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SA releases science, tech indicator report
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, says the COVID-19 pandemic has had a disastrous impact on public health systems and economic progress across the globe, threatening the gains made in the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals.
“Millions of people have died and economies have declined sharply. Poverty is on the rise. Inequality is deepening. The gains related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are at risk, and vulnerabilities and inequalities within and between nations have been exposed,” Nzimande said.
He was speaking at the launch of the 2022 South Africa Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators Report.
Out of the adversity created by the pandemic, Nzimande commended the role played by those in the national system of innovation (NSI), and how they responded to COVID-19 by joining global funding efforts, which led to the speedy construction of hospitals, and the production of medical devices and protective gear at competitive prices.
“The World Health Organization permitted South Africa to establish a world-class consortium to create the first technology transfer hub for COVID-19 vaccines in Africa.
“The hub will play a leading role in the preclinical research phase of Africa's first messenger RNA technology. It will also be responsible for the inbound technology transfer and production of the first vaccines against COVID-19 and other diseases,” Nzimande said.
Turning to the ever-pressing issue of climate change, Nzimande said reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) between August 2021 and April 2022 noted the adverse effects of climate change in all assessed regions.
“Extreme impacts have caused irreversible changes to some human and natural systems. Extreme weather events, such as those recorded in KwaZulu-Natal in 2022, are expected to become more frequent and will have increasingly severe impacts,” Nzimande said.
Nzimande said this has enormous implications for South Africa's development aspirations, such as creating employment and reducing poverty and inequality.
“There is an urgent need to build a climate-resilient society to respond to the current and projected impacts of climate change, while transitioning to a just climate future. Investment in innovative instruments for mitigation and adaptation is critical for building a just society and meeting the SDGs,” he said.
On economic challenges, Nzimande said the size of the economy is now at pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels.
“The real GDP was slightly higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, unemployment was at 34.5% during the first quarter of 2022, with black women and youth bearing most of the brunt,” Nzimande said.
“COVID-19 constrained the already tight NSI fiscal environment further. [The] Department of Science and Innovation and [its] entities experienced budget cuts,” Nzimande said.
Nzimande said the number of households living in poverty increased in terms of all poverty indicators.
“Over the past decade, other forms of deprivation, such as a lack of access to clean water and sanitation, have remained unchanged,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za | https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/sa-releases-science-tech-indicator-report | 2022-07-29T17:31:27Z | https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/sa-releases-science-tech-indicator-report | true |
Large number of advance ballots being cast in Shawnee County
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - More than twice as many Shawnee County voters have cast advance ballots for the Aug. 2 primary election than in 2020, officials said Friday.
Voters on Friday morning were filing into the Shawnee County Election Office at 3420 S.W. Van Buren to cast their ballots.
The election office had 44 voting booths to accommodate those who came to cast their ballots.
Shawnee County Election Commissioner Andrew Howell said Friday morning that more than 7,000 people had cast advance ballots over the past couple of weeks.
Advance voting has been offered from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays since July 18 at the Shawnee County Election office.
Friday is the last full day of advance voting.
Those wishing to cast ballots in advance can do so between 8 a.m. and noon on Monday, Aug. 1. However, Howell cautioned that the Monday before election day typically sees many people turning out to cast advance ballots and that those wishing to vote may find themselves waiting in lines.
Howell also said a large turnout is expected at polling places across Shawnee County on election day this coming Tuesday, Aug. 2.
Those wishing to cast advance ballots or vote on election day are required to show a government-issued photo identification card -- including driver’s licenses and passports -- and are prohibited from wearing partisan campaign clothing or handing out literature within 250 feet of the voting place.
For more information on Shawnee County voting places, visit www.snco.us/election/vote/.
Information on voting in other counties across the state can be found at www.sos.ks.gov/elections/elections.html.
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JESSICA: DEMENTED MILLIONS JACKPOT -- THE MEGA MILLIONS JACKPOT CLIMBED $1.1 BILLION. THE MASSACHUSETTS LOTTERY SENT US A LIST OF THE LUCKIEST LOCATIONS IN THE SEDATE -- THE STATE. EXPECT FOR TED’S STATELINE MOBILE WHERE ONE $1 MILLION ME
Luckiest Locations: Massachusetts lottery spots that sold most $1 million or more prizes
Updated: 12:30 PM EDT Jul 29, 2022
The Mega Millions jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $1.1 billion, with a cash value of $648.2 million for Friday’s drawing.If won, it will be the second largest prize in the 20-year history of Mega Millions, behind only the record $1.537 billion won on Oct. 23, 2018. That winning ticket was sold in South Carolina, and it remains the world’s largest lottery prize ever won on a single ticket.With swift ticket sales in Massachusetts for Friday's drawing, the lottery released a list of lottery agents that are on a recent hot streak.From July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022, the following locations sold multiple winning tickets that won prizes of $1 million or more. They were all instant tickets, except one $1 million Mega Millions prize won on a ticket sold at Ted’s Stateline Mobil.Ted’s Stateline Mobil, Methuen – three prizesA1 Plus Convenience, Worcester – two prizesCorreia & Sons Market, Somerset – two prizesCrossroads Marketplace, Leicester – two prizesDairy Market, New Bedford – two prizesOcean Street Market, Hyannis – two prizesWoodland Variety & Grill, Vineyard Haven – two prizesIn the 29 drawings since the jackpot was last won in Tennessee on April 15, there have been more than 28.1 million winning tickets at all prize levels, including 42 worth $1 million or more. Those big prizes have been won in 17 states across the country: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia.Four Mega Millions jackpots have been won to date in 2022: California, New York, Minnesota and Tennessee.
BOSTON — The Mega Millions jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $1.1 billion, with a cash value of $648.2 million for Friday’s drawing.
If won, it will be the second largest prize in the 20-year history of Mega Millions, behind only the record $1.537 billion won on Oct. 23, 2018. That winning ticket was sold in South Carolina, and it remains the world’s largest lottery prize ever won on a single ticket.
With swift ticket sales in Massachusetts for Friday's drawing, the lottery released a list of lottery agents that are on a recent hot streak.
From July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022, the following locations sold multiple winning tickets that won prizes of $1 million or more. They were all instant tickets, except one $1 million Mega Millions prize won on a ticket sold at Ted’s Stateline Mobil.
- Ted’s Stateline Mobil, Methuen – three prizes
- A1 Plus Convenience, Worcester – two prizes
- Correia & Sons Market, Somerset – two prizes
- Crossroads Marketplace, Leicester – two prizes
- Dairy Market, New Bedford – two prizes
- Ocean Street Market, Hyannis – two prizes
- Woodland Variety & Grill, Vineyard Haven – two prizes
In the 29 drawings since the jackpot was last won in Tennessee on April 15, there have been more than 28.1 million winning tickets at all prize levels, including 42 worth $1 million or more.
Those big prizes have been won in 17 states across the country: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia.
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It wasn't until 1957 when scientists earned special access to the molecular third dimension.
After 22 years of grueling experimentation, John Kendrew of Cambridge University finally uncovered the 3D structure of a protein. It was a twisted blueprint of myoglobin, the stringy chain of 154 amino acids that helps infuse our muscles with oxygen. As revolutionary as this discovery was, Kendrew didn't quite open up the protein architecture floodgates. During the next decade, fewer than a dozen more would be identified.
Fast-forward to today, 65 years since that Nobel Prize-winning breakthrough.
On Thursday, Google's sister company, DeepMind, announced it has successfully used artificial intelligence to predict the 3D structures of nearly every catalogued protein known to science. That's over 200 million proteins found in plants, bacteria, animals, humans — almost anything you can imagine.
"Essentially, you can think of it as covering the entire protein universe," Demis Hassabis, founder and CEO of DeepMind, told reporters this week.
It's thanks to AlphaFold, DeepMind's groundbreaking AI system, which has an open-source database so scientists worldwide can involve it in their research at will, and for free. Since AlphaFold's official launch in July of last year — when it had only pinpointed some 350,000 3D proteins — the program has made a noticeable dent in the landscape of research.
"More than 500,000 researchers and biologists have used the database to view over 2 million structures," Hassabis said. "And these predictive structures have helped scientists make brilliant new discoveries."
In April, for instance, Yale University scientists called on AlphaFold's database to aid in their goal of developing a new, highly effective Malaria vaccine. And in July of last year, University of Portsmouth scientists used the system to engineer enzymes that will fight against single-use plastic pollution.
"This moved us a year ahead of where we were, if not two," John McGeehan, director of Portsmouth's Center for Enzyme Innovation and a researcher behind the latter study, told the New York Times.
These endeavors are just a small sample of AlphaFold's ultimate reach.
"In the past year alone, there have been over a thousand scientific articles on a broad range of research topics which use AlphaFold structures; I have never seen anything like it," Sameer Velankar, DeepMind collaborator and team leader at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory's Protein Data Bank, said in a press release.
Others who've used the database, according to Hassabis, include those trying to improve our understanding of Parkinson's disease, people hoping to protect the health of honeybees and even some looking to gain valuable insight into human evolution.
"AlphaFold is already changing the way we think about the survival of molecules in the fossil record, and I can see it will soon become a fundamental tool for researchers working not only in evolutionary biology but also in archaeology and other palaeo-sciences," Beatrice Demarchi, an associate professor at the University of Turin, who recently used the system in a study on an ancient egg controversy, said in a press release.
In the coming years, DeepMind also intends to partner with teams at the Drugs For Neglected Diseases Initiative and the World Health Organization, with the goal of finding cures for little-studied, yet pervasive, tropical diseases such as Chagas disease and Leishmaniasis.
"It will make many researchers around the world think about what experiments they could do," Ewan Birney, DeepMind collaborator and deputy director of the EMBL, told reporters. "And think about what is going on in the organisms and the systems that they study."
Locks and keys
So, why do so many scientific advancements depend on this treasure chest of 3D protein modeling? Let's explain.
Suppose you're trying to make a key that fits perfectly into a lock. But you have no way of viewing the structure of that lock. All you know is this lock exists, some data about its materials, and maybe numerical information on how big each ridge is and sort of where those ridges ought to be.
Developing this key wouldn't be impossible, maybe, but it'd be quite difficult. Keys have to be precise, otherwise they don't work. Therefore, before you get started, you'd probably try your best to model a few different mock locks with whatever info you do have so you can make your key.
In this analogy, the lock is a protein and the key is a small molecule that binds to this protein.
For scientists, whether they're doctors trying to craft novel medications or botanists dissecting plant anatomy to make fertilizers, interplay between certain molecules and proteins is crucial.
With medications, for instance, the specific way a molecule in a drug binds to a protein could be the breaking point for whether it works. This interaction gets complicated because even though proteins are just strings of amino acids, they're not straight or flat. They inevitably fold, bend and sometimes tangle around themselves, like headphone wires in your pocket.
In fact, a protein's unique folds dictate how it functions — and even the slightest of folding mistakes in the human body can lead to disease.
But returning to small molecule medications, sometimes pieces of a folded protein are blocked from binding a drug. They might happen to be folded in a strange way that makes them inaccessible, for instance. Things like this are very important bits of information for scientists trying to get their drug molecule to stick. "I think it's true that almost every drug that has come to market over the past few years has been, in part, designed through knowledge of protein structures," Janet Thornton, a research scientist at the EMBL, said in the conference.
This is why researchers normally spend an incredible amount of time and effort to decode the folded, 3D structure of a protein they're working with in the way you'd begin your key-making journey by piecing together the lock's mould. If you know the exact structure, it becomes a lot easier to tell where and how a molecule would attach to a given protein, as well as how that attachment might affect the protein's folds in response.
But this endeavor isn't simple. Or cheap.
"The cost of solving a new, unique structure is on the order of $100,000," Steve Darnell, a structural and computational biologist from the University of Wisconsin and researcher at bioinformatics company DNAStar, said in a statement.
That's because the solution typically comes from super complicated laboratory experiments.
Kendrew, for example, tapped into a technique called X-ray crystallography back in the day. Basically, this method requires you to take solid crystals of the protein you're interested in, place them in an X-ray beam, and watch to see what pattern the beam makes. That pattern is pretty much the position of thousands of atoms within the crystal. Only then can you use the pattern to uncover a protein's structure.
There's also the more recent technique known as cryo-electron microscopy. This one's similar to X-ray crystallography, except the protein sample gets straight-up blasted with electrons instead of an X-ray beam. And even though it's considered much higher in resolution than the other technique, it can't exactly penetrate everything. Further, in the realm of technology, some have attempted to digitally create protein folding structures. But early tries, like a few attempts in the '80s and '90s were not great. As you can imagine, laboratory methods are also tedious — and difficult.
Over the years, such barriers have given rise to what's called the "protein folding problem." Simply, scientists don't know how proteins fold, and have faced significant hurdles to get past that issue.
AlphaFold's AI could be a game changer.
Solving the 'folding problem'
In short, AlphaFold was trained by DeepMind engineers to predict protein structures without requiring laboratory presence. No crystals, no electron firing, no $100,000 experiments.
To get AlphaFold to where it is today, first, according to the company's website, the system was exposed to 100,000 known protein folding structures. Then, as time passed, it started to learn how to decode the rest.
It's really as straightforward as that. (Well, apart from the talent that went into coding the AI.)
"It takes, I don't know, a minimum of $20,000 and a large amount of time to crystallize a protein," Birney said. "That means experimentalists have to make choices about what they do – AlphaFold hasn't had to make choices yet." This feature of AlphaFold's thoroughness is quite fascinating. What this means is scientists have more liberty to guess and check, follow an inkling or gut instinct and cast a wide net in their research when it comes to protein structures. They won't need to worry about cost or timelines.
"The models come with a prediction error as well," Jan Kosinski, DeepMind collaborator and structural modeler at the EMBL in Hamburg, Germany said. "And usually — actually in many cases — the error is really tiny. So we call that a near-atomic precision."
Further, the DeepMind team also says it conducted a wide variety of risk assessments to make sure using AlphaFold is safe and ethical. DeepMind team members also suggested that AI, in general, might carry biosecurity risks we hadn't thought to assess before — especially as such technology continues to permeate the medical space.
But as the future unfolds, the DeepMind crew says AlphaFold will fluidly adapt and address such worries on a case-by-case basis. For now, it seems to be working — with a universe of protein models tracing back to a modest portrait of myoglobin.
"Only two years ago," Birney said, "we just simply did not realize that this was feasible."
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Jack Ross has ‘enormous respect’ for Derek McInnes ahead of season opener
By PA Staff published
Jack Ross will come up against a friendly foe when he takes his Dundee United side to Kilmarnock for their cinch Premiership opener on Saturday.
The United boss has “enormous respect” for his opposite number Derek McInnes, the former St Johnstone and Aberdeen manager who brought Killie back up to the top flight last season by winning the Championship.
Looking ahead to his first competitive match as Tannadice manager since taking over from predecessor Tam Courts in June, Ross said: “First of all, coming up against a manager that has been brilliant to me through my management career, someone I have enormous respect for, somebody people should recognise as a top manager in Scotland, so that means his team will be good.
“They achieved success last season by winning the league and they will come up looking to build on that momentum.
“We have come up against each other a lot as managers and have enjoyed it, we have both had successes at different times against each other.
“I think it is a brilliant opening game for us because of the atmosphere that will be generated with them being back in the Premiership, the numbers we will travel in and there is always that intensity around it.
“Both teams will look at it as an opportunity to get off to a good start.”
Meanwhile, Declan Glass has agreed a new one-year extension that will take his existing contract through to 2024.
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder will also join SSE Airtricity League side Derry on loan until November as part of his development.
The United academy graduate will team up with former United team-mate Mark Connolly at the Irish club, after Connolly completed a permanent switch to Derry earlier this week.
Sporting director Tony Asghar explained the move to United’s official website: “Declan moving to Derry City on loan allows him the opportunity to continue his development in a first-team environment.
“Last season, in coming back from a serious injury, he had a stop-start season but we have all seen the qualities he has in his time playing for United.
“We need to give players an opportunity to play games regularly to be a long-term asset for Dundee United.
“By extending his contract, we are committing Declan to rise to that challenge.”
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Which reflective safety vests are best?
Working outside on construction sites or out on the open road can be dangerous enough, but add being in the dark and not visible to the drivers of passing cars to the mix, and it can be a deadly combination.
Crossing guards, police officers, first responders, security guards, TSA employees and more can benefit from wearing a safety vest on the job. It’s also a good idea to purchase a vest if you’re outside exercising or walking after the sun goes down. It doesn’t hurt to keep a reflective vest in the trunk of your car in case you ever have to change a tire in the middle of the night.
Overall, reflective vests are relatively inexpensive, and our top pick is the JKSafety Class 2 High Visibility Safety Vest, because it’s convenient and ideal for everyday use.
What to know before you buy reflective safety vests
Fluorescent colors
It’s the fluorescent colors that make the vest easier to see because the shades are brighter and can’t help but be noticed by the human eye. However, even fluorescent colors aren’t visible in the dark. They need light reflected either from the sun or another source of ultraviolet light.
Yellow and orange are the most common fluorescent colors found on vests, but some models are also available in pink and blue, though these might not comply with some worksite regulations.
Reflective tape
Reflective tape is different in that it’s also not visible in the dark, but it can reflect a light source back, such as the headlights of an approaching car.
When it comes to reflective tape, there are typically two types: glass bead and micro prismatic. Glass bead tape is silver and has actual glass beads on the surface. It’s common and easy to produce. Micro prismatic tape is more durable, effective, and costly because it’s made up of prisms.
What to look for when buying reflective safety vests
Size
Keep in mind that a reflective vest is meant to be worn over your clothes. If you’ll be wearing your vest outside in the winter, that means it will have to fit over a jacket, so it’s a good idea to opt for a larger size.
Durability
These vests are often worn outside and on job sites, so they will undergo a certain amount of wear and tear. Thinner mesh material might not last as long as stronger polyester material, so take that into consideration when selecting a model.
Pockets
What tends to set some of the higher quality vests apart from the rest are pockets that allow you easily hold and access a variety of items. This is ideal for those who will be wearing their vest while on the job or even on a late-night walk around the neighborhood.
If you’re looking for something that serves the same function, but is a little more comfortable and casual than a reflective vest, try a reflective shirt and refer to the buying guide for best reflective shirts at Best Reviews.
How much you can expect to spend on reflective safety vests
An inexpensive reflective safety vest can cost under $10. These vests are usually made from a thin mesh material, so they aren’t as durable. A higher-quality vest made for more rugged outdoor work will run you about $15. These tend to have additional benefits such as zippers and pockets.
Reflective safety vest FAQ
How do I clean my reflective safety vest?
A. A reflective safety vest should be cleaned often, as the dirt can reduce the efficiency of the fluorescent and reflective parts. The vest should never be dry cleaned. It should be washed on the cold setting or in the cold water and either hung to dry or dried on low heat. Never iron a reflective vest.
Should I wear a reflective safety vest during the day?
A. Yes. A vest with reflective colors and reflective tape can make you more noticeable and visible during the day. However, those fluorescent colors and reflective tape are only visible in the dark when light is directly shined on them.
What are the best reflective safety vests to buy?
Top reflective safety vest
JKSafety Class 2 High Visibility Safety Vest
What you need to know: An ideal vest for all types of workers.
What you’ll love: This vest is compliant with industry standards, making it perfect for workers. It also has nine different pockets, perfect for storing your phone and other work equipment while on the job. Made from polyester and machine-washable, this vest is both durable and easy to clean. It also makes you visible in even low light.
What you should consider: It’s the best, which is why it’s one of the more expensive models on the market.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top reflective safety vest for money
Neiko High Visibility Safety Vest
What you need to know: An inexpensive vest that’s of great quality for the price and highly reflective.
What you’ll love: This safety vest features two horizontal and vertical reflective strips on both the front and back. It’s extremely lightweight and breathable and is available in multiple sizes, all the way up to XXXL.
What you should consider: It’s durable, but the material can get uncomfortable, especially when outside in the sun or when the weather is warm.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
GripGlo Reflective Safety Vest
What you need to know: A high-visibility neon lime safety vest that’s comfortable and easy to take on and off.
What you’ll love: Fully compliant with worksite regulations, this vest has double vertical and horizontal reflective stripes on the front and back that are outlined in neon orange. It’s machine-washable, light enough for daily wear, and meets industry standards.
What you should consider: This is one of the heavier vests on the market, so it might not be ideal for everyone.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which portable monitors for laptops are best?
In general, laptops are more powerful and more affordable than ever, but even the biggest ones can’t provide the same amount of workspace as a desktop PC. To combat this and expand your portable desktop space, there are plenty of portable monitors available. While they don’t always offer ultra-premium visual fidelity, they’re more than capable of increasing productivity by helping you keep your work organized on screen.
If you’re in the market for a portable monitor for your laptop, know that the UPerfect Freestanding is one of the best and most novel choices out there. It stands apart from the rest thanks to a 110-degree hinge and a rotating bracket that allows for use in portrait mode.
What to know before you buy a portable monitor for a laptop
While portable, large ones are pretty heavy
LCD screens tend to have a bit of heft, and portable monitors are no different. There are some great 17-inch portable monitors, but once you get into that size class they’re all pretty heavy. For that reason, it’s recommended that most users stick with a 14” or 15.6” model.
Beware of no-name brands
Granted, the field of portable laptop monitors is not occupied by all the heavy-hitters who normally manufacture PC monitors and 4K TVs. That said, however, there are some brands that have released, refined and rereleased several lineups of portable monitors for laptops. These are the brands you should try to stick with, if at all possible. Like when buying any kind of electronics, be wary of brands whose names are impossible to pronounce and whose products don’t have any real-world reviews, testing or bench marks.
Avoid portable monitors meant to clip onto your laptop’s body
There’s one specific type of portable monitor that certainly looks extremely convenient, yet in the real world is both clumsy and likely bad for your laptop. There aren’t many, but you should still make a point to avoid any portable monitors that clip to your laptop itself. A quality portable monitor should support itself with a hinge that’s sturdy and relatively easy to adjust.
What to look for in a quality portable monitor for a laptop
USB-C connectivity
Nearly all portable monitors have a common video input in the form of a Micro HDMI port. These days, though, just about all new laptops offer USB-C connectivity with one or more types of USB-C Alt mode video output formats. All laptops with Thunderbolt 3 or 4 connectivity should work perfectly with portable monitors, even if they have touch screens.
Charging port and optional batteries
Avoid any portable monitors that use an old-school DC barrel plug for power. Instead, make sure you get a recently released model that supports USB-C Power Delivery. It’s rare to find a monitor that can be powered directly from a laptop, though, so keep in mind that you’ll probably need a spare USB-C PD port to power a portable monitor. Beyond that, some portable monitors do feature internal batteries, but the selection is somewhat limited.
Screen resolution
The vast majority of portable monitors sport a 1080p resolution. You can find some inexpensive models with lower resolutions right around 720p, but those are almost all relatively old and may not have the compatibility and overall quality of more recent and refined options.
On the other side of the coin, under basically no circumstances should you go out of your way to purchase a portable 4K monitor. It’s just about impossible to tell the difference between Full HD and Ultra HD on a portable monitor, and 4K resolutions can mess up scaling in a number of applications in both Windows and macOS.
How much you can expect to spend on a portable monitor for a laptop
The cheapest portable monitors for laptops cost about $150 while many of the best top out in the $350 range. If you really want, you can spend several hundred on something with high-end features like 100% sRGB coverage or an OLED panel, but few users will need either of those.
Portable monitor for a laptop FAQ
Do portable monitors for laptops have any gaming features?
A. There are some portable monitors with express support for advanced graphics. If a gaming laptop is powerful enough to deliver 240 FPS at 1080p, it probably already has a decent screen built into it. For that reason, it’s often not the best idea to look for gaming-oriented portable monitors because they tend to cost a premium.
Do the new MacBooks support portable monitors?
A. For the most part, yes, but it depends more on the monitor than the MacBook. There was a time when USB video connection standards were a mess and it was anybody’s guess how well different laptops would support external displays, but the industry has done a good job of pushing through that and to achieve wide-ranging compatibility. The top portable monitors we recommend for laptops are all compatible with MacBooks, although bear in mind that at least the first generation of Apple’s M1 laptop does not support more than one external monitor at a time.
What are the best portable monitors for a laptop to buy?
Top portable monitor for a laptop
What you need to know: This full HD model offers multiple ergonomic adjustments that make it one of the most useful portable monitors on the market.
What you’ll love: It sports five-point touch capability plus USB-C and Micro HDMI connectors in addition to a separate USB-C Power Delivery port. It’s compatible with a variety of operating systems and the dependable kickstand and hinge have a range of 110 degrees to get the right viewing angle for your setup. You can even rotate the screen to portrait mode for increased productivity as a secondary monitor.
What you should consider: It’s not exactly cheap, but otherwise, there’s little to dislike about this one.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top portable laptop monitor for the money
What you need to know: This especially sturdy option is the right choice if you don’t always have a clean and perfectly flat space to work on.
What you’ll love: Digital nomads and other travelers will appreciate this one because it’s durable, reliable and outfitted with an extremely sturdy hinge. That hinge, by the way, opens up nearly all the way so you can set this highly portable monitor at the perfect angle for your needs.
What you should consider: It doesn’t get particularly bright or cover a very wide color gamut.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Boasting impressive color specifications, it looks even better than many desktop monitors.
What you’ll love: This high-end option offers an impressive 500 nits of peak brightness as well as near-total coverage of the Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. It does this by leveraging quantum dot filtration, a feature normally reserved for high-end 4K TVs. Plus, at under .2 inches and 1.4 pounds, it’s as slim and light as any portable monitor on the market.
What you should consider: There’s no touch screen and it doesn’t have an internal battery.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Which tea gift sets are best?
Tea is one of the nicest and coziest gifts you can give. Whether you’re buying for an experienced or a new tea drinker, a set of multiple tea leaves will serve them well. Tea gift sets offer an array of tastes to keep them warm throughout the colder months.
Giving the gift of great tea is easy with the Tea Forte Wellbeing Organic Pyramid Infusers. It’s full of classic flavors that all tea drinkers will love.
What to know before you buy a tea gift set
Herbal or caffeinated
Tea drinkers often have a preference for the time of day they like their tea. If they start their morning with a cup and have it throughout the day, they probably drink caffeinated tea. If they like to have a cup before bed, soothing herbal teas will likely be the best gift for them. People with caffeine sensitivity may prefer herbal as well. It’s good to know what the recipient enjoys most before making a selection for them.
New or experienced tea drinker
Someone who is brand new to hot teas may benefit most from an array of classic teas, such as green and earl grey. An experienced tea drinker who brews a cup of something different every day may enjoy a selection of teas that are unusual or hard to find. If they have developed a love for a specific kind, they may love a variety of flavors of that type.
How to brew
There are several ways to brew tea, including kettles, teapots, infusers and the microwave. Knowing how the recipient of the gift brews their tea will help you determine what type of packaging to choose. If they have a kettle or use a travel mug, tea bags or pyramids will be the easiest for them to brew. If they prefer infusers, loose-leaf tea could be best
What to look for in a quality tea gift set
Tea variety
Tea sets usually offer an array of different types of tea or one kind with flavor variations. Some are a mix of herbal and caffeinated, while specialized ones will stick to one or the other. They often have a theme as well, such as floral teas or fruity teas. Some include only classic teas, while others have flavors from all over the world. A good gift set should entertain a lot of tastes.
Quantity
Tea gift sets usually offer at least 10 bags. The smaller the amount, the more specialized the flavors tend to be. Most sets have between 20-50 tea bags, while more expensive and varied ones might have up to 100. Consider if the recipient prefers quality over quantity before making a selection.
Packaging
When giving anyone a gift set, the packaging should be durable and aesthetically pleasing. Some tea selections come in wooden boxes, while others come in plastic or cardboard. Although tea bags and pyramids are usually always packaged in the same way, loose-leaf teas are available in more options. You can find loose-leaf tea in tubes or even pressed into shapes.
How much you can expect to spend on a tea gift set
Tea gift sets usually cost between $10-$35, depending on how nice the packaging is and the quality of the tea. Specialty sets with rarer teas will likely cost more.
Tea gift set FAQ
What are other good gifts for tea drinkers?
A. Tea lovers typically enjoy nice mugs and mug warmers that will keep their drink from going cold. Good teapots and kettles are also great options. On-the-go tea lovers will likely love travel mugs. You can also give them flavored honey to enhance their favorite teas.
How do you brew loose-leaf tea?
A. You need an infuser or some type of strainer to effectively make loose-leaf tea. Many teapots have a strainer inside of them so you can just pour hot water over the tea leaves.
What’s the best tea gift set to buy?
Top tea gift set
Tea Forte Wellbeing Organic Pyramid Infusers
What you need to know: This set includes 10 high-quality pyramid-shaped tea bags for excellent brews.
What you’ll love: This beautiful package offers a wide variety of tea options with great flavor and presentation. It’s perfect for those who love loose-leaf but don’t have an infuser. It’s as easy to use as a tea bag without compromising the brew strength.
What you should consider: The packaging is thin and easily damaged. Some of the tea flavors are slightly weak or inaccurate.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tea gift set for the money
Taylors of Harrogate Assorted Speciality
What you need to know: This selection of specialty classic flavors includes both caffeinated and decaffeinated teas.
What you’ll love: This set has an excellent variety of smooth and flavorful teas. It includes six bags each of the eight tea varieties in a sleek gift box. It’s great for beginner tea drinkers and those who like to have a wide array of traditional flavors.
What you should consider: The tea isn’t as strong as some customers expected.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This sampler features sweetened and dissolvable loose-leaf tea pressed into fun shapes.
What you’ll love: These cute tea pods are easy to use with no waste or mess. All you have to do is put them in a mug of hot water and wait. The formula includes raw cane sugar. This set is available in an eight and 25 count.
What you should consider: It’s pre-sweetened, which some tea drinkers won’t like. Some of the leaves don’t fully dissolve.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The wait for a decision on potential discipline for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson following accusations of sexual misconduct will continue into another week.
Two people with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press that retired judge Sue L. Robinson is not issuing a ruling Friday on Watson’s disciplinary hearing that concluded a month ago. They spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the discussions are private.
Watson was accused of sexual harassment and assault by 24 massage therapists in Texas and has settled 20 of the civil lawsuits filed against him. Four lawsuits remain pending and the attorney representing the women has said he hopes to take them to trial sometime next spring.
Two separate Texas grand juries declined to indict Watson on criminal complaints stemming from the allegations.
Watson, who played for four seasons with Houston before being traded to Cleveland in March, has been practicing with the Browns while Robinson has spent weeks trying to determine whether the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback violated the NFL’s personal conduct policy and whether to impose discipline.
The league argued for an indefinite suspension of at least one year during a three-day hearing in Delaware last month. The NFL Players’ Association pushed for no punishment, though a person familiar with Watson’s defense told the AP in June that a suspension is expected and the goal is to have Watson play this season.
Both sides submitted post-hearing briefs by July 12 and hoped for a decision before training camp opened this week. Robinson is carefully considering the case and isn’t held to a deadline.
If Robinson, who was jointly appointed by the league and the players’ union, imposes any punishment, either side can appeal. In that case, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell or his designee “will issue a written decision that will constitute full, final and complete disposition of the dispute,” per terms of Article 46 in the collective bargaining agreement.
Jacoby Brissett would replace Watson as Cleveland’s starter during a suspension.
“With Deshaun, I know there is that uncertainty, like we talked about (Wednesday), but we can only control what we can control,” Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said Thursday. “I think that is what he has done a very nice job of. So much of that in football is there is a lot of volume to what we are doing right now when it comes to football, so there are a lot of meetings, there is a lot of install and there is a lot of workout, walkthrough and practice. He has really thrown himself into that.”
Earlier this month, 30 women who had accused the Houston Texans of turning a blind eye to the allegations against Watson settled their legal claims against the team.
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Prosecutors in Spain to seek 8-year prison term for Shakira
MADRID (AP) — Prosecutors in Spain said Friday they would ask a court to sentence Colombian pop star Shakira to eight years and two months in prison, if she is convicted in her expected trial for alleged tax fraud.
Shakira, whose full name is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, is charged with failing to pay the Spanish government 14.5 million euros ($15 million) in taxes between 2012 and 2014. The prosecutors said they would also seek a fine of 24 million euros ($24 million).
The indictment details six charges against Shakira. The singer this week rejected a settlement deal offered by prosecutors, opting to go to trial instead. A trial date has yet to be set.
Her publicists in London said in a statement Friday that Shakira “has always cooperated and abided by the law, demonstrating impeccable conduct as an individual and a taxpayer.” The publicists accused the Spanish Tax Agency of violating her rights.
Shakira’s Spanish public relations team said earlier this week that the artist has deposited the amount she is said to owe, including 3 million euros in interest.
Prosecutors in Barcelona have alleged the Grammy winner spent more than half of each year between 2012 and 2014 in Spain and should have paid taxes in the country.
Shakira recently ended an 11-year-long relationship with FC Barcelona star Gerard Piqué, with whom she has two children. The family used to live in Barcelona.
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Top 10 national builder releasing over 400 honesties from Chowchilla to Los Banos
FRESNO, Calif., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc., a top 10 national homebuilder and industry leader in online sales, is excited to announce five new communities in the Central California area. Boasting prime locations from the charming city of Kerman to fast-growing Reedley, the new communities showcase a versatile array of single-family homes from the high $300s, with contemporary open-concept layouts and on-trend included features—such as granite kitchen countertops and the builder's Century Home Connect™ smart home package.
Learn more and see available homes at https://www.centurycommunities.com/CentralCalifornia.
"We're excited to announce these new communities, offering homebuyers even more desirable locations and a wide variety of inspired open-concept layouts," said Allen Bennett, Central Valley Division President. "We're also proud to be the only builder that provides homebuyers the flexibility to fully purchase their dream home on-site or online."
NOW SELLING:
Bravado| Reedley, CA
Ask about available homes: 559-226-9251
- 95 homesites
- Single- and two-story homes from the high $300s
- 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 3 bathrooms
- Up to approximately 2,222 square feet
- Rapidly growing city boasting views of the Sierras
- In-town beach access along the Kings River
- Close proximity to national parks, such as Kings Canyon and Sequoia
409 S. Almond Avenue
Reedley, CA 93654
Three model homes!
Greenhills Estates | Chowchilla, CA
Ask about available homes: 559-226-9251
- 60 homesites
- Single- and two-story floor plans from the mid $400s
- Premier golf course community with gated entry
- 3 to 5 bed, 2 to 3.5 bath, 2- to 3-bay garages
- Up to approximately 3,331 square feet
- Stylish included features, such as granite countertops
- Scenic views along Chowchilla's Pheasant Run Golf Course
- Resort-style amenities, including a recreation/fitness center, pool and spa
- Prime location near Highway 99
13020 Ridgewood Way
Chowchilla, CA 93610
Two brand new model homes!
Silhouette at Sunrise Ranch | Los Banos, CA
Ask about available homes: 559-226-9251
- 95 homesites
- Single- and two-story floor plans from the upper $400s
- 2 to 7 bedrooms, 2 to 4 bathrooms
- Up to approximately 3,224 square feet
- Wide-open kitchens with granite countertops and more included
- Community amenities include a planned park
- Abundance of recreational opportunities—including the San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area
2069 Edward Street
Los Banos, CA 93635
Two beautiful model homes!
The Crossings II| Kerman, CA
Ask about available homes: 559-226-9251
- 104 homesites
- Single- and two-story floor plans from the low $400s
- 2 to 6 bedrooms, 2 to 4 bathrooms, 2- to 4-bay garages
- Up to approximately 3,224 square feet
- Stylish included features, such as granite kitchen countertops
- Convenient proximity to Highway 180
- Quiet, small-town atmosphere with a short drive to prime amenities in Fresno
14267 W. San Joaquin Avenue
Kerman, CA 93630
Two inspired model homes!
COMING SOON:
Omni | Madera, CA
Join our VIP list: 559-226-9251
- 61 homesites
- Inspired single-family homes with stylish included features
- Single- and two-story layouts up to approximately 2,222 square feet
- 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 3 bathrooms
- Quiet small-city living
- Easy access to prime employment and entertainment hubs in the Fresno area
DISCOVER THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING:
Century Communities is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in California.
How it works:
Shop homes at CenturyCommunities.com
- Click "Buy Now" on any available home
- Fill out a quick Buy Online form
- Electronically submit an initial earnest money deposit
- Electronically sign a purchase contract via DocuSign®
Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying.
About Century Communities
Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS) is a top 10 national homebuilder, offering new homes under the Century Communities and Century Complete brands. Century is engaged in all aspects of homebuilding — including the acquisition, entitlement and development of land, along with the construction, innovative marketing and sale of quality homes designed to appeal to a wide range of homebuyers. The Colorado-based company operates in 17 states and over 45 markets across the U.S., and also offers title, insurance and lending services in select markets through its Parkway Title, IHL Home Insurance Agency, and Inspire Home Loans subsidiaries. To learn more about Century Communities, please visit www.centurycommunities.com.
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Terrifying moment rescue helicopter crashes and explodes while attempting to rescue two paragliders trapped on cliff face in Georgia
- The emergency team was trying to help two people who became stranded
- APA reported there were five people on board, two pilots and three rescuers
- People filming the crash can be heard gasping as it crashes into the mountain
Video shows a helicopter tail spinning before colliding into the side of a mountain in Georgia and exploding as it tries in vain to reach stranded paragliders.
The emergency team was attempting to help two people who became trapped on the cliff face when it crashed in Gudauri, a popular ski resort which becomes a hot spot for hang gliding and paragliding in the summer.
Medics and rescue workers were onboard.
Local media reported that rescue workers were injured, though MailOnline could not independently verify the claims.
APA reported there were five people on board, two pilots and three rescue workers at the time of the crash.
Video shows a helicopter tail spinning before colliding into the side of a mountain in Georgia and exploding as it while trying to rescue paragliders. Medics and rescue workers were onboard when it crashed
The emergency team was trying to help two people who became stranded on the cliff face when it crashed
A plume of black smoke ascends after the crash. Helicopter crashes are not uncommon in Georgia, with the UK's foreign office warning travelers of the safety standards in the country
People filming the crash can be heard gasping as it crashes into the mountainside, exploding in a cloud of black smoke and flames.
'A helicopter belonging to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, which was helping to rescue paragliders in Gudauri, lost control and fell down,' said the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
'In addition to crew members of the helicopter, there were paramedics and medics of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.'
'All the details about the incident are getting accurate and the Ministry of Internal Affairs will provide additional information to the public.'
Helicopter crashes are not uncommon in Georgia, with the UK's foreign office warning travelers of the safety standards in the country.
'Be aware that, in some instances, safety standards may not be adequately observed,' said the Foreign Office in its travel advice section.
'For example, several people were injured when a ski lift at Gudauri malfunctioned in March 2018 and a tourist helicopter crashed near Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) in spring 2019.'
Another three people died in 2019 after a helicopter belonging to a ski-resort hotel crashed in the same region of Georgia.
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(The Hill) – Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson can add another distinct honor to her résumé: she’s the inspiration for a new bobblehead.
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum announced Friday that Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court, is being immortalized in bobblehead form.
The Milwaukee-based museum is selling $30 figures that show a smiling mini version of Jackson standing tall in her judge’s robe in front of a replica of the Supreme Court. The seven inch, limited-edition bobbleheads are poised to ship in September.
“When the Senate voted to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson, history was made,” National Bobblehead Hall of Fame co-founder Phil Sklar said in a statement announcing the launch, following the 51-year-old former federal public defender’s April confirmation.
“We celebrate the momentous day in the 233-year history of the Supreme Court,” Sklar said.
In addition to the Jackson bobblehead, the Hall of Fame is also releasing collectibles of 16 other current and former Supreme Court justices.
Bobbleheads of justices including Samuel Alito, Sonia Sotomayor, Clarence Thomas and Brett Kavanaugh, and the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall, among others, will be available for pre-order on Friday and are expected to ship in December.
The release comes at a sticky time for the court — a Gallup poll conducted in June, just before the Roe v. Wade decision on abortion rights was overturned, found that only a quarter of Americans have confidence in the Supreme Court.
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Which tea gift sets are best?
Tea is one of the nicest and coziest gifts you can give. Whether you’re buying for an experienced or a new tea drinker, a set of multiple tea leaves will serve them well. Tea gift sets offer an array of tastes to keep them warm throughout the colder months.
Giving the gift of great tea is easy with the Tea Forte Wellbeing Organic Pyramid Infusers. It’s full of classic flavors that all tea drinkers will love.
What to know before you buy a tea gift set
Herbal or caffeinated
Tea drinkers often have a preference for the time of day they like their tea. If they start their morning with a cup and have it throughout the day, they probably drink caffeinated tea. If they like to have a cup before bed, soothing herbal teas will likely be the best gift for them. People with caffeine sensitivity may prefer herbal as well. It’s good to know what the recipient enjoys most before making a selection for them.
New or experienced tea drinker
Someone who is brand new to hot teas may benefit most from an array of classic teas, such as green and earl grey. An experienced tea drinker who brews a cup of something different every day may enjoy a selection of teas that are unusual or hard to find. If they have developed a love for a specific kind, they may love a variety of flavors of that type.
How to brew
There are several ways to brew tea, including kettles, teapots, infusers and the microwave. Knowing how the recipient of the gift brews their tea will help you determine what type of packaging to choose. If they have a kettle or use a travel mug, tea bags or pyramids will be the easiest for them to brew. If they prefer infusers, loose-leaf tea could be best
What to look for in a quality tea gift set
Tea variety
Tea sets usually offer an array of different types of tea or one kind with flavor variations. Some are a mix of herbal and caffeinated, while specialized ones will stick to one or the other. They often have a theme as well, such as floral teas or fruity teas. Some include only classic teas, while others have flavors from all over the world. A good gift set should entertain a lot of tastes.
Quantity
Tea gift sets usually offer at least 10 bags. The smaller the amount, the more specialized the flavors tend to be. Most sets have between 20-50 tea bags, while more expensive and varied ones might have up to 100. Consider if the recipient prefers quality over quantity before making a selection.
Packaging
When giving anyone a gift set, the packaging should be durable and aesthetically pleasing. Some tea selections come in wooden boxes, while others come in plastic or cardboard. Although tea bags and pyramids are usually always packaged in the same way, loose-leaf teas are available in more options. You can find loose-leaf tea in tubes or even pressed into shapes.
How much you can expect to spend on a tea gift set
Tea gift sets usually cost between $10-$35, depending on how nice the packaging is and the quality of the tea. Specialty sets with rarer teas will likely cost more.
Tea gift set FAQ
What are other good gifts for tea drinkers?
A. Tea lovers typically enjoy nice mugs and mug warmers that will keep their drink from going cold. Good teapots and kettles are also great options. On-the-go tea lovers will likely love travel mugs. You can also give them flavored honey to enhance their favorite teas.
How do you brew loose-leaf tea?
A. You need an infuser or some type of strainer to effectively make loose-leaf tea. Many teapots have a strainer inside of them so you can just pour hot water over the tea leaves.
What’s the best tea gift set to buy?
Top tea gift set
Tea Forte Wellbeing Organic Pyramid Infusers
What you need to know: This set includes 10 high-quality pyramid-shaped tea bags for excellent brews.
What you’ll love: This beautiful package offers a wide variety of tea options with great flavor and presentation. It’s perfect for those who love loose-leaf but don’t have an infuser. It’s as easy to use as a tea bag without compromising the brew strength.
What you should consider: The packaging is thin and easily damaged. Some of the tea flavors are slightly weak or inaccurate.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tea gift set for the money
Taylors of Harrogate Assorted Speciality
What you need to know: This selection of specialty classic flavors includes both caffeinated and decaffeinated teas.
What you’ll love: This set has an excellent variety of smooth and flavorful teas. It includes six bags each of the eight tea varieties in a sleek gift box. It’s great for beginner tea drinkers and those who like to have a wide array of traditional flavors.
What you should consider: The tea isn’t as strong as some customers expected.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This sampler features sweetened and dissolvable loose-leaf tea pressed into fun shapes.
What you’ll love: These cute tea pods are easy to use with no waste or mess. All you have to do is put them in a mug of hot water and wait. The formula includes raw cane sugar. This set is available in an eight and 25 count.
What you should consider: It’s pre-sweetened, which some tea drinkers won’t like. Some of the leaves don’t fully dissolve.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Chase Young will not be ready to play Week 1 for the Washington Commanders, coach Ron Rivera confirmed Friday in ruling out the standout pass-rusher for at least the season opener.
Young could miss more than just Washington’s first game, Sept. 11 against Jacksonville, if he goes on injured reserve or remains on the physically unable to perform list. The 2020 Defensive Rookie of the Year is working back from surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee.
“It’s unfortunate,” Rivera said. “But it was a serious injury, obviously, with surgery, and he’s doing everything he’s supposed to.”
Rivera said Young, who injured the knee Nov. 14 against Tampa Bay, did not have a setback in his recovery and is on schedule.
“He’s on time as far as where the doctors think he should be, and as he gets better and better we can update you,” he said. “But right now, he’s right where he needs to be.”
Rivera initially said he expected Young to start the season on the PUP list, which would mean missing the first four games of the season. After opening against the Jaguars, the Commanders play Detroit, Philadelphia and Dallas — games Young would also miss if he lands on IR.
Young had part of his left patellar tendon grafted into his right knee to help fix the tear. It’s unclear if that’s why he’s behind tight end Logan Thomas, who tore multiple ligaments in his left knee later last season, though Rivera called them different injuries.
Rivera has refused put a timeline on Young getting cleared to play.
“I don’t think there’s a fair timetable,” Rivera said. “You guys want me to give you number. I can’t give you a number. I don’t want to put pressure on the young man to try to hit a number that I can’t give you.”
Young, 23, said early in the offseason he anticipated being ready for Week 1. But he struck a more conservative tone during workouts last month.
“Obviously I want to be back there as fast as I can, but right now I’m just taking it one day at a time and I’m getting better fast,” Young said. “I can’t rush it.”
It seemed clear earlier in the week Young would not be coming back any time soon, when Rivera pronounced the Ohio State product the furthest away of Washington’s injured players. Starting center Chase Roullier, the closest after breaking his left fibula last year, was activated off the PUP list and returned to practice Friday.
Young is on the field working with other injured teammates and is still involved in other preparation aspects.
“We’re all watching film together, talking through things,” fellow defensive lineman Daron Payne said. “When he gets back out there, it’ll just be him getting a feel of rushing with me and rushing with other guys.”
Young won’t see game action until he’s fully healthy, something Rivera reiterated in line with the cautious approach the organization, doctors and trainers are taking with the face of the franchise.
Payne is not concerned about how Young is facing the prospect of such an extended absence.
“I feel like it’s just a mindset thing,” he said. “Chase, he’s got a real good head on his shoulders and I feel like he’s just ready to get back out there and show everybody what he’s got.”
NOTES: Guard Trai Turner missed a second consecutive practice with a quadriceps injury. Rivera said safety Jeremy Reaves and a few other players who didn’t practice were dinged up but not expected to be out long. … Linebacker Ryan Kerrigan is set to announce his retirement at a news conference Saturday. A first-round pick of Washington’s in 2011, he spent 10 of his 11 NFL seasons with the team before playing last year for Philadelphia. Kerrigan, who turns 34 Aug. 16, had 466 tackles and 97 sacks in 176 regular-season and playoff games.
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WASHINGTON — Actor Will Smith has shared a new apology to Chris Rock, Rock's family, his fellow Oscar nominees and his fans for slapping the comedian on stage at the Academy Awards.
In a video posted on his YouTube and social media accounts, the Oscar-winning actor addresses the shocking moment on camera for the first time.
The video begins with Smith explaining why he didn't apologize to Rock during his acceptance speech later that night.
"I was fogged out by that point," the "King Richard" actor described. "It's all fuzzy. I've reached out to Chris and the message that came back is that he's not ready to talk and when he is, he will reach out."
"So I will say to you, Chris, I apologize to you. My behavior was unacceptable and I'm here whenever you're ready to talk. I want to apologize to Chris' mother. I saw an interview that Chris' mother did and that was one of the things about that moment I didn't realize. I wasn't thinking about how many people got hurt in that moment," Smith said.
Smith shocked the Dolby Theatre crowd and viewers at home when he took the stage during Rock's remarks at the 94th Academy Awards after the comedian made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's shaved head.
Minutes after the incident, Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor for his portrayal of Richard Williams, father of tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams," in "King Richard."
Last weekend, Rock addressed the slap during a comedy show in New Jersey. According to US Weekly, he told the crowd that he is not a victim but it physically hurt when he got slapped. He's currently on a world tour and is performing in Atlanta this weekend.
While Smith issued a statement apology on the day after the Oscars, Friday's video was the first time the actor addressed what had happened on camera.
In the video, Smith also explained that Jada Pinkett Smith didn't tell him to do something in the moment.
"It's like, you know, I made a choice on my own, from my own experiences, from my history with Chris. Jada had nothing to do with it. I'm sorry, babe. I wanna say sorry to my kids and my family for the heat that I brought on all of us," Smith said.
He added that it breaks his heart to "have stolen and tarnished" the evening for his fellow nominees, specifically mentioning QuestLove - who won the Oscar for the category Rock was there to announce.
"I spent the last three months replaying and understanding the nuances and the complexities of what happened in that moment. And I'm not going to try to unpack all of that right now, but I can say to all of you there is no part of me that thinks that was the right way to behave in that moment. There's no part of me that thinks that is the optimal way to handle a feeling of disrespect or insult."
Smith added that it hurts him especially to know that he didn't live up to peoples' image and impression of him.
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CyberFuels, Inc., a division of EncounterCare Solutions, ECSL, announced today that it has signed a Letter of Intent with an international energy company that has a new patented process for producing Green Hydrogen. This relationship will work in conjunction with CyberFuels current distribution of its own proprietary alternative fuels and additives that already help to decarbonize the atmosphere. The Letter of Intent calls for the first prototype of the commercial units to be placed at the new CyberFuels Gateway Terminal in Tampa, Florida. Details on the contract will be further provided after the close of the deal.
John Lawrence, President of CyberFuels, Inc. stated "Climate change and cleaner air is what everyone is talking about today. The EV discussions are nice, but they have their own inherent environmental issues. Maybe the problem is not the Internal Combustion engine, but rather what fuel is being burned in today's engine. That is where CyberFuels comes in. We currently have fuels that are advantageous to the environment, and we are extremely excited to have this Green Hydrogen technology housed in our new Green Terminal looking forward to the next generation." The purchase of the new Cyberfuels Gateway Terminal in Tampa Florida is expected to close in August and permitting will begin immediately thereafter with construction to follow.
Green Hydrogen is important to the growth and vision of CyberFuels' plans of providing sustainable zero GHG emissions eFuels. An added feature of the new patented process for production of hydrogen is that it uses municipal solid waste and a process similar to fast pyrolysis which produces Green Hydrogen at a substantially lower cost than traditional methods of production. Today, 96% of Hydrogen comes from Steam Methane Reformation and 4% from electrolysis. Both methods are very expensive. Having the Hydrogen hub at the CyberFuels Terminal will allow the company to have back up hydrogen power for the terminal's energy needs, which will also include utilizing solar power as a power source. As part of the relationship, hydrogen will be sold at a very attractive price to be used as fuel. Next, Green Hydrogen is also an important component of Green Methanol, which is an important component of our eFuels solution for combustion engines of today. Mr. Lawrence further added, "CyberFuels has been developing its Green eFuels for 8 years, and the proprietary additive makes Green Methanol eFuels not only an important tool in the effort to decarbonize transportation, but also a timely alternative to help reduce fuel prices while at the same time helping to improve the environment."
CyberFuels Green Methanol will be focused on individual transportation modalities. Green Hydrogen is focused on heavy transportation such as buses, transport trucks, trains, ships, and planes.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis is looking to take away the liquor license of a Miami restaurant that allows children at their drag brunch shows.
The governor filed a complaint against R House in Wynwood after the conservative outrage wellspring Libs of TikTok hosted a video of a drag queen walking hand-in-hand with a child during one of the shows.
The complaint was filed under laws against public nuisances in Florida. Investigations of the restaurant found that they have a children's menu, understandably as they are a restaurant. Still, DeSantis acted incredulous while speaking at a Tampa press conference.
“We said wait a minute, having kids involved in this is wrong,” DeSantis said. “That is not consistent with our law and policy in the state of Florida and it is a disturbing trend in our society to try to sexualize these young people. That is not the way you look out for our children, you protect children, you do not expose them to things that are inappropriate.”
DeSantis repeatedly mischaracterized the R House as a bar to gin up outrage that a restaurant would allow children in with their parents at a weekend brunch.
“They actually had agents going to this place and effectively just gathering information, getting intelligence, seeing what’s going on,” DeSantis said. “And what they found was, not only were there minors there — and these are sexually explicit drag shows — the bar had a children’s menu. And you think to yourself: ‘Give me a break, what’s going on?”
R House issued a response, saying that DeSantis is "misunderstanding" them.
"We are hopeful that Governor DeSantis, a vociferous supporter and champion of Florida's hospitality industry and small businesses, will see this as what it is, a misunderstanding, and that the matter will be resolved positively and promptly," they said. | https://www.orlandoweekly.com/news/gov-ron-desantis-files-complaint-against-restaurant-that-allows-children-at-drag-brunches-32127836 | 2022-07-29T17:56:50Z | https://www.orlandoweekly.com/news/gov-ron-desantis-files-complaint-against-restaurant-that-allows-children-at-drag-brunches-32127836 | false |
Madhya Pradesh: 20-day-old baby dies in hit & run case in Bhopal, parents critically injured
Bhopal News: The couple was crossing the road to get themselves under a shelter when the vehicle hit them near Bangrasia and sped off.
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The deceased baby has been identified as Prince while his father Santosh Nath and mother Rani have been admitted to Hamidia Hospital for treatment.
Police have so far not succeeded in identifying the killer vehicle or its occupant/s.
As per TOI report, Santosh Nath and his wife Rani live with the latter; brother in Gouharganj and were walking to a relative's house in Doraha, some six kilometres away, when they were caught in a downpour.
However, it is not known who was carrying the baby when the mishap took place. The couple was crossing the road to get themselves under a shelter when the vehicle hit them near Bangrasia and sped off.
Investigation officer ASI Mohan Verma said, “The couple who was critically injured in the hit and run incident staggered on for 1 kilometre with the baby in arms and crying for help.”
Some locals saw them and called the police. A patrol team rushed to the spot with an ambulance, reported TOI.
The family was then taken to Hamidia Hospital which is around 25 kilometres away from where the mishap took place. However, the child died without responding to the treatment.
The grievously injured couple is undergoing treatment at the hospital at present.
ASI Verma informed Santosh has suffered severe head injuries while his wife has injuries in her back.
"Many motorists must have seen the injured couple walking down the road with their baby at night but none offered a lift. Police are trying to identify the vehicle,” said the ASI as quoted by TOI.
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LITTLETON, Colo. — Tanya Hill is hosting a complicated family reunion in a Littleton home that proudly flies two flags — the American and the Ukrainian.
"There are currently 11 people in our house," she said with a smile. "That's a full house."
Her niece, Kseniia Malik, fled the war-torn city of Irpin, Ukraine, earlier this year. She was eight months pregnant when she decided to come to the United States with her husband, two young daughters, and teenage brother.
"It was really scary, but we were checking the news every minute," Malik said.
The family traveled from Ukraine to Poland, then to Spain, and then to Mexico before arriving at Hill's home in Littleton.
"It's the best place we can be, except for home," Malik said.
Hill insisted Malik's family stay with her family, saying support from the community helped to make it happen.
"It seemed impossible to bring them here. But every little step of the way, one door opened after the next," Hill said.
Support and baby supplies poured in from friends, family, and even the most unexpected of places.
At Centura Littleton Adventist Hospital, doctors and nurses heard about Malik's journey and the baby on the way and offered free medical services for the mother's labor and delivery.
"I think it's just part of the mission of the Adventist system that we need to take care of people that are in need," said Pamela Constanza, manager of Women's Services and Infants at Centura Littleton Adventist Hospital. "I think we really wanted to do something for somebody in that region, and this was an opportunity that we had that we could jump on."
"[The doctor] invited Kseniia in and said, "There's nothing you have to worry about. We'll cover it all,"" said Hill. "It almost seemed effortless. They just said, "Yes. No problem, we'll do it.""
After months of trauma, Malik says her free-of-charge delivery offered a moment of peace.
"When everything is ruined in your previous life, so all plans or dreams, they were destroyed, the kindness of people is giving you hope," said Malik.
Her baby, Regina, was born in June, weighing 9 pounds and 7 ounces. Malik's hope is that her daughters grow up safe and in a better world. Until then, the family feels like part of the community that is helping them in their time of need.
"In the midst of the madness, in the cruelty of the whole situation that's going on in Ukraine, seeing so much love and support gives you hope the world is not as bad as it may seem at the time," said Hill.
Malik's husband was able to come to the United States for a few months but is now back in Ukraine trying to help other family members. They all hope to be reunited when it is safe. | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/colorado-hospital-delivers-ukrainian-refugees-baby-free-of-charge | 2022-07-29T17:58:15Z | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/colorado-hospital-delivers-ukrainian-refugees-baby-free-of-charge | true |
Colorado clerk gets primary recount after raising $250,000
Denver – A prominent Colorado election conspiracy theorist, Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, will get a recount after all, state officials announced Thursday, now that she has raised $256,000 to pay for the review of her loss in the Republican primary for secretary of state.
Peters demanded a recount after losing her race by more than 85,000 votes, baselessly alleging fraud.
But she did not pay the $236,000 that the Secretary of State’s office initially charged, insisting on a hand recount rather than the machine one they said their rules required. So Peters’ loss was officially certified on Monday.
Peters then announced she had raised the funds and renewed her request. On Thursday, the Secretary of State’s office announced it would perform a machine recount by Aug. 4 after Peters paid the fee.
Peters said in a statement she had raised the money from individual donors who complied with the state’s $1,250 political contribution limit.
Republican State Rep. Ron Hanks, who had requested a recount along with Peters after losing his U.S. Senate primary, did not submit any funds and will not receive a recount in his race.
Peters was defeated in the GOP primary by Pam Anderson, a former Jefferson County clerk who has criticized Trump’s election lies.
Peters faces several felony charges for her alleged role on accusations of breaking into her county’s election system in search of proof of the conspiracy theories spun by former President Donald Trump after his 2020 election loss.
Peters and her chief deputy, Belinda Knisley, are charged with allowing a copy of a hard drive to be made during an update of election equipment in May 2021.
Peters and Knisley have denied wrongdoing and Peters has called the charges politically motivated.
A judge prohibited Peters from overseeing last year’s and this year’s local elections in Mesa County, a western region of the state that is largely rural and heavily Republican.
Trump won it in the 2020 presidential election with nearly 63% of the vote. President Joe Biden won Colorado overall with 55.4% of the state’s vote. | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/colorado-clerk-gets-primary-recount-after-raising-250-000/10183598002/ | 2022-07-29T17:59:46Z | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/colorado-clerk-gets-primary-recount-after-raising-250-000/10183598002/ | false |
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "All or Nothing Day" game were:
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ATLANTA, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced a regular quarterly dividend of $1.24 per share on its common stock.
The company has paid a dividend on its common stock for 160 consecutive quarters since its formation in 1982. The dividend is payable August 20, 2022 to shareholders of record on August 8, 2022.
About Norfolk Southern
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 6.7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas A&M fans and students can rejoice as Rally House introduces a new store in College Station, directly across from this historic university. Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing carries an enormous assortment of Aggies apparel, headwear, and much more. Customers will also find an array of other college and pro teams in stock, plus an incredible selection of local Texas merch that draws inspiration from the famous state.
Rally House is thrilled to continue its role as a dependable outlet for team gear and localized products throughout Texas, now in this booming college town. "We're super excited to open a new store here in College Station," says District Manager Stefanie Blowers. "We are eager to be in the Aggie excitement, located right across the street from the campus. And we can't wait to show all the fans in the area the many other teams we have to offer!"
Fans will be blown away by the store's extensive selection of Texas A&M gear. Still, this location also provides merchandise for the Cowboys, Texans, Texas Tech Raiders, Longhorns, and various other organizations. Additionally, patrons can count on quality products since this store stocks well-known brand names such as Nike, Mitchell & Ness, and New Era.
Texas stands out for a handful of reasons, including its many recognizable businesses and themes. Thankfully, Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing offers a massive local section with apparel and gifts to flaunt that hometown pride. Customers will find products for topics and businesses like Don't Mess with Texas, Lone Star Beer, Whataburger, and more.
Each visit to Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing will be a joy, as the store delivers excellent customer service and a fun shopping environment. There's also an immense assortment of products available online at www.rallyhouse.com, with shipping options to any state.
For current store news and updates, visit www.rallyhouse.com/rally-house-texas-avenue-crossing or follow the store on Facebook (@RallyTexasAveCrossing) and Instagram (@rallytexasavecrossing).
Rally House and Sampler Stores Inc. is a family-owned specialty boutique that offers a large selection of apparel, hats, gifts and home décor representing local NCAA, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and MLS teams in addition to locally inspired apparel, gifts and food. Proudly based in Lenexa, Kansas, Rally House operates 100+ locations across 13 states.
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ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Chase Young will not be ready to play Week 1 for the Washington Commanders, coach Ron Rivera confirmed Friday in ruling out the standout pass-rusher for at least the season opener.
Young could miss more than just Washington’s first game, Sept. 11 against Jacksonville, if he goes on injured reserve or remains on the physically unable to perform list. The 2020 Defensive Rookie of the Year is working back from surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee.
“It’s unfortunate,” Rivera said. “But it was a serious injury, obviously, with surgery, and he’s doing everything he’s supposed to.”
Rivera said Young, who injured the knee Nov. 14 against Tampa Bay, did not have a setback in his recovery and is on schedule.
“He’s on time as far as where the doctors think he should be, and as he gets better and better we can update you,” he said. “But right now, he’s right where he needs to be.”
Rivera initially said he expected Young to start the season on the PUP list, which would mean missing the first four games of the season. After opening against the Jaguars, the Commanders play Detroit, Philadelphia and Dallas -- games Young would also miss if he lands on IR.
Young had part of his left patellar tendon grafted into his right knee to help fix the tear. It’s unclear if that’s why he’s behind tight end Logan Thomas, who tore multiple ligaments in his left knee later last season, though Rivera called them different injuries.
Rivera has refused put a timeline on Young getting cleared to play.
“I don’t think there’s a fair timetable,” Rivera said. “You guys want me to give you number. I can’t give you a number. I don’t want to put pressure on the young man to try to hit a number that I can’t give you.”
Young, 23, said early in the offseason he anticipated being ready for Week 1. But he struck a more conservative tone during workouts last month.
“Obviously I want to be back there as fast as I can, but right now I’m just taking it one day at a time and I’m getting better fast,” Young said. “I can’t rush it.”
It seemed clear earlier in the week Young would not be coming back any time soon, when Rivera pronounced the Ohio State product the furthest away of Washington’s injured players. Starting center Chase Roullier, the closest after breaking his left fibula last year, was activated off the PUP list and returned to practice Friday.
Young is on the field working with other injured teammates and is still involved in other preparation aspects.
“We’re all watching film together, talking through things,” fellow defensive lineman Daron Payne said. “When he gets back out there, it’ll just be him getting a feel of rushing with me and rushing with other guys.”
Young won’t see game action until he’s fully healthy, something Rivera reiterated in line with the cautious approach the organization, doctors and trainers are taking with the face of the franchise.
Payne is not concerned about how Young is facing the prospect of such an extended absence.
“I feel like it’s just a mindset thing,” he said. “Chase, he’s got a real good head on his shoulders and I feel like he’s just ready to get back out there and show everybody what he’s got.”
NOTES: Guard Trai Turner missed a second consecutive practice with a quadriceps injury. Rivera said safety Jeremy Reaves and a few other players who didn't practice were dinged up but not expected to be out long. ... Linebacker Ryan Kerrigan is set to announce his retirement at a news conference Saturday. A first-round pick of Washington's in 2011, he spent 10 of his 11 NFL seasons with the team before playing last year for Philadelphia. Kerrigan, who turns 34 Aug. 16, had 466 tackles and 97 sacks in 176 regular-season and playoff games.
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NEW YORK, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This International Youth Day, a new generation of young leaders will gather in New York City with a single mission: reshape the world. Gathered at the 27th Session of The Youth Assembly (August 12-14), 600 young people will build global action networks and engage in discussions with leaders in changemaking, including global institutions, advocacy groups, multinational companies, and impact-driven organizations.
"We must place young people at the center of creating positive change in the world," says Daniel Obst, President and CEO of AFS Intercultural Programs, the global not-for-profit organizer. "We know young people have the ideas and skills to make a difference, and we are excited to provide this global platform that will help them shape the world they want to live in."
The Youth Assembly program will tackle pressing challenges related to Youth, Global Health, Global Citizenship, Technology and Inclusion, aligning with the United Nations Secretary General's Report on Our Common Agenda. The event launches on International Youth Day—both as a way to celebrate and also to focus on the greatest asset the world has, our youngest generations. Given the urgency that 1.2 billion young people around the world demonstrate towards taking action for a better world, The Youth Assembly will provide opportunities for long-term planning and meaningful, diverse and effective youth engagement in tackling current and future challenges. The opening ceremony scheduled to take place at the UN will set the tone of reflection, debate, and innovative thinking on sustainable development throughout the event.
One in four Delegates has received scholarships to join this event, thanks to sponsors like bp, Schwarzman Scholars, AstraZeneca, DHL, and others, ensuring equity and inclusion in this event. Among other opportunities, Delegates will compete for the AFS Award for Young Global Citizens, worth $10,000 to support ongoing social impact ventures that address the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Youth Assembly is organized by AFS Intercultural Programs, renowned for its intercultural learning programs that empower young people with global skills—and the passion for making a difference. Program partners include Candid, DoSomething.org, the Institute of International Education, Pencils for Promise, pwc, Terracycle, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, UN Habitat, UNICEF, University of Pennsylvania Center for Social Impact Strategy, USAID, the World Bank, and many more.
More information at: youthassembly.org.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Jan. 6 committee will share 20 of its interview transcripts with the Justice Department as federal prosecutors have been increasingly focused on efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the results of the election.
A committee aide said that the panel will share the 20 transcripts but has "no plans to share additional transcripts at this time.” The person, who requested anonymity to discuss the confidential transaction, would not say which interviews the committee is sharing.
The information sharing comes after the committee had rejected a Justice Department request for transcripts in May. At the time, the committee's chairman, Mississippi Rep. Bennie Thompson, had said it was “premature” for the committee to share its work because the panel’s probe is ongoing.
Since then, the panel has been negotiating an agreement over the documents as the department has stepped up its probes. Several senior aides to former Vice President Mike Pence have appeared before a federal grand jury and prosecutors have seized records from a group of Republicans who served as fake electors in battleground states won by President Joe Biden. Trump and his allies pushed officials in those states to replace Biden’s duly selected electors with ones who supported him as they advanced claims that his victory had been stolen.
It remains unclear whether prosecutors might seek to bring criminal charges against Trump, who denies any wrongdoing.
Attorney General Merrick Garland, who is facing mounting pressure from congressional Democrats to bring charges against the former president, has said prosecutors will hold anyone accountable — no matter their position — if they broke the law.
In an interview with NBC News this week, Garland said the Justice Department would “bring to justice everybody who was criminally responsible for interfering with the peaceful transfer of power from one administration to another.”
The committee has not said if it plans to eventually share all of its transcripts with the Justice Department or the public. The Jan. 6 panel has done more than 1,000 interviews, but not all of those were formally transcribed.
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BABYLON, N.Y. (AP) — As bathers cooled themselves in the Atlantic surf on New York's Fire Island last Wednesday, Reily Winston held up a smooth dogfish shark his friend had just caught fishing off a pier in an inlet behind the beach. He briefly cradled the bloodied shark in his hands before releasing it back into the ocean.
Shark sightings have become more common along Long Island’s shores this summer — and not just the mostly harmless, abundant dogfish.
Since June, there have been at least five verified encounters where sharks bit swimmers and surfers. Though there were no fatalities, sightings prompted officials to temporarily close some beaches to swimming, from New York City's Rockaway Beach to Long Island's Smith Point County Park, where a surfer beat a shark on its snout after it bit his calf.
George Gorman, regional director for the state park system on Long Island, referred to the recent shark interactions as “extraordinarily unusual.”
Sharks aren’t new to New York’s waters. Sand tiger, sandbar and dusky sharks are some of the more common species found near shore. But in the last century or so, New York state had documented only 13 shark attacks.
Experts say sharks aren’t setting out to dine on people, but instead are chasing bunker fish near beaches. Recent shark bites are likely mistakes, according to Gorman.
“We think it has to do with the menhaden fish, with the bunker fish being close to shore and the sharks just making a mistake,” he said.
Swimmers may also be interacting with sharks while they are feeding.
“When there’s a food source close to shore, they’ll come close to shore to feed on that,” said Frank Quevedo, executive director of The South Fork Natural History Museum. “If people are in the water, they may interfere with or get in the way of shark feeding.”
Factors contributing to the spike in shark sightings are the improvement in water quality and thriving bunker fish populations due to conservation efforts. Quevedo noted that in 2019, New York passed legislation to protect Atlantic menhaden, the main food source for many species like dolphins, whales, tuna, seals, striped bass and sharks.
“This is all a positive sign that the marine ecosystem is healthy,” said Chris Scott, supervising marine biologist for the Department of Environmental Conservation, during a news conference Monday. “And it’s important because sharks are a keystone species that regulate the species diversity, abundance, distribution, the marine habitat.”
Conservation efforts have led to a rebound in shark populations elsewhere in the northeastern U.S., too. In New England, a big increase in the seal population has led to a surge in visits from great white sharks — and the occasional serious attack. Sharks have killed people on Massachusetts’ Cape Cod and in Maine in recent years.
The risk of shark attack remains very low — far lower than hazards like drowning. But in response to shark sightings, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul directed state agencies to ramp up shark surveillance. State agencies have added lifeguards and deployed helicopters, drones and boats to monitor sharks along the coast.
Officials say they are still seeing a steady attendance of people coming to Long Island beaches, and shark sightings haven’t deterred some beachgoers from going into the water — though they might not be venturing as far out.
While lifeguards kept watch, New York City resident Antoinelle Hilton waded along the beach at Fire Island's Robert Moses State Park.
“Sometimes I’m on the edge, like I don’t want to go deep in or I’ll stay on the shallow side,” said Hilton. “I just make sure I’m by the lifeguards and I’m fine.”
While out on boat patrol hundreds of yards away from Long Island beaches on Wednesday, The Associated Press didn’t spot any sharks, but did see dolphins. Lt. Sean Reilly, supervising environmental conservation officer with the DEC, says he hasn’t seen any sharks from the boat during recent patrols. It’s the lifeguards who are encountering sharks near the shore, Reilly said. On patrols, dolphins are a much more common sight than sharks.
“When I started 20-something years ago, we saw a dolphin on rare occasions," Reilly said. “Now every time we go into the ocean, we seem to see multiple schools of dolphins.”
During the patrol, a radio alert came in, reporting shark sightings near Fire Island.
“That’s where most of the sharks are seen, by people actually catching them because they are not up on the surface most of the time,” he said.
Scott said to prevent risky shark interactions, avoid swimming in murky waters and in areas where there are schools of menhaden and seals in the water because sharks might be feeding. Don’t swim during dusk, dawn, and nighttime, when sharks feed the most. Swim in groups so sharks don’t misidentify humans as prey.
“When people go to the beach...the chances of them getting into a car accident on their way to the beach is more likely than the chances of actually seeing or interacting with a shark when they’re at the beach,” said Quevedo. “So, my two cents here is to use caution.” | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Shark-sightings-get-more-common-at-New-York-17338553.php | 2022-07-29T18:11:55Z | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Shark-sightings-get-more-common-at-New-York-17338553.php | false |
NEW YORK (AP) — Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video, saying that his behavior was “unacceptable” and that he had reached out to the comedian to discuss the incident but was told Rock wasn't ready.
“There is no part of me that thinks that was the right way to behave in that moment,” Smith said in the under-six minute video posted online Friday. “I am deeply remorseful and I’m trying to be remorseful without being ashamed of myself.” To Rock, he said: “I’m here whenever you’re ready to talk.”
Smith, seated in a polo shirt and white ball cap, spoke directly to a camera, answering pre-selected questions about his behavior at the March 27 Academy Awards, when he slapped presenter Rock after the comedian made a reference about the hairstyle of Jada Pinkett Smith, Smith's wife.
Smith also apologized to Rock's family and especially his mother, Rosalie, who was horrified to see her son hurt and told US Weekly that, "When he slapped Chris, he slapped all of us. He really slapped me.” Smith also apologized to Tony Rock, Chris' younger brother.
“I didn't realize how many people got hurt in that moment,” Smith said.
Smith also apologized to his family “for the heat that I brought on all of us” and his fellow Oscar nominees to have “stolen and tarnished your moment.” He mentioned Questlove by name; it was the musician-director's documentary win for “Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)” that was interrupted by the slap. Rock was on stage to present the documentary award.
Smith also said his wife did nothing to encourage his slap. “Jada had nothing to do with it," he said. “I made a choice on my own.” Pinkett Smith has said that she has alopecia areata, a hair-loss disorder.
Following the altercation, the motion picture academy banned Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years. Smith apologized to Rock in a statement after the Oscars, saying he was “out of line and I was wrong.”
“I'm sorry really isn't sufficient,” Smith said in the video, adding that he is hurting because he hasn't lived up to fans' impressions. “Disappointing people is my central trauma.”
Many had speculated that Smith would appear on camera to discuss the slap first on Pinkett Smith's online series “Red Table Talk," but he chose to do it in a social media video post without any follow-up questions or surprise queries.
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CyberFuels, Inc., a division of EncounterCare Solutions, ECSL, announced today that it has signed a Letter of Intent with an international energy company that has a new patented process for producing Green Hydrogen. This relationship will work in conjunction with CyberFuels current distribution of its own proprietary alternative fuels and additives that already help to decarbonize the atmosphere. The Letter of Intent calls for the first prototype of the commercial units to be placed at the new CyberFuels Gateway Terminal in Tampa, Florida. Details on the contract will be further provided after the close of the deal.
John Lawrence, President of CyberFuels, Inc. stated "Climate change and cleaner air is what everyone is talking about today. The EV discussions are nice, but they have their own inherent environmental issues. Maybe the problem is not the Internal Combustion engine, but rather what fuel is being burned in today's engine. That is where CyberFuels comes in. We currently have fuels that are advantageous to the environment, and we are extremely excited to have this Green Hydrogen technology housed in our new Green Terminal looking forward to the next generation." The purchase of the new Cyberfuels Gateway Terminal in Tampa Florida is expected to close in August and permitting will begin immediately thereafter with construction to follow.
Green Hydrogen is important to the growth and vision of CyberFuels' plans of providing sustainable zero GHG emissions eFuels. An added feature of the new patented process for production of hydrogen is that it uses municipal solid waste and a process similar to fast pyrolysis which produces Green Hydrogen at a substantially lower cost than traditional methods of production. Today, 96% of Hydrogen comes from Steam Methane Reformation and 4% from electrolysis. Both methods are very expensive. Having the Hydrogen hub at the CyberFuels Terminal will allow the company to have back up hydrogen power for the terminal's energy needs, which will also include utilizing solar power as a power source. As part of the relationship, hydrogen will be sold at a very attractive price to be used as fuel. Next, Green Hydrogen is also an important component of Green Methanol, which is an important component of our eFuels solution for combustion engines of today. Mr. Lawrence further added, "CyberFuels has been developing its Green eFuels for 8 years, and the proprietary additive makes Green Methanol eFuels not only an important tool in the effort to decarbonize transportation, but also a timely alternative to help reduce fuel prices while at the same time helping to improve the environment."
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England v Germany Euro 2022 final a defining moment for the sport – Jill Scott
Jill Scott says it will be a “very defining moment for the sport” when England take on Germany in Sunday’s Euro 2022 final.
The contest takes place at a sold-out Wembley as the Lionesses bid to claim the first major trophy in their history.
Their last appearance in a major tournament final was at Euro 2009 in Finland, where they were beaten 6-2 by Germany to finish as runners-up for a second time.
Midfielder Scott, who was part of the team that day and is at her eighth tournament with England this summer, said: “I think it’s a very defining moment.
“I think there’s been lots of things along the way that have happened that have kind of progressed the sport.
“It’s hard when you’re in it because you are just logically thinking about the next game, meetings, training sessions, we don’t really see all the noise from the outside – but the things that we have heard have been very positive.
“We are very happy to be there on Sunday, I think the best two teams have made the final, which is great, and I think it is going to be a very defining moment for the sport.”
I think it’s been an incredible journey so far, we've ticked a lot of boxes and hopefully there’s one big tick left to do.
The 35-year-old described the difference between 2009 and now, referring to things like attendances and professionalisation, as being “like night and day”, and said: “We don’t want to forget everybody that came before and wore the shirt, because that’s why we’re here today.
“It’s going to be a great moment – even thinking about it, I think my voice goes a little bit. We just have to try to remain logical, and it’s one more game to go out there and achieve our dreams.”
Scott added: “We said before we really wanted to inspire the nation, to do everyone proud, our families, our friends, we wanted to grow more opportunities for youngsters, more opportunities for women who want to work in football, we wanted to get the sport the respect it deserves. I think we’ve ticked all of those boxes.
“I think it’s been an incredible journey so far, we’ve ticked a lot of boxes and hopefully there’s one big tick left to do.”
When asked what it would mean for women’s football in England if Sarina Wiegman’s side win on Sunday, Scott said: “I think it will be a game-changer. I think this tournament has already done that, but we know that extra step on Sunday could really make a big difference.
“I’d be lying if I said it doesn’t cross your mind, winning it, because you’re going to Wembley and it probably crosses my mind 50 times a day. But suddenly you think ‘we’ve got training, we’ve got to focus on the task in hand’, and it’s going to be such a difficult game.
“Germany are always such tough opposition and we will give them the utmost respect – but you can’t help but dare to dream a little bit.”
As well as the 2009 loss, Scott was also part of the England sides beaten in the semi-finals at their last three major tournaments, moments she says “do really hurt, and do motivate you”.
The former Manchester City player – who has made three substitute appearances at this Euros, has 160 England caps in total, and also played at two Olympics – was asked if Sunday’s was the game to go out on.
And she said: “I said going into this tournament I was going to give absolutely everything I could to first and foremost make the squad – I’ve spoken about how talented the group is and it was going to be a task in itself to get here – and then just give absolutely everything I can every single day to be a good team-mate and try to push the team.
“That’s taken a lot of energy in the past three months, and then, I think…I don’t know. The answer is I actually don’t know.
“I’m going to see what this week looks like, and then next week there’ll probably be some conversations to be had, and then make a decision from there.”
Scott is currently without a club after leaving City this summer at the end of her contract.
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For the first time in 20 years, the US dollar is as strong as the euro. There are pros and cons to this news that can affect US businesses.
“When the dollar is increasing its value, foreigners find it harder to buy US products because they’ll have to pay more,” said Kishore Kulkarni, a professor of economics.
Because the dollar is as strong as the euro, that means your dollar is going to go a little bit further when you visit Europe. However, on a bigger scale, the euro being just as strong as the dollar can affect American exports.
“So, our exports get affected a great deal,” Kulkarni said. “We don’t export to the rest of the world, but the EU and UK are big importers of us. Our purchase of European goods is pretty significant. Now that our dollar value is much higher, we don't mind being more European goods. The cars, for example, the perfume, the groceries, everything we buy from Europe is going to be cheaper – 20% cheaper."
When it comes down to it, it’s even affecting small businesses. The European Market and Deli located in Denver primarily sells European products.
"We see a lot of increase in prices of flour and a lot of other products we use in the store,” said Kristiyan Mirkov, the owner of European Market. “Some products are over 200% more expensive; a bag of flour was $8 to $9 dollars and it's $20 to $25. I don't think the dollar is strong. I think the euro is weak with everything going on with COVID and the war in Russia cause Europe relies on Russian gas."
Businesses that import European products can see slight savings in the actual products, but transportation and shipping are still expensive.
"Distributors are increasing their prices,” Mirkov said. “And we are a little bit further on the chain, so if we want to stay open, we have to increase prices as well."
While the euro’s value decreasing is a little beneficial, businesses like Mirkov's are still hurting when it comes to the cost of shipping because of fuel.
According to economists, fuel prices and the euro are directly connected. The European Union moved to wean itself off Russian oil.
"Crude oil has messed up the gasoline prices,” Kulkarni said. “In fact, some EU countries are considering having a ration on gasoline and that is a serious business. That's why the euro has gone down equal to one dollar."
Small businesses like the European Market will see more of a savings when the euro can be brought back up, because the war in Ukraine is affecting fuel costs.
"We don't import directly, and we work with US-based distributors,” Mirkov said. “The transport price got expensive for them, and you know it got more expensive for us as well." | https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/national/the-euro-impact-on-small-businesses | 2022-07-29T18:17:02Z | https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/national/the-euro-impact-on-small-businesses | false |
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Eight unlicensed contractors were arrested in Manatee County during a two-day sting, the sheriff’s office said.
Deputies said that the operation addressed unlicensed contractors working without the required contractor licenses and engaging in construction class work without the required workers’ compensation exemptions.
The men were charged with failing to obtain workers’ compensation coverage and unlicensed contracting.
They include:
- Albert Alvarez of Thonotosassa.
- Ryan Bogos of Sarasota.
- Thomas Yannotti of Ellenton.
- Julian Guchak of Northport.
- Jeffery Tenpenny of St. Petersburg.
- Luis Pineiro of Bradenton.
- Daniel Rotar of Northport.
- Jamey Darnell of Sarasota.
Residents looking to hire a contractor should verify proper licensing and proof of insurance.
Deputies said that you should always ask to see a contractor’s credentials, references from customers and never agree to pay the full amount for services upfront.
Anyone who believes that someone is operating as an unlicensed contractor should call the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office at 941-747-3011. | https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/manatee-county/8-unlicensed-contractors-arrested-in-manatee-county-deputies-say/ | 2022-07-29T18:20:14Z | https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/manatee-county/8-unlicensed-contractors-arrested-in-manatee-county-deputies-say/ | false |
SWAT situation has Ranlo road shut down
Multiple law enforcement agencies were at the area of East Street and Lowell Road Friday afternoon.
Published: Jul. 29, 2022 at 2:00 PM EDT|Updated: 18 minutes ago
RANLO, N.C. (WBTV) - A SWAT situation is underway in Ranlo.
Multiple law enforcement agencies were at the area of East Street and Lowell Road Friday afternoon.
Lowell Road is blocked by officers and the area should be avoided.
This is a developing situation.
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Blinken says he had ‘frank’ discussion with Russian foreign minister in first call since Ukraine war began
By Jennifer Hansler, CNN
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday, the top US diplomat said at a press conference.
He said it was “a frank and direct conversation.” This is the first time the two have spoken since Russia invaded Ukraine in late February.
“I pressed the Kremlin to accept the substantial proposal that we put forth on the release of Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner,” Blinken said.
That proposal includes an offer to swap convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, CNN reported earlier this week.
Blinken said he also discussed the expectation that the deal to allow Ukrainian grain to transit safely through the Black Sea be implemented.
“We’re looking to see that move forward as soon as possible,” Blinken said Friday.
He also stressed that the “world will not recognize annexations” and “will impose additional significant costs on Russia if it moves forward with its plans.”
This story is breaking and will be updated.
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City of Mandan announces new holiday lights attraction on Main Street.
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You can learn a lot about our environment just by following scientists and researchers into the forest for a few hours.
“We’ll start here in block two,” Kevin Evans said, pointing to a map of projects at Darmouth’s Second College Grant in northern New Hampshire. “We’ll look at the control a little bit.”
Tony D’Amato took us and a couple researchers from other countries to sites where they are testing practices to enhance forest resilience.
“We’re basically at the location for one of the 11 installations of what's known as the Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change experiment,” Tony D’Amato, a professor of forestry and director of the forestry program at the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont, said.
D’Amato is leading the project with the help of other stakeholders. The project is federally funded through the Northeastern State Research Cooperative.
This particular project is 400 acres, broken up into 25-acre sections. The first area is the control.
“We’re really just observing how does climate change affect the forest,” D’Amato said.
The second is focused on resistance. This is maintaining the current forest as it is by improving defenses against things like disease. And the third is managing for resilience.
“One way is to diversify the species,” D’Amato said. “Trying to have that diversity of species that when there is a stress event, they can respond.”
The fourth is transition, which uses assisted migration. This is a process where they take plants from other environments and put them in this ecosystem.
“We’re taking tree species that, if they could walk, might say hey my climate is now 50 miles north. I’m going to go there and now exist there,” D’Amato explained. “That includes sometimes planting species that aren't currently here that we know are likely to be better adapted to future climates.”
They’ve planted red oak, white pine, and Bigtooth aspen which may not seem like a big deal to you, but D’Amato said this is the most controversial part of the project. The goal is to introduce these species to certain areas to see how they might help the overall ecosystem. Not to let them completely take over.
“It might be 100 years before oak would get here but climate is changing so much faster, so the idea is can we get more of the species here now,” he said.
“Forests are on the move. In fact, everything that’s alive is on the move to get out of the heat right now,” Dr. Ari Bernstein, a pediatrician and director of the Center for Climate, Health, and Global Environment at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, said.
He said as forests change, it could have an impact on everything from allergies to diseases to water supply and fire danger.
“We know that the movement of forests and all the species in them has direct consequences for people because in those forests live creatures that matter to infections we might get. A good example here in the Northeast is Lyme Disease,” Berstein said. “The experiment in New Hampshire is really important to look at because it reflects the kind of choices we are making already and will increasingly have to make.”
D’Amato said the purpose of this project is not to re-engineer entire forests.
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Judge suspended for opioid case comments, sexual allegations
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A judicial oversight panel has suspended a Tennessee judge for the rest of his term, citing two very different types of indiscretion in handling cases.
In one, his out-of-court comments were deemed improper enough to void a prominent ruling he made against an opioid company. In the other, a judicial oversight panel found he had an inappropriate sexual relationship with a married woman with an adoption case before him.
The unusual two-count suspension came down from the Tennessee Board of Judicial Conduct, which this week found that Judge Jonathan Lee Young had mishandled both cases. An appeals court disqualified him from the opioid case, voiding his default judgment that would have sent the case directly to trial over how much to award the plaintiffs in damages. In the other case, he didn't recuse himself and ruled that the husband could adopt one of his wife's children.
Young's 30-day suspension begins Tuesday and his term ends Aug. 31 after losing his Republican primary election in May. The judicial board will hand over the case to Tennessee's Board of Professional Responsibility, which oversees attorneys, for possible further action.
A voicemail left with Young's office seeking comment was not immediately returned.
Penny White, a University of Tennessee law school professor who specializes in judicial ethics, said the case illustrates that “a judge is a judge 24-7."
“Fortunately, it's rare for an investigation of a judge to get this far, and it's certainly rare to have this serious of allegations with regard to the sexual misconduct, and it's certainly rare to have discipline the result of which is you don't get to serve out your term of office,” White said.
Since 2014, Young has served on the bench in the 13th Judicial District, which includes Clay, Cumberland, DeKalb, Overton, Pickett, Putnam and White counties.
In the case various local governments filed against Endo Pharmaceuticals, Young told Law360 in February that it was the “the worst case of document hiding” he had ever run into, likening it to a John Grisham movie.
His comments came after he made an oral default judgment ruling against Endo, but before he issued a written decision later that month. In April, the Tennessee Court of Appeals removed him from the case and overturned the order, noting the judge's further commentary about the case on a Facebook page partly devoted to his reelection.
The judicial conduct board said Young then posted more on social media and did more media interviews about the case after the appellate ruling. According to the board, Young wrote to the board in May that he had a constitutional right to his speech to news outlets and on social media.
Young's disqualification resulted in a different outcome than a similar lawsuit by other Tennessee local governments. There, another judge likewise found Endo was liable without holding a civil trial, ruling that there was a “coordinated strategy” by the company and its attorneys to delay proceedings, deprive plaintiffs of information and interfere with the administration of justice. The company settled that case for $35 million to prevent heading to a jury trial over the damage.
In the other infraction cited against Young, the board wrote about claims that Young initiated communications with a woman in an adoption case filed in his court in March, in which he requested explicit photos and then met with her multiple times outside of court, including at a hotel where they had sex in April.
The board's ruling says Young gave the woman advice on an unrelated custody matter in another court in his district, including how to get the judge disqualified.
When her husband learned about the relationship, he confronted the judge, the board wrote. The judge didn't recuse himself and allowed the the husband to adopt one of his wife's children, according to the order.
The board concluded that affidavits, the hotel receipt and text messages between the judge and the woman corroborate the allegations.
The board had previously reprimanded Young in 2020, saying he admitted to sending inappropriate messages to women on social media platforms from 2015 to 2020 that ranged “from flirtatious to overtly sexual,” most of them depicting him in his judicial robe.
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This story corrects that Young's suspension begins Tuesday, not Saturday. | https://news.yahoo.com/judge-suspended-opioid-case-comments-170900847.html | 2022-07-29T18:26:23Z | https://news.yahoo.com/judge-suspended-opioid-case-comments-170900847.html | true |
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has said the Premier League is popular in Nigeria because of former players like Nwankwo Kanu and Jay-Jay Okocha.
Apart from Kanu and Okocha, former Norwich City's Efan Ekoku, who became the first African to score a hat-trick in the division, Daniel Amokachi, who spent two seasons at Everton between 1994 and 1996, Celestine Babayaro, who joined Chelsea in 1997 as the club's record teenage signing, are some of the big Nigerian names that have featured in the Premier League.
"The Premier League is very big in Nigeria because of players like Kanu, Okocha, Yakubu [Ayegbeni], [Joseph] Yobo, [Peter] Odemwingie, and many others who all played here," Awoniyi told BBC Sport Africa.
"Many people pick their clubs depending on where a Nigerian is playing or which teams the family likes. We all grew up watching it and loved it, and it is actually a dream come true to know that millions will be watching me now.
"I want to give my best all the time and, by God's grace, it will help us achieve our goals."
Awoniyi, 24, scored 20 goals in 43 games across all competitions last season for Union Berlin before he joined Forest for a club-record fee in June, and now believes his transfer will influence Nigerians to start supporting his new team.
"Our fans love to watch and support Nigerians playing in the Premier League, and I believe some of them will try to create a Nottingham Forest fanbase, too," he added.
"I know Nigerians like some clubs already, but when you have one of their own and play attractive football, you will automatically get them on your side.
"I believe they will support us, and of course, I have my friends and family who were already waiting for me to play in England. It will be an exciting one for them."
Awoniyi, who scored 15 goals in 31 league games last season, also explained the challenges he has faced before.
"I've been through a lot in my career to get here, and I know it's not everyone that will get to fulfill their life ambition," he concluded.
"I am here now and I know there will be another young player in Africa who will be dreaming of playing on this stage.
"The hard work starts now, and I can't wait to get started."
After the transfer to Forest, Awoniyi joins other Super Eagles stars including Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City, Frank Onyeka of Brentford, Southampton’s Joe Aribo and Alex Iwobi of Everton. | https://www.goal.com/en-tza/news/awoniyi-premier-league-big-in-nigeria-because-of-kanu-okocha-and-/blt9bb6c355047a2320 | 2022-07-29T18:27:01Z | https://www.goal.com/en-tza/news/awoniyi-premier-league-big-in-nigeria-because-of-kanu-okocha-and-/blt9bb6c355047a2320 | true |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Barack Obama ‘s presidential portrait will be unveiled at the White House in a September ceremony hosted by his former No. 2, President Joe Biden.
Portraits of the former president and Michelle Obama will be presented in the East Room, as is traditional, on Sept. 7, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Thursday.
“That’ll be very exciting,” Jean-Pierre said.
It will mark the first time the former first lady has returned to the White House since her husband left office in January 2017. The former president previously returned in April to mark the 12th anniversary of his signature health care law — and spent more than four hours meeting with Biden and greeting White House staff.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will host the Obamas for the occasion. As with previous such ceremonies, the artists and details about the artwork won’t be released until the day of the ceremony.
The private and nonprofit White House Historical Association has arranged portraits of recent presidents and first ladies since 1965, when it negotiated acquiring a portrait of former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter unveiled the official White House portraits of former President Gerald Ford and former first lady Betty Ford in an East Room ceremony.
Carter later asked not to have a ceremony, according to the association, but most other former first couples have had one in their years since leaving office. The Obamas hosted the May 2012 unveiling of the portraits of former President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush.
“I think it’s fair to say that every president is acutely aware that we are just temporary residents — we’re renters here,” Obama said then, of the White House. “We’re charged with the upkeep until our lease runs out. But we also leave a piece of ourselves in this place.”
Bush said he was honored and joked, “I am also pleased, Mr. President, that when you are wandering these halls as you wrestle with tough decisions, you will now be able to gaze at this portrait and ask, what would George do?”
The White House portraits won’t be the Obamas’ first in Washington. They attended the unveiling of their portraits at the National Portrait Gallery in 2018. Obama joked then that artist Kehinde Wiley cheerfully ignored his suggestions for that likeness to feature “less gray hair” and “smaller ears.”
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This story has been updated to correct the name of the former first lady whose portrait was unveiled in 2012. It was Laura Bush, not Barbara Bush. | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national/obama-white-house-portrait-to-be-unveiled-at-sept-7-event/ | 2022-07-29T18:28:09Z | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national/obama-white-house-portrait-to-be-unveiled-at-sept-7-event/ | false |
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“When the dollar is increasing its value, foreigners find it harder to buy US products because they’ll have to pay more,” said Kishore Kulkarni, a professor of economics.
Because the dollar is as strong as the euro, that means your dollar is going to go a little bit further when you visit Europe. However, on a bigger scale, the euro being just as strong as the dollar can affect American exports.
“So, our exports get affected a great deal,” Kulkarni said. “We don’t export to the rest of the world, but the EU and UK are big importers of us. Our purchase of European goods is pretty significant. Now that our dollar value is much higher, we don't mind being more European goods. The cars, for example, the perfume, the groceries, everything we buy from Europe is going to be cheaper – 20% cheaper."
When it comes down to it, it’s even affecting small businesses. The European Market and Deli located in Denver primarily sells European products.
"We see a lot of increase in prices of flour and a lot of other products we use in the store,” said Kristiyan Mirkov, the owner of European Market. “Some products are over 200% more expensive; a bag of flour was $8 to $9 dollars and it's $20 to $25. I don't think the dollar is strong. I think the euro is weak with everything going on with COVID and the war in Russia cause Europe relies on Russian gas."
Businesses that import European products can see slight savings in the actual products, but transportation and shipping are still expensive.
"Distributors are increasing their prices,” Mirkov said. “And we are a little bit further on the chain, so if we want to stay open, we have to increase prices as well."
While the euro’s value decreasing is a little beneficial, businesses like Mirkov's are still hurting when it comes to the cost of shipping because of fuel.
According to economists, fuel prices and the euro are directly connected. The European Union moved to wean itself off Russian oil.
"Crude oil has messed up the gasoline prices,” Kulkarni said. “In fact, some EU countries are considering having a ration on gasoline and that is a serious business. That's why the euro has gone down equal to one dollar."
Small businesses like the European Market will see more of a savings when the euro can be brought back up, because the war in Ukraine is affecting fuel costs.
"We don't import directly, and we work with US-based distributors,” Mirkov said. “The transport price got expensive for them, and you know it got more expensive for us as well." | https://www.lex18.com/news/national/the-euro-impact-on-small-businesses | 2022-07-29T18:28:18Z | https://www.lex18.com/news/national/the-euro-impact-on-small-businesses | false |
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Which baby bath products do I need?
Bathing your newborn is one of the things that makes new parents the most nervous. Once you have all the essentials and a little experience though, bath time can become a rewarding bonding moment with your new baby.
What to know before you buy baby bath products
By this point, you are probably stocked up on baby wipes and diapers. You might even have your favorite baby blanket and pair of pajamas, but without experience bathing your newborn, you might feel like you’re in over your head. The first step? Don’t overthink it. Keep it simple.
Baby bathtub
Your baby will need their own bathtub and bath mat. If there is something most new parents forget to purchase, it’s a rinsing cup. Don’t forget this essential bathtime item. Having one will make your job a whole lot easier.
Baby soap
You’ll want to use soaps, shampoos and cleansers made specifically for a baby’s delicate skin. Harsh soaps and cleansers can be bad for anyone’s skin, but they can be especially harsh for an infant. If you want more information, take a look at the buying guide for baby shampoos on BestReviews.
Baby towels
Finally, you can turn your attention to what you’ll need after the bath. Make sure you have a soft towel to dry off the baby with. You may want to consider keeping plenty of washcloths on hand for any touch ups needed in between bath times as well.
Best baby bath tubs
Boon Soak 3-Stage Baby Bath Tub
This baby bathtub has a unique contoured shape for ultimate comfort and offers three different positions to use as your baby grows from a newborn to a toddler. Ensuring your baby’s water temperature is always perfect is a breeze with the color-changing plug that monitors the temperature at all times.
Where to buy: Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Sling ’n Seat Bath Tub
This top-of-the-line bathtub adapts to your baby’s size. It begins by forming a supportive and womb-like mesh cradle and can morph into a toddler-sized tub that has room for bath playtime. This bath set includes a squeeze bottle and scoop, so you can safely and easily rinse your baby in a fun way.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Once your little one has graduated from the baby bath at around five months, this bath seat with a high backrest and sturdy design is the next step. This will allow your little one to clean and play safely in a standard adult-sized bathtub.
Where to buy: Amazon
Best baby towel wraps
Elegant Baby Lambie Bath Wrap Towel
Keep your baby warm and cozy after their bath with an adorable and comfortable 100% terry velour lamb bath wrap. While the hood has an adorable lamb face and hanging tail to make for wildly adorable photos, the water absorbency and wicking ability makes this wrap great for keeping your baby warm and dry.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Just Born Geometric Print Hooded Bath Towel
Wrapping your baby up in this hooded bath towel will leave your baby all smiles and can make for a great bonding moment after bath time. Made with 100% cotton, this is ideal for keeping your baby’s freshly cleaned skin incredibly soft.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Best baby bath accessories
Frida Baby Control the Flow Bath Rinser
Make bath time just a little simpler and with a few less tears by using this bath pitcher with a 2-in-1 design for newborns to toddlers. This PVC handheld rinser offers a rain-like flow for newborns and a faster flow for toddlers. It has the ability to keep water off of their face and out of their eyes, no matter how fast the water flows.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby and Bed Bath & Beyond
Leachco Safer Bather Infant Bath Pad in Frog Pond
Designed to create a gentle and safe bathing experience, this bath pad is shaped to comfortably cradle your baby while in the bath and keep water and soap out of their little ears and eyes. This also doubles as a nursing pillow that supports nursing moms by taking pressure off of the arms, shoulders and back.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby and Bed Bath & Beyond
Best baby bath toys
Munchkin Arctic Floating Bath Game
Keep your baby entertained during bath time with a floating bath game that can be played as a stacking toy or ring toss. This toy includes a floating bear and four fish rings, which allows your child to build hand-eye coordination and fine-tune motor skills while splashing around getting clean each day.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Sassy 3-Pack Squeezies Bath Toys
Distract your little one from hair washing with squeezie bath toys that allow them to get a feel for new textures while getting clean. The textural cups squirt water in different patterns when squeezed and can be mixed and matched with other pieces to create new color groups for visual stimulation.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Best soothing baby bath products
Johnson’s 7-Piece Bath Discovery Baby Gift Set
This set is free of all dyes, parabens and sulfates. It includes everything one could need for bath time with seven hypoallergenic essentials, including body lotion for sensitive skin, baby lotion to nourish and moisturize skin for 24 hours, Head to Toe Wash to gently cleanse delicate skin and balance pH and tear-free baby shampoo.
Where to buy: Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Soothing Bath Packs
This lotion has been created from a natural oat extract and is a pediatrician-recommended formula for babies with sensitive skin. The shampoo and wash cleanses without drying out the skin, and it’s allergy-tested and soap-free, while keeping your baby’s skin soft and healthy.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
dapple Calming Baby Bubble Bath in Lavender and Jasmine
Clean, relax and play with this calming bubble bath made from a non-toxic, hypoallergenic and tear-free solution that has been formulated without parabens, sulfates or mineral oil. The relaxing jasmine and lavender scent creates a tub full of bubbles to help make bath time up a notch.
Where to buy: Buy Buy Baby, Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland man was arrested earlier this week after police said he assaulted his pregnant partner. Alfred Arzaga, 21, has been charged with assault of a pregnant woman.
According to an affidavit, on July 26, officers with the Midland Police Department responded to a home to investigate after a woman called 911 to ask for help. Dispatch said the call was disconnected midway through and that the phone went unanswered when operators tried to call back.
When officers arrived at the apartment building, they found a woman crying; she reportedly told investigators that Arzaga punched her in the head and the stomach while she was holding her baby. The woman, who is 19 weeks pregnant, was then checked by paramedics because she was concerned about belly pain.
While the woman was with paramedics, officers spoke with Arzaga who said he and the victim had gotten into an argument over the television remote. He claimed he never got physical with his partner and stated she was the one who assaulted him. He said he had video of the incident, but investigators stated Arzaga only started recording once the victim had locked herself in the bathroom.
Officers then spoke with the victim again and she explained that she and Arzaga began arguing and that things escalated when he pushed her and hit her head against the wall. She reportedly had bruises on her arms, legs, and head from where Arzaga hit her. She also said Arzaga choked her, but ultimately, she said she didn’t want to press charges against him. However, officers said the State would press charges on her behalf.
Arzaga was arrested and taken to the Midland County Detention Center where he was later released on an unknown bond. | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/midlander-charged-with-assaulting-pregnant-woman-2/ | 2022-07-29T18:39:25Z | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/midlander-charged-with-assaulting-pregnant-woman-2/ | true |
Ex-IAS officer’s book chronicles corruption at high places
Bengaluru July 29, 2022 23:47 ISTV. Balasubramanian worked under different CMs in a career spanning 36 years
A book by former civil servant V. Balasubramanian, who served during the tenure of different Chief Ministers of Karnataka, seeks to expose corruption in different governments and chronicles the fall in credibility in all branches of the government and the media.
The author of Fall From Grace: Memoir of a Rebel IAS Officer, retired as an additional chief secretary after spending over 35 years of service in Karnataka and at the Centre.
Accepted norm
Mr Balasubramanian, who joined service in 1965, narrates how corruption at high places - both in politics and in judiciary - has become the accepted norm which does not attract social ostracism. He records instances of “fall from grace” of political leadership and bureaucracy in the last five decades.
In the 407-page book, he narrates his experience of working under different CMs such as Veerendra Patil, Devaraj Urs, Gundu Rao and Ramakrishna Heggade.
"While all the CMs in Karnataka had been dependent upon Excise and PWD contractors in varying degrees to fund elections, including Devaraj Urs, Veerendra Patil, and Ramakrishna Heggade, they had nevertheless given comparatively clean administration," he notes.
The author terms ex-Chief Minister S. Bangarappa’s period as the “the golden age of corruption in Karnataka” and states that his “innovation was democratic decentralization of corruption in which every department was given a target” and that some IAS officers “treated it as an honour to be chosen to strengthen the hands of the CM.”
The author calls himself a ‘Rebel IAS Officer’ and in the work brings out a ring-side view of many administrative decisions taken during different CMs and chief secretaries of the State. The author says Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was “quite affectionate towards officers” and more “humane than even Supreme Court judges” while dealing with the officers when he was CM.
Political incorrectness
Talking of ex-Chief Minister J.H. Patel, Mr. Balasubramanian explains his “knack” for saying politically incorrect things. When women staged a protest during the Miss World contest in Bengaluru, Mr. Patel had infamously said, “Only ugly ones are protesting. All the pretty ones are telling me they support the beauty contest.”
The book explored the shortcomings in the S.M. Krishna government and the author says that "the misrule of SMK for five years resulted in the BJP emerging as the largest party in the Assembly elections in 2004."
Retired in 2001, Mr. Balasubramanian served as the Chairman of Task Force for Prevention of Land Grabbing in Karnataka and exposed encroachment of lands by people in high offices. When the government refused to print his report "Greed and Connivance'', he published and distributed it at his own cost. Before bidding adieu to public service in 2013, the author was hauled up by the Privileges Committee of the Karnataka Legislature for contempt. But it was dropped owing to media criticism.
The book published by Delhi-based Authors Press will be released on July 30 by Karnataka High Court's former judge Nagamohan Das at IAS Auditorium, Infantry Road, Bengaluru.
Shorter and long tenures
In Chapter 18 of the book, the author points out that after 1956, the State had 20 CMs in 64 years with an average tenure of three years. The average tenure of 18 CMs was just 30 months. This was in contrast to Tamil Nadu which from 1956 to 2020 had just seven CMs, an average of nine years each. | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/ex-ias-officers-book-chronicles-corruption-at-high-places/article65698669.ece/amp/ | 2022-07-29T18:41:19Z | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/ex-ias-officers-book-chronicles-corruption-at-high-places/article65698669.ece/amp/ | true |
Supply chain issues seem to have an impact on nearly every sector – even beloved candy confectioners like Hershey.
Hershey, which makes popular sweet treats including Almond Joy, Reese’s, Kit Kat, Heath and Jolly Rancher, has experienced higher-than-average demand for many of its products so far this year – bittersweet news for the company, as executives on Thursday said the outsized demand means shelves will be more bare than normal come Halloween, Christmas and other winter holidays.
“Seasonal consumer engagement is expected to remain high, and we expect high single digit sales growth for both our Halloween and Holiday seasons,” CEO Michele Buck said in prepared remarks discussing the company’s second quarter results. “Despite this strong growth, we will not be able to fully meet consumer demand due to capacity constraints.”
There are a number of reasons why Halloween shelves might be emptier than usual this year, not least of which being the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, which Buck said has created “some scarcity and issue with ingredients,” namely cocoa and edible oils, as was reported by Reuters.
Buck also said more recent developments, like Russia’s additional restrictions on natural gas for much of the European Union, will impact operations in countries like Germany, where Hershey and a number of its suppliers get both equipment and products.
As the majority of both seasonal and everyday products are produced on the same line at Hershey, the company has sought to “balance production over the past several months to improve everyday on-shelf availability and build seasonal inventory at the same time,” Buck said.
“As we head into next year with healthier inventory levels and more capacity, we believe we will be well positioned to meet consumer demand across our everyday and seasonal portfolios,” she added.
Hershey has also been monitoring consumer spending habits in the wake of rising inflation, executives said, noting that grocery spending has remained strong – particularly for “snacks and confection products.”
Shoppers have largely focused more on non-discretionary items like groceries as inflation makes them more selective – a change that arrived much faster than major retailers had anticipated.
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.
Hershey executives on Thursday said the company is “working closely with our retail partners” to account for inflation when pricing its goods, and said the company is “committed to making sure our products remain an affordable treat.” Around 20% of Hershey products will continue to be sold at or under $2, with potential changes or additional offerings to be implemented in the future.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2022/07/29/hershey-candy-halloween-holiday-unlikely-to-meet-consumer-demand | 2022-07-29T18:44:47Z | https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2022/07/29/hershey-candy-halloween-holiday-unlikely-to-meet-consumer-demand | true |
Loved ones of 26-year-old Joelill “Jaylill” Foy remember him as a father with a golden voice.
"Don’t need a microphone, don’t need a beat, he can sing, sing, sing, all day,” Foy’s cousin Jessica Curry said fondly.
Philadelphia police said Foy was sitting on the front steps of his home on Sigel Street in South Philadelphia just before 7 p.m. when a gunman walked up and opened fire.
Foy was struck in the neck, investigators said, and he died at the hospital a short time later. The gunman fired at least seven shots.
For more info, visit NBC Philadelphia.com | https://www.phillytrib.com/member-of-philly-music-group-shot-dead-outside-home/article_d6c013c7-649e-5b34-8bd4-45e91e9c8449.html | 2022-07-29T18:49:56Z | https://www.phillytrib.com/member-of-philly-music-group-shot-dead-outside-home/article_d6c013c7-649e-5b34-8bd4-45e91e9c8449.html | false |
NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana has dropped its case against a Black man whose severe beating before his arrest in 2019 led to criminal charges and lawsuits against a state trooper.
A traffic violation and charges of resisting an officer had been hanging over Aaron Bowman for two years. Court documents show the Louisiana Attorney General’s office moved to dismiss the charges against Bowman on Monday, citing “insufficient evidence to support prosecution” and “credibility issues” with the officers who arrested him.
Former state trooper Jacob Brown faces a federal charge of violating Bowman's civil rights in connection with the beating in May 2019. He has pleaded not guilty. A trial date of March 20 was set Tuesday.
The federal indictment accuses Brown of beating Bowman with a flashlight that had a “tactical cap” designed to break glass.
Video and police records show Bowman was struck 18 times with a flashlight in 24 seconds. Records show it happened when he pulled into the driveway of his home in Monroe after police tried to pull him over for improper lane usage. He was not immediately taken into custody after the beating, but was arrested on a warrant issued a few days later.
The Attorney General’s Office took over prosecution of the charges against Bowman after his attorneys asked a court to recuse the local prosecutor, 4th Judicial District Attorney Robert Tew.
Bowman is suing state police and multiple Ouachita Parish agencies in civil court.
In the federal criminal case, Brown is charged with “deprivation of rights under color of law."
Bowman's case came to light as scrutiny of the Louisiana State Police intensified amid allegations of use of excessive force and racism.
The U.S. Justice Department last month announced a sweeping civil rights investigation of the agency amid mounting evidence of a pattern of looking away from beatings of mostly Black men, including the 2019 arrest of Ronald Greene, who died in custody after being beaten following a chase.
The announcement followed an Associated Press investigation that found at least a dozen cases over the past decade in which state police troopers or their bosses ignored or concealed evidence of beatings, deflected blame and impeded efforts to root out misconduct. Dozens of current and former troopers said the beatings were countenanced by a culture of impunity, nepotism and, in some cases, outright racism. | https://www.phillytrib.com/news/across_america/beating-victim-cleared-as-louisiana-trooper-awaits-trial/article_9f9ae626-3187-592e-bce8-5e08a73d5650.html | 2022-07-29T18:50:08Z | https://www.phillytrib.com/news/across_america/beating-victim-cleared-as-louisiana-trooper-awaits-trial/article_9f9ae626-3187-592e-bce8-5e08a73d5650.html | true |
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA welcomes Joseph Pelfrey as deputy director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center – and shares his inspirational story:
For Joseph Pelfrey, growing up in Cheraw, South Carolina, was idyllic. Most of his family lived in or near the town of less than 6,000, so large gatherings were common. He also enjoyed outdoor activities and spending time with friends.
"In a community where most everyone knows you, it was easy to have lots of people in your corner," said Pelfrey, who in April was named deputy director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. "As I grew older, I found I wanted more than my small town could offer, which led to the next steps in my journey."
One of those people in Pelfrey's corner was a high school math teacher, Gladys Sweeney. She ensured that Pelfrey was accountable for his educational development and recognized that he was capable of more. She and his parents helped him apply to the South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Math in Hartsville, a two-year residential high school focused on advanced science, technology, engineering, and math education for the top 1% of students in the state.
"I left home at 16 and finished my high school years forming a great foundation that would take me to Auburn University to major in aerospace engineering," Pelfrey said. "The governor's school was also the place I met my future wife, Nicole."
Pelfrey joined Marshall as a civil servant in 2004, following several roles in industry and he went on to hold multiple leadership positions in engineering and project offices. Those roles helped prepare him for the challenge of being Marshall's deputy director, a job in which he assists in leading the center's nearly 7,000 civil service and contractor employees while overseeing an annual budget of approximately $4 billion.
"Our team is incredible," Pelfrey said. "In all my roles, I've been surrounded with great teammates who demonstrate a level of innovation and commitment beyond expectations. NASA's mission affords us an opportunity to do some incredibly challenging things and it's been fun to watch our teams, both government and industry, advance our exploration goals.
"I've also had the opportunity to grow, developing my own leadership style and continuously looking for ways to improve. Through these opportunities, I have developed a leadership philosophy rooted in five attributes: shared accountability, challenge the status quo, stay curious, practice transparency, and be mission focused."
Pelfrey also helps guide Marshall's portfolio of human spaceflight, science, and technology development efforts. He had the opportunity to contribute to all three areas in his previous role as manager of Marshall's Human Exploration Development & Operations Office. The office oversees Marshall's work in human exploration and transportation projects; habitation systems; payload and mission operations and integration; and International Space Station payload, facility, and environmental control and life support systems.
"NASA's work in low-earth orbit has spurred a growing space enterprise and a desire to explore even further," Pelfrey said. "There are still many frontiers to pursue and it's exciting to think of all the incredible things waiting to be discovered."
When it comes time to "unplug" and step away from work, Pelfrey makes family time a priority. That includes camping, swimming, Auburn football weekends, and cruises. He also serves in his church and enjoys helping others. His personal time is usually spent on projects around the house, hunting, or working on his project car – a 1958 Austin Healey Sprite.
Obstacles are part of the territory when it comes to science and space exploration. Pelfrey acknowledges that hurdles lie ahead, but he remains undaunted in his quest to help Marshall and NASA achieve their missions throughout the cosmos.
"Marshall is adapting and will need to continue adapting to new operating models to solve challenges of the future," he said. "We will need to focus our pursuits to capture new ideas, missions, and partnership opportunities."
"We have many great things to look forward to, delivering on current commitments and formulating new opportunities to expand our portfolio. Marshall will meet its strategic goals while serving a key role in meeting those of the agency."
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TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran on Friday raised the death toll from landsides and flash floods this week across the country to at least 53, including those killed in a mudslide in the capital of Tehran the previous day, state TV reported.
More than 30 people died in two villages, northwest and northeast of Tehran, after the monsoon dumped heavy rains that triggered mudslides there, the report said. Almost two dozen people died in eight other provinces and 21 out of Iran's 31 provinces were affected by the heavy rains.
There were fears the death toll could rise even further as at least 16 people remained missing and more bodies were being uncovered after the rains abated. The report said military personnel had joined rescue efforts and were helping transfer thousands from remote areas to safer places.
Last Saturday, flash floods in Iran’s drought-stricken southern Fars province killed at least 22 people and affected about a dozen villages in the province.
This week's storm is the deadliest among Iran's rain-related incidents in the last decade. In 2019, a flashflood killed at least 21 people in the southern city of Shiraz, and two years earlier, a similar storm claimed 48 lives in northwestern Iran.
However, mudslides in northern Iran in 2001 and in Tehran in 1987 killed 500 and 300 people, respectively.
Before Thursday’s mudslide, authorities had warned residents of Tehran’s mountainous areas about heavy rains and possible floods. More heavy rains were expected in the coming days.
Authorities have blamed the high death toll on a wide disregard of safety measures by people who venture out in the storms while critics cite mismanagement in construction projects as well as late warnings as other causes. | https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Iran-raises-death-toll-from-mudslides-floods-to-17338700.php | 2022-07-29T18:54:44Z | https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Iran-raises-death-toll-from-mudslides-floods-to-17338700.php | true |
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Day" game were:
8-6-9-5, WB: 6
(eight, six, nine, five; WB: six)
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Day" game were:
8-6-9-5, WB: 6
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SPRING, Texas (KIAH) — A 7-year-old boy missing Thursday morning has been found dead inside a washing machine in Spring, Texas, authorities said.
Troy Khoeler was missing for over two hours before he was found, police said.
“We are sad to report the missing 7-year-old we posted on earlier in the 4400 block of Rosegate has been found deceased,” Harris County Constable Mark Herman said Thursday on Twitter: “We ask for everyone’s prayers for the family.”
Police said they didn’t know how the boy got inside the washing machine or the circumstances surrounding his death.
According to early reports, the constable’s office said he disappeared in northeast Harris County.
Herman had said on Twitter that the boy was last seen wearing a blue shirt and pants and had a “small afro hairstyle.”
Authorities said later Thursday that the boy was in foster care and the foster parents were questioned, but as of Friday morning, no arrests had been made and no charges had been filed.
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the investigation is ongoing. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing-7-year-old-texas-boy-found-dead-inside-washing-machine/ | 2022-07-29T18:57:38Z | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing-7-year-old-texas-boy-found-dead-inside-washing-machine/ | false |
MADRID (AP) — Prosecutors in Spain said Friday they would ask a court to sentence Colombian pop star Shakira to eight years and two months in prison, if she is convicted in her expected trial for alleged tax fraud.
Shakira, whose full name is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, is charged with failing to pay the Spanish government 14.5 million euros ($15 million) in taxes between 2012 and 2014. The prosecutors said they would also seek a fine of 24 million euros ($24 million).
The indictment details six charges against Shakira. The singer this week rejected a settlement deal offered by prosecutors, opting to go to trial instead. A trial date has yet to be set.
Her publicists in London said in a statement Friday that Shakira “has always cooperated and abided by the law, demonstrating impeccable conduct as an individual and a taxpayer.” The publicists accused the Spanish Tax Agency of violating her rights.
Shakira’s Spanish public relations team said earlier this week that the artist has deposited the amount she is said to owe, including 3 million euros in interest.
Prosecutors in Barcelona have alleged the Grammy winner spent more than half of each year between 2012 and 2014 in Spain and should have paid taxes in the country.
Shakira recently ended an 11-year-long relationship with FC Barcelona star Gerard Piqué, with whom she has two children. The family used to live in Barcelona. | https://www.wivb.com/entertainment-news/spain-prosecutors-to-seek-8-year-prison-term-for-shakira/ | 2022-07-29T18:58:44Z | https://www.wivb.com/entertainment-news/spain-prosecutors-to-seek-8-year-prison-term-for-shakira/ | true |
By GREG BEACHAM
AP Sports Writer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pac-12 Commissioner George Kliavkoff said his conference is far from finished, despite the defections of Southern California and UCLA.
Kliavkoff confirmed the Pac-12 is actively exploring expansion and lobbed several feisty jabs at the Big 12 during an eventful opening speech at his conference’s football media day Friday — likely its last in the nation’s second-largest media market.
While painting a promising picture of the league’s future even after USC and UCLA leave for the Big Ten in 2024, Kliavkoff said the Pac-12 intends to keep its current members while entertaining new additions.
The commissioner also acknowledged frustration with the upheaval created by the defections, saying he had spent the past month “trying to defend against grenades being lobbed in from every corner of the Big 12 trying to destabilize our conference.”
Kliavkoff responded to Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark’s recent declaration that his league was “open for business” in expansion by suggesting that those moves could include Big 12 schools coming his way, instead of the opposite assumption.
“With respect to the Big 12 being open for business, I appreciate that,” Kliavkoff said. “We haven’t decided whether we’re going shopping there or not.”
The Pac-12 has lost its Los Angeles flagships after nearly a century of history, and Kliavkoff acknowledged the widespread speculation about the long-term health of his comparatively underfunded West Coast conference. The commissioner insisted the Pac-12 will have a stronger base after its new media rights deal, and that footing could lead to expansion.
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas A&M fans and students can rejoice as Rally House introduces a new store in College Station, directly across from this historic university. Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing carries an enormous assortment of Aggies apparel, headwear, and much more. Customers will also find an array of other college and pro teams in stock, plus an incredible selection of local Texas merch that draws inspiration from the famous state.
Rally House is thrilled to continue its role as a dependable outlet for team gear and localized products throughout Texas, now in this booming college town. "We're super excited to open a new store here in College Station," says District Manager Stefanie Blowers. "We are eager to be in the Aggie excitement, located right across the street from the campus. And we can't wait to show all the fans in the area the many other teams we have to offer!"
Fans will be blown away by the store's extensive selection of Texas A&M gear. Still, this location also provides merchandise for the Cowboys, Texans, Texas Tech Raiders, Longhorns, and various other organizations. Additionally, patrons can count on quality products since this store stocks well-known brand names such as Nike, Mitchell & Ness, and New Era.
Texas stands out for a handful of reasons, including its many recognizable businesses and themes. Thankfully, Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing offers a massive local section with apparel and gifts to flaunt that hometown pride. Customers will find products for topics and businesses like Don't Mess with Texas, Lone Star Beer, Whataburger, and more.
Each visit to Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing will be a joy, as the store delivers excellent customer service and a fun shopping environment. There's also an immense assortment of products available online at www.rallyhouse.com, with shipping options to any state.
For current store news and updates, visit www.rallyhouse.com/rally-house-texas-avenue-crossing or follow the store on Facebook (@RallyTexasAveCrossing) and Instagram (@rallytexasavecrossing).
Rally House and Sampler Stores Inc. is a family-owned specialty boutique that offers a large selection of apparel, hats, gifts and home décor representing local NCAA, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and MLS teams in addition to locally inspired apparel, gifts and food. Proudly based in Lenexa, Kansas, Rally House operates 100+ locations across 13 states.
CONTACT:
Stefanie Blowers, District Manager
sblowers@rallyhouse.com
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Anaheim Ducks are close to signing John Klingberg, the top defenseman on the NHL free agent market, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday because the Ducks and Klingberg haven't finalized every detail of the deal to bring the offensive-minded Swede from Dallas to Orange County.
Klingberg has spent his entire NHL career with the Stars, racking up 71 goals and 303 assists in eight seasons as one of the league's better offensive defensemen. He had six goals and 41 assists for Dallas last season, although he was a career-worst minus-28.
Klingberg's offensive skills and shot-blocking capability would give a boost to the Ducks, who could also use his right-handed shot and puck movement on the power play. Klingberg scored 20 points while Dallas had the man advantage last season, and he has 148 career points on the power play.
Klingberg, who turns 30 next month, had been seeking a long-term contract in free agency as the league’s top available defenseman, but nothing apparently materialized.
His arrival will be another part of a fairly major roster makeover for Anaheim since Pat Verbeek took over as general manager during last season. Verbeek traded longtime Ducks defensemen Hampus Lindholm and Josh Manson near the trade deadline after determining he didn't want to sign the pending free agents to long-term deals, but he had hoped to sign a veteran defenseman to boost the group led by Cam Fowler.
Anaheim has missed the playoffs in four consecutive seasons, but the Ducks appear to be primed for improvement in the fall. Verbeek signed center Ryan Strome and right wing Frank Vatrano in free agency to play alongside Anaheim's talented young core, which includes gifted forwards Trevor Zegras and Troy Terry and defenseman Jamie Drysdale.
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Neil Patrick Harris plays a gay New Yorker whose long-term relationship abruptly ends. While it's tempting to criticize Uncoupled for being superficial, that would be missing the point — and the fun.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Missouri Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were:
5-1-2
(five, one, two)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Missouri Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were:
5-1-2
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PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Vessels off the East Coast must slow down more often to help save a vanishing species of whale from extinction, the federal government said Friday.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration made the announcement via new proposed rules designed to prevent ships colliding with North Atlantic right whales. Vessel strikes and entanglement in fishing gear are the two biggest threats to the giant animals, which number less than 340 and are falling in population.
Efforts to save the whales have long focused on fishing gear, especially that used by East Coast lobster fishermen. The proposed vessel speed rules signal that the government wants the shipping industry to take more responsibility.
“Changes to the existing vessel speed regulation are essential to stabilize the ongoing right whale population decline and prevent the species’ extinction,” state the proposed rules, which are slated to be published in the federal register.
The new rules would expand seasonal slow zones off the East Coast that require mariners to slow down to 10 knots (19 kilometers per hour). They would also require more vessels to comply with the rules by expanding the size classes that must slow down. The rules also state that NOAA would create a framework to implement mandatory speed restrictions when whales are known to be present outside the seasonal slow zones.
Federal authorities spent a few years reviewing the speed regulations used to protect the whales. The shipping rules have long focused on a patchwork of slow zones that require mariners to slow down for whales. Some of the zones are mandatory, while others are voluntary.
Environmental groups have made the case that many boats don’t comply with the speed restrictions and that the rules need to be tighter. Environmental organization Oceana released a report in 2021 that said noncompliance was as high as nearly 90% in voluntary zones and was also dangerously low in the mandatory ones.
“The government is proposing a significant improvement in protections for North Atlantic right whales today, which are constantly at risk from speeding vessels,” said Gib Brogan, a campaign director at Oceana. “It’s no secret that speeding vessels are rampant throughout North Atlantic right whales’ migration route, all along the East Coast.”
Many members of the shipping industry were keenly aware the new speed rules were on the way. The London-based International Chamber of Shipping, which represents more than 80% of the world merchant fleet, has been working with the International Maritime Organization and other stakeholders to better protect the right whales, said Chris Waddington, the chamber’s technical director.
The chamber’s members are used to complying with speed limits in whale zones, he said.
“The shipping industry takes the protection of whales seriously and has undertaken measures to safeguard them, from engaging stakeholders to reducing speed and rerouting,” Waddington said. “There is always more that can be done, and that is why we are working with the IMO and conservationists on reviewing maritime guidelines.”
The whales were once numerous off the East Coast, but their populations plummeted due to commercial whaling generations ago. Although they’ve been protected under the Endangered Species Act for decades, they’ve been slow to recover.
More than 50 of the whales were struck by ships between spring 1999 and spring 2018, NOAA records state. Scientists have said in recent years that warming ocean temperatures are causing the whales to stray out of protected areas and into shipping lanes in search of food.
Environmentalists have said that’s a good reason to tighten protections. The proposed shipping rules will be subject to a public comment process before they can become law.
“This proposal is a step in the right direction, but it won’t help a single right whale until it’s actually finalized,” said Kristen Monsell, an attorney for environmental group Center for Biological Diversity.
The whales give birth off the coast of Georgia and Florida and head north to feed off of New England and Canada. They’re popular with whale watching tours that leave from places such as Provincetown, Massachusetts, and Portland, Maine, in the summer.
Members of New England’s lobster fishing industry have made the case that too many rules designed to save the whales focus on fishing and not on vessel strikes. Some characterized the new vessel speed rules as overdue.
Fishermen are unfairly being held accountable for whale deaths that occur due to vessel strikes, said Patrice McCarron, executive director of the Maine Lobstermen’s Association, which is the largest fishing industry association on the East Coast.
“This is putting a tremendous amount of pressure on the lobster industry to continue to alter our fishery to account for right whale deaths not connected to the lobster fishery,” McCarron said. | https://www.wivb.com/news/u-s-headlines/ships-must-slow-down-more-often-to-save-whales-feds-say/ | 2022-07-29T19:02:52Z | https://www.wivb.com/news/u-s-headlines/ships-must-slow-down-more-often-to-save-whales-feds-say/ | true |
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Germany’s foreign minister on Friday criticized Turkey for disputing the sovereignty of Greek islands near its coastline and urged Greece to make sure it stamps out any illegal pushbacks of people at the border.
Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock was meeting Friday with officials in Greece and Turkey. The two NATO neighbors have been at odds for decades over sea boundaries, related drilling rights and the war-divided island of Cyprus, disputes that have brought them to the brink of war on several occasions. “Yes, many questions of international law are complicated, but some are also very simple. Greek islands ‒ Lesbos, Chios, Rhodes and many, many others ‒ are Greek territory, and no one has the right to raise questions over that,” Baerbock told reporters after talks in Athens with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias. Turkish officials says the sovereignty of eastern Greek islands can be disputed if it keeps a military presence there in violation of its treaty commitments. Athens disputes that view and has accused Turkey of carrying out frequent military overflights at its islands in the eastern Aegean Sea.
Baerbock, who travels to Turkey later Friday, suggested that NATO members should concentrate their efforts on supporting Ukraine, and singled out Russian President Vladimir Putin for his country’s aggression. “For me, it is clear that we must solve conflicts between NATO partners in dialogue. Disputes in the ranks of the alliance are exactly what the Russian president wants, so that will be my message in Istanbul this afternoon as well,” she said. “That includes respecting each other’s sovereignty.”
Baerbock, who visited a refugee camp near Athens on Thursday, said EU countries needed to do more ensure that the right to apply for asylum was upheld at the bloc’s external borders. Human rights groups say Greece is not properly processing many migrants and asylum-seekers trying to reach the EU, including illegally pushing back from the border some who are trying to cross.
“We must uphold the values on which the European Union was built,″ she said. ”We … must do more to ensure that people are safe and that there are no human rights violations at the border, and for me this includes illegal pushbacks. We are not there yet.”
___ Moulson reported from Berlin.
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Which Iams cat food is best?
You want to feed your cat the very best, so you’ve probably come across Iams as healthy and affordable cat food. Because there are multiple formulas and types, you may be wondering which is best.
The best Iams cat food provides the nutrients your cat needs based on its age, physical condition and taste preferences. For a cat-approved food that supports a healthy weight and reduces hairballs, Iams Proactive Health Adult Indoor Weight & Hairball Care is the best.
What to know before you buy Iams cat food
Texture
Iams makes both wet and dry cat food. The best texture often comes down to your cat’s preference.
- Dry: Many pet owners start with dry food because it makes less mess and can be easier if your cat likes to graze throughout the day.
- Wet: Wet food is easier to chew and digest, ideal if your cat has trouble with its teeth or jaws. Some pet owners give their cat pate or chunky wet food as an occasional treat or on top of their dry food.
Size
Larger packages can be less expensive as long as your cat will eat all of the food. If you are trying out new food, start with a smaller package, such as 3.5 pounds. Once you’re sure your cat will not have a reaction and likes the food, larger bags are usually cheaper per ounce. Just make sure you can store it in an airtight container to prevent it from getting stale.
Formula
Iams formulas are made with protein as the first, and therefore largest, ingredient. This works well for cats, who are carnivores in the wild. Fat, carbohydrates and fiber are also important components included for your cat’s health, along with vitamins and minerals. Each formula comes with specific feeding recommendations based on weight.
What to look for in quality Iams cat food
Protein
For most cats, high-protein cat food is the best source of energy. Chicken, turkey and salmon are common protein sources because of their tasty appeal to cats. Eggs are often included as another source of protein.
Added nutrients
Look for Iams cat food with nutrients that help your cat’s systems. These can be vitamins and minerals to support their age and development, such as added antioxidants and fiber for older cats or nutrients and prebiotics that mimic mother’s milk for kittens.
Specialized needs
Iams is known for having reliable cat food that targets your cat’s dietary needs. The Proactive Health line combines common nutritional needs, such as the correct ratio of protein, fat and carbohydrate, with specialized formulas, such as a lower pH to support urinary health. The Long Hair Care formula works for cats whose coats require extra attention by keeping their skin healthy and reducing hairballs.
How much you can expect to spend on Iams cat food
Iams cat food costs $10-$40. Larger sizes run higher initially, but often end up less expensive per pound.
Iams cat food FAQ
What is the healthiest food for cats?
A. Along with a high level of protein — especially if your cat is young and active — vitamins and nutrients that support a healthy immune system are also important. Look for cat food that includes amino acids to support a healthy coat and skin. If your cat has specialized health issues, you can find formulas made to help with hairballs, vision loss, weight loss and urinary health.
Is Iams safe for my cat?
A. Iams has been making cat food for over 70 years and has a strong quality-control process to make sure its food is safe. Every formula lists its ingredients so you can check for potential allergens or sensitivities. You can also look up recalls, making sure the product is OK for your cat to eat.
What is the best Iams cat food to buy?
Top Iams cat food
Iams Proactive Health Adult Indoor Weight and Hairball Care
What you need to know: This dry cat food helps keep your cat’s weight in check and prevents hairballs.
What you’ll love: This is one of the best cat foods, period, and the top seller from Iams. The fiber included reduces hairballs while protein from chicken, turkey and egg maintain a healthy weight. It also includes the amino acid L-carnitine to convert fat to energy as well as help with heart health.
What you should consider: It doesn’t target specific health requirements of kittens or older cats.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Iams cat food for the money
Iams Proactive Health Healthy Senior
What you need to know: This dry food supports the unique needs of older cats to reduce costly vet visits.
What you’ll love: Vitamin E and antioxidants help with the immune system, one of the biggest vulnerabilities for senior cats. The texture works to clean your cat’s teeth, resulting in fewer professional cleanings. If you buy two bags, Iams will even cover the cost of a checkup for your cat.
What you should consider: If your cat has trouble with its teeth or gums, the hard kibble may be difficult to chew.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Iams Perfect Portions Healthy Adult Chicken Recipe Pate
What you need to know: Each portion is a single serving, so you never need to worry about storing leftovers.
What you’ll love: The wet pate texture is popular with cats and the easy-open container can be taken on trips or used in your home for a treat. The first ingredient and main protein source is chicken. It also includes taurine for healthy vision and omega-3 fatty acids for your cat’s skin and coat.
What you should consider: These individual servings are expensive as your cat’s daily food.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Launched in 2021, startup vidby has AI-powered software that translates and dubs videos in 70 languages. But since the second day of the Ukraine war, founder and Kyiv native Alexander Konovalov has been using it to help the defense effort in a unique way. Specifically, he translates videos for Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in 20 to 30 languages.
“Like any citizen, I want to help defend my country,” says Konavalov, who is based in Switzerland, where he moved from Kyiv three years ago. He’s also been doing everything he can to help his 15 employees who are in Ukraine now (or were until recently).
Konovalov initially started translating videos on his own, pretty much every day, sending them to journalists and public relations firms. More recently, he’s been working directly with Zelensky and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and only translating specific videos at their request. Most are about 10 minutes long, although one featured an approximately two-hour interview with Olena Zelenska, Ukraine’s first lady. He’s worked on about 75 videos in all.
Evacuations and Bombing Attacks
The company helped evacuate three employees around the start of the war to nearby European countries and is in the process of working with two more. (They’re all women with children). Since then, some have returned to their homes.
Some employees’ homes have been destroyed in bombing attacks. The company’s Chief Technical Officer, for example, is from Kharkiv and his house was destroyed in heavy bombing early on. “He has nowhere to go back to,” says Konovalov. A designer from Kremenchuk, who lived 200 meters from a shopping mall bombed in June, is getting ready to evacuate to another country this week or next.
Air Raid Interruptions
In March, operations pretty much shut down, but Konovalov got things up and running a month later. He’s paid employees their salaries throughout and created a flexible work schedule, allowing people to work at different times during the day and evening. “We’ve been able to develop a process that works for everyone,” he says.
Nonetheless, it’s not easy. Conference calls are frequently interrupted by air raid sirens. When that happens, employees excuse themselves and head for a bomb shelter, returning to their desks when they can. “It’s part of every day life,” says Konovalov. “And being able to focus on work helps distract them from the dangers they face.” Developers, who are mostly in Kyiv and Liviv, often work from bomb shelters.
They also volunteer with the war effort. His CTO volunteers with army on weekends, for example, helping to weave protective nets for trenches.
A Big Pivot
In 2013, before launching vidby, Konovalov started a company called Technology Improves the World. That business focused on consumers, with Droid Translator, a video call service offering automatic real-time voice-to-voice translation. In 2021, he decided to pivot in a big way and target businesses, taking three months to develop a minimum viable product and another three to launch officially. The platform uses AI to translate and dub videos. There’s also an option to use real people to correct errors in the results of the automatic speech recognition function.
Konovalov also regards his company’s mission as having a larger societal purpose—helping users understand content in their own language and “preserve the linguistic diversity of humankind,” he says. | https://www.forbes.com/sites/annefield/2022/07/29/ukraine-startup-translates-videos-for-zelensky-while-adjusting-to-work-in-a-war-zone/ | 2022-07-29T19:05:00Z | https://www.forbes.com/sites/annefield/2022/07/29/ukraine-startup-translates-videos-for-zelensky-while-adjusting-to-work-in-a-war-zone/ | true |
Which Harry Potter games are best?
There’s undoubtedly a palpable camaraderie between two Harry Potter fans when they meet for the first time. Even today, it’s abundantly clear that the undying love fans have for Harry Potter hasn’t waned in recent years. Whether you’re a hardcore fanatic yourself or know a fellow Potterhead, there are plenty of ways that you can enjoy the Harry Potter universe beyond the books and movies.
In our muggle-based world, you’ll find a variety of Harry Potter themed games available from various retailers and specialty shops today. Regardless of which Potterverse game you choose to play, each one will allow players to relive their favorite moments from the books and films, while other games will immerse players in a virtual game of quidditch or scavenger hunt.
What to consider before buying a Harry Potter game
Puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles are known to be a great way to relax and relieve stress, making it easier for you to focus on tasks better. So why not expand your knowledge on the magical world of Harry Potter while having a bit of fun exercising your brain? Relive the wondrous magic of Hogwarts and Wizardry for the first time all over again as you piece together each one. Some puzzles can be built into a 3D design, whereas others can be assembled into an illustrative 2D image once completed.
Video games
Different video games will feature a variety of gameplay types that vary from free-roaming exploration and interchangeable perspectives like third and first person. Depending on which gaming system you’re playing on, different commands and cheat codes will work differently. RPG game experiences will greatly vary from action-level-based games. Mini-games are also another way for fans to walk through some of their favorite canonical moments that may have not been explicitly featured in the film and book respectively.
Board games
You’re bound to find a new addition to your family game night lineup when you take a look at the available Harry Potter themed board games. Players can easily explore the wizarding world through customized sets based on different iterations of childhood classics like Scrabble, Clue, Trivial Pursuit and Monopoly. Other themed board games will follow a structured narrative that players they can play along with as they collect clues.
Card games
Many Harry Potter themed playing cards will allow you to play as Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley and Neville Longbottom as they defend Hogwarts against the wizarding world’s biggest villains. Based on game rules, dice rolls and number of players during a given round and tokens your game playing experience can vary from easy to difficult.
Playsets
Enchant any Harry Potter fan when you give them a magically fun building set that any series’ lover can use to recreate their favorite scene featuring their favorite characters. Different set backdrops can be switched out to change the location of the adorable mini figurines. Regardless of age, playsets are suitable for young witches and wizards of every kind that want to enjoy new Harry Potter adventures.
Kits
Fans of all ages can recreate and cast their very own spells and build custom wands with unique electronic kits that are programmable. Other kits come with different wizarding artifacts that can be combined together to create real-life potions, in-universe recipes and detailed special edition 3D models.
The best Harry Potter games
Top trivia game
Hasbro Gaming Trivial Pursuit: Wizarding World Harry Potter Edition
Based on plenty of your favorite Harry Potter moments, players can test their knowledge on the wizarding world by answering over 600 questions in this compact and portable card game. No board is required to play. Its wedge-shaped case is easy to carry around and allows players to play anywhere and explore topics that range from the dark arts, Hogwarts, spells and potions, magical tokens, wizardry, the muggle world and so much more.
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Top strategy game
Pressman Harry Potter Magical Beasts Game
Explore the secret rooms and corridors of Hogwarts castle as you compete with other players and collect clues that help find magical creatures. This unique swinging board game allows you to explore the wizard school inside and out, as you capture a variety of magical beasts, while users apply strategy and deductive reasoning to best other players. Be careful because as opponents move throughout Hogwarts grounds, they can find themselves in treacherous areas that may cost players their clues and precious time.
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Top guessing game
Paladone Harry Potter Who Is It Guessing Game
For diehard fans looking for a unique game item that’s guaranteed to excite anyone who is a lover of pop culture and Harry Potter, this is the perfect themed gift to give to Potterheads of all ages. Opponents will ask a series of yes and no questions that hint at which Harry Potter character each player has chosen from a list of over seventy-two characters. Cards need to be flipped in front of each player face down and discover different characters as the game progresses.
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Top board game
Ravensburger Harry Potter Labyrinth Family Board Game
Play with the whole family with this fun and challenging board game that features 34 maze cards, 24 treasure cards, four playing pieces and game instructions. Play in rounds of 20-30 minutes as each competitor attempts to find the shortest route to the end of the labyrinth. Find hidden characters like Harry, Ron, Hermione, Professor Dumbledore, Hagrid and Harry’s owl Hedwig along the way.
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Top Quidditch-themed game
Harry Potter Catch The Golden Snitch: A Quidditch Board Game
Whether you fancy yourself as a witch, wizard or muggle, learn to watch out for flying bludgers and capture the golden snitch in this fast-paced Quidditch-themed board game. Players will be caught by the element of surprise each time the golden snitch hits the board and everyone has to scramble to strategize how to catch it. A pair of chaser cards lets each player steal another one’s card set, but if players understand the art of Quaffle beforehand, they can play another round.
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Top word game
CODENAMES: Harry Potter Board Game
Become a member of the Order of the Phoenix as you navigate picture clues and word puzzles with Death Eaters right behind you. Friends and family can all try to locate secret agents that are concealed within different grids that can only be opened by use of Harry Potter references. One-word clues will help guide guessers through 200 code cards, 100 double-sided key cards, 16 Order of the Phoenix cards, one Death Eater cover card and 11 time-turner tokens as they try to navigate their way through the wizarding world.
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Top chess-themed game
Bring your love of Harry Potter straight to your living room with this whimsical chess set. Made from 100% plastic, each piece is crafted in painstaking detail to resemble the exact miniature recreations of the Wizard Chess Set featured in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” The board measures 18.5 x 18.5 inches and includes 32 chess pieces with two drawstring pouches.
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Best LEGO game
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets Building Kit
Improve your puzzle solving abilities and challenge yourself when you sift through the 1,176-piece LEGO playset that will enchant any fan of the film or books. Ten different minifigures based on the likeness of your favorite characters such as Harry Potter, Ginny Weasley, Tom Riddle, Colin Creevey, Luna Lovegood, Albus Dumbledore and Nearly Headless Nick can all be assembled with a bit of creativity and determination by fans of any age. Different feature packed rooms can also be assembled and added to other sets for some extra fun during playtime.
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Top quiz game
Ultimate Harry Potter Movie Quiz
Amaze all of your friends and family with your knowledge of each Harry Potter film and its trivia. Choose from the houses of Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Gryffindor and Ravenclaw and determine your gameplay destiny from the beginning before answering franchise-themed questions. Players can collect cards from each movie after every right answer until they successfully win all eight.
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Top multiplayer game
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle Defence Against The Dark Arts
Considered to be one of the top gifts you can get a Harry Potter fan no matter how small or big their love for the franchise is. Players can step into the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom and draft cards, while building the ultimate strategy fit for taking down any friend or foe. This game set contains: one practice mat, four House cards, eight House movers, 24 starting cards, 21 Hex cards, 129 Hogwarts cards and five Stun tokens.
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Four police officers have been taken to hospital following a crash involving a police car.
The collision happened on the B940 near Cupar at about 12:20 on Thursday and did not involve any other vehicle.
The four male officers, two aged 26 and two aged 36, were taken by ambulance to Royal Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, and Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. Details of their injuries are not known.
A Police Scotland spokesman said inquiries were being carried out.
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By DYLAN LOVAN and BRUCE SCHREINER
JACKSON, Ky. (AP) — Trapped homeowners swam to safety and others were rescued by boat as record flash flooding killed at least 16 people in eastern Kentucky and swamped entire Appalachian towns, prompting a frenzied search for survivors through some of the poorest communities in America.
Heavy rain continued to pound the region Friday and authorities warned the death toll would likely grow sharply. Some waterways were not expected to crest until Saturday.
It’s the latest in a string of catastrophic deluges that have hammered parts of the U.S. this summer, including St. Louis earlier this week and again on Friday. Scientists warn that climate change is making weather disasters more common.
Water poured down hillsides and into Appalachian valleys and hollows, where it swelled creeks and streams that course through small towns. The torrent engulfed homes and businesses, trashed vehicles and crunched debris against bridges. Mudslides marooned some people on steep slopes.
Rescue teams backed by the National Guard used helicopters and boats to search for the missing but some areas were still inaccessible. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said the death toll was “going to get a lot higher.”
Rachel Patton said floodwaters filled her Floyd County home so quickly that her mother, who is on oxygen, had to be evacuated on a door that was floated across the high water. Patton’s voice faltered as she described their harrowing escape.
“We had to swim out and it was cold. It was over my head so it was, it was scary,” she told WCHS TV.
Beshear told The Associated Press that children were among the victims, and that the death toll could more than double as rescue teams searched stricken areas. The deaths happened in four eastern Kentucky counties, he said.
“There are hundreds of families that have lost everything,” Beshear said. “And many of these families didn’t have much to begin with. And so it hurts even more. But we’re going to be there for them.”
At least 33,000 utility customers were without power and the flooding extended into western Virginia and southern West Virginia, across a region where poverty is endemic.
Extreme rain events have become more common as climate change bakes the planet and alters weather patterns, according to scientists. That’s a growing challenge to government officials during disasters, because models used by forecasters to predict storm impacts are in part based on past events and can’t keep up with increasingly devastating flash floods, hurricanes and heat waves.
A day before the floods hit Appalachia, the National Weather Service had said Wednesday that there was a “slight to moderate risk of flash flooding” across the region for Thursday and Thursday night.
The deluge in Appalachia came two days after record rains around St. Louis dropped more than 12 inches (31 centimeters) in some areas and killed at least two people. Last month, heavy rain falling on mountain snow in Yellowstone National Park triggered historic flooding and the evacuation of more than 10,000 people and ravaged areas of Montana. In both instances, the amount of rain and flooding far exceeded what forecasters predicted.
Emergency crews in Kentucky made close to 50 air rescues and hundreds of water rescues on Thursday, and more people still needed help, Beshear said.
The water was so swift that some people trapped in their homes couldn’t be immediately reached, said Floyd County Judge-Executive Robbie Williams.
Just to the west in hard-hit Perry Count, authorities said some people remained unaccounted for and almost everyone in the area had suffered some sort of damage.
“We’ve still got a lot of searching to do,” said Jerry Stacy, the emergency management director in Perry County. “We still have missing people.”
Determining the number of people unaccounted for is tough with cell service and electricity out across the disaster area, he said: “This is so widespread, it’s a challenge on even local officials to put that number together.”
More than 290 people have sought shelter, Beshear said. He deployed National Guard soldiers to the hardest-hit areas. Three parks set up shelters, and with property damage so extensive, the governor opened an online portal for donations to the victims. President Joe Biden called to express his support for what will be a lengthy recovery effort, Beshear said, predicting it will take more than a year to fully rebuild.
Biden also declared a federal disaster to direct relief money to more than a dozen Kentucky counties, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency appointed an officer to coordinate the recovery. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joined Beshear at a briefing.
“We’re committed to bringing whatever resources are necessary to support the life-saving efforts as well as the ongoing recovery efforts,” Criswell said.
Even the governor had problems reaching the devastation. His initial plans to tour the disaster area on Friday were postponed because conditions at an airport where they planned to land were unsafe. He got a look at the flooding later in the day aboard a helicopter. He tweeted that “the situation is even more devastating to see firsthand” and said it will be “a long road to recovery.”
Beshear said portions of at least 28 state roads in Kentucky are blocked due to flooding or mudslides. Rescue crews also worked in Virginia and West Virginia to reach people in places where roads weren’t passable. Gov. Jim Justice declared a state of emergency for six counties in West Virginia where the flooding downed trees, power outages and blocked roads. Gov. Glenn Youngkin also made an emergency declaration, enabling Virginia to mobilize resources across flooded areas of southwest Virginia.
“With more rainfall forecasted over the next few days, we want to lean forward in providing as many resources possible to assist those affected,” Youngkin said in a statement.
The National Weather Service said another storm front adding misery to flood victims in St. Louis on Friday could bring more thunderstorms to the Appalachians, where flash flooding remained possible through Friday evening in places across the region.
Brandon Bonds, a weather service meteorologist in Jackson, Kentucky, said some places could see more rain Friday afternoon and begin to dry out on Saturday “before things pick back up Sunday and into next week.”
The hardest hit areas of eastern Kentucky received between 8 and 10 1/2 inches (20-27 centimeters) over a 48-hour period ending Thursday, Bonds said. Some areas got more rain overnight, including Martin County, which was pounded with another 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) or so leading to the new flood warning.
The North Fork of the Kentucky River rose to broke records in at least two places. A river gauge recorded 20.9 feet (6.4 meters) in Whitesburg, more than 6 feet (1.8 meters) over the previous record. The river crested at a record 43.47 feet (13.25 meters) in Jackson, Bonds said.
In Whitesburg, Kentucky, floodwaters seeped into Appalshop, an arts and education center renowned for promoting and preserving the region’s history and culture.
“We’re not sure exactly the full damage because we haven’t been able to safely go into the building or really get too close to it,” said Meredith Scalos, its communications director. “We do know that some of our archival materials have flooded out of the building into Whitesburg streets.”
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Contributors include Rebecca Reynolds in Louisville, Kentucky; Timothy D. Easley in Jackson, Kentucky, and Sarah Brumfield in Silver Spring, Maryland. | https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/29/appalachian-flooding-deaths-set-to-climb-more-rain-forecast/ | 2022-07-29T19:12:43Z | https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/29/appalachian-flooding-deaths-set-to-climb-more-rain-forecast/ | true |
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Iowa Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were:
3-8-0
(three, eight, zero)
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Iowa Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were:
3-8-0
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MIAMI (AP) — The board for Florida’s largest school district rescinded a decision made last week that rejected new sex education textbooks for middle and high school students.
The debate over the sex education materials in Miami took place as school districts and boards navigate a new landscape in Florida classrooms over what officials deem appropriate content.
Miami-Dade County has the nation’s fourth-largest public school system, with 334,000 students.
Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed new laws this year that prevent teachers from talking about gender identity and sexual orientation to third graders and younger and limiting how race can be discussed.
Miami-Dade School Board approved the textbooks after Chair Perla Tabares Hantman changed her mind this week, citing the district needs to follow state standards and curriculum requirements.
“It is my duty, my obligation to ensure the proper operation of our school district,” Hantman said. “In spite of my personal beliefs, and I have very strong personal beliefs and principles, I must make sure our district is in compliance.”
The chair added the books are online and content that is not age appropriate is not accessible. She clarified parents are also allowed to opt their children out from lessons on sex education, tasking school officials with making a strong effort to let parents know.
“The rights of the parents will be respected every step of the way,” Hantman said.
“Comprehensive Health Skills,” published by Goodheart-Willcox in Illinois, comes in different versions for middle and high schools, with topics including nutrition, physical activity and sexually transmitted diseases, as required under the district’s units of study for Human Reproduction and Disease Education.
The board first adopted the textbooks in April on a 5-3 vote, but its material was challenged by parents citing the parental rights law signed by DeSantis in March. The new state law, which some critics call the “Don’t say gay” bill, prohibits instruction related to gender identity or sexual orientation in grades K through 3, “or in a manner that is not age appropriate.” Other objections to the text came from anti-vaccine proponents who opposed to references to how vaccinations can prevent viral infections. Others objected to content about contraception and abortion.
In April, the board voted to ask the publisher to remove chapters that cover gender and sexual orientation among other topics. Earlier this month, after coming under public pressure, the board reversed itself and rejected the book. On Thursday, to the surprise of some, the board reversed itself again to accept the text but to maintain a block on access on the more controversial chapters.
Thursday’s vote was the third regarding the textbooks with those members in opposition complaining they were blindsided that the issue was brought again up for vote after they had already agreed on it last week.
“If you support this item, you are not supporting transparency,” said Lubby Navarro, one of the members opposing the textbooks. “The public has a right to have been noticed properly on this matter.”
The school board attorney at the meeting said rescinding last week’s vote was allowed.
Before the vote, Alex Serrano, of the Miami-Dade affiliate of a group called County Citizens Defending Freedom, said the district could set the example for other school systems on developing new curriculum that is appropriate.
His group, he said “strongly believes that from significant parental and community involvement, we can achieve human reproduction and disease education that is age appropriate, scientifically accurate and that complies with all pertinent statutes related to parental rights,” Serrano said.
Community members in attendance were not expecting the change of heart.
Amanda Altman, CEO of Kristi House, a Miami-based nonprofit that helps children suffering from trauma, said she was “pleasantly surprised.” Altman supported the adoption of the textbooks.
“This is why we have school systems, this is evidence-based. Let’s trust in the facts, let’s trust in the system,” Altman told The Associated Press.
Altman said she worried about removing content about gender identity and sexual orientation, although she understood the challenging position the board faces.
“I understand the school board’s concern, but I can also see the detriment for the children, when they face a lot of bullying and backlash for being who they are,” she said. | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/miami-school-board-reverses-itself-approves-sex-ed-textbook/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2022-07-29T19:15:42Z | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/miami-school-board-reverses-itself-approves-sex-ed-textbook/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | true |
SEATTLE — A new luxury fashion shoe brand, Nafari Moda, was developed in Seattle during the pandemic.
"We couldn't go anywhere it was locked down," recalled Nafari Moda co-founder, Maryam Nafari, on how her business started. "So, I started painting on my clothes, tried different things, and then started painting on my shoes."
Founded by Maryam and Kaveh Nafari, Nafari Moda produces decorated Italian leather women's shoes.
"We put a lot of time on that painting, so I want the canvas of that painting to have high quality too," Maryam explained.
There are some painting designs that you can expect from their brand such as Persian King Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, nature, the Milky Way, cubism, or any custom design you like.
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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Jonnu Smith wasn’t looking for a fresh start as much as a place to burnish his reputation as one of the league’s top tight ends when he left the Tennessee Titans and signed with the New England Patriots prior to last season.
He was coming off a career year in Tennessee and was one of the most sought-after names available on the open market. The Patriots were in search of an upgrade at the position and ended up investing $87.5 million dollars to lure both Smith and former Chargers standout Hunter Henry to New England.
The idea was to recreate a version of the Rob Gronkowski-led two-pronged tight end attack the Patriots enjoyed during Tom Brady’s title-filled tenure.
New England got a partial return on its investment in 2021, with Henry recovering from a slow start to post 50 catches for a team- and career-high nine touchdown receptions. Smith struggled to find rhythm and managed 28 catches for 295 yards and a career-low one TD catch.
Smith said Friday that he believes having a full year in the system under his belt will help him in Year 2. Despite the rough season he also hasn’t lost his zeal for the franchise that signed him to a four-year, $50 million deal.
“With experience and time, a lot of things just come more natural,” Smith said. “That’s just life in general. It’s only just my second year here. I know people more and I’m just adapting more. It’s great to be a Patriot.”
After being targeted five or more times in his first seven games in 2021, Smith seemed to struggle at times to adjust to the Patriots’ offensive system.
He was targeted an average of only 1.6 times in the final nine games he played in, relegated to mostly run blocking duties in the second half of the season.
Improving his chemistry with Mac Jones was a priority this offseason and he made it a point to attend a throwing session the quarterback organized in April that included receivers Nelson Agholor and Tre Nixon, along with running back Damien Harris.
“That’s what we had an offseason for,” Smith said. “That’s where that comes, with time. Just learning each other, knowing each other. We all have to continue to be on the same page — wide receivers, tight ends, running backs — whatever it may be. … We all kind of know what we’re thinking in each other’s heads. Just continue to help the team and put us in a better situation for winning.”
One thing that could benefit the entire offense is what players have been describing as a more streamlined offense from top to bottom. The coaching staff has also experimented with placing Smith in different spots during the opening week of camp.
Smith said it’s an example of how he’s willing to adapt in whatever ways he is asked.
“I don’t care where they put me,” he said. “That’s always been my M.O. I’m a team guy and whatever the team needs to win, that’s what I’ll do.”
It’s why he’s not putting extra pressure or expectations on himself.
He’s concentrating instead on what he did to garner the Patriots’ interest in the first place.
“I got here by just loving football. Loving my teammates. Loving the guys around me,” Smith said. “All that stuff just comes with it. We didn’t grow up playing in our backyard thinking about contracts. We just played because we love the game. … Everything else will take care of itself.”
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas A&M fans and students can rejoice as Rally House introduces a new store in College Station, directly across from this historic university. Rally House Texas Avenue Crossing carries an enormous assortment of Aggies apparel, headwear, and much more. Customers will also find an array of other college and pro teams in stock, plus an incredible selection of local Texas merch that draws inspiration from the famous state.
Rally House is thrilled to continue its role as a dependable outlet for team gear and localized products throughout Texas, now in this booming college town. "We're super excited to open a new store here in College Station," says District Manager Stefanie Blowers. "We are eager to be in the Aggie excitement, located right across the street from the campus. And we can't wait to show all the fans in the area the many other teams we have to offer!"
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MEGHAN MCCAIN: Trump and the world's greatest golfers are being paid to turn a blind eye to Saudi Arabia's dirty deeds. When I faced an offer from another Mideast nation I turned it down
Call it the 100-million-dollar Saudi question.
What would you be willing to do -- or ignore -- in return for a massive payday?
For many of America's best-known athletes and a former US president that question has been answered.
Right now, there is a strange spectacle kicking off about 50 miles from Ground Zero, where 2,753 people were killed in the September 11th attack on the World Trade Center.
A tournament for a golf league bankrolled by the government of Saudi Arabia has kicked off at a private club owned by former President Donald Trump.
And while players are teeing off, the families' of 9/11 victims are protesting outside the gates.
Trump has given the Saudi's LIV Golf league his stamp of approval.
Some of the greatest golfers in the world have jumped ship from the PGA Tour and joined LIV Golf – lured by unimaginably huge rewards.
Phil Mickelson, an American golf legend, is raking in a reported $200 million.
He was the first big name to make the move, but you don't need to be as famous as Phil to cash in with LIV.
Trump has given the Saudi's LIV Golf league his stamp of approval
There is a strange spectacle kicking off about 50 miles from Ground Zero, where 2,753 people were killed in the September 11th attack on the World Trade Center. (Above) A ceremony at the National 9/11 Memorial in New York City on September 11, 2021
In a PGA tournament if you don't play well – you don't get paid.
In LIV, you get paid just for showing up. And if you do win, the prizes are astronomical.
First place at the tournament at Trump's Bedminster earns $4 million. Come in 48th place and you still get $120,000.
I've been following the controversy over LIV Golf for some time now, as many players and media personalities tie themselves in knots, performing a bizarre media dance.
At every opportunity, anyone taking a check from Saudi Arabia is pressed to answer a series of difficult questions.
For instance: What do they think about the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Turkey in 2018?
According to a U.S. intelligence report released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence in 2021, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved the operation that resulted in Khashoggi being murdered inside a Saudi embassy and cut to pieces with a bone saw.
Maybe most relevant of all, as the tournament begins in New Jersey: What do they think about growing evidence that individuals linked to the Saudi regime played a role in the planning and execution of the 9/11 attacks?
This gut-wrenching claim is made most forcefully by the families' of 9/11 victims, many of whom are represented by '9/11 Families United.'
In 2021, the Biden administration declassified an FBI report that revealed a closer relationship than had been previously known between two Saudis in particular — including one with diplomatic status — and some of the 9/11 hijackers.
Among other shocking revelations, the evidence shows a Saudi government employee, Omar al-Bayoumi, meet with some of the hijackers prior to the attacks.
According to a U.S. intelligence report released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence in 2021, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (above) approved the operation that resulted in Khashoggi being murdered inside a Saudi embassy and cut to pieces with a bone saw.
(Above) Family members and survivors from the organization 9/11 Justice speak to media as they attend a protest against the Saudi Arabian-funded golf series and its tournament being held at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, U.S., July 29, 2022
Today, Omar al-Bayoumi is living in the Kingdom and receiving a monthly stipend from the government.
Trump was asked about all of this on Thursday and in typical Trump fashion he sidestepped completely.
He told ESPN, 'No one's gotten to the bottom of 9/11, unfortunately,' ignoring the fact that as president for four years he had a golden opportunity to do just that.
To translate the Trump spin, he's saying, 'Can't we all just move on?'
And that is a huge driving force behind this Saudi golf league.
The message they want sent is: Saudi Arabia can't be that bad, if nearly every American golfer, an ex-president and others are onboard with their league.
Now a private US citizen or the US government being in a relationship with an unscrupulous foreign nation is nothing new.
The world is a complicated place. It is every individual's choice how they would respond if they were offered millions of dollars to turn a blind eye to the obvious.
I was given that opportunity once.
Shortly after I left ABC's 'The View,' I was approached to be a representative of the World Cup for Qatar ahead of FIFA's upcoming 2022 tournament.
The soft offer was a lot of money.
Honestly, I considered it for a split second.
Qatar is not Saudi Arabia.
But it is a country with laws that openly discriminate against women, lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender people.
According to Amnesty International, migrant workers face horrific labor abuses and freedom of expression and other human rights have been violated in the run up to the World Cup in November.
That said -- there are some positive things about this Middle Eastern country and no nation is without its problems.
But something about it didn't sit right with me.
Quite frankly, I thought of Hunter Biden being offered weird sums of money from controversial countries with histories of human rights violation.
I also consider myself a strong feminist and ally to persecuted communities.
I thought about all the work that my parents have done fighting for global freedom and democracy.
The work they've done helping people who have been unjustly imprisoned by dictators and evil fascists.
Above all else, I believe in freedom.
I felt if I eventually took that job, it would damage my reputation and compromise my ability to advocate for the causes that I feel passionate about.
(Plus, I also next to nothing about soccer. In fairness to myself, it is rare any American does. I follow a little sport called football.)
Some of the greatest golfers in the world have jumped ship from the PGA Tour and joined LIV Golf – lured by unimaginably huge rewards (Above) Dustin Johnson on the 16th tee during the pro-am prior to the LIV Golf Invitation at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on July 28, 2022
At the end of the day, it just didn't feel ethical. It felt like a money grab. So, I passed on the opportunity.
I am not perfect, but I know who I am and what I believe.
Others have made different decisions and that includes the world's largest countries and corporations.
Despite China holding millions of Uighurs in concentration camps, the communist regime was tapped to host the 2022 Olympics.
American athletes and Olympians from around the world attended the Beijing Games (though they didn't have much of a choice).
NBC didn't have any problem raking in the profits from broadcasting the events.
Nike makes its products in China and the NBA has signed lucrative contacts to broadcast their games in China.
In 2018, the PGA itself signed on to a 20-year, $45 million deal with a Chinese sports management company linked to the Chinese government.
The entire continent of Europe became addicted to Russian oil, and they're now paying the price for that. But Putin was a vicious dictator, long before he invaded Ukraine.
Even President Joe Biden, after vowing to make Saudi Arabia a pariah state for the Crown Prince's alleged role in Khashoggi's murder, did the exact opposite and traveled to Saudi Arabia earlier this month to fist bump the supposed murder mastermind and beg him to sell America more oil.
As I said, it's a complicated world and there's plenty of hypocrisy to go around.
But now, as we watch a former American president teeing off at his golf club, surrounded by wealthy American golfers, giving their approval to a Saudi reputation laundering operation, we can't not wonder: How will their decisions be remembered?
Will their choices be remembered as a betrayal of American values or just another bargain struck in a long line of compromises?
I don't know the answer to that.
But I know what I did.
What would you do?
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The Miami Marlins, who are set to open a three-game series against the visiting New York Mets on Friday night, may have a tired bullpen.
Then again, the Marlins on Friday will start right-hander Sandy Alcantara, who leads the majors in innings pitched (144 1/3).
In other words, Alcantara (9-4, 1.81 ERA) usually gives most of the bullpen the night off, which is a good thing after Miami used six relievers to cover 8 1/3 innings in a wild 7-6 win over the host Cincinnati Reds on Thursday afternoon.
New York was off on Thursday, and the Mets will enter Friday with a well-rested Edwin Diaz, their star closer who is tied for fourth in the majors with 22 saves.
The Mets, who are in first place in the National League East, are set to start Chris Bassitt (7-7, 3.72 ERA) against the Marlins, who are fourth in the division.
Alcantara is a leading candidate to win the NL Cy Young Award. He leads the league in ERA, and he tops everyone in the majors — hitters and pitchers — in wins above replacement (5.5). He has pitched at least six innings in 14 consecutive starts.
Alcantara also has a 1.24 ERA in four July starts. His ERA in 10 home starts this year is 1.66. In three starts against the Mets this season, he is 1-1 with a 2.45 ERA, and in 13 career starts against the Mets, he is 3-5 with a 2.73 ERA.
Bassitt, new to the Mets this year, had never faced the Marlins prior to this season. He is now 1-2 with a 3.66 ERA in three starts vs. the Marlins. In one start at Miami, Bassitt is 1-0 with a 3.86 ERA.
On the road this season, Bassitt has a 4.67 ERA in eight starts. He has a 3.06 ERA in 10 home starts. In three overall July starts, Bassitt owns a 2.33 ERA.
As for the Mets’ bullpen, Diaz has been off since saving a win over the New York Yankees on Tuesday. He should be fresh on Friday as the Mets try to win their fourth straight game.
Diaz has been dominant this year with 81 strikeouts in 40 2/3 innings.
Mets setup reliever Seth Lugo, who has a 3.49 ERA, is trying to get back to his form of 2018 and 2019, when his ERA checked in at 2.66 and then 2.70.
He earned a win on Wednesday with 1 2/3 scoreless innings as the Mets completed a two-game sweep over the Yankees.
Lugo’s curveball was filthy in his latest outing.
“That’s about as sharp as you can be in a high-intensity situation,” Mets manager Buck Showalter said.
Meanwhile, the Marlins, who trailed the Reds 5-4 entering ninth inning on Thursday, got a pinch-hit homer from Jesus Sanchez that sparked a three-run rally.
“He’s a huge talent,” Marlins manager Don Mattingly said of Sanchez, who has 12 homers this season.
Mattingly was pleased that the Marlins went 4-3 on their just-completed road trip.
“We lost seven players to the injured list during this road trip,” Mattingly said. “It was an incredible trip for us to end up on the positive (side).”
Miami, though, will need to be wary this weekend of the Mets’ two biggest hitting stars: first baseman Pete Alonso (26 homers, major-league-high 84 RBIs) and shortstop Francisco Lindor (16 homers, 67 RBIs).
–Field Level Media | https://www.fox16.com/mlb/marlins-ace-sandy-alcantara-opens-series-vs-mets/ | 2022-07-29T19:20:38Z | https://www.fox16.com/mlb/marlins-ace-sandy-alcantara-opens-series-vs-mets/ | false |
In this week’s penultimate playoff edition, we celebrate the return of the bubble, concede the need for a new “list,” and question exactly what was, or was not, in Henrik Stenson’s contract with Ryder Cup Europe.
Made Cut
The bubble is back. It’s been difficult to focus on golf recently so the return of the Tour’s bubble with two weeks remaining in the regular season is a welcome reprieve, thanks to the likes of Webb Simpson.
The veteran has had his worst season on Tour and is mired at No. 125 on the FedExCup points list (see New Math item below). Much of Simpson’s troubles can be attributed to a nagging injury and two months away from the game recovering, but that doesn’t make his predicament or next week’s looming deadline any easier.
It’s why his bogey-free 66 on Day 1 at the Rocket Mortgage Classic was such a boost.
“Overall, just really solid, didn't give myself too many putts where I'm sweating over them for par,” Simpson said. “Super happy with the work I put in last week on my week off and yeah, right where I want to be after Round 1.”
The distractions in pro golf are here to stay, but the competition and the competitors can still provide a respite.
Full-field scores from Rocket Mortgage Classic
Tweet of the week:
Dahmen was responding to a quote from Homa on the eve of the duo’s pairing for the first two rounds at this week’s Rocket Mortgage Classic.
“They say you have to be humbled in this game, so I’ve been humbled. Went from Tiger [Woods] to Joel. What a world this golf is,” Homa said about playing alongside Woods at The Open and now with Dahmen in Detroit.
It's easy to enjoy the high jinks these two regularly deliver and ignore how unique it is to have two highly accomplished players in the prime of their careers who are comfortable enough to lean into the self-deprecating nonsense.
Made Cut-Did Not Finish (MDF)
New math. With the playoffs looming in two weeks, the Tour finally announced how the circuit plans to handle the FedExCup list and those players who have been indefinitely suspended for playing LIV Golf events.
The solution was to create a second ranking, called a “eligibility points list,” that will be used to qualify for the playoffs and beyond that doesn’t include those who have been suspended. Currently, it’s a difference of eight players which means Simpson, No. 125 on the FedExCup list, is 117th on the eligibility list.
According to a memo sent to players from Tour commissioner Jay Monahan that was obtained by GolfChannel.com, the circuit moved to ensure “that suspended members do not negatively impact other players’ tournament eligibility, positioning on the priority rankings or eligibility to compete in the FedExCup playoffs.”
The reaction from players and the public to the new list was predictably mixed, but it’s worth pointing out that the alternate list gives the Tour some much-needed flexibility in the event of a lawsuit seeking an injunction against the suspensions – like the one granted by an English court earlier this month – is sought and granted and the LIV players are allowed to compete in the post-season.
Stay tuned.
Missed Cut
Captain curious. The sports world has become consumed with contracts this week. Kyler Murray and whatever his bosses with the Arizona Cardinals were trying to accomplish has dominated the news cycle, and Henrik Stenson’s agreement with Ryder Cup Europe has also become a talking point.
It remains unclear exactly what was in Stenson’s deal with the DP World Tour and Ryder Cup Europe that made him next year’s European Ryder Cup captain and he seemed to suggest that he didn’t violate any part of the agreement by joining LIV Golf.
“I made every arrangement possible here to be able to fulfill my captain's duties,” said Stenson at this week’s LIV event in New Jersey. “The contract between the captain and Ryder Cup Europe is obviously a private contract, and I'm not going to go into detail on what's in that contract.”
Perhaps there was no specific language in Stenson’s deal that precluded him from joining LIV, but it was certainly implied. It also seems just as clear that Stenson was able to leverage his status as European captain to negotiate a better deal with LIV.
Whatever motivates players to join LIV is entirely up to them and the moral ambiguities being thrown in their direction is confusing, but if Stenson did leverage the captaincy for more money that just feels wrong.
Relegation/promotion. A SI.com story this week outlined how the LIV league plans to handle relegation and promotion, which has been a particularly interesting topic given the circuit’s unique team concept.
According to the story, four players will be relegated each season and replaced by four players from the international series and Asian Tour events. That, however, is a “soft” four given that “team owners” and players with long-term contracts would be exempt from relegation.
During his press conference at his first LIV event this week, Charles Howell III pointed out correctly that the Tour’s version of promotion and relegation is riddled with small print that allows veterans to play well past their prime.
“This relegation, by the way, it's real,” Howell said. “With the PGA Tour at times you can still fall to 126 to 150, you can fall to past champion and play X amount of times. This goes to zero.”
Again, Howell’s point is valid, but by comparison to LIV’s version of maybe-four-players-maybe-not-four-players, it’s impossible not to acknowledge that at least the Tour’s version has a legitimate pathway for young stars (see Zalatoris, Will; Young, Cameron, etc.). | https://www.golfchannel.com/news/cut-line-did-henrik-stenson-leverage-ryder-cup-captaincy-more-liv-money | 2022-07-29T19:23:32Z | https://www.golfchannel.com/news/cut-line-did-henrik-stenson-leverage-ryder-cup-captaincy-more-liv-money | false |
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A former opioid manufacturer has agreed in principle to pay up to $2.4 billion in a deal with a dozen states over its marketing and product safety practices, state attorneys general announced Friday.
The company, Allergan, is now part of AbbVie but sold its generics division Actavis, including its opioid products, to Teva Pharmaceuticals six years ago. Under the settlement, payments will be made to state and local governments, Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro said.
The agreement means pharma companies have consented to pay more than $40 billion to settle opioid crisis claims regarding manufacturers and distributors, The Associated Press has found.
The agreement came days after a similar, $4.3 billion agreement was reached with Teva Pharmaceuticals.
Teva spokesperson Kelley Dougherty declined comment.
Shapiro said the settlement involved claims that Allergan, which produced Norco and Kadian brand generic opioids, downplayed the risk of addiction in marketing and did not act sufficiently to prevent the drugs from being improperly diverted.
“No amount of money will bring back the lives we lost, but today’s agreement will help ensure we can fund the programs Pennsylvania counties need for our communities to recover from this crisis,” Shapiro said in a statement.
Negotiations with Allergan and Teva continue over their business practices and transparency, Shapiro’s office said.
It’s a global agreement that involves California, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Other states will be able to sign on, Shapiro spokeswoman Jacklin Rhoads said. New York settled with Allergan in December.
The opioid addiction and overdose epidemic has been linked to more than 500,000 deaths in the U.S. over the last two decades.
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein said Friday that over 2020, nine people in his state died daily from overdoses.
“There is no amount of money that could ever repair that kind of loss, but there is hope in recovery — and thanks to our ongoing work to hold these drug companies accountable, people across this state are getting the treatment and support they need to get healthy,” Stein said.
Drugmaker Johnson & Johnson finalized a $5 billion settlement earlier this year. National drug distribution firms AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health and McKesson finalized one worth $21 billion. OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma is trying to persuade a court to let it move ahead with a deal that could include up to $6 billion from members of the Sackler family.
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Associated Press writer Hannah Schoenbaum in Raleigh, North Carolina, contributed to this report. | https://www.fox16.com/news/national/states-reach-deal-over-marketing-safety-of-generic-opioids/ | 2022-07-29T19:23:59Z | https://www.fox16.com/news/national/states-reach-deal-over-marketing-safety-of-generic-opioids/ | false |
BABYLON, N.Y. – As bathers cooled themselves in the Atlantic surf on New York's Fire Island last Wednesday, Reily Winston held up a smooth dogfish shark his friend had just caught fishing off a pier in an inlet behind the beach. He briefly cradled the bloodied shark in his hands before releasing it back into the ocean.
Shark sightings have become more common along Long Island’s shores this summer — and not just the mostly harmless, abundant dogfish.
Since June, there have been at least five verified encounters where sharks bit swimmers and surfers. Though there were no fatalities, sightings prompted officials to temporarily close some beaches to swimming, from New York City's Rockaway Beach to Long Island's Smith Point County Park, where a surfer beat a shark on its snout after it bit his calf.
George Gorman, regional director for the state park system on Long Island, referred to the recent shark interactions as “extraordinarily unusual.”
Sharks aren’t new to New York’s waters. Sand tiger, sandbar and dusky sharks are some of the more common species found near shore. But in the last century or so, New York state had documented only 13 shark attacks.
Experts say sharks aren’t setting out to dine on people, but instead are chasing bunker fish near beaches. Recent shark bites are likely mistakes, according to Gorman.
“We think it has to do with the menhaden fish, with the bunker fish being close to shore and the sharks just making a mistake,” he said.
Swimmers may also be interacting with sharks while they are feeding.
“When there’s a food source close to shore, they’ll come close to shore to feed on that,” said Frank Quevedo, executive director of The South Fork Natural History Museum. “If people are in the water, they may interfere with or get in the way of shark feeding.”
Factors contributing to the spike in shark sightings are the improvement in water quality and thriving bunker fish populations due to conservation efforts. Quevedo noted that in 2019, New York passed legislation to protect Atlantic menhaden, the main food source for many species like dolphins, whales, tuna, seals, striped bass and sharks.
“This is all a positive sign that the marine ecosystem is healthy,” said Chris Scott, supervising marine biologist for the Department of Environmental Conservation, during a news conference Monday. “And it’s important because sharks are a keystone species that regulate the species diversity, abundance, distribution, the marine habitat.”
Conservation efforts have led to a rebound in shark populations elsewhere in the northeastern U.S., too. In New England, a big increase in the seal population has led to a surge in visits from great white sharks — and the occasional serious attack. Sharks have killed people on Massachusetts’ Cape Cod and in Maine in recent years.
The risk of shark attack remains very low — far lower than hazards like drowning. But in response to shark sightings, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul directed state agencies to ramp up shark surveillance. State agencies have added lifeguards and deployed helicopters, drones and boats to monitor sharks along the coast.
Officials say they are still seeing a steady attendance of people coming to Long Island beaches, and shark sightings haven’t deterred some beachgoers from going into the water — though they might not be venturing as far out.
While lifeguards kept watch, New York City resident Antoinelle Hilton waded along the beach at Fire Island's Robert Moses State Park.
“Sometimes I’m on the edge, like I don’t want to go deep in or I’ll stay on the shallow side,” said Hilton. “I just make sure I’m by the lifeguards and I’m fine.”
While out on boat patrol hundreds of yards away from Long Island beaches on Wednesday, The Associated Press didn’t spot any sharks, but did see dolphins. Lt. Sean Reilly, supervising environmental conservation officer with the DEC, says he hasn’t seen any sharks from the boat during recent patrols. It’s the lifeguards who are encountering sharks near the shore, Reilly said. On patrols, dolphins are a much more common sight than sharks.
“When I started 20-something years ago, we saw a dolphin on rare occasions," Reilly said. “Now every time we go into the ocean, we seem to see multiple schools of dolphins.”
During the patrol, a radio alert came in, reporting shark sightings near Fire Island.
“That’s where most of the sharks are seen, by people actually catching them because they are not up on the surface most of the time,” he said.
Scott said to prevent risky shark interactions, avoid swimming in murky waters and in areas where there are schools of menhaden and seals in the water because sharks might be feeding. Don’t swim during dusk, dawn, and nighttime, when sharks feed the most. Swim in groups so sharks don’t misidentify humans as prey.
“When people go to the beach...the chances of them getting into a car accident on their way to the beach is more likely than the chances of actually seeing or interacting with a shark when they’re at the beach,” said Quevedo. “So, my two cents here is to use caution.” | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2022/07/29/shark-sightings-get-more-common-at-new-york-beaches/ | 2022-07-29T19:24:28Z | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2022/07/29/shark-sightings-get-more-common-at-new-york-beaches/ | false |
TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Tunisian voters have approved a referendum on a new constitution that gives more powers to the country’s president. It’s a step that brings hope to many in the struggling North African nation, but critics warn it could return Tunisia to autocracy and say low turnout marred the vote’s legitimacy.
Some people interviewed by The Associated Press this week celebrated the result of Monday’s referendum and expressed support for President Kais Saied, who spearheaded the project and proposed the text himself.
Others said they worry about what the changes could mean for the future of democracy in the country. The overhauled constitution gives sweeping executive powers to the president and weakens the influence of the legislative and judicial branches of the government.
Adel, a 51-year-old plumber who refused to give his last name due to fear of political reprisals, said that while he supported Saied, he did not participate in Monday’s referendum because he thought the proposed changes gave the executive branch too much power.
“This constitution he made was not for the long-term. Those who will come after Saied will do whatever they want without being held accountable,” he said.
In 2011, Tunisians rose up against Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, the country’s strongman president, and kicked off the Arab Spring protests in North Africa and the Middle East. Tunisia was the only nation to emerge from the protests with a democratic government.
Saied won the presidency in 2019 with over 70% of the vote. He continues to enjoy widespread popular support; recent polls put his approval rating at well over 50%.
The referendum took place a year to the day after Saied froze Tunisia’s parliament and dismissed his government. Opponents derided the moves as “a coup,” but many Tunisians supported the president’s actions due to exasperation with political elites and years of economic stagnation.
In the same way, many citizens think the new constitution will end years of political deadlock and reduce the influence of the country’s largest political party, Ennahdha. Others saw a “yes” vote as a vote for Saied and a chance to change their fortunes.
Saida Masoudi, 49, a fast-food seller in a Tunis suburb who voted for the revised constitution, said she hoped the changes would pave the way to economic reforms and lower living costs.
“We just want the country to improve and reform. That’s why I participated in this referendum, so that the country will return to how it was before” she said, adding that she thinks Tunisians lived better under Ben Ali than they do today.
However, Heba Morayef, Amnesty International’s regional director, called the constitution’s adoption “deeply worrying.” She said in a statement that the revisions were drafted behind closed doors in a process controlled by Saied.
“The new constitution dismantles many of the guarantees to the independence of the judiciary, removes protection for civilians from military trials and grants the authorities the power to restrict human rights or renege on international human rights commitments in the name of religion” Morayef said.
Official preliminary results showed about one-third of registered voters cast ballots, with 94.6% giving their approval.
Opposition leaders had called for a boycott of the referendum, saying the process was flawed, and they argue the turnout reflected discomfort with the changes to Tunisia’s system of government.
“The referendum was rigged from the start, with no participation threshold provided for,” International Commission of Jurists regional director Said Benarbia said. “The low turnout and the opaque, illegal process by which the adoption of the constitution was made possible do not give the president any mandate or legitimacy to change Tunisia’s constitutional order.”
Several people the Associated Press spoke with said they did not vote in the referendum. Some said they were uninterested in politics, while others said a new constitution would do little to change their quality of life. Several did not understand the changes it would introduce.
“I didn’t vote because none of this interests me,” Khalil Riahi, a 26-year-old DJ, said. “Whether it’s Kais Saied doing this or someone else, it’s all the same to me. Nothing will change.”
Monica Marks, Professor of Middle East politics at NYU Abu Dhabi, says that many Tunisians have grown tired, disillusioned and cynical in recent years but that they “never called for a complete up-ending of their political system”.
“What they’ve been calling for, for years, is for effective leadership from government that makes a real tangible difference in their everyday lives and solves the economic challenges that they’re desperately grappling with” says Marks, explaining that many are attached to the idea that “one man alone can take the system, break it and maybe fix it.”
“There are still a lot of Tunisians who believe that Saied is Mr. Fix It… They believe he is the man who will clean up everything, even though he’s ruled by powers of personal decree for an entire year, and their situation tangibly hasn’t changed.” | https://www.fox16.com/news/world-news/ap-international/new-constitution-gives-some-tunisians-hope-others-concern/ | 2022-07-29T19:26:59Z | https://www.fox16.com/news/world-news/ap-international/new-constitution-gives-some-tunisians-hope-others-concern/ | true |
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran on Friday raised the death toll from landsides and flash floods this week across the country to at least 53, including those killed in a mudslide in the capital of Tehran the previous day, state TV reported.
More than 30 people died in two villages, northwest and northeast of Tehran, after the monsoon dumped heavy rains that triggered mudslides there, the report said. Almost two dozen people died in eight other provinces and 21 out of Iran's 31 provinces were affected by the heavy rains.
There were fears the death toll could rise even further as at least 16 people remained missing and more bodies were being uncovered after the rains abated. The report said military personnel had joined rescue efforts and were helping transfer thousands from remote areas to safer places.
Last Saturday, flash floods in Iran’s drought-stricken southern Fars province killed at least 22 people and affected about a dozen villages in the province.
This week's storm is the deadliest among Iran's rain-related incidents in the last decade. In 2019, a flashflood killed at least 21 people in the southern city of Shiraz, and two years earlier, a similar storm claimed 48 lives in northwestern Iran.
However, mudslides in northern Iran in 2001 and in Tehran in 1987 killed 500 and 300 people, respectively.
Before Thursday’s mudslide, authorities had warned residents of Tehran’s mountainous areas about heavy rains and possible floods. More heavy rains were expected in the coming days.
Authorities have blamed the high death toll on a wide disregard of safety measures by people who venture out in the storms while critics cite mismanagement in construction projects as well as late warnings as other causes. | https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Iran-raises-death-toll-from-mudslides-floods-to-17338700.php | 2022-07-29T19:28:29Z | https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Iran-raises-death-toll-from-mudslides-floods-to-17338700.php | false |
What is the best portable air conditioner?
As it warms up outside, your home will begin to warm up too. Sitting in a hot house all day can make you feel drained of your energy, not to mention sweaty. Thankfully, a capable air conditioner can make your home feel a whole lot more bearable, but not everybody has central air. You could always use a window unit, but they’re bulky and can be challenging to install and remove.
Portable air conditioners give you all the same benefits as a window unit, without the hassle, but which one is best?
Portable air conditioner with hose vs. without hose
Typical portable air conditioners have a hose that runs out of your window. This hose pushes hot air out of the back of the unit and your home. Some portable air conditioners feature dual-hoses that pull fresh air from outside using one hose and expel hot air out the other.
Evaporative coolers do not require a hose, meaning that they aren’t an air conditioner in the technical sense of the word. They still serve to keep your air cool, but rather than removing hot air, they simply circulate air and cool it using water or ice. Evaporative coolers typically don’t provide as much cooling as a standard unit, but they’re far more energy-efficient.
12 best portable air conditioners
Best home portable air conditioner
Whynter ARC-14S 14,000 Btu Portable Air Conditioner
This sleek portable air conditioner has an activated carbon filter that cleans your air as it cools it. The unit serves as a dehumidifier and features an easy-to-use digital display. Whynter’s convenient portable AC has a temperature range of 61°F to 89°F and can cool rooms up to 500-square-feet.
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BLACK + DECKER BPACT10WT 10,000 Btu Portable Air Conditioner
BLACK + DECKER’s inexpensive portable AC is perfect for cooling small to medium-sized rooms. This unit has a reusable filter that can be washed with water, saving you the trouble of buying replacement filters. Some users feel that this unit is noisy, but for under $400, this is an excellent option if you’d like to save some money.
Honeywell MN14CHCSBB Portable Air Conditioner 14,000 Btu Air Conditioner
This multipurpose unit serves as an air conditioner, dehumidifier and heater for colder months. This machine runs quiet and has a reusable filter for added convenience. At nearly $700, this certainly isn’t the most affordable option. Still, if you feel like you’ll need a heater when winter comes, you may end up saving money in the long run with this unit.
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SereneLife SLACHT108 Portable 4-in-1 Air Conditioner
Much like the Honeywell MN14CHCSBB, this multifunctional device can heat your air as well as cool it. The design is aesthetically pleasing and this model works as both a dehumidifier and fan in addition to its heating and cooling capabilities.
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Best small portable air conditioner
SereneLife SLPAC105W 10,000 Btu Portable Air Conditioner
This compact unit can cool rooms up to 300 square feet. This air conditioner has an automatic swing mode that maximizes airflow with a moving vent. Although this may not be as small as some other units, the convenient wheels make moving it a breeze.
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Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K 12,000 Portable Air Conditioner
This narrow portable air conditioner is excellent for cooling small offices, closets and other areas where larger units don’t fit. Unlike many other portable air conditioners, this unit has a built-in evaporator that eliminates the need for emptying water.
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COMFYHOME 3-in-1 Bladeless Air Conditioner
The COMFYHOME 3-in-1 AC unit uses an evaporative cooling media, with 3 wind speeds. This machine features a convenient twelve-hour timer feature and has a remote for easy use. Its compact size is perfect for placing near a desk or a sofa.
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TOSOT 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
This small AC unit can cool rooms up to 300 square feet and runs quietly. This unit functions as a dehumidifier in addition to an AC unit and costs just under $400. The convenient X-Fan mode keeps the fan spinning at a slow, silent speed that helps dry residual water from the unit.
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Best portable air conditioner without hose
Hessaire 3,100 CFM 3-Speed Portable Evaporative Cooler
This powerful evaporative cooler is capable of cooling rooms up to 950 square feet in size. This unit’s three-panel design allows it to intake more air than the average evaporative cooler, reducing static pressure and increasing air output. Despite the machine’s power, it’s still incredibly energy-efficient compared to a standard portable air conditioner.
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Honeywell 1700 CFM 3-Speed Evaporative Cooler
This convenient hoseless air conditioner can cool rooms up to 610 square feet. This unit is perfect for hot desert climates that lack humidity. Just add ice or water and turn it on to immediately feel cooler and add humidity to the air. The 150-watt Honeywell 1700 is energy efficient compared to other options as well.
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Hessaire MC18M Portable Evaporative Cooler
This unit’s design may look a little dated, but don’t let that fool you. The Hessaire MC18M does a great job of cooling rooms up to 500 square feet. You can either fill this machine with water manually or use the convenient continuous-fill mode by attaching a household water hose.
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NewAir 470 CFM 3-speed Portable Evaporative Cooler
The NewAir 470 has a convenient removable water tank that makes refilling it incredibly easy. This energy-efficient unit can cool rooms up to 250 square feet and comes with a remote control that allows you to adjust the timer and fan settings without getting up from your couch.
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DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Iowa Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
5-8-1-3
(five, eight, one, three)
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Iowa Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
5-8-1-3
(five, eight, one, three) | https://www.milfordmirror.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17338598.php | 2022-07-29T19:30:32Z | https://www.milfordmirror.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17338598.php | false |
College basketball is mourning the loss of a rising star.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater's athletic department tweeted that the Warhawks' guard Derek Gray "passed away unexpectedly on July 24th, 2022, playing the game he loved."
The cause of the athlete's death was not made public. However, UW-Whitewater men's basketball coach Pat Miller told Madison, Wis. TV station WKOW that Derek collapsed at a basketball camp for kids on campus. He said emergency responders arrived quickly and about 100 campers were escorted out of the facility without becoming aware of the player's worsening condition.
"It was just a very surreal situation where you're thinking, 'Okay, he's going to be all right,'" Miller said, "and then you're very scared and the longer it went on, it became apparent that this was extraordinarily serious."
Derek is survived by his parents, Traci Pine and Donneil Gray, twin brother David Gray, and an older brother, Donneil Gray Jr.
Derek majored in psychology and minored in criminology, and was on pace to graduate in the spring of 2024, according to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater athletic department, which also noted that the athlete was a two-year member of the Warhawk men's basketball program. During his time on the team, Derek was third team D3hoops.com all region 9, first team all-WIAC and three-time WIAC player of the week.
"Our program is devastated by the loss of Derek Gray," Miller said in a statement through the athletics department. "Derek was beloved and respected by his teammates for his unique ability to develop meaningful connections with every individual throughout our program. He was an intelligent, compassionate, and inquisitive person by nature. I'll forever cherish our long talks about life, community, basketball and the various issues of our day."
Miller continued, "He was both respected and valued by his teammates at a level few in our program have ever achieved. He's left a legacy in our program that will be remembered and emulated by players for generations to come. I wish to extend my deepest condolences to his mother, Traci, as well as his entire family, friends and all that are grieving from this loss." | https://www.eonline.com/ca/news/1340034/college-basketball-star-derek-gray-dead-at-20 | 2022-07-29T19:32:41Z | https://www.eonline.com/ca/news/1340034/college-basketball-star-derek-gray-dead-at-20 | true |
Heat duration records could fall in Northwest
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Extreme heat is forecast to stretch through the weekend in the Pacific Northwest and authorities are investigating whether triple-digit temperatures were to blame for the deaths of at least four people.
The Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office said at least three people have died from suspected hyperthermia during the heat wave in Multnomah County, which is home to Portland. A fourth death was suspected due to heat in Umatilla County in the eastern part of the state.
The deaths occurred on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. The state medical examiner’s office said the heat-related death designation is preliminary and could change.
Oregon and Washington have seen scorching temperatures since July 25 and there will be no relief, forecasters say, until Monday when cool air from the Pacific Ocean blows in.
Portland and Seattle could be on track to break records for the duration of the hot spell.
Temperatures in Oregon’s largest city are forecast to soar to 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 Celsius) again on Friday. On Tuesday, Portland set daily record 102 F (38.9 C).
Seattle on Tuesday also reported a new record daily high of 94 F (34.4 C).
If temperatures rise above 90F (32.2 C) through Sunday in Seattle, that would be six straight days of the mercury topping 90 - something forecasters say has never happened before in the city.
The National Weather Service has extended the excessive heat warnings from Thursday through Saturday evening.
Courtney Lewis and Rylee Griffin were visiting Seattle this week during the hot snap.
“I mean it is nice, like to help get a tan. But it’s just hot. Very hot,” Griffin said.
Climate change is fueling longer heat waves in the Pacific Northwest, a region where weeklong heat spells were historically rare, according to climate experts.
Residents and officials in the Northwest have been trying to adjust to the likely reality of longer, hotter heat waves following last summer’s deadly “heat dome” weather phenomenon that prompted record temperatures and deaths.
About 800 people died in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia during that heat wave, which hit in late June and early July. The temperature at the time soared to an all-time high of 116 F (46.7 C) in Portland and smashed heat records in cities and towns across the region. Many of those who died were older and lived alone.
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Associated Press videographer Manuel Valdes contributed from Seattle
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Gov. Evers appoints Ellen Anderson as Rusk County District Attorney
MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) -Governor Tony Evers is announcing his appointment of Ellen Anderson to serve as Rusk County District Attorney.
According to a media release by the Office of the Governor | State of Wisconsin, the appointment fills a vacancy created by District Attorney Annette Barna’s election to the Rusk County Circuit Court. Anderson is said to serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends Jan. 2025.
“Ellen Anderson’s career both inside and outside the courtroom has given her a breadth of experience that will make her an exceptional district attorney,” Evers said. “She understands how and why people become involved in the criminal justice system and will collaborate with partners in the legal system and the community to ensure her work contributes to a safer, fairer Rusk County.”
Clark County District Attorney, Melissa Inlow, says Anderson will be a great leader.
“Ellen is an exceptional choice for Rusk County District Attorney,” Inlow said. “She is intelligent, hardworking, dedicated, innovative, and thoughtful. Ellen’s dedication to justice and public service is proven by her nearly 12 years’ experience serving West Central Wisconsin as a prosecutor. Her colleagues and law enforcement respect and support her; she will be a great leader.”
Anderson graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the University of Minnesota Duluth, as well as the University of Wisconsin Law School.
“I am honored by Governor Evers’ appointment to serve as Rusk County District Attorney,” Anderson said. “I will use all of my professional and personal experience to work to achieve just outcomes and to enhance the safety, health, and well-being of Rusk County residents.”
To learn more you can view the full media release from the Office of the Governor | State of Wisconsin here.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "All or Nothing Midday" game were:
01-03-04-05-07-08-12-14-17-18-19
(one, three, four, five, seven, eight, twelve, fourteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen) | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-All-or-Nothing-Midday-17338763.php | 2022-07-29T19:35:33Z | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-All-or-Nothing-Midday-17338763.php | false |
MONTREAL, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CCM Hockey is excited to announce the launch of their Limited Edition JetSpeed FT5 Pro Gold stick in collaboration with Sarah Nurse. This limited run of sticks celebrates Sarah Nurse's golden achievements and also gives back to help grow the game of hockey with a portion of proceeds going to the Hockey 4 Youth charity.
The limited edition stick is the same construction as the recently released JetSpeed FT5 Pro stick, with a custom design that celebrates Sarah Nurse recently winning Gold for Canada. It features her name, number and Canadian flag on the namebar, and her record breaking stats on the back; 5 goals and 13 assists for a total of 18 points in only 7 games. She set the Olympic record for most points and most assists in a single women's tournament and her 13 assists set the Olympic record for men and women dating back to 1960 at Beijing 2022. The sticks are only available for sale in Ontario stores and on CCM's website.
A portion of the proceeds of stick sales will be donated by CCM to Hockey 4 Youth, a foundation that supports young players and newcomers to Canada to learn the sport of hockey. The donation will contribute to new gear for these players and will help the foundation fund more camps that help grow the game and make it more accessible for newcomers to the sport.
"We are proud of all our athletes and were blown away by the record-breaking performance Sarah Nurse had representing Canada. To show our support for her we worked together to create a Limited Edition stick that would represent her golden performance, but also support a cause that is important to both Sarah and CCM." Robert Zaring, VP Marketing, CCM Hockey.
"I am beyond excited to team up with CCM to create this golden hockey stick and to be able to support the incredible efforts of Moe and Hockey 4 Youth in Ontario. I was introduced to hockey through my father who immigrated from the Caribbean and believed that every Canadian should know how to skate. I am passionate about creating an inclusive space for hockey players. Through fans purchase of these sticks we are able to make an immediate impact on providing more access for this community. Thank you for your support of me and this initiative." Sarah Nurse, Pro Hockey Player, Olympic & World Champion.
"It's an incredible honour to be connected to Sarah and the team at CCM through this Golden initiative! Hockey 4 Youth will be able to use these funds to support more newcomer teens, youth who face barriers and girls through access to free ice hockey and our off-ice T.E.A.C.H. program." Moezine Hasham, Founder & Executive Director, Hockey 4 Youth.
CCM Hockey is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of hockey equipment. With its headquarters located in Montreal, the company has operations in Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia. CCM Hockey equips more professional hockey players than any other company, including superstars like Auston Matthews, Connor McDavid, Matt Dumba, Sidney Crosby, key female players such as, Kendall Coyne-Schofield and Sarah Nurse and top performing Goalies such as Jakub Markstrom, Thatcher Demko, Philip Grubauer and Maddie Rooney. CCM Hockey is also the official outfitter of the American Hockey League, the Canadian Hockey League, and several NCAA and National teams.
Sarah Nurse is a member of the Canadian Women's National Team and Professional Women's Hockey Players' Association (PWHPA). She is a two-time Olympian, winning Olympic Gold in 2022 and a 2021 IIHF Women's World Championship. Her impact also extends off the ice as Sarah uses her voice and platform to help lead the conversation around diversity, representation and advancing inclusion in the sport of hockey. The first Black woman to win an Olympic gold medal in hockey, she serves as a member of the NHL Player Inclusion Committee and is a board member and spokesperson for the PWHPA. Sarah is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin with a B.B.A in Business Administration - Marketing.
Hockey 4 Youth Foundation/Fondation hockey pour les jeunes is a charitable organization. Our mission is to foster social inclusion for newcomer teens of all genders and other youth who face barriers through access to free ice hockey and our off-ice life skills T.E.A.C.H. program (Technology, Entrepreneurship, Arts, Community giving, Healthy Active Living). Since 2015, Hockey 4 Youth has worked with 600+ youth representing 36 countries of origin including: Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Vietnam, Mexico, Jamaica, Ethiopia and the Philippines. For more information please visit hockey4youth.org
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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Wichita Police Department is on the scene of a shooting in the 1600 block of North Fairview. The address is just north of Wichita’s Midtown.
Sedgwick County dispatchers tell us that one person has potentially critical injuries. KSN News has a crew on the scene. Our reporter said she saw the ambulance was leaving as she arrived.
Drivers may want to avoid the area as the street appears to be blocked.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is preparing to vote Friday to revive a ban on semi-automatic guns, the first vote of its kind in years and a direct response to the firearms often used in the crush of mass shootings ripping through communities nationwide.
Once banned in the U.S., the high-powered firearms are now widely blamed as the weapon of choice among young men responsible for many of the most devastating mass shootings. But Congress allowed the restrictions first put in place in 1994 to expire a decade later, unable to muster the political support to counter the powerful gun lobby and reinstate the weapons ban.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi pushed the vote toward passage in the Democratic-run House, saying the earlier ban “saved lives.”
The House legislation is shunned by Republicans, who dismiss it as an election-year strategy by Democrats. It will likely stall in the 50-50 Senate.
The bill comes at a time of intensifying concerns about gun violence and shootings — the supermarket shooting in Buffalo, N.Y.; massacre of school children in Uvalde, Texas; and the July Fourth shootings of revelers in Highland Park, Ill.
Voters seem to be taking such votes seriously as Congress splits along party lines and lawmakers are forced to go on the record with their views. A recent vote to protect same-sex marriages from potential Supreme Court legal challenges won a surprising amount of bipartisan support.
President Joe Biden, who was instrumental in helping pass the first weapons ban as a senator in 1994, encouraged passage, promising to sign the bill if it reached his desk. In a statement before the vote, his administration said "we know an assault weapons and large-capacity magazine ban will save lives.”
The Biden administration said for 10 years while the ban was in place, mass shootings declined. “When the ban expired in 2004, mass shootings tripled,” the statement said.
Congress passed a modest gun violence prevention package just last month in the aftermath of the tragic shooting of 19 school children and two teachers in Uvalde. That bipartisan bill was the first of its kind after years of failed efforts to confront the gun lobby, including after a similar 2012 mass tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.
That law provides for expanded background checks on young adults buying firearms, allowing authorities to access certain juvenile records. It also closes the so-called “boyfriend loophole” by denying gun purchases for those convicted of domestic abuse outside of marriages.
The new law also frees up federal funding to the states, including for “red flag” laws that enable authorities to remove guns from those who would harm themselves or others.
But even that modest effort at halting gun violence came at time of grave uncertainty in the U.S. over restrictions on firearms as the more conservative Supreme Court is tackling gun rights and other issues.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke by phone to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday in the highest-level known contact between the two sides since Russia invaded Ukraine, with Blinken urging Russia to accept a deal to win the release of American detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan.
Russian officials gave no public hint whether Blinken had made any headway, only issuing a chiding statement afterward urging the U.S. to pursue the Americans' freedom through “quiet diplomacy, without releases of speculative information."
U.S. officials have in recent days publicized their efforts to get back Griner, a WNBA star, and Whelan, a corporate security executive, whose cases have drawn widespread national attention. While the direct outreach to Russian officials allows the Biden administration to show it is going all out to try to free the two U.S. citizens, it also risks undermining a core U.S. message to allies abroad: that isolating Russia diplomatically and economically will ultimately force Russia to pull its troops from Ukraine.
Blinken did not provide details of Lavrov’s response to what he had previously called a “substantial proposal" for Russia to release Whelan and Griner. Blinken had publicly requested the call and revealed the existence of the offer to Russia. People familiar with the offer say the U.S. wants to swap Whelan and Griner for convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.
Blinken described the call as “a frank and direct conversation” centered primarily on the detained Americans.
“I urged Foreign Minister Lavrov to move forward with that proposal," he said. "I can’t give you an assessment of whether that is any more or less likely.”
Blinken also said he had pressed Lavrov on the importance of Russia following through on an agreement to allow Ukrainian grain shipments to leave the Black Sea and warned him of consequences should Moscow move ahead with suspected plans to annex portions of eastern and southern Ukraine.
Blinken said he told Lavrov that the world will “never recognize” any annexation of Ukrainian territory, which he said would “result in significant additional costs for Russia.”
He declined to comment on how Lavrov replied to his messages. “I don’t want to characterize any of Foreign Minister Lavrov’s responses.”
In its statement afterward, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Lavrov “strongly suggested” to Blinken “returning to a professional dialogue in the mode of quiet diplomacy” on any efforts at American detainees' release.
Lavrov also repeated Russia's vows to keep fighting until it has achieved its aims in Ukraine, renewed complaints that U.S. and NATO support to Ukraine was prolonging the conflict, and accused the U.S. of not yet keeping up its end of agreements on the grain shipments from Ukraine, the Foreign Ministry said.
Blinken’s comments earlier this week marked the first time the U.S. government publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure Griner’s release. The two-time Olympic gold medalist and player for the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury was arrested at a Moscow airport in mid-February when inspectors found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage.
Griner’s arrest came at a time of heightened tensions between Moscow and Washington ahead of Russia sending troops into Ukraine on Feb. 24. Griner’s five months of detention have raised strong criticism among teammates and supporters in the United States.
Her trial on drug charges started in a court outside Moscow this month, and she testified Wednesday that she didn’t know how the cartridges ended up in her bag but that she had a doctor’s recommendation to use cannabis to treat career-related pain.
The 31-year-old has pleaded guilty but said she had no criminal intent in bringing the cartridges to Russia and packed in haste for her return to play in a Russian basketball league during the WNBA’s offseason. She faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted of transporting drugs.
The Biden administration has faced political pressure to free Griner and other Americans whom the U.S. has declared to be “wrongfully detained” — a designation sharply rejected by Russian officials.
Whelan, a corporate security executive from Michigan, was sentenced to 16 years in prison on espionage charges in 2020. He and his family have vigorously asserted his innocence. The U.S. government has denounced the charges as false.
Russia has for years expressed interest in the release of Bout, a Russian arms dealer once labeled the “Merchant of Death.” He was sentenced to 25 years in prison in 2012 on charges that he schemed to illegally sell millions of dollars in weapons.
Kremlin officials presumably reveled in the news that the U.S., which has rallied friendly countries around the world to cut even vital trade ties with Russia to pressure it to withdraw from Ukraine, was now seeking engagement with Russia on a problem of its own.
“They are going to drag this out and try to humiliate us as much as they can,” said Ian Kelly, a retired career diplomat who served as U.S. ambassador to Georgia in the Obama and Trump administrations. “I don’t think it goes along with (the administration’s) overall policy.”
Kelly said the request for a call is “counterproductive to our broader effort to isolate Russia.”
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Associated Press writers Vladimir Isachenkov in Moscow and Ellen Knickmeyer and Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report. | https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Blinken-says-he-spoke-to-Russia-FM-about-detained-17338458.php | 2022-07-29T19:43:49Z | https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Blinken-says-he-spoke-to-Russia-FM-about-detained-17338458.php | true |
MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
9-4-5-8
(nine, four, five, eight)
MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
9-4-5-8
(nine, four, five, eight) | https://www.myjournalcourier.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17338765.php | 2022-07-29T19:45:09Z | https://www.myjournalcourier.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17338765.php | true |
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking to bar financial intermediaries, such as banks, from discriminating against customers on the basis of their political, religious or social views. That’s a great idea — and an excellent reason for why he’s surging among Republicans nationwide.
Imagine if you couldn’t set up a bank account because of your views. You couldn’t open a credit card or deposit your paycheck. You would be consigned to the cash economy, which is an increasingly shrinking space as more and more stores go cashless. Yet some companies have already taken steps toward that horror. During the mass trucker protests in Canada, GoFundMe decided to withhold funds donated to the Freedom Convoy and return them to donors. You may disagree with the views of those protesters, but why should a company such as GoFundMe determine whether they are worthy?
People who worry that DeSantis’s proposal would infringe upon the freedoms of financial companies ignore how we already circumscribe corporate liberties to maintain individual freedoms. Businesses used to send political messages in worker’s pay packets; that’s now illegal, even though it directly limits political speech. Labor unions can have access to corporate property under certain circumstances as courts seek to balance the business’s property rights against the employee’s right to join a union. DeSantis’s measure would simply extend this old principle to a new problem.
One can even argue that this principle — that private economic power can be regulated to preserve individual freedom and autonomy — is at the heart of the modern state. The early economic regulations of the Progressive Era, such as minimum wage laws and the regulation of monopolies, were often opposed as infringements on the freedom of corporations and their owners. The New Deal’s extension of that principle is what gave rise to the modern regulatory-welfare state, and was vociferously opposed by groups such as the American Liberty League as unconstitutional infringements.
Franklin D. Roosevelt rejected their argument clearly in his fifth fireside chat. “The toes of some people are being stepped on and are going to be stepped on,” he told Americans. But it was right, he said, to curtail liberty for “the comparative few” whose improper exercise of that freedom was “harmful to the greater good.”
That principle was the foundation for the 1960s-era civil rights revolution, which made it illegal for private companies to discriminate on the basis of race and gender. The entire point of that movement was to prevent private economic power from being wielded to push a disfavored minority to society’s sidelines. A person’s ability to participate in our democracy is perhaps the core freedom that any citizen has. The Florida proposal seeks to protect that, and should be applauded by anyone who genuinely values robust free speech and political debate.
DeSantis’s embrace of FDR’s principle is political gold because conservatives increasingly fear that “woke corporations” are wielding their considerable power to deny them their core political freedom. The social reformers and labor advocates at the turn of the 20th century suffered from that era’s corporate establishment abuse of power, too, so they organized to curtail an employer’s power when they had the chance. That’s exactly what conservatives today want from their leaders.
This allows DeSantis to stand out from his potential competitors. As a governor, he can act to protect conservatives. Others, such as former vice president Mike Pence and former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, can only talk. DeSantis also often leads rather than follows public opinion, pushing his competitors to trail behind in meek imitation. Even former president Donald Trump seems to have been caught flat-footed by his former protege’s emergence.
Liberal reaction to DeSantis’s moves against woke corporations merely betray how much the left has become beholden to the corporate establishment. Would they oppose corporate efforts to deny people access to bank accounts because, for example, they support the Green New Deal or Black Lives Matter? Of course not. They worry about DeSantis because they believe that large business is now their cultural ally. That’s exactly the stance pre-New Deal Republicans were in, defending establishment privilege against popular anger. Look how well that worked for them.
Successful American political leaders have always defended the powerless many from the powerful few. DeSantis understands that woke corporations are simply the latest powerful threat from which the people need protection. History suggests he can ride this horse to the political bank. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/29/ron-desantis-is-taking-woke-corporations-good/ | 2022-07-29T19:48:43Z | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/29/ron-desantis-is-taking-woke-corporations-good/ | true |
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Celtic defender Carl Starfelt back in training but will miss Aberdeen visit
By PA Staff published
Celtic will be without Carl Starfelt for their cinch Premiership opener at home to Aberdeen as the Swedish defender is short of match fitness despite returning to training on Friday following his recent hamstring injury.
Japanese midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi is the champions’ only other absentee as he faces a few weeks out with a leg gash.
Summer signings Benjamin Siegrist, Alexandro Bernabei, Moritz Jenz and Aaron Mooy are all in contention to be included in the squad for their first competitive match.
Aberdeen will have new signings Hayden Coulson and Callum Roberts in their squad.
Midfielder Connor Barron (knee) faces another three to four weeks out while left-back Jack MacKenzie (thigh) is due to resume training in the coming days.
On-loan Celtic defender Liam Scales cannot face his parent club.
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Upstate: Spartanburg Medical Center receives top ranking; Bon Secours, Prisma just behind.
U.S. News & World Report released its 2022-2023 national hospital rankings this week, recognizing several hospitals in the Upstate as among the best in South Carolina.
Spartanburg Medical Center received the top ranking in the Upstate. It came in fourth in South Carolina overall, with Bon Secours St. Francis Health System-Greenville as second in the Upstate and sixth statewide, and Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital as third in the Upstate and seventh statewide.
Top Five Hospitals in the Upstate
- Spartanburg Medical Center
- Bon Secours St. Francis Health System-Greenville
- Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
- Abbeville Area Medical Center
- AnMed Health Cannon
All three Upstate hospitals received high ratings for their work in several areas of care. Spartanburg Medical Center performed highly in cardiology, diabetes, stroke, kidney failure, and various cancers. Likewise, both Greenville Hospitals performed highly in ratings for various cancer surgeries, cardiac treatment, stroke, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Ben Secours also received top ratings for a variety of orthopedic procedures, including hip and knee replacements.
U.S. News, which evaluates data on nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide to issue its rankings, identified MUSC Health-University Medical Center in Charleston as the top hospital in South Carolina. MUSC is ranked nationally for ear, nose and throat care and for obstetrics and gynecology, in addition to a variety of pediatric specialities including pediatric cardiology and heart surgery. U.S. News also determined MUSC to be a high-performing hospital in the areas of cancer care, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery, rheumatology, and urology.
Nationally-ranked hospitals excel in handling extremely ill and medically complex patients.
Top Ten Hospitals in South Carolina
- MUSC Health-University Medical Center
- Lexington Medical Center
- Roper Hospital
- Spartanburg Medical Center
- McLeod Regional Medical Center
- Bon Secours St. Francis Health System-Greenville
- Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
- Grand Strand Regional Medical Center
- Abbeville Area Medical Center
- Aiken Regional Medical Centers | https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/local/south-carolina/2022/07/29/spartanburg-medical-center-receives-top-ranking-bon-secours-prisma-upstate/10183204002/ | 2022-07-29T19:53:59Z | https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/local/south-carolina/2022/07/29/spartanburg-medical-center-receives-top-ranking-bon-secours-prisma-upstate/10183204002/ | true |
City approves agreement for creation of Harlingen CISD police force
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is getting a police force.
The city announced Thursday that a new agreement has been approved between the city and the district.
The district has a two-year window to create and commission its own campus police force.
Harlingen police will continue to provide general protection at district campuses during the transition.
Officials say the creation of the Harlingen CISD police force is a natural evolution of the city's efforts to keep children safe. | https://www.krgv.com/news/city-approves-agreement-for-creation-of-harlingen-cisd-police-force | 2022-07-29T19:54:12Z | https://www.krgv.com/news/city-approves-agreement-for-creation-of-harlingen-cisd-police-force | false |
Police: Man screaming, banging on front doors was bloody, nearly naked
STOCKTON, Calif. (Gray News) – Police in California say a man is not expected to survive after he was found bloody and nearly naked, banging on people’s doors and screaming.
The Stockton Police Department said officers were called to a neighborhood late Wednesday evening for reports of a suspicious person walking up to people’s front doors and screaming.
When officers arrived, they found a man sitting on a vehicle wearing only his underwear. He was also bleeding from his head.
Officers said as they approached him, he fell off the car and began rolling on the ground, screaming. Police said the man also threw rocks at the officers.
Medics were called to the scene and the man was placed on a gurney and put in an ambulance. Stockton police said a short time later, the man became unresponsive, and first responders attempted CPR. He was taken to the hospital but is not expected to survive.
Due to the man becoming unresponsive while in police custody, the Stockton Police Department launched a multi-agency critical incident investigation to ensure proper protocols were followed. The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office, San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Bureau of Investigation, the California Department of Justice, and the San Joaquin County Medical Examiner’s Office are involved in the investigation.
Police are not publicly identifying the man. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to call the Stockton Police Department’s Investigations Division at (209) 937-8323.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation surged in June and workers’ average wages accelerated in the spring — signs that Americans won’t likely feel any relief from rising prices anytime soon and that the Federal Reserve will feel compelled to further raise borrowing costs.
An inflation gauge closely tracked by the Fed jumped 6.8% in June from a year ago, the government said Friday, the biggest such jump in four decades. Much of the increase was driven by energy and food.
On a month-to-month basis, too, prices surged 1% in June, the biggest such rise since 2005. Even excluding the volatile food and energy categories, prices climbed 0.6% from May to June.
Employees’ wages, excluding government workers, jumped 1.6% in the April-June quarter, matching a record high reached last fall. Higher wages tend to fuel inflation if companies pass their higher labor costs on to their customers, as they often do.
Friday’s figures underscored the persistence of the inflation that is eroding Americans’ purchasing power, dimming their confidence in the economy and threatening Democrats in Congress in the run-up to the November midterm elections.
Some signs indicate that certain categories of inflation may moderate in the coming months, though not by very much: Gas prices have fallen since mid-June from an average national peak of $5 to $4.26, according to AAA. Likewise, other commodity prices, for items such as wheat and copper, have plunged.
But more persistent drivers of inflation show little, if any, evidence of slowing. The wage data released Friday — a measure known as the employment cost index — indicated that paychecks were still growing at a robust pace. That’s good for workers, but it could raise concerns at the Fed about its effect on prices. Chair Jerome Powell specifically cited this measure during a news conference Wednesday as a source of concern for the the central bank’s policymakers.
“This is a (report) that’s going to keep Fed officials up at night,” said Omair Sharif, president of Inflation Insights.
The government also reported Friday that consumer spending managed to just outpace inflation last month, rising 0.1% from May to June. Spending actually jumped, but most of the gain was wiped out by higher prices.
Rising consumer demand for services, such as airline tickets, hotel rooms and restaurant meals, is still helping fuel inflation. Many retail and consumer goods chains, though, say inflation is squeezing shoppers and limiting how far their money goes — a sign that consumer spending could further weaken.
This week, Walmart said its profits would fall because its customers are spending more on pricier food and gas, leaving them less able to buy clothes and other discretionary items. Likewise, Best Buy downgraded its sales and profit forecasts because surging inflation has forced consumers to reduce their purchases of electronics appliances.
Inflation has been rising so fast that despite the pay raises many workers have received, most consumers are falling behind the rising cost-of-living.
High inflation and interest rates are also hampering the U.S. economy, which shrank in the April-June quarter for a second straight quarter, intensifying fears that a recession is looming. Two quarters of declining growth meet an informal rule of thumb for when a recession begins, although robust hiring suggests that the economy still maintains pockets of strength and isn’t yet in a downturn.
On Wednesday, the Fed raised its benchmark interest rate by three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in more than three decades to tame high inflation. Powell signaled that the Fed’ could raise rates by smaller increments in the coming months.
Still, he also stressed that the Fed’s policymakers regard the fight against inflation to be their top priority. He gave no hint that a weakening economy would cause the Fed to slow or reverse its rate hikes this year or early next year if inflation remained high.
By raising borrowing rates, the Fed makes it costlier to take out a mortgage or an auto or business loan. The goal is for consumers and businesses to borrow, spend and hire less, thereby cooling the economy and slowing inflation.
Globally, inflation is weighing heavily on other economies, too. This month, prices jumped 8.9% in the 19 European countries that use the euro currency from a year earlier. Europe’s economy has been hit particularly hard by higher natural gas and oil prices stemming from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, though it managed to grow slightly in the second quarter.
The Fed monitors Friday’s inflation gauge, called the personal consumption expenditures price index, even more closely it does the government’s better-known consumer price index. Earlier this month, the CPI reported an acceleration in inflation, to 9.1% in June from a year earlie r, the highest in nearly 41 years.
The PCE index tends to show a lower inflation level than CPI. Rents, which are rising at their fastest pace in 35 years, are given less weight in the PCE than in the CPI.
The PCE price index also seeks to account for changes in how people shop when inflation jumps. As a result, it can capture, for example, when consumers switch from pricey national brands to cheaper store brands. | https://www.krqe.com/news/business/a-key-us-inflation-gauge-reaches-6-8-as-prices-keep-surging/ | 2022-07-29T19:57:54Z | https://www.krqe.com/news/business/a-key-us-inflation-gauge-reaches-6-8-as-prices-keep-surging/ | true |
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