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The Sleepy Hollow Theatre and Arts Park is a name that’s well-known to the patrons of the arts in the Bismarck-Mandan area. For over 30 years, it’s been delighting the BisMan community with its live performances set out in the open air, surrounded by the beauty of nature.
The theater is close to wrapping up the first half of its 2022 season with one final performance of The Little Mermaid Jr. Humorous and heartwarming, this live version of the film features original songs and the same charm of the Disney film. But before heading down under the sea, it’s best to familiarize oneself with the shore and area above it — meaning it’s a good idea to take a look at the history and structure of Sleepy Hollow too. KX’s correspondent took a dive into the theater to salvage a few facts and photos from behind the scenes of The Little Mermaid Jr.
The ‘Legend’ of Sleepy Hollow
Originally established in 1990, the outdoor theater has since produced over 50 musicals in the span of its 32 years in service. During this run, over 180,000 community residents — including students, teachers, volunteers, and musicians — have lent their talent to the productions, bringing the stage to an even larger number of audience members ((estimated to number over 200,000). This, they claim, is to help ‘fan the sparks of creativity’ in the surrounding area. Their plays, in particular, bring young actors and singers 18 and under to the stage to flex their creative talents.
It’s done such a good job of doing this, in fact, that they’ve needed to open more shows and season performances in order to fit the community’s desire to educate students and perform. In 2007, Sleepy Hollow added a second play to their seasons and continued this trend with a third tacked on in 2017. New additions are still frequent to this day.
A Look Backstage
As part of our private engagement, Sleepy Hollow was more than happy to give our correspondent a tour of what goes on backstage at the outdoor theater before a show. Though we suppose ‘backstage’ isn’t as accurate as ‘beneathstage’ when it comes to this unique design. The lower sections underneath the stage have since been converted into the costuming, makeup, and prop areas for the theater, allowing for the lower segments to serve as their own multipurpose headquarters. Here’s a little look at these underground operations.
Showtime!
Before the main attraction, those dreaming of the stage who may not be old enough to take on a role in the main play were able to participate and show off in Sleepy Hollow’s Rising Stars program. Before the show dove under the water, the young performers took the audience for a bit of island-hopping as they performed a selection of songs from fellow Disney film ‘Moana’.
Anyone who thinks of the story of The Little Mermaid will no doubt recall any of its iconic moments, and failing that, at least know a few of its immortal musical numbers like “Under the Sea”, “Part of Your World”, “Kiss the Girl”, or “Poor Unfortunate Souls” (if you’re always secretly waiting for the villain songs like this writer). Not only does this youth musical include all of these iconic scenes and songs, but adds even more — with characters like Scuttle the Seagull and Prince Eric receiving their own musical numbers. This means that even if you’re a huge fan of the original, there are still plenty of reasons to check out this adaptation. While we won’t spoil everything the live performance has to offer, we’ve brought you a few of our favorites.
Indulge in Intermission
Even during intermission, there’s plenty to enjoy at Sleepy Hollow during the Little Mermaid. In addition to merchandise stands selling play merchandise, toy mermaids, and children’s books, the fully-stocked concession stands offer both traditional theater snacks (popcorn, candy, soda) and more unique items like apples and ice cream with hot caramel sauce. There’s also an upper level to the concessions stand for private receptions.
The final performance of The Little Mermaid at the theatre takes place on Saturday, July 23. Gates open at 7:00 p.m., and the show itself begins at 8. Admission is $15.
The next series of performances at the theater will be Legally Blonde: The Musical. Stay following the KX News website for coverage of the latest performances from Sleepy Hollow, and check the theatre out on its website.
The entire cast takes a bow at the end of the play. | https://www.kxnet.com/news/local-news/photos-dive-into-sleepy-hollow-theater-with-the-little-mermaid-jr/ | 2022-07-23T19:27:01Z | https://www.kxnet.com/news/local-news/photos-dive-into-sleepy-hollow-theater-with-the-little-mermaid-jr/ | true |
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — After the massacre at Uvalde’s Robb Elementary School in May, Jesse Rizo was worried about his old friend, police chief Pete Arredondo.
Blame for the botched police response was being directed heavily at Arredondo when Rizo texted him just days after the shooting: “Been thinking of and praying for you.”
Two months later, with investigations and body-camera video spotlighting the hesitant and haphazard response by police to the killing of two teachers and 19 students, Rizo remains worried about Arredondo. He also wants him fired.
Rizo’s complicated feelings toward his Uvalde High School classmate capture the type of mixed emotions that families of victims and many residents of this close-knit community are navigating as they channel their grief and fury into demands for change.
“I care about Pete. I care that he’s mentally OK. I don’t want a human to start to lose it,” said Rizo, who is distantly related to a 9-year-old girl who was killed at Robb Elementary. “But I also want to hold people accountable who don’t perform their jobs properly.”
The 50-year-old Arredondo, who as head of the school district’s small police department was one of the first officers on the scene, has taken much of the blame for not immediately storming the classroom and confronting the shooter. He has not responded to repeated requests for comment from The Associated Press.
This week, the Uvalde school board abruptly scheduled a meeting to discuss firing Arredondo, only to cancel it days later. As officials weigh their options, residents are growing impatient with unanswered calls to hold people accountable for the bewildering 77 minutes of inaction by nearly 400 police officers who responded to the school shooting.
But the mere possibility of his firing after months of resistance from local officials stands as a demonstration of the victims’ families’ rising political clout.
The strain over how to move forward is visible in the signs that have popped up all over town. “Uvalde United.” “Uvalde Must Stand Together.” While those signs mean different things depending on whom you ask, other signs are more pointed: “Prosecute Pete Arredondo.”
Family ties and political struggles go back generations in Uvalde, a community where nearly three-quarters of the residents are Hispanic. Locals had largely revered the police before the shooting. Uvalde’s leaders, many of whom are white, share church pews with their fiercest critics. And demanding accountability can mean calling for the job of your friend, neighbor or employer.
It’s a town with a “power structure” and “unwritten rules” that make it hard for many people to speak out, said Michael Ortiz, a local college professor who moved to Uvalde 13 years ago and said his tenure allows him to be vocal in a way that’s not viable for many of the community’s mostly working-class residents.
“Someone’s boss might not like that,” Ortiz said. “They are afraid even to march.”
Since the shooting, the mostly Hispanic parents of the victims have struggled to make their demands heard by the city and school district. Local officials initially resisted releasing information and calls to fire officers. But things are shifting.
In a sign of growing political activism, more than 300 people have registered to vote in Uvalde since the shooting — more than double the number in the same period during the last midterm election season. And in July, over 100 protesters braved 106-degree heat to call for stronger gun regulations — including raising the minimum age to buy an assault weapon — and for greater transparency from local and state authorities investigating the shooting.
That was the largest local demonstration since 1970, when the school district’s refusal to renew the contract of a popular Robb Elementary teacher prompted one of Texas’ longest school walkouts over demands for equal education for Mexican American residents. That teacher’s son is Ronnie Garza, a Uvalde County commissioner.
Garza said the shooting has changed the community, uniting people in grief but dividing them on questions of accountability. “We are a desperate people right now. We are yelling here that way, we are yelling (the other) way, for somebody to listen to us, to come and help us,” said Garza.
Faced with incomplete and contradictory accounts from local and state law enforcement, the families of those killed in Uvalde have begun to make people listen.
After state lawmakers issued a damning report that found “systemic failures and egregiously poor decision making” by both police and school officials, the Uvalde school board held a special session to hear from parents. Superintendent Hal Harrell apologized for previously being “too formal” and not letting the victims’ families say their piece.
“Trying to find the right time, the right balance out of respect, I did not do well,” said Harrell, who is white and spoke in an auditorium named for his father, who was also superintendent.
For the next three hours, grieving parents and community members upbraided the board, saying that if it didn’t hold people accountable they would lose their jobs. Some told Harrell he wasn’t living up to his father’s legacy, while others referenced the 1970 lockout and said they hoped he would do better, drawing applause. People called for the whole school police force to be fired and jeered at state troopers standing at the room’s edges.
Rizo, who was at that meeting, said he cannot respect how the police chief or the many other officers he knows handled their jobs that day. “There are consequences to that,” he said. “I can’t understand why he wouldn’t just resign.”
But the long history between them tugs at Rizo too. In the text he sent Arredondo days after the shooting, he said: “Please be strong and be patient.”
Arredondo responded: “Good to hear from you, bro. Thank you and please keep praying for the babies.” They haven’t spoken since.
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For more AP coverage of the Uvalde school shooting: https://apnews.com/hub/uvalde-school-shooting | https://www.kron4.com/top-stories/ap-top-headlines/in-uvalde-closeness-complicates-accountability-for-shooting/ | 2022-07-23T19:30:51Z | https://www.kron4.com/top-stories/ap-top-headlines/in-uvalde-closeness-complicates-accountability-for-shooting/ | false |
Joy Corrigan shows off her jaw-dropping figure in a neon green bikini during photoshoot in Miami
Joy Corrigan shows off her stunning figure in a neon green bikini during VDM swimwear photoshoot at One Hotel in Miami
Joy Corrigan caused the temperature to rise during Wednesday a bikini photo shoot at One Hotel in Miami.
The 27-year-old model showed off her formidable figure in a neon green bikini with a bandeau top from VDM The Label, which emphasized her fitted waist and endless legs.
The 5ft 8in runway sensation paired the sizzling look with enveloping white platform heels.
Sizzling: Joy Corrigan sent the temperature up on Wednesday during a bikini photo shoot at One Hotel in Miami
The Massachusetts-born babe adorned the beach outfit with a pair of gold hoops and a beaded necklace.
The blond beauty wore her locks parted in the middle and down over her shoulders in gentle waves.
She emphasized her gorgeous features and wore a touch of delicate makeup, including pale pink blush and matching lipstick on her pout.
Bikini babe: The 27-year-old model showed off her formidable figure in a neon green bikini with a bandeau top from VDM The Label, which emphasized her fitted waist and endless legs
Joy further completed the look with square brown tinted sunglasses and at one point she was seen with her curves from behind.
The model recently looked nothing short of sensational as she showed off her figure while hoping for hula on the runway during Beach Bunny’s fashion show at The Paraiso Tent in Miami.
The Victoria’s Secret vet roared in a tiny pink thong bikini as she strolled the runway before demonstrating her hoop skills at the South Beach venue during Miami Swim Week.
Showing off: The 5ft 8in runway sensation showed off her curves from the back
Joy looked in her element as she stunned onlookers with her incredibly slender and toned figure, featuring her little two-piece with lots of skin.
Her swimwear had gold chain detailing on the halter top and bottom and a criss-cross section that went over her washboard belly.
The beauty increased her height with a pair of sky-high nude platform heels, and Joy wore no other accessories so as not to distract from her killer body.
Talented: The model recently looked nothing short of sensational when she showed off her hula figure as she hopped the runway at Beach Bunny’s fashion show at The Paraiso Tent in Miami
On Saturday, the beauty took to her Instagram Stories to share two clips of her notorious beau Mehran Moghaddam playing tennis.
Moghaddam is the CEO of a cannabis company called Kurvana.
The duo were also pictured in the front row at a side-by-side Miami Swim Week fashion show this Thursday, as was TikTok personality Olivia Ponton.
She has also been busy promoting her own swimsuit line, Naked Species, with a new collection coming to the market 1 August.
His cheerleader: On Saturday, the beauty took to her Instagram Stories to share two clips of her notorious beau Mehran Moghaddam playing tennis
Stylish duo: The duo was also pictured in the front row at a side-by-side Miami Swim Week fashion show this Thursday, as was TikTok personality Olivia Ponton | https://whatsnew2day.com/joy-corrigan-shows-off-her-jaw-dropping-figure-in-a-neon-green-bikini-during-photoshoot-in-miami/ | 2022-07-23T19:35:01Z | https://whatsnew2day.com/joy-corrigan-shows-off-her-jaw-dropping-figure-in-a-neon-green-bikini-during-photoshoot-in-miami/ | true |
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden likely contracted a highly contagious variant of the coronavirus spreading rapidly through the United States, and now has body aches and a sore throat since his positive test, according to an update from his doctor on Saturday.
The variant, known as BA.5, is an offshoot of the omicron strain that emerged late last year, and it's believed to be responsible for the vast majority of coronavirus cases in the country.
Dr. Kevin O’Connor, the president’s physician, wrote in his latest update on Biden's condition that Biden's earlier symptoms, including a runny nose and a cough, have become “less troublesome.” O'Connor's earlier notes did not mention the sore throat or body aches.
Biden's vital signs, such as blood pressure and respiratory rate, “remain entirely normal,” and his oxygen saturation levels are “excellent” with “no shortness of breath at all," the doctor wrote.
O'Connor said the results of the preliminary sequencing that indicated the BA.5 variant do not affect Biden's treatment plan “in any way.”
Biden tested positive for the virus on Thursday morning. He has been isolating in the White House residence since then. Administration officials have emphasized that his symptoms are mild because he has received four vaccine doses, and he started taking the antiviral drug Paxlovid after becoming infected.
During a virtual meeting with economic advisers on Friday, Biden was hoarse but insisted, “I feel much better than I sound.”
In his previous update on Biden’s health, O’Connor said the president had an elevated temperature of 99.4 F on Thursday evening, but it returned to normal after taking Tylenol. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-covid-ba-5-variant/507-c0517d5d-a0fa-4ffd-b55d-a88d35449c1a | 2022-07-23T19:39:20Z | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-covid-ba-5-variant/507-c0517d5d-a0fa-4ffd-b55d-a88d35449c1a | true |
PHILADELPHIA — Nelson Velázquez does not like hitting against position players. Maybe he’ll feel a little better now – especially after such a rare accomplishment in Cubs history.
Velázquez hit two late homers – including a ninth-inning drive off Phillies backup catcher Garrett Stubbs – and drove in five runs, Seiya Suzuki and Willson Contreras also went deep and Chicago routed Philadelphia 15-2 on Friday night.
Velázquez replaced Rafael Ortega in the eighth and hit a pinch-hit, two-run shot off JoJo Romero.
With the Cubs ahead by nine runs, Phillies interim manager Rob Thomson sent Stubbs to the mound in the ninth. Velázquez connected for his second home run in as many innings, a three-run shot to left field off Stubbs that made it 13-1. Two batters later, Suzuki cleared the wall in center with a two-run drive.
“To be honest, I hate facing position players,” Velázquez said. “Some position players throw really slow, others throw harder. Sometimes you really don’t know what they want to throw. They’re trying to get you out. I just tried to be easy and not do too much.”
When Velázquez’s drive cleared the wall off an 84 mph Stubbs fastball, he became just the second Cubs player since at least 1901 to come off the bench and hit two homers. Thad Bosley also did it on Aug. 12, 1985, against Montreal.
“It feels amazing,” Velázquez said.
Ian Happ and Suzuki each had four hits and Christopher Morel added three hits for the Cubs, who won their second in a row after losing nine straight.
Kyle Schwarber upped his NL-leading home run total to 30 with a solo drive in the first inning for the Phillies. Darick Hall contributed a pinch-hit homer with two outs in the ninth.
Chicago entered with the fourth-fewest wins in the majors while Philadelphia is in the thick of the NL wild-card playoff race. The Cubs outhit the Phillies 19-6.
Justin Steele (4-6) allowed one run and four hits in five innings.
“One of those outings you have to grind through,” Steele said.
Kyle Gibson (5-4) gave up six runs in 4 1/3 innings.
“Maybe his command was off a little bit,” Thomson said.
It was 1-all when Philadelphia’s sloppy defense in the fifth helped the Cubs score six times.
After Alfonso Rivas drew a leadoff walk, Morel followed with an RBI double and wound up scoring on the play when first baseman Rhys Hoskins made a wild throw that went into center field.
Happ hit an RBI single that finished Gibson and Nico Hoerner greeted right-handed reliever Jeurys Familia with a two-run double to left. Patrick Wisdom followed with another run-scoring double for a 7-1 lead.
SCHWARBER DRIVE
Schwarber, fresh off his second All-Star game and second appearance in the Home Run Derby, hit the first pitch of the game by Steele over the wall in right. He is the fifth-fastest Phillies player to reach 30 homers in a season, behind Jim Thome, Ryan Howard, Mike Schmidt and Chuck Klein.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Cubs: RHP Adbert Alzolay, out all season with a right shoulder strain, is throwing bullpens, but there is no timetable for his return. … OF Jason Heyward (right knee inflammation) continues to do baseball activities. … LHP Wade Miley (left shoulder strain) threw a bullpen session on Friday. He has been on the IL since June 11. … LHP Brad Wieck had Tommy John surgery on Wednesday.
Phillies: OF Bryce Harper (fractured left thumb) will be reevaluated on Monday. The 2021 NL MVP had surgery on June 29 and is targeting a return at some point this season. … RHP Sam Coonrod (right shoulder strain) pitched a scoreless inning, striking out two, in a rehab appearance at Single-A Clearwater on Friday. Coonrod hasn’t pitched in the majors this season.
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Cubs RHP Marcus Stroman (2-5, 4.69) opposes Phillies RHP Zack Wheeler (8-5, 2.89) in the second game of the three-game set on Saturday evening. | https://www.trentonian.com/2022/07/23/schwarber-connects-on-no-30-but-little-else-goes-right-as-phillies-start-2nd-half-with-bad-loss-to-cubs/ | 2022-07-23T19:47:24Z | https://www.trentonian.com/2022/07/23/schwarber-connects-on-no-30-but-little-else-goes-right-as-phillies-start-2nd-half-with-bad-loss-to-cubs/ | false |
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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A man charged with fatally shooting a Rochester police officer, and wounding the officer’s partner and someone nearby, pleaded not guilty Saturday.
During a brief court appearance, Kelvin Vickers pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder, attempted murder, assault and weapons counts. He was ordered held without bail.
According to police, the 21-year-old fired multiple rounds into a unmarked, parked vehicle late Thursday, killing 29-year veteran Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz and wounding Officer Sino Seng. A 15-year-old girl in a nearby house was also shot and wounded.
The two officers were part of a plainclothes unit and were investigating a murder. Vickers was found an hour later in a vacant house nearby, and police said a loaded handgun was found that may have been used in the shooting.
Vickers is from the Boston area and has an extensive criminal background, according to police, who didn't say why Vickers was in Rochester.
He was represented by a public defender at Saturday's arraignment but indicated he would be seeking his own attorney, the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle reported.
Seng was hit in the lower body and was treated at a hospital and released. Authorities said Friday that the girl, who was struck by a bullet that penetrated a wall, was recovering. | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-killing-Rochester-officer-pleads-17324666.php | 2022-07-23T19:48:45Z | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-killing-Rochester-officer-pleads-17324666.php | true |
HONOLULU (AP) — An active-duty U.S. Marine accused in the stabbing death of his wife is in custody and facing a second-degree murder charge.
The Honolulu Police Department said Saturday that Bryant Tejeda-Castillo was being held on $1 million bail.
Police say he was captured shortly after the Wednesday killing of 27-year-old Dana Alotaibi along a freeway. Police say he was taken to the Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu with what one witness said were several self-inflicted wounds.
Alotaibi's friends said she was pregnant, but police said they are awaiting autopsy results.
A police spokesman on Saturday said he didn’t know if Tejeda-Castillo remained at the hospital or had been transferred elsewhere. Tejeda-Castillo was arrested on a warrant of second-degree murder.
Alotaibi’s mother, Natalia Cespedes, told Hawaii News Now that her daughter faced abuse from her husband and was able to get the military's version of a restraining order against Tejeda-Castillo, who was stationed on the island of Oahu.
Cespedes said she believes her daughter would still be alive if military officials had acted on her daughter's requests for help.
“Probably because she’s a woman they don’t care, or she looked like crazy, they don’t care,” Cespedes said.
In a statement, the U.S. Marine Corps said it was aware of the situation.
“We can confirm that the Marine suspect’s command was engaged with both him and the victim, and were responsive to those allegations and concerns that the command was made aware of," it said. "Due to the ongoing nature of the criminal investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further on this topic.”
Witnesses who stopped to help after the stabbing described as a horrific scene.
“I ran there and told him to let her go," George Schmidt told Hawaii News Now. "I just seen blood all over her, she was full of blood.”
He said he saw the suspect wound himself. | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/US-Marine-in-custody-after-stabbing-death-of-wife-17324627.php | 2022-07-23T19:49:10Z | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/US-Marine-in-custody-after-stabbing-death-of-wife-17324627.php | true |
(iSeeCars) – The latest iSeeCars.com analysis found the fastest-selling new car during the month of June was the Subaru Crosstrek on a list that is predominantly comprised of small SUVs. The fastest-selling used car is the Tesla Model Y, topping a list that is dominated by alternative-fuel vehicles.
Analyzing over 224,000 new and used cars sold in June 2022, iSeeCars.com found that overall, the average new car takes 37.2 days to sell and the average used car takes 52.1 days to sell. Both new and used cars took longer to sell in June compared with May, when new cars took 33.1 days to sell and used cars took 50.4 days.
Used car prices increased 10.5 percent in June over last year and also increased slightly over last month with the average used car price in June costing $34,154 compared to $34,119 in May.
“Both new and used car prices rose in June over May as inventory constraints continue to plague the new and used car market,” said iSeeCars Executive Analyst Karl Brauer. “Rising interest rates and high gas prices have also heightened demand for more efficient and affordable vehicles.”
Fastest-Selling New Cars
iSeeCars identified the top 20 fastest-selling new cars, which sell 1.4 to 2.9 times faster than the average new vehicle and average 21.0 days on dealers’ lots. Small SUVs comprise the majority of the top 20 list, with 13 vehicles. Of the small SUVs, three are hybrids.
The fastest-selling new car is the Subaru Crosstrek, which takes 12.9 days to sell. It’s joined by three additional Subarus including the Forester compact SUV, the Impreza compact car, and the Outback compact sports wagon. “The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek subcompact SUV has soared in popularity and had a 66.4 percent increase in sales over June 2021, and the Impreza compact car had a 28.2 percent sales increase,” said Brauer. “Conversely, the Forester and Outback, which are typically Subaru’s most popular models, saw a sales decline in the wake of inventory challenges.”
Two Honda vehicles make the list including the second-ranked Civic compact car and the fourth-ranked CR-V compact SUV. “Honda is among automakers with the tightest inventory, and June sales of the Honda Civic and Honda CR-V decreased 54 percent and 45 percent respectively compared to last year,” said Brauer. “The demand for the popular small sedan and crossover is likely exacerbated by high gas prices as demand outpaces supply.”
Three Toyotas make the list including the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid compact SUV, the Toyota Camry midsize sedan, and the Toyota Highlander midsize SUV. “Demand has been high for Toyota’s fuel-efficient and hybrid vehicles, especially the RAV4 Hybrid, which had its highest sales ever for the first half of 2022,” said Brauer. “Overall, Toyota continues to struggle with inventory issues as June sales were down 17.9 percent compared to last year.”
Four vehicles from Kia-Hyundai made the list, including the Kia Telluride midsize SUV, the Kia Forte compact car, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid compact SUV, and the Kia Sportage compact SUV. “The Kia Sportage had all-time record sales in June, the perennially popular Kia Telluride saw year over year gains despite Kia’s tight inventory levels, and a renewed interest in small affordable cars led to low inventory levels for the Kia Forte,” said Brauer. “Hyundai is also facing inventory challenges with a 13 percent decrease in June sales compared to last year, with demand for the fuel-efficient Tucson Hybrid SUV outpacing supply.”
Two recently-released small SUVs make the list including the Ford Bronco compact off-road SUV and the subcompact Chevrolet Trailblazer. “The Ford Bronco is in such high demand that dealerships stopped taking retail orders for the vehicles for the 2022 model year,” said Brauer. “General Motors changed its ordering method for the popular Trailblazer to speed up the ordering process in an effort to keep up with consumer demand for this affordable and fuel-efficient SUV.”
An additional subcompact SUV, the Nissan Kicks also makes the list. “Sales of the Nissan Kicks are down 28.2 percent over last year, and demand for the small and affordable SUV is outweighing available supply.”
Both the gasoline version and the hybrid version of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited make the list. “Jeep’s second quarter sales were down 11 percent over last year due to inventory constraints, but the Jeep Wrangler Hybrid is the best-selling plug-in hybrid in the country,” said Brauer.
Two luxury SUVs round out the list: the compact BMW X3 and the midsize Mercedes-Benz GLE. “Supply constraints have impacted sales of the BMW X3 and raised demand for available models, as the vehicle had a 12.1 percent sales decline in the second quarter of 2022 compared to last year,” said Brauer. “The Mercedes-Benz GLE was Mercedes’ second-highest seller in the second quarter of 2022, but it had a sales decline of 13.5 percent compared to last year.”
Fastest-Selling Used Vehicles
iSeeCars also analyzed the top 20 fastest-selling used vehicles. The average used car takes 52.1 days to sell, while the top 20 fastest-selling vehicles average 31.7 days and sell 1.4 to 2 times faster than the average used vehicle. The list of fastest-selling used vehicles is evenly split between alternative-fuel vehicles and gasoline vehicles.
The fastest-selling used vehicle is the Tesla Model Y electric crossover, which takes an average 24.9 days to sell. It’s joined by two additional Tesla Models, the Model 3 and the Model X. “The earliest delivery time for a new Tesla Model Y is January 2023 for the base model and August 2022 for the performance version, which is further elevating the demand for the used versions that just entered the used car marketplace,” said Brauer. “The Model X and Model 3 have waitlists for their new versions as well, which include April 2023 for the base Model X and October 2022 for the base Model 3.”
An additional electric vehicle, the Ford Mustang Mach-E, also makes the list. “The Ford Mustang Mach-E has been in high demand since it debuted in 2021, and Ford recently stopped taking orders for new versions of the Mach-E after wait times exceeded 32 weeks,” said Brauer.
Six hybrid vehicles make the list including the Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Ford F-150 Hybrid, the Honda Accord Hybrid, and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. “Just as in the new car marketplace, hybrid and plug-in hybrids are hot sellers as fuel prices continued to skyrocket in June,” said Brauer.
Three luxury vehicles make the list, including the Acura ILX, the Audi A4, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, and the Audi Q3. “Demand for fuel-efficient small luxury SUVs and luxury sedans has also increased in the wake of high gas prices,” said Brauer.
Two sporty cars make the list including the Chevrolet Camaro convertible and the Subaru WRX compact sports sedan. “The Chevrolet Camaro and the Subaru WRX are relatively affordable performance cars that still offer reasonable fuel efficiency compared to many performance models,” said Brauer.
Four passenger cars round out the list: the Mazda MAZDA3 compact car, the Kia K5 midsize sedan, the Honda Civic compact car, and the Chevrolet Spark subcompact hatchback. “The Kia K5 was new for the 2021 model year, and demand for new versions has steadily risen, causing new models to be consistently priced above MSRP,” said Brauer. “The Mazda MAZDA3 and the Honda Civic are popular with shoppers who want a relatively affordable and fuel-efficient used car amid current used car price hikes, while the Chevrolet Spark is one of the lowest-priced used cars available.”
“New car inventory is expected to remain tight through 2022 as microchip shortages persist and as automakers struggle to meet pent-up demand,” said Brauer. “New and used car shoppers should act quickly if they see their desired vehicle for sale, and buyers will likely need to be flexible on color and trim options for in-demand models.”
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Methodology
iSeeCars.com analyzed over 224,000 new and used car sales (model years 2017-2021 for used cars) from June 2022. The number of days that each car was listed for sale on iSeeCars.com was aggregated at the model level, and the average days on market for each was mathematically modeled. Heavy-duty vehicles, models no longer in production prior to the 2022 model year, and low-volume models were excluded from further analysis.
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HONOLULU (KHON2) — A man is in custody as part of an attempted murder investigation after police in Hawaii said he used a sword to attack another man in Waikiki.
Witnesses said it started with an argument. Michael Suissa, a visitor from Switzerland, stopped by an area 7-Eleven Thursday night to get some ice cream. Little did he know he would witness a gruesome attack.
“For me what happened here is like the world became crazy,” Suissa said.
Another witness, who identified himself as Johnny, said he still can’t believe what happened — especially the part about the sword.
Both Johnny and Suissa both said the incident began after an argument between two men inside a 7-Eleven. It looked like the men had their disagreements in the past, both witnesses said.
Johnny said things escalated quickly after the two left the store.
“I saw the guy actually come with a sword and he just sliced the other guy’s hand, and it was on the floor,” Johnny said. He added that the victim’s entire hand was gone from the wrist down. The victim was also sliced down the side of his body, Johnny said.
Suissa said the victim remained standing for a moment before falling to the ground.
“He looked like he’s in shock,” Suissa explained. “He didn’t understand what happened to him.”
After the attack, Suissa said the suspect ran to the back of the store and dumped the sword before running down the street, where he was later arrested.
Suissa said he’s still shocked by what happened, and the fact the suspect had the sword with him in the store.
“What he did to this guy, he changed his life,” Suissa said. “[The victim], it’s not like yesterday. His life is totally different. He lost his palm, just for a simple argument.”
The victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Johnny said the incident changed his perspective on Waikiki, too.
“I’m from Miami,” he explained. “There is crime in Miami, but I’ve never seen anything like this before … It was a horrible experience.” | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national-news/victim-loses-hand-in-hawaii-sword-attack-it-was-on-the-floor/ | 2022-07-23T19:54:16Z | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national-news/victim-loses-hand-in-hawaii-sword-attack-it-was-on-the-floor/ | false |
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., July 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sesame Place Philadelphia apologizes to the Brown family. The park is taking action to deliver a more equitable and inclusive experience. The park releases the following statement today.
"We sincerely and wholeheartedly apologize to the Brown family for what they experienced. To be very clear, what the two young girls experienced, what the family experienced, is unacceptable. It happened in our park, with our team, and we own that. It is our responsibility to make this better for the children and the family and to be better for all families.
We have been in contact with the family since Sunday morning and have spoken with their lawyers as recently as today. We have offered to meet the family and their attorneys in person to personally deliver an apology and an acknowledgement that we are holding ourselves accountable for what happened. We want to listen to them to understand how the experience impacted their family and to understand what we can do better for them and all guests who visit our parks. We are committed to learning all we can from this situation to make meaningful change. We want every child who comes to our park to feel included, seen and inspired.
We are taking action and are reviewing our practices to identify necessary changes, both in the immediate and long-term. We are instituting mandatory training for all our employees so that we can better recognize, understand, and deliver an inclusive, equitable and entertaining experience for all our guests. We have engaged with nationally recognized experts in this area.
We take this extremely seriously. We are heartbroken by what these young girls and this family experienced in our park. It is antithetical to our values, principles, and purpose. We are committed to working tirelessly and intentionally to make this situation better. We will do the necessary work for the long haul -- not just in the public eye, but also behind the scenes and within ourselves."
About Sesame Place
Sesame Place Philadelphia, the only theme park on the East Coast based entirely on the award-winning show, Sesame Street®, was the first theme park in the world to become a Certified Autism Center. The park has more than 25 Sesame Street-themed attractions, entertaining character shows and parades, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, and everyone's favorite furry friends. Celebrate family-friendly events all year long at Sesame Place including Elmo's Furry Fun Fest, Elmo's Eggstravaganza, Elmo's Springtacular, Summer Fun Fest, The Count's Halloween Spooktacular, and A Very Furry Christmas. Conveniently located 30 minutes from Philadelphia and 90 minutes from NYC, Sesame Place is ideal for families with kids of all ages. For more information, visit www.sesameplace.com and follow the park on Facebook and Instagram.
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Disney parks change ‘fairy godmother’ title to gender-neutral ‘apprentice,’ report says
(Gray News) - Employees at Disney’s popular Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiques are reportedly getting a more gender-neutral title.
Disney shared that “Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices” at Disney World and Disneyland will now help children dress up as their favorite characters at the boutique and get them storybook stunning upon reopening on Aug. 25.
According to Streaming The Magic, a blog dedicated to Disney events, the boutique cast members were previously “Fairy God Mothers in Training,” but the name change to apprentices will allow workers who do not identify as women to be a part of the magic.
According to the blog, the boutique has been a longtime tradition for families to bring their children to get dressed and styled as their favorite Disney characters.
The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiques have been closed since the early stages of the pandemic, but Disney reports online reservations will once again be available in early August.
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VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis’ trip to Canada to apologize for the horrors of church-run Indigenous residential schools marks a radical rethink of the Catholic Church’s missionary legacy, spurred on by the first pope from the Americas and the discovery of hundreds of probable graves at the school sites.
Francis has said his weeklong visit, which begins Sunday, is a “penitential pilgrimage” to beg forgiveness on Canadian soil for the “evil” done to Native peoples by Catholic missionaries. It follows his April 1 apology in the Vatican for the generations of trauma Indigenous peoples suffered as a result of a church-enforced policy to eliminate their culture and assimilate them into Canadian, Christian society.
Francis’ tone of personal repentance has signaled a notable shift for the papacy, which has long acknowledged abuses in the residential schools and strongly asserted the rights and dignity of Indigenous peoples. But past popes have also hailed the sacrifice and holiness of the European Catholic missionaries who brought Christianity to the Americas — something Francis, too, has done but isn’t expected to emphasize during this trip.
Cardinal Michael Czerny, a Canadian Jesuit who is a top papal adviser, recalled that early on in his papacy, Francis asserted that no single culture can claim a hold on Christianity, and that the church cannot demand that people on other continents imitate the European way of expressing the faith.
“If this conviction had been accepted by everyone involved in the centuries after the ‘discovery’ of the Americas, much suffering would have been avoided, great developments would have occurred and the Americas would be all-around better,” he told The Associated Press in an email.
The trip won’t be easy for the 85-year-old Francis or for residential school survivors and their families. Francis can no longer walk without assistance and will be using a wheelchair and cane because of painful strained knee ligaments. Trauma experts are being deployed at all events to provide mental health assistance for school survivors, given the likelihood of triggering memories.
“It is an understatement to say there are mixed emotions,” said Chief Desmond Bull of the Louis Bull Tribe, one of the First Nations that are part of the Maskwacis territory where Francis will deliver his first sweeping apology on Monday near the site of a former residential school.
The Canadian government has admitted that physical and sexual abuse were rampant in the state-funded, Christian schools that operated from the 19th century to the 1970s. Some 150,000 Indigenous children were taken from their families and forced to attend in an effort to isolate them from the influence of their homes, Native languages and cultures.
The legacy of that abuse and isolation from family has been cited by Indigenous leaders as a root cause of the epidemic rates of alcohol and drug addiction on Canadian reservations.
“For survivors from coast to coast, this is an opportunity — the first and maybe the last — to perhaps find some closure for themselves and their families,” said Chief Randy Ermineskin of the Ermineskin Cree Nation.
“This will be a difficult process but a necessary one,” he said.
Unlike most papal trips, diplomatic protocols are taking a back seat to personal encounters with First Nations, Metis and Inuit survivors. Francis doesn’t formally meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau until midway through, in Quebec City, although Trudeau will greet him on the tarmac upon his arrival Sunday.
Francis is also ending the trip in unusual style, stopping in Iqaluit, Nunavut — the farthest north he’s ever traveled — to bring his apology to the Inuit community before flying back to Rome.
As recently as 2018, Francis had refused to personally apologize for residential school abuses, even after Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission in 2015 documented institutional blame and specifically recommended a papal apology delivered on Canadian soil.
Trudeau traveled to the Vatican in 2017 to appeal to Francis to apologize, but the pontiff felt “he could not personally respond” to the call, Canadian bishops said at the time.
What changed? The first pope from the Americas, who has long defended the rights of Indigenous peoples, had already apologized in Bolivia in 2015 for colonial-era crimes against Native peoples.
In 2019, Francis — an Argentine Jesuit — hosted a big Vatican conference on the Amazon highlighting that injustices Native peoples suffered during colonial times were still continuing, with their lands and resources exploited by corporate interests.
Then in 2021, the remains of around 200 children were found at the site of what was once Canada’s largest Indigenous residential school, in Kamloops, British Columbia. More probable graves followed outside other former residential schools.
“It was only when our children were beginning to be found in mass graves, garnering international attention, that light was brought to this painful period in our history,” said Bull, the Louis Bull Tribe chief.
After the discovery, Francis finally agreed to meet with Indigenous delegations last spring and promised to come to their lands to apologize in person.
“Obviously there are wounds that remained open and require a response,” Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said, when asked about the evolution of the papal response.
One of those wounds concerns the papal influences in the Doctrine of Discovery, the 19th-century international legal concept that is often understood as legitimizing the European colonial seizure of land and resources from Native peoples.
For decades, Indigenous peoples have demanded the Holy See formally rescind the 15th century papal bulls, or decrees, that gave European kingdoms the religious backing to claim lands that their explorers “discovered” for the sake of spreading the Christian faith.
Church officials have long rejected those concepts, insisted the decrees merely sought to ensure European expansion would be peaceful, and said they had been surpassed by subsequent church teachings strongly affirming the dignity and rights of Indigenous peoples.
But the matter is still raw for Michelle Schenandoah, a member of the Oneida Nation Wolf Clan, who was the last person to address the pope when the First Nations delegation met with him on March 31.
Wearing a cradle board on her back to represent the children whose lives were lost in residential schools, she told him the Doctrine of Discovery had “led to the continual taking of our babies.”
“It deprived us of our dignity, our freedom, and led to the exploitation of our Mother Earth,” she said. She begged Francis to “release the world from its place of enslavement” caused by the decrees.
Asked about the calls, Bruni said there was an articulated “reflection” under way in the Holy See but he didn’t think anything would be announced during this trip.
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This version corrects the attribution of the quote about closure to Chief Randy Ermineskin.
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WFO BURLINGTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, July 23, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Burlington VT
243 PM EDT Sat Jul 23 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to the mid 90s expected.
* WHERE...In New York, Eastern Clinton and Eastern Essex
Counties. In Vermont, Grand Isle, Western Franklin, Western
Chittenden, Western Addison and Western Rutland Counties.
* WHEN...Today's Heat Advisory will be in effect until 8 PM EDT
this evening. Sunday's Heat Advisory will be in effect from
noon to 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
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. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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The Greenville County Sherriff's Office is investigating a shooting outside of the Boulder Creek Apartments
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The Greenville County Sherriff's Office is investigating a shooting outside of the Boulder Creek Apartments
The Greenville County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting near an apartment building. Deputies said the shooting happened outside of Boulder Creek Apartments on Furman Hall Road. They said they received a call Saturday afternoon about gunshots, and when they arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound. According to deputies, he was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There is no word on a suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Greenville at 23-CRIME.
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They said they received a call Saturday afternoon about gunshots, and when they arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound.
According to deputies, he was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
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VIDEO: Beachgoers witness small plane crashing into ocean; pilot rescued
LOS ANGELES (KCAL) - A plane crashed into the ocean in California, which was all caught on video.
The incident happened at Huntington Beach on Friday afternoon as beachgoers looked on.
According to authorities, the pilot was towing a banner in the sky before the crash. He was able to be rescued and did not sustain any life-threatening injuries.
“All of a sudden, a plane fell out of the sky and into the ocean,” witness Abby Crimmins said.
The single-engine plane crashed very close to a group of lifeguards taking part in the California Surf Lifesaving Junior Guards Championship, with several running into the waves to help the pilot.
“It appeared he was sitting on top of the plane, and they were able to get him out,” witness Jacquelyn Maas said.
Once on shore, the pilot was seen with a neck brace in the back of a lifeguard truck.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the plane was registered out of Florida to an aerial media company.
“When you hear of an incident like this taking place, it’s always a little scary. But fortunately, there were no injuries, at least no serious injuries. And I think this was the best kind of outcome you could expect,” said Jennifer Carey, a Huntington Beach spokesperson.
Officials said the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
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Tunisians protest proposed constitution; call it “a coup”
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TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Small but loud demonstrations have taken place in the Tunisian capital of Tunis ahead of a referendum Monday on President Kais Saied’s new constitution. Critics say the changes may help him try to legitimize his power grab, which they call “a coup.” On Saturday, a few hundred people marched on Bourguiba Avenue, the capital’s main artery, to denounce the proposals to change the constitution to augment presidential powers and reduce the role of the parliament and prime minister. In sometimes violent clashes with police, 10 people were arrested. Saied suspended parliament last year and seized broad powers in a move that he said was necessary to “save the country” from a political and economic crisis. | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/07/23/tunisians-protest-proposed-constitution-call-it-a-coup/ | 2022-07-23T20:09:50Z | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/07/23/tunisians-protest-proposed-constitution-call-it-a-coup/ | true |
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MILWAUKEE (AP)Hunter Renfroe rescued the Milwaukee Brewers when they were one strike away from a fourth consecutive defeat.
Luis Urias and Brent Suter took over from there and helped the Brewers extend their NL Central lead Friday night with a 6-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies in 13 innings.
Renfroe ripped a 2-2 slider from Robert Stephenson over the left-field wall for a game-tying, two-run homer with two outs in the 10th inning. Renfroe’s 14th homer of the season – and first since June 19 – traveled an estimated 447 feet.
Urias hit a bloop single to bring home the winning run in the 13th, and Suter (2-3) didn’t allow any baserunners in two innings of relief.
”Before two strikes, I was trying to hit a homer,” said Renfroe, who missed three weeks in late June and early July with a left calf strain. ”I was. I was trying to hit a homer to center field, and whatever happened, happened.”
Milwaukee leads the NL Central by 1 1/2 games over the St. Louis Cardinals, who lost 9-5 at Cincinnati. This was the longest game the Brewers have played in terms of innings since the automatic runner extra-inning format took effect in 2020.
”Just an amazing game,” Suter said.
Neither team scored in the 11th or 12th innings. The Brewers squandered a bases-loaded, one-out opportunity in the 12th before breaking through in the 13th.
Urias fell behind 0-2 but worked the count to 2-2 and finally delivered a single to right-center off Jake Bird (1-2) that scored automatic runner Jonathan Davis from second. Urias had been hitless in five at bats before that game-winning single.
”I was trying to put it in play,” Urias said. ”The game gets hard sometimes, but you’ve got to keep going and forget about the other ABs. I was trying to stay in the moment and do my best.”
Urias also was a central figure on a big play in the top of the 11th inning that foiled a Rockies scoring opportunity.
When Jose Iglesias led off with a grounder to shortstop Willy Adames, automatic runner Ryan McMahon attempted to advance from second to third on the play. Urias caught Adames’ throw on the bounce and tried to apply the tag.
When McMahon was ruled out, the Rockies challenged the call. Although some replays appeared to show Urias might not have made the tag in time, the call was upheld.
”I don’t understand that at all,” McMahon said. ”I don’t understand how they messed that up.”
The Rockies took a 5-3 lead against Jandel Gustave in the top of the 10th. Charlie Blackmon hit a one-out RBI single, advanced to third on C.J. Cron’s single and scored on Brendan Rodgers’ sacrifice fly.
Renfroe answered in the bottom half of the inning.
Colorado’s Charlie Blackmon had three RBIs and hit his 15th homer, a two-run blast in the third inning against reigning Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes. Adames hit a solo homer and Andrew McCutchen had a two-run shot for Milwaukee in the bottom of the third.
There was an additional encouraging sign for the Brewers.
Milwaukee’s Josh Hader pitched a scoreless ninth with two strikeouts and a walk, a sign that the four-time All-Star may be breaking out of his slump.
Hader had allowed nine runs over one-third of an inning in his last two appearances, which included blowing a 5-2 lead in the ninth inning of an 8-5 loss at San Francisco. The left-hander had given up 12 runs over 4 1/3 innings in his last six outings, raising his ERA from 1.05 to 4.50.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Rockies: RHP Antonio Senzatela struck out four, walked one and allowed seven hits and three runs after getting activated from the injured list earlier in the day. Senzatela hadn’t pitched since July 1 due to right shoulder inflammation.
Brewers: RHP Freddy Peralta is scheduled to begin a rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Nashville on Saturday as he works his way back from a right lat strain. Peralta hasn’t pitched since May 22. … RHP Miguel Sanchez hasn’t pitched since June 21 due to discomfort in his ulnar collateral ligament, and he recently had a setback in his recovery. … OF Tyrone Taylor was activated from the 7-day concussion injured list.
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Former Brewers RHP Jose Urena (1-1, 2.05 ERA) starts for the Rockies and RHP Brandon Woodruff (7-3, 3.93) pitches for Milwaukee as this four-game series continues Saturday. Urena signed with the Rockies in May after the Brewers designated him for assignment in late March.
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LE CASTELLET, France (AP) — Charles Leclerc used help from Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz Jr. to beat Formula One leader Max Verstappen and take pole position for the French Grand Prix on Saturday.
Sainz had nothing at stake since he was starting from the back of the grid after multiple engine-part changes, so Ferrari used him to give Leclerc a tow on his two runs in Q3.
Leclerc was up by just .008 seconds from Verstappen after his first run. The team worked seamlessly on Leclerc’s second run as he beat his own leading time and finished .3 seconds ahead of Verstappen and .46 clear of Verstappen’s Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez.
“It was a great lap. I have to say thanks to Carlos for the help. It was great teamwork,” Leclerc said. “It’s quite tricky to get it exactly right, in the first lap we were maybe a bit too close. In the second lap we adapted and it was a bit better.”
Lewis Hamilton qualified in fourth for Mercedes.
Leclerc thanked Sainz on the team radio after his seventh pole of the season and 16th of his career. It was also a good sign of Ferrari working together, after Leclerc expressed frustration at team orders in Monaco and at the British GP.
“It’s all about trust in the end. Carlos judged it perfectly and got out of the way at the right moment,” Leclerc said. “It would have been a lot tighter with Max without the tow.”
Verstappen said Ferrari’s tactics were “smart” but that it wasn’t something Red Bull could try, since they were both going for pole.
Verstappen was happy with Red Bull’s straight-line speed but had a bit of trouble getting the tires in the right window in hot conditions that are set to increase for Sunday’s race.
“On that final lap I just had two moments that cost me a bit of lap time. But we still have two cars in the top three, so that’s good,” Verstappen said. “It was a bit more tricky than I would have hoped, but overall we have a decent car for tomorrow.”
Sainz’s engine caught fire near the end of the last grand prix in Austria two weeks ago. He was handed a 10-place grid penalty on Friday because Ferrari changed the power unit, and extra engine changes on Saturday sent him to the last row with Kevin Magnussen, whose Haas team made similar engine changes.
McLaren’s Lando Norris was fifth and Hamilton’s teammate George Russel in sixth. Russel was still in the drop zone with four minutes left in Q2, and was worried about a potential yellow flag scuppering his final lap so he asked to come out as early as possible. McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo was 11th and eliminated.
Fernando Alonso (Alpine), Yuki Tsunoda (AlphaTauri), Sainz and Magnussen (Haas) rounded out the top 10.
Sainz qualified ninth and will start 19th, while Magnussen was 10th and goes last.
The first part of Q1 saw Perez momentarily getting in Verstappen’s way.
“What was Checo doing there on the line?” a puzzled Verstappen asked.
Leclerc, meanwhile, was already leading the first run and didn’t see the need for another timed lap.
“I don’t know why we did this second push to be honest,” he said.
After two top 10 finishes at the British GP and Austria, Haas driver Mick Schumacher was confident heading to Le Castellet. But he was among the five drivers eliminated from Q1, along with home favorite Pierre Gasly.
“I completely lost the car in Turn 6. I’m very disappointed, this isn’t the qualifying we wanted,” said a dejected Gasly, who drives for AlphaTauri. “I was sliding in all the turns. It doesn’t make much sense.”
Earlier Saturday, Verstappen comfortably led the third practice by .35 seconds from Sainz and .64 from Leclerc, with Hamilton fourth.
Hamilton is taking part in his 300th race and seeking his first win of the season after three straight podiums.
Ferrari topped both Friday practices through Leclerc then Sainz.
Ferrari is seeking a third consecutive victory following Sainz’s win at Silverstone and Leclerc’s drive to victory in Austria, where he trimmed Verstappen’s overall lead to 38 points.
Red Bull and Ferrari have won the first 11 races between them, with Red Bull up 7-4.
The atmosphere at the Paul Ricard Circuit in southeastern France was calm compared to some of the boorish behavior at recent races.
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SEATTLE (AP) — The Houston Astros ended the Seattle Mariners’ winning streak at 14 games, with Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez homering in a 5-2 victory Friday night.
Seattle scratched breakout rookie Julio Rodríguez from the lineup moments before first pitch with left wrist soreness, then lost their first game since July 1. The club was one win shy of matching the 2001 Mariners for the longest winning streak in franchise history.
Houston stretched its AL West advantage over second-place Seattle to 11 games.
“The crowd was into it,” Astros manager Dusty Baker said. “They were trying to urge them on for No. 15. But I’m just glad that we held on and won the game.”
Altuve led off the game with a homer against starter Marco Gonzales, Alvarez added another solo shot in the fourth, his 28th of the year, and Martin Maldonado connected in the fifth for a 3-0 lead.
Alvarez scored Altuve with a sacrifice fly later in the fifth, and Jake Myers had an RBI single in the sixth for a 5-0 advantage.
Gonzales (5-10) was charged with all five runs over 5 2/3 innings, with nine hits allowed.
Ty France hit a solo homer for Seattle in the sixth inning against Jose Urquidy (9-4).
Urquidy threw 105 pitches over six innings, allowing one earned run on four hits with three strikeouts.
Baker was happy to get six innings out of Urquidy against the Mariners, who had already beaten him three times this season.
In his last start against Seattle on June 8, Urquidy allowed seven hits and five runs over 4 1/3 innings in a 5-3 loss.
“He gave us six innings, and it didn’t look like it there for a while, because his pitch count got kind of high,” Baker said. “So yeah, that was big for Urquidy and us.”
Urquidy has now thrown seven straight quality starts.
Eugenio Suarez drew a bases-loaded walk in the eighth to pull the Mariners within three, but shortstop Jeremy Peña made a leaping grab to take away a hit from Kyle Lewis, and Houston pitcher Ryne Stanek struck out Cal Raleigh to end the threat.
“I thought, ‘He has no chance,’” Altuve said of Peña’s leaping grab. “I think that was the play of the game. If that ball goes through, it’s probably a different story.”
The Mariners left nine runners on base.
“Tonight was a ton of intensity,” Seattle manager Scott Servais said. “I loved our at-bats throughout the course of the game. We put a ton of pressure on them, we just couldn’t quite get the big hit.”
J-ROD SITS
The 21-year-old Rodríguez was pulled from the lineup days after a breakout show at the All-Star Home Run Derby.
Servais said that Rodriguez jammed his wrist on a stolen base attempt against Texas on Sunday, and his status is day-to-day.
LEWIS UP, UPTON OUT
Seattle activated outfielder Kyle Lewis from the seven-day injured list after he recovered from a concussion and optioned outfielder Justin Upton to Triple-A. Upton refused the assignment and elected free agency.
Lewis was hit in the head by a pitch from Urquidy on May 28.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Mariners: OF Mitch Haniger (ankle) began a rehab assignment Friday with Class A Everett. Seattle placed Haniger on the IL on April 30, when he suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain in a game against the Marlins. Haniger has played in just nine games this season.
Astros: OF Michael Brantley (shoulder) could start hitting this week, according Baker. Brantley was placed on the IL on June 28 with shoulder discomfort.
UP NEXT
Astros RHP Justin Verlander faces Mariners RHP Logan Gilbert on Saturday. Verlander has an MLB-best 12 wins this season and a 1.89 ERA. Gilbert’s most recent start came against Texas on July 16, when he allowed four hits and one earned run over five innings.
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There was a moment, Wednesday 20 July, in which the gravity of the political crisis that at that moment was overwhelming the government led by Mario Draghi manifested itself in all its breadth. It happened around 4 pm, when the Ansa news agency released the news that the president of the republic Sergio Mattarella had started “telephone consultations hearing the leaders of the majority”.
The gravity was not so much in the political crisis in progress, overt for some time and waiting only for a formal proclamation, as in an intervention which – with a government that at that moment still had the confidence of parliament – ended up dramatically highlighting the inability of parties to find an outlet for a crisis that they themselves initiated and nurtured. But, above all, the publicity received by the intervention of the head of state in those particular circumstances gave the feeling of a substantial commissioner of the parliament, as well as of the entire political system.
It is not surprising that it has come this far. “The theater of the absurd”, was the headline of Avvenire, a newspaper of the Italian Bishops’ Conference, on July 15, following the political opening of the crisis. And really a better title would have been difficult to imagine, considering that at that moment the Prime Minister Mario Draghi had announced his resignation, despite having just received the trust of his majority, even without the participation of the 5-star Movement, which however he had explained that he wanted to remain in government. That was the latest fibrillation of an M5s which, like Matteo Salvini’s League, was, yes, in the majority but had already behaved for some time as if it were in the electoral campaign. Draghi’s resignation on that occasion was not accepted by Mattarella, who invited him to bring the crisis to parliament.
This led to Wednesday 20, when a new surreal day was experienced in the Senate. For the second time in a few days, Draghi announced his resignation, after having obtained the confidence of parliament for the second time in a few days. This time, however, even Lega and Forza Italia have lost their support, even without voting no. And so Draghi again went to the Quirinale to resign again, despite having received the trust of the majority. This time the resignation was accepted by Mattarella.
At that point, numbers aside, the legislature was politically exhausted. The political distance, already present for some time but now difficult to recover, had emerged unequivocally between the populist-inspired political forces present in the majority and the government that that majority supported. Mario Draghi had already taken note of this in recent days when, after the non-vote and the non-resignation of the 5-star Movement of 14 July, he explained to the ministers gathered in the evening at Palazzo Chigi that “today’s votes in parliament are a very significant from a political point of view. The majority of national unity that has supported this government since its creation is gone. The pact of trust at the basis of government action has failed ”. And this remained his position until the end.
The chambers were then dissolved in the afternoon of 21 July, after Mario Draghi had also informed the Chamber of Deputies of his decision in the morning. The political elections will be held on September 25th.
In announcing the dissolution of parliament, President Sergio Mattarella explained that the phase that the country is going through does not allow for pauses in interventions to counter the current emergencies, recalling the many formalities still awaiting in parliament. Finally, he significantly concluded: “For these reasons I hope that, despite the intense, and at times acute, dialectic of the electoral campaign, there will be a constructive contribution on the part of all, with regard to the aspects I have indicated, in the interest superior of Italy “.
Former European central banker, a personality who has always enjoyed great international prestige, Mario Draghi was called to head the government by Mattarella a year and a half ago, in a very difficult moment in the history of the country, to keep the accounts in order and face the health emergency due to covid-19, the social emergency and the most recent one subsequently caused by the war in Ukraine. Instead, he found himself having to deal above all with a structurally deteriorated political framework for decades, and which was the real cause of his farewell.
That the political forces are experiencing a phase of difficulty – a very long phase, however, and corresponding to the years of the second republic – is no longer even news. There has been, in the last thirty years, a substantial ideal disarmament, ever since the old popular parties have disappeared, quickly replaced by organizations much more like electoral committees, gathered around the figures of their own charismatic leaders.
What has been produced is a scenario in which the management of power per se has become central, without the guidance of ideas other than the personal interest or the group to which it belongs. And this also explains, among other things, the disappearance of social rights from the public debate which, on the other hand, has increasingly taken on the appearance of a permanent electoral campaign.
In the substantial political vacuum that this system has produced, the inability to give answers to society and citizens has favored the progressive affirmation of positions of a populist nature. In recent years, these positions have won very significant electorate shares.
The arrival of Draghi did not stop this process which, on the contrary, ended up overwhelming it. A prime minister who has proved politically weak, despite the guarantee role played by Mattarella. Called to Palazzo Chigi to keep the accounts in order and face the three emergencies of recent years, but also to try to sterilize the most radical populist pressures, in the end he too seemed to manifest attitudes of a populist nature, as it seemed evident in some passages of the speech delivered in the Senate on 20 July and which, in certain respects – and above all in the reference to the people as a source of direct legitimacy for the leader – recalled what Silvio Berlusconi held in the chamber in 1994, shortly before the fall of his first government in because of the fibrillation with the then ally Umberto Bossi.
It was at that moment, with the political affirmation of the direct and exclusive relationship between leader and people and the simultaneous distortion of the rules of parliamentary democracy, that even symbolically the doors were opened to populism in the political system of republican Italy. In recent decades, those impulses have been nurtured, often if only because of the banal ignorance of the political class.
This is demonstrated by the political debate of recent years, all folded back on tactics and alliances, without any ideal outlet, without a clear cultural horizon, without that debate can really be defined as political, since the goal of every movement seems to have always been power, and nothing more than that. The feeling is that last July 20, with the end of what will go down in history as the most bluntly populist legislature in Italian history, a phase, but not a historical cycle, was closed. | https://www.breakinglatest.news/news/the-populist-long-wave-also-overwhelms-mario-draghi-alessandro-calvi/ | 2022-07-23T20:44:53Z | https://www.breakinglatest.news/news/the-populist-long-wave-also-overwhelms-mario-draghi-alessandro-calvi/ | false |
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TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray is a short quarterback by football standards who now has stacks of cash about as tall as anyone’s in the NFL.
A low-key personality by nature, Murray is happy that a high-stress offseason contract squabble with the Arizona Cardinals is over.
“There were a lot of ups and downs, a lot of good days, a lot of bad days, a lot of hate and a lot of negativity,” Murray said. “But that’s part of the deal.”
Now the deal is done. The two-time Pro Bowl selection has a contract that keeps him with the Cardinals through 2028 and could be worth up to $230.5 million, which puts him in an elite group of the highest-paid NFL quarterbacks.
On Friday afternoon, the quarterback was all smiles in a dapper blue suit at the team’s practice facility. His parents were in attendance, along with his bulldog Swoosh, who could be heard panting throughout the press conference as Murray thanked all the family, friends, teammates and coaches who helped him along the way.
He also made it a point to thank the Cardinals, who took him with the No. 1 overall pick in 2019 out of Oklahoma.
“I’m so grateful and honored for the confidence they’ve shown in me,” Murray said. “The faith they showed to take a 5-foot-10 quarterback, that’s never been done before, and I understood the heat they would take for doing that.”
It’s safe to say the partnership has worked out well. Paired with offensive-minded coach Kliff Kingsbury, Murray has helped the Cardinals improve in each of his three seasons. Arizona was 5-10-1 during his rookie year, 8-8 in 2020 and then 11-6 last season, when the franchise advanced to the playoffs for the first time since 2015.
Now Murray looks like he’ll be with the Cardinals for the forseeable future.
That wasn’t always the case this offseason during a weird contract dispute that featured social media shenanigans. It included Murray wiping his accounts of all Cardinals references and a lengthy statement from agent Erik Burkhardt spelling out Murray’s accomplishments and pushing the franchise to act.
For all the bluster, Cardinals GM Steve Keim said he was never overly concerned. He said he met with Murray’s parents in the offseason, which helped raise his confidence a deal would happen.
“We had great communication with them, felt great about the dialogue, and understood what the expectations were for both sides,” Keim said. “Then I just had to get through the draft and free agency, which takes a lot of my time, so once I was able to do that, I was able to focus on the contract. I feel both sides are pretty happy.”
It was clear Murray wasn’t completely comfortable with the acrimonious back and forth between his agent and the team. He even seemed to hint that some of the social media antics were Burkhardt’s idea — grinning at the agent while responding to a question about offseason drama.
“I’m a quiet dude when it comes to social media,” Murray said. “Just to sit there and take all the shots, it is what it is. But I understood it’s part of the business.”
Now Murray can focus on making the Cardinals better. Arizona looked like one of the best teams in the NFL for much of 2021, starting with a 10-2 record before losing four of the last five games and getting thumped by the Rams 34-11 in the NFC wild-card round.
Murray said the sting of that loss could be good motivation moving forward. He envisions much more success in the future, including winning the Super Bowl for a franchise that hasn’t won an NFL championship since 1947.
“I’m a firm believer in bringing that here,” Murray said. “I know we’re capable. I know it can be done.”
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Investigators: Attacker ‘did not know who’ Zeldin was
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A man accused of attacking New York GOP gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin during a recent campaign rally told investigators he’d been drinking that day and didn’t know who the congressman was, according to a federal criminal complaint filed Saturday.
David Jakubonis, 43, was scheduled to appear in court Saturday in Rochester to face a count of assaulting a member of Congress with a dangerous weapon. Jakubonis was arraigned Friday on a separate state charge of attempted assault in the second degree and then released, a Monroe County sheriff’s spokesperson said.
The federal criminal complaint alleges Jakubonis, an Iraq War veteran, told investigators he had been drinking whiskey on Thursday and went onstage as Zeldin addressed a Veterans of Foreign Wars post in the town of Perinton to ask the speaker if he was disrespecting veterans.
Jakubonis “did not know who the speaker was or that the speaker was a political person,” according to the complaint, which was filed in U.S. District Court in Rochester. The complaint added that when Jakubonis watched video of Thursday evening’s incident he told investigators he “must have checked out.”
According to video of the attack, Jakubonis raised his arm toward Zeldin as he held a keychain with two sharp points. The congressman from Long Island then grabbed Jakubonis’ wrist and the two tussled to the ground as others jumped in to help. Zeldin, who also served in the military, suffered a minor scrape.
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Drowning incident at outdoor pool a reminder to stay vigilant at all times, expert says
It's usually a popular place to cool down on a hot summer day at a North Kildonan apartment complex but no one was in the water Friday after an emergency Thursday afternoon at its outdoor swimming pool.
Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service crews and police said a child was transported to hospital in critical condition.
Sources said it was a drowning but the authorities aren't giving any more updates on how the child is doing for privacy reasons because it's a medical incident.
"At first I saw a whole bunch of people outside running around screaming. I went to go check what it was outside and suddenly just started seeing someone doing CPR, like really fast,” said Jude Jacquett, a resident of the complex who witnessed the emergency. “Everyone was freaking out."
It happened at Concord Gardens on Louelda Street around 2 pm.
Jacquett, 18, saw several people helping the victim on the deck of the pool and first responders show up soon after.
"I was feeling pretty nauseous and pretty scared for the person that was in this situation,” he said.
Residents living in the apartment complex said in addition to being fenced off, a key is required to get into the pool area.
Swimming pools in condos, apartments and hotels are deemed semi-public by Manitoba Public Health and aren't required to have a lifeguard on duty. But they must post signs saying so and advise users children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Rules some complex residents told CTV Winnipeg their property managers make clear to everyone.
The Winnipeg Police Service is investigating the matter, which officers said is standard anytime a child suffers life-threatening injuries or death. However, investigators said it's still being treated as a medical incident.
Christopher Love, the Water Smart and safety management coordinator for the Lifesaving Society of Manitoba, said there have been six fatal drownings in Manitoba since January compared to eight at this time last year.
"Drowning does not imply death,” Love noted. “There is an international medical definition of drowning and so drowning is the process of experiencing respiratory impairment due to submersion or immersion in liquid."
Love said 85 percent of fatal drownings in Manitoba happen in natural bodies of water -- like rivers, lakes and streams -- or ditches. But he said swimming in pools doesn't come without risks, especially in ones where lifeguards aren't present.
"It's a very small fraction of the cases that we see,” he said. “Still, every drowning death is one too many in our eyes and it's something we want people to be thinking about safety at all times so we can bring those numbers down."
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ALBANY -- One might assume that, given his impressive collection of African America art, Kerry Davis of Clarkston is perhaps himself a dabbler in art. One would be wrong.
"I can't even draw a straight line," Davis says ruefully.
Perhaps, then, Davis frequents art shows and uses his keen eye for art to collect suggested pieces that might enhance his collection? Wrong again.
"My life as a collector kind of parallels that of Forest Gump," Davis says, his eyes twinkling. "Without especially trying, I have happened upon some of the greatest African American artists in history."
One last try: Surely Davis is part of a pipeline that has led him to artists -- and they to him -- allowing him to add to his stunning collection, guided by what must be a long-held desire to own and appreciate significant works.
"I'd just bought my first home, and I needed something to put on the walls," Davis says of the start of his collection. "I wanted something that reflected my culture, so I started buying African American art. Oddly enough, my fascination grew largely because I delivered mail on my route at museums in and around Atlanta, and it turned out that there were many artists on my route as well."
Davis shies away from exact numbers or values, but he allows that his collection is now "over 300 pieces" and is "valuable, scarily so." Some of those pieces are by artists whose level of fame has risen considerably in the 38 years he and his wife, C. Betty Davis, have been collecting the art, and several such pieces are featured in the exhibit now showing at Albany State University titled "Memories and Inspiration: The Kerry and C. Betty Davis Collection of African American Art."
The exhibit, which includes 67 pieces and is booked to travel the country for the next five years, is "an incredible opportunity" for Albany State, according to Charles "Chazz" Williams, the associate dean of Albany State's College of Arts and Sciences and a professor of art at the historically black university.
"There's art (in the exhibit) dating back to the 1930s up to contemporary times," Williams said. "And for our university -- for an HBCU -- this is incredibly important. As a lover of art, I can appreciate these works ... I know their meaning and I understand them. But I can never appreciate the experience of these works the way an African American can.
"The exhibit has only been here a week, and we're not having classes now, but more than 25 of our students have come in to see the works. And it's easy to see that they're thrilled."
Kerry Davis served four years in the Air Force after graduating high school and trained as a carpenter in an Urban League program after returning to civilian life. But when a job offer -- "with guaranteed work and those benefits" -- with the U.S. Postal Service came through, he jumped at the chance. He retired 34 years later, in 2012.
Along the way, Davis was introduced to the woman who would become his wife, a Philadelphia-born-and-raised television producer who'd broken away and become a freelance marketing specialist. Today she owns her own Atlanta-based marketing firm, KerB.
"Interestingly, Kerry and I were introduced by friends, and on our first date he took me to his house to see his artwork," Betty Davis said. "I'd always visited museums in Philly, so obviously I was impressed with this man who owned his own 'museum.'
"But he's right; there just was not much of a representation of African American art in the museums that were open to the public. But over the years our house has become like a museum for our children and their friends, our neighbors, church groups. I love that Kerry has educated young people over the years about the art of our culture."
The "Memories and Inspiration" exhibit is available for viewing at Albany State Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups or events can be scheduled after hours by reaching out to Williams at charles.williams@asurams.edu.
The Davises allow that their collecting has slowed considerably in recent years, in part because the artists whose work they most appreciate are "priced mostly out of our range." But that doesn't mean the couple won't continue to use their collection to educate about African American art and artists.
"We're on a pace now to maybe start identifying some communities where we can donate some of our collection," Kerry Davis said. "It's been a privilege to be able to share these works with others; and I definitely believe art is meant to be shared."
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S&P/TSX composite ends best week since February 2021 despite Friday losses
Canada's main stock index snapped a five-day winning streak on a broad-based decline including its largest sectors, but still posted its best week in more than a year.
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Investigators: Attacker ‘did not know who’ Zeldin was
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A man accused of attacking New York GOP gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin during a recent campaign rally told investigators he’d been drinking that day and didn’t know who the congressman was, according to a federal criminal complaint filed Saturday.
David Jakubonis, 43, was scheduled to appear in court Saturday in Rochester to face a count of assaulting a member of Congress with a dangerous weapon. Jakubonis was arraigned Friday on a separate state charge of attempted assault in the second degree and then released, a Monroe County sheriff’s spokesperson said.
The federal criminal complaint alleges Jakubonis, an Iraq War veteran, told investigators he had been drinking whiskey on Thursday and went onstage as Zeldin addressed a Veterans of Foreign Wars post in the town of Perinton to ask the speaker if he was disrespecting veterans.
Jakubonis “did not know who the speaker was or that the speaker was a political person,” according to the complaint, which was filed in U.S. District Court in Rochester. The complaint added that when Jakubonis watched video of Thursday evening’s incident he told investigators he “must have checked out.”
According to video of the attack, Jakubonis raised his arm toward Zeldin as he held a keychain with two sharp points. The congressman from Long Island then grabbed Jakubonis’ wrist and the two tussled to the ground as others jumped in to help. Zeldin, who also served in the military, suffered a minor scrape.
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Dwayne Johnson went a few steps beyond merely teasing his long-awaited “Black Adam” movie at Comic-Con in San Diego on Saturday.
Ever the showman, Johnson brought a new traile r for the DC Comics superhero film and some flashy technology, lighting up the biggest room at the annual fan convention all while in costume. But he had another big reveal too: Johnson told the 6,000-some people in the audience that they could see "Black Adam" in IMAX for free with the help of the ticketing service Fandango.
The character Black Adam has the powers of the ancient gods and has been entombed for some 5,000 years before being released into the modern world. In the trailer he says his powers are “a curse, not a gift.”
Set for an Oct. 21 theatrical release, “Black Adam” reunites Johnson with his “Jungle Cruise” director Jaume Collet-Serra. It also stars Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher and Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone, all of whom joined Johnson and Collet-Serra for the panel.
"Black Adam" was just one part of Warner Bros. return to Comic-Con, where audiences also got a glimpse at a new trailer for " Shazam! Fury of the Gods." Stars Zachary Levi and Lucy Liu were on hand to promote the sequel, which is due to arrive in theaters on Dec. 21 and continues the story of a teenager-turned-superhero who is feeling a bit like a fraud. The film sees the return of Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer and Adam Brody and adds Helen Mirren and Rachel Zegler of "West Side Story" to the mix.
The studio stuck to its 2022 superhero releases, forgoing sneak peeks at films due next year. One of those is "The Flash," whose star Ezra Miller was arrested in Hawaii twice this year — in a disorderly conduct case and on suspicion of assault.
Miller plays Barry Allen in the Andy Muschietti-directed film, which has wrapped production and is supposed to open in June 2023. They have been credited as the first out LGBT person to play a lead role in a major superhero film.
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Antidepressants do work, insist top doctors as they hit back at bombshell study which found there was no 'convincing evidence' of a link between low serotonin and mental illness
- University College London disproved a theory liking depression and serotonin
- Prof Joanna Moncrieff and her team reviewed decades of world-wide research
- The link between serotonin and depression was made by doctors in the 1960s
Antidepressants do work, insist top doctors as they hit back at bombshell study
Top psychiatrists have rounded on the authors of a bombshell study which cast doubts on the effectiveness of antidepressants, labelling the findings ‘absurd’ and ‘grossly exaggerated.’
Last week, researchers at University College London said they had disproved a theory dating back to the 1960s that depression is caused by low levels of serotonin, a chemical in the brain believed to control mood.
Led by Professor Joanna Moncrieff, a respected consultant psychiatrist, the study analysed decades of research, involving tens of thousands of patients with the condition, and found ‘no convincing evidence’ of a link between the mental illness and serotonin levels.
Professor Joanna Moncrieff, pictured, a consultant psychiatrist at University College London, has led a team of researchers who have disproved the long-held believe of a link between low serotonin levels and depression
The findings have been deemed significant as most antidepressants – taken by more than eight million Britons – are designed to boost serotonin levels.
‘Thousands suffer from side effects of antidepressants, including the severe withdrawal effects that can occur when trying to stop them, yet prescription rates continue to rise,’ Prof Moncrieff said. ‘We believe this has been driven by the false belief that depression is due to a chemical imbalance. It is time to inform the public this belief is not grounded in science.’
However, leading brain experts have criticised Prof Moncrieff, who has written bestselling books that cast antidepressants in a negative light. They argue it is untrue to say scientists believe depression is caused by low serotonin levels. Instead, they say, the prevailing theory is depression is caused by many factors, and that antidepressants are clinically shown to help.
Dr Michael Bloomfield, consultant psychiatrist and a colleague of Prof Moncrieff’s at University College London, said her conclusion ‘does not make sense’.
‘Depression has many different symptoms and I don’t think I’ve met any serious scientists or psychiatrists who think that all causes of depression are due to a simple chemical imbalance in serotonin.’
He added: ‘[This paper] has lumped together depression as if it is a single disorder, which from a biological perspective does not make any sense.’
David Curtis, Honorary Professor, UCL Genetics Institute, agreed: ‘The notion of depression being due to a chemical imbalance is outmoded, and the Royal College of Psychiatrists wrote this was an over-simplification in a statement published in 2019.’ Phil Cowen, Prof of Psychopharmacology at the University of Oxford, appeared to accuse Prof Moncrieff of cherry-picking data to suit her hypothesis.
Medics in the 1960s first found a link between low serotonin levels and depression, later providing GPs with a weapon to target the condition
He pointed out the review had omitted a pivotal study that did suggest depressed patients had lower levels of compounds integral to serotonin production in their blood.
‘The possible role of serotonin in depression is a separate question from the antidepressant effects of [antidepressants],’ he said.
Other experts point to multiple studies that show taking antidepressants can lift depression, regardless of their effect on serotonin levels.
‘Through years of research we know that antidepressants work and save lives,’ says Professor David Nutt, head of the Centre for Neuropsychopharmacology at Imperial College London.
‘This paper’s conclusions are absurd. The authors have grossly exaggerated the importance of serotonin levels. No one has ever said a serotonin imbalance is the sole cause of depression.’
He adds that newer studies, not included in Prof Moncrieff’s review, that used more accurate testing methods, had found ‘decreased serotonin release capacity’ in people with depression. ‘To dismiss the serotonin hypothesis of depression at this point is premature,’ he said.
Psychiatrists say the exact reason antidepressants work is not understood, but this is not unusual. ‘It’s hard to be absolutely sure what is causing a drug to work in the brain,’ says Prof Nutt. ‘In the case of antidepressants, it could be having an effect on other things than serotonin receptors.’
Crucially, they argue that, even if depression is not caused by a serotonin imbalance, this doesn’t mean it cannot be effectively treated by boosting levels of the brain chemical.
Responding to the criticism, Prof Moncrieff said the aim of the study was not to argue that antidepressants don’t work but to question whether the pills should be prescribed in the first place.
‘People are told the reason they feel depressed is that there is something wrong with the chemistry in their brain and antidepressants could put it right. But if there’s no evidence there’s anything wrong with the brain’s chemistry, then that doesn’t sound like a sensible solution. This profession has misled people for so long about the need for antidepressants and now doctors don’t want to admit they got it wrong.’ | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-11042143/Joanne-Moncrieff-University-College-London-disproves-link-low-serotonin-depression.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-07-23T21:22:57Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-11042143/Joanne-Moncrieff-University-College-London-disproves-link-low-serotonin-depression.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
Investigators: Attacker ‘did not know who’ Zeldin was
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A man accused of attacking New York GOP gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin during a recent campaign rally told investigators he’d been drinking that day and didn’t know who the congressman was, authorities said as the man was arrested on a federal assault charge Saturday.
David Jakubonis, 43, made an initial court appearance Saturday before a federal magistrate judge on a single count of assaulting a member of Congress with a dangerous weapon. The charge carries a potential maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
He was ordered held until a bail hearing in federal court Wednesday. Prosecutors said he should remain detained as a risk of flight and dangerous, according to a court filing.
Jakubonis was arraigned Friday on a separate state charge of attempted assault in the second degree and was released by a local judge. That prompted criticism from Zeldin and other Republicans who held it up as an example of the need to reform New York’s bail laws, something Zeldin has called on Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul to toughen.
A 2019 bail reform law in New York eliminated pretrial incarceration for people accused of most nonviolent offenses. The law gives judges the option to set bail in nearly all cases involving violent felonies, but it has exceptions for certain attempted felonies like attempted assault.
The federal criminal complaint filed Saturday alleged Jakubonis, an Iraq War veteran, told investigators he was drinking whiskey on Thursday before he went onstage as Zeldin addressed a Veterans of Foreign Wars post in the town of Perinton to ask the speaker if he was disrespecting veterans.
Jakubonis “did not know who the speaker was or that the speaker was a political person,” according to the complaint, which was filed in Rochester federal court. The complaint added that when Jakubonis watched video of Thursday evening’s incident he told investigators he “must have checked out” and that what was depicted in the video was disgusting.
According to video of the attack, Jakubonis raised his arm toward Zeldin as he held a keychain with two sharp points. The congressman from Long Island then grabbed Jakubonis’ wrist and the two tussled to the ground as others jumped in to help. Zeldin, who also served in the military, suffered a minor scrape.
A message was left Saturday with the assistant federal public defender representing him.
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Emptying out the notebook — and the mind — from a hectic week in Atlanta for Southeastern Conference media days …
… Voting members of the media attending media days made their annual order of finish and All-SEC player picks that were released Friday. According to the ballot box, LSU was picked to finish fifth in the SEC West and didn’t poll one vote for SEC overall champion. Even Vanderbilt got a vote from some prankster, though you might as well vote for a team from ITI Technical College (not a member of the SEC) to win as opposed to the Commodores.
As shocking as the LSU pick may seem to fans, it’s actually an improvement over what the Tigers did last year. They tied for sixth (last) in the West with Auburn at 3-5, and technically Auburn gets the tiebreaker because it beat LSU head-to-head. So, in other words, last.
LSU this time was picked behind Alabama, Texas A&M, Arkansas and Ole Miss, and ahead of Mississippi State and Auburn.
I understand the lack of confidence in LSU. New coach, virtually an entirely new staff save offensive line coach (and Texas Bowl interim coach) Brad Davis; no frontrunner at quarterback; questions at running back and on the offensive line; question marks at linebacker and in the secondary; and two new kickers, even.
That said, I picked LSU fourth in the West behind Bama, A&M and Arkansas, mainly because the Tigers have to go to Arkansas this year. It’s just a hunch, but I think Brian Kelly will find a way to satisfactorily answer a lot of the questions currently facing the Tigers and turn them into strengths that equate into a couple of key wins. I think at least 7-5, possibly as good as 9-3, with 8-4 a reasonable expectation.
If there’s a silver lining to LSU’s pick, it’s that the last time SEC media days was in Atlanta in 2018 the Tigers were also picked fifth with some unproven transfer named Joe Burrow as their new quarterback. That team wound up 10-3 with a win in the Fiesta Bowl.
… Conversely, wide receiver Kayshon Boutte got a lot of respect, earning first-team preseason All-SEC honors with Alabama’s Jermaine Burton. It’s an impressive honor for Boutte, considering he missed the second half of last season with an ankle injury. But he still led LSU in receiving yards and touchdowns with 509 and nine, which is perhaps telling of how poor the Tigers offense was in 2021.
It was a small comment amid an ocean of words over the four days in Atlanta, but LSU receiver Jack Bech said Boutte has looked better than ever in summer workouts. And he must. For LSU to have a chance to finish better than fifth in the SEC West, it needs one of the league’s very best playmakers.
… Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher, talking about his very public row with Alabama’s Nick Saban in May, lamented how very little is private anymore. True enough, coach, but you definitely make things less private if you call a news conference to air your grievances. As at the SEC spring meeting, both Fisher and Saban seemed eager to bury the hatchet, and not in each other. Still, that Oct. 8 A&M-Bama game in Tuscaloosa will have a lot of eyeballs on it.
… Overshadowed by the flood of words coming out of Atlanta was the proposal coming from the NCAA Division I Council that would grant athletes an unlimited number of transfers. If you thought the new “wild west” era of college sports with NIL and the transfer portal was wild already, just wait. The NCAA Board of Directors is expected to vote on the proposal Aug. 3.
… Flew home to Baton Rouge on Friday morning on the same flight as new Southern coach Eric Dooley and his entourage. Seems they missed their connection Thursday night in Atlanta after a short flight from Birmingham, Alabama, where they were at Southwestern Athletic Conference media day. Unable to find hotel rooms, the party spent the night in the terminal in Atlanta.
Coach Dooley still looked pretty sharp in his suit from the day before and still managed a smile, though he also looked like he was ready to have a nap at home.
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams threw the last of their lavish offseason parties Thursday night so they could hand out their massive Super Bowl championship rings to their current and former players.
Sean McVay sees the Friday morning after that soirée as the dividing line between the success of last season and the formidable task in front of the Rams this fall as they attempt to become the NFL’s first repeat champions in 18 years.
“It was kind of good timing, because now it represents, ‘Let’s turn the page,’” McVay said outside the Rams’ training camp headquarters in balmy Orange County. “Let’s not minimize what a great year last year was, but that’s not going to have anything to do with this year.”
Most successful coaches repeat some version of this philosophy after a title, but McVay believes the Rams have the talent and the leadership to stay in the race for a second ring. Even if the Rams fall short, McVay is determined to make sure it isn’t because of complacency.
“So many things have to go right,” McVay said. “We could be a better team this year, and I think we’ve got a chance to do that, and it might not mean we win a Super Bowl, because there are a lot of things that take place throughout the course of a game — the bounce of a ball here — certain things that are out of your control.”
The Rams got several of those bounces during their playoff run while winning consecutive thrillers over Tampa Bay, San Francisco and Cincinnati with late-game surges. Those breaks meant the difference between an excellent season and a title-winning campaign, so McVay plans to make sure only that his team is prepared to get in the position to have another chance.
After the Rams made their first Super Bowl under McVay three seasons ago, they went 9-7 the following year while missing the playoffs for the only time in McVay’s career. The coach credits that slight decline to those bad bounces, not to any post-Super Bowl hangover or preparation flaws.
“A hangover, to me, what that entails is guys think they’re better than they are,” McVay said. “They stop working the right way, complacency sets in and the previous success you think is going to have anything to do with your future success. We’ve got the right kind of guys in our locker room, the right kind of coaches that are intrinsically motivated.”
The Rams have a few practical tasks to perform in camp. They must identify a replacement for departed starting cornerback Darious Williams and right guard Austin Corbett, and they must build teamwork and communication with new receiver Allen Robinson and middle linebacker Bobby Wagner, who must both take on major roles immediately.
The Rams will hold their first practice at UC Irvine on Sunday. They’re getting an early jump on camp partly because they’ve got the first game of the new season as the defending champs: They’ll host Von Miller’s Buffalo Bills on Thursday, Sept. 8.
As for his own future, McVay admitted he contemplated stepping away from the game before deciding to continue with the Rams. He hasn’t finalized a contract extension yet with the team, but he said the negotiations are “in a good place,” and it’s “more than likely” they’ll finalize a deal in training camp.
General manager Les Snead is also expected to agree to a contract extension during training camp to continue their partnership with the Rams, who have five consecutive winning seasons, four playoff berths, three NFC West titles, two Super Bowl appearances and one championship during their half-decade together.
“Myself and Les, being a pair, when we get that thing finalized, you guys will know,” McVay said. “But I feel really good about the direction that’s going.”
NOTES: The Rams placed All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list along with linebacker Travin Howard and rookies Quentin Lake and Kyren Williams. Ramsey had offseason shoulder surgery, and McVay said the team will be deliberate with Ramsey’s rehabilitation. “When we did do that surgery on him, it was important … to attack the rehab the right way, and most importantly, be ready for Sept. 8, ready to go, so we’ll be smart about that progress for him,” McVay said.
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Dwayne Johnson went a few steps beyond merely teasing his long-awaited “Black Adam” movie at Comic-Con in San Diego on Saturday.
Ever the showman, Johnson brought a new traile r for the DC Comics superhero film and some flashy technology, lighting up the biggest room at the annual fan convention all while in costume. But he had another big reveal too: Johnson told the 6,000-some people in the audience that they could see “Black Adam” in IMAX for free with the help of the ticketing service Fandango.
The character Black Adam has the powers of the ancient gods and has been entombed for some 5,000 years before being released into the modern world. In the trailer he says his powers are “a curse, not a gift.”
Set for an Oct. 21 theatrical release, “Black Adam” reunites Johnson with his “Jungle Cruise” director Jaume Collet-Serra. It also stars Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher and Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone, all of whom joined Johnson and Collet-Serra for the panel.
“Black Adam” was just one part of Warner Bros. return to Comic-Con, where audiences also got a glimpse at a new trailer for “ Shazam! Fury of the Gods.” Stars Zachary Levi and Lucy Liu were on hand to promote the sequel, which is due to arrive in theaters on Dec. 21 and continues the story of a teenager-turned-superhero who is feeling a bit like a fraud. The film sees the return of Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer and Adam Brody and adds Helen Mirren and Rachel Zegler of “West Side Story” to the mix.
The studio stuck to its 2022 superhero releases, forgoing sneak peeks at films due next year. One of those is “The Flash,” whose star Ezra Miller was arrested in Hawaii twice this year — in a disorderly conduct case and on suspicion of assault.
Miller plays Barry Allen in the Andy Muschietti-directed film, which has wrapped production and is supposed to open in June 2023. They have been credited as the first out LGBT person to play a lead role in a major superhero film. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Warner-Bros-brings-Black-Adam-Shazam-17324763.php | 2022-07-23T21:40:58Z | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Warner-Bros-brings-Black-Adam-Shazam-17324763.php | true |
Busch gets antsy for contract resolution with Gibbs, Toyota
By DAN GELSTON
AP Sports Writer
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Kyle Busch faces an uncertain future after M&M Mars announced it would pull its marketing spend at the end of this season. The company has sponsored Busch since he joined Joe Gibbs Racing in 2008. The search for a new sponsor has dragged on and Busch has grown antsy waiting for a new deal. The 37-year-old Busch has 222 wins across NASCAR’s three national series and is the only active Cup driver with multiple championships. Busch also wants to keep his Kyle Busch Motorsports team alive in the Truck Series. He likely needs to stay with Toyota to keep the program alive. | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/07/23/busch-gets-antsy-for-contract-resolution-with-gibbs-toyota/ | 2022-07-23T21:42:26Z | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/07/23/busch-gets-antsy-for-contract-resolution-with-gibbs-toyota/ | false |
White sox fourth. Josh Harrison singles to shallow infield. Yoan Moncada lines out to right center field to Nolan Jones. Andrew Vaughn reaches on a fielder's choice to shallow left field. Josh Harrison out at second. Jose Abreu singles to center field. Andrew Vaughn to third. Yasmani Grandal singles to shallow center field. Jose Abreu to second. Andrew Vaughn scores. Gavin Sheets walks. Yasmani Grandal to second. Jose Abreu to third. Seby Zavala called out on strikes.
1 run, 3 hits, 0 errors, 3 left on. White sox 1, Guardians 0.
Guardians fifth. Nolan Jones walks. Austin Hedges hit by pitch. Nolan Jones to second. Myles Straw reaches on a fielder's choice to shallow infield. Austin Hedges out at second. Nolan Jones to third. Steven Kwan doubles to left field. Myles Straw to third. Nolan Jones scores. Amed Rosario singles to right field, advances to 3rd. Steven Kwan scores. Myles Straw scores. Throwing error by Gavin Sheets. Jose Ramirez out on a sacrifice fly to right field to Gavin Sheets. Amed Rosario scores. Franmil Reyes grounds out to shortstop, Yoan Moncada to Jose Abreu.
4 runs, 2 hits, 1 error, 0 left on. Guardians 4, White sox 1.
White sox seventh. Seby Zavala singles to left field. Leury Garcia reaches on a fielder's choice to second base. Seby Zavala out at second. Eloy Jimenez pinch-hitting for Adam Engel. Eloy Jimenez flies out to center field to Myles Straw. Josh Harrison doubles to right field. Leury Garcia scores. Yoan Moncada doubles to deep left center field. Josh Harrison scores. Andrew Vaughn singles to shallow center field. Yoan Moncada scores. Jose Abreu singles to right field. Andrew Vaughn to second. Yasmani Grandal singles to third base. Jose Abreu to second. Andrew Vaughn to third. Gavin Sheets strikes out swinging.
3 runs, 6 hits, 0 errors, 3 left on. Guardians 4, White sox 4.
Guardians ninth. Nolan Jones doubles to right field. Josh Naylor pinch-hitting for Austin Hedges. Josh Naylor singles to center field. Nolan Jones scores. Myles Straw out on a sacrifice bunt to shallow infield, Liam Hendriks to Josh Harrison. Alex Call to second. Steven Kwan singles to left center field. Alex Call scores. Amed Rosario singles to right center field. Steven Kwan to third. Jose Ramirez out on a sacrifice fly to right field to Gavin Sheets. Steven Kwan scores. Franmil Reyes strikes out swinging.
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American Legion
SENIORS
CLASS A STATE TOURNAMENT
(Double elimination)
AMERICAN DIVISION
At Don Roddy Field in Bellevue
Saturday's results
Carpet Land 4, Bellevue West 3
Elkhorn North 11, Grand Island 1
Game 3--Gretna vs. Millard South, 4 p.m.
Game 4--Bellevue East vs. Fremont, 7 p.m.
Sunday's games
Game 5--Bellevue West vs. Grand Island, 10 a.m.
Game 6--Game 3 loser vs. Game 4 loser, 1 p.m.
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Game 7--Carpet Land vs. Elkhorn North, 4 p.m.
Game 8--Game 3 winner vs. Game 4 winner, 7 p.m.
Monday's games
Game 9--Game 7 loser vs. Game 6 winner, 1 p.m.
Game 10--Game 8 loser vs. Game 5 winner, 4 p.m.
Game 11--Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner, 7 p.m.
Tuesday's games
Game 12--Teams TBA, 4 p.m.
Game 13--Teams TBA, 7 p.m.
Wednesday's games
Game 14--Teams TBA, 5 p.m. (second game to follow if necessary)
NATIONAL DIVISION
At Den Hartog Field
Saturday's results
Millard West 6, Pinnacle Bank 3
Game 2--Elkhorn South vs. Hastings, 1 p.m.
Game 3--Millard North vs. Creighton Prep, 4 p.m.
Game 4--Columbus vs. Judds Brothers, 7 p.m.
Sunday's games
Game 5--Pinnacle Bank vs. Game 2 loser, 10 a.m.
Game 6--Game 3 loser vs. Game 4 loser, 1 p.m.
Game 7--Millard West vs. Game 2 winner, 4 p.m.
Game 8--Game 3 winner vs. Game 4 winner, 7 p.m.
Monday's games
Game 9--Game 7 loser vs. Game 6 winner, 1 p.m.
Game 10--Game 8 loser vs. Game 5 winner, 4 p.m.
Game 11--Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner, 7 p.m.
Tuesday's games
Game 12--Teams TBA, 4 p.m.
Game 13--Teams TBA, 7 p.m.
Wednesday's games
Game 14--Teams TBA, 4 p.m. (second game to follow if necessary)
AREA TOURNAMENTS
Friday's results
B-1 at Beatrice
Hickman 2, Beatrice 1
Nemaha Sports Construction 12, Crete 4
Fairbury 3, Sutton 1
B-2 at Omaha Roncalli
Omaha Concordia 4, Waverly 3
Ashland 4, Auburn 3, 8 inn.
Nebraska City 4, Omaha Roncalli 1
C-3 at Yutan
Louisville-Weeping Water vs. Hooper-Scribner
Yutan vs. EMN
North Bend-Morse Bluff vs. Oakland
C-4 at Wymore
Chick-Fil-A 14, Wymore 0
Tecumseh 19, Bennet/Palmyra 1
Syracuse 11, Wilber 1
JUNIORS
CLASS A STATE TOURNAMENT
(Double elimination)
At Memorial Field in Kearney
Saturday's games
Game 1--Papillion South vs. Cornhusker H&A, 11:30 a.m.
Game 2--Millard South vs. Grand Island, 2 p.m.
Game 3--Millard North vs. Creighton Prep, 4:30 p.m.
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SAN ANTONIO – Undrafted rookie guard Jordan Hall has reached agreement on a two-way deal with the Spurs after impressing the team with his passing skills in Summer League play, a league source said Saturday.
“I like doing that just as much as hitting a 3 or dunking the ball,” Hall said after a practice in Las Vegas of setting up his teammates. “It feels good to get other involved. That’s what I like.”
The Athletic was the first to report the agreement.
The 6-foot-8, 220-pound Hall, a 20-year-old New Jersey native who starred at St. Joseph’s, is the second member of the Spurs’ Summer League squad to receive a two-way deal. Undrafted rookie forward/center Dominick Barlow signed his two-way contract while in Las Vegas.
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Two-way contracts allow NBA teams to carry two extra players in addition to the 15 on their regular season roster. Two-way players typically spend a considerable amount of time working on their skills in the G League.
With the Spurs expected to sign Hall soon, second-year forward Joe Wieskamp’s future with the team is uncertain. Selected in the second-round of the 2021 NBA Draft, the former Iowa standout received a qualifying offer from the club earlier this month that made him a restricted free agent. Wieskamp was expected to compete with Barlow and Hall for a two-way slot in Vegas, but an ankle injury prevented him from playing.
Hall declared for the NBA draft after he averaged 14.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.8 assists while shooting better than 36 percent from 3-point range as a sophomore last season.
For his college career, he posted a 32.25 percent assist rate, which ranked better than most of the guards in the 2022 class. Appearing in 50 career games with 47 starts, he set a school record for career assists per game (5.7) and posted five double-digit assist games, second-most in Hawks history behind former NBA point guard Jameer Nelson’s eight.
“He’s played some point guard, so he has a unique skill set at his size,” said Spurs assistant Mitch Johnson, head coach of the club’s summer league squad. “You can put the ball in his hands, or he can play off the ball.” | https://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/allspursnation/article/NBA-Spurs-summer-Hall-rookie-17324705.php | 2022-07-23T21:57:27Z | https://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/allspursnation/article/NBA-Spurs-summer-Hall-rookie-17324705.php | true |
(iSeeCars) – The electric car market has exploded in recent years. And with gasoline prices at record highs, many consumers are considering purchasing an all-electric vehicle. Today there are more electric cars on the market than ever, and among them are relatively affordable options for consumers who want a zero-emission vehicle that won’t break the bank.
While there are more new electric cars to choose from because many of these cars just came to market, there are also several used electric cars to choose from to provide even greater savings.
The Cheapest Electric Cars: New Cars
There are currently 15 electric cars on the market that have starting MSRPs less than $50,000. Here is a list of the cheapest EVs:
The most affordable electric car is the Nissan LEAF, with a base price of $27,400. With a range of 149 miles in its base model, its range improves on upper trims including 215 miles in the LEAF Plus trim and 226 miles of range in the S Plus trim. The compact hatchback is in the middle of the pack for range, but provides more than enough battery life for the daily commute. The second-most affordable is the MINI Hardtop 2 Door, which has the lowest range of the vehicles on the list, and it is also the smallest in size to make it ideal for city driving.
A pair of electric Chevy models earn the third and fourth spots, the Chevrolet Bolt hatchback, and its new-for-2022 crossover version the Chevrolet Bolt EUV. Both the Chevy Bolt hatchback and the Bolt EUV earn respectable range and are praised for their driving dynamics and affordability. The Bolt offers DC fast charging capability and offers infotainment features including a 10.2-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Rounding out the top five is Mazda’s first all-electric vehicle, the MX-30 compact crossover. The MX-30 features Mazda’s engaging driving dynamics but falls short with its electric range due to its small battery pack. The vehicle was introduced in California in 2021 and is set to become available in the rest of the U.S. in 2022.
Hyundai and Kia models are well-represented on the list, including the Hyundai Kona Electric, the Kia Niro EV, the Kia EV6, and the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The mechanically similar Hyundai Kona and Kia Niro have been available as all-electric vehicles since 2019, while the EV6 and IONIQ 5 electric SUVs just entered the market in 2022. The Kona and Niro are subcompact SUVs, while the EV6 and IONIQ 5 are compact electric SUVs offering more cargo and passenger space. Rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Ioniq 5 models feature a single electric motor with 225 horsepower, while all-wheel-drive (AWD) models feature two electric motors with a combined output of 320 horsepower. The Kia offers more powertrain options including a base engine with a 58-kWh battery pack and a single 167-horsepower electric motor. The upper trims feature a 77.4-kWh battery with the same output as the IONIQ 5. Though not luxury vehicles, the IONIQ 5 and the EV6 are critically acclaimed and draw comparisons to the Tesla Model Y.
The highly anticipated Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup truck makes the list with its starting price falling just under $40,000. The Lightning offers an EPA-estimated 230 miles of driving range on a full charge in its entry-level base form with its 98-kWh Standard Range battery pack. The base Ford F-150 Lightning can tow 5,000 pounds when paired with its Standard Range battery and up to 7,700 pounds when paired with the Extended Range battery. A towing package can be added to improve these ratings to 7,700 and 10,000 pounds. The F-150 Lightning also comes with a suite of driver-assist features including blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking, and adaptive headlights.
The Cheapest Electric Cars: Used Cars
For drivers who want even more affordable electric cars, there are many used versions to choose from. However, these vehicles were among the first EVs on the market, and do not benefit from the technological advances in battery range. Here are the cheapest five-year-old used electric cars you can buy:
With the exception of the Nissan LEAF and the Chevrolet Bolt EV, each model on the list has been discontinued. The 2017 Nissan LEAF has about half the battery range of its newest version, and 2017 is the last model year for the previous generation. Used car buyers seeking longer ranges should consider LEAFs from the 2018 model year and newer. The 2017 Chevy Bolt has the longest range of 238 miles and boasts a price tag of under $25,000 on average.
The price of used electric cars can also vary by geographic area, so buyers should refer to the best and worst cities to buy used electric cars.
Other Considerations: Federal Tax Credit
Another consideration for buyers of new EVs is the federal tax credit. The EV tax credit is a federal incentive that encourages drivers to purchase a plug-in electric vehicle. This credit applies to all electric and plug-in vehicles, but it phases out once an automaker reaches 200,000 sales of the qualifying vehicle. All Tesla models and the Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV are no longer eligible for the tax credit. A list of qualifying vehicles can be found on the U.S. Department of Energy’s website, fueleconomy.org.
Bottom Line
While electric vehicles tend to be more expensive than their gasoline counterparts, there are affordable EVs on the market for both new and used car shoppers. It’s also worth noting that along with fuel savings, electric vehicles tend to have lower maintenance costs because they don’t require routine maintenance like oil changes, and their regenerative braking improves brake life. Electric cars are also the future of transportation, as most automakers have pledged to fully electrify their fleets and to phase out gasoline cars. Additionally, the charging infrastructure continues to make significant gains and many EVs now offer fast-charging ports to allow for faster charging times.
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Thousands of evacuation orders were issued in the US state of California on Saturday as a fast-moving brush fire near Yosemite National Park began to grow rapidly.
Evacuation orders were issued for over 6,000 people, Sierra National Forest spokesman Daniel Patterson said. More than 400 firefighters along with helicopters and bulldozers were working to put out the blaze, he said.
What do we know about the fire?
The Oak Fire started Friday afternoon southwest of the park. By Saturday, it had grown to 10.2 square miles (26.5 square kilometers), according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
"The fire is moving quickly. This fire was throwing embers out in front of itself for up to 2 miles yesterday," Patterson said. "These are exceptional fire conditions."
By Saturday morning, the fire had destroyed 10 residential and commercial structures and damaged 5 others, according to Cal Fire. It was threatening 2,000 more structures and had prompted numerous road closures.
"Explosive fire behavior is challenging firefighters," Cal Fire said in a statement. It went on to describe the Oak Fire as "extreme with frequent runs, spot fires and group torching."
As of midday Saturday, the fire was zero percent contained, according to Cal Fire.
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Climate change: Flooding, drought, fire and heat waves around the world
Sweltering heat in Europe
Scorching temperatures have been fueling wildfires in several countries. A fire in Spain has so far burnt out at least 4,000 hectares of land, local officials said. Italy, Croatia, France and Portugal all reported forest fires that were linked to the high temperatures this week. Heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change, scientists say.
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Climate change: Flooding, drought, fire and heat waves around the world
Sydney flooding
The start of July brought the fourth set of floods in 18 months to the Australian state of New South Wales. The Greater Sydney area was especially affected, with eight months worth of rain falling in just four days. Roads were turned into rivers and tens of thousands of people evacuated from their homes. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the repeated floods proved the need for climate action.
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Pakistan monsoon rains
Storms have lashed Pakistan since mid-June, killing more than 70 people and damaging homes, roads, bridges and power stations. The country's minister for climate change said the recent rains were 87% heavier than the average downpour and that Pakistan should be ready to face more flooding as the warming world causes the country's glaciers to melt faster.
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Water restrictions in Italy
After scarce winter rains and months of drought, the Italian government declared a state of emergency in five regions. It will remain in place until the end of the year. Cities and districts have independently imposed restrictions on water usage. It is the most serious water crisis for 70 years in the country's Po basin region, which is vital for Italy's agriculture and livestock.
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North American wildfires
Even before the US wildfire season has officially begun, parts of the country are in flames. A fire erupted in northern California at the beginning of July and more than doubled in size overnight forcing hundreds of evacuations. It is just one of many fires burning across the state, 96% of which is experiencing drought, according to the United States Drought Monitor.
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Heat wave in China
China is sweltering under the worst heat wave in decades. Scorching heat hit parts of the country in June and July, and air-con demand caused the electricity load in the eastern province of Henan to hit a new record. Meanwhile, the south has had heavy rain and floods. The government has blamed the extremes on climate change, which it says will increasingly impact both society and the economy.
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Northeastern Brazil landslides
Landslides and flooding following torrential rains wiped away housing in Brazil's northeastern Pernambuco state in May, killing at least 100 people. Favelas built on hillsides are prone to such disasters and experts say climate change contributes to more intense rainfall. The IPCC classified the low-lying metro region around the Pernambuco capital of Recife as one of the world's most vulnerable.
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South Africa extreme rains
In April, intense rains hit the eastern coast of South Africa, causing floods and landslides that claimed more than 400 lives, destroyed over 12,000 houses and forced an estimated 40,000 people from their homes. A World Weather Attribution study found that climate change made the rains in South Africa twice as likely and up to 8% more intense.
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East Africa prolonged drought
East Africa is experiencing one of the worst droughts in decades. It started last year and is still ongoing after a fourth season of failed rains. Up to 20 million people are now at risk of severe hunger. Scientists say the decline in the spring rainy season, which is tied to warmer waters in the Indian Ocean, causes rains to fall rapidly over the ocean before reaching land.
Author: Anne-Sophie Brändlin, Sarah Steffen
Worst drought in decades
The blaze was raging in a sparsely-populated, mostly rural area of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Patterson said.
According to him, hot weather, low humidity and bone dry vegetation caused by the worst drought in decades was fueling the blaze.
California has experienced increasingly larger wildfires in recent years as climate change has made the western part of the United States much warmer and drier.
Firefighters made significant progress against a separate wildfire on Friday, which was 79% contained after having burnt about 7.5 square miles (19.4 square kilometers) of forest. The fire broke out on July 7.
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Flash flood Warning in Coconino County burn scar areas: Live radar, updates
Parts of Coconino County, including where there are burn scars from recent wildfires, are under a Flash Flood Warning until 5:30 p.m. Saturday, says the National Weather Service on July 23.
When areas of burn scars are flooded, water rushes down on the slick, burned areas quickly and is extremely powerful. This monsoon season is already shaping up to be the worst Coconino County has seen in a decade, because the Pipeline Fire just re-burned the same area of the mountain as the Schultz Fire.
As for Sunday weather, a Flood Watch was issued for all of Maricopa, Pinal and Gila counties beginning in the afternoon and ending Monday morning.
For more weather watches and warnings, click here.
Road Conditions
- Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)
- az511.com
Rain/flood safety tips
The American Red Cross' tips for heavy rain situations and flood safety:
- Turn around don’t drown! If you must drive and you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and go another way.
- If you are caught on a flooded road and waters are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground.
- Tune in to your local radio, NOAA radio, or news channels for the latest updates.
- If your neighborhood is prone to flooding, be prepared to evacuate quickly.
- Follow evacuation orders and do not attempt to return until officials say it is safe.
- If power lines are down, do not step in puddles or standing water.
- If power is out, use a flashlight. Do not use any open flame as alternate lighting.
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PHOENIX (AP) — A judge has dismissed Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s lawsuit challenging the Biden administration’s demands that the state stop sending millions in federal COVID-19 relief money to schools that don’t have mask requirements or that close due to COVID-19 outbreaks.
The state filed the lawsuit earlier this year after the U.S. Treasury Department demanded that Ducey either restructure the $163 million program to eliminate restrictions it says undermine public health recommendations or face a repayment demand.
The Treasury Department also wanted changes to a $10 million program Ducey created that gives private school tuition money to parents if their children’s schools have mask mandates.
In a ruling earlier this week, U.S. District Judge Steven Logan concluded it was reasonable for the Biden administration to say that the money couldn’t be spent on efforts that would undermine compliance with COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The judge said a program that requires noncompliance with guidelines may worsen the pandemic and create more negative effects, which goes against the purpose of the relief fund.
While Ducey claimed the the American Rescue Plan Act wasn’t clear in the conditions it imposed on using the relief money, the judge agreed with the Biden administration’s argument that the permissible uses for the funds under the law — and its authorization for the Treasury Department to issue appropriate regulations — put the state on notice about the conditions associated with accepting the money.
Ducey’s lawyers have said in court records that the governor is appealing the ruling. Ducey spokesman C.J. Karamargin said on Saturday that the governor’s office was reviewing the decision.
The lawsuit said the Treasury Department created restrictions on spending the money Arizona receives under the American Rescue Plan Act on its own and without legal authority. It asked a court to declare that the Treasury Department’s rules are illegal and permanently block enforcement and any demands that it pay back the money spent on the two programs.
The Treasury Department started demanding that Ducey change the programs in October. It was part of a concerted effort to force Arizona and some other Republican-led states that have opposed mask mandates or were using pandemic funding to advance their own agendas to end those practices.
Ducey rejected Treasury’s request the following month, and the Biden administration followed up with a formal demand that it cease using the money for the disputed programs or face either repayment demands or withholding of additional money it is set to receive under Biden’s COVID-19 relief bill.
At issue are two state programs the Republican governor created last summer meant to help schools and students.
Arizona’s Education Plus-Up Grant Program provides $163 million in funding to schools in higher-income areas that received less than $1,800 per student in federal virus aid. Districts that require face coverings or that have closed due to virus outbreaks are ineligible.
Another called the COVID-19 Educational Recovery Benefit Program provides for up to $7,000 for parents if their child’s school requires face coverings or quarantines after exposure. It lets parents use the money for private school tuition or other education costs and its design mirrors the state’s existing school voucher program.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Dwight Smith, a runner-up for NL rookie of the year who played on Atlanta’s World Series-winning team in 1995, died Friday, the Braves announced. He was 58.
The Braves said the former outfielder and pinch-hitting specialist died of congestive heart and lung failure. He lived in suburban Peachtree City, about 30 miles south of Atlanta.
Smith played in the big leagues for eight years, starting out with the Chicago Cubs, splitting a season between the Angels and Baltimore Orioles before joining the Braves for his final two seasons.
His son, Dwight Jr., has also spent time in majors, most recently with Baltimore in 2020.
The elder Smith served mostly as a pinch-hitter with the Braves in 1995, hitting .252 with three homers and 21 RBIs in 103 games.
Atlanta defeated Cleveland in six games to win the World Series. with Smith appearing three times as a pinch-hitter. He went 1 for 2 with a walk.
In a statement, the Braves called Smith “an integral member” of their first Atlanta championship team.
“Dwight was also a beloved alumni member, and his infectious smile will be missed around Truist Park,” the team added.
Smith played one more season with the Braves to close out his career. He batted just .203 with three homers and 16 RBIs in 101 games. He did not appear in the postseason as Atlanta again reached the World Series, losing to the New York Yankees.
Smith had his best season as a rookie with the Cubs in 1989, batting .324 with nine homers and 52 RBIs to help Chicago win the NL East. He was runner-up to teammate Jerome Walton for rookie of the year.
“We are saddened to learn of the death of Dwight Smith and send our condolences,” the Cubs tweeted.
After five seasons with the Cubs, Smith signed with the Angels as a free agent in 1994. He was traded to Baltimore during the strike-shortened season, then moved on the Braves the following year.
Smith was survived by his wife Cheryl, Dwight Jr., and daughters Taylor and Shannyn.
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VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis’ trip to Canada to apologize for the horrors of church-run Indigenous residential schools marks a radical rethink of the Catholic Church’s missionary legacy, spurred on by the first pope from the Americas and the discovery of hundreds of probable graves at the school sites.
Francis has said his weeklong visit, which begins Sunday, is a “penitential pilgrimage” to beg forgiveness on Canadian soil for the “evil” done to Native peoples by Catholic missionaries. It follows his April 1 apology in the Vatican for the generations of trauma Indigenous peoples suffered as a result of a church-enforced policy to eliminate their culture and assimilate them into Canadian, Christian society.
Francis’ tone of personal repentance has signaled a notable shift for the papacy, which has long acknowledged abuses in the residential schools and strongly asserted the rights and dignity of Indigenous peoples. But past popes have also hailed the sacrifice and holiness of the European Catholic missionaries who brought Christianity to the Americas — something Francis, too, has done but isn’t expected to emphasize during this trip.
Cardinal Michael Czerny, a Canadian Jesuit who is a top papal adviser, recalled that early on in his papacy, Francis asserted that no single culture can claim a hold on Christianity, and that the church cannot demand that people on other continents imitate the European way of expressing the faith.
“If this conviction had been accepted by everyone involved in the centuries after the ‘discovery’ of the Americas, much suffering would have been avoided, great developments would have occurred and the Americas would be all-around better,” he told The Associated Press in an email.
The trip won’t be easy for the 85-year-old Francis or for residential school survivors and their families. Francis can no longer walk without assistance and will be using a wheelchair and cane because of painful strained knee ligaments. Trauma experts are being deployed at all events to provide mental health assistance for school survivors, given the likelihood of triggering memories.
“It is an understatement to say there are mixed emotions,” said Chief Desmond Bull of the Louis Bull Tribe, one of the First Nations that are part of the Maskwacis territory where Francis will deliver his first sweeping apology on Monday near the site of a former residential school.
The Canadian government has admitted that physical and sexual abuse were rampant in the state-funded, Christian schools that operated from the 19th century to the 1970s. Some 150,000 Indigenous children were taken from their families and forced to attend in an effort to isolate them from the influence of their homes, Native languages and cultures.
The legacy of that abuse and isolation from family has been cited by Indigenous leaders as a root cause of the epidemic rates of alcohol and drug addiction on Canadian reservations.
“For survivors from coast to coast, this is an opportunity — the first and maybe the last — to perhaps find some closure for themselves and their families,” said Chief Randy Ermineskin of the Ermineskin Cree Nation.
“This will be a difficult process but a necessary one,” he said.
Unlike most papal trips, diplomatic protocols are taking a back seat to personal encounters with First Nations, Metis and Inuit survivors. Francis doesn’t formally meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau until midway through, in Quebec City, although Trudeau will greet him on the tarmac upon his arrival Sunday.
Francis is also ending the trip in unusual style, stopping in Iqaluit, Nunavut — the farthest north he’s ever traveled — to bring his apology to the Inuit community before flying back to Rome.
As recently as 2018, Francis had refused to personally apologize for residential school abuses, even after Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission in 2015 documented institutional blame and specifically recommended a papal apology delivered on Canadian soil.
Trudeau traveled to the Vatican in 2017 to appeal to Francis to apologize, but the pontiff felt “he could not personally respond” to the call, Canadian bishops said at the time.
What changed? The first pope from the Americas, who has long defended the rights of Indigenous peoples, had already apologized in Bolivia in 2015 for colonial-era crimes against Native peoples.
In 2019, Francis — an Argentine Jesuit — hosted a big Vatican conference on the Amazon highlighting that injustices Native peoples suffered during colonial times were still continuing, with their lands and resources exploited by corporate interests.
Then in 2021, the remains of around 200 children were found at the site of what was once Canada’s largest Indigenous residential school, in Kamloops, British Columbia. More probable graves followed outside other former residential schools.
“It was only when our children were beginning to be found in mass graves, garnering international attention, that light was brought to this painful period in our history,” said Bull, the Louis Bull Tribe chief.
After the discovery, Francis finally agreed to meet with Indigenous delegations last spring and promised to come to their lands to apologize in person.
“Obviously there are wounds that remained open and require a response,” Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said, when asked about the evolution of the papal response.
One of those wounds concerns the papal influences in the Doctrine of Discovery, the 19th-century international legal concept that is often understood as legitimizing the European colonial seizure of land and resources from Native peoples.
For decades, Indigenous peoples have demanded the Holy See formally rescind the 15th century papal bulls, or decrees, that gave European kingdoms the religious backing to claim lands that their explorers “discovered” for the sake of spreading the Christian faith.
Church officials have long rejected those concepts, insisted the decrees merely sought to ensure European expansion would be peaceful, and said they had been surpassed by subsequent church teachings strongly affirming the dignity and rights of Indigenous peoples.
But the matter is still raw for Michelle Schenandoah, a member of the Oneida Nation Wolf Clan, who was the last person to address the pope when the First Nations delegation met with him on March 31.
Wearing a cradle board on her back to represent the children whose lives were lost in residential schools, she told him the Doctrine of Discovery had “led to the continual taking of our babies.”
“It deprived us of our dignity, our freedom, and led to the exploitation of our Mother Earth,” she said. She begged Francis to “release the world from its place of enslavement” caused by the decrees.
Asked about the calls, Bruni said there was an articulated “reflection” under way in the Holy See but he didn’t think anything would be announced during this trip.
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This version corrects the attribution of the quote about closure to Chief Randy Ermineskin.
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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Bestselling author Wes Moore won the Democratic primary for Maryland governor on Friday, setting up a general election contest against Republican Dan Cox, a hard-line conservative endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
Moore, the author of the book “The Other Wes Moore” and the former CEO of an anti-poverty nonprofit, defeated a long list of other high-profile Democrats, including Tom Perez, the former U.S. labor secretary and ex-Democratic National Committee chair, and Peter Franchot, the state’s longtime comptroller.
Moore will be the strong favorite in the November election against Cox, a right-wing member of the Maryland House of Delegates whose extreme brand of politics is considered a liability in a heavily Democratic state that twice elected centrist Republican Gov. Larry Hogan. Moore would be the state’s first Black governor if elected.
A political novice, Moore was boosted in his campaign by Oprah Winfrey, who hosted a virtual fundraiser for him. He also had the support of U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland, the No. 2 House Democrat.
Cox was declared the winner of the Republican primary on Tuesday night. It took until Friday to call the Democratic primary for Moore because the margins were tighter and a larger number of mail ballots were cast in the race. Maryland law prohibits counties from opening mail ballots until the Thursday after election day.
Cox, an acolyte of Trump and supporter of right-wing causes, has promoted Trump’s lies of a stolen 2020 election, organized buses to Washington for the “Stop the Steal” rally on Jan. 6, 2021, and tweeted during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol that then-Vice President Mike Pence was a “traitor.”
Democrats see Moore as a strong candidate with a compelling personal story.
He was raised by a single mother after his father died when Moore was 3. Moore graduated from Valley Forge Military College and Johns Hopkins University and won a Rhodes scholarship to study at Oxford University.
He later served as a captain and paratrooper with the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne and saw combat in Afghanistan.
He started and eventually sold a small business called BridgeEdU, which, according to his website, “reinvents freshman year of college for underserved students to increase their likelihood of long-term success.” During his four years as CEO of the anti-poverty nonprofit Robin Hood Foundation, the organization distributed more than $600 million to help impoverished families.
Moore has written a number of books, including “The Other Wes Moore,” a memoir that juxtaposes his life with that of another man with the same name and a similar background who ended up serving a life sentence for murder.
GOP voters’ decision to nominate Cox dashed the hopes of Hogan and other establishment Republicans that the party could hold on to the governor’s mansion in a state where Democrats outnumber Republicans 2-to-1. Hogan was able to draw bipartisan support with his moderate policies and his willingness to criticize Trump when he felt it warranted — a significant act in a party that expects its members to fall in line behind its leader.
Hogan, who was prohibited from running for a third consecutive term, endorsed his former Cabinet member Kelly Schulz in the four-way Republican primary. Hogan has not been shy in his distaste for Cox, denouncing him as a “nut” and a “QAnon whack job.” Cox sued over Hogan’s stay-at-home orders and regulations at the start of the pandemic and introduced a resolution to impeach Hogan for what Cox called “malfeasance in office.”
Hogan will not vote for him in November, his spokesperson said Wednesday.
Trump gloated over Cox’s success over Schulz on Tuesday night, writing in a statement, “RINO Larry Hogan’s Endorsement doesn’t seem to be working out so well for his heavily favored candidate.”
Hogan shot back Wednesday, tweeting that “Trump lost Republicans the White House, the House, and the Senate.” He said Trump will “cost us a Governor’s seat in Maryland where I ran 45 points ahead of him.”
“He’s fighting for his ego,” Hogan said. “We’re fighting to win, and the fight goes on.”
Jim Dornan, a Republican political strategist with experience in Maryland politics, described Cox’s victory in the primary as “a disaster” for down-ballot GOP candidates relying on a strong gubernatorial nominee to draw voters to the polls. He said any satisfaction Trump gleaned from defeating Hogan’s candidate would be short-lived because Republicans are now likely to lose the general election.
“I guess it can be put this way: Trump won the battle, and Hogan is looking to win the war,” said Dornan, who managed Republican Ellen Sauerbrey’s 1998 gubernatorial campaign and ran former Republican Party chair Michael Steele’s exploratory committee for governor last year before he decided against a bid.
Still, the fact that Hogan’s handpicked successor lost to a Trump-backed rival is an ominous sign for any national political ambitions Hogan may have, said Todd Eberly, a political science professor at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Hogan, like Trump, has been considering a Republican bid for president in 2024.
“I think the harsh reality is going to be, if that’s the case in a state that you’ve represented for the last eight years, a state that reelected you, it’s going to be that much harder for you to find success when you move beyond the borders of that state seeking a national nomination,” Eberly said.
Democrats have long viewed Cox as the weaker candidate in a general election. The Democratic Governors Association went so far as to spend more than $1 million to air an ad intended to help Cox in the Republican primary by stressing his Trump endorsement and his conservative bona fides.
Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, a Baltimore Democrat who has had plenty of disagreements with Hogan in recent years, said he and Hogan could sit down and discuss their differences and negotiate. Marylanders, he said, are not well represented by the winner of Tuesday’s GOP primary for governor.
“While it may be politically advantageous for the Democrats for that to be the case, I do worry what it means to have somebody who has such extreme views have a platform for the next four months,” Ferguson said.
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LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Zane Smith clinched the regular season NASCAR Truck Series championship and Chandler Smith took the checkered flag Saturday at Pocono Raceway.
Chandler Smith won his second race of the season driving for Kyle Busch Motorsports and is one of only two drivers in the playoff field with multiple wins this season. He led 49 of 60 laps on the 2½-mile tri-oval track.
“We’ve been going through a little bit of a struggle recently,” Chandler Smith said.
It was clear sailing at Pocono.
Zane Smith and Chandler Smith (they are not related), Ben Rhodes, John Hunter Nemechek, Stewart Friesen, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger and Matt Crafton are in the playoffs. The run to the championship opens Friday at Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Majeski, Crafton, Rhodes and Eckes all drive for ThorSport Racing. Crafton will race for a fourth series championship.
Zane Smith was the Truck Series runner-up in each of the past two seasons and hoped his success — he has three wins — over the first 16 races can better position him to win his first championship. One caveat: NASCAR’s Trucks’ regular-season points leader has not won the season championship in each of the past four years.
He finished 13th on Saturday.
“I knew I only had to get a couple of points,” to clinch, Smith said. “Long day. Fought a really tough truck. I’m glad we’re on to the playoffs and ready to get this season started.”
Todd Bodine slammed the wall early in his 800th career NASCAR start and the final scheduled one of his career. A two-time Truck Series champion, Bodine ran a limited schedule the past few seasons. He made 241 career Cup starts, 333 in the second-tier Xfinity Series, and Saturday marked his 226th in the Truck Series. He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986 at Martinsville Speedway.
He finished last in 36th place at Pocono.
“It’s definitely not how we wanted this to go,” he said. “It’s racing. I’ve been here before. I’ve wrecked before. This is part of the game.”
Can the 58-year-old Bodine really go out this way?
“Heck, maybe I’ll have to make 801,” he said.
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Make your patio, deck or porch as cozy as possible with classic wicker furniture
The right outdoor furniture can make your patio or balcony a more comfortable and attractive space to hang out. Wicker is made by weaving together pliable materials, such as rattan, bamboo or willow. Some wicker furniture pieces are made of resin, making them even more durable than traditional wicker pieces. Wicker furniture has a classic look that works with many decor styles, so it can help your yard become the perfect space for entertaining.
Wicker furniture benefits
It looks good
For some homeowners, the simple fact that wicker furniture has such a classic look makes it popular for outdoor spaces. The furniture gives off casual resort vibes but also has a polished appearance that works well with more sophisticated decor. Wicker’s versatility also means you can pair it with other materials like wood, metal or even plastic.
It’s durable
Wicker is one of the most durable materials you can choose for patio furniture. It holds up well to the elements, including rain, cold, heat, sun and even snow. The weaving process makes already strong materials like rattan, bamboo, reed or willow even more durable, too.
It doesn’t require much upkeep
No one wants outdoor furniture that requires serious maintenance. Most wicker furniture is naturally insect- and rot-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about it breaking down due to bug or moisture damage. Because it’s also weather-resistant, you usually don’t need to bring it into your garage or shed or even cover it during inclement weather.
If the furniture gets dirty, you can just wipe it down with a damp cloth. However, for stubborn dirt, a solution of 1 part water to 1 part bleach works well to clean it.
It’s easy to move
While wicker furniture is sturdy and durable, it’s also lightweight. That means even wicker sofas or love seats are easy to move. So whether you like to rearrange your outdoor living space regularly or just want to be able to put it away at the end of the season, you won’t have much trouble carting your wicker pieces around.
It’s safe for kids
Unlike wood and metal outdoor furniture, wicker furniture isn’t likely to become unbalanced. That means your kids can climb on it without the furniture toppling over and injuring them. If a wicker piece does fall, it’s also less likely to cause serious injury than wooden or metal furniture. It doesn’t have sharp edges, either.
How to choose wicker furniture
Measure your space
When you’re investing in new outdoor furniture, you want to be sure that the pieces will fit in your space. Use a tape measure to record the dimensions of the area where you plan to put your wicker furniture, so you know exactly what size pieces your porch, deck or patio can accommodate. If you have furniture you’re replacing, you can measure the old pieces to get an idea of the size that will work in your space.
Figure out what pieces you need
Before shopping for wicker furniture, consider what pieces your outdoor living space needs. Do you intend to use your patio, porch or deck primarily as a dining space? In that case, you’ll want a dining table and chairs. If you plan to use your outdoor space as a spot for reading or chatting with guests, a love seat, armchairs and coffee table are essential pieces. If you want to use your deck or patio as a space to relax, you may just want a pair of wicker lounge chairs or chaise lounges.
Decide if you want included cushions
Some wicker furniture has cushions already in place to ensure they’re as cozy and comfortable as possible. Other pieces feature just bare wicker, but you can add your own cushions or outdoor pillows to provide support. Of course, you’ll pay more for wicker furniture with cushions, but you won’t have the expense of buying separate cushions.
Choose a color
Wicker furniture is available in many natural colors, including tan, beige, gray and brown. You can also find some white and black wicker. Opt for a color that works with the other shades in your outdoor space to create a cohesive look.
If you choose wicker furniture with cushions, you’ll also have a choice of cushion color. Most come in solid colors, like red, blue or yellow, but you can also find some patterned options, such as stripes or floral prints.
Best premium wicker furniture
Sol 72 Outdoor Rochford All Weather Wicker/Rattan 11-Person Seating Group with Cushions
Seating up to 11, this large wicker furniture set is perfect if you entertain frequently. It includes a sectional sofa, two armchairs, two ottomans and a coffee table, so you have everything you need to enjoy cocktails or a conversation with friends. The cushions are fade- and water-resistant, too. Sold by Wayfair
Beacon Park Gray Wicker Patio Love seat with Cushions
This cozy two-seat sofa is an ideal piece for a small porch or patio. It can hold up to 600 pounds and is easily wiped clean with a damp cloth. The slipcover is removable and reversible for added versatility, too. Sold by Home Depot
Best Choice Products Five-piece Modular Wicker Conversation Set
With a modular design, this wicker furniture set lets you customize its setup to fit your patio or deck perfectly. It features padded, water-resistant cushions that have removable, machine-washable covers. The glass-top coffee table also provides the ideal spot to put drinks or snacks. Sold by Amazon
Hampton Bay Gableton Four-piece Steel Outdoor Patio Wicker Conversation Set
With a love seat and two chairs, this resin wicker furniture set can seat up to four. It includes durable cushions, and the wicker is rust- and weather-resistant, so you can leave it out even in the rain. The set also comes with a tempered glass-top coffee table. Sold by Home Depot
Patiorama Seven-piece Wicker Rattan Outdoor Sectional Sofa Set
This sturdy, durable wicker furniture has a powder-coated steel frame with woven PE ratan over it, so the set can last for years. It features a three-piece sofa, a large ottoman, two small ottomans and a coffee table. It also includes cushions with an anti-slip design to keep them in place on the sofa. Sold by Amazon
Sol 72 Outdoor Lazaro Wicker Four-person Seating Group
With a sleek, modern silhouette, this wicker furniture set provides a fresh take on traditional coastal decor. The sectional includes six pieces with foam-filled cushions for added comfort. They also have removable, machine-washable covers for easy cleaning. Sold by Wayfair
Art Leon Three-piece Patio Furniture Set
This contemporary wicker furniture set features high-density foam cushions for comfortable seating for up to three people. The PE rattan is also weather- and UV-resistant, so it won’t wear down in the rain or fade in the sun. Sold by Amazon
Alaterre Furniture Canaan Brown All-Weather Wicker Outdoor Large Corner Sectional Sofa
Designed to fit perfectly in the corner of a deck or patio, this wicker sectional provides plenty of seating when entertaining. It comes with super-plush back cushions covered with weather-resistant fabric. The slipcovers are removable for easy cleaning, too. Sold by Home Depot
Zipcode Design Willisville PE Wicker Two-person Seating Group
This compact wicker furniture set is perfect for sipping your morning coffee or catching up with a friend. The chairs have a comfortable bottom cushion, while the glass-top table has two tiers for extra storage. The furniture’s steel frame also offers improved durability. Sold by Wayfair
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PHOENIX (AP) — A judge has dismissed Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s lawsuit challenging the Biden administration’s demands that the state stop sending millions in federal COVID-19 relief money to schools that don’t have mask requirements or that close due to COVID-19 outbreaks.
The state filed the lawsuit earlier this year after the U.S. Treasury Department demanded that Ducey either restructure the $163 million program to eliminate restrictions it says undermine public health recommendations or face a repayment demand.
The Treasury Department also wanted changes to a $10 million program Ducey created that gives private school tuition money to parents if their children’s schools have mask mandates.
In a ruling earlier this week, U.S. District Judge Steven Logan concluded it was reasonable for the Biden administration to say that the money couldn’t be spent on efforts that would undermine compliance with COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The judge said a program that requires noncompliance with guidelines may worsen the pandemic and create more negative effects, which goes against the purpose of the relief fund.
While Ducey claimed the the American Rescue Plan Act wasn't clear in the conditions it imposed on using the relief money, the judge agreed with the Biden administration’s argument that the permissible uses for the funds under the law — and its authorization for the Treasury Department to issue appropriate regulations — put the state on notice about the conditions associated with accepting the money.
Ducey’s lawyers have said in court records that the governor is appealing the ruling. Ducey spokesman C.J. Karamargin said on Saturday that the governor's office was reviewing the decision.
The lawsuit said the Treasury Department created restrictions on spending the money Arizona receives under the American Rescue Plan Act on its own and without legal authority. It asked a court to declare that the Treasury Department’s rules are illegal and permanently block enforcement and any demands that it pay back the money spent on the two programs.
The Treasury Department started demanding that Ducey change the programs in October. It was part of a concerted effort to force Arizona and some other Republican-led states that have opposed mask mandates or were using pandemic funding to advance their own agendas to end those practices.
Ducey rejected Treasury’s request the following month, and the Biden administration followed up with a formal demand that it cease using the money for the disputed programs or face either repayment demands or withholding of additional money it is set to receive under Biden’s COVID-19 relief bill.
At issue are two state programs the Republican governor created last summer meant to help schools and students.
Arizona’s Education Plus-Up Grant Program provides $163 million in funding to schools in higher-income areas that received less than $1,800 per student in federal virus aid. Districts that require face coverings or that have closed due to virus outbreaks are ineligible.
Another called the COVID-19 Educational Recovery Benefit Program provides for up to $7,000 for parents if their child’s school requires face coverings or quarantines after exposure. It lets parents use the money for private school tuition or other education costs and its design mirrors the state’s existing school voucher program.
Ducey created the programs in part to up the pressure on school districts that had mask mandates or other COVID-19 restrictions, saying they were hurting children and parents who had endured more than a year of school shutdowns, remote learning and other restrictions. | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Judge-tosses-Arizona-suit-over-limits-on-virus-17324813.php | 2022-07-23T22:23:13Z | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Judge-tosses-Arizona-suit-over-limits-on-virus-17324813.php | false |
Suspect ‘ashamed’ after trying to kill man with forklift in western Arizona
MOHAVE VALLEY, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) — A man is in critical condition after he was pinned underneath a forklift weighing thousands of pounds in far western Arizona. He was only found, because the suspect who allegedly put him there brought deputies to the scene of the crime.
It happened Thursday night in Mohave Valley. According to the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, deputies met with a man at a business on Highway 95 shortly after 10 p.m. He reportedly looked distressed, then told deputies that he had done something wrong, and that he was ashamed of it.
He explained to deputies that he had lowered a forklift onto a man and that he wasn’t sure if he was dead. He then agreed to take deputies to a home on A Street, where they found a man pinned under a forklift. Emergency crews pulled the machinery off of him, and he was flown to a Las Vegas hospital where, as of Friday morning, he’s listed in critical but stable condition.
The suspect, since identified as 36-year-old Erwin Colato of California City, Calif., told detectives he first attacked the man in a travel trailer inside the home’s garage. Then he allegedly dragged the man onto the garage floor and lowered the 32,000 forklift on top of him. He reportedly told detectives his plan was to kill the other man.
Colato was booked into jail where he’s facing one count of felony Attempted Homicide. The victim’s identity has not been released.
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(NEXSTAR) – While the conversation surrounding federal student loan forgiveness continues, some parents have been left wondering if the loans they took out on behalf of their college students will qualify for the same relief.
The Direct PLUS Loan, commonly known as the Parent PLUS Loan, is available for eligible parents of dependent undergraduate students. According to the latest data from the Department of Education, parents of roughly 3.6 million students owe over $107 billion in Parent PLUS Loans as of March 2022. That’s about 6% of the entire $1.6 trillion in federal student loan debt Americans owe.
Biden, when asked in April about using executive authority to cancel student loan debt, told reporters he is not considering $50,000 in debt reduction. Multiple sources have confirmed to The Hill that Biden was considering expunging at least $10,000 per borrower.
Though sources have indicated debt relief could be restricted based on income level or loan type, additional details of widespread federal loan forgiveness haven’t been announced. The most recent update from the White House has been President Biden telling reporters on Wednesday that he will make a decision on student loan forgiveness by the end of August.
That also means it isn’t clear who will and won’t qualify for student debt relief. An analysis from Peter Granville, senior policy associate with The Century Foundation, says if the Biden administration were to restrict relief to “per student” rather than “per borrower,” the parents responsible for the Parent PLUS Loans may be excluded from debt cancelation.
Outside of waiting for potential widespread student loan forgiveness, parents can currently have their debt canceled in a limited number of ways.
According to the Federal Student Aid office, parent PLUS loans can be discharged if the parent dies or becomes totally and permanently disabled, or if their loan is discharged in bankruptcy. Loans could also be discharged if the student for whom the loan was borrowed dies, doesn’t complete their program before their school closes, or withdraws from school and the school does not refund the parents’ loan money.
Parent PLUS loan borrowers are also only eligible for one income-driven repayment option, the Income-Contingent Repayment Plan, or ICR. To use this plan, parents must first consolidate their PLUS loans into a Direct Consolidation Loan, then repay that loan under ICR.
Payments on the ICR plan are either 20% of the borrower’s discretionary income or what they would “pay on a repayment plan with a fixed payment over the course of 12 years, adjusted according to your income.” The lesser of the two is used, according to FSA. Parents can pursue Public Service Loan Forgiveness for their PLUS loans, but can only do so while using the ICR plan.
Ultimately, it’s too soon to tell whether Parent PLUS Loan borrowers are being considered in potential student loan forgiveness by the Biden administration.
So far, roughly 1.3 million borrowers have seen $26 billion in student debt forgiveness since President Biden took office.
In addition to the thousands of borrowers that have received debt cancellation under the revamped PSLF program, another 690,000 borrowers have had a total of $7.9 billion in student loans erased through discharges due to borrower defense and school closures. Over 400,000 borrowers have received more than $8.5 billion in debt forgiveness through total and permanent disability discharge.
The Biden administration agreed to cancel $6 billion in federal student debt for roughly 200,000 borrowers as part of a proposed class-action settlement. The borrowers claim their college defrauded them and their applications for relief from the Department of Education were delayed for years. | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/national/student-debt-can-parent-plus-loans-be-forgiven/ | 2022-07-23T22:45:51Z | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/national/student-debt-can-parent-plus-loans-be-forgiven/ | false |
3 West Virginia colleges receiving pandemic relief funds totaling $650,000
Three higher education institutions in West Virginia are receiving a total of more than $650,000 from federal funds to respond to and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s plans to become the highest-ranking lawmaker ever to visit Taiwan have been long in the making. Now, as she finalizes those plans, the Chinese government is threatening massive retaliation and the Biden administration wants her to delay. Taiwan is caught in the middle. All sides are bracing for a possible crisis that nobody really wants.
This delicate situation raises important questions. Is China bluffing or could Pelosi’s visit really spark a confrontation? Are the benefits of Pelosi visiting at this time worth the risk? And foremost: In our democracy, which branch of government has the final say when they disagree on a matter of foreign policy?
On Wednesday, when President Biden casually confirmed reporting that Pelosi was planning to visit Taiwan in August (she canceled a planned April trip after testing positive for covid-19), he inadvertently revealed the internal U.S. government conflict over the still-unannounced trip. “The military thinks it’s not a good idea right now,” Biden said, adding that he wasn’t sure “what the status of it is.” His comments have complicated already uncomfortable discussions about the potential visit between Biden’s senior national security officials and Pelosi’s office, several administration officials told me.
Of course, Pelosi — as the elected leader of a democratic body — has every right to travel to Taiwan, and Beijing has no right to interfere. A visit by her would be a strong sign of support for Taiwan’s democracy, which is being menaced by China. But the Biden team can’t afford to ignore the associated risks. The Chinese Communist Party is planning to grant President Xi Jinping a third term in November and Biden’s officials believe the period until then is especially dicey.
There are risks to postponing as well. If Pelosi does delay the trip now (even though it has yet to be announced), Beijing could conclude that its strong-arm tactics have worked. China can’t be allowed to think it has a veto every time a congressional delegation wants to visit Taiwan.
“I think that it’s important for us to show support for Taiwan,” Pelosi said at her Thursday news conference, though she declined to confirm that she was planning the trip, citing security reasons. “None of us has ever said we’re for independence when it comes to Taiwan. That’s for Taiwan to decide.”
While it is true that some military leaders are concerned about the trip, they are not the only ones. Over the past several weeks, officials including national security adviser Jake Sullivan, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Mark A. Milley, Indo-Pacific Command chief Adm. John C. Aquilino, NSC Asia czar Kurt Campbell and others have briefed Pelosi or her staff about the intelligence assessments of the risks and the military planning that would be necessary if she goes.
Chinese authorities always complain when congressional delegations visit Taiwan. But administration officials tell me that they have particular cause for concern right now. China, they say, is planning a potentially destabilizing response. They don’t know exactly what Beijing will do, but at least one Chinese state-media commentator has suggested that the Chinese air force might send planes to intercept Pelosi, which could spark a showdown.
The U.S. military is devising options for protecting Pelosi’s delegation, who — as is normal procedure for congressional delegations to Taiwan — would be flying on a military plane. The measures under consideration include moving aircraft carriers or sending fighter planes for close air support. That, in turn, could be misinterpreted by the Chinese side as an aggressive rather than a defensive measure.
Key U.S. allies in Asia have expressed concerns about a visit that they believe will be viewed provocatively, officials said. That could undermine efforts to increase cooperation with some countries over Taiwan in the region, administration officials said.
U.S. officials are also concerned that the Chinese government believes (incorrectly) that Biden supports Pelosi’s trip, contradicting the administration’s current drive to ramp down tensions in the bilateral relationship. As the White House knows well, the speaker can and will make her own decisions on travel. But Beijing may (wrongly) see it as an intentional escalation.
“Who knows, maybe the Chinese back down and there’s nothing there,” said Zack Cooper, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. “But it’s clear Beijing sees this trip by Pelosi differently and as a much more severe break with past policy than some Americans appreciate.”
The White House can’t publicly say that it wants Pelosi to delay, because Biden would be attacked for looking soft on Taiwan. The Biden team has showed overall robust support for Taiwan, including arms sales, military training, diplomatic engagement and consistent U.S. naval missions patrolling the Taiwan Strait as recently as this week.
Taiwan also faces risks, because it could end up bearing the brunt of China’s displeasure. But Pelosi might resist delaying her plans, wanting to assert the independence of the legislative branch and avoid accusations that she caved in to China’s bullying.
The best-case scenario would be for Pelosi and the Biden team to work out a compromise so that America can speak with one voice. For example, if Pelosi does delay, she could send other lawmakers in her place and promise to visit in a few months, to save face and ensure no bad precedent is set.
But if Pelosi goes ahead and visits Taiwan next month, the governments in Washington, Beijing and Taipei will just have to accept it. In democracies, the people and their representatives can visit other democracies whenever they want, without being punished by neighboring dictatorships. That’s a strength, not a weakness, of free societies. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/23/pelosi-taiwan-trip-biden-military-concerns/ | 2022-07-23T23:12:00Z | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/23/pelosi-taiwan-trip-biden-military-concerns/ | false |
Somers Fire and Rescue was dispatched at 10:49 p.m. Friday in response to a burn victim.
The patient was reported to have severe burns to their legs. Somers Fire and Rescue, along with Kenosha County Sheriff deputies started treatment for a patient with burns on 80% of their body.
The Flight for Life helicopter was requested by the responding crew, and the patient, who had life-threatening burns, was transported to St. Mary's Regional Burn Center.
Agencies assisting Somers Fire and Rescue were units with the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department, Flight for Life and Kenosha County Joint Services.
No additional details were immediately available.
Mugshots: Racine County criminal complaints, July 15, 2022
Today's mugshots: July 15
These are images of people charged with a crime in Racine County. Booking photos are provided by Racine County law enforcement officials. A defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty and convicted.
Tina M. Higginbottom
Tina (aka X Kenesha) M. Higginbottom, 1000 block of Pearl Street, Racine, disorderly conduct (use of a dangerous weapon).
Monica M. Hoffmann
Monica M. Hoffmann, 4800 block of Kinzie Avenue, Racine, disorderly conduct.
Lee D. Holton
Lee D. Holton, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operate motor vehicle while revoked.
Emonjae James Kinney
Emonjae James Kinney, 1100 block of Park Avenue, Racine, receiving stolen property (less than $2,500).
Shantrice P. Craig
Shantrice P. Craig, 900 block of Hamilton Street, Racine, felony personal ID theft (financial gain).
Keshari D. Gordon
Keshari D. Gordon, 700 block of 17th Street, Racine, possession with intent to deliver fentanyl (greater than 50 grams), possession with intent to deliver/distribute/manufacture THC (less than or equal to 200 grams), possession of drug paraphernalia.
Ruben Leal
Ruben Leal, 1300 block of Chatham Street, Racine, strangulation and suffocation (domestic abuse assessments), misdemeanor battery (domestic abuse assessments), disorderly conduct (domestic abuse assessments).
Dennis A. Myles
Dennis (aka Jermie Shine) A. Myles, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, possession of THC, misdemeanor bail jumping.
Jordan D. Parker
Jordan D. Parker, 33600 block of Contour Drive, Burlington, manufacture/deliver LSD (less than or equal to 1 gram), misdemeanor bail jumping, possession of THC, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence (2nd offense), felony bail jumping.
Paul Allen Puchter
Paul (aka Joshua Pickard) Allen Puchter, 2900 block of Fleetwood Drive, Racine, first degree child sexual assault (sexual contact with a child under age 13), second degree sexual assault of a child under 16 years of age.
Sarah B. Reidenbach
Sarah B. Reidenbach, 900 block of Hastings Court, Sturtevant, possession of narcotic drugs, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possess/illegally obtained prescription.
Jamie D. Siler Jr.
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Former professional cyclist and activist Kathryn Bertine launched a campaign for a women’s Tour de France from her home in Tucson nine years ago by sending a petition to ASO, the company that organizes the men’s Tour de France.
This year, the dream becomes real.
Le Tour de France Femmes begins Sunday in in Paris. Professional women cyclists will finish their eight-day race on July 31, on top of a mountain called La Super Planche des Belles Filles in northeastern France.
Bertine, along with two other professional cyclists and one professional triathlete, started a petition for a women’s race on Change.org.
“We expected to get about 1,000 signatures from our friends, family, other professional cyclists, amateurs who race,” Bertine explained.
In the end, they sent a petition with over 98,000 signatures because the message of equality resonated with all kinds of people. Bertine quoted one petition signer: “I’m not a cyclist, but the message matters. Women belong anywhere that men have a presence and power. The Tour de France is a perfect example.”
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At first, Bertine said, ASO didn’t even acknowledge receipt of the petition. After pressure from international journalists and the public, ASO relented and met with Bertine’s group called Le Tour Entier (the entire Tour).
“We presented ASO with a full 21-day stage race, which was equal to the men’s race. But ASO agreed to do only one day in 2014. Le Tour Entier showed how to add 3-5 days each year to bring the race to parity,” said Bertine.
And they reminded ASO that in the 1980s, Le Tour de France Féminin ran on many of the same days as the men’s race, with slightly shorter stages. Fans cheered along the route for competitors in both races. In fact, American Marianne Martin won the 18-day race in 1984.
ASO and Le Tour Entier created “La Course by Tour de France,” a one-day race in Paris in 2014. And ASO kept it one day for the next seven years.
“It didn’t change because ASO was lazy, apathetic and sexist,” said Bertine.
In 2014, more than 120 networks in 54 countries showed La Course, demonstrating worldwide interest in women’s cycling. Bertine raced in the 2014 event and remembered: “Crowds were huge. Crowds were rows deep on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.”
“We had data showing fans and sponsors saying they want more, the racers want more, the teams want more. It was just tokenism to keep as one day for so long,” she continued. “Tokenism is not equality.”
While waiting for a multiday women’s tour, Bertine took matters into her own hands to support professional women cyclists. She set up the Homestretch Foundation, with the equals sign as its symbol. Athletes apply to spend weeks or months at the Homestretch Foundation house in Tucson, with housing and utilities paid for by the foundation.
Bertine says about the athletes, “They’re happy to have the time and space to pursue their own individual training plans and work toward their goals.”
As part of the agreement, athletes promise to help each other in the house and volunteer two hours per week in the community. Last winter, for example, they volunteered at Cyclovia and at Felicia’s Farm, a farm that donates all of its produce to people who are homeless or in need.
Tucson and Pima County roads offer a variety of cycling, from long flat desert roads and hills to climbing up to Mount Lemmon.
“And they love riding on The Loop on their slower recovery days,” said Bertine.
Since 2016, the Homestretch Foundation has housed 80 athletes — nicknamed “Stretchies” — from 17 countries. Four former “Stretchies” will be on the starting line for Le Tour de France Femmes: Emily Newsom, Leah Kirchmann, Gabby Traxler and Brodie Champman.
Le Tour de France Femmes didn’t happen because of a simple petition, and many details of the fight seem unbelievable in the 21st century. Bertine explores her advocacy and private struggles as a professional cyclist in “Stand,” a memoir-turned-manual on activism. Her story takes the reader behind the scenes, shows the power of people working together to bring change and will inspire anyone who reads it.
Bertine, who is still an avid cyclist, often rides on The Loop with friend Ava Fouts, an 11-year-old cyclist. They met while riding up a challenging hill in Saguaro National Park East a few years ago.
“I passed her and said something like ‘Way to go,’ then Ava jumped into my draft and yelled, ‘You’re not going to pass me that fast lady!’” said Bertine.
“I chatted with her and her father later, and now we ride together about once a week.”
Fouts has three favorite places on The Loop: the splash pad at Brandi Fenton Park, the swing set at Michael Perry Park along the Pantano Wash and “the part that’s fun like a roller coaster and the tunnel.”
Scott Fouts, her father, said, “Ava is talking about the Julian Wash Greenway where the path dips in and out of the wash, and the tunnel under Kolb.”
“It’s fun to ride with someone who likes to ride as much as I do,” Ava Fouts said about Bertine. “We got a connection when we met and it’s stuck for a while.”
Mary Reynolds is a communications specialist for Pima County. | https://tucson.com/sports/local/tucson-cyclist-kathryn-bertine-helped-to-get-wheels-turning-for-creation-of-first-ever-women/article_f849d47c-091a-11ed-b4fe-1b9cd06c2a2a.html | 2022-07-23T23:31:09Z | https://tucson.com/sports/local/tucson-cyclist-kathryn-bertine-helped-to-get-wheels-turning-for-creation-of-first-ever-women/article_f849d47c-091a-11ed-b4fe-1b9cd06c2a2a.html | true |
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Bestselling author Wes Moore won the Democratic primary for Maryland governor on Friday, setting up a general election contest against Republican Dan Cox, a hard-line conservative endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
Moore, the author of the book “The Other Wes Moore” and the former CEO of an anti-poverty nonprofit, defeated a long list of other high-profile Democrats, including Tom Perez, the former U.S. labor secretary and ex-Democratic National Committee chair, and Peter Franchot, the state’s longtime comptroller.
Moore will be the strong favorite in the November election against Cox, a right-wing member of the Maryland House of Delegates whose extreme brand of politics is considered a liability in a heavily Democratic state that twice elected centrist Republican Gov. Larry Hogan. Moore would be the state’s first Black governor if elected.
A political novice, Moore was boosted in his campaign by Oprah Winfrey, who hosted a virtual fundraiser for him. He also had the support of U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland, the No. 2 House Democrat.
Cox was declared the winner of the Republican primary on Tuesday night. It took until Friday to call the Democratic primary for Moore because the margins were tighter and a larger number of mail ballots were cast in the race. Maryland law prohibits counties from opening mail ballots until the Thursday after election day.
Cox, an acolyte of Trump and supporter of right-wing causes, has promoted Trump’s lies of a stolen 2020 election, organized buses to Washington for the “Stop the Steal” rally on Jan. 6, 2021, and tweeted during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol that then-Vice President Mike Pence was a “traitor.”
Democrats see Moore as a strong candidate with a compelling personal story.
He was raised by a single mother after his father died when Moore was 3. Moore graduated from Valley Forge Military College and Johns Hopkins University and won a Rhodes scholarship to study at Oxford University.
He later served as a captain and paratrooper with the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne and saw combat in Afghanistan.
He started and eventually sold a small business called BridgeEdU, which, according to his website, “reinvents freshman year of college for underserved students to increase their likelihood of long-term success.” During his four years as CEO of the anti-poverty nonprofit Robin Hood Foundation, the organization distributed more than $600 million to help impoverished families.
Moore has written a number of books, including “The Other Wes Moore,” a memoir that juxtaposes his life with that of another man with the same name and a similar background who ended up serving a life sentence for murder.
GOP voters’ decision to nominate Cox dashed the hopes of Hogan and other establishment Republicans that the party could hold on to the governor’s mansion in a state where Democrats outnumber Republicans 2-to-1. Hogan was able to draw bipartisan support with his moderate policies and his willingness to criticize Trump when he felt it warranted — a significant act in a party that expects its members to fall in line behind its leader.
Hogan, who was prohibited from running for a third consecutive term, endorsed his former Cabinet member Kelly Schulz in the four-way Republican primary. Hogan has not been shy in his distaste for Cox, denouncing him as a “nut” and a “QAnon whack job.” Cox sued over Hogan’s stay-at-home orders and regulations at the start of the pandemic and introduced a resolution to impeach Hogan for what Cox called “malfeasance in office.”
Hogan will not vote for him in November, his spokesperson said Wednesday.
Trump gloated over Cox’s success over Schulz on Tuesday night, writing in a statement, “RINO Larry Hogan’s Endorsement doesn’t seem to be working out so well for his heavily favored candidate.”
Hogan shot back Wednesday, tweeting that “Trump lost Republicans the White House, the House, and the Senate.” He said Trump will “cost us a Governor’s seat in Maryland where I ran 45 points ahead of him.”
“He’s fighting for his ego,” Hogan said. “We’re fighting to win, and the fight goes on.”
Jim Dornan, a Republican political strategist with experience in Maryland politics, described Cox’s victory in the primary as “a disaster” for down-ballot GOP candidates relying on a strong gubernatorial nominee to draw voters to the polls. He said any satisfaction Trump gleaned from defeating Hogan’s candidate would be short-lived because Republicans are now likely to lose the general election.
“I guess it can be put this way: Trump won the battle, and Hogan is looking to win the war,” said Dornan, who managed Republican Ellen Sauerbrey’s 1998 gubernatorial campaign and ran former Republican Party chair Michael Steele’s exploratory committee for governor last year before he decided against a bid.
Still, the fact that Hogan’s handpicked successor lost to a Trump-backed rival is an ominous sign for any national political ambitions Hogan may have, said Todd Eberly, a political science professor at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Hogan, like Trump, has been considering a Republican bid for president in 2024.
“I think the harsh reality is going to be, if that’s the case in a state that you’ve represented for the last eight years, a state that reelected you, it’s going to be that much harder for you to find success when you move beyond the borders of that state seeking a national nomination,” Eberly said.
Democrats have long viewed Cox as the weaker candidate in a general election. The Democratic Governors Association went so far as to spend more than $1 million to air an ad intended to help Cox in the Republican primary by stressing his Trump endorsement and his conservative bona fides.
Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, a Baltimore Democrat who has had plenty of disagreements with Hogan in recent years, said he and Hogan could sit down and discuss their differences and negotiate. Marylanders, he said, are not well represented by the winner of Tuesday’s GOP primary for governor.
“While it may be politically advantageous for the Democrats for that to be the case, I do worry what it means to have somebody who has such extreme views have a platform for the next four months,” Ferguson said.
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ALTO, Georgia (AP) — Republican U.S. Senate nominee Herschel Walker commiserated as north Georgia farmers bemoaned environmental regulations and rising costs of doing business. Minutes before, the former football star and political newcomer volleyed with journalists on issues ranging from gas prices to abortion.
In both audiences, Walker tried every way he could to steer the conversation back to Sen. Raphael Warnock and a Democratic administration whose popularity lags in this battleground state that President Joe Biden won by the narrowest of margins.
“We need to be talking about what people are concerned about, that my opponent seems to be voting with Joe Biden rather than the people of Georgia,” Walker said at a north Georgia produce market. “That’s what we need to be putting headlines about what Herschel Walker is saying … because the people of Georgia are hurting.”
With generationally high inflation and Biden’s low popularity, Republican candidates across the U.S. are spending this election year similarly trying to keep the focus on Democrats. But for Walker, the sweeping partisan jabs on display at multiple campaign stops this week offered a chance to steady an otherwise haphazard campaign.
Some Republicans quietly acknowledge that such deflection may be the only way Walker can win this midterm contest that will help determine control of a Senate now split 50-50 between the two major parties.
“Look, it’s not how many times you get knocked down, it’s how many times you get back up,” said state Sen. Butch Miller, as he campaigned with Walker in north Georgia.
Walker, 60, cruised to the GOP nomination in May, mostly on his celebrity status as the star running back on the University of Georgia’s national championship football team in 1980 and his personal friendship with former President Donald Trump.
But along the way, Walker has faced new disclosures on past violent threats against his first wife. He’s exaggerated his academic and business records, and alternately denied ever making such statements. He acknowledged fathering multiple children he hadn’t publicly mentioned previously despite spending decades blasting absent fathers. And Walker recently was captured on video at a closed campaign event offering a nonsensical explanation of the climate crisis as China sending its “bad air” to the U.S. while stealing “our good air.”
Warnock’s campaign and allied Democratic campaign arms reacted with an advertising onslaught casting Walker as unqualified.
“Every one of Walker’s lies, scandals and bizarre statements proves that he isn’t ready to represent to represent the people of Georgia and can’t be trusted to serve in the U.S. Senate,” said Dan Gottlieb, a spokesman for the Georgia Democratic Party.
All of that played out as Warnock has raked in campaign cash — more than $17 million in the second quarter of 2020 and $70 million-plus for the cycle. That has allowed the senator to develop a personal brand that positions him well ahead of Biden among Georgia voters and mutes any Republican contention that 2020 was an aberration in the state. As he campaigned Saturday in Atlanta, Warnock didn’t mention Walker at all. But the senator tacitly acknowledged Republicans’ line of attack, because he didn’t mention Biden by name, either. Instead, Warnock highlighted his collaboration with Republican colleagues on economic development and infrastructure, along with his proposals to lower the cost of fuel as well as insulin and other prescription drugs.
“I’ve spent my career fighting for ordinary people,” Warnock said, alluding to his work as a Baptist minister and activist.
Just a few cycles ago, any Republican nominee would have been a prohibitive favorite in a midterm Senate election here, regardless of economic conditions or who occupied the White House. Instead, decades of growth, concentrated in metro Atlanta, have yielded a politically, racially and ethnically diverse population more open to electing Democrats. Trump’s underperformance among college-educated whites accelerated the shift, as did Democrats’ organizing efforts.
That led to Biden outpolling Trump by about 12,000 votes out of 5 million cast — a record November turnout for Georgia. Warnock followed with a wider margin in a January special election runoff: 94,000 votes out of almost 4.5 million cast, a record runoff turnout.
Republicans have answered Walker’s stumbles with an influx of experienced aides for the first-time candidate and visits to the state by national Republican operatives. Walker aides said the coming weeks will be built around various policy themes, with targeted attacks on Warnock.
It’s not so much a campaign reset, the aides said, since mid- to late summer is nearly always when general election campaigns ratchet up. But it’s an effort clearly aimed at changing the narrative around the matchup. The opening salvo was agriculture. Public safety and crime come next. The economy will follow.
Walker himself talked this week of “listening sessions” built around policy topics. He showed some evidence of those sessions in turning most any topic back to Warnock, Biden and the economy.
“Terrible, terrible leadership,” he called it, adding that working-class Georgians “know it’s not right.”
He demonstrated an increasing familiarity with the details of Warnock’s record when he blasted the idea of suspending the federal gas tax, something the senator proposed. Walker called that “the hero effect … I cause the problem and then you call me to come put it out.”
Yet there were flashes of the tangents and falsehoods that have drawn negative attention already.
At a livestock auction outside Athens, Walker again denied he ever said he’d graduated from the University of Georgia, accusing his questioner of being a “Raphael Warnock guy.” Walker has made such claims on video; he never graduated. Later, Walker essentially committed to debate Warnock in October, only to have his campaign follow up with a series of conditions.
In a discussion about immigration, Walker offered bromides about the U.S. needing “legal immigration,” only to have Miller step in to talk about specific visa programs. In a roundtable on agriculture, Miller and Terry Rogers, a former state representative, again filled in many details.
When farmers complained about the Biden administration’s advocacy of electric farming vehicles, Walker didn’t just focus on cost but questioned the technology itself. “It’s only gonna run for a certain amount of time,” he said. “You gotta charge it for eight hours. You’ll never get any work done.”
Miller downplayed any cumulative damage to Walker’s prospects but said it’s critical for the Republican nominee to crystallize his case against Warnock and weave in his own biography more effectively.
“One of his strongest virtues is his relatability to people, and he’s getting out and doing that,” Miller said. As for broader attacks about inflation and the economy, Miller added, Walker has a convenient ally: “It’s all true.” | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/walker-aims-to-pivot-focus-back-to-dems-in-tight-ga-race/ | 2022-07-23T23:33:39Z | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/walker-aims-to-pivot-focus-back-to-dems-in-tight-ga-race/ | false |
Macron says Iran nuclear deal 'still possible'
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Paris (AFP) – French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday told his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi that reviving the landmark 2015 deal on Tehran's nuclear capabilities was "still possible" but must happen "as soon as possible".
Macron also "expressed his disappointment" at the absence of progress after the suspension of talks in Vienna and underlined the need for Iran to return to the accord and implement its nuclear commitments, according to a French presidency statement.
The French leader's telephone call with Raisi comes as negotiations in Vienna between Iran and world powers including the United States have stalled since March.
The 2015 deal aimed to prevent Iran from developing the capability to acquire an atomic bomb in exchange for lifting sanctions that have hobbled its economy.
But former president Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew the United States from the accord in 2018 and reimposed sanctions, leading Tehran to begin rolling back on its commitments.
In June, Qatar hosted indirect talks between the United States and Iran in a bid to restart the diplomatic efforts in Vienna, but discussions were interrupted after two days without a breakthrough.
The Iranian presidency said Raisi "condemned the unconstructive positions and actions of the United States and European countries" during his two-hour conversation with Macron on Saturday.
Last week, an Iranian official said Tehran had the technical capacity to make a nuclear bomb but clarified that it had not decided to make any.
The Iranian foreign ministry said there was "no change" in its nuclear policy, referring to an Islamic ruling that forbids "arms of mass destruction".
Macron also "reiterated his deep concern" about four French citizens "arbitrarily held" in Iran during his call with Raisi.
They include Benjamin Briere, sentenced to more than eight years in jail for spying, and French-Iranian researcher Fariba Adelkhah, who received a five-year prison term in May 2020 for endangering national security.
The two other detainees are trade unionists held since May 11 and accused of threatening Iranian security.
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Local authorities in Scotland were overruled in almost half of all planning appeals in the last year, according to new figures.
The Planning and Environmental Appeals Division’s annual report shows 45% of council planning decisions which were appealed were overturned in 2021/22.
It means 164 decisions were overturned by the Scottish Government out of a total of 367 appeals.
The Scottish Conservatives have accused the Government of “ignoring the views of local communities”.
Argyll and Bute was the worst affected area, with six out of seven council decisions changed.
In total, 18 of Scotland’s 32 local authorities had a rate of more than half of decisions being lost on appeal by Scottish Government ministers.
Miles Briggs, local government spokesperson for the Scottish Tories, said: “This is the latest evidence of an SNP power-grab on our local authorities.
“It is completely unacceptable that almost half of decisions made by our local authorities in the last year were then overturned by the Scottish Government.
“It is what we’ve come to expect from SNP ministers, though, who love centralisation and ignoring the views of local communities.
“The SNP like to pretend they know what’s best for local communities, but then they arrogantly overrule a whole host of decisions made by councils.
“We know the impact planning application outcomes can have on local communities, and it is those local people who know how best decisions will affect them.”
The figures show East Dunbartonshire, South Ayrshire, Dundee and Highland councils all had more than 60% of decisions overturned at the appeal stage.
Mr Briggs added: “It shouldn’t be up to out-of-touch SNP-Green ministers who are miles away in Edinburgh to overrule local decisions.
“The SNP should start treating our councils with the respect they deserve rather than always seeking to meddle in their business.”
The Lothian MSP added that the Tories would not overturn planning decisions made at a local level.
The Scottish Government said most planning appeal decisions are made by an independent reporter, while local authorities are responsible for deciding on almost all applications.
A spokesperson said: “The vast majority of planning appeals that come to Scottish ministers are decided by an independent reporter who is required to take into account local views and make the decision on the planning merits of the case in accordance with the local development plan, unless material considerations indicate otherwise.
“During the last financial year, a total of 172 planning appeal decisions in Scotland were made by reporters.
“In contrast, approximately 27,000 planning applications are decided each year by Scotland’s local planning authorities, of which around 94.5% are granted.” | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3523933/ministers-accused-of-power-grab-as-dozens-of-planning-decisions-overturned/ | 2022-07-23T23:53:43Z | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3523933/ministers-accused-of-power-grab-as-dozens-of-planning-decisions-overturned/ | false |
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "All or Nothing Evening" game were:
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AUSTIN, Texas — Sid Miller wants to expand the use of medical marijuana in Texas. And even though he’s the state’s Agriculture Commissioner, he admits it’s not as much about helping farmers as it is about helping sick Texans.
“If it’ll help a toothache, I’m for it -- anything that will relieve pain or suffering for somebody,” Miller said on Inside Texas Politics. “And we’ve seen this, how it helps PTSD, cancer patients, etc. But we just need to open it up to everybody and quit picking winners and losers.”
Miller made this known in an op-ed he published on the Department of Agriculture website recently. In it, he says “the history of cannabis prohibition reflects the failed alcohol prohibition of the 1920's, complete with gangs, corruption, and widespread violence against the lives and liberties of American citizens.”
Currently, only “eligible” Texans can access medical marijuana, those with certain medical conditions, such as epilepsy or cancer. Miller says he wants any Texan with a medical need to be able to access what he considers to be medicine.
Miller says he’s never used marijuana personally and he’s not advocating recreational use of cannabis.
And for those who are shocked that a Republican could be pushing medical marijuana expansion, he has a simple message.
“This is about freedom. It’s about less regulation. It’s about less government. It’s about freedom between you and your doctor and getting government out of your life. So, I think it’s a conservative issue,” he told us.
As Agriculture Commissioner, Sid Miller is also closely tracking the devastation caused by the extreme heat and drought in Texas.
He told us he recorded 118 degrees at his house just a few days ago. And he joined us from his vehicle, as he was on his way to New Mexico to get hay for his horses because he, like many others, had none.
Miller says farmers and ranchers are being forced to sell livestock.
“The livestock auction barns are at capacity. They can’t take any more animals. There is no hay. We got one cutting of hay and it was about 50%. Our milk cows, the production is falling off. Our pecan crop, you know, the trees are in stress so they’re not dropping their fruit. There’s not going to be much of a pecan crop,” Miller said of the problems cropping up all across Texas.
And on a final note, to perhaps hammer home the point, Miller says the Texas cotton crop is non-existent, as it never came up, or came up and just withered and died. | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/politics/inside-politics/texas-politics/agriculture-commissioner-supports-medical-marijuana-texas/287-5e25ef25-72ec-41f2-b5b7-a71f2051e2d8 | 2022-07-23T23:54:50Z | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/politics/inside-politics/texas-politics/agriculture-commissioner-supports-medical-marijuana-texas/287-5e25ef25-72ec-41f2-b5b7-a71f2051e2d8 | true |
A man accused of attacking New York GOP gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin during a recent campaign rally told investigators he’d been drinking that day and didn’t know who the congressman was, authorities said as the man was arrested on a federal assault charge Saturday.
David Jakubonis, 43, made an initial court appearance Saturday before a federal magistrate judge on a single count of assaulting a member of Congress with a dangerous weapon. The charge carries a potential maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
He was ordered held until a bail hearing in federal court Wednesday. Prosecutors said he should remain detained as a risk of flight and dangerous, according to a court filing.
Jakubonis was arraigned Friday on a separate state charge of attempted assault in the second degree and was released by a local judge. That prompted criticism from Zeldin and other Republicans who held it up as an example of the need to reform New York’s bail laws, something Zeldin has called on Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul to toughen.
A 2019 bail reform law in New York eliminated pretrial incarceration for people accused of most nonviolent offenses. The law gives judges the option to set bail in nearly all cases involving violent felonies, but it has exceptions for certain attempted felonies like attempted assault.
The federal criminal complaint filed Saturday alleged Jakubonis, an Iraq War veteran, told investigators he was drinking whiskey on Thursday before he went onstage as Zeldin addressed a Veterans of Foreign Wars post in the town of Perinton to ask the speaker if he was disrespecting veterans.
Jakubonis “did not know who the speaker was or that the speaker was a political person,” according to the complaint, which was filed in Rochester federal court. The complaint added that when Jakubonis watched video of Thursday evening’s incident he told investigators he “must have checked out” and that what was depicted in the video was disgusting.
According to video of the attack, Jakubonis raised his arm toward Zeldin as he held a keychain with two sharp points. The congressman from Long Island then grabbed Jakubonis’ wrist and the two tussled to the ground as others jumped in to help. Zeldin, who also served in the military, suffered a minor scrape.
A message was left Saturday with the assistant federal public defender representing him. | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/07/23/investigators-attacker-did-not-know-who-zeldin-was/ | 2022-07-23T23:56:35Z | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/07/23/investigators-attacker-did-not-know-who-zeldin-was/ | false |
Star Wars Retro Collection Multipack #2 Debuts from Hasbro at SDCC
Hasbro is continuing the trend of re-releases, and this time, we are traveling back to 1977. The Star Wars Retro Collection line continues, giving the return of the classic Kenner figures. We have already seen quite of these Retro Collection figures arrive as well as Prototype versions. It was not long ago that Hasbro revealed a special multipack featuring the original six figures with Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Chewbacca, and a Stormtrooper. Well, a new Star Wars: A New Hope Retro multipack is coming finishing the set with C-3PO, R2-D2, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Death Star Commander, Jawa, and a Tusken Raider.
Each figure will be card backed, will feature its retro accessories, and will be loaded together in one set. If you love Star Wars Kenner figures, these are for you, giving you new sealed figures to display behind your classic vintage figures that you know you already have. The Star Wars: A New Hope Retro Collection Multipack #2 is set for a Spring 2023 release with a $69.99 price tag. Pre-order info is unknown at the time, but I would expect it will be a Hasbro Pulse and shopDisney exclusive like the previous release.
"STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE COLLECTIBLE MULTIPACK – (HASBRO/Age 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $69.99/Available: Spring 2023). Inspired by the original 1970s Kenner STAR WARS action figures, this RETRO COLLECTION STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE multipack features six figures, including C-3PO, R2-D2, Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi, a Death Squad Commander, Jawa and a Tusken Raider inspired by their appearances in A NEW HOPE."
"With the planet-destroying power of the Death Star, the Empire looks to cement its grip on the galaxy. Meanwhile, farm boy Luke Skywalker rises to face his destiny. Fans and collectors can display these 3.75 inch scale figures, with multiple points of articulation, in their action figure and vehicle collection. Includes 6 figures and 4 entertainment-inspired accessories." | https://bleedingcool.com/collectibles/star-wars-retro-collection-multipack-2-debuts-from-hasbro-at-sdcc/ | 2022-07-24T00:00:56Z | https://bleedingcool.com/collectibles/star-wars-retro-collection-multipack-2-debuts-from-hasbro-at-sdcc/ | false |
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Officers last night messaged: "Can you help us find Paul, from Rotherham? Paul age 61, was last seen in the Swinton area of the town at about 12pm on Sunday, July 10.
"He is white and described as about 5ft 8in tall, of medium to stocky build. Officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Paul's welfare and want to speak to anybody who has seen him.
"Have you seen him? Do you know where he might be? If you have any information which may help police enquiries, please call 101 quoting incident number 375 of July 14."
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EMILY PRESCOTT: Nancy Dell'Olio, 60, has finally agreed to pose for a nude sculpture for her noble artist friend after a decade of requests
She took her time deciding, but Italian firecracker Nancy Dell’Olio has finally agreed to sit for her artist friend Lord Teynham – for a nude sculpture.
The Lord, David Roper-Curzon, first asked her to pose nude for him more than a decade ago and Nancy has been pondering the saucy offer ever since.
Lawyer Nancy, 60, already has a large collection of nudes of herself and says her favourite is a painting she had to battle her ex Sven-Goran Eriksson for.
Perhaps newly single Nancy is hoping the sculpture will attract the attention of a new beau.
She told me at Boisdale Life Editors Lunch & Awards at Boisdale of Canary Wharf: ‘Another nude of me will bring even more pleasure to my guests visiting me at home in beautiful Puglia.’
Italian firecracker Nancy Dell’Olio has finally agreed to sit for her artist friend Lord Teynham – for a nude sculpture
Lawyer Nancy, 60, already has a large collection of nudes of herself and says her favourite is a painting she had to battle her ex Sven-Goran Eriksson for
Anneka's beach treasure
It was all sunsets and celebs on the beach last week. Treasure Hunt star Anneka Rice stumbled upon James Norton, who had taken a trip to the same coast to celebrate his 37th birthday.
Anneka, 63, didn’t reveal where she was – but posted a selfie with the Grantchester actor and seemed pleased with her find, captioning it: ‘Look at this treasure I found on the beach.’
Adorable!
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Julia Fox is fire hot in a 'pyro coat' as she films a video on the rooftop where her 'son was conceived'
Julia Fox took to Instagram over the weekend to show off her bold fashion sense and share a factoid about her life.
In a video post the 32-year-old actress donned a black leather trench coat by Sam Macer that was virtually on fire.
She wrote in the caption, 'My son was conceived on this roof top,' referencing the location in the snippet.
New content: Julia Fox took to Instagram over the weekend to show off her bold fashion sense in a 'pyro coat' and to share a factoid about her life
The coat boasted a long and dramatic train that burned with roaring flames on the tail.
Fox was cool, calm, and collected as she modeled the look, confidently showing off its fiery sleeves.
She wore a matching skintight bodysuit underneath the outer layer, flaunting her toned legs.
The Italian-born stunner teamed the flashy look with a pair of knee-high black leather boots and coordinating gloves.
Wow! In a video post the 32-year-old actress donned a black leather trench coat by Sam Macer that was virtually on fire
Her thick, light brown hair flowed over her chest in a loose wave pattern as it blew in the wind.
The Uncut Gems star looked typically gorgeous in a low-key makeup look that highlighted her features.
She gave a shoutout to the designer of her ensemble as she wrote, 'anyway this stunning pyro coat is by @samxmacer.'
Fun fact: She wrote in the caption, 'My son was conceived on this roof top,' referencing the snippet's setting
The mother-of-one also added three fire emojis and credited wardrobe stylist Briana Andalore with putting together the look.
Julia's creative piece of content was fittingly soundtracked by the 2016 song Char by Crystal Castles.
The video - which was recorded by Ben Draghi - began with a camera pan of the burning coat.
The socialite then posed while tugging at its thick collar and turning it upward.
During the nighttime creative shoot she modeled in front of the New York City skyline.
Unfazed: Fox was cool, calm, and collected as she modeled the look, confidently showing off its fiery sleeves
Leggy: She wore a matching skintight bodysuit underneath the outer layer, flaunting her toned legs
Fox was recently seen hanging out with Selling Sunset star Christine Quinn, and appeared in one of her latest social media posts.
They gathered with friends in the Big Apple, where they strutted their stuff in eye-catching outfits.
She commanded attention as she bared her midriff in a pair of ultra-low black pants.
The trendy trousers featured a matte leather texture with patchwork strips throughout.
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Dolph Lundgren, 64, and fiancée Emma Krokdal, 25, enjoy a gym date in Hollywood
Dolph Lundgren and fiancée Emma Krokdal were spotted leaving a Hollywood gym together on Saturday.
The 64-year-old actor carried a black backpack while his 25-year-old wife-to-be sported a hip bag.
The twosome both had bottles of water with them to stay hydrated as they wrapped up their weekend workout.
Out and about: Dolph Lundgren and fiancée Emma Krokdal were spotted leaving a Hollywood gym together on Saturday
The Swedish-born entertainer wore a short-sleeved light blue shirt and black shorts for the fitness session.
He added a pair of black sneakers and rocked a sporty black watch on one of his wrists.
His greying, closely-cropped haircut was combed back and he wore a chain around his neck.
Emma complemented him in an all black look consisting of skintight shorts and a short-sleeved top.
Baggage: The 64-year-old actor carried a black backpack while his 25-year-old wife-to-be sported a hip bag
Emma, a personal trainer, showed off a thigh tattoo with two lines of cursive writing directly under the hemline of her shorts.
She wore a large pair of black sunglasses and pulled her dark hair back into a low, messy bun.
Inside the facility the future Mrs. Lundgren snapped a selfie in a wall mirror, which later appeared on her Instagram Stories.
Holding a leopard print-encased iPhone she stuck out her tongue as she checked out her reflection.
Cute: Inside the facility the future Mrs. Lundgren snapped a selfie in a wall mirror, which later appeared on her Instagram Stories
Earlier this week, the lovebirds attended San Diego's Comic-Con International event together.
Krokdal looked cute in khaki-colored shorts that she teamed with knee-high black boots and a black shirt.
She carried a bright blue Balenciaga purse over her shoulder and wore her locks loose, letting them cascade down her back.
Her counterpart was dressed in a grey jacket layered over a white button-up shirt that he tucked into jeans.
Outing: Earlier this month the lovebirds attended San Diego's Comic-Con International event together
Last month Dolph brought his fiancée and his two daughters — Greta, 20, and Ida, 26 — as his dates to the Minions: Rise of Gru premiere.
The group of four matched in yellow outfits as they attended the star-studded Hollywood event.
Emma shared photos from the affair on Instagram and wrote, 'Yellow squad to see the Minions.'
Sweet: Last month Dolph brought his fiancée and his two daughters - Greta, 20, and Ida, 26 - as his dates to the Minions: Rise of Gru premiere
Dolph announced his engagement to Emma in an Instagram post on June 29, 2020.
The action star is 39 years older than the Norwegian fitness expert, who he met at Equinox, where she worked, in July 2019.
They began dating in 2019 and went public with their relationship in January 2020 at the Cana Dorada Film & Music Festival in the Dominican Republic.
'I feel very lucky that I have someone like Emma at this age. It's changed my life and I hope I can give her the kind of help and support that takes a lot of time to discover and amass,' he told Muscle and Health about his relationship last year.
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Daniel Vogelbach was the man of the hour in the Mets’ clubhouse on Saturday.
The recent arrival, who the Mets got in a trade with Pittsburgh for reliever Colin Holderman, has several connections on the team. Taijuan Walker was his teammate in Seattle. Growing up in South Florida, he was on a travel ball team with Francisco Lindor and Tomas Nido. Vogelbach also appeared to make fast friends with Pete Alonso, who is a fellow Florida man.
Though not in the starting lineup on Saturday — J.D. Davis got the start at designated hitter, as is customary when the opponent starts a left-handed pitcher — Vogelbach has already acclimated himself to his new club.
“I’m just going to bring it every day,” Vogelbach said in the clubhouse ahead of opening pitch on Saturday. “That’s kind of what I focus on. There’s going to be good days and there’s going to be bad days. I think the one thing you can control is being a good teammate and making winning your number one priority.”
His past big-league stops have been Seattle, Toronto during the COVID season, Milwaukee and Pittsburgh. Being thrown into a pennant race in the Big Apple will present Vogelbach with a completely new baseball experience. In talking to the man himself, though, he’s insistent that the hoopla won’t get to him.
“I’m just a guy that — I want to win,” he said. “I’m super competitive, I’ve been that way since I was a kid. To be wanted by a team that has one goal in mind, to win the World Series, it makes you feel good. It really makes you want to play.”
Vogelbach said that when he was playing for the Mariners, he became close with Jay Bruce. A former Met who spent parts of three seasons with the team, Bruce gave Vogelbach some pointers on Friday night about how to handle the bright lights, both literally and figuratively.
“I don’t think I’ve hit here before,” Vogelbach said, remembering that his only trip here with the Brewers came while he was on the injured list. “I guess we’re going to have to find out. [Bruce] basically just told me to enjoy it, and I was going to have the time of my life.”
The message from Vogelbach was loud and clear: He cannot wait to get started and is very eager about contributing to a team that has a chance to make a memorable run.
“Not only in baseball, but in life when you feel wanted, it makes you feel good,” he explained. “This team is special, just watching them from afar, I’m excited and blessed to be a part of it.”
From a baseball perspective, Vogelbach has one of the more unique profiles of anyone in the league. The first thing anyone will notice is his physical size, which is capable of producing majestic home runs, but he is also the most patient hitter in the league. Among all MLB players who have made 250 plate appearances this season, Vogelbach has swung at the lowest percentage of pitches. With a 31.9% swing percentage, the newest Met is even more prudent than Juan Soto, the modern poster child of plate discipline.
“Obviously, sometimes it hurts me,” Vogelbach said of his discerning eye. “It’s something that I pride myself in. Getting the pitch that I want to hit, not the pitch that the pitcher wants me to hit.”
NIDO IS FINE
Despite taking a Max Scherzer fastball off the exposed part of his hand on Friday night, Tomas Nido was back in the lineup on Saturday night. The Mets’ trade for Pirates’ catcher Michael Perez led to speculation that Nido would need some time on the injured list, but judging by him getting the start on Saturday and his own pregame comments, everything seems to be first-rate.
“I’m leading the league in bruises,” said Nido, who the Mets diagnosed with a hand contusion. “I feel good, I tested it out, and I’m ready to go.”
The sixth-year catcher did say that he was a bit worried when the injury — which happened because he and Scherzer got crossed up on their signs — initially happened.
“As soon as it hit me, in the back of my head I was thinking the worst,” Nido admitted. “It was just numb at the beginning. I hit the next inning and felt fine. As the swelling started moving down the hand, I got concerned. We just wanted to rule out anything serious. This is a best-case scenario. I can play through the bruise. It’s fine.”
DEGROM AND MAY UPDATES
The most recent update on Jacob deGrom was that he’d throw on Sunday, see how he feels, then get sent out for one more rehab start before joining the Mets. Buck Showalter was asked on Saturday if that is still the plan.
“Yes. We’ll probably have to wait and see how he feels the next day. I think we’ll have an idea on Monday.”
Trevor May is also traveling to Binghamton and will throw an inning there on Sunday for the Mets’ Double-A team.
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BOSTON (AP) — All-Star Alek Manoah pitched six sharp innings as the Toronto Blue Jays relied more on his arm than their bats to keep up their season-long dominance of the Red Sox, beating Boston 4-1 Saturday.
A day after Toronto set a team record for runs — and posted the most ever scored against the Red Sox — in a 28-5 romp, Manoah set the tone.
Boston lost for the eighth time in nine games. Red Sox fans were sure to get a cheer on Sunday, however, when former slugger David Ortiz was inducted into the Hall of Fame — plenty of them headed to Cooperstown, New York, to see Big Papi enshrined.
Manoah (11-4) allowed one run, on a homer by Bobby Dalbec that cleared everything in left field in the second, and seven hits. He walked none, struck out seven and lowered his ERA to 2.24.
The animated Manoah barked at the Boston bench after ending his outing with three straight strikeouts. He fanned fellow All-Star Xander Bogaerts to start that late flourish.
Jordan Romano pitched a scoreless ninth for his league-leading 21st save.
Toronto got seven hits a day after pounding out 29, and improved to 9-3 against the Red Sox this year. The Blue Jays are 3 1/2 games ahead of Boston for the AL's final wild-card spot.
After teeing off the previous night at Fenway Park, the Blue Jays pieced together a three-run third off rookie Kutter Crawford (2-3). Santiago Espinal and George Springer hit RBI singles and Alejandro Kirk had a sacrifice fly.
DEVERS OUT
The Red Sox put All-Star third baseman Rafael Devers on the 10-day injured list because of right hamstring inflammation, making the move one day after his early exit in the fifth inning.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Blue Jays: Yusei Kikuchi (neck strain) delivered five innings of two-hit shutout ball in a rehab start for Triple-A Buffalo on Friday. The lefty finished with four strikeouts and three walks while throwing 43 of his 77 pitches for strikes. Interim manager John Schneider said the next 72 hours will be key before plotting the next course of action for a pitcher who has posted a 5.12 ERA in 16 starts before getting placed on the 15-day injured list earlier this month.
Red Sox: Back spasms kept All-Star DH J.D. Martinez out of the lineup for the second straight game. “He doesn’t feel great,” manager Alex Cora said. “Hopefully by tomorrow (Sunday) or Monday, he’ll be back in the lineup.” … Rich Hill (left knee sprain) has a bullpen session scheduled for Sunday. The lefty pitcher has been on the IL since July 2. … Cora says RHP Matt Barnes (shoulder inflammation) was in good spirits following Friday’s rehab appearance with Worcester. He is scheduled to throw an inning for the WooSox on Sunday. … INF/OF Kiké Hernández (hip flexor strain) was transferred to the 60-day IL. .... 2B Trevor Story (hand contusion) is throwing but still hasn’t swung a bat since landing on the injured list on July 16.
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Blue Jays: Ross Stripling (5-3, 3.03) will look to continue to build on what’s been a strong July. The right-hander has posted a 2.70 ERA in his previous three starts this month.
Red Sox: Top pitching prospect Brayan Bello (0-1, 10.13 ERA) makes his third start on Sunday. The 23-year-old is still searching for his first MLB win and will be looking to pitch into the fifth inning – something he didn’t do in each of his first two starts with Boston.
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Verlander 1st 13-game winner, Astros beat Mariners 3-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Justin Verlander became the major leagues’ first 13-game winner, striking out nine and topping 99 mph in his final inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Seattle Mariners 3-1. Verlander, who is 13-3, allowed four hits in seven innings to win his fifth straight start and lower his ERA to 1.86, second in the American League to Shane McClanahan’s 1.71 for Tampa Bay. A 39-year-old right-hander, who missed last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, Verlander averaged 96.3 mph with his fastball, 1.4 mph above his season average coming in. | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/07/23/verlander-1st-13-game-winner-astros-beat-mariners-3-1/ | 2022-07-24T00:43:22Z | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/07/23/verlander-1st-13-game-winner-astros-beat-mariners-3-1/ | false |
Soki Wu’s food stall, tucked in a food court in a shopping mall in Singapore, is a crowd favorite for its fresh, juicy “chicken rice,” a national dish. But customers recently began complaining that his chicken didn’t taste quite as good as it used to.
Wu was forced to switch to frozen chicken after Malaysia banned exports last month of live broiler chickens that are more affordable and better tasting in a bid to offset rising local prices. For Singapore, which sources a third of its poultry from Malaysia, the impact was immediate.
“This is unavoidable. Using frozen chickens have affected the taste of the dish, but we have no choice,” Wu said.
As inflation surges around the world, politicians are scrambling for ways to keep food affordable as people increasingly protest the soaring cost of living. One knee-jerk response has been food export bans aimed at protecting domestic prices and supplies as a growing number of governments in developing nations try to show a nervous public that their needs will be met.
For business owners, the rising cost of cooking ingredients — from oil to chicken — has prompted them to raise prices, with people paying 10% to 20% more at Wu’s food stall. For consumers, it has meant paying more for the same or lesser-quality food or curbing certain habits altogether.
In Lebanon, where endemic corruption and political stalemate has crippled the economy, the U.N. World Food Program is increasingly providing people with cash assistance to buy food, particularly after a devastating 2020 port blast that destroyed massive grain silos. Constant power cuts and high fuel prices for generators limit what people can buy because they can’t rely on freezers and refrigerators to store perishables.
Tracy Saliba, a single mother of two and business owner in Beirut, says she used to spend around a quarter of her earnings on food. These days, half her income goes to feeding her family as the currency loses strength amid soaring prices.
“I’m not buying (groceries) like I used to,” Saliba said. “I’m just getting the necessary items and food, like day by day.”
Food prices have risen by nearly 14% this year in emerging markets and by over 7% in advanced economies, according to Capital Economics. In countries where people spend at least a third or more of their incomes on food, any sharp increase in prices can lead to crisis.
Capital Economics forecasts that households in developed markets will spend an extra $7 billion a month on food and beverages this year and much of next year due to inflation.
The pain is being felt unevenly, with 2.3 billion people going severely or moderately hungry last year, according to a global report by the World Food Program and four other U.N. agencies.
Food prices accounted for about 60% of last year’s increase in inflation in the Middle East and North Africa, with the exception of oil-producing Gulf countries. The situation is particularly dire for Sudan, where inflation is expected to hit 245% this year, and Iran, where prices spiked as much as 300% for chicken, eggs and milk in May, sparking panic and scattered protests.
In Somalia, where 2.7 million people cannot meet their daily food requirements and where children are dying of malnutrition, sugar is a source of energy. In May, a kilogram (2.2 pounds) of sugar cost about the equivalent of 72 cents in Mogadishu, the capital. A month later, it had shot up to $1.28 a kilogram.
“In my home, I serve tea (with sugar) three times a day, but from now on, I have to reduce it drastically to only making it when guests arrive,” said Asli Abdulkadir, a Somali housewife and mother of four.
People there are bracing for even higher costs after India announced it would cap sugar exports this year. Even if that doesn’t reduce India’s sugar exports compared with previous years, news of the restriction was enough to cause speculation among traders like Ahmed Farah in Mogadishu.
“The cost of sugar is expected to surge since Somalia counts heavily on the white sugar exported from India and a few brown sugars from Brazil,” he said.
Food export restrictions aimed at protecting domestic supplies and capping inflation is one reason for the rising cost of food.
Food prices had been steadily climbing worldwide because of drought, supply chain issues, and high energy and fertilizer costs. The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization says food commodity prices were up 23% last year.
Russia’s war in Ukraine further sent the price of wheat and cooking oils up, fueling a global food crisis. There was a breakthrough this week to create safe corridors for Black Sea shipments, but Ukrainian ports have been blocked from exporting these key goods for months and it will take time to get them moving again to vulnerable countries worldwide.
There’s concern that the impact of all these factors will lead more countries to resort to food export bans, which are felt globally. When Indonesia blocked the export of palm oil for a month in April, palm oil prices spiked by at least 200%.
Analysts say food export bans are shortsighted because they have a domino effect of driving up prices.
“I would say that roughly 80% of the bans we see are ill-advised — a kind-of, sort-of gut reaction by certain politicians,” said David Laborde, who is credited with creating a food trade policy tracker at the International Food Policy Research Institute.
“In the world where you will be the only one to do it, that can make sense,” he said. “But in a world where other countries can also do it, actually that’s far from being a good idea.”
Laborde said bans are “a very selfish policy … because you try to get better by making things worse for others.”
The list of food export restrictions Laborde has been tracking since the COVID-19 pandemic is long and changes constantly. Examples of their impact include Kazakhstan’s restrictions on grains and oil on prices in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan; Cameroon’s rice export restriction on Chad; and Tunisia’s fruit and vegetable restrictions on Libya.
In Singapore, 29-year-old Wu is hopeful he can keep the family business running as Singapore’s government signed off on Indonesia as a new chicken supplier.
“Things will get better,” he said. “(This) will only make us more resilient.”
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Batrawy reported from Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Ng from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Chehayeb from Beirut; and Faruk from Mogadishu, Somalia. | https://www.wdtn.com/news/u-s-world/ap-international/day-by-day-trade-bans-inflation-send-food-prices-soaring/ | 2022-07-24T00:43:23Z | https://www.wdtn.com/news/u-s-world/ap-international/day-by-day-trade-bans-inflation-send-food-prices-soaring/ | false |
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 3" game were:
5-0-5
(five, zero, five)
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 3" game were:
5-0-5
(five, zero, five) | https://www.mrt.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-3-game-17324939.php | 2022-07-24T00:45:45Z | https://www.mrt.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-3-game-17324939.php | true |
GRAPHIC: Military spouse fatally stabbed in Hawaii sought help for repeated abuse, mother says
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow/Gray News) - A woman who was brutally stabbed to death off the H-3 Freeway on Wednesday night has been officially identified by the medical examiner as 27-year-old Dana Alotaibi, of Virginia.
Alotaibi’s mother, Natalia Cespedes, said her daughter sent her pictures and messages documenting abuse from her husband, Bryant Tejeda-Castillo ― an active-duty Marine stationed in Kaneohe.
Had military officials acted on repeated requests for help, she believes her daughter would still be alive.
The Honolulu Police Department confirmed that Tejeda-Castillo has been charged with second-degree murder. His bail is set at $1 million.
Alotaibi posted several videos and messages on her social media accounts talking about her abusive relationship, claiming her husband hit her, pulled her hair, choked her, cheated on her and threatened to kill her.
A YouTube video posted in January reportedly shows Alotaibi sobbing on the phone with the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, claiming the military did nothing after she reported multiple cases of violence and infidelity.
“It’s haunting me, like, all the incidents that he’s hit me and done horrible things to me,” she told the hotline responder. “Even when I reached out for help, like nothing was done at all. And I’m thinking like, what can I do, why is he so untouchable?”
“Why isn’t he getting jail time? Why isn’t he getting demoted in rank? Why isn’t he getting kicked out?” she said on the call.
Alotaibi’s mother said she advised her daughter to report Tejeda-Castillo to his command and police.
“She sent me, like, a picture with all these bruises all over her body,” Cespedes said, adding that Alotaibi was brave to speak out.
She said Alotaibi was able to get a no-contact order on her husband, the military’s version of a restraining order. But Cespedes says she’s disappointed more wasn’t done to protect her.
“Probably because she’s a woman they don’t care, or she looked crazy, they don’t care,” Cespedes said.
Now that her daughter is gone, Cespedes says she is feeling the same helplessness as she tries to get answers from the military about what happened.
“I feel like nobody wants to help, nobody wants to say nothing,” she said. “Probably if I go there, they will help.”
Cespedes says she’s flying from Virginia to Honolulu on Saturday.
“I cannot stay here waiting. I have to go there. Bring my daughter home,” she said.
The Marines issued the following statement:
“We can confirm that the Marine suspect’s command was engaged with both him and the victim, and were responsive to those allegations and concerns that the command was made aware of. Due to the ongoing nature of the criminal investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further on this topic.”
Alotaibi’s friends who are in the military believe the system is designed to protect the ranks, and domestic violence and mental health issues are downplayed. They spoke to Hawaii News Now on condition of anonymity.
“I don’t think they care about family at all. Because if they did, then they will be getting their soldiers the help that they need,” one friend said. “It seemed like he was crying out for help, too. And I just think they’re mission first and then family second.”
Those who knew the victim also reportedly said she was pregnant, though police have declined to confirm that detail, saying they are awaiting autopsy results.
Loved ones and victims’ advocates hope Alotaibi’s death can be a wake-up call to urge victims to reach out to civilian resources as well as the military system.
“You’re still one of our community members. And we care about them just as ... it’s not like there’s a bubble, that that’s all that they have,” said psychologist Dr. Lisa Hartwell, who has counseled military families.
Marine Corps Base Hawaii said it offers the Marine Corps Family Advocacy Program, “which aims at directly addressing domestic violence through prevention, education, reporting, intervention and treatment.”
Alotaibi’s mother has set up a GoFundMe page for funeral and travel expenses. To donate to Alotaibi’s family, click here.
Copyright 2022 Hawaii News Now via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kswo.com/2022/07/24/graphic-military-spouse-fatally-stabbed-hawaii-sought-help-repeated-abuse-mother-says/ | 2022-07-24T00:52:13Z | https://www.kswo.com/2022/07/24/graphic-military-spouse-fatally-stabbed-hawaii-sought-help-repeated-abuse-mother-says/ | true |
'That love for the game ... has carried my career': MLB analysts honored by Baseball Hall of Fame
Writer Tim Kurkjian and the late Jack Graney, the first former major league player to transfer to the broadcast booth, were honored Saturday by the Baseball Hall of Fame for their contributions to the game.
Kurkjian was presented with the Baseball Writers' Association of America's Career Excellence Award. He began his career in 1979 at the Washington Star and two years later was the Texas Rangers beat writer for the Dallas Morning News. Four years later, he returned to his native Maryland and joined the Baltimore Sun, covering the Orioles for four years. He then spent seven years as a senior baseball writer at Sports Illustrated.
"It's such an honor to be here," said Kurkjian, who moved to broadcasting at ESPN in 1998. "This has been the most overwhelming, most overpowering experience of my life. That love for the game, not in any sort of grace or talent, has carried my career. It was a privilege to cover the game 40 years ago, and now 40 years later, it is still a privilege. Baseball is the greatest game."
Graney was honored posthumously with the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcasting, but he started his career on the field for Cleveland and was the first major league player to bat against Babe Ruth (1914). He finished a 14-year playing career in 1922 and after a stint in automotive sales was hired in 1932 by Cleveland radio staion WHK to call games. He spent 22 years calling them for several stations and is now widely considered to be the first former big league player to broadcast a major league game.
Graney, who also called the 1935 World Series for a national audience in 1935 and that year's All-Star Game in Cleveland, died in 1978.
Granddaughter Perry Smith spoke in his behalf.
"If Jack were here today, he would never tell you about his accomplishments,"she said. "He was such a humble man. And he probably was embarrassed by praise. Here's how Jack described his career. He said, 'I always tried to give the fans an honest account. It was a tremendous responsibility. And at all times, I kept in mind that I was the eyes of the radio audience. I just tried to do my best and I hope my best was good enough.'"
Also Saturday, more than 50 Hall of Famers took part in the annual Parade of Legends. Chairs were lined up four deep on Main Street more than four hours before the parade began. Inside the Hall of Fame's Plaque Gallery, several fans dressed in Red Sox gear stopped to take photos at the spot where the plaque of former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz, affectionately called Big Papi, will hang after his induction.
Thousands of Red Sox fans lined the route through the village center, many wearing Big Papi's No. 34 on the back, and about 20 were carrying a Dominican Republic flag and chanting "Papi! Papi!" Several souvenir tables were set up with Ortiz induction jerseys in red and blue.
Ortiz is just the 58th player selected by the Baseball Writers' Association of America in his first year on the Hall of Fame ballot. He's part of the seven-member Class of 2022 that will be inducted on Sunday. | https://www.wvtm13.com/article/that-love-for-the-game-has-carried-my-career-mlb-analysts-honored-by-baseball-hall-of-fame/40697051 | 2022-07-24T00:53:57Z | https://www.wvtm13.com/article/that-love-for-the-game-has-carried-my-career-mlb-analysts-honored-by-baseball-hall-of-fame/40697051 | true |
Lloyds accused of trying to bury bad news as it closes another 66 bank branches
- Some towns will lose their last surviving bank, as another 66 close next year
- Lloyds axed 150 branches this year taking the total branch closures to over 400
- Lloyds said visits to the 66 banks had fallen by 60 per cent over five years
- Derek French said bosses are ‘falling over themselves’ to shut high street banks
Lloyds Bank has been accused of trying to bury bad news after confirming the closure of another 66 branches on the day that Britain was distracted by the heatwave and the Tory leadership battle.
The move, quietly revealed on Wednesday without a formal announcement as is customary, will see dozens of closures by next year, with some towns and villages losing their last surviving bank.
It means Lloyds has so far this year announced plans to axe 150 branches across its three retail brands – Bank of Scotland, Halifax and Lloyds – and takes the total number of branch closures across the big banking institutions this year to more than 400. Some experts believe that number will double by the end of the year.
AXED: Lloyds has now announced the closure of 150 branches this year
According to the consumer group Which?, more than 50 bank branches a month have been given the chop since the start of 2015.
Derek French, who campaigns for shared banking hubs that all customers can use, claimed bosses are ‘falling over themselves’ to shut high street outlets before the introduction of new regulations designed to protect access to cash.
Russell Galley, director of consumer relationships at Lloyds, said: ‘We’ll continue to invest in our branches, but they need to be in the right places where they are well used'
A new bill, published last week, is likely to pave the way for the Financial Conduct Authority regulator to oversee branch closures and intervene where it believes access to cash is threatened.
Defending its latest closures, Lloyds said visits to the 66 branches – comprising 48 Lloyds and 18 Halifax outlets – had fallen on average by 60 per cent over the past five years. It insisted all affected customers will have access to a nearby free-to-use cash machine or local post offices, and that there would be no compulsory or voluntary redundancies among its employees who will be moved to another branch or part of its business.
Russell Galley, director of consumer relationships at Lloyds, said: ‘Alongside our digital, online and telephone services, we’ll continue to invest in our branches, but they need to be in the right places where they are well used.’ | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11042727/Lloyds-accused-trying-bury-bad-news-closes-66-bank-branches.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | 2022-07-24T00:57:40Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11042727/Lloyds-accused-trying-bury-bad-news-closes-66-bank-branches.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | false |
(KTLA) — Despite Oscar-winning films and an entire week of television programming dedicated to them, perhaps no animal is more misunderstood than the shark. But even though they’re the stuff of nightmares for fish, marine mammals and some seabirds, humans have very little to fear.
In short: you shouldn’t worry too much about shark attacks.
Since 1900, there have been about 1,600 shark attacks in the United States that are considered “unprovoked.” That’s about 13 per year, according to SharkAttackData.com.
And more than half of those attacks have all happened in one state: Florida.
According to data compiled by FloridaBet.com, 828 (50.6%) of those unprovoked attack happened in the Sunshine State. And the majority of those attacks have all occurred in Volusia County, which is home to Daytona Beach.
Hawaii comes in second on the list with 230 unprovoked attacks since 1900, followed by California with 187. New York, where Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” took place in the fictional town of Amity Island, was towards the bottom of the list with 13 unprovoked attacks.
So why Florida?
A number of reasons are possible for the disparity in shark attacks in Florida compared to the rest of the U.S. For one, it has the nation’s second largest coastline behind Alaska. More coast means more beaches means more ocean means more chance of encountering a shark — makes sense, right?
Another reason is the type of sharks one could encounter in Florida.
While some states like California are home to white sharks, the southern coast of the U.S. is home to a smaller breed of shark known as the blacktip. Blacktip sharks have semi-frequent encounters with people and, according to National Geographic, have even been known to follow fishing boats to feed on discarded fish caught by mistake.
Finally, the state’s warm water is another likely contributing factor to the shark encounters.
Sharks tend to follow their food and their prey are often closer to the shore thanks to ocean currents, FloridaBet says in its analysis. And fish aren’t the only things that enjoy warm water: humans flock to Florida for its warm ocean waters too.
California Fish and Wildlife officials say the only way to avoid any risk of having a shark encounter is to avoid the ocean altogether. But while humans have greatly increased their beach and ocean activity, including surfing, swimming and scuba diving, shark incidents have not increased at the same rate.
So, if you can stomach that risk, the ocean is big enough for both you and sharks.
If you’re interested in helping sharks across the globe, National Geographic has some tips. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/national-news/shark-attacks-youre-most-likely-to-get-bitten-in-these-states/ | 2022-07-24T01:00:19Z | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/national-news/shark-attacks-youre-most-likely-to-get-bitten-in-these-states/ | false |
The hottest stretch of weather yet this summer is about to hit Vancouver, and it’s not likely to feel cooler than 30° for days.
According to The Weather Network, the final week of July is set to be the hottest of the summer across BC. “An upper-level ridge anchored south of the border will send temperatures soaring,” said TWN.
The conditions could be primed to create an “impactful heat event,” TWN said. Environment Canada has not issued any heat warnings for BC yet as of 3 pm on Saturday, July 23.
Here’s what the forecast from TWN looks like for the next week:
For the next seven days, it’ll feel hotter than 30° each day. The worst days will be Tuesday through Thursday where even though the thermometer will read 30° or so – it’ll feel almost like 40°.
That means Vancouver will feel cooler than Los Angeles, California and just as hot as Miami, Florida next week.
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The upcoming hot weather in Vancouver has the potential to not only make it uncomfortable for residents, but also dangerous for the city’s most vulnerable.
Vancouver is forecasted to heat up significantly next week 🌡️
This is not good news for anyone in the city and will especially impact vulnerable members of our community. https://t.co/mhEe9R0poX
— Union Gospel Mission (@ugm) July 21, 2022
So do your part to keep cool, check in on neighbours and family, and share resources on beating the heat. | https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vancouver-weather-hotter-than-30 | 2022-07-24T01:11:43Z | https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vancouver-weather-hotter-than-30 | true |
The Duke City Gladiators will play a first-round Indoor Football League playoff game Sunday in Phoenix against the Arizona Rattlers in a rematch of their second-round meeting in last year’s postseason, won by the Rattlers 58-55. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. MDT.
The Gladiators just completed an 8-8 season and are seeded fourth in the Western Conference. The Rattlers went 13-3, which included two wins against Duke City, and are seeded first.
“We are ready for battle,” Gladiators interim head coach Fred Griggs said in a news release. “We are coming in with a vengeance since last year’s playoffs. We won’t leave it to the home field advantage to dictate the end score this time around.”
The victor advances to face the winner of Saturday night’s late game between the second-seeded Northern Arizona Wranglers and the third-seeded Tucson Sugar Skulls.
(Click here for IFL standings, here for the playoff schedule.) | https://www.abqjournal.com/2518699/gladiators-on-the-road-sunday-to-begin-ifl-playoffs.html | 2022-07-24T01:13:56Z | https://www.abqjournal.com/2518699/gladiators-on-the-road-sunday-to-begin-ifl-playoffs.html | false |
PALO ALTO, Calif. (KRON) — One person is dead after being struck by a Caltrain train in Palo Alto Saturday afternoon, agency officials sent an email to KRON4. A unidentified pedestrian was struck and killed around 4:47 p.m. near West Meadow Drive.
As of 5 p.m., trains in the area are currently stopped, officials said. Emergency personnel are on the scene.
The incident marks Caltrain’s sixth fatality of the year. Approximately 200 passengers were on the train going northbound, and no onboard injuries were reported.
Palo Alto police tweeted the grade crossing at West Meadow Drive is closed due to the incident. They advise the public to take alternate routes.
No other details were released regarding the circumstances of the incident.
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This is a developing story. Check back as KRON4 learns more. | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/one-dies-after-being-hit-by-caltrain-in-palo-alto/ | 2022-07-24T01:16:27Z | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/one-dies-after-being-hit-by-caltrain-in-palo-alto/ | false |
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 4" game were:
2-1-4-9
(two, one, four, nine)
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 4" game were:
2-1-4-9
(two, one, four, nine) | https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-game-17324928.php | 2022-07-24T01:21:20Z | https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-game-17324928.php | true |
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(The Hill) — Former President Trump called Arizona state House Speaker Rusty Bowers (R) a “RINO coward,” using the acronym for “Republican in name only,” and reiterated his support for his endorsed candidate who is vying for a state Senate seat against Bowers.
“Rusty Bowers is a RINO coward who participated against the Republican Party in the totally partisan unselect committee of political thugs and hacks the other day and disgraced himself, and he disgraced the state of Arizona,” Trump said during a rally held in the Grand Canyon State for several of his endorsees.
“David Farnsworth is going to do a fantastic job. And importantly, I have to say, you have so many advantages. That would be the guy I’d most like to run against ‘cause this guy’s bad news,” Trump added, referring to Bowers’s opponent for the Arizona state Senate’s 10th legislative district, who the former president has endorsed.
Bowers gave testimony before the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot last month in which he disagreed with Trump’s claims that Bowers told him that Trump had won the state of Arizona in 2020 and that the election had been rigged.
“Anywhere, anyone, anytime has said that I said that the election was rigged, that would not be true,” Bowers said as he testified before the committee in June.
The Arizona House Speaker also told the panel that Rudy Giuliani had told him that Trump’s allies did not have specific evidence showing that election fraud had been committed during the last presidential election.
“And I don’t know if that was a gaffe or maybe he didn’t think through what he said, but both myself and others in my group … both remember that specifically, and afterwards we kind of laughed about it,” Bowers said.
The Arizona GOP executive committee earlier this week voted to censure Bowers.
“The @AZGOP Executive Committee formally censured Rusty Bowers tonight— he is no longer a Republican in good standing & we call on Republicans to replace him at the ballot box in the August primary. Full press release from AZGOP coming soon,” Kelli Ward, chair of the Arizona Republican Party, tweeted this week.
While Trump was stumping for his endorsed Arizona candidates, including gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake (R) on Friday, former Vice President Pence was stumping for his endorsed candidate in the governors’ race, Karrin Taylor Robson (R) the same day.
According to NBC News, Bowers attended a campaign event for Robson on Friday. | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/trump-slams-rino-coward-bowers-for-testifying-in-jan-6-hearing/ | 2022-07-24T01:21:53Z | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/trump-slams-rino-coward-bowers-for-testifying-in-jan-6-hearing/ | true |
Birmingham Zoo: Lioness killed while meeting male lion
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A female lion was fatally injured while being introduced to a newly acquired male companion at the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama, officials said Tuesday.
Akili, who was born in 2005 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and had been at the Birmingham Zoo since 2007, couldn’t be saved after being injured by a lion named Josh, who had been at the zoo since April.
The slow process of introducing the two lions to each other had begun previously, the zoo said in a statement, and Akili was badly injured within minutes of a meeting on Monday.
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"Animal introductions are always risky because wild animals can be unpredictable and we cannot control their interactions," said Hollie Colahan, the zoo’s deputy director, in a statement.
The introduction was done on a day the zoo was closed so no visitors were present, said Jennifer Ogilvie, a spokeswoman.
"Josh is fine and will continue to receive the excellent care he always receives," she said.
Josh was brought to the zoo as replacement for another male lion that died in 2021, the statement said. Dozens of people expressed sorrow over Akili’s death in response to an announcement by the zoo on social media.
"How devastating. She was a beauty!" one person wrote. | https://www.fox29.com/news/birmingham-zoo-lioness-killed-while-meeting-male-lion | 2022-07-24T01:34:22Z | https://www.fox29.com/news/birmingham-zoo-lioness-killed-while-meeting-male-lion | true |
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the New York Lottery's "Lotto" game were:
07-13-18-30-41-53, Bonus: 20
(seven, thirteen, eighteen, thirty, forty-one, fifty-three; Bonus: twenty)
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the New York Lottery's "Lotto" game were:
07-13-18-30-41-53, Bonus: 20
(seven, thirteen, eighteen, thirty, forty-one, fifty-three; Bonus: twenty) | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Lotto-game-17324968.php | 2022-07-24T01:52:25Z | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Lotto-game-17324968.php | false |
'That love for the game ... has carried my career': MLB analysts honored by Baseball Hall of Fame
Writer Tim Kurkjian and the late Jack Graney, the first former major league player to transfer to the broadcast booth, were honored Saturday by the Baseball Hall of Fame for their contributions to the game.
Kurkjian was presented with the Baseball Writers' Association of America's Career Excellence Award. He began his career in 1979 at the Washington Star and two years later was the Texas Rangers beat writer for the Dallas Morning News. Four years later, he returned to his native Maryland and joined the Baltimore Sun, covering the Orioles for four years. He then spent seven years as a senior baseball writer at Sports Illustrated.
"It's such an honor to be here," said Kurkjian, who moved to broadcasting at ESPN in 1998. "This has been the most overwhelming, most overpowering experience of my life. That love for the game, not in any sort of grace or talent, has carried my career. It was a privilege to cover the game 40 years ago, and now 40 years later, it is still a privilege. Baseball is the greatest game."
Graney was honored posthumously with the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcasting, but he started his career on the field for Cleveland and was the first major league player to bat against Babe Ruth (1914). He finished a 14-year playing career in 1922 and after a stint in automotive sales was hired in 1932 by Cleveland radio staion WHK to call games. He spent 22 years calling them for several stations and is now widely considered to be the first former big league player to broadcast a major league game.
Graney, who also called the 1935 World Series for a national audience in 1935 and that year's All-Star Game in Cleveland, died in 1978.
Granddaughter Perry Smith spoke in his behalf.
"If Jack were here today, he would never tell you about his accomplishments,"she said. "He was such a humble man. And he probably was embarrassed by praise. Here's how Jack described his career. He said, 'I always tried to give the fans an honest account. It was a tremendous responsibility. And at all times, I kept in mind that I was the eyes of the radio audience. I just tried to do my best and I hope my best was good enough.'"
Also Saturday, more than 50 Hall of Famers took part in the annual Parade of Legends. Chairs were lined up four deep on Main Street more than four hours before the parade began. Inside the Hall of Fame's Plaque Gallery, several fans dressed in Red Sox gear stopped to take photos at the spot where the plaque of former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz, affectionately called Big Papi, will hang after his induction.
Thousands of Red Sox fans lined the route through the village center, many wearing Big Papi's No. 34 on the back, and about 20 were carrying a Dominican Republic flag and chanting "Papi! Papi!" Several souvenir tables were set up with Ortiz induction jerseys in red and blue.
Ortiz is just the 58th player selected by the Baseball Writers' Association of America in his first year on the Hall of Fame ballot. He's part of the seven-member Class of 2022 that will be inducted on Sunday. | https://www.wmur.com/article/that-love-for-the-game-has-carried-my-career-mlb-analysts-honored-by-baseball-hall-of-fame/40697051 | 2022-07-24T02:07:41Z | https://www.wmur.com/article/that-love-for-the-game-has-carried-my-career-mlb-analysts-honored-by-baseball-hall-of-fame/40697051 | false |
BRAINTREE, Mass. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Massachusetts Lottery's "Megabucks Doubler" game were:
05-06-31-38-42-47, ST: 8
(five, six, thirty-one, thirty-eight, forty-two, forty-seven; ST: eight)
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The House of the Dragon cast and creative team made their San Diego Comic-Con debut on Saturday, taking the stage at Hall H to give fans a preview of the upcoming Game of Thrones prequel series. Ahead of the long weekend, HBO also debuted a full-length trailer for its newest installment in author George R. R. Martin’s fantasy saga, teasing more of what’s to come as the franchise goes back in time.
Based on Martin’s novel, Fire & Blood, House of the Dragon is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones and tells the story of House Targaryen. Set to debut on Aug. 21 on HBO and HBO Max, the series is led by co-showrunners Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik, who also directs.
The ensemble cast includes Paddy Considine (King Viserys Targaryen), Matt Smith (Prince Daemon Targaryen), Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower), Emma D’Arcy (Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen), Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon), Eve Best (Princess Rhaenys Targaryen), Fabien Frankel (Ser Criston Cole), Graham McTavish (Ser Harrold Westerling), Milly Alcock (Young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen) and Emily Carey (Young Alicent Hightower).
Martin joined the cast for the panel, praising Condal's vision in adapting his written works.
"These books, these characters, are like my kids," the author shared, noting that he appreciated the difficulty in adapting the complicated, historically-influenced book. "Ryan has done a great job of adapting the books so far... I'm really very happy."
As for his own next projects, Martin joked, "There's this book that I'm writing. It's a little late," referring to The Winds of Winter, the planned sixth novel in the Song of Ice and Fire series, which was the inspiration for Game of Thrones.
While they did not show release any new footage, the cast and crew opened up about expanding the epic and sprawling world of Game of Thrones on HBO, bringing more dragons to the screen and the complicated dynamic of the Targaryen royal family.
Considine described King Viserys as a "kind man," noting, "that's why he was chosen as king."
"He fiercely tries to keep everyone together, but this is Westeros," Condal said of the king.
However, his brother, the heir to the throne may think differently, with Smith explaining that Daemon and Viserys have "quite a complicated relationship." Smith explained that he was quite excited to take on a most sinister character, following his stint as the 11th Doctor on Doctor Who: "I was actively trying to play something different."
D'Arcy shared that her character, the king's daughter, Princess Rhaenyra, is "fueled by fire," adding that "she's figuring out when to let that fire burn and when to dampen it."
Best plays Viserys' cousin, who was passed over for the throne, and is "pissed off" at having been overlooked. And things may be in turmoil sooner rather than later, with Consindine warning that his character is carrying a secret that will eventually come to light.
In discussing his inspirations for the series, Martin offered a hint as to why Rhaenys may have been passed over for the throne -- and why, as Best noted, the idea of a female-led kingdom is one of House of the Dragon's central questions. "I'm inspired by history," the author shared. "Game of Thrones is very loosely based on the War of the Roses. This book is loosely based on the era of The Anarchy.”
Best shared that she journaled in character as young Alicent Hightower while on set, hoping to "fill in the gaps" of her character.
"Lots of people are expecting her to be the villain of the show," the young actress shared. "It was so much fun to be able to go in-depth with her."
Her elder counterpart, Cooke, admitted that there is "massive pressure" on the cast, given the enormity of the Game of Thrones fanbase. "[We want] to give you guys what you want and also put our own stamp on it."
Toussaint's character, known as the "Sea Snake" is a "self-made man" and the most famous seafarer in Westeros, having undergone nine famous voyages -- though, in a cruel twist of fate, the actor admitted he actually gets seasick!
The series is true to its name in more ways than one. In addition to its focus on the Targaryen family, Condal promised that there will be 17 dragons at one point in the series, all with their own unique traits, looks and personalities.
“There's much yet to come," the EP promised, who also hinted at a possible second season during his panel discussion, but didn't announce any official confirmation.
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COVID-19 case numbers from around Australia's states and territories
Here's a quick wrap of each Australian jurisdiction's latest COVID-19 statistics for July 24, 2022.
You can get a more detailed, visual breakdown through the ABC's Charting the Spread story right here.
- NSW — 14 deaths, 2,260 people in hospital
- Victoria — 12 deaths, 849 people in hospital
- Tasmania — two deaths, 174 people in hospital
- Queensland — no deaths, 1,042 people in hospital
- NT — no deaths, 71 people in hospital
- ACT — no deaths, 155 people in hospital
If you don't see your state or territory yet, don't worry — case numbers may not have been released yet.
NSW
NSW has recorded 14 deaths and 12,820 new COVID cases.
There are 2,260 people in hospital, including 56 in ICU.
Victoria
Victoria has recorded 12 deaths and 14,645 new cases of COVID-19.
There are 849 people in hospital, including 27 in ICU.
Tasmania
Tasmania has recorded two new deaths and 1,155 cases of COVID-19.
There are 174 people in hospital with the virus, including three in ICU. Forty-six people are being treated specifically for COVID-19 symptoms.
Queensland
Queensland has recorded no deaths and 5,804 new cases of COVID-19.
There are 1,042 people in hospital, including 23 in ICU.
Northern Territory
There are 71 people in NT hospitals, and the Territory has recorded 355 new cases of COVID-19.
No deaths were recorded during the reporting period.
ACT
The ACT has recorded no deaths and 712 new cases of COVID-19.
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Monsoon moisture and potential flooding expected throughout Arizona
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a flood watch for all of Maricopa, Pinal and Gila Counties starting Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.
Areas in central and eastern Arizona should expect lightning, heavy rain, small hail, gusty winds and blowing dust, as well as localized flooding through the middle of the week.
"Thunderstorm impacts will include strong outflow winds and blowing dust with locally damaging wind gusts, then transition more towards heavy rainfall and localized flooding," said the National Weather Service in Phoenix in a forecast discussion on Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, there will be a 30% chance of rain on Saturday and a 60% chance of rain on both Sunday and Monday.
Temperatures in the Valley are also expected to drop due to forecast thunderstorms.
"The increased moisture and storm activity will allow temperatures to cool significantly through the first half of next week with many lower elevation communities struggling to reach 100 degrees on a few days," according to the National Weather Service in Phoenix.
The temperature high on Sunday is expected to reach 104 degrees, while the high on Monday is expected to dip as low as 98 degrees. On Tuesday, the temperature high will likely reach 97 degrees and on Wednesday, 100 degrees.
The National Weather Service in Flagstaff has also issued a flood watch from Sunday afternoon to late Monday night for Yavapai County, southern portions of the Mogollon Rim and the White Mountains.
Flash flooding is possible in washes, streams, and low water crossings. Arizonans are advised to avoid flood prone areas like creeks and drainages. Recent burn areas are especially vulnerable to flooding, according to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff.
The flood warning follows days after intensive flood mitigation efforts began in areas in and around Flagstaff, particularly in neighborhoods near burn scars from recent wildfires.
The city of Phoenix has a list of safety tips and resources on their website for homeowners and drivers experiencing monsoon weather.
Reach breaking news reporter Haleigh Kochanski at hkochanski@arizonarepublic.com or on Twitter @HaleighKochans.
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SEATTLE (AP) — Justin Verlander became the major leagues' first 13-game winner, striking out nine and topping 99 mph in his final inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Seattle Mariners 3-1 on Saturday.
Verlander (13-3) allowed four hits in seven innings to win his fifth straight start and lower his ERA to 1.86, second in the American League to Shane McClanahan's 1.71 for Tampa Bay.
A 39-year-old right-hander, who missed last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, Verlander averaged 96.3 mph with his fastball, 1.4 mph above his season average coming in.
He retired 15 straight between Adam Frazier's second-inning single and Carlos Santana's ninth home run, which cut the lead to 2-1 in the seventh. Seattle loaded the bases on walks by Eugenio Suárez and pinch-hitter Kyle Lewis around Frazier's single, and Verlander struck out No. 9 hitter Sam Haggerty on his 101st and final pitch, clocked at 97.4 mph.
Verlander has allowed one earned run or fewer in seven of his last eight starts.
Kyle Tucker and Yuli Gurriel hit RBI doubles in the fourth to help the Astros to their fourth consecutive win and send Seattle to its second straight loss after a 14-game winning streak.
Houston is 27-9 since June 12 and ended the Mariners' streak of eight consecutive winning series.
Logan Gilbert (10-4) gave up two runs and five hits in six innings with eight strikeouts and one walk. He struck out his first four batters, but gave up back-to-back doubles to Gurriel and Tucker with two outs in the fourth after his only walk, to Yordan Álvarez.
Jose Altuve scored on Ryan Boruki's wild pitch in the eighth.
Bryan Abreu got three straight outs to finish the four-hitter for his second big league save, his first since May 26 last year.
TRAINER'S ROOM
Astros: Closer Ryan Pressly could return to an overused bullpen Sunday from paternity leave. "Hope so," manager Dusty Baker said. "We need him."
RHP Lance McCullers Jr. (right forearm strain) made a rehab start Friday for Double-A Corpus Christi, striking out three over two innings. He threw 40 pitches, allowing a run. McCullers has missed the entire season.
"I heard he had good velocity," Baker said. "I heard he threw the ball well, and I've heard he's very happy with his performance, especially the first time out. I'm sure he was a little nervous. But I'm waiting to hear today from our trainers to see if he has the aftereffects."
Mariners: Manager Scott Servais said All-Star rookie Julio Rodríguez remains day to day after missing a second day due to a left wrist strain. The center fielder was not available off the bench Saturday, and Servais said he would remain out of the lineup until there was no soreness. Servais wasn't sure when Rodríguez injured the wrist. He jammed it against the Rangers last Sunday sliding into second, but told Servais he wasn't hurt afterward and appeared to participate in the Home Run Derby without issue. "If anybody's ever been involved in an event like that — not many of us have — but the adrenaline rush just has to be out of this world, you know, with everybody on their feet and you're doing your thing and you're 21 years old," Servais said. "And I'm guessing he felt that the next day after or something like that."
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Astros: LHP Framber Valdez (8-4, 2.66 ERA) returns to the mound for the first time following his All-Star Game win. He struck out 10 over six scoreless innings during his last start, a 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels on July 14.
Mariners: LHP Robbie Ray (8-6, 3.54) is 4-0 in his last eight starts, matching his season high with 12 strikeouts at Texas on July 15. | https://www.king5.com/article/sports/mlb/mariners/verlander-1st-13-game-winner-astros-beat-mariners-3-1/281-cde46fd6-acb2-4f11-a9ec-40689f52a941 | 2022-07-24T02:26:34Z | https://www.king5.com/article/sports/mlb/mariners/verlander-1st-13-game-winner-astros-beat-mariners-3-1/281-cde46fd6-acb2-4f11-a9ec-40689f52a941 | true |
Expect another round of late day showers and storms Sunday. Coverage will be just a little lower than Saturday evening.
Forecast: More scattered late day storms Sunday
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High school football has long borrowed from their older brothers in college with anything from plays and formations to rule adaptations.
These days high school athletics are nicking the gear styles now prominent at the collegiate level.
In other words, branding.
“When I got back to Academy from the college level, I set out finding a brand of what we’re about,” Academy athletic director Jared Hunt said. “We had the script ‘A’ and the swole bumblebee where we took out the black and made it our colors which is green and yellow or gold. We’re building a new high school and we want to make the same graphics.”
Football helmet decals are now a sleek means of projecting new images. The thought is if you look good you feel good and you might even play good as well.
Academy is one of several area schools and one of hundreds in the state to sign with Greg Gold of Austin-based AU Concepts to either modernize a traditional look or take on an entirely new persona.
Temple, Belton, Bartlett, Killeen, Harker Heights, Rockdale, Lampasas and Copperas Cove have updated their brand with a group that was a mere side gig until four years ago.
Gold, an Irving High all-state selection from the early 2000s and running back for Oklahoma State from 2003-06, started work on helmet logos as a means of dressing up his son’s youth football team that he was coaching in 2017.
He wanted the team to emulate his alma mater, but he couldn’t find anything. Being in the tech field already, he made them himself.
“I put together my own,” Gold said. “A bunch of teams started asking us who did our team’s designs. I would do some smaller teams for free.”
Gold designed the decals for his brother Marcus, then a coach at Whitehouse now at Wylie East. (Marcus Gold and Hunt were college roommates at Texas A&M). He used his Oklahoma State connections with former Cowboys great Ricklan Holmes, now the head coach at Tyler High.
“They posted the helmet on Twitter, and it blew up from there,” said Greg Gold, who only had nominal account to the social media platform and never used it before his wife encouraged him to utilize it. “The first year I had 40 teams and it’s more than doubled every year.”
Gold was inexplicably laid off from his tech company five days before Christmas of 2019.
He got even more serious about his side gig and AU Concepts took off in what was pretty much an open lane for an entrepreneur. Helmet manufacturers such as Riddell and Schutt offer decals of course, but Gold is out front in customizing for each program. He also does large swaths of business in Oklahoma.
“We will never have a catalogue just to flip through,” said Gold, who took his pitch on the road with cold calls to coaches in the early months of the calendar year. “We want to customize a program. We want to be the Mercedes Benz of helmet decals.”
AU Concepts is moving beyond just football helmets into spring sports. Gold said baseball coaches, more traditionalists in nature, have been slow to get on board for batting helmets but softball coaches have become fast fans to the point that they want to see what they can get away with.
“The softball coaches are as crazy about this as the football coaches,” Gold said. “One of them said to make it as obnoxious as possible. It’s borderline too flashy.”
The Academy football helmet decal project was a classic case of taking a unique logo and renewing it.
“I’m an old soul at heart,” Gold said. “I love taking retro looks and making them younger so the players can enjoy it as well as the old fans. I put some of that into the ’Bee.”
Not only is it a unique logo, but the Bumblebee as a mascot is a rarity nationwide. Hunt was ready to update the old bee, which is still affixed to the court at the original gym.
“We’re the only Bumblebee in the state and one of the few in the nation,” he said. “The old one looks kind of like a Gatesville or Caldwell Hornet. It was exciting to get this ’Bee and it’s cool to see on the new helmets.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/sports/article_6dab04c6-0ad7-11ed-847c-736fb30275c8.html | 2022-07-24T02:43:16Z | https://www.tdtnews.com/sports/article_6dab04c6-0ad7-11ed-847c-736fb30275c8.html | true |
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