our tax competitiveness... that cannot be allowed to happen.'
And rival candidate Tom Tugendhat revealed that when Mr Sunak was chancellor, he asked how the rise could be justified and was told it was because Boris Johnson wanted it.
Miss Truss insisted that reversing the national insurance rise, which was introduced in April, could be paid for by borrowing more like other countries such as US, Canada and Japan
Penny Mordaunt (right) gave a safe and rather muted appearance, while Kemi Badenoch (left) performed better than many expected
'You set up your position and I asked why on earth this was going to be necessary, you told me because the boss wanted it,' said the army veteran. A snap poll found the public believed Mr Tugendhat had performed best in the TV debate. A survey of 1,159 voters, conducted by Opinium, showed more than a third (36 per cent) backed him.
Some 25 per cent said Mr Sunak was best, ahead of Miss Mordaunt and Mrs Badenoch both on 12 per cent and Miss Truss on 6 per cent.
The bruising debate also saw Miss Mordaunt accused of not telling the truth on her record on trans rights. The Tory leadership hopeful, who is now favourite at the bookies, was targeted by rivals Miss Truss and Kemi Badenoch in a pincer movement.
Asked about her time as minister for women and equalities, Miss Mordaunt insisted that she had 'never been in favour of self-ID', whereby a trans person could legally change their gender without, for example, a medical diagnosis. But asked if she accepted this account, Mrs Badenoch, who resigned as equalities minister this month, responded: 'My understanding was that [a] previous minister who had done the role had wanted self-ID and that was something that I reversed with Liz.'
Miss Mordaunt hit back: 'That's not correct and this will all be on record in government.'
But Mrs Badenoch insisted: 'It is on record.'
Miss Truss, who succeeded Miss Mordaunt as minister for women and equalities, said when she 'started in the job, there was a plan to move forward on self-ID'.
In the wide-ranging debate, the five candidates also discussed Mr Johnson. They all turned on him and declined to say he was honest. Asked to give a yes or no answer, Mr Sunak replied: 'I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt for as long as possible and I reached the conclusion that I couldn't. There were a number of reasons that I resigned but trust and honesty was part of that.'
Asked the same question about whether the Prime Minister was an honest man, Tom Tugendhat was applauded by the audience as he replied: 'No.' Earlier, at an online hustings organised by the Conservative Home website, the candidates were all asked about their own 'greatest weakness'.
Mrs Badenoch said hers was 'allowing my sense of humour to look like I'm flippant about issues', while Mr Sunak said he works hard and strives for perfection. Miss Truss said she has in the past been 'excessively over-enthusiastic'.
Mr Tugendhat, who has made his military background a central pillar of his campaign, said: 'I know this is going to surprise you but I may talk about the Army a little too much, which is possibly a weakness.'
Miss Mordaunt said: 'I was tempted to say Burmese cats as I have four and introducing them into No 10 might present some challenges with Larry.' All five candidates will take part in another television debate on ITV at 7pm tomorrow, with a further showdown on Sky News on Tuesday.
The next round of voting by Tory MPs will take place on Monday, with subsequent rounds if required until there are just two candidates, who will then battle it out over the summer to win the support of Conservative members.
Their choice of the next prime minister will be announced on September 5. Mr Johnson will then formally tender his resignation to the Queen.
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Britons who use cocaine on holiday could have their passports confiscated under Government's tough crackdown
- Government introducing new sanctions to decrease demand for Class A drugs
- Those caught with drug will be given chance to attend drug awareness course
- If caught again, they face random drug tests and then passport confiscation
- Priti Patel previously described aim of scheme as 'cutting the head off the snake'
Britons taking cocaine on holiday could have their passports confiscated under tough new legislation to be announced by the Government next week.
The move comes as part of a variety of new sanctions being introduced by the Government to decrease demand for Class A drugs in the UK.
Those caught with illegal substances will first be given a chance to attend a drug awareness course, similar to a driver awareness course for motorists that are caught speeding.
If an individual is caught on a second occasion, they face having to attend random drug tests at a police station, The Times reports
And if caught again, they may have their driving licence or passport seized, before being prosecuted if they continue taking illegal substance.
Home Secretary Priti Patel, who will unveil the plans in a white paper, has previously described the aim of the scheme as 'cutting the head off the snake' of criminal gangs.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has also previously accused middle-class drug users as being complicit in driving up substance-relayed crime across the UK.
The Government is introducing new sanctions to decrease the demand for Class A drugs in the UK
Home Secretary Priti Patel, who will unveil the plans in a white paper, has previously described the aim of the scheme as 'cutting the head off the snake' of criminal gangs
Former Policing Minister, now Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Kit Malthouse declared war on drug users earlier this year after stating that are responsible for teenagers being murdered in UK gang wars.
He stressed the need for action that will ‘infringe’ on middle-class offenders’ lifestyles, citing the example of confiscating passports.
The new measures aim to create 'immediate penalties' that provide a midpoint between a 'slap on the wrist' and criminal prosecution.
A Government source added: 'We don’t want everyone going to court and we hope that measures one to three will show people we are serious about this and the consequences are certain — there’s no point risking taking drugs anymore.'
A consultation will now be carried out on the proposed legislation before it is hoped to be introduced next year.
It will also include measures on tackling the supply of drugs in prisons.
Ministers want the passport confiscation legislation to apply to all drug users, but under current laws police can only take the document if the offence is related to travel.
Anyone caught in possession of Class A drugs - or supplying it - in connection with football could be banned from attending matches for five years, in a bid to tackle violence and disruption.
Confiscating driving licences is understood to be favoured because it is 'more of a deterrent' and easier for police to enforce.
In May, a scheme to make offenders whose crimes are linked to alcohol wear a tag that alerts the authorities if they have a drink has been hailed a success, with a 97 per cent compliance rate.
Under the new plans, the Government is trying to improve testing technology to allow officers to test suspected drug drivers at the roadside.
The proposed legislation is likely to be one of Boris Johnson's last announcements before he steps down from his post
Such testing kits are already available at retailers on the High Street and are used by some employers, but do not currently meet the threshold needed to be used as evidence in court.
Ministers want police to have access to drug testing kits the same way in which breathalysers are used at the roadside.
The legislation is likely to be one of Mr Johnson's final policies before he steps down from his post, likely to be in September following the Tory leadership election campaign.
The battle against Class A drugs has long been a priority for Mr Johnson, who last year launched a 10-year blitz on county lines drugs gangs after stating that narcotics were causing 'misery' and rejected the idea of liberalising the law.
It comes after an announcement in May that middle class 'coke heads' found with the drug at football matches face a five-year ban.
It is understood that evidence that will be used to seize passports will include police records of an individual or social media posts.
Thugs convicted of using cocaine at games will face a new extended football banning order, and forced to surrender their passports.
Mr Johnson said at the time: 'Middle class coke heads should stop kidding themselves, their habit is feeding a war on our streets driving misery and crime across our country and beyond.
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WASHINGTON — A federal judge sentenced two New Yorkers to more than three years in prison Friday for assaulting police with pepper spray during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Cody Mattice and James Mault appeared before D.C. District Court Chief Judge Beryl A. Howell for sentencing Friday afternoon. Both men pleaded guilty earlier this year to one felony count of assaulting, resisting or impeding police and faced a recommended sentencing guideline of 37-46 months in prison and up to three years of supervised release.
In a plea hearing in April, the two men admitted they’d purchased pepper spray and a baton in the days leading up to Jan. 6. Once in D.C., they joined the mob of supporters of former President Donald Trump and pushed their way to the very front of the crowd at the Lower West Terrace Tunnel, where a violent conflict with police was underway.
“Did you essentially crawl across the top of the crowd to reach the tunnel?” Howell asked them.
Both men said they did. At that point, they said, they each grabbed canisters of pepper spray and sprayed them at police. Mault and Mattice also admitted they taunted police, telling them, “Your jobs will be here when you come back after we kick the s*** out of everybody.”
The two men took decidedly less belligerent tones on Friday. Both told Howell they regretted their participation in the riot and that it had already had profound personal costs. Mattice — whose attorney described him as “uneducated” and “unsophisticated” — said he’d lost custody of one of his children. Mault said he’d lost his job as an ironworker and his career as a U.S. Army paratrooper. Mault previously served for eight years and reenlisted in the Army following the Jan. 6 riot.
“I know I shouldn’t have gone down,” Mault told Howell. “I was very stupid and ignorant and I lost myself that day. I’m extremely embarrassed.”
Howell told the men she knows every defendant who comes before her is a “three-dimensional person,” but that her job was to decide an appropriate sentence based on their actions and the need to protect the community. She said she put particular weight on their pre-planning and their efforts to reach the most violent part of the riot.
Howell sentenced both men to serve 44 months in prison, to be followed by 36 months of supervised release. Both will also have to pay $2,000 in restitution, which is the standard restitution amount in Jan. 6 felony cases.
At the request of lawyers for both Mattice and Mault, Howell agreed to recommend they be placed at low-security federal facilities, if determined to qualify.
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- Revenue increased 20% to $73.5 million in fiscal 2022 as compared to $61.5 million in fiscal 2021 -
OLATHE, Kan., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), a leader in the growing global market for aircraft structural modification, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and a recognized provider of gaming management services, announces its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended April 30, 2022. In conjunction with the announcement, the Company has scheduled a conference call for Monday, July 18, 2022 at 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time.
What: Butler National Corporation Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year End 2022 Financial Results Conference Call
When: Monday, July 18, 2022 - 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time
How: Live via phone by dialing 800-550-7966. Code: 565 658. Conference call participants should call in at least 5 minutes prior to the start time.
Clark Stewart, President & CEO, Butler National Corp., will lead the call and discuss results of the fourth quarter and fiscal year end, the status of new and existing orders, gaming activities and an outlook on the balance of fiscal 2023.
"The fiscal year ended April 30, 2022, yielded one of the best years in Butler National Corporation history. Revenue increased 20% to $73.5 million in fiscal 2022 as compared to $61.5 million in fiscal 2021. The increase in revenue reflects an increase of 30% in Professional Services revenue and an increase of 10% in Aerospace Products revenue. The Company aquisition of the outstanding interest in the casino management company and strong marketing campaigns at Boot Hill Casino & Resort enhanced our financial position in the Professional Services segment. Our Aerospace Products segment continues to focus on growth in international markets, solutions for regulatory mandates and the development of new Federal Aviation Administration supplemental type certificates ("STCs").
Fiscal 2022 net income was $12.2 million compared to a net income of $2.5 million in fiscal 2021. Fiscal 2022 operating margin was 22% compared to 10% in fiscal 2021. We continue to work to improve efficiencies in our implementation, operational processes, and controlling general and administrative expenses.
The fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 was a strong quarter for the Professional Services segment. Professional Services was up 11% over fourth quarter fiscal 2021. Aerospace Products was down 10% due to a decrease in our aircraft modification business. Revenue increased 1% to $18.1 million in fourth quarter fiscal 2022, as compared to $17.9 million in fourth quarter fiscal 2021. The fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 resulted in a net income of $1.6 million compared to a net income of $624,000 in fourth quarter fiscal 2021.
During the fiscal year ended April 30, 2022, we invested approximately $2.4 million in projects focused on the development and acquisition of new products. We believe this expenditure for design and development engineering, testing, and certification of new products is required to grow Aerospace Products, help stabilize our long-term revenue and enhance our profits.
We are optimistic about the future. Management and all employees are focused on the development of new products and business development opportunities as well as increasing revenue while managing costs. We believe we are positioned for the future as we focus on serving the needs of our customers and enhancing shareholder value," commented Clark D. Stewart, President and CEO of Butler National Corporation.
Aerospace Products:
Revenue increased 10% to $34.3 million in fiscal 2022 compared to $31.3 million in fiscal 2021. This $3.1 million increase was due to an increase in our aircraft avionics and special mission electronics business of $3.4 million and a decrease in our aircraft modification business of $351,000. We have invested in the development of several STCs. STC development results in new marketable products for the Company. Costs decreased 4% to $22.4 million in fiscal 2022 compared to $23.3 million in fiscal 2021. Costs were 65% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2022, compared to 74% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2021. Expenses decreased 20% in fiscal 2022 to $5.7 million compared to $7.1 million in fiscal 2021. Expenses were 17% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2022, compared to 23% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2021. Aerospace Products had an operating income of $6.2 million in fiscal 2022 compared to an operating income of $854,000 in fiscal 2021.
Professional Services:
Revenue from Professional Services increased 30% to $39.1 million in fiscal 2022 from $30.2 million in fiscal 2021. Costs increased 11% in fiscal 2022 to $15.8 million compared to $14.2 million in fiscal 2021. Costs were 41% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2022, compared to 47% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2021. Expenses increased 22% in fiscal 2022 to $13.4 million compared to $10.9 million in fiscal 2021. Expenses were 34% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2022, compared to 36% of segment total revenue in fiscal 2021. Operating income from Professional Services increased 98% to $10.0 million in fiscal 2022 compared to $5.0 million in fiscal 2021.
Costs related to Professional Services and Aerospace Products include the cost of engineering, labor, materials, equipment utilization, control systems, security and occupancy. Expenses related to Professional Services and Aerospace Products include marketing and advertising, employee benefits, depreciation and amortization, and general, administrative and other expenses.
Backlog:
As of April 30, 2022, our backlog totaled approximately $22.1 million. As of July 1, 2022, our backlog totaled approximately $24.2 million. The backlog includes firm, pending, and contract orders, which may not be completed within the next fiscal year. This is standard for the industry in which modifications services and related contracts may take several months or years to complete. Such actions force backlog as additional customers request modifications, but must wait for other projects to be completed. There can be no assurance that all orders will be completed or that some may ever commence.
Our Business:
Butler National Corporation operates in the Aerospace and Professional Services business segments. The Aerospace Products segment includes aircraft special mission modification, the manufacture, sale and service of electronic equipment and systems and technologies to enhance and support products related to aircraft. Additionally, we also operate Federal Aviation Administration (the "FAA") Repair Stations. Aerospace Products subsidiaries concentrate on Beechcraft King Air, Cessna Caravan, Cessna turbine engine, and Learjet aircraft. Professional Services include casino management services, temporary employee services and administrative management services.
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Statements made in this report, other reports and proxy statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, communications to stockholders, press releases, and oral statements made by representatives of the Company that are not historical in nature, or that state the Company or management intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations or predictions of the future, may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). Forward-looking statements can often be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as "could," "should," "will," "intended," "continue," "believe," "may," "expect," "hope," "anticipate," "goal," "forecast," "plan," "guidance" or "estimate" or the negative of these words, variations thereof or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results. They involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. It is important to note that any such performance and actual results, financial condition or business, could differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, those discussed in Item 1A of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K, incorporated herein by reference. Risk Factors and elsewhere herein or in other reports filed with the SEC. Other unforeseen factors not identified herein could also have such an effect. We undertake no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes in future operating results, financial condition or business over time.
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UNITED STATES SENATE. UNITED STATES SENATE CANDIDATES JOHN FEDERMAN AND DR. MEHMED OZ USED CAMPAIGN ADS TO EXPOSE WEAKNESSES. THEY SEE IN EACH OTHER AS POLITICAL OPPONENTS. OZ IS PUTTING A LOT OF ATTENTION ON VETERANS HEALTH AFTER A RECENT STROKE. YOU MAY HAVE HEARD JOHN FETTERMAN’S BACK IN THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL AS INSERTION WAS PERFORMED THOUSANDS OF THESE OPERATIONS. I KNOW HOW SCARY THIS CAN BE. I’M GLAD FEDERMAN’S HEALTHY SO WE CAN WORRY LESS ABOUT HIS HEART AND HIS HOODIE POLITICAL ANALYST TERRY MUDANA ALSO, SEES FETTERMAN’S HEALTH AS A WEAKNESS. IT’S IN ONE WORD HEALTH. HE HAS HAD A STROKE AS I THINK MOST OF YOUR VIEWERS ARE AWARE. HE HAS BEEN SLOW TO GET BACK ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL JUDY SHOWS SOME SIGNS OF AN ILLNESS. I THINK THAT WOULD BE WITHOUT DOUBT IS MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM, BUT FEDERMAN USED A REALITY TV PERSONALITY IN HIS CAMPAIGN AD TO EXPOSE DR. OZ FOR ONLY RECENTLY RECENTLY BECOMING A PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENT MATT, THIS IS NICOLE SNOOKI. I HEARD THAT YOU MOVED FROM, NEW JERSEY TO PENNSYLVANIA TO LOOK FOR A NEW JOB. BUT JERSEY WILL NOT FORGET YOU I JUST WANT TO LET YOU KNOW I WILL NOT FORGET YOU AND DON’T WORRY BECAUSE YOU’LL BE BACK HOME IN JERSEY SOON. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY MADONNA AGREES. THAT OURS IS HISTORY AS A NEW JERSEY RESIDENT IS A WEAKNESS WHEN TRYING TO APPEAL TO PENNSYLVANIA VOTERS. HE DID NOT LIVE IN PENNSYLVANIA BEFORE HE DECLARED FOR THE UNITED STATES. HIS MAJOR WEAKNESS IS HE’S NOT FROM THE STATE IN WHICH HE DESIRES TO SERVE AS THE UNITED STATES SENATE. AND BOTH CAN
How Snooki got dragged into the Pennsylvania Senate race to troll Dr. Oz
Updated: 7:53 PM CDT Jul 15, 2022
The U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania is one of the most competitive and potentially significant — and now, Snooki of "Jersey Shore" has unwittingly gotten involved.It started when Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, a Democrat running for Senate, enlisted Snooki — real name: Nicole Polizzi — to film a personalized Cameo message for his Republican opponent, Mehmet Oz — more widely known as Dr. Oz, the former Oprah-approved medical talk show host.On Cameo, users pay celebrities to send personalized video messages and provide as many (or as few) details to the celebrities so they can tailor their video. It seems Fetterman told Polizzi that "Mehmet," whom she addresses in the video, recently moved from New Jersey to Pennsylvania in search of a new profession."I heard that you moved from New Jersey to Pennsylvania to look for a new job," Polizzi said in the clip, which Fetterman tweeted on Thursday. "I want to say best of luck to you. I know you're away from home, and you're in a new place, but Jersey will not forget you."She concluded with a dig that was likely unintentional: "And don't worry! Because you'll be back home in Jersey soon enough. This is only temporary."Fetterman shared the video on Twitter, tagging Oz, and wrote "JERSEY loves you + will not forget you!!!"It's unclear whether Polizzi was in on the joke, and so far, she hasn't commented on the video. As of Friday morning, though, she's still available to book on Cameo starting at $300.The Pennsylvania official has no qualms about trolling his opponent: He sells a "Dr. Oz for NJ" sticker and paid for a plane banner sarcastically welcoming Oz "home to NJ," a dig at Oz for running for office in Pennsylvania after spending years living in the Garden State. (Per CNN's Daniel Dale, though Oz attended the University of Pennsylvania and two of his children were born there, he for years lived in a New Jersey mansion. He's registered to vote in Pennsylvania at his in-laws' address, where his campaign said he's living while a new property is built for him.)MSNBC contributor Sam Stein reported that the Snooki clip cost the campaign over $390.Oz responded to Fetterman's Snooki shoutout with a screengrab of a video of Chris Miyares, who in 2013 was jogging near Fetterman's home when Fetterman chased him down while armed with a shotgun. Fetterman, then mayor of Braddock, said he suspected Miyares of firing a gun, but Miyares said he was unarmed. Last year, Miyares told the Philadelphia Inquirer that he doesn't believe the episode should impact Fetterman's Senate bid.Polizzi, meanwhile, is currently starring on MTV's "Jersey Shore: Family Vacation" with original cast members Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino and Jenni "JWoww" Farley, among others.
The U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania is one of the most competitive and potentially significant — and now, Snooki of "Jersey Shore" has unwittingly gotten involved.
It started when Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, a Democrat running for Senate, enlisted Snooki — real name: Nicole Polizzi — to film a personalized Cameo message for his Republican opponent, Mehmet Oz — more widely known as Dr. Oz, the former Oprah-approved medical talk show host.
On Cameo, users pay celebrities to send personalized video messages and provide as many (or as few) details to the celebrities so they can tailor their video. It seems Fetterman told Polizzi that "Mehmet," whom she addresses in the video, recently moved from New Jersey to Pennsylvania in search of a new profession.
"I heard that you moved from New Jersey to Pennsylvania to look for a new job," Polizzi said in the clip, which Fetterman tweeted on Thursday. "I want to say best of luck to you. I know you're away from home, and you're in a new place, but Jersey will not forget you."
She concluded with a dig that was likely unintentional: "And don't worry! Because you'll be back home in Jersey soon enough. This is only temporary."
Fetterman shared the video on Twitter, tagging Oz, and wrote "JERSEY loves you + will not forget you!!!"
It's unclear whether Polizzi was in on the joke, and so far, she hasn't commented on the video. As of Friday morning, though, she's still available to book on Cameo starting at $300.
The Pennsylvania official has no qualms about trolling his opponent: He sells a "Dr. Oz for NJ" sticker and paid for a plane banner sarcastically welcoming Oz "home to NJ," a dig at Oz for running for office in Pennsylvania after spending years living in the Garden State. (Per CNN's Daniel Dale, though Oz attended the University of Pennsylvania and two of his children were born there, he for years lived in a New Jersey mansion. He's registered to vote in Pennsylvania at his in-laws' address, where his campaign said he's living while a new property is built for him.)
MSNBC contributor Sam Stein reported that the Snooki clip cost the campaign over $390.
Oz responded to Fetterman's Snooki shoutout with a screengrab of a video of Chris Miyares, who in 2013 was jogging near Fetterman's home when Fetterman chased him down while armed with a shotgun. Fetterman, then mayor of Braddock, said he suspected Miyares of firing a gun, but Miyares said he was unarmed. Last year, Miyares told the Philadelphia Inquirer that he doesn't believe the episode should impact Fetterman's Senate bid.
Polizzi, meanwhile, is currently starring on MTV's "Jersey Shore: Family Vacation" with original cast members Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino and Jenni "JWoww" Farley, among others. | https://www.wvtm13.com/article/snooki-pennsylvania-senate-race-dr-oz-fetterman/40628914 | 2022-07-16T01:58:28Z | https://www.wvtm13.com/article/snooki-pennsylvania-senate-race-dr-oz-fetterman/40628914 | true |
Rattled and uncertain of its future, Twitter stumbles on
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San Francisco (AFP) – Anxious employees, wary advertisers and hamstrung management: Twitter is limping along as it waits to learn how the fight over Elon Musk's buyout bid will end.
Just days before the first court hearing in Twitter's lawsuit seeking to force the Tesla boss to close the $44 billion deal, the firm is stuck in limbo.
"The best conclusion for me would be that he leaves us alone, so that we can go on our merry way," an engineer at the key social media network told AFP on condition of anonymity.
The engineer spoke of employees departing and a "climate of uncertainty that does not leave one with a peaceful state of mind."
"We're still trying to do our work normally, because the main reasons why we chose to work for Twitter still hold true," he added.
But there's been nothing normal about Musk's unsolicited bid that he's now backed away from, saying Twitter has obfuscated on the number of fake accounts on the platform.
He has harangued the network, on its own platform no less, with mocking tweets about its management and direction.
"Musk's repeated disparagement of Twitter and its personnel, create uncertainty... that harm Twitter and its stockholders," the firm's lawyers argued in their lawsuit lodged this week.
The billionaire's comments "also expose Twitter to adverse effects on its business operations, employees, and stock price," the lawyers added.
A judge has set the first hearing in the case for Tuesday in a court in the eastern state of Delaware.
- Sluggish ad sales -
"Twitter is facing a huge image crisis, and confidence in its leadership is wavering," eMarketer analyst Debra Williamson told AFP. "But whether the Musk situation has affected its revenues is unclear."
She said the most loyal advertisers have likely stuck around, but those less committed to Twitter may have scaled back their spending while waiting for the endgame.
Angelo Carusone, president of watchdog group Media Matters, thinks the damage is already done because Musk has been a frequent critic of content moderation.
The fight against hate and disinformation is widely defended internally, but also by many advertisers, concerned that their brands are not associated with toxic messages.
Carusone said that in early May, at an annual marketing event where companies negotiate large advertising deals, Twitter was "not able to give advertisers any clarity or confidence" that it would continue to be safe showcase for them.
"They didn't go anywhere close to what they normally sell at that event. And it's obviously been sluggish since then," he added.
The San Francisco-based social network cannot afford to lose customers.
Unlike big fish such as Google and Facebook parent Meta, which dominate online advertising and make billions in profits, Twitter lost hundreds of millions of dollars in 2020 and 2021.
The group will capture less than one percent of global ad revenue in 2022, according to eMarketer, compared to 12.5 percent for Facebook, 9 percent for Instagram and nearly two percent for booming upstart TikTok.
On top of that, Twitter's user base is barely expected to grow and may even shrink in the United States, noted Williamson, the eMarketer analyst.
- 'Twitter can't meaningfully respond' -
Musk once had potential Twitter investors salivating with his talk of growing revenue fivefold and aiming for a billion users by 2028.
Instead, a court battle is building to "end either with Twitter being owned by an unhappy investor who decided he didn't want it after all, or with Twitter on its own and weaker than it was before this all started," Williamson added.
The battle is set to last for months, and at a time when economic headwinds are steady and firms need to be nimble to monetize new audio and video formats, diversify revenue sources and attract younger audiences.
"At least Facebook can respond to current threats, even if they're responding poorly, they can respond," said Carusone, the Media Matters president.
"What Twitter cannot do right now is meaningfully respond to anything."
The social network's lawyers have blamed Musk for withholding consent for two employee retention programs "designed to keep selected top talent during a period of intense uncertainty generated in large part by Musk's erratic conduct."
Internally, some employees have also lost confidence in management, which they would have liked to be more combative in dealing with the world's richest person.
Parker Lyons, a financial analyst at Twitter, went so far as to tweet several memes that took aim at the firm's board for its deal with Musk.
In one, the board is shown firing bullets into Twitter above the sarcastic caption: "Who could have done this?"
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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (KRON) — San Francisco’s new District Attorney, Brooke Jenkins, brought down the hammer with a major shakeup restructuring leadership and policymakers in her office.
Jenkins issued a press release to KRON4 Friday highlighting prosecutors who are joining her leadership ranks.
Prosecutors and advisors who were fired by Jenkins expressed outrage on Twitter. Many of those fired were supporters of former district attorney Chesa Boudin.
Boudin was booted from office by San Francisco voters in June. Boudin was heavily criticized for being soft-on-crime in the name of progressive criminal justice reform.
Jenkins was appointed by Mayor London Breed to replace Boudin, and she was sworn in just eight days ago. During her swearing-in ceremony, Jenkins said, “Unfortunately, we have reached a tipping point in San Francisco. Never have I ever in my eight years in criminal justice heard San Franciscans express (this) level of lack of safety in our city.”
Staff members fired by Jenkins this week questioned whether criminal justice will be strengthened or weakened under the new district attorney.
Assistant District Attorney Arcelia Hurtado tweeted, “After over 2 years of tireless and devoted service to the City and City of SF, I was unceremoniously fired without cause via phone by the Mayor’s appointed DA. I am the highest ranking Latina/LGBTQ member of the management team at that office.”
Hurtado continued, “I am Chesa Boudin’s appointed DA to the Innocence Commission. (Jenkins) refused to answer my question during my firing whether she would disband that commission.”
Hurtado tweeted that Jenkins “also refused to answer my question regarding whether I was being fired because I prosecuted the Napoleon Brown case, Mayor Breed’s brother. Yes, the same Mayor who appointed her.”
Jenkins also fired the office’s director of communications, Rachel Marshall. Before Marshall was hired during Boudin’s tenure, she worked for nearly a decade as a public defender.
Marshall tweeted Friday, “I joined Chesa Boudin’s leadership team to fight for criminal justice reform; that battle has never been more urgent. My passion for the mission to reform our legal system is stronger than ever.”
The district attorney also reportedly fired Simin Shamji, a programs and initiative chief who was appointed by Boudin in 2019.
Leadership shakeups are not uncommon when a new district attorney takes office.
A press release issued by the District Attorney’s Office on Friday stated that Jenkins brought in new members for her management team “to help advance her vision to promote and protect public safety and deliver accountability and justice in all of its various forms.”
Jenkins wrote, ““I promised the public that I would restore accountability and consequences to the criminal justice system while advancing smart reforms responsibly. My new management team, which will include the addition of three women of color, with decades of prosecutorial experience at the highest levels, will help our office deliver on that promise. I have full faith and confidence that these women will promote and protect public safety while delivering justice in all of its various forms.”
Prosecutors hired onto Jenkins’ leadership team
Ana Gonzalez – Chief Assistant
“Ana will be the lead managing attorney in the office. Ana is a native San Franciscan born and raised in the Mission District. With over 20 years of previous experience in the San Francisco’s District Attorney’s Office, across multiple units like special prosecution, homicide, sexual assault, general felonies, and gang units, Ana will help advance the mission of the District Attorney’s Office. Ana brings significant management experience and joins the office most recently from the California Attorney General’s Office where she served as a Deputy Attorney General,” the DA’s Office wrote.
Nancy Tung – Chief of Special Prosecutions & Community Partnerships
“Nancy will lead and oversee special prosecutions and community partnerships. Nancy previously worked for the San Francisco’s District Attorney’s Office for over a decade, prosecuting domestic violence cases, protecting consumers, fraud, embezzlement, and police misconduct. A former Deputy Attorney General for the State of California, Nancy most recently served as a Deputy District Attorney in Alameda County,” the DA’s Office wrote.
Tiffany Sutton – Chief of Alternative Programs & Initiatives & Juvenile
“Tiffany will lead and oversee alternative programs and initiatives and the juvenile division. Ms. Sutton was hired by now Vice President Harris, and spent 12 years in the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office. Tiffany has invaluable experience working with underserved communities and youth in San Francisco. Most recently Tiffany was the Director of the Crime Strategies Division for the San Francisco Police Department where she was responsible for the leadership and management of the crime analytics team and analyzing SFPD’s crime and community strategies,” the DA’s Office wrote.
Kulvidar “Rani” Singh Mann – Senior Transition Advisor
“Rani will lead and assist with the transition for District Attorney Jenkins. Rani has previous decades of experience in the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office where she served as a neighborhood prosecutor and in the juvenile and adult divisions in the office, with an emphasis on domestic violence, stalking, narcotics, juvenile gun crimes, sexual assault, and collaborative courts,” the DA’s Office wrote. | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/major-shakeup-in-san-francisco-district-attorneys-office/ | 2022-07-16T02:07:30Z | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/major-shakeup-in-san-francisco-district-attorneys-office/ | false |
Twins C Ryan Jeffers lands on 10-day IL
The Minnesota Twins placed catcher Ryan Jeffers on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb contusion on Friday.
In a corresponding move, catcher Caleb Hamilton was selected from Triple-A St. Paul just before Minnesota's game against the Chicago White Sox.
In 60 games this season, Jeffers is hitting .214 with seven home runs and 25 RBIs. He has spent his entire career with the Twins, hitting .212 with 24 home runs and 67 RBIs across three seasons.
Hamilton is batting .252 with 10 home runs and 35 RBIs in 49 games with St. Paul. The 27-year-old has been in Minnesota's minor league system for six seasons and has yet to appear in a major league game.
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PHOENIX, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroAge, The Digital Transformation Experts®, announced the acquisition of cStor, a leading provider of cybersecurity, modern infrastructure, and digital transformation solutions. The acquisition will expand MicroAge's robust digital transformation service offerings to provide enhanced solutions and services for its clients, including a mature cybersecurity practice as well as extensive data center delivery and networking engineering expertise.
cStor was founded in 2002 by Bill Nowlin and initially launched as Custom Storage, providing data center consulting and solutions. Over the past few decades as technology and cybersecurity threats have rapidly evolved, cStor stayed in lockstep with the technology landscape, developing comprehensive offerings and expertise in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and modern infrastructure. In support of those practice areas, the company also expanded its professional services capabilities to enhance the value and improve overall business outcomes for clients.
"Together, our companies are even better positioned for scale and growth," said Rob Zack, CEO of MicroAge. "With our combined expertise, we can positively impact our clients' business outcomes with shared resources that expand our services, market knowledge, technology access, and technical expertise."
"Since our inception, cStor has been dedicated to client success by architecting solutions through innovative problem solving and an understanding of our clients' overall business challenges," said Larry Gentry, president and CEO of cStor. "By joining MicroAge, we are better positioned to deliver the most impactful solutions and services that will successfully transform our clients' businesses now and into the future."
cStor helps organizations strategize, design, and implement cybersecurity, digital transformation, and modern infrastructure solutions and services that address the evolving needs of today's enterprise. cStor's proven capabilities with best-in-class technologies provide peace of mind and put organizations on a path to success. cStor serves clients throughout the Southwest with a focused, collaborative approach and superior results. For more information, visit www.cStor.com.
MicroAge combines a powerful mix of technology services, backed by vendor-certified engineers and an acclaimed panel of experts to deliver the competitive edge technology leaders need to lead in a disruptive, digital environment. A Gold-Certified Microsoft partner, MicroAge is recognized annually by the Computer Reseller News (CRN) in the Tech Elite 250, Solution Provider 500, and MSP 500 lists of top-performing technology integrators, strategic service providers, and IT consultants.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, MicroAge has a rapidly expanding national salesforce to support growing demand. To learn more, visit MicroAge.com.
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Entire police force resigns in Colorado town; mayor says police chief cited ‘personal reasons’
SPRINGFIELD, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - A police force in a small town in Colorado has resigned.
KKTV reports the Springfield Police Department officers and chief have turned in their immediate resignation this week.
On Friday, the Baca County Sheriff’s Office announced it would take over community law enforcement responsibilities.
The sheriff’s office shared the following message on its social media:
“We want to make this message very clear to anyone thinking this is an opportune time to commit crimes or victimize anyone in Baca County. You are free to test that assumption at your convenience.
However, we will warn you, the community is fed up with it, law enforcement will be here in force, they will exhaust every resource at their disposal in finding you, the lights are always on at the Baca County Jail, and we still have a few bunks available.”
Springfield is located in southeastern Colorado, with a reported population of about 1,450 people as of 2010.
Springfield Mayor Tyler Gibson also shared the following message regarding the police force resigning:
“There were no allegations of wrongdoing by the chief or any of the officers brought before the Springfield Board of Trustees. The two officers each resigned to take other positions elsewhere. The chief resigned, citing ‘personal reasons.’ The timing of the resignations is unfortunate but does not appear to have been motivated by any improper acts by the officers.
The Board of Trustees is committed to immediately starting a job search for a new chief of police, police sergeant, and officers.”
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(NewsNation) — New York’s medical examiner has ruled Ivana Trump’s death an accident. She died of “blunt impact injuries” to her torso, according to an official release from the medical examiner’s office.
Trump, 73, was found dead near stairs in her New York apartment Thursday. Investigators have not clarified if she fell down the steps or if they played a role in her death.
The New York Fire Department said it responded to a report of a cardiac arrest shortly before 1 p.m. Thursday and found Ivana Trump dead on arrival.
A former model, Ivana Trump was the first wife of former President Donald Trump. The couple was married from 1977 to 1992 and had three children together, as well as nine grandchildren.
“She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life. Her pride and joy were her three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric,” the former president wrote Thursday in a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social. “She was so proud of them, as we were all so proud of her. Rest In Peace, Ivana!”
Rob Shuter, an entertainment reporter who knew Ivana Trump, said the family was “devastated” by her death. Shuter said Trump wasn’t ill and was actually preparing for a trip to Saint-Tropez, France, which was “maybe her second favorite place in the world.”
“This has taken everybody by surprise,” Shuter said Friday on NewsNation’s “Rush Hour.” He described Trump as “bubbly.”
“She was a delight,” Shuter said.
Trump, a Czech-American former model, worked as a vice president of interior design for The Trump Organization after her marriage to the former president.
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YoungBoy Never Broke Again, formerly NBA YoungBoy, has been found not guilty in his Los Angeles gun trial.
YoungBoy, born Kentrell Gaulden, was charged with being in possession of a firearm as a felon. The arrest in March of 2021 could’ve landed him seven years in federal prison.
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The popular and prolific rapper, born Kentrell Gaulden, was charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm. Authorities recovered an FN FNX .45 caliber pistol from the floor of his Mercedes Maybach when he was arrested in Los Angeles on March 22, 2021, based on a felony gun possession warrant out of Louisiana.
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Although undoubtedly exciting news for the chart-topping rapper, YoungBoy isn’t out of the woods just yet. He still faces charges in Louisiana for a similar event stemming from a Baton Rouge arrest in September 2020.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 15, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
849 PM CDT Fri Jul 15 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 111
possible.
* WHERE...Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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Jim Thorpe has been reinstated as the sole winner of the 1912 Olympic pentathlon and decathlon in Stockholm — nearly 110 years after being stripped of those gold medals for violations of strict amateurism rules of the time.
The International Olympic Committee announced the change Friday on the 110th anniversary of Thorpe winning the decathlon and later being proclaimed by King Gustav V of Sweden as “the greatest athlete in the world.”
Thorpe, a Native American, returned to a ticker-tape parade in New York, but months later it was discovered he had been paid to play minor league baseball over two summers, an infringement of the Olympic amateurism rules. He was stripped of his gold medals in what was described as the first major international sports scandal.
To some, Thorpe remains the greatest all-around athlete ever. He was voted as the Associated Press’ Athlete of the Half Century in a poll in 1950.
In 1982 — 29 years after Thorpe's death — the IOC gave duplicate gold medals to his family but his Olympic records were not reinstated, nor was his status as the sole gold medalist of the two events.
Two years ago, a Bright Path Strong petition advocated declaring Thorpe the outright winner of the pentathlon and decathlon in 1912. The IOC had listed him as a co-champion in the official record book.
“We welcome the fact that, thanks to the great engagement of Bright Path Strong, a solution could be found,” IOC President Thomas Bach said. “This is a most exceptional and unique situation, which has been addressed by an extraordinary gesture of fair play from the National Olympic Committees concerned.”
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Thorpe’s Native American name, Wa-Tho-Huk, means “Bright Path.” The organization with the help of IOC member Anita DeFrantz had contacted the Swedish Olympic Committee and the family of Hugo Wieslander, who had been elevated to decathlon gold medalist in 1913.
“They confirmed that Wieslander himself had never accepted the Olympic gold medal allocated to him, and had always been of the opinion that Jim Thorpe was the sole legitimate Olympic gold medalist,” the IOC said, adding that the Swedish Olympic Committee agreed.
“The same declaration was received from the Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of Sports, whose athlete, Ferdinand Bie, was named as the gold medalist when Thorpe was stripped of the pentathlon title,” the IOC said.
Bie will be listed as the silver medalist in the pentathlon, and Wieslander with silver in the decathlon.
World Athletics, the governing body of track and field, has also agreed to amend its records, the IOC said.
Bright Path Strong commended the IOC for “setting the record straight” about the Sac and Fox and Potawatomi athlete.
"We are so grateful this nearly 110-year-old injustice has finally been corrected, and there is no confusion about the most remarkable athlete in history,” said Nedra Darling, the organization co-founder and citizen of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.
At world championships in Eugene, Oregon, Native American hammer thrower Janee' Kassanavoid said the announcement was news to celebrate.
“My ultimate goal is to follow in his footsteps, to inspire and empower the next generation of athletes to come,” she said.
As the first Native American to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States, Thorpe “has inspired our people for generations,” said Fawn Sharp, president of the National Congress of American Indians.
In Stockholm, Thorpe tripled the score of his nearest competitor in the pentathlon and had 688 more points than the second-placed finisher in the decathlon.
During the closing ceremony, King Gustav V told Thorpe: “Sir, you are the greatest athlete in the world.” | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/jim-thorpe-reinstated-as-sole-winner-for-1912-olympic-golds/3301587/ | 2022-07-16T02:33:23Z | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/jim-thorpe-reinstated-as-sole-winner-for-1912-olympic-golds/3301587/ | true |
Comal County health officials added two COVID-19 deaths this week, raising the number of fatalities since the start of the pandemic in March 2020 to 661 and more than 300 new cases to its total.
County health officials provided no details about those deaths.
As of Tuesday, 87,300 people who tested positive for the virus have died in Texas. Statewide, average new deaths stayed the same compared with the seven-day average a week ago.
The number of COVID-19 patients in Comal County hospitals stayed the same this week, with facilities caring for an average of nine COVID-positive patients between July 8-14.
On Monday, state data showed that 3,160 Texans were hospitalized with the coronavirus, up 508 from the week before.
The number of new cases confirmed over the seven days stayed the same from last week at 355. The total number of cases reported in the county is now 33,232.
On Tuesday, state health officials reported 11,422 new cases, bringing the seven-day average to 11,674, an increase of 969 cases compared with the seven-day average a week ago.
The percentage of fully vaccinated people older than six months in Comal County stood at 61.91%.
In neighboring Guadalupe County, which also contains a portion of the city of New Braunfels, that figure is 55.33%.
The fully vaccinated percentage figures include children between six months and five years old. Last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved the COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna for young children at least six months old.
Comal County’s daily virus data is available at www.co.comal.tx.us.
The county’s health department administers the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for those 18 and older and Pfizer vaccine for anyone five years and older by appointment by calling 830-221-1150. The health department is also offering COVID-19 booster vaccines to residents by appointment.
To find other locations where vaccines are available for adults and children, visit www.vaccines.gov.
Residents needing a COVID-19 test can call their primary care physician or visit a local pharmacy, such as Walgreens or CVS.
For testing locations across the area, visit the Texas Division of Emergency Management website at meds.tdem.texas.gov. The testing location that was in the city hall parking lot has now closed.
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TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — Chez Reavie holed a long chip shot for eagle on the par-5 sixth hole and took a three-point lead Friday in the Barracuda Championship.
Reavie had a 19-point round in the modified Stableford scoring system event at Tahoe Mountain Club, getting five points for the eagle and 14 for seven birdies. Players also receive eight points for albatross, while a point is deducted for bogey and three taken away for double bogey or worse.
“It’s actually 2 1/2 birdies, so if you can make an eagle, you can kind of leapfrog guys on the leaderboard,” Reavie said. “I hit an OK tee shot kind of up the right side, so I had a little further in. Had to hit a 5-wood, so I kind of favored toward the right bunker side, and I just missed the bunker and had to chip across the green and was fortunate to knock it in.”
Reavie played the back nine first in his morning round, making four birdies. He added birdies on Nos. 3 and 4, had the eagle on No. 6 and birdied No. 8 to take a 28-point total into the weekend in the event co-sanctioned by the European tour.
“I think really having control of the golf ball out here really helps you,” Reavie said. “You’ve got to be in the fairway. Once you get in the rough, with the greens being firm, you can’t really be aggressive with your irons, so you have to drive the ball in the fairway.”
The 40-year-old from Mesa, Arizona, has two PGA Tour victories, taking the 2008 Canadian Open and the 2019 Travelers Championship.
Mark Hubbard, tied for the first-round lead with Charley Hoffman with 13 points, was tied for second with Henrik Norlander at 25 points. Hubbard had a 12-point round, and Norlander a 14-pointer.
The 33-year-old Hubbard is winless on the PGA Tour. He was third last week in Kentucky in the Barbasol Championship, the first of two straight U.S. events co-sanctioned by the European tour.
“It was tough early, man, with the cold and the elevation,” Hubbard said. “It’s hard to know how far the ball is going, and it seemed like every pin on our front nine, the back nine, was front with water short, so you couldn’t really play with it. So it was just tough to get the ball close early. Once it heated up and started going another 10 percent, I started making some birdies.”
Norlander had seven birdies in a bogey-free round. The 35-year-old Swede, also winless on the PGA Tour, made a weekend cut for only the third time in his last 16 starts. He had missed five straight cuts.
“I’m very pleased,” Norlander said. “It’s, first of all, nice to not make travel arrangements on Friday afternoon. I’ve been sort of used to that lately. Just a lot better attitude this week. ...
”There's a lot of bad voices in there, I’m not going to lie. But I think the key for me is to like accept that and then move from there. When I get bad, I try to avoid those voices, but they’re there."
Kevin Tway had 21 points. He birdied the first five holes in a 15-point day. Maverick McNealy and Martin Trainer followed at 19.
Hoffman had 15 after a two-point day. | https://www.mrt.com/sports/article/Chez-Reavie-has-late-eagle-leads-Barracuda-17308934.php | 2022-07-16T02:38:33Z | https://www.mrt.com/sports/article/Chez-Reavie-has-late-eagle-leads-Barracuda-17308934.php | true |
The comedy world has lost a bright star.
Jak Knight, the co-creator of Peacock's Bust Down and a stand-up comedian, passed away in Los Angeles on July 14, his family said in a statement to NBC News. He was 28.
A cause of death was not given and, in their statement, Knight's loved ones requested that "their privacy please be respected during this extremely difficult time."
During the course of his career, Knight held credits in both writing and acting. Not only did he co-create Bust Down, but he also starred in the series alongside Chris Redd, Sam Jay and Langston Kerman. In addition, the comic voiced the character of Devon on the Netflix's Big Mouth, as well as served as a writer in five seasons of the animated show.
As a writer, he worked on Lucas Bros Moving Co., Black-ish and Immoral Compass.
Back in 2018, Knight reflected on his involvement with Big Mouth. "Being a writer is amazing," he noted in an interview with RESPECT. Magazine, "and just being in the room with some of the most brilliant people alive and I get to sit across the table with people like Jordan Peele and Maya Rudolph it's surreal but it's a lot of work, work."
On stage, Knight performed in stand-up comedy shows around the world, according to his family's statement. His talent landed him a 2018 gig as a featured comic on Netflix's The Comedy Lineup.
In the wake of his passing, Comedy Central—who named Knight a "Comedy Central Comic to Watch" in 2014—took to Twitter to remember him and the legacy he leaves behind.
"Jak Knight was a hysterical and honest comedian," the network tweeted on July 15. "We will miss him tremendously."
(E! and Peacock are both part of the NBCUniversal family.) | https://www.eonline.com/news/1338263/comedian-and-bust-down-co-creator-jak-knight-dead-at-28 | 2022-07-16T02:45:31Z | https://www.eonline.com/news/1338263/comedian-and-bust-down-co-creator-jak-knight-dead-at-28 | true |
NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of SOL tokens ("SOL securities") between March 24, 2020 and the present, inclusive (the "Class Period"), against Solana Labs, Inc., the Solana Foundation, Anatoly Yakovenko, Multicoin Capital Management LLC, Kyle Samani, and FalconX LLC (together, "Defendants"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than September 6, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased SOL securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the SOL class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7539 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than September 6, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, Solana issues securities that are required to be, but are not, registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Throughout the Class Period, Defendants promoted SOL securities (SOL tokens) and sold them to investors, who has suffered losses from purchasing SOL securities.
To join the SOL class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7539 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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Two playoff contenders that have battled each other through a pair of down-to-the-wire games nearly three months apart will go at it again Friday night when the Milwaukee Brewers visit the San Francisco Giants in the continuation of a four-game series.
The teams have split their first two meetings of the season almost 2,200 miles apart, with the Giants rallying late for a 4-2 win at Milwaukee in a single game in April before the Brewers got even with a 3-2, 10-inning victory at San Francisco on Thursday.
Brewers ace Corbin Burnes pitched brilliantly in both games. On Friday, he will watch teammate Brandon Woodruff duel the Giants’ Alex Wood in a battle of veterans who have never lost to the opponent.
Woodruff (7-3, 4.01 ERA) has gone 1-0 with a 1.46 ERA in three career appearances against the Giants, two of which were as a starter. Both starts were last season, when he struck out 16 in 12 innings, allowing just two runs.
The right-hander went six innings, allowing one run, in a 6-2 win in San Francisco last August, his only previous visit to Oracle Park.
Woodruff is coming off a no-decision in a 4-3 home loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, a start in which he allowed three runs in six innings. The 29-year-old had won his previous two starts with 10 and eight strikeouts, respectively. He added nine against Pittsburgh.
Woodruff will see a Giants team that has struggled to score at home. In losing six of their last eight games at Oracle Park, San Francisco totaled just 14 runs in those defeats.
Wood (6-7, 4.43) had no such lack of offensive support in a 12-0 road win over the San Diego Padres in his most recent start on Sunday. The left-hander has allowed just one run in 12 innings in his last two starts, including seven shutout innings against the Padres.
Wood has never lost to the Brewers in six career appearances, just two of which have been starts, going 3-0 with a 1.65 ERA. The 31-year-old hasn’t faced Milwaukee since 2018 as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Other than the win, the best news for the Brewers in the series opener was the return of Christian Yelich from a sore back. He didn’t start for the third straight game but was deemed healthy enough to pinch run to start the 10th inning.
Yelich wound up scoring the winning run, dashing from second to third on an infield out before racing home on an infield hit by Jonathan Davis.
“Man, that felt like a playoff game,” Davis insisted shortly afterward. “The ball literally rolled our way tonight.”
No doubt, the Brewers would like to get Yelich back into the starting lineup Friday with Wood on the mound. Yelich has bombed his rival for 13 hits in 32 lifetime at-bats, a .406 average.
The Giants likely won’t have closer Camilo Doval in the rematch after he was called upon to go the final two innings with the game on the line in the opener. He gave up the game-winning hit by Davis — a two-out, two-strike chopper that barely went 75 feet.
“That’s a pretty significant workload for Doval,” Giants manager Gabe Kapler praised afterward. “We gave him the opportunity, and he delivered. Sometimes you deliver, and a dribbler down the third-base line is the difference in the game.”
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Some hospitals in Texas have reportedly refused to treat patients with major pregnancy complications for fear of violating the state’s abortion ban, the Texas Medical Association said in a letter this week.
The association did not name the hospitals but said it’s received complaints that hospitals, administrators and their attorneys may be prohibiting doctors from providing medically appropriate care in some situations, The Dallas Morning News reported.
Texas law bans most abortions after about six weeks of a pregnancy. A total ban — that includes an exemptions if a woman’s life or health is danger — will take effect in the coming weeks following last month’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
The letter, sent Wednesday to the Texas Medical Board, cited several examples in which medical care was delayed.
In one case, a central Texas hospital reportedly told a physician not to treat an ectopic pregnancy until it ruptured, the letter said. An ectopic pregnancy, which occurs when a fertilized egg attached outside of the uterus, is not viable.
“Delayed or prevented care in this scenario creates a substantial risk for the patient’s future reproductive ability and poses serious risk to the patient’s immediate physical wellbeing,” the letter said.
The Texas Medical Board confirmed it received the letter but a spokesperson said the board cannot confirm or deny any specific complaints.
The Biden administration issued guidance this week that said hospitals must provide abortion services if the life of the mother is at risk.
Texas sued Thursday over that guidance, arguing that the federal government isn’t authorized to require emergency healthcare providers to perform abortions. | https://www.fox16.com/news/health-news/ap-health/texas-hospitals-delaying-care-over-abortion-law-letter-says/ | 2022-07-16T02:58:55Z | https://www.fox16.com/news/health-news/ap-health/texas-hospitals-delaying-care-over-abortion-law-letter-says/ | false |
Vendors and telemarketing firms who contact customers without their consent may soon be subject to severe fines from the people they've harassed.
Also, READ: Uber in trouble as 550 women sue ride-hailing platform for sexual assaults by drivers
According to reputable sources, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs has started a survey on imposing penalties on companies who engage in unwanted commercial communication.
An unnamed Ministry official informed ANI that the idea has been floated that those who make unwanted phone calls might face fines of up to Rs 100 each. Government coffers will not benefit from the money, but unsolicited call recipients would.
While TRAI has set clear guidelines on unwanted communication, customers still get calls from telemarketers and businesses who do not have their consent. A DND (Do Not Disturb) registry has at least partially alleviated the issue of unsolicited calls and text messages.
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has established a cap on service charges imposed by hotels and restaurants. It has also lately taken action against several ed-tech businesses for promoting fraudulent reviews.
(With inputs from ANI) | https://www.dnaindia.com/business/report-telemarketers-making-unsolicited-calls-may-soon-have-to-pay-heavy-fines-to-victim-consumers-2969010 | 2022-07-16T03:03:58Z | https://www.dnaindia.com/business/report-telemarketers-making-unsolicited-calls-may-soon-have-to-pay-heavy-fines-to-victim-consumers-2969010 | false |
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China Will Agree to Aid ‘At Some Point,’ Sri Lanka Envoy Says
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,(Bloomberg) -- Sri Lanka is continuing negotiations with China for as much as $4 billion in aid and is confident Beijing will agree “at some point,” according to a top envoy.
Colombo is asking China for a loan of $1 billion to repay an equivalent amount of Chinese debt coming due this year, Palitha Kohona, Sri Lanka’s ambassador to China, said in an interview to Bloomberg Television Friday. It is also seeking a $1.5 billion credit line to pay for Chinese imports and activation of a $1.5 billion swap, he added.
“We are confident that at some point the Chinese system will agree to our requests because these are not unreasonable requests,” Kohona said. “We have made similar requests to other creditors. Sri Lanka needs the funding to bring stability to our financial system and we are confident that the Chinese will come to the party sooner than later.”
The bankrupt South Asian country has received about $3.8 billion in aid from neighbor India, and is negotiating for more. The cash is needed to pay for food and fuel purchases, with severe shortages seen stoking inflation to 70%, triggering violent public protests and forcing President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to flee the nation and resign.
Sri Lanka’s federal government has about $12.6 billion in outstanding bonds owed to global funds; all repayments are frozen and defaults have been recorded. It owes roughly an equivalent amount to bilateral creditors and multilateral lenders.
Some 10% of Sri Lanka’s external debt is owed to China, Kohona said. Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe had told Bloomberg News earlier that Japan is owed roughly an equal share but the interest rates on Chinese loans are higher. Wickremesinghe is seeking a bailout from the International Monetary Fund.
India has urged the IMF to treat all of Sri Lanka’s creditors on par. China is concerned about potential delays in repayments if the agreed $1.5 billion swap is included in IMF talks, Sri Lankan authorities have said. Kohona declined to say if China will permit Sri Lanka to tap the swap but said this line won’t be included in IMF talks.
Kohona on Friday said Sri Lanka’s relationship with “close, vital neighbor” India isn’t dependent on the island’s “warm, proximate” relationship with China. He added that China-Sri Lanka relations will survive the departure of Rajapaksa, who was seen as close to Beijing.
“The president has gone, but in coming weeks we will decide on a successor,” Kohona said. “What we went through was a popular uprising, a popular expression of disenchantment. The people have expressed themselves.”
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