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For the first eight games of his rookie season, tight end Jesse James was a spectator, inactive week after week as the fifth-round draft pick became acclimated to the offense, learned the ropes and continually developed.
Many athletes might have let the frustration of not playing get to them, but not James. He just worked harder in practice, studied his playbook, and did everything he could to get to the point where the coaches saw he was ready to play.
Phase Two of the Steelers offseason workout program is underway.
"I could have played, but it wouldn't have been the best performance," said James. "Whenever you go out there during the regular season you've got to put your best stuff out. You can't have areas of weakness that people can go after. It was good for me.
"I was able to learn from Matt (Spaeth) and Heath (Miller) and see how they play on Sundays. You can see if you watch my film from the preseason to the regular season how I changed as a player."
James finally got his break, playing Week 9 against the Oakland Raiders when Spaeth was inactive with a knee injury. In his first NFL game, James had two receptions for 13 yards and scored his first NFL touchdown on a four-yard grab. From that game on he saw the growth and the manner in which he said he 'changed as a player.'
"My mentality was a little bit different," said James. "I finished better. I had better overall effort throughout and I think that was a huge area of my game that helped me play better. I was moving a lot better, I was flying around.
"You could tell I was having a lot more fun playing the game, not stressing out about not really knowing exactly how to do everything. My confidence was way better. Confidence is a huge part."
It wasn't just his confidence, either. As a rookie he had to earn the confidence of his teammates and coaches, something that takes time to develop.
"You definitely you have to earn their trust," said James. "It's a process in a lot of ways. It's hard to totally gain someone's trust until you get snaps in a game. When I finally got mine I was able to go out and execute and help the team's chances of winning. That proved a lot to the guys on the team and the coaching staff. They gained trust in me and it meant a lot to me to keep going out there."
What else helped him was typical rookie evolution. One of the things rookies tend to do early on is overthink everything. When they are on the field they are thinking instead of reacting. But once he got to the point where he was comfortable, things changed.
"As the season goes on you just start playing ball," said James. "It's just the same thing you've been doing your whole life instead of trying to learn things and worrying about messing up. You're just doing what you've done your whole life and just having fun doing it."
Now, though, James knows it's time to take the next step. Miller retired, the team signed tight end Ladarius Green, and in year two, more is going to be expected of James.
That is why he has been a regular during the Steelers' offseason program, working on every aspect he can. And plans to continue along that same path.
"I grew a lot and it was a fun process," said James. "There is a lot you learn. You're playing against the best people every day in practice, every day on the field, and it carries into Sundays too. I think that's probably the biggest thing everyone's just trying to adjust to.
"As a football player I grew in more ways than I thought was possible within just one year. But I feel good about it. I feel good about where I am now and I think I will keep getting better this offseason." | https://www.steelers.com/news/james-you-have-to-earn-their-trust-17140222 | 2022-04-18T14:51:26 | en | 0.994817 |
Ah yes, it’s time for another Nordstrom sale, and this one features a ton of items we’ve been adding to our spring wishlist. Discounts range from 15% to upwards of 60% (ooh, cozy White Company duvets for spring ) — and there’s plenty of wardrobe essentials like Calvin Klein boxers, Zella performance tees and even iconic Ray-Ban Wayfarers on sale, too. There are more than 32,000 items included in the promo, which lasts now through April 18, but we’ve done our best to find some of the best deals among them (that’s what we’re here for!). Shop our favorite picks from the sale below, and the whole selection online at Nordstrom. Clothing Free People Shrug It Off Cotton Blend Surplice Top $48 $28 at Nordstrom A little less basic than a white T-shirt but still with that go-with-everything vibe, this romantically off-the-shoulder, wrap-look top goes perfectly with spring skirts, jeans and your favorite pair of patterned trousers. Zella Performance T-Shirt $20 $13.40 at Nordstrom Zella’s performancewear is a favorite for casual athletes, whether you’re wearing it to yoga or just lounging around the house. At less than $14 per shirt, the sale is the perfect excuse to stock up. Calvin Klein 3-Pack Moisture Wicking Stretch Cotton Trunks $45 $31.50 at Nordstrom This three-pack of super-soft trunks are as comfy as you’d expect from Calvin Klein, and they’re a great length for summer’s shorter inseams, too. Oh La La Cheri Lace Romper $42 $31.50 at Nordstrom Lingerie isn’t just for when you have a partner — I’m a big fan of wearing it instead of another old T-shirt in order to get my mornings off to a little more of a glamorous, queen-of-my-castle vibe (yes, I am a Libra). This delicate romper is the perfect choice for summer’s warmer days, and the plunging neckline means it’s easy-on at bedtime, too. Nordstrom Zip Front Sweatshirt Dress $99 $49.49 at Nordstrom We’re huge fans of the poshed-up sweatshirt look, and this transitional piece is just as great with sneakers for the chillier days of spring as it is with boots for fall and winter. At half off, we’re adding to cart stat. Naturalizer Macayla Sneaker $110 $77 at Nordstrom “Comfort shoes” are looking cuter and cuter these days and shaking off the stigma of their Band-Aid looking past. These Naturalizers are part of the new wave of aesthetics for people who simply want a little more cushioning than your average pair of trainers, and the multi-toned upper keeps the look stylish and cool. Nike Court Vision Low Sneaker $70 $56 at Nordstrom Low slung and made from pebbled leather, these truly all-purpose, ’80s-basketball-inspired sneakers are the kind of thing you can wear with more casual suit looks or with your favorite weekend outfit. Ray-Ban Standard Classic Wayfarer 50mm Polarized Sunglasses $213 $163 at Nordstrom Neither Wayfarers nor sales ever go out of style, so when you can save $50 on a pair of Ray-Bans, we say go for it. Black, tortoise and dark tortoise are all on sale, and it doesn’t get more iconic than that. Home goods Soeder Natural Hand Soap $25 $15 at Nordstrom Luxury hand soap has become A Thing during the pandemic (what better way to feel a little less despondent about washing our hands 50 times a day?), and Soeder’s all-natural formulas don’t just look great in their amber bottles, but smell amazing too. The White Company European Down & Feather Duvet $259 $155.40 at Nordstrom Across the pond, people are all about duvets instead of comforters, which makes good sense — you can swap out the covers as you change up your look or swap out the duvet itself as the seasons change. The White Company, one of the top homeware companies in the U.K., makes some of the best. Score a light, medium or warm version of this down and feather duvet for a significant 40% off. Lucy & Co. The Singing in the Rain Reversible Harness $32 $12.80 at Nordstrom If you’re a dog owner, you’re heading out in all sorts of conditions to give your four-footed friend some exercise, and this harness is the perfect accessory for sunny days or rainy ones. Made from water-repellant neoprene, it has two different sides for two different looks, whatever the weather. Hestan CopperBond 3.5-Quart Sauté Pan with Lid $550 $399.95 at Nordstrom If you’re a passionate home cook and want to splurge on a piece of cookware you can keep forever, this copper-bonded lidded sauté pan is the do-it-all cookware for your creations. Made from high-grade stainless steel and a copper core, the pan is designed for super-even cooking and temperature control, whether you’re using it in the oven, under the broiler or a stovetop stir fry. You’ll have to hand-wash it, but these Italian-made pans are also metal-utensil safe. If 3.5 quarts sounds a little small to you, there’s also a 5-quart option on sale for $549.95. | https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/deals/nordstrom-sale-spring-2022?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer | 2022-04-18T14:52:22 | en | 0.906683 |
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This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Earth Week, a week-long focus on our planet and ways to celebrate and preserve it. We’ll be featuring tips on how to live more sustainably, products to help you spend more time in nature and exclusive deals all week, so check in every morning to see what’s new and be sure to subscribe to the CNN Underscored newsletter to see it all. If you want to take better care of the planet, learning how to compost is one of the best things you can do. Along with making the switch to eco-friendly products like Swedish dishcloths, reusable bags and bidets, driving less and wearing more sustainable clothes and shoes, home composting is a simple solution to help reduce your impact on the planet. Food waste is a huge contributor to climate change; in fact, according to the World Wildlife Fund, “about 6% to 8% of all human-caused greenhouse gas emissions could be reduced if we stop wasting food,” and in the US alone, food waste emits about the same amount of greenhouse gasses as 32.6 million cars. The EPA estimates that over one-third of food is wasted in the US, making it the most common material in landfills. And when food sits in those landfills, it’s unable to decompose. “When organic material (such as food scraps) is sent to the landfill, it is unable to break down naturally, but instead produces methane, a harmful greenhouse gas,” says Elena Lopez, outreach and communications manager at LA Compost, a nonprofit that helps improve compost access and education. So much food sits in landfills that, according to the EPA, “globally, food loss and waste represent 8% of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions.” Benefits of composting If you want to lessen your own carbon impact, composting your food waste is a great way to start. But figuring out how to compost at home can be daunting. You might think it’s reserved only for community gardens and farmers, but there’s no need to worry. We talked to compost experts, all who say it’s actually quite simple once you learn the basics. “Composting is one of the most important and relatively easy steps we can take to realign our lives and society with Earth,” says Rob Greenfield, environmental activist and author of several books, including “Zero Waste Kids: Hands-On Projects and Activities to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.” “First, it keeps food out of the landfill where it emits methane and other gasses that we don’t need. In the landfill wasted food can sit for decades, because a landfill is not designed for decomposition,” Greenfield says. “Next, it turns wasted resources like food waste, leaves and paper and turns it into rich compost that can be used to grow our own food and regenerate our depleted land.” What is compost? Compost is a soil chock-full of nutrients that’s created after organic matter breaks down. This soil is the end result of a decomposition process that occurs naturally, but one that we can mimic at home through several composting techniques. “When organic materials are composted, the process of composting allows the material to fully break down,” says Lopez. “The result is a finished compost product that is used to amend soils by adding nutrients that help many edible plants grow and thrive.” If you want to try composting, there are plenty of ways to do it in your backyard, or even in your kitchen. “There are a number of options for composting at home, including worm bins, bokashi, food recycler systems and a variety of backyard systems,” says Tara McKenna, author of “Don’t Be Trashy: A Practical Guide to Living With Less Waste and More Joy” and founder of The Zero Waste Collective. “It’s mostly a matter of picking the right option for your family, and your living situation.” How to compost There are a few simple techniques that make composting for beginners a breeze and we’ll dive in to all of them soon, but before you choose which method is best for you, it’s important to know how composting actually works. It may seem complicated because there are so many different methods, but at its root composting is very simple. “There are four essential elements of the composting process. The first, nitrogen, is what you might typically think of when you think of compost, food scraps! We call them ‘greens.’ Other green materials include green leaves, coffee grounds, eggshells and other materials that were once living,” says Lopez. “Next is carbon, or what we call ‘browns.’ Browns include mulch, dried leaves, sawdust, newspaper clippings and brown paper towels and bags.” Along with greens and browns, Lopez says compost also needs oxygen and water to keep the organisms that break down your food alive and well. “Once you understand these elements, you will simply collect your greens, add them to your compost system and layer browns over the greens each time,” Lopez says. “This is called ‘lasagna composting,’ due to the layering.” Lopez says you should turn and water your compost regularly, and your pile will start to shrink as the composting process begins. Lopez says the organic compost will have a moderate temperature of 65 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the first few days as the organisms begin to break down easy-to-digest materials. After a few weeks the temperature will rise to 130 to 155 degrees Fahrenheit as harder-to-digest materials are broken down and finally, after six to eight weeks, the decomposition will slow down and your compost will be finished. Lopez says to watch for a dark brown color and an ambient temperature of about 80 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit to know your compost is complete. While you’re composting, you’ll want to monitor the system to make sure it has enough of each of the four elements. Lopez says any problems that arise can most likely be solved by adjusting your ratio. “Pile isn’t heating up? Try adding more greens or turning more often. Getting odors or pests? Add more browns,” she says. “Composting is a natural process and is all about creating the right environment for organisms to live and do their jobs breaking down the organic material.” However, depending on what method of composting you use, this ratio can differ. “It’s always dependent on the system. Every system has its own rules and that’s why you’ve got to know what you’re making and how you’re making it,” Rebecca Louie, master composter and author of “Compost City: Practical Composting Know-How for Small-Space Living,” says. “Someone’s not going to hand you a Cuisinart and then you’re gonna use it like a pizza stone. It’s a completely different thing.” Louie likes to compare composting to making a cocktail. “There is a basic recipe for it, but you have to find out the precise elements that work for you, the right ratio for things,” she says. Louie (aka The Compostess) says you need to take into account all factors, such as if your environment gets really hot or cold and what sort of food scraps you plan on composting. “The goal, ultimately, is to create a system that is optimal for the bacteria to step in.” To ensure your organic compost is friendly to bacteria, Louie says the amount of moisture in your system is critical. “The ideal balance and texture coming out of any compost system should be that of a wrung-out sponge,” she says. You can’t let it get too wet or too dry or else the process won’t work properly. Compost tips The basics of how to compost at home are simple, but to ensure you have a happy composting journey we asked our experts for their favorite tips and tricks. Louie recommends covering your greens and food scraps with lots of browns if you don’t have a system with a lid. If you bury those scraps down in the pile, it’s less likely any pests or predators will be able to sniff them out.Louie also says that if you’re running short on browns and don’t have piles of dead leaves, you can use egg cartons, shredded paper and even cut-up, non-waxy cardboard boxes.When it comes to choosing a composter, Louie says that it’s better to go simple. “In most cases, the bells and whistles on a product are just that and not necessary if you’re doing it right,” says Louie. She encourages you to buy basic products or even build your own system, and puts emphasis on gaining more compost knowledge so you won’t need any fancy features.If you still want to compost but can’t do it at home, McKenna says to research to see if there’s a composting program near you. “See if a local community garden or farmers market will take your organic waste for compost,” she says. Lopez echoes this sentiment and says to ask around. “You may have a network of community composters near you and not even know it,” she says. “Check out makesoil.org or sharewaste.com to see if there are community composting efforts near you.” What can compost be used for? “Compost is like a magical elixir for any soil ecosystem,” says Louie. It helps plant growth, thanks to its multitude of nutrients and microbes and, thanks to its richness, you can add compost anywhere there’s soil. Louie recommends adding the final product to your garden, your plants and even trees on the street or at the park. In addition, if your system doesn’t produce lots of compost, such as with a vermicomposter, you can make compost tea, according to Louie. Just take compost, put it in some water, give it a sugary food and aerate it. It will bubble and become alive, then you can pour it into your soil for a nutritious boost or spray it on your plant’s leaves. Types of composters Now that you know the basics of composting, it’s time to figure out which system to use. To choose which compost method is best for you, Louie says the most important thing to do is figure out exactly what, and how much, you want to compost. “Set your own expectations of what you want to do,” says Louie. “Find a system that realistically matches with your waste stream and the level of effort that you want to put in.” In-ground compost If you have access to outdoor space, you have plenty of options for compost. The first, and what Louie says is the easiest, is what’s called trench composting. To trench compost all you need to do is dig a deep hole, toss your food scraps in and cover it with 8 to 10 inches of soil. A second and similar way is with a digester, which is basically a bin that’s partially underground and partially above ground. The part of the digester that’s below ground has holes so the soil’s ecosystem can break down your food scraps, but its lid on top keeps smells and pests away. There’s some variance in digesters, as some use a design that uses the heat of the sun to help decomposition and others encourage you to add worms. According to Louie, while digesters are able to compost your waste without worms since they’re placed in the ground, adding the little critters can help speed up the process — especially if your soil doesn’t naturally have a lot of worms — but in general they aren’t necessary. Both of these methods require less upkeep than other composting methods because they have access to the actual soil, which helps break down food with less maintenance. If you use a contained system like a vermicomposter or an elevated compost bin you’ll have to keep a closer eye on your ratio to ensure everything is composting smoothly. Green Cone Solar Waste Digester $249.95 at Earth Easy This digester lives partially in the ground, but its conical design helps heat up your food scraps to accelerate the decomposition process. Louie says if you go with a digester like this one, you might want to avoid adding worms because they won’t like the additional heat. Subpod In-Garden Compost System $214 at Subpod This digester doesn’t channel the heat of the sun like the Green Cone does; instead, it relies on worms to break down your waste. It lives partially in the ground so the worms can come and go as they please, spreading the nutrients throughout the soil. Tumbleweed Worm Feast In-Ground Worm Farm Composter $39.99 at The Home Depot This digester also lives mostly underground and encourages you to add worms to accelerate decomposition. There’s a lot of digging at the outset, but once the bin is stationed in the ground, you can simply open the lid and add your greens and browns. Behrens 31-Gallon Galvanized Steel Round Trash Can With Lid $30.97 at The Home Depot If you want to save money, you don’t have to actually buy a digester because you can make one yourself. Just drill holes into the bottom and lower third of a galvanized steel trash can, embed it into the ground and — voíla! — you have a composter. On-ground compost bins Yet another option is a compost bin that sits on top of the ground but still has holes in the bottom to help with drainage. It doesn’t have as much access to the natural soil, but since the bin is aboveground you can get a composter with multiple bins or even two separate ones if you need you to compost more at the same time. This system is similar to the one Greenfield prefers, which is an open-air, DIY composter. “The two main ways that I make a compost bin are with pallets that I pick up from going to waste or with hardware cloth/chicken wire,” Greenfield says. “Simply put the three pallets together to make a U shape and then on the front fashion some sort of door to keep dogs out, such as wood slabs, chicken wire or another pallet. Or if you are using the hardware cloth/chicken wire method, use about 10 feet and tie it into a circle. Simple as that!” Everbilt 1-Inch-by-4-Foot-by-50-Foot Poultry Netting $48.77 at The Home Depot This 50-foot package of chicken wire is more than enough to build a simple, circular DIY compost station like Greenfield’s. Greenes 77.3-Gallon Cedar Wood Stationary Composter $162.78 at The Home Depot If you don’t have spare pallets or want to build your own setup, this pre-built wooden composter is a great alternative. Bosmere 100-Gallon Steel Wire Compost Bin $68.39 at The Home Depot This steel-wire compost bin is the same idea as a circle of chicken wire, but this one has a door so you can easily access the compost when you need to. Redmon Since 1883 65-Gallon Compost Bin $79.99 $60.10 at Amazon This bin sits on the ground and makes contact with your soil, so all you have to worry about is your ratio of greens, browns, air and water. It’s got a snap-on lid on top and four small doors on the bottom to remove the finished compost. FreeGarden Earth 82-Gallon Enviro World Compost Bin $105.53 at The Home Depot This compost bin features a twisting lid to make it harder for pets and pests to get in, along with an adjustable body to regulate airflow and metal grounding pegs to ensure it stays in one place. Plus, it has a big opening at the bottom so you can easily remove compost when it has fully broken down. Elevated compost bins The last of the outdoor options are elevated, completely above-ground containers that have their own bottom that doesn’t leach into the soil. “The benefit of these is that they can go on your patios, on your rooftop, your balconies,” says Louie. “They can sit on surfaces and contain the composting process entirely within them, but there is usually a little bit more attention that needs to be paid to the balance of browns and greens and what you’re doing in there.” Louie says if you’re looking for a tumbler, you should consider a two-chambered one because they help a lot with harvesting. You can harvest one chamber while the other is still composting, which means you don’t have to sit and wait for one pile to completely compost before adding more food scraps. Exaco 43-Gallon Mr. Spin Dual-Chamber Compost Tumbler $88.14 at The Home Depot This dual-chamber tumbler has a built-in thermometer so you can quickly and easily keep tabs on your pile’s progress. Plus, its sturdy base ensures it stays stable even when you’re spinning the compost to aerate it. FCMP Outdoor Tumbling Composter With Two Chambers $76.99 at The Home Depot This tumbler also has two compartments so you can separate your new and old compost. Plus, it’s made from durable and UV-resistant plastic so it can withstand the elements. Vivosun Outdoor Tumbling Composter Dual Rotating Batch Compost Bin $105.99 $94.99 at Amazon This tumbler has two sliding doors leading to separate compartments, making adding organic waste and removing finished compost a breeze. This bin also comes with a pair of gardening gloves so you can keep your hands clean when you’re managing your pile. Vermicompost If you want an indoor system, the most common option is a worm bin, also known as vermicomposting, which is a contained ecosystem where “you are sort of like the overlord of thousands of worms and you very carefully feed them portions of food scraps,” says Louie. They live in a bedding of carbon-rich paper or cardboard, eat your food scraps and poop out nutrient- and microbially rich casting. Portion control is critical to success when vermicomposting, says Louie. Oftentimes you’ll see statistics that composting worms can eat half their weight in scraps per day, but Louie warns that intake is at a worm’s peak performance, so you should start off slow with just a cup or two of food scraps, depending on how many worms you have. She recommends freezing the scraps, thawing them out again so you can drain the water, then feeding them to your worms. She says you should then wait for the food to be mostly gone before you feed again. Worm Factory 360 $131.95 at Amazon This large worm composter has four trays that can be expanded up to six. The worms will move up the trays to find more food, so as the bottom tray’s compost is finished, you can remove it and put it at the top of the stack, creating a loop system. FCMP Outdoor Essential Living Composter $74.09 at The Home Depot This 6-gallon option features three different levels and is available in four colors. Its small size makes it perfect for apartment composters. Tumbleweed Can-O-Worms Compost Worm Farm Starter Kit $113.85 at The Home Depot This bin has two round trays where the worms can live and break down your food scraps. Plus, it has a ventilated lid to keep your worms happy and any flies or pests out. Bokashi Bokashi is a method that Louie says isn’t actually composting but rather “a process of fermenting organic food waste in an airtight container.” It’s a little different than other methods since normal composting is aerobic, but in short, bokashi uses a specific kind of fish flake to ferment food scraps in an airtight, anaerobic setting. The big difference between bokashi and normal compost is that you’re not done after you toss your food scraps into the bucket. With bokashi, once the waste is fermented you need to bury it in the ground so it can fully decompose. Although it’s a bit more work, Louie says bokashi is a great option because you can decompose all sorts of things that you wouldn’t be able to in normal compost like meat, bones, oils and candy. I Kito 2-Gallon Food Grade Bucket With Easy Airtight Spin-Off and Spin-On Lid $25 at Amazon You can buy bokashi starter kits, but if you have a couple buckets and some time, you can easily make your own. The one thing you really have to do is create some sort of drainage system for your bokashi, which this tutorial does by drilling or cutting holes into a bucket, then tightly nesting it into another. Once that’s set up, simply add your food waste and bokashi flakes and let it work its magic. All Seasons Bokashi Compost Starter $16.45 $12.17 at Amazon All Seasons bokashi flakes are available in 1-, 2- and 3-gallon portions so you can stock up on your composting needs. While bokashi flakes are easy to find online, if you want to save some money you can make your own if you’re feeling adventurous enough. Maze 2.1-Gallon Maze Bokashi Grain $59.99 at The Home Depot Another option for bokashi flakes, this one from Maze comes in a 2.1-gallon bag. Maze Airtight Bokashi Composter Kit $89 $59 at Maze This starter kit from Maze includes an airtight bin that features a built-in tap to drain any unnecessary liquid and a liquid bokashi starter spray. All Seasons Indoor Composter Starter Kit $63.95 at Amazon This kit also features an airtight bucket and a bag of bokashi flakes. Countertop machines The last indoor options are countertop machines that rapidly dehydrate and churn your food scraps. They are expensive (this one from Lomi is $499) and depending on the machine you get, the final product might not actually be compost but rather a shrunken, dried-out version of your food that can then be put into a composter or sprinkled into your garden. Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50 $399.95 at Vitamix The Vitamix FoodCycler rapidly dehydrates and chops up your food scraps to turn it into a recycled food compound. While this mixture isn’t quite compost, you can mix it into soil to turn it into a nutrient-rich fertilizer. This machine takes up only 1 cubic foot of space and can be run multiple times per day. Lomi Kitchen Composter $499 at Pela Earth The Lomi — created by Pela, which makes compostable tech accessories — is similar to the Vitamix FoodCycler; however, it has a special “grow mode” that takes over 20 hours but turns your food scraps into a more mature, nutrient-dense soil that you can add directly to your plants and garden. Plus, the Lomi is designed to break down certain bioplastics, such as Pela phone cases, which isn’t normally possible with at-home compost systems. What can be composted There’s a little bit of debate about what can and cannot be composted, but it really depends on what type of composting you’re doing. “Everything will break down,” Louie says, “but ‘Should it break down in your system?’ is the question.” In general, you can compost basically anything that was once living. “The items you can compost depends on your compost system,” says McKenna. “For my municipal compost system, the following items are accepted: houseplants and flowers, fruits and vegetables, paper towels and tissues, food scraps and coffee filters, grain products, dairy products, meat and bones, and paper soiled with food.” Similarly, Lopez says most food waste is good to throw into your compost. “A short list of typical home composting inputs are fruit and veggie scraps, eggshells, coffee grounds, unbleached paper products, cardboard, newspaper clippings, yard trimmings and old flowers,” she says. Other things you might not think to compost? “I would recommend also composting hair and fingernail clippings (both your own and pets),” says Greenfield. What not to compost While you can compost a lot, there are definitely things you shouldn’t be throwing in your bin. Be sure to pick out any plastic packaging that might be on your food scraps like rubber bands or those pesky stickers on fruit. In addition, Louie says depending on your system, it’s a good idea to avoid cooked foods, oils, salty materials and meats. This is because they either generate a lot of odor when they decompose, attract predators and pests, or are harmful to the worms and bacteria in your compost. You might also be wondering about certain products you buy that say they are compostable. Before you throw it in your bin, carefully read the label because it might not actually be compostable in your system. “Compostable plastics are designed to decompose in industrial facilities at extremely high temperatures,” Lopez says. “Many paper-based products are often coated in a grease-resistant synthetic liner. Compostable plastics and paper products contain PFAS, a group of ‘forever chemicals’ that never fully break down and contaminate the environment, causing chronic health issues. Only products made from pure wood, bamboo, palm leaf or PLA do not have PFAS.” Compost tools Now that you’re ready to compost, you’ll probably want a few more supplies. Here’s a list of our favorite tools that will help you get the best compost possible. “Compost City: Practical Composting Know-How for Small-Space Living” by Rebecca Louie $16 at Amazon If you want to learn more from the Compostess herself, check out Louie’s book which explains all you need to know to successfully compost at home. Utopia Kitchen Compost Bin $26.34 $23.99 at Amazon Easily collect your kitchen scraps in this handy home composting bin. It features a charcoal filter so you won’t smell your food waste before you add it to your compost. Tiyafuro 2.4-Gallon Kitchen Compost Bin $35.99 $26.99 at Amazon This compost bin can be mounted onto any cabinet or wall so you can save counter space. Package Free Compost Bin Container $24 at Package Free Shop This option from Package Free also features a charcoal filter in its lid to keep any unwanted smells inside. Bamboozle Kitchen Compost Bin $49.99 $44.99 at Amazon If you want a stylish compost bin, there’s no better option than this one from Bamboozle. It’s made from bamboo fiber and available in black and white. If you want an even more fashionable one, check out more color options at Food52. 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This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Earth Week, a weeklong focus on our planet and ways to celebrate and preserve it. We’ll be featuring tips on how to live more sustainably, products to help you spend more time in nature and exclusive deals all week, so check in every morning to see what’s new, and be sure to subscribe to the CNN Underscored newsletter to see it all. It’s Earth Week at CNN Underscored and while we’re covering ways to get outside and live a more sustainable life, the National Parks Service is celebrating National Parks Week. From April 16 to 22, parks across the country will be hosting special events and encouraging people to come visit and experience the natural beauty they have to offer. Since we think the best way to celebrate the Earth is to get outside, we reached out to park rangers at 12 different national parks, monuments and recreational sites for tips on how to properly visit a national park. From advice on how to plan, to the essentials you should bring to every park, here are park ranger-approved tips and tricks for visiting national parks. What is a national park? National parks are congressionally-designated protected areas that are operated and maintained by the National Parks Service. Currently, there are 63 national parks in the United States, all protected for different cultural, natural and ecological reasons. There’s a wide variety of parks from Yellowstone National Park, which covers 2.2 million acres and Gates of the Arctic National Park, which is so remote you have to fly or hike into it, to the tropical National Park of American Samoa or the Gateway Arch National Park in the heart of St. Louis. But parks aren’t the only thing the National Parks Service manages. There are also national rivers, seashores, monuments and so much more that the government protects. No matter the designation, these sites strive to protect and preserve the landscapes and environments so the public can visit and enjoy them for years to come. There’s sure to be a site near you, so if you’re ready to visit one, check out tips from park rangers below. Tips for visiting a national park “Plan, plan, plan,” says Michael Barber, public affairs officer at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. “Doing some basic planning before a trip will help visitors stay safe and not miss out on sights and activities at their destinations.” Many parks have millions of acres and a seemingly endless number of activities for you, that’s why most of the rangers we talked to encouraged doing your due diligence before you arrive at the park. “Before going to any national park unit, go to the park website,” says Lori Rome, chief of interpretation at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. “There is safety information, orientation information, and pages to learn more about park topics and resources.” If you take the time to plan your visit — and come up with a backup plan too — your experience in the park will be much more enjoyable. This is especially true if you’re planning on camping, Chris Derman, chief of interpretation and education at Big South Fork National River says. “You have to make a reservation on recreation.gov,” he says. “There’s a very good chance there won’t be any sites available by the time you get here.” On top of figuring out exactly where you want to go and what you want to do, many rangers also suggested stopping by the park’s visitor’s center to get even more information and advice. “Stop into the visitor center to speak with a ranger. Rangers can identify what might be the best spots to visit or the best activities based upon the conditions of the day, and they can give you tips to help you best connect with the park,” says Dylann Turffs, outreach and education ranger at Everglades National Park. “Rangers can identify what might be the best spots to visit or the best activities based upon the conditions of the day, and they can give you tips to help you best connect with the park. We work in these amazing parks because we love them.” To help preserve this beauty that park rangers and visitors love so much, it’s important to respect the environment and stay on the trail. “National Parks Service trails lead to amazing places, staying on the trail helps preserve the park and it ensures that you’ll get to enjoy your experience and the folks that visit next or long in the future will get to have a similar experience,” says Jonathan Shafer, public affairs specialist at Zion National Park. “Remembering while you’re in the park to travel and camp on durable surfaces is a really important thing that everyone can do that’s very simple to help keep these places special.” Rangers we talked to also made sure to emphasize to stay out of closed areas and respect the wildlife. “Bears are iconic symbols in the Smokies, but they are also dangerous wild animals,” says Dana Soehn, management assistant of public affairs at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. “While rare, attacks on humans do occur, causing injuries or death.” Make sure to look on the park’s website for what to do if you encounter wild animals. You should also expect crowds at many national parks, especially the most popular ones like Great Smoky Mountains, which had more than 14 million visits in 2021. However, if you plan to go on a weekday or in off-seasons, you’re more likely to have a less stressful experience. Shyla Ronia, law enforcement park ranger at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park has a ranger tip. “Check operating hours for the park you plan to visit. Many visitors don’t realize that Hawaii Volcanoes is open 24 hours a day,” she says. “When Kilauea is putting on a show, like now, you can avoid the crowds and watch the eruption at non-peak times, like after 10 p.m. or before sunrise.” Derman also recommends telling someone where you’re going and what time you’ll be back whenever you venture into a park. “That way if you run into trouble and you’re overdue, people know where to go look for you.” While there are many tips to help keep you safe and prepare for your trip, some of the best advice we got was to slow down and appreciate the natural beauty surrounding you. “I always tell visitors when you are in parks to try and have a moment to yourself to really soak up everything that is around you,” says Karli Sinclair, interpretive park ranger at Congaree National Park. “My most memorable experiences in nature have been when I don’t have my camera out and I am just enjoying the sounds and sights around me.” National park trip essentials The first thing you need when you go to a national park is a way to get in. While the prices vary at every location, you can purchase an annual interagency pass if you plan on visiting more than one park per year. “I highly encourage getting an annual interagency pass at the beginning of any trip,” says Rome. “As of today, the cost is $80 and it’s good for an entire year providing entrance access into national parks with a fee and other federal lands. It’s a wonderful deal.” But beyond a pass, many rangers say that what you should bring depends entirely on what your visit is going to look like. “Every National Park is unique and many require different provisions to enjoy,” says Sinclair. “You’ll want some different items with you walking around the National Mall compared to exploring the Wilderness of Congaree. That being said, a map of the area, extra water and dressing in layers is almost always a must-have.” Below are some essentials you should bring on every National Park trip. While the rangers and National Parks Service employees we interviewed told us what visitors should bring on a trip, they couldn’t recommend specific products, so what you see below and throughout the story are our own favorites based on their recommendations. Nalgene Ultralite Wide-Mouth Water Bottle $7.95 at REI Staying hydrated is of utmost importance no matter which park you’re visiting. This classic Nalgene holds 32 ounces of water so you can drink enough water throughout the day. Hydro Flask National Park Foundation Limited Edition 32-Ounce Wide Mouth Water Bottle $49.95 at Hydro Flask If you want to show off your love for national parks while hydrating, check out Hydro Flask’s limited edition bottles that have designs inspired by parks. Yellowstone, Yosemite, Hawai’i Volcanoes and Olympic are all featured. See more of our favorite water bottles here. Clif Bar Chocolate Brownie Energy Bars, 12-Pack $13.79 $12.29 at Amazon While you should pack a couple sandwiches and something more hearty, having a few energy bars is a great way to stay fueled on your hikes and adventures. Stasher Sandwich Bag $12.99 at Stasher Skip the ziploc bag that will end up in the trash and instead pack your lunch and snacks in a reusable Stasher bag. Check out our full review of Stasher bags here. Hart Outdoor Day Hike First-Aid Kit $13.95 at REI Many rangers we talked to recommended bringing a first aid kit with you. Whether you have one in your car or throw a small one like this in your backpack while you hike, it’s important to always be prepared if you get injured in the wild. Derman also says it’s important to bring any medications you might need, especially if you might have an allergic reaction to anything in the park like bees. Patagonia Torrentshell 3L $149 at Patagonia Our favorite rain jacket, the Patagonia Torrentshell is lightweight, incredibly waterproof and packs down into its own pocket so you can throw it in your daypack. Red Ledge EVA Adult Poncho $6.95 at REI If you just need something quick to throw on while you’re sightseeing, this poncho is a cheap and effective layer that’ll keep you dry. Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Jacket $139 at Patagonia Nearly all of the NPS workers we talked to recommended bringing extra layers as the temperatures can vary a lot in the parks. This fleece jacket is great because you can throw it over your t-shirt on warmer days or put it on under your jacket when it gets colder. National Geographic National Parks Map From $14.95 at National Geographic Maps The rangers suggested bringing along a map of the park you’re planning on visiting, since many parks have spotty cell service — if any. They encouraged getting a map so you don’t have to rely on your phone to know where you are. These sturdy, illustrated maps from National Geographic are super detailed and have trail information, all while being waterproof and tear-resistant. Suunto A-10 Compass $27 at REI Derman says if you have the ability, a map and compass is a great thing to have since many national parks, Big South Fork included, don’t have good cell service. If you know how to use a map and compass, you can navigate yourself along any trail. REI Co-op Flash Hiking Boots $150 at REI This pair of hiking boots are a great balance of support, traction and weight all for a lower price than you’d expect. If you want to see more expert-approved boots, check out our full guide here. NPS App Free at National Parks Service The one thing the rangers were able to specifically recommend was the National Parks App, which features interactive maps and everything you need to plan your visit. The free, official app has tools to explore more than 400 parks across the country. AllTrails Free at AllTrails If you’re planning on going hiking, we recommend checking out Alltrails, a free app that helps you research, plan and navigate your hikes. The free version lets you search and read reviews on all sorts of trails, and if you pay $29.99 for an annual membership to AllTrails Pro, you can even download maps and print backups so you can navigate without cell service. Campspot Prices vary at Campspot If you want to camp inside of a national park, you’ll have to reserve a site at recreation.gov, but if spots are full and you need to find a site outside of the park, check out Campspot, a site that helps you find and reserve all sorts of camping experiences. We’ve used the service along with The Dyrt to book many camping trips. Polaroid Go Instant Camera $99.99 at Polaroid You just have to take a cute picture when you go to a national park. If you want something more special than just a shot with your phone, take this Polaroid Go with you to capture all your memories. Now that you have all your essentials, we asked each park employee if there was anything special to bring to their specific park and what to expect when you visit. Here are some tips for visiting 12 national parks and recreation sites straight from the people that work there. Acadia National Park “Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage,” says Kathy Grant, park ranger at Acadia National Park in Maine. “It’s a great park for hiking, bicycling, birdwatching, camping, picnicking and stargazing. There are also great opportunities for exploring tidepools, swimming and boating.” Grant says one of the best times to visit Acadia National Park is actually in the winter. “A winter visit to Acadia is quieter and offers amazing opportunities for skiing and snowshoeing (learn more about visiting in the winter).” Acadia National Park is also one of the most dog-friendly national parks since dogs are allowed on most trails as long as they’re on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Dogs aren’t allowed on several trails, at Sand Beach and Echo Lake Beach for parts of the year, in park buildings or at ranger-led programs, however, a Bark Ranger program ensures there are plenty of things to do with your pup. “I’ll also remind pet owners to think about their pet’s limitations,” Grant says. “Think about whether your pet can really climb Acadia’s mountains or is ready for a hike on a hot day.” Grant emphasizes that Acadia is one of the busiest parks in the US, logging more than 4 million visitors in 2021. That’s why she says it’s critical to plan ahead of time. “We encourage visitors to start their trip planning at nps.gov/Acadia and consider places to go and things to do before arriving,” she says, “During the peak season (June - October), parking in popular park destinations is limited and typically fills before 9 a.m.” In fact, one of the most popular sites in Acadia, the summit of Cadillac Mountain (the highest point on the eastern seaboard in the U.S.) gets so busy you will need to get a vehicle reservation if you’re planning on driving to the top between May 25 and Oct. 22. Grant strongly encourages visitors to snag a reservation well before their actual visit. Here are a few products you should pack if you plan on visiting Acadia National Park. Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket $199 at Patagonia “Bring a second pair of socks and clothing for multiple types of weather — the weather can change quickly in Maine,” Grant says. This light jacket from Patagonia is easily packable and will help you stay warm when the temperature begins to drop. Kahtoola EXOspikes Traction System $62.95 at REI “If you’re hiking in Acadia in the winter, you should always carry some kind of footwear traction,” Grant says. “Trekking poles are also encouraged in the winter.” Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area “This park, for better or worse, flies under the radar,” says Christopher Derman, chief of interpretation and education at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Tennessee. “We have Great Smoky Mountains National Park, they are routinely the most heavily visited National Park. We are two hours drive west of them and we receive a tenth of their visitation and you can argue that a lot of the sites and sounds and things you can do are on par with what you can experience at Great Smoky Mountains.” The park has 125,000 acres of space where you can recreate, and Derman says it can often feel like you have the whole place to yourself. Horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking and camping are all easily accessible, as well as watersports. However, Derman says if you plan on going into the water, be sure to bring and wear a personal floatation device. “The water, I can guarantee, is stronger and deeper than you expect it to be,” he says. Astral E-Linda PFD $125 at REI This PFD comes in three different sizes to ensure a snug fit and features two front pockets for easy access to your essentials and a highly breathable back material to help you stay comfortable. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park “The park is rugged and dramatic, so most folks drive the South Rim Road, stop at all the viewpoints, and hike short trails,” says Lori Rome, chief of interpretation at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Colorado. “Exploring the inner canyon is incredibly challenging and most don’t venture below the rim. If folks want to, they need to research in advance, train for the challenges and prepare for obstacles. Hiking in the inner canyon requires a permit and there are limits on use.” While hiking below the rim is for experienced and prepared hikers only, there are still plenty of less adventurous things to do at Black Gunnison National Park, including stargazing. “The park is an International Dark Sky park so stargazing is spectacular,” says Rome. “The park is at high elevation and has clean dry air, so the sky at night is breathtaking.” Rome also wants visitors to know that Black Canyon is managed with the Curecanti National Recreation Area. “What ties the parks is the Gunnison River and the canyon system,” says Rome. “Visiting both and learning about their similarities and differences is worthy of a trip. Curecanti has more hiking trails and many are dog-friendly. Both parks reveal the story of humans and their impact on a landscape and they both have incredible views, diverse ecology, and interesting geology.” Here are a few useful items you’ll want to pack on your trip to Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti. Petzl Actik Core Headlamp $69.95 at REI When you’re walking to your stargazing site, you’ll want to make sure you’re going down the right trail. Illuminate the way with this top-rated headlamp from Petzl. Baggu Packable Sun Hat $36 at Baggu “Black Canyon is high elevation, so the sun is intense,” says Rome. “Wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen or cover up.” This sun hat from Baggu is one of our favorites because it can pack down into itself so you can throw it in any bag. Cape Hatteras National Seashore “Established in 1953, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is America’s first national seashore,” says Michael Barber, public affairs officer at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina. “Swimming, surfing, lighthouse climbing, fishing, hiking, camping and beach driving are all popular things to do. By foot, bicycle or vehicle, we urge our visitors to explore their seashore and create lasting memories.” There’s plenty to do at Cape Hatteras, but Barber emphasizes to take the appropriate precautions, especially when it comes to the ocean. “A mistake made by some visitors is thinking that the conditions in the Atlantic Ocean are similar to conditions in a lake or pond,” he says. “Rip currents — and ways to avoid and escape from them — should be researched by every visitor planning to enter the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras.” Barber also says to look into surrounding parks when you’re visiting Cape Hatteras, as Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial are both just 15 minutes from the national seashore. In terms of special equipment, Barber also recommends sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat since visitors will likely spend lots of time in the sun. Coppertone Pure and Simple Sunscreen Lotion $9.99 $8.97 at Amazon This mineral sunscreen from Coppertone is our favorite thanks to its light feel. Certain ingredients in chemical sunscreens can negatively affect ocean life, which is why we recommend this one, especially if you’re going into the water. Chiricahua National Monument “Chiricahua was established as a National Monument in 1924 to preserve and share the unique rock pinnacles formed by erosion after the massive eruption of the Turkey Creek Volcano 27 million years ago,” says Matthew Cahill, supervisory park ranger at Chiricahua in Arizona. “Chiricahua is also a ‘Sky Island’ with unique flora and fauna at the [ecological] intersection of the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts and the Sierra Madre and Rocky Mountains.” While enjoying the scenery at Chiricahua, Cahill wants to remind visitors that it’s a desert environment, which means you’ll want to drink a lot of water. “Visitors should be sure to carry several liters of water when they hike at Chiricahua National Monument,” he says. “Even in the winter, dehydration is a significant risk in the desert. Salty snacks are also advised.” He also advises visitors to bring some sort of a light source, whether that’s a flashlight or headlamp in case they’re still on the trails when night falls. “A light source besides your phone is a valuable tool especially in winter when days are shorter,” he says. “Chiricahua National Monument is an International Dark Sky Park. If you found yourself at nightfall on the canyon trails, your only choice would be to stay put and wait for morning.” Coast G22 Flashlight $12.95 at REI This nifty little flashlight is small enough to keep in your pocket or a small pocket in your bag. That way you’ll always have a backup light in case it gets dark before you expected. Congaree National Park “Congaree is the largest remaining section of old-growth bottomland forest in the United States and our boardwalk provides an accessible way to experience the wilderness floodplain,” says Karli Sinclair, interpretive park ranger at Congaree National Park in South Carolina. “Congaree is an immersive experience, instead of coming for a scenic vista visitors become enveloped by our forest. This park can provide people with moments of peace and solitude.” If you’re looking for a quiet space to enjoy the subtle beauties of nature, not many places can beat Congaree. However, Sinclair reminds you to be prepared for some rough terrain. “Before arriving at Congaree visitors should make sure they are wearing proper footwear, such as boots or comfortable hiking shoes,” she says. “Congaree is a floodplain which means that we can have mud, roots, and standing water on our trails. We also have creatures in our park that can cause a hazard if you are not wearing proper footwear.” But if you come prepared, Sinclair encourages you to enjoy the peace you can find in the park. “When you come to the floodplain, take advantage of our benches on the boardwalk,” she says. “Listen to the bird songs and maybe write a poem to record what you are feeling and seeing in the moment.” La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Hiking Boots $209 at REI These sturdy hiking boots have high support and are made with Gore-Tex, a waterproof membrane that will ensure your feet stay dry even when you’re trekking through the mud. Moleskine Classic Pocket Notebook $14.95 $11.95 at Amazon Write down all your thoughts and poems in this small, portable notebook from Moleskine so you can remember your experience at Congaree for years to come. Dinosaur National Monument “Like many parks, Dinosaur has incredible scenery, wildlife and cultural sites, but it also has 150 million year old dinosaur fossils that you can see and a few you can touch,” says Dan Johnson, program leader for interpretation, education and visitor services at Dinosaur National Monument in Utah. “If visitors come in the summer, definitely [bring] several water bottles with plenty of water. Temperatures often exceed 100 degrees [Fahrenheit] during the summer months.” While the weather can get pretty extreme at Dinosaur, Johnson says visitors are actually least prepared for the size of the monument. “Probably the biggest mistake is that visitors often don’t realize how large Dinosaur National Monument is (210,000 acres) and the distance of travel time it takes to visit various areas of the monument,” he says. “Many visitors also think [that] because of our name, the only thing to see here is Dinosaur fossils and wish they had planned more time to visit some of the other attractions.” Nikon Aculon A211 8 x 42 Binoculars $89.95 $69.99 at REI Johnson also recommends bringing a pair of binoculars to make it easier to spot and observe wildlife from a safe distance. Danner Mountain 600 Full-Grain Leather Hiking Boots $209.95 at REI “Because Dinosaur is a rock environment with cactus, sturdy shoes or boots for hiking are important,” Johnson says. These boots from Danner provide plenty of support and protection in rough terrain. Great Smoky Mountains National Park “The Smokies offers something for everyone in a traveling group,” says Dana Soehn, management assistant of public affairs at Great Smoky Mountains National Park along the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. “There are over 800 miles of backcountry trails that provide access to 500,000 acres of wilderness, opportunities for camping, backpacking, picnicking, fishing, biking, horse-back riding, and 384 miles of scenic roadways that were specifically designed with overlooks so that people could have an incredible auto-touring experience.” While there’s a lot to see, you’ll also likely run into a lot of other people at Great Smoky. “Visitors need to be prepared for the congestion and crowding that can occur in the nation’s most visited park,” Soehn says. “We had more than 14 million visits in 2021.” To avoid that congestion, Soehn suggests visiting in off-peak times. “Generally, winter, late spring and early fall are less busy times, aside from the weekends. Keep in mind that while visitation is less in the winter months, we still receive more visitors each month in December, January and February than most national parks receive during summer months.” She also recommends coming mid-week and early in the morning or later in the afternoon. If you’re planning on bringing your pup, you might want to reconsider or go to Big South Fork National River instead because dogs are only allowed on two of the trails in Great Smoky, along with the campgrounds, picnic areas and along roads, according to Soehn. Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket $399 at REI “The Smokies receive, on average, 55 inches of rain at low elevations to more than 85 inches of rain at the high elevations,” says Soehn. “Depending on the elevation and location, it can often be raining somewhere in the park, even while sunny skies are present.” REI Co-op Flash Insulated Hoodie $159 at REI “Due to elevation gradients, the temperature varies by 10 to 20 degrees,” Soehn says. “Even in the summer months, the high elevation forests can be cold on rainy days. Hypothermia can occur.” Make sure to pack a jacket like this one so you can stay warm even in the cold forests at high elevation. Everglades National Park “Everglades National Park is different in that it was the first national park protected because of its biodiversity,” says Dylann Turffs, outreach and education ranger at Everglades National Park in Florida. “It hosts an incredible array of plant and animal species inhabiting nine different habitats.” Due to its location, the weather in Everglades can get pretty uncomfortable in the summer months. “Many visitors to the Everglades prefer visiting during the cooler months of the dry season, December through March, when the weather is more comfortable, mosquitoes are less common, and the conditions provide opportunities to more easily spot wildlife,” says Turffs. “The lowering water levels during the dry season [concentrates] aquatic species including alligators, freshwater fish and invertebrates, and the birds that prey upon them.” Proven Insect Repellent Spray $12.47 at Amazon Turffs says to come prepared with insect repellent, especially if you’re visiting during the rainy season. This one from Proven is our favorite bug spray thanks to its portability, lack of scent, wide coverage and effectiveness. If you want more recommendations, check out our story on the best bug repellents. Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park “To me, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a park best explored on foot,” says Shyla Ronia, law enforcement park ranger at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. “We have more than 150 miles of hiking trails that extend from sea level to the nearly 14,000-foot summit of Mauna Loa.” While hiking you’ll not only be able to see the geological wonders, but also learn about the land’s history. “Many national parks focus [on] the tangible and physical resources, water, trees, etc. Then there are historical sites that discuss cultures and history of the area,” says Ronia. “But Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park does both. The first word Hawai’i addresses the people and our rich culture. Then of course there are the volcanoes, one of natureʻs most dynamic and captivating natural phenomena. There is cultural significance and scientific wonder here.” In terms of gear, Ronia suggests the usual list of food, water, sturdy shoes, rain gear and extra layers, especially if you’re hiking up to the summit of Kilauea. However, she does want to remind visitors to drive slowly to protect the rarest goose in the world, the nene and to be prepared for crowds. “Most visitors do not seem prepared for the crowd sizes, and when they get frustrated, some visitors take it out on park rangers,” she says. “If the park is busy the staff are not to blame. Being prepared for the wait/crowds and having a backup plan is my best advice, and to treat everyone, including rangers, with aloha.” Joshua Tree National Park “Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in Joshua Tree National Park so it is a great place to see the transition zone of these two iconic deserts,” says Hannah Schwalbe, park ranger at Joshua Tree National Park in California. “Visitors come to sightsee, hike, rock climb, stargaze, birdwatch, and enjoy numerous other activities.” In terms of when to visit, Schwalbe says every season has its charms. “Summer is best for stargazing and avoiding crowds, but it can be dangerously hot, and midday activities are severely limited,” she says. “Fall, winter and spring can be a great time for hiking and rock climbing when the temperatures are low or moderate. Fall and spring can be the best times for birdwatching.” She also wants to warn visitors that planning is critical before you visit Joshua Tree because the park has almost no facilities or infrastructure. Zion National Park “One of the things that’s really exciting about Zion is that it’s a very popular place,” says Jonathan Shafer, public affairs specialist at Zion National Park in Utah. “There are people coming here from around the country and across the globe and folks come here because they want to see the iconic scenery of the canyon.” Zion had over 5 million visits in 2021, the most in park history, so Shafer says it’s absolutely essential to plan your trip. One thing he mentions that many people overlook is that the only way to get into Zion canyon — one of, if not the most popular area of the park — is through the park’s shuttle service. “It’s really important for visitors to know where to get the shuttle,” he says. And if you’re wanting to do the most popular hike in Zion, Angel’s Landing, you’ll need to have a permit, says Shafer. To get a permit, you’ll need to enter yourself into a seasonal lottery, which will give you access to the hike months in advance. Currently a lottery is open through April 20 to get a permit to hike between June 1 and Aug. 31. If you’re more of the spontaneous type, you can apply for the day-before lottery between 12 a.m. and 3 p.m. the day before you’re trying to hike. “No matter when you want to apply, there’s an easy way to get a permit to hike to Angel’s Landing.” Shafer also wants to remind visitors to be mindful of how they’re feeling throughout the day, as it can get very hot in Zion in the summer. “Be sure to watch for signs of dehydration or heat exhaustion if you’re in the park,” he says. Additionally, if you’re hiking in narrow canyons, Shafer says you need to be aware that flash floods are a real possibility whenever there’s rain. “Flash floods can be caused by storms that are miles away,” he says. “They can be life threatening, so it’s important to keep in mind if you’re going into a narrow canyon like The Narrows, to check the forecast and be aware of what conditions may be like on the day of your visit.” | https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/outdoors/national-park-visiting-tips?iid=CNNUnderscoredHPcontainer | 2022-04-18T14:52:34 | en | 0.948609 |
A:AV IT IS COLD OUT THERE, YOU PROBABLY WTAN THE HEAT ON IN YOUR CAR. TEMPERATURES ARE FALLING TO THE 30’S TO OUR NORTH. 34 RIGHT NOW IN PARKTON, 30 FIVE ABERDE,EN BELOW FREEZING IN SOUTHERN PENNSYLVANIA. THAT HARD PHRASE CAN BE DAMAGING TO PLANTS, IF YOU HAVE ANYTHING OUTSIDE, COVER IT UP NOW. WE ARE LOONGKI AT DRY WEATHER BUT CLOUDS INCREASING. WE WILL WATCH AS THIS RAIN KEEPS US A LOT COLDER TODAY, HIGHS ONLY IN THE 40’S WITH A BREEZE OU T OF THE EAST THAT MAKES IT CHILLY AS WELL .YOU WANT SOMETHING WATERPROOF O THE REST OF TODAY, THE RAIN DEVELOPED BY 10:00 A.M. AND THE RE ST OF TODAY WILL BECOME HEAVY AT TIMES. TEMPERATURES IN THE 40’S THE REST OF TODAY. THE RAIN WILL DEVELOP FROM THE SOUTH AND WEST, IT IS A WINTRY MIX THROUGHOUT WESTERN MARYLAND. THERE COULDE B SOME ICING IN PARTS OF OAKLAND THIS MORNING. THEN IT CHANGES TO A SLHYUS SNOW ACCUMULATION ANYWHERE WEST OF FREDERICK. THE RAIN WILL BE HEAVY ON A LTBAIMORE AT TIMES WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT FOR THE EVENING, EITGH -- FOR THE EVENING COMMUTE. TEMPERATURES COULD ONCE AGAIN DIP INTO THE0' ’S. AND WESTERN MARYLAND WILL STILL BE GETTING SOME SLOAN -- SOME SNOW ACCUMULATION TOWARD GARRETT COUNTY. BE CAUTIOUS WHIT PLANTING, IT IS 30’S FOR THE NEXT FEW MORNINGS. 60’S ENTH THROUGH THE MIDDLE OF THE WEE
11 News Today: Ever Forward finally freed from Bay; Mass shootings in Pittsburgh, South Carolina
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Meteorologist Ava Marie says after a frosty start to the day, rain will develop after 9 a.m. and become heavy through the afternoon and evening. Areas of frost are possible for the next few mornings, but the rest of the week should be drier. Temperatures will warm into next weekend.
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Violent Easter weekend leaves Baltimore residents frustrated and in fear | It's been another violent weekend in Baltimore City, adding to an already violent year. In just this past Easter weekend alone, police said at least 10 people have been shot. Read more here
The U.S. Coast Guard told 11 News the ship was moving Sunday morning after it was stuck in the Chesapeake Bay off the coast of Gibson Island since March 13. Read more here.
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Ten people were shot in Pittsburgh's North Side early Sunday morning, and two of the victims, both juveniles, have died, police said | Read more here.
The State Law Enforcement Division said in an email there were no reported fatalities in the Easter morning shooting at the club in Hampton County. Read more here.
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Russian forces have been bombarding the Azovstal steel plant, a bastion of the Ukrainian defense, in the southeastern port city of Mariupol, said Petro Andriushchenko, a mayoral adviser, who accused Russia of trying to trap those defending the city.
Ukrainian forces are continuing to resist Russian attacks in the city after rejecting a deadline to surrender.
"The fighting in the Left Bank (Livoberezhnyi) district has been ongoing all day long," Andriushchenko said in a statement on Telegram. "The occupiers continue to fire on and bomb Azovstal with all weapons."
"Realizing that the defenders are not going to give up, the occupiers' plans are clear," Andriushchenko said.
"According to their message, the corridor for safe exit should have been marked with red flags, but no marks were made," he said. "That once again confirms that they are only preparing a trap for our defenders."
CNN cannot independently verify those claims.
Andriushchenko previously said that Mariupol would be closed for entry and exit starting on Monday, with Russian forces issuing passes for movement.
Andriushchenko also said Ukrainian men would be subject to "filtration" — relocated for screening by Russian forces. CNN cannot independently verify the claims.
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2022 Maryland governor - candidate profile: Jerome Segal
Democrat | 2022 WBAL-TV Maryland Voter's Guide
Democrat | 2022 WBAL-TV Maryland Voter's Guide
BALTIMORE -- As part of our Commitment 2022 coverage from 11 News, WBALTV.com has the information you need to cast your vote for Maryland governor in 2022.
The following responses are from Jerome Segal, Democratic candidate for governor. He is 78 years old and was born in The Bronx, New York. He is the founder of Bread and Roses and author of "Graceful Simplicity: The Philosophy and Politics of Simple Living." His running mate is Galena Town Councilman Justinian M. Dispenza.
QUESTION 1: What is your plan to improve Maryland's infrastructure?
I favor massive investment in mass transit (Red Line, Purple Line, MARC, METRO) with the goal of making it unnecessary to own a car. To this we will add, a, free delivery by jitney to your workplace to those who use commuter buses whose last stop is more than a mile from where they work, and, b, very, very, low cost rental of Teslas (the $55,000 electric vehicle) to those without cars who occasionally need a big car for a long-road trip.
I'm running as a Bread and Roses socialist and one of our central goals is to put time back on the American agenda. Throughout the 19th century and into the 20th, the labor movement fought to get laws to establish the 60-hour week, then the 50-hour week and then, in the 1930s, the 40-hour week. And then, time vanished as a priority. Almost a century later, we still have the 40-hour week, and today, with both parents in the formal workforce, often the household is on the 80-hour week. And this impacts everything, most especially our kids. One of the few good things about the pandemic is that it revealed to many people that there was something terribly wrong with how we live our lives, something about time, our most precious resource.
So, we advocate the four-day work week, and mass transit is the key way to get there. Why? Because transportation takes up 20% of household spending. That means that 20% of our work is to pay for our car or cars. Eliminate transportation spending and you can take Friday off.
Not only will our quality of life go up substantially, it's good, very good, for the environment.
QUESTION 2: What specifically will you do to improve education in Maryland?
I approach education through the lens of "Bread and Roses." The concept "Bread and Roses" came from a famous labor strike in 1912 in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Massachusetts had reduced the workweek from 56 hours to 52 hours, and the owners of the factories responded by cutting the pay of the workers by 8%. In time, the women took over the leadership of the strike, and when they did so, they unfurled a banner never seen before, "We Want Bread, and Roses, too."
"Roses" means time, beauty, creativity and meaning. These women, many didn't even speak English, were saying, "Because we are poor, because we are not whiter than white, you may think we are dirt, but we are developed human beings, with developed needs, not just for bread but for roses, too."
"Roses" means education. It means education for its own sake, not just to better compete better for bread, in a game of musical chairs, where if one person sits in a luxury arm chair, someone else has to stand.
Education for Roses means learning how to write a poem. It means not just reading comprehension, but also a love of books, so when we win the three- or four-day workweek, you can and will read a great novel, and build your friendships in a book club.
Education for Roses means no one will leave school without having learned how, in some realm, to add to the beauty of the world. This does not just mean fine arts. There is beauty to be created in good cooking, in designing fine clothes, in growing flowers that will bloom in the middle of winter.
People whose lives center around giving beauty to the world not only live better and are honored by those around them, they rarely commit crime, they rarely hate and they do not have to have more money than their neighbors to feel good about themselves.
Today, Maryland treats schools as having only one big mission, equipping young people with the skills they will need in our competitive scramble to get the most "bread" (money). Bread and Roses socialism says: Don't make the schools the servants of a broken jobs system. Let's fix the jobs system and liberate schools for education for its own sake.
Of great importance, we must teach education for good citizenship. This very much means teaching the real history of this country. Yes, it means being "woke" -- America needs a Second Great Awakening. (Historians identify the religious revival that swept the colonies in the 1730s and the 1740s as the first).
Years ago, I taught philosophy of education at the University of Pennsylvania, and if I become governor, Maryland will have a big, big conversation on "What is the Right Mission (or Missions) For Our Schools."
QUESTION 3: How will you improve Maryland's economy and grow jobs?
Today, by "good jobs," most people mean jobs with high pay, benefits and security. I say, health care is a human right, so are vacations and so is family leave. So we will ensure that every job has these good benefits.
Economic security is also a human right. No one should fear unemployment. So, we will enact a legal right to a job. FDR talked about this in 1944 in his State of the Union speech to Congress. It was called the Second Bill of Rights. Yet, it is almost a century later, and there still is no law that guarantees the Right to a Job. We can be the first state to do that, here in Maryland.
When I think of quality of work-life, I see two kinds of work. There is job system work -- work you do because someone hires you to do it. And then, there is what I call "Passion work" -- work that is so inherently your own, that you would do it for free if you didn't need the money. Passion Work can mean many things, and it might mean work without pay, whether bring up your own kids, or working at the church, or working to bring justice and social change. For the very lucky few, they can earn a living doing only Passion Work.
Bread and Roses socialism isn't about seizing the means of production or overthrowing capitalism. It is about shrinking capitalism in our lives. Concretely, it is about gradually replacing the amount of job system work we do, with a greater and greater proportion of Passion Work. And that is why reducing the job system work-week to four days is so important.
America has a very inefficient economy in the sense that it takes so much money (and, therefore, work time) just to meet the most basic needs, needs that should be rights. To turn this around, we need higher minimum wages, single-payer health insurance, free higher education, day care expenses capped at 10% of income and for people at the low end of the income ladder, zero-interest mortgages (ZIMs) for modest homes and even tiny homes. And we need the "Near Free EV" -- so the poor are the first to have electric vehicles, not the last. And to do that we need a new kind of electric car. China has one, and it sells for $5,000, not $55,000, and guess what? GM owns 44% of the company in China that makes it. A Bread and Roses socialist government will make sure that low-cost EVs are produced in the United States.
We believe that over time, we can have an economy in which people put in 2 1/2 days of job system work and have the rests of their life-time for Passion Work, and for friends and family, for sports and a good novel.
QUESTION 4: What do you believe would help address the issues of crime, disinvestment and poverty in Baltimore City? Do you believe the state has a role?
For starters, free sleep-away summer camp for all children in families in the bottom-third of the income distribution. They would go to Camp David Summer Camp, in the Catoctin Mountains near the real Camp David, an idea I announced recently in Frederick County, the home of Camp David. The summer camp would have an ethos of non-violence and teach the skills of conflict resolution and de-escalation. Young adults would learn to be protectors of young children, all in the joy of camp life.
On another front, I believe we have to transform home ownership in Baltimore. In the top income brackets, 90% of families own their own home. And at the bottom end and in communities of color, it can be 30% or 20%. There is a saying: "Nobody ever washed a rental car."
One big problem with improving neighborhoods is that you get gentrification and corporate housing speculators gobbling up properties, and this ends up driving the residents out. I am planning a massive conversion from renter-to-owner in all the tough neighborhoods of Baltimore. To make it happen, we will impose price controls on the open market sale of rental properties and offer financial incentives to owners to sell their properties to those already living there, and just as the Agricultural Extension Service helps small farmers, we will have an Urban Extension Service to help first-time owners and to assist tenants in the process of buying and then managing multi-unit buildings.
Baltimore's poverty will be eliminated by our statewide proposals:
- Legal right to a job.
- Increased minimum wage
- Increased Earned Income Tax Credit
- Near-Free EV for the low income
- Zero-Interest mortgages for the poor
- Free four-year college
- Free pre-K
- Cap on day care at half day of earned income
- Single-payer health insurance, and if not, then a cap on expenditures at half day of earned income
- Progressive property taxation, with tax elimination at low end
- Free mass transit for low income groups
Roses, that is beauty and creativity, exists in all people and peoples. No society was ever too poor for beauty. Just look at the cave paintings of 50,000 years ago if you doubt it. Or go to any marketplace in Cairo and compare the beauty of a display of nuts and dates to your local grocery store.
Beauty and aesthetic creativity is the best kept secret of economic development. No corporation wants to open a new branch in a city that their executives don't want to live in or won't feel safe in. Today, the 50 states compete to attract businesses by competing against each other to see who can offer the best tax breaks to very profitable companies owned by the top 1% -- it's truly grotesque. Maryland won't do it. Instead, we will take the lead in a quality-of-life competition. Baltimore can be beautiful. Good for us, and good for business.
QUESTION 5: Why are you the right person for the job?
It's like waiting for a bus. Each bus pulls up and you ask the driver, "Do you stop at New Dream Avenue?" And, they say, "Never heard of it, but why don't you get on anyway? After all, I'm an experienced driver." And you say, "I think I'll wait for the next bus."
And then, the second bus pulls up, and you ask, "Do you stop at Graceful Simplicity Place?" And, the driver says, "Never even heard of it. But why don't you get on? I've got a great life story and I can tell it to you as I drive. Do you know what happened to me as a child ..." And, you say, "Thanks for stopping, and I'd like to read a book about your life story, but I think I'll wait for the next bus."
Then, the third bus pulls up and the door opens, and you gasp because the driver is the most handsome man you have ever seen. And he seems to know it. His bus is already full, and he just smiles and beams at you. Still, you ask, "Do you go anywhere near My American Dream Avenue?" And, he just beams, as if to say, "Ride with me." But you ask again, and he admits that he doesn't know where that is. Fighting your impulses, you manage to say, "Wrong bus." Mr. Beautiful looks confused, but give you a big smile and pulls away.
And, this goes on through nine buses and nine bus drivers, all going to "the same old same old." And then, finally, a bus pulls up with a big sign that says, "Via Renaissance Parkway" and I open the door, and you say, "Do you stop at Graceful Simplicity Place?" And, I say, "Sure, that's where I live. Hop on." And you do.
Vote: Jerome Segal for governor of Maryland -- June 28. "Be there or be square!"
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US rocked by 3 mass shootings during Easter weekend
Authorities in South Carolina are investigating a shooting at a nightclub early Sunday that wounded at least nine people. It was the second mass shooting in the state and the third in the nation during the Easter holiday weekend.
The shootings in South Carolina and one in Pittsburgh, in which two minors were killed early Sunday, also left at least 31 people wounded.
No one was reported killed in the violence at Cara’s Lounge in Hampton County, roughly 80 miles (130 kilometers) west of Charleston, according to an email from South Carolina's State Law Enforcement Division, which is investigating the shooting. A phone call to the nightclub was not answered.
In Pittsburgh, two male youths were killed and at least eight people wounded when shots were fired during a party at a short-term rental property. The “vast majority” of the hundreds of people at the party were underage, the city's Police Chief Scott Schubert told reporters. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the two victims as Jaiden Brown and Mathew Steffy-Ross, both 17.
Investigators believe there were multiple shooters, and Schubert said police were processing evidence at as many as eight separate crime scenes spanning a few blocks around the rental home.
The two shootings come just a day after gunfire erupted at a busy mall in the South Carolina state capital of Columbia, about 90 miles north of Sunday's nightclub shooting. Nine people were shot, and five people sustained other kinds of injuries while trying to flee the scene at the Columbiana Centre, Columbia Police Chief W.H. “Skip” Holbrook said Saturday. The victims ranged in age from 15 to 73. None faced life-threatening injuries.
“We don’t believe this was random,” Holbrook said. “We believe they knew each other and something led to the gunfire.”
The only person arrested in the mall shooting so far is Jewayne M. Price, 22, one of three people initially detained by law enforcement as a person of interest. Price's attorney, Todd Rutherford, told news outlets Sunday that his client fired a gun at the mall, but in self-defense. Rutherford said Price faces a charge of unlawfully carrying a pistol because he legally owned his gun but did not have a permit to carry a weapon.
Columbia police said on Twitter that a judge agreed Sunday to let Price leave jail on a $25,000 surety bond. He was to be on house arrest with an ankle monitor, police said.
“It was unprovoked by him. He called the police, turned himself in, turned over the firearm that was used in this, and gave a statement to the Columbia Police Department,” Rutherford said, according to WMBF-TV. “That is why he got a $25,000 bond.”
Police said the judge will allow Price to travel from home to work during certain hours each day. Price is forbidden from contacting the victims and anyone else involved in the shooting.
South Carolina residents age 21 or older can get a weapons permit, which as of last year allows them to carry weapons openly or concealed. They must have eight hours of gun training and pass a background check that includes fingerprinting.
The three Easter weekend mass shootings are in addition to other gun violence in recent days. Last week, a gunman opened fire in a New York subway car, wounding 10 people. A suspect was arrested the next day. Earlier this month, six people were killed and 12 others wounded in Sacramento, California, during a gunfight between rival gangs as bars closed in a busy downtown area just blocks from the state Capitol.
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Violent Easter weekend leaves Baltimore residents frustrated and in fear
It has been another violent weekend in Baltimore City, adding to an already violent year. In just this past Easter weekend alone, police said at least 10 people have been shot.
Police have recorded at least 91 homicides in 2022, with more violence from the weekend bringing that number closer to a total of 100 this year.
Crime scenes were dotted all across the city over Easter weekend, including one on Maple Avenue, a quadruple shooting in which one person died. Police said officers found a 31-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds who died at the scene. Three more men between the ages of 32 and 38 were treated at a hospital and are expected to survive.
"The worst I've ever seen ever in my life," said a concerned Baltimore resident, who did not want to be identified.
Time and time again, frustration is now paramount, as more victims fall to violence in the city. On Easter morning, police said a 19- and 24-year-old walked into a hospital after both men had been shot. Investigators were later led to the crime scene on West Northern Parkway.
Also Sunday morning, police said a 37-year-old man was found shot inside his car near Elmora Road. They said his car struck several other cars before coming to stop, and the man was taken to a hospital.
Also Sunday, two more men were shot. Police said a 36-year-old man walked into a hospital with gunshot wounds. They said he had been shot on Flowerton Road. Then, another injured 21-year-old man showed up at a hospital, where police later learned he had been shot on Cherry Hill Road. He is expected to survive.
The last shooting took place Sunday afternoon when police said a 21-year-old man was shot on Church Street. He was taken to a hospital with no word yet on his condition.
"You can't go to the store. You can't walk out your house. You know, it's just violence anywhere you go," the resident said.
The resident, who is also a father, said the violence has pushed him and his family to the brink. As numbers continue to rise, he feels a future in the city is bleak.
"I don't want to raise my kids here, and I came up here. I love Baltimore. I love it, but the crime, it's out of hand. It's just out of hand," the resident said.
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WFO BINGHAMTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
1008 AM EDT Mon Apr 18 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON EDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to
11 inches.
* WHERE...Northern Oneida, Sullivan, Otsego, Chenango, Cortland,
Tompkins, Tioga, Broome, Delaware, Madison and Southern Oneida
counties.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy, wet snow could cause scattered
power outages. Snowfall rates could be as high as 1 to 2 inches
an hour, with isolated areas approaching 3 inches an hour at
times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM EDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6
inches.
* WHERE...Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Onondaga, Yates, Seneca
and Southern Cayuga counties.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy, wet snow could cause scattered power
outages. The highest snow totals will be across the higher
terrain.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
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TX Marine Warnings and Forecast for Monday, April 18, 2022
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DENSE FOG ADVISORY
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Brownsville TX
917 AM CDT Mon Apr 18 2022
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Dense fog will reduce visibility to less than a nautical
mile at times.
* WHERE...Laguna Madre between the Port of Brownsville and Port
Mansfield, and Gulf waters from Port Mansfield to the Rio
Grande out 20 nm.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM CDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility will make navigation difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.
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“Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” got off to a less than magical start in its first weekend in U.S. and Canadian theaters. The third installment in the Harry Potter spinoff opened to $43 million in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.
It was enough to secure the film the top spot on the box office charts, but it’s also a low for the franchise. The first film had a $74.4 million debut in 2016 and the second, “The Crimes of Grindelwald” opened to $62.2 million in 2018. “The Secrets of Dumbledore,” which Warner Bros. released in 4,208 locations in North America, also carries a $200 million production price tag.
It’s more common than not for sequels and threequels to come in lower than their predecessors, but “Dumbledore” also follows several franchise titles that defied that logic, including “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Venom 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 2.”
Critics were largely not on board with “Dumbledore.” With a 49% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, most came in on the negative side. AP Film Writer Jake Coyle wrote inhis review that “the purpose of these movies has never felt like much beyond keeping the Potter train running” and that this iteration is “a bit of a bore.” Audiences, which were 56% female, were a little kinder, giving it four stars on PostTrak and an overall B+ CinemaScore.
The eight Harry Potter films were responsible for over $7.7 billion in box office, while the first two “Fantastic Beasts” films made $1.5 billion total.
This installment stars Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Ezra Miller and Mads Mikkelsen, who replaced Johnny Depp as Grindelwald. In November 2020, following Depp’s failed libel case against The Sun tabloid newspaper for an article that labeled him a “wife beater,” the actor said Warner Bros. asked him to step down and that he agreed.
As with previous “Fantastic Beasts” films, however, “Dumbledore” has more hope internationally. Its grosses are $193 million worldwide. Both of the previous films made over 70% of their global totals from international showings.
“Recapturing the original ‘Harry Potter’ magic that began some 20 years ago in cinemas is a tall order,” said Paul Dergarabedian, the senior media analyst for Comscore. “The ‘Fantastic Beasts’ franchise, while seeing diminishing returns with each successive installment, still has enough of a devoted fanbase to conjure up respectable numbers particularly with international audiences which have always provided the lion’s share of the box office for these films.”
Dergarabedian added that the true test for “Dumbledore” will be the second weekend.
Also, as Jeff Goldstein, Warner Bros. head of domestic distribution, pointed out, the films are just one part of the Wizarding World.
“It’s part of a bigger strategy for the Wizarding World, a bigger business that includes theme parks and stores and merchandising. It’s all about the totality of these pieces and not any one on their own,” Goldstein said. “There’s still a lot of public interest and a lot of fan interest.”
Plus, Warner Bros. is celebrating a big milestone for another film: “The Batman” crossed $750 million globally this weekend.
“It’s an enormous achievement,” Goldstein said.
In its second weekend, “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” fell 58% and earned an estimated $30 million to take second place, according to Paramount. The film has grossed $119.6 million to date. Third place also went to Paramount with the action-adventure “The Lost City,” starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum.
Sony also released “Father Stu” in 2,705 locations on Wednesday. Starring Mark Wahlberg, who helped finance the film, “Father Stu” is based on a true story and is a rare mainstream Hollywood movie with religious themes. It earned an estimated $8 million in its first five days in theaters and $5.7 million over the weekend.
“Father Stu” came in fifth place behind “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” A24’s stealth hit that just keeps getting bigger. This weekend the buzzy interdimensional film starring Michelle Yeoh played on 2,220 screens — its widest release yet — and earned an additional $6.2 million. Its overall gross is sitting at $17.7 million.
Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore. Final domestic figures will be released Monday.
1. “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore,” $43 million.
2. “Sonic the Hedgehog 2,” $30 million.
3. “The Lost City,” $6.5 million.
4. “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” $6.2 million.
5. “Father Stu,” $5.7 million.
6. “Morbius,” $4.7 million.
7. “Ambulance,” $4 million.
8. “The Batman,” $3.8 million.
9. “K.G.F.: Chapter 2,” $2.9 million.
10. “Uncharted,” $1.2 million.
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WFO BROWNSVILLE Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, April 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Brownsville TX
842 AM CDT Mon Apr 18 2022
...Patchy Dense Fog Impacting South Padre Island This Morning...
Web cameras and satellite imagery indicate that patchy dense fog
is developing over the Laguna Madre and adjacent near shore Gulf
waters. Conditions are conducive for the fog to persist on and
off over the next couple of hours, possibly lowering visibility
along Padre Island, especially near South Padre Island, near 1
mile or less at times.
Motorists, are urged to reduce speed, use low beam headlights,
and avoid following other vehicles too closely.
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BANGKOK (AP) — Shares were lower in Asia after China reported Monday that its economy expanded at a 4.8% annual pace in January-March.
Benchmarks fell in Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai. Hong Kong and Sydney were closed for holidays. Oil prices rose and U.S. futures were lower.
Wall Street benchmarks declined last week before closing for the Easter holiday.
China’s growth has fallen well below the official target of 5.5% for 2022. In quarterly terms the economy grew 1.3% in the first quarter, compared with 1.4% in the last quarter of 2021.
Authorities have ordered shutdowns in some major cities including Shanghai to battle the country’s worst outbreaks of coronavirus since it flared into a pandemic in March 2020. But the biggest impact of the shutdowns will likely be seen in the current quarter.
“Lockdowns are going to affect data for the whole of April, and maybe even longer as more cities are also adopting measures to bring COVID under control,” ING Economics researchers said in a note.
The Shanghai Composite index fell 0.2% to 3,203.69. Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 index lost 1.8% to 26,596.66 while the Kospi in Seoul edged 0.2% lower to 2,691.92. Bangkok and most other regional markets declined, while Jakarta was higher.
As trading resumes Monday in many world markets, attention is focused on Ukraine, where Ukrainian fighters were holding out against a capture of their shattered city of Mariupol after a 7-week siege, ignoring a surrender-or-die ultimatum from Russia.
The fall of Mariupol would be Moscow’s biggest victory of the war and free up troops to take part in a potentially climactic battle for control of Ukraine’s industrial east.
Ukraine was sending top officials to Washington for this week’s spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank amid dire warnings about the impact of the Russian invasion on the global economy.
A World Bank official said Friday that Ukraine’s prime minister, finance minister and central bank governor are coming. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because the visit had not been officially announced.
The conflict has pushed prices for oil and other commodities sharply higher, compounding difficulties for policy makers trying to nurse along recoveries from the pandemic while also tamping down inflationthat is at 40-year highs in many countries.
Central banks are raising interest rates that had stayed at record low levels to counter the devastation of the pandemic to help rein in price increases. But that can also discourage a revival in spending and investment needed to drive recoveries.
“This morning another rise in oil prices is likely to fuel inflation fears, and rate hike jitters around the meaningful Fed action required to snuff those fears out,” Stephen Innes of SPI Asset Management said in a commentary.
U.S. benchmark crude oil gained 92 cents to $107.87 per barrel in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. It rose $2.70 to $106.95 per barrel on Thursday, before closing for Good Friday.
Brent crude, the basis for pricing international oils rose $1.09 to $112.79 per barrel.
In currency trading, the dollar rose to 126.57 Japanese yen from 126.44 yen late Friday. The euro fell to $1.0803 from $1.0807.
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WFO BROWNSVILLE Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, April 18, 2022
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DENSE FOG ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Brownsville TX
915 AM CDT Mon Apr 18 2022
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Visibility down to 1/4 of a mile in dense fog.
* WHERE...Willacy Island and Cameron Island Counties.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM CDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This dense fog has been patchy in nature as
it rolls in from the nearshore Gulf waters.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
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BEIJING (AP) — China’s economic growth edged up to a still-weak 4.8% over a year earlier in the first three months of 2022 as industrial cities shut down to fight coronavirus outbreaks, threatening to disrupt global trade and manufacturing.
Growth in the world’s second-largest economy crept up from the previous quarter’s 4% following a slump triggered by tighter controls on use of debt by China’s vast real estate industry, government data showed Monday. Compared with the previous quarter, as other major economies are measured, growth slowed to 1.3% from 1.4%.
“More pain will come” in the current quarter, Iris Pang of ING said in a report. “Further impacts from lockdowns are imminent.”
The slowdown hurts China’s trading partners by depressing demand for oil, steel, consumer goods, food and other imports. Oil prices, which spiked after Russia’s attack on Ukraine, have fallen back somewhat on expectations Chinese consumption will weaken.
The flow of industrial goods has been disrupted by the suspension of access to Shanghai, a business center with 25 million people, and other industrial cities. Global automakers and other manufacturers have reduced or stopped production.
The disruption “will weigh on activity in April and into May, if not longer,” Tommy Wu of Oxford Economics said in a report. That is “likely to have a significant impact on global supply chains.”
First quarter economic growth was below the ruling Communist Party’s annual target of 5.5%. Forecasters have said that will be hard to meet without large government stimulus spending.
Retail spending, factory output and investment in factories, real estate and other fixed assets rose.
“The national economic recovery was sustained and the operation of the economy was generally stable,” said a government statement.
China’s latest infection numbers are relatively low, but Beijing is responding to its biggest outbreak since the 2020 start of the pandemic with a “zero-COVID” policy that aims to isolate every person who tests positive.
The ruling party already was promising tax refunds and other aid to businesses to pull the economy out of a slide that began in mid-2021. Last week, Premier Li Keqiang, the No. 2 leader, called for quicker action to get help to struggling entrepreneurs.
Forecasters say Beijing is moving cautiously and using targeted stimulus measures instead of across-the-board spending. Chinese leaders worry that might push up politically sensitive housing costs or corporate debt they worry is dangerously high.
Retail sales rose by a modest 3.3% over a year earlier in the first quarter after demand was dampened by a government appeal to the public to avoid traveling and large gatherings during February’s Lunar New Year holiday, normally a period of big spending on gift-giving, banquets and tourism.
Factory output rose 6.5% and investment in factories, real estate and other fixed assets increased 9.3%, possibly reflecting official orders to banks to lend more readily.
Last week, regulators injected an extra 500 billion yuan ($80 billion) into the pool of money for lending by reducing the amount of deposits commercial banks are required to hold in reserve.
The agency that runs the Shanghai port says operations are normal. But companies say the volume of cargo it handles has fallen.
Other cities affected by suspensions of access include Tianjin, a port and petrochemical center east of Beijing; Shenzhen, a finance and tech center near Hong Kong, and the manufacturing centers of Changchun and Jilin in the northeast. Smaller cities also have suspended access, closed businesses, ordered residents to stay at home or imposed other controls.
Economists have warned spring planting by Chinese farmers who feed 1.4 billion people also might be disrupted. That would hurt economic activity and boost demand for imported wheat and other food, potentially pushing up already high global prices.
China rebounded quickly from the pandemic in 2020, but activity weakened last year as tighter controls on borrowing by real estate developers hit construction, which supports millions of jobs. That made consumers nervous about spending and investors anxious about possible defaults by developers.
Investors are waiting to see what happens to one of China’s biggest developers, Evergrande Group, which has struggled since last year to avoid defaulting on $310 billion owed to banks and bondholders.
Smaller developers have collapsed or defaulted on debts after Beijing reduced the amount of borrowed money they can use.
Chinese officials have tried to reassure investors, saying the impact on lending markets and the economy can be contained. Economists say a potential Evergrande default should have little effect on global financial markets.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, April 18, 2022
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RIP CURRENT STATEMENT
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
818 AM CDT Mon Apr 18 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...
Though rip currents are always present, current wind and sea
observations do not support a high risk of rip currents for today.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A global computer chip shortage has made it harder for consumers to get their hands on cars, computers and other modern-day necessities, so Congress is looking to boost chip manufacturing and research in the United States with billions of dollars from the federal government.
Both the House and the Senate have passed major legislation on the matter, and the effort is one of lawmakers’ final opportunities before the November elections to show voters they are addressing the nation’s strained supply chains.
Now they have to work out considerable differences in the two bills. And Senate Republicans are already digging in before the negotiations formally begin.
President Joe Biden has made the semiconductor legislation a top priority, but he’ll need the support of 10 Senate Republicans, and perhaps more, to get a bill to his desk. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell emphasized that point when congressional leaders recently announced which lawmakers will serve on the committee that works to reconcile the two bills.
“Without major concessions and changes from House Democrats, this legislation has no chance of becoming law,” McConnell said.
House Democrats say their voices need to be heard during negotiations.
“We need to make sure that everyone has input,” said Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., chair of the New Democratic Coalition, a group that has 19 members participating in negotiations. “We have a strong bill in the House, and I think there’s important components there that the Senate should also consider.”
The Senate bill is projected to increase spending by about $250 billion over 10 years. The House bill would boost spending by more than $400 billion over the period.
WHERE THERE IS MUCH AGREEMENT
The Senate and House bills allot more than $52 billion for semiconductor production and research. Grants and loans from the federal government would subsidize some of the cost of building or renovating semiconductor plants.
“The chips funding is absolutely the foundation of this bill — it’s a bipartisan foundation,” said Josh Teitelbaum, senior counsel at Akin Gump, a law and lobbying firm. “I think it is what is driving this toward the finish line.”
SOME OVERLAP, BUT KEY DIFFERENCES
Both bills authorize a big boost in spending for the National Science Foundation, but they have different priorities for the research receiving funding.
The Senate bill provides $29 billion over five years to a new directorate focused on strengthening U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics and other cutting-edge technologies.
The House bill provides $13.3 billion over five years to a new directorate for science and engineering solutions. It lists climate change, environmental sustainability and social and economic inequality as part of the directorate’s focus.
The two sides will have to hammer out their competing visions for the National Science Foundation and the new tech directorate.
The two bills also establish regional technology hubs — with the Senate dedicating $10 billion to the program and the House dedicating $7 billion. The Senate bill calls for 20 such hubs, while the House bill authorizes at least 10.
The seed money would go to regional organizations seeking to advance a variety of economic and national security priorities.
The approach has bipartisan support from lawmakers with big rural and minority constituencies who want to ensure the money is not concentrated in universities or communities where a lot of tech research is already done.
WHERE THERE ARE MAJOR DIFFERENCES
The bills diverge on supply chain issues, trade, immigration and climate change, to name a few areas of disagreement.
One of the big-ticket items is a $45 billion program in the House bill to enhance supply chains in the U.S. There was no such provision in the Senate bill. The money would provide grants, loans or loan guarantees to companies, local governments and tribes trying to build or relocate manufacturing plants producing critical goods.
“This is a real area of focus for companies and for communities who want to try to bring back manufacturing,” Teitelbaum said. “There’s a lot of interest in including this funding in the final package.”
Another stark difference is on trade. The House reauthorizes a program that provides training and financial assistance for those who lose their jobs or have their hours cut because of increased imports. The Senate has no such provision.
“It’s not going to move without trade adjustment assistance,” Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., said of the bill.
Meanwhile, the Senate bill includes a trade provision that would exclude more products from tariffs the Trump administration put in place on goods imported from China. Those exclusions have almost all expired. The Senate bill reinstates them, a priority of business groups such as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The House bill addresses immigration, while the Senate bill does not. It would create a new visa category for entrepreneurs and would allow those with an ownership interest in successful ventures to apply to become lawful permanent residents.
The House bill, unlike the Senate bill, also touches on climate change. It dedicates $8 billion to a fund that helps developing countries adjust to climate change. That could be a nonstarter for Republicans, who object to using U.S. taxpayer money for that purpose.
No one expects the negotiations to be easy.
“I have a hard time explaining to my friends and constituents,” said Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, “that when the White House is in favor of something, when Democrats are in favor of something, Republicans are in favor of something, the House is in favor of it, and the Senate is in favor of it, we still can’t seem to get it done. But I hope that we will take advantage of this opportunity.” | https://www.fox44news.com/news/business-news/congress-seeks-compromise-to-boost-computer-chip-industry/ | 2022-04-18T14:54:02 | en | 0.958332 |
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Congress debated on Sunday ahead of a vote on a constitutional reform promoted by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador that would undo much of the market opening in electrical power carried out by his predecessor in 2013.
The reform seeks to limit foreign-built renewable energy plants, and guarantee at least 54% of electricity would be bought from government-owned generating plants, which are dirtier.
The debate began with nearly all 500 deputies present. The ruling party and its allies need a two-thirds majority in order to pass the constitutional reform.
Some pro-government legislators chanted ‘’Traitors” at the opposition, which objects to the reform. Opposition lawmakers shouted: ‘’It won’t happen.”
Critics say the reform will hurt investors and their confidence in Mexico. The companies are likely to file for court injunctions, and the U.S. government may file a complaint under a free trade agreement that could result in compensatory tariffs on Mexican products.
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DETROIT (AP) — A group of Tesla shareholders suing CEO Elon Musk over some 2018 tweets about taking the company private is asking a federal judge to order Musk to stop commenting on the case.
Lawyers for stockholders of the Austin, Texas-based company also say in court documents that the judge in the case has ruled that Musk’s tweets about having “funding secured” to take Tesla private were false, and that his comments also violate a 2018 court settlement with U.S. securities regulatorsin which Musk and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million fines.
Musk, during an interview Thursday at the TED 2022 conference, said he had the funding to take Tesla private in 2018. He called the Securities and Exchange Commission a profane name and said he only settled because bankers told him they would stop providing capital if he didn’t, and Tesla would go bankrupt.
The interview and court action came just days after Musk, the world’s richest person, made a controversial offer to take over Twitter and turn it into a private company with a $43 billion offer that equals $54.20 per share. Twitter’s board on Friday adopted a “poison pill” strategy that would make it prohibitively expensive for Musk to buy the shares.
In court documents filed Friday, lawyers for the Tesla shareholders alleged that Musk is trying to influence potential jurors in the lawsuit. They contend that Musk’s 2018 tweets about having the money to take Tesla private at $420 per share were written to maniuplate the stock price, costing shareholders money.
Now, lawyers say Musk is campaigning to influence possible jurors as the case gets closer to trial.
“Musk’s comments risk confusing potential jurors with the false narrative that he did not knowingly make misrepresentations with his Aug. 7, 2018 tweets,” the lawyers wrote. “His present statements on that issue, an unsubtle attempt to absolve himself in the court of public opinion, will only have a predjudicial influence on a jury.”
The lawyers asked Judge Edward M. Chen in San Francisco to restrain Musk from making further public comments on the issue until after the trial. Chen gave Musk’s lawyers until Wednesday to respond.
Alex Spiro, a lawyer representing Musk, wrote in an email Sunday that the plaintiffs’ lawyers are seeking a big payout. “Nothing will ever change the truth, which is that Elon Musk was considering taking Tesla private and could have,” he wrote. “All that’s left some half-decade later is random plaintiffs lawyers trying to make a buck and others trying to block that truth from coming to light, all to the detriment of free speech.”
But the shareholders’ lawyers wrote that Chen already ruled that Musk’s tweets were false and misleading, and “that no reasonable juror could conclude otherwise.”
Judge Chen’s order, issued April 1, was not in the public court file as of Sunday. Adam Apton, a lawyer for the shareholders, said it was sealed because it has evidence that Musk and Tesla say is confidential. It will stay sealed until the parties agree if anything should remain sealed, he wrote in an email. “Our motion for TRO (temporary restraining order) accurately desribes the issues decided by the court,” Apton wrote.
After Musk’s 2018 tweets, the SEC filed a complaint against him alleging securities law violations. Musk then agreed to the fine and signed the court agreement. Part of the agreement says that Musk “will not take any action or make or permit to be made any public statement denying, directly or indirectly, any allegation in the complaint or creating the impression that the complaint is without factual basis.”
If Musk violates the agreement, the SEC may ask the court to scrap it and restore the securities fraud complaint, the agreement says. A message was left Sunday seeking comment from the SEC.
Spiro, on behalf of Musk, already has asked a Manhattan federal court to throw out the agreement. He contends the SEC is using the pact and “near limitless resources”to chill Musk’s speech. Court documents filed by Spiro say Musk signed the agreement when Tesla was a less mature company and SEC action jeopardized its financing. | https://www.fox44news.com/news/business-news/tesla-stockholders-ask-judge-to-silence-musk-in-fraud-case/ | 2022-04-18T14:54:17 | en | 0.973443 |
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LONDON (AP) — The leader of the Anglican church strongly criticized the British government’s plan to put some asylum-seekers on one-way flights to Rwanda, saying “sub-contracting out our responsibilities” to refugees can’t stand up to God’s scrutiny.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby made the unusually direct political intervention in his Easter Sunday sermon, saying there are “serious ethical questions about sending asylum-seekers overseas.”
He said “sub-contracting out our responsibilities, even to a country that seeks to do well, like Rwanda, is the opposite of the nature of God who himself took responsibility for our failures.”
Speaking at Canterbury Cathedral in southeast England, Welby said that while “the details are for politics and politicians, the principle must stand the judgment of God — and it cannot.”
Britain and Rwanda announced Thursday that they had struck an agreement that will see some people arriving in the U.K. as stowaways on trucks or in small boats sent 4,000 miles (6,400 kilometers) to the East African country, where their asylum claims will be processed and, if successful, they will stay in Rwanda.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative government says the plan will discourage people from making dangerous attempts to cross the English Channel, and put people-smuggling gangs who run the treacherous route out of business. More than 28,000 migrants entered the U.K. across the Channel last year, up from 8,500 in 2020. Dozens have died, including 27 people in November when a single boat capsized.
Refugee and human rights groups called the plan inhumane, unworkable and a waste of taxpayers’ money. The U.N. refugee agency said it was “contrary to the letter and spirit of the Refugee Convention.”
Another senior Anglican cleric, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell, called the Rwanda plan “depressing and distressing.”
“After all, there is in law no such thing as an illegal asylum-seeker,” he said in an Eastern sermon at York Minster cathedral in northern England. “It is the people who exploit them that we need to crack down on, not our sisters and brothers in their need.”
The deal — for which the U.K. has paid Rwanda 120 million pounds ($158 million) upfront — leaves many questions unanswered, including its final cost and how participants will be chosen. The U.K. says children, and families with children, won’t be sent to Rwanda.
Senior civil servants in the Home Office, the government department responsible for immigration policy, raised concerns about the plan but were overruled by Home Secretary Priti Patel.
The Home Office said in a statement that Britain had settled hundreds of thousands of refugees from around the world.
“However, the world is facing a global migration crisis on an unprecedented scale and change is needed to prevent vile people smugglers putting people’s lives at risk and to fix the broken global asylum system,” it said.
Alf Dubs, a Labour Party member of the House of Lords who came to Britain as a child refugee from the Nazis in 1939, said the plan was likely “a breach of the 1951 Geneva conventions on refugees.” He said the Lords, Parliament’s upper chamber, would challenge the move.
Johnson acknowledged Thursday that the plan would likely be challenged in court by what he called “politically motivated lawyers” out to ”frustrate the government.”
Political opponents accuse Johnson of using the headline-grabbing policy to distract attention from his political troubles. Johnson is resisting calls to resign after being fined by police for attending a partyin his office in 2020 that broke coronavirus lockdown rules.
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HAMPTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities in South Carolina are investigating a shooting at a nightclub early Sunday that wounded at least nine people. It was the second mass shooting in the state and the third in the nation during the Easter holiday weekend.
The shootings in South Carolina and one in Pittsburgh, in which two minors were killed early Sunday, also left at least 31 people wounded.
No one was reported killed in the violence at Cara’s Lounge in Hampton County, roughly 80 miles (130 kilometers) west of Charleston, according to an email from South Carolina’s State Law Enforcement Division, which is investigating the shooting. A phone call to the nightclub was not answered.
In Pittsburgh, two male youths were killed and at least eight people wounded when shots were fired during a party at a short-term rental property. The “vast majority” of the hundreds of people at the party were underage, the city’s Police Chief Scott Schubert told reporters. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the two victims as Jaiden Brown and Mathew Steffy-Ross, both 17.
Investigators believe there were multiple shooters, and Schubert said police were processing evidence at as many as eight separate crime scenes spanning a few blocks around the rental home.
The two shootings come just a day after gunfire erupted at a busy mall in the South Carolina state capital of Columbia, about 90 miles (145 kilometers) north of Sunday’s nightclub shooting. Nine people were shot, and five people sustained other kinds of injuries while trying to flee the scene at the Columbiana Centre, Columbia Police Chief W.H. “Skip” Holbrook said Saturday. The victims ranged in age from 15 to 73. None faced life-threatening injuries.
“We don’t believe this was random,” Holbrook said. “We believe they knew each other and something led to the gunfire.”
The only person arrested in the mall shooting so far is Jewayne M. Price, 22, one of three people initially detained by law enforcement as a person of interest. Price’s attorney, Todd Rutherford, told news outlets Sunday that his client fired a gun at the mall, but in self-defense. Rutherford said Price faces a charge of unlawfully carrying a pistol because he legally owned his gun but did not have a permit to carry a weapon.
Columbia police said on Twitter that a judge agreed Sunday to let Price leave jail on a $25,000 surety bond. He was to be on house arrest with an ankle monitor, police said.
“It was unprovoked by him. He called the police, turned himself in, turned over the firearm that was used in this, and gave a statement to the Columbia Police Department,” Rutherford said, according toWMBF-TV. “That is why he got a $25,000 bond.”
Police said the judge will allow Price to travel from home to work during certain hours each day. Price is forbidden from contacting the victims and anyone else involved in the shooting.
South Carolina residents age 21 or older can get a weapons permit, which as of last year allows them to carry weapons openly or concealed. They must have eight hours of gun training and pass a background check that includes fingerprinting.
The three Easter weekend mass shootings are in addition to other gun violence in recent days. Last week, a gunman opened fire in a New York subway car, wounding 10 people. A suspectwas arrested the next day. Earlier this month, six people were killed and 12 others wounded in Sacramento, California, during a gunfight between rival gangs as bars closed in a busy downtown area just blocks from the state Capitol.
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THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — A migrant was killed by gunfire at the Greece-Turkey border while she and several others attempted to cross a river separating the two countries, Greek police said Sunday.
It wasn’t immediately clear who fired the shot that killed the woman on Saturday night. An autopsy showed that the victim was shot in the back with a small-caliber weapon.
Greek police were patrolling the area where the Evros River, which is called Meric in Turkish, narrows to about 60 to 70 meters (around 200 feet) wide and through which many migrants attempt to cross, according to a police statement and additional information provided to The Associated Press by a police officer on condition of anonymity. The officers spotted numerous migrants on the Turkish side shortly before 9 p.m.
Police said 11 people embarked on an inflatable dinghy, and officers directed flashlights at the boat and started shouting “Police. Go back.” In response, said the police officer, a “barrage” of shots erupted from the Turkish side. The Greek police patrol couldn’t detect the source of the shots in the darkness and fell to the ground to protect themselves, shooting warning shots in the air, according to the statement which the officer corroborated.
The dinghy came close to the Greek shore and five people disembarked — four made it to the shore while a fifth person was seen floating in the water. Police reached the body with some difficulty, according to the statement, and when they pulled it to the shore they determined that it belonged to a woman and that she was dead.
Police questioned the four survivors — three Pakistani males, one of them a minor (17 years old), and a woman from Eritrea. It wasn’t known what happened to the other six people who tried to cross, but authorities don’t believe they entered Greece.
Coroner Pavlos Pavlidis, who performed the autopsy on the woman in the northeastern city of Alexandroupolis, told the AP that the victim was between the ages of 20 and 25 and that she was most likely from one of the Horn of Africa countries.
She had a wound “in the upper right (back) area. She was shot from close distance and died almost instantly from post-hemorrhagic (blood loss) shock,” Pavlidis said.
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HELSINKI (AP) — Swedish police said they fired warning shots during a riot in an eastern city to disperse protesters angry about demonstrations over the past several days by a Danish anti-Islam group in Sweden. Three people were slightly injured during the clashes.
A crowd of about 150 people threw stones at officers and police vehicles, and set fire to cars. Police said they responded by firing warning shots and “three people seem to have been hit by ricochets” and were hospitalized in Norrkoping, which has around 130,000 residents and is about 160 kilometers (100 miles) southwest of Stockholm.
“All three injured are arrested on suspicion of crime,” police said, adding that none of them had serious injuries.
A photographer for Swedish news agency TT at the scene reported that several riot police officers were seen carrying a wounded man to an ambulance.
The riot broke out following Danish far-right politician Rasmus Paludan’s meetings and planned Quran burnings in various Swedish cities and towns since Thursday.
Paludan and his Stram Kurs party had planned a demonstration in Norrkoping on Sunday but he never showed up in the city, Swedish media reported. Unrest was also reported in the nearby city of Linkoping.
Paludan said on the party’s Facebook page that he decided to cancel Sunday’s demonstrations in the two locations as the Swedish authorities in the region have “shown that they are completely incapable of protecting themselves and me. If I was seriously injured or killed due to the inadequacy of the police authority, then it would be very sad for Swedes, Danes and other northerners.”
Apart from Norrkoping and Linkoping, unrest and violent clashes have been reported in Stockholm, Orebro, Landskrona and Malmo, Sweden third-largest city, in the past three days.
On Friday evening, violent clashes between demonstrators and counterprotesters erupted in the central city of Orebro before Paludan’s plan to burn a Quran there, leaving 12 police officers injured and four police vehicles set ablaze.
In Landskrona, southern Sweden, a few hundred mostly young people threw stones and set cars, tires and dustbins on fire. They also erected a barrier fence that obstructed traffic on Saturday evening. Similar unrest took place in nearby Malmo, where a city bus was set on fire, among other things, late Saturday.
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BALTIMORE (AP) — A container ship the length of more than three football fields has finally been pried from the muddy bottom of the Chesapeake Bay more than a month after it ran aground.
After two unsuccessful attempts to dislodge it, and the subsequent removal of roughly 500 of the 5,000 containers it was carrying, the Ever Forward was refloated just before 7 a.m. Sunday by two barges and five tugboats.
A full moon and high spring tide helped provide a lift to the salvage vessels as they pulled and pushed the massive ship from the mud, across a dredged hole and back into the shipping channel.
Once refloated, the Ever Forward was weighed down again by water tanks to ensure safe passage under the Chesapeake Bay Bridge on its way to an anchorage off Annapolis, The Baltimore Sun reported.
Marine inspectors will examine the ship’s hull before the Coast Guard allows it to return to the Port of Baltimore to retrieve the offloaded containers.
The cargo ship, operated by Taiwan-based Evergreen Marine Corp., was traveling from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia, on March 13, when it ran aground just north of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Officials have said the grounding did not result in reports of injuries, damage or pollution. The Coast Guard has not said what caused the Ever Forward to run aground.
The ship became stuck outside the shipping channel and did not block marine navigation, unlike last year’s high-profile grounding in the Suez Canal of its sister vessel, the Ever Given. That incident disrupted ship traffic and the global supply chain for days.
Salvage crews continued to offload containers from the Ever Forward until 10:30 p.m. Saturday. The containers were placed onto barges and taken to Baltimore’s Seagirt Marine Terminal.
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MYKULYCHI, Ukraine (AP) — On a quiet street lined with walnut trees was a cemetery with four bodies that hadn’t yet found a home.
All were victims of Russian soldiers in this village outside Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv. Their temporary caskets were together in a grave. Volunteers dug them up one by one on Sunday — two weeks after the soldiers disappeared.
This spring is a grim season of planting and replanting in towns and villages around Kyiv. Bodies given hurried graves amid the Russian occupation are now being retrieved for investigations into possible war crimes. More than 900 civilian victims have been found so far.
All four bodies here were killed on the same street, on the same day. That’s according to the local man who provided their caskets. He bent and kissed the cemetery’s wrought-iron crosses as he walked to the makeshift grave.
The volunteers tried digging with shovels, then gave up and called an excavator. As they waited, they recounted their work secretly burying bodies during the monthlong Russian occupation, then retrieving them. One young man recalled being discovered by soldiers who pointed guns at him and told him “Don’t look up” as he dug a grave.
The excavator arrived, rumbling past the cemetery’s wooden outhouse. Soon there was the smell of fresh earth, and the murmur, “There they are.”
A woman appeared, crying. Ira Slepchenko was the wife of one man buried here. No one told her he was being dug up now. The wife of another victim arrived. Valya Naumenko peered into the grave, then hugged Ira. “Don’t collapse,” she said. “I need you to be OK.”
The two couples lived next to each other. On the final day before the Russians left the village, soldiers knocked at one home. Valya’s husband, Pavlo Ivanyuk, opened the door. The soldiers took him to the garage and shot him in the head, apparently without any explanation.
Then the soldiers shouted, “Is anyone else here?”
Ira’s husband, Sasha Nedolezhko, heard the gunshot. But he thought the soldiers would search the homes if no one answered. He opened the door and the soldiers shot him too.
The men’s caskets were lifted out with the others, then pried open. The four bodies, wrapped in blankets, were placed in body bags. The lace-edged white lining of each casket was stained red where the head had been.
Ira watched from afar, smoking, but stood by the empty caskets as the others left. “All this land is in blood, and it will take years to recover,” she said.
She had known her husband was here. Nine days after his temporary burial, she came to the cemetery scattered with picnic tables, following the local custom of spending time with the dead. She brought coffee and cookies.
“I want this war to end as soon as possible,” she said.
The other bodies were a teacher and a local man who lived alone. No one came for them on Sunday.
In the house next to the cemetery, 66-year-old Valya Voronets cooked homegrown potatoes in a wood-warmed room, still getting by without water, electricity or gas. A small radio played, but not for long because the news gets too depressing. A plate of freshly cut radishes rested near the window.
A Russian soldier once came running and pointed his gun at her husband after spotting him climbing onto the roof to get a cellphone signal. “Are you going to kill an old man?” 65-year-old Myhailo Scherbakov replied.
Not all the Russians were like that. Voronets said she cried together with another soldier, barely 21. “You’re too young,” she told him. Another soldier told her they didn’t want to fight.
Still, she feared them all. But she offered them milk from her only cow.
“I felt sorry for them in these conditions,” she said. “And if you’re nice to them, maybe they won’t kill you.”
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A spring storm brought several feet of snow to the Sierra Nevada and rain to parts of the San Francisco Bay Area, with more stormy weather expected this week.
The seven-day snow total topped 3 feet (.9 meters) in some mountain areas as of Saturday, UC Berkeley’s Central Sierra Snow Lab reported.
“We’re getting a bit of an abundant April!” the research station in Soda Springs said on Twitter.
Mammoth Mountain in the eastern Sierra reported a foot (30 cm) of fresh snow. The resort has said it would remain open to skiing and snowboarding until Memorial Day.
Lake Tahoe resorts also reported significant snowfall. Drivers heading up to the mountains were urged to use caution because of slippery conditions.
Parts of Northern California including the Bay Area could see pockets of rain for much of the week thanks to an unsettled weather pattern stalling over the region, the National Weather Service said.
The welcome precipitation could help slow the start of the fire season, but won’t do anything to alleviate the state’s drought, said Matt Mehle with the weather service office in San Francisco.
“What this rain is doing is bringing moisture and allowing grasses and finer fuels to grow and green up,” Mehle told the San Francisco Chronicle. “It will alleviate fire concerns, at least for the short term.”
The wet spring weather follows an exceptionally dry winter that leaves California to face another year of drought and tightening water supplies.
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VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — A classified satellite for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office was launched into space from California on Sunday.
The NROL-85 satellite lifted off at 6:13 a.m. from Vandenberg Space Force Base aboard a two-stage SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
It was the first mission by the NRO to reuse a SpaceX rocket booster, Vandenberg said in a statement.
The Falcon’s first stage flew back and landed at the seaside base northwest of Los Angeles.
The NRO only described the NROL-85 satellite as a “critical national security payload.”
Its launch was one of three awarded by the Air Force to SpaceX in 2019 for a combined fixed price of $297 million.
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Which natural products repel bugs?
As the warm weather of spring arrives, so do bugs. The stings and bites they inflict upon humans can be worrisome. However, slathering on repellents that contain synthetic chemicals also comes with concerns. But not all products that keep biting pests like mosquitoes, fleas, flies and ticks away contain these potentially harsh ingredients.
Organic repellents work with plant-based ingredients to keep bugs away and deter them from biting and stinging when they arrive. Although chemical-based repellents sometimes work best for persistent pests, organic repellents are excellent natural alternatives.
Safety concerns of synthetic bug repellents
Many insect repellents on the market contain pesticides that are highly effective at deterring pests. DEET — which stands for N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide — is the chemical most commonly used in products that are made to be applied on the skin.
Although studies have shown DEET to be safe when used sparingly and as recommended, side effects have been reported. These include agitated mood, skin irritation and seizures. What’s more, the chemical isn’t good for the environment because it ends up in wastewater and waterways.
Safety is key when using DEET-based repellents. They shouldn’t be used on babies, and the instructions must be followed carefully during application. Organic repellents should also be applied as recommended, but they don’t pose the same risks as pesticide-based products.
What are some effective natural bug repellents?
It’s not just pesticides that deter bugs. Natural substances that are derived from plants are known for being offensive to insects like mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, ants, flies and more. Lemon eucalyptus oil and soy-based natural repellents are almost as effective as DEET at keeping bugs away. However, potent or highly-concentrated lemon eucalyptus oil should not be used on toddlers or babies, and ingesting large amounts can be poisonous.
Many organic repellents also contain one or more essential oils, such as citronella, clove, tea tree, lemon grass, geranium, lavender, rosemary, thyme and peppermint. These oils are natural and safe when used as recommended.
Although aloe vera extract won’t repel most insects, many people swear by its ability to keep mosquitoes from landing and biting.
Forms of organic repellents
Organic bug repellents are sold as sprays, lotions, creams, balms, towelettes and wearables.
- Sprays are easy to use, absorb quickly and come with pump and aerosol dispensers.
- Lotions and creams require a bit of rubbing to absorb but have the added benefit of a moisturizing effect.
- Balms are similar to creams and lotions but are thicker and tend to wear longer.
- Towelettes are infused with repellent and are applied by simply wiping them over the skin.
- Wearables typically come in the form of bracelets that are coated with repellent. Although they have a limited effect, they are suitable for those who don’t like to apply other types of repellent on the skin.
Best organic bug repellents
Greenerways Organic DEET-Free Bug Repellent for Kids
This spray repellent is formulated for kids with certified organic essential oils that are gentle on delicate skin. It’s dermatologist-tested and free of parabens and phthalates.
Sold by Amazon
Babyganics Natural Insect Repellent
Made without artificial ingredients, sulfates, parabens or phthalates, Babyganics spray repellent keeps bugs away with a combination of essential oils in a soybean oil base. It’s formulated by a company known for making gentle baby products.
Sold by Buy Buy Baby and Amazon
Sallye Ander No-Bite-Me Natural Bug Repellent & After-Bite Cream
Not only is this cream soothing to skin, it contains a unique blend of 16 essential oils that most bugs find offensive. The ingredients are safe, organic and not tested on animals.
Sold by Amazon
Australian Gold DEET-free Insect Repellent
This repellent is formulated especially for deterring ticks and mosquitoes with tea tree oil and aloe vera. It sprays on in seconds and absorbs just as fast.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Superband Mosquito Repellent Bracelets
These mosquito-repelling stretchy bands are coated with essential oils and can be worn on the wrist or ankle. They can fit kids and adults, and they are waterproof too. The pack of 50 includes multiple colors.
Sold by Amazon
Off Botanicals Plant-Based DEET-Free Repellent
Off Botanicals repellent deters pests with plant-based ingredients instead of DEET that’s in some of the other products by the popular brand. It’s available in towelette or spray forms.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Murphy’s Naturals Mosquito Repellent Balm
This creamy balm is packed with bug-deterring essential oils and doesn’t contain artificial additives. It also contains beeswax that’s soothing to the skin.
Sold by Amazon
Fairy Tales Bug Bandit DEET-Free Bug Spray
Bug Bandit repellent spray has a soybean oil base and a blend of natural essential oils that work especially well at keeping mosquitoes away. It can be used on kids ages 3 and older.
Sold by Ulta
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Freddie Freeman and Andrew Heaney were aware of the high standards they would be expected to reach when they joined the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers in the offseason.
Freeman has fit right in with his usual excellence, while Heaney looks better than ever so far.
Freeman had four hits and three RBIs, Heaney struck out 11 over six innings of one-hit ball in a scoreless home debut, and Los Angeles completed a four-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds with a 9-1 victory Sunday.
Max Muncy, Will Smith and Chris Taylor had RBI doubles during a seven-run fourth on another dominant day for Los Angeles, which has won six straight.
“Hitting is contagious, and when you’ve got a bunch of great players, that seems to feed it,” Freeman said after his 19th career game with at least four hits. “That just shows what this lineup is capable of doing. Every guy is pretty much a game-changer in this lineup.”
The former Atlanta star warmed up for the Braves’ arrival in Chavez Ravine on Monday with a pair of run-scoring singles for the Dodgers, who hadn’t swept the Reds in a four-game home series since April 14-17, 1975 — exactly 47 years ago.
Tyler Naquin had an RBI single in the eighth for the Reds, who have lost six in a row to start the season at an NL-worst 2-8.
Heaney (1-0) largely dominated Cincinnati with only his fastball and a newfound slider, posting his 15th career start with at least 10 strikeouts. He walked three and allowed only a third-inning double by Kyle Farmer in his first appearance at Dodger Stadium since moving up the I-5 from Anaheim, where he spent 6 1/2 seasons with the Angels.
“It was just really good to see him build on that last outing,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. “Today it was really fun to watch. He was in complete command.”
After pitching scoreless ball into the fifth at Minnesota in his Dodgers debut last Tuesday, Heaney retired the first seven Reds he faced. After Farmer’s hit, Heaney set down 10 of his final 12 batters while again relying on his breaking pitches more frequently than at any previous point in his major league career.
“I had a good feel for the fastball and the slider, and that’s what we went with for the most part,” Heaney said. “I think (my) confidence has grown with that breaking ball. You don’t want to get too far ahead of yourself, but I’m getting more confident with that, and it’s a good feeling.”
Trea Turner went 0 for 4 with a walk and a run, ending his career-best hitting streak at 27 games dating to last year. The 2021 MLB batting champion, who hit a 105 mph lineout to shortstop in the eighth, failed to get a hit for only the seventh time in 61 games since joining the Dodgers last season.
Tyler Mahle (1-1) struck out five before finding big trouble in the fourth, eventually yielding seven runs on seven hits by the Dodgers’ relentless lineup.
The Orange County native shut down the Dodgers early before five straight batters reached base to open the fourth. Muncy drove home Freeman and Turner before Smith and Taylor added RBI doubles.
Freeman chased Mahle with an RBI single, his second hit of the inning.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Reds: RHP Daniel Duarte went on the 10-day injured list with swelling in his right elbow. He hasn’t pitched since giving up two runs to Cleveland last Tuesday. … 2B Jonathan India missed his third straight game with a hamstring injury, but Cincinnati still hadn’t decided whether he needs an IL stint. “He’s going to get treatment today,” manager David Bell said. “It’s been sore, but not too bad. Still hoping to avoid the IL.”
Dodgers: In the club’s first roster moves of the season, RHP Phil Bickford was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Bickford had arm soreness before spring training and wasn’t ready to start the season in the majors. LA optioned LHP Garrett Cleavinger, who made just one appearance.
UP NEXT
Reds: Nick Lodolo (0-1, 11.25 ERA) is scheduled to make his second major league start in San Diego for the opener of a three-game series Monday.
Dodgers: A rematch of the NL Championship Series and a reunion game for Freeman and new Atlanta closer Kenley Jansen when the Braves and Dodgers open a three-game series. Clayton Kershaw (1-0, 0.00 ERA) starts for Los Angeles after throwing seven perfect innings in his season debut.
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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels say three-time AL MVP Mike Trout is day to day and X-rays were negative after he was hit on his left hand by a pitch Sunday.
Trout was struck by a 1-1 slider from Texas Rangers right-hander Spencer Patton leading off the fifth inning. Trout was seemingly handcuffed by the 81 mph pitch, lowering his hands to protect his midsection.
Trout jumped around and shook the hand in pain. He initially walked toward the visiting dugout, then marched about halfway down the first-base line, where he was met by trainer Mike Frostad and manager Joe Maddon. Frostad checked to see if Trout could squeeze the hand, then walked him off the field and back to the clubhouse.
Trout is hitting .267 this season with two home runs and two RBIs. He earlier doubled on a flair to short right field.
The 30-year-old Trout played only 36 games last season through May 17 because of a calf injury.
Trout had surgery in 2017 after tearing ligaments in his left thumb on a slide into second base. He hasn’t played more than 140 games in a season since 2016.
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday as he nears a return from the torn right ACL that ended his 2021 season.
Atlanta said prior to a game Sunday night at San Diego that Acuña would join Gwinnett at Jacksonville for a series beginning Tuesday.
“I’m sure he’s excited to play real games under lights,” Atlanta manager Brian Snitker said. “It’s winding down to where we can get him back. That will be a boost for this club.”
The 24-year-old Acuña is a two-time All-Star and was playing like an MVP contender last season before injuring his knee in the outfield at Marlins Park on July 10. He was hitting .283 with 24 homers and a .990 OPS in 82 games at the time of the injury. He was left as a spectator for Atlanta’s World Series title run.
Acuña opened this season on the 10-day injured list and has been working out at the club’s spring training facility in North Port, Florida.
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VICTORIA, Texas -- Infowars filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as the website's founder and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones faces defamation lawsuits over his comments that the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax.
The bankruptcy filing Sunday in Texas puts civil litigation on hold while the business reorganizes its finances.
In its court filing, Infowars said it had estimated assets of $50,000 or less and estimated liabilities of $1 million to $10 million. Creditors listed in the bankruptcy filing include relatives of some of the 20 children and six educators killed in the 2012 school massacre in Connecticut.
The plaintiffs in that case have said they have been subjected to harassment and death threats from Jones' followers because of the hoax conspiracy that Jones promoted. Jones has since conceded the shooting did happen. The families have already won defamation lawsuits against Jones.
"Alex Jones is just delaying the inevitable: a public trial in which he will be held accountable for his profit-driven campaign of lies against the Sandy Hook families who have brought this lawsuit," said Christopher Mattei, who represents the families in a Connecticut lawsuit against Jones.
An attorney for Jones did not immediately return a message seeking comment Monday.
Last month, Jones was fined $75,000 for failing to appear for a deposition in a defamation case but a judge last week ordered the return of the money because Jones eventually showed up.
Another newly filed lawsuit accuses Jones of hiding millions of dollars in assets, but an attorney for Jones has called that allegation "ridiculous."
Neil Heslin, whose 6-year-old son, Jesse Lewis, died in the Newtown school shooting, said he did not immediately know how the bankruptcy will affect his defamation lawsuit against Jones in Texas, where a trial on how much money in damages Jones should pay the families is set to begin next week.
"It is what it is," Heslin said. "We'll see where it all goes. He's tried everything to avoid everything."
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Associated Press writer Dave Collins in Hartford, Connecticut, contributed to this report.
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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — With 50.9% of votes tallied in Brazil election, candidates very close with 50.3% for Bolsonaro, 49.7% for Lula da Silva.
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MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — At least five tornadoes have been confirmed after a severe weather outbreak Saturday along the Mississippi and Alabama Gulf Coast.
No injuries or deaths were reported as damage surveys continued.
The National Weather Service said Sunday that three tornadoes touched down in Jackson County, Mississippi, each with top winds estimated between 100 mph and 110 mph (160 kph and 175 kph).
In Alabama, two weak tornadoes with winds of 72 mph (115 kph) or less were confirmed, one in Theodore and one south of downtown Mobile. Surveyors were still looking Sunday for evidence of tornadoes in Alabama, where multiple funnel clouds were captured on video or in pictures.
A Mississippi twister in Vancleave had a path of 1.25 miles (2 kilometers) damaging trees, a home and some outbuildings. A 2.8-mile (4.5-kilometer) tornado damaged trees in Moss Point before crossing a marsh and Interstate 10. A 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) tornado damaged light poles at a park in Big Point.
Surveyors concluded that damage to Gautier Middle School was caused by straight line winds. Wind damage was also reported farther west in Pass Christian and Diamondhead, Mississippi.
Although tornadoes are rare in most of the United States in late fall and winter, they are more common along the Gulf Coast in those seasons, when cold fronts collide with warm Gulf of Mexico air.
In Alabama, multiple people made images of a funnel cloud crossing a highway that runs across Mobile Bay between Mobile and Spanish Fort. No damage was reported there.
Residents also reported wind damage in parts of western Mobile and in Theodore, southwest of the city. The Theodore tornado tore the roof off at least one house, blowing out windows. Other residents lost fences, trampolines and above-ground swimming pools.
“Opened this front door and the tree tops over there just parted and you could see a funnel not touching the ground, come through I slammed the door got in the hallway with the kids, and in a matter of 30 seconds the ramming and banging and it was gone,” homeowner Matthew McGilberry of Theodore told WKRG-TV on Sunday.
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Western Conference
B.C. Division
U.S. Division
Eastern Conference
East Division
Central Division
Note: Two points for a team winning in overtime or shootout; the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns.
Thursday's results
Vancouver 2 Edmonton 1
Friday's results
Winnipeg 4 Brandon 1
Calgary 5 Edmonton 0
Swift Current 6 Victoria 1
Red Deer 4 Vancouver 0
Moose Jaw 4 Everett 1
Saskatoon 2 Medicine Hat 1
Seattle 5 Prince George 4
Kelowna 4 Portland 3 (OT)
Kamloops 5 Spokane 1
Saturday's results
Winnipeg 4 Brandon 3
Everett 3 Regina 2
Prince George 4 Seattle 1
Swift Current 5 Prince Albert 4
Portland 5 Kelowna 3
Tri-City 6 Moose Jaw 2
Victoria 4 Medicine Hat 3 (OT)
Lethbridge 2 Saskatoon 1
Kamloops 7 Spokane 1
Sunday's results
Vancouver at Calgary, 2 p.m.
Red Deer at Edmonton, 4 p.m.
Tri-City at Regina, 4 p.m.
Tuesday's games
Everett at Winnipeg, 7:05 p.m.
Victoria at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.
Tri-City at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.
Vancouver at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
Prince George at Seattle, 7:05 p.m.
Wednesday's games
Everett at Brandon, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Calgary, 7 p.m.
Vancouver at Swift Current, 7 p.m.
Tri-City at Saskatoon, 7 p.m.
Prince George at Portland, 7 p.m.
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Red Deer at Swift Current, 7 p.m.
Everett at Saskatoon, 7 p.m.
Moose Jaw at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.
Seattle at Portland, 7 p.m.
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SAN ANTONIO — Actress America Ferrera made an appearance in San Antonio this weekend with local activists and politicians in an effort to get out the Latino vote ahead of the midterm election.
Ferrera, known for her role in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, co-founded Poderistas, a digital community built to celebrate Hispanic culture and help Latinas harness their power.
District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo and Rosie Castro, local civil rights activist and mother to politicians Julian and Joaquin Castro, joined the party Saturday afternoon.
“I had a great time encouraging our proud Latino community to vote early with all these fantastic young poderosas celebrating their quinces! Grateful for orgs like @JoltAction @iwillharness for embracing our culture and harnessing it for a great cause -- casting our ballot,” Castillo wrote on Twitter.
The event featured live music, pizza, food trucks, art, carnival games and more. San Antonio was the final stop on the Poderistas get-out-the-vote tour aimed at encouraging Latinas to vote by providing resources and information. Poderistas hosted events in Miami, Las Vegas and Phoenix.
The festivities began at El Camino Friday evening, where MTV Entertainment co-hosted a party spotlighting Latina-owned food vendor La Elotera.
On Saturday, actress Ferrera joined others, including Castillo, for a community discussion about Latina civic engagement. They also hosted a workshop to provide information about voter registration and voting early. The chat was followed by the “Quince to the Polls” party, which featured young women dressed up for quinceañeras, according to social media posts.
This summer, Poderistas launched the “ Poder Portal ” online to offer an educational voter tool tailored toward Latinas.
This isn’t the first time Ferrera has rallied Latina voters in San Antonio. She traveled to the Alamo City in 2016 to promote the Hispanic vote as part of the campaign of then-presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, according to Telemundo San Antonio.
“We are so excited to gather with local Latinas in Texas to ensure everyone has a plan in place to cast a ballot in the upcoming midterms, and to underscore the critical importance of the Latina vote,” Mónica Ramírez, co-founder of Poderistas, said in a statement.
Early voting runs through Nov. 4. Election Day is Nov. 8.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk on Sunday tweeted a link to an unfounded rumor about the attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, just days after Musk's purchase of Twitter fueled concerns that the social media platform would no longer seek to limit misinformation and hate speech.
Musk's tweet, which he later deleted, linked to an article by a fringe website, the Santa Monica Observer, an outlet that has previously asserted that Hillary Clinton died on Sept. 11 and was replaced with a body double.
In this case, the article recycled a baseless claim that the personal life of Paul Pelosi, the speaker's husband, somehow played a role in an intruder's attack last week in the couple's San Francisco home, even though there is no evidence to support that claim.
Musk did so in reply to a tweet by Hillary Clinton. Her tweet had criticized Republicans for generally spreading “hate and deranged conspiracy theories” and said, “It is shocking, but not surprising, that violence is the result.”
In response to Clinton's tweet, Musk provided a link to the Santa Monica Observer article and added, “There is a tiny possibility there might be more to this story than meets the eye."
The Los Angeles Times, the dominant news organization in the Southern California area where the Observer is located, has said the Observer is “notorious for fake news.”
Police in San Francisco have said the suspect in last week's attack, identified as David DePape, 42, broke into the Pelosi family’s Pacific Heights home early Friday and confronted Paul Pelosi, demanding to know, as the AP has reported, “Where is Nancy?”
The two men struggled over a hammer before officers responding to a 911 call to the home saw DePape strike Paul Pelosi at least once, police said. DePape was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, elder abuse and burglary. Prosecutors plan to file charges on Monday and expect his arraignment on Tuesday.
Police say the attack was “intentional” and not random but have not stated publicly what they consider to be the motive.
The exchange between Musk and Clinton occurred a day after Yoel Roth, Twitter's head of safety and integrity, tweeted that the company's policies toward “slurs” and “hateful conduct” were still in place.
“Bottom line up front: Twitter’s policies haven’t changed. Hateful conduct has no place here,” Roth wrote.
Shortly after Musk took control of Twitter, some accounts on the platform began tweeting messages ranging from racist slurs to political misinformation, such as “Trump won,” to see what Twitter will now tolerate.
Musk himself said Friday that he would form a “content moderation council” for Twitter and promised advertisers that the website would not devolve into a “free for all hellscape.” Musk has also described himself as a “free speech absolutist.”
But at least one major advertiser, General Motors, has said it will suspend advertising on Twitter while it monitors the direction of the platform under Musk.
Also on Sunday, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Minnesota Democrat, said on NBC's “Meet the Press” that she didn't trust Musk to run Twitter.
Referring to antisemitic attacks and the QAnon conspiracy theory that were advanced online by DePape, the suspect in the attack, Klobuchar said, “I think you have to have some content moderation.”
“If Elon Musk has said now that he’s going to start a content moderation board," the senator said, "that was one good sign. But I continue to be concerned about that. I just don’t think people should be making money off of passing on this stuff that’s a bunch of lies.” | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/Musk-tweets-link-to-an-unfounded-conspiracy-theory-17545358.php | 2022-10-30T22:30:04 | en | 0.972875 |
SAN ANTONIO - Spurs coach Gregg Popovich declined Sunday to answer questions about reports from several outlets, including the Express-News, that the club waived Josh Primo after multiple alleged incidents of exposing himself to women.
"I think under the circumstances, I think it's inappropriate for me to say anything beyond what we have already put out for our statement," Popovich said.
Meeting with reporters before a game with Minnesota, Popovich was asked when the club first learned of the allegations and how many times Primo allegedly exposed himself and where and when the alleged incidents occurred.
Requesting anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the topic, a league source confirmed to the Express-News on Saturday night that the club let Primo due to the allegations.
"He has issues," the source said.
Houston-based attorney Tony Buzbee confirmed to USA TODAY Sports on Saturday night that he is representing a former Spurs female employee who alleged Primo exposed himself to her.
Buzbee represented several women who accused NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. Buzbee did not return phone messages seeking comment.
The Spurs announced they had waived Primo in a surprising, four-paragraph statement before Friday's game agaisnt Chicago that offered no explanation for why they cut ties with the No. 12 pick in the 2021 draft.
“It is our hope that, in the long run, this decision will serve the best interest of both the organization and Joshua,” Spurs CEO R.C. Buford said in a statement.
Last Friday night, Primo issued a statement to ESPN that said he has a "mental health" issue that requires treatment.
“I know that you all are surprised by today's announcement. I've been seeking help to deal with previous trauma I suffered and will now take this time to focus on my mental health treatment more fully," Primo's statement read. "I hope to be able to discuss these issues in the future so I can help others who have suffered in a similar way. I appreciate privacy at this time.”
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A University of Kentucky student who was studying in South Korea was one of more than 150 people killed when a huge Halloween party crowd surged into a narrow alley in a nightlife district in Seoul, the school said Sunday.
Anne Gieske, a nursing student from northern Kentucky, died in the crush of people in the Itaewon area of Seoul on Saturday night, University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto said in a statement posted on the school's website.
Gieske was studying in South Korea this semester with an education abroad program, Capilouto said. The university also has two other students and a faculty member there, but they have been contacted and they are safe, he said.
“We have been in contact with Anne’s family and will provide whatever support we can — now and in the days ahead — as they cope with this indescribable loss,” the statement said.
The university is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The school has offered online and phone resources for students who are grieving, including the services of a mental health clinician. The university has nearly 80 students from South Korea, the statement said.
"As a community, it is a sacred responsibility we must keep — to be there for each other in moments of sheer joy and in those of deepest sadness," Capilouto said. “That is what compassionate communities do.”
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NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Fabian Zetterland scored late in the first, Nico Hischier and defenseman Ryan Graves scored 33 seconds apart early in the second and Vitek Vanecek made 19 saves for the surging New Jersey Devils, who routed the Columbus Blue Jackets 7-1 on Sunday.
Defensemen John Marino and Jonas Siegenthaler, Jesper Bratt and Miles Wood also scored for New Jersey and Vanecek won his third straight.
The Devils bombarded the Blue Jackets with 52 shots and won for the sixth time in seven games after losing twice to start the season. Columbus lost its third in a row.
Zetterlund opened the scoring with about seven minutes left in the first with a rocket past Columbus goalie Elvis Merzlikins for his first of the season. Hischier drew the assist.
The Devils dominated the first, outshooting the visitors 20-5. Hischier made it 2-0 at 3:22 of the second with an unassisted goal to give him four goals and five assists in eight games this season.
Defenseman Ryan Graves netted his first of the season at 3:55, with assists from Jack Hughes and Bratt.
It extended Bratt’s season-opening points streak to nine games. And Hughes, who scored the lone goal in Friday’s 1-0 home win over the Colorado Avalanche, now has three goals and five assists.
Blue Jackets forward Yegor Chinakhov broke through at 6:39 of the second period with his second goal of the season.
Marino put the home team ahead 4-1 with an unassisted goal — his first of the season and first with New Jersey — with about 20 seconds left in the second. In the third period, Siegenthaler made it 5-1, Bratt increased the lead to 6-1 and Wood completed the scoring.
Columbus is 3-7-0 to start the season, last in the Metropolitan Division.
The crowd at Prudential Center booed Columbus' Johnny Gaudreau, a New Jersey native who spurned the Devils as a free agent last summer, every time he touched the puck.
HONORING A LEGEND
Before the game, the Devils honored former defenseman Ken Daneyko for his four decades with the franchise as a three-time Stanley Cup winner and longtime broadcaster. Daneyko dropped the ceremonial puck.
NOTES
The Devils haven’t allowed more than 25 shots in a game this season.
UP NEXT
Devils: Visit Vancouver on Tuesday to start a three-game trip through western Canada.
Blue Jackets: In Finland to play the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 4 in first of two games there as part of the NHL Global Series.
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DORAL, Fla. (AP) — Dustin Johnson watched the final putt of his season roll in, pumped his right fist and waited for the party to begin.
Another big celebration. Another big check, too.
Johnson drove the green on the 370-yard par-4 16th to set up an easy birdie that provided a bit of breathing room, Patrick Reed birdied his last hole to put their squad ahead for good and 4Aces GC captured the season-ending LIV Golf team championship at Trump National Doral on Sunday by one shot over Cameron Smith and Punch GC.
The victory capped a monster earnings year for Johnson, by far the biggest money winner in the first year of LIV. Including his $18 million for winning the season-long individual title, Johnson finished with $35,637,767 in earnings.
“It's been amazing," Johnson said. “Obviously, the fans (are) what makes it. This week's been incredible. This whole season has gotten better and better and obviously this finale has been unbelievable."
Johnson (70), Reed (70), Talor Gooch (71) and Pat Perez (70) shot a combined 7 under 281 on the par-72 Sunday — and split $16 million.
“I feel unbelievable," Perez said.
Reed felt even better, making birdie on his final hole to give Johnson a one-shot lead to work with. Johnson was on the par-4 18th green in two when Reed finished, while Smith — the other player in Johnson's twosome — was needing a miracle that didn't arrive. Reed's birdie gave his team the lead, and two putts from Johnson later, it was over.
“Makes me feel great," Reed said.
Johnson wound up claiming 14% of the $255 million in purses and bonuses won by all players in LIV's inaugural year, not including signing bonuses, which were massive and reported to be around $200 million for Phil Mickelson, and at least $100 million apiece for players like Johnson, Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau.
Smith (65), Matt Jones (70), Wade Ormsby (73) and Marc Leishman (74) finished at 6 under, splitting $8 million. Smash GC — Koepka (74), Peter Uihlein (75), Jason Kokrak (68) and Chase Koepka (75) — ended 4 over and split $6 million.
Stinger GC, the team of Louis Oosthuizen (71), Charl Schwartzel (71), Hennie du Plessis (76) and Branden Grace (80), finished at 10 over and split $4 million.
“Coming down the stretch here, you couldn't draw it up any better with me and Cam battling it out to win the team championship," Johnson said.
The payouts next year, when LIV grows from eight to 14 events, will reach $405 million. And if more players join LIV in the coming months, there will be more signing bonuses, too.
“Next year we’re going to play 14 events, plus ... the majors,” Mickelson said during the LIV Golf broadcast on YouTube, doing the knock-on-wood-for-luck move before saying “the majors.” “And that’s a lot of golf. I’ve got a lot of golf coming up next year and I really want to get back to the level that I know I can play."
The majors remain in some question since much of the qualifying process for them revolves around world rankings. For now, LIV players don’t get points toward their Official World Golf Ranking. They’ve been trying to change that.
All 16 of the players who competed Sunday finished their LIV year with more than $2 million in earnings, though most of them received much more.
Perez made just over $8 million in seven LIV events, which is more than he had in his last five years on the PGA Tour combined.
Uihlein, who never won on the PGA Tour, finished his LIV season with just over $12.5 million in seven events. That more than doubled his career earnings in 10 years as a pro.
“We’ve had a lot of headwinds,” LIV CEO and commissioner Greg Norman said on the streamed broadcast prior to the start of the final round. “We’ve weathered all the storms, and we’re here. We’ve got a great crew of people and we’ve got a great product and we’re off and running.”
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ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta's Younghoe Koo booted a 41-yard field goal in overtime after the Carolina Panthers missed a pair of kicks that could've won it, giving the Falcons an improbable 37-34 victory Sunday that maintained their hold on first place in the NFC South.
The teams combined for three touchdowns in the final 3:06 of regulation before a silly penalty by the Panthers' D.J. Moore opened the door for the Falcons (4-4) to pull it out.
With the Falcons up 34-28, Carolina (2-6) appeared to have won the game in stunning fashion when Moore hauled in a 62-yard touchdown heave from P.J. Walker with 12 seconds remaining.
But Moore ripped off his helmet during a raucous celebration in the end zone, resulting in a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. That pushed back the extra point to a 48-yard attempt, and Eddy Piñeiro pulled it left of the upright.
Carolina (2-6) had another chance to win in OT after C.J. Henderson returned an interception 54 yards to the Falcons 20. But Piñeiro botched another kick, yanking a wobbler left again from 32 yards out — shorter than a regular extra point.
The Panthers wouldn't get another shot. Marcus Mariota, who threw three touchdown passes, ripped off a 30-yard run for the Falcons that set up Koo's game-winner with 1:55 left in the extra period.
The Panthers had a chance to create a four-team logjam in the NFC South. Instead, the Falcons have the lead all to themselves with a .500 record.
Mariota was 20 of 28 for 253 yards with a pair of interceptions, his first coming on the second play of the game.
But he was awfully good between those two picks, completing 12 straight passes at one point.
In the end, Mariota used his legs to burst from the pocket, veer toward the sideline and finish off the big run that would finally end the game.
The Panthers will regret how they let this one get away. They wasted a three-touchdown performance by D'Onta Foreman, who filled in brilliantly for injured running back Chuba Hubbard.
Hubbard, who had 118 yards on 26 carries, scored the last of his touchdowns on a 12-yard run with 3:06 to go, pushing the Panthers to a 31-28 lead.
Mariota and the Falcons needed less than a minute to go back in front. Damiere Byrd hauled in a pass around the 32, looped across the field and found a lane for a 47-yard TD with 2:14 on the clock.
The Panthers went out on downs, and the Falcons padded the lead on Koo's 36-yard field goal with 34 seconds remaining.
Enough time, it turned out, for the Panthers to score a touchdown. Moore ran right by Dean Marlowe, taking a more prominent role in the Falcons' injury depleted secondary, and hauled in what appeared to be the winning score after an impressive heave by Walker.
Moore finished with six catches for 152 yards and would have been the hero. But he yanked off his helmet — and the victory slipped away.
INJURY REPORT
Panthers: S Juston Burris went out with a concussion. ... CB Donte Jackson sustained an ankle injury late in the game.
Falcons: Already depleted in the secondary, Atlanta got a scare when cornerback Cornell Armstrong wobbled off the field midway through the third quarter. But he missed only a couple of plays before returning.
UP NEXT
Panthers: Hit the road again next Sunday to face the Cincinnati Bengals.
Falcons: Host the San Diego Chargers next Sunday.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cristian “Chicho” Arango scored the go-ahead goal for the second straight game and the Los Angeles Football Club advanced to its first MLS Cup final with a 3-0 victory over Austin FC on Sunday.
LAFC — which won the Supporters Shield as the top team in the regular season — will host the winner of Sunday night's Eastern Conference final between NYCFC-Philadelphia Union on Saturday afternoon.
In the second half, Maximiliano Urruti scored an own goal and substitute Kwadwo Opoku added a score in the late stages.
It's just the second time in the last 10 years that the winner of the Supporters Shield made the MLS Cup final.
Arango headed in a crossing pass from Carlos Vela on a corner kick in the 29th minute to put LAFC on top.
The forward has scored in 26 of the 52 MLS games he has played since making his debut in August of last season. He is an MVP finalist after scoring 30 regular-season goals.
After Urruti's own goal in the 62nd minute, Opoku took advantage of a turnover and put a left-footed shot past Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver.
LAFC has won 11 of its last 12 matches (including the postseason) at home.
Austin FC finished in second place in its second season in MLS and had a 16-10-8 record during the regular season.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Alvin Kamara scored his first three touchdowns of the season, and the New Orleans Saints shut out the Las Vegas Raiders 24-0 on Sunday.
Kamara converted short receptions into touchdowns of 36 and 16 yards. He also rushed for a 3-yard score.
Andy Dalton justified the Saints' decision to start him for a fifth straight game despite season-opening starter Jameis Winston having recovered enough from back and ankle injuries to be a full participant in practice this week.
Dalton was 22 of 30 for 229 yards and two TDs. His top receiver was Kamara, who had nine receptions for 96 yards to go with his 62 yards rushing.
Kamara has been having a productive season and had surpassed 100 yards from scrimmage in New Orleans' previous three games.
Oddly, that hadn't translated into a single touchdown until he faced Las Vegas — just days after saying he wanted to “whoop” the Raiders this week for Saints coach Dennis Allen, whose first head coaching job came with that club from 2012 to 2014.
It was an anemic performance by the Las Vegas offense under coach Josh McDaniels. The Raiders didn't get the ball across midfield until two minutes remained in the game.
Derek Carr, who was pulled late in the fourth quarter, finished 15 of 26 for 101 yards with one interception. He was sacked three times.
The Saints finished with four sacks in all, two by second-year defensive end Payton Turner, who was playing for the first time in four weeks after recovering from a chest injury. Tackle David Onyemata had another, while end Cameron Jordan and tackle Kentavius Street shared one.
TURNOVER TURNAROUND
The Saints came in with an NFL-worst turnover differential of minus-10 but fared better against Las Vegas.
New Orleans did not turn the ball over and safety Tyrann Mathieu intercepted Carr on a pass tipped by linebacker Pete Werner. That was the Saints' second interception all season. Mathieu has both.
INJURIES
Raiders: Played without tight end Darren Waller, who had been listed as questionable as he tried to return from an Oct. 10 hamstring injury. Davante Adams, who had been questionable with an illness, played but had just one catch for 3 yards.
Saints: Running back Mark Ingram was treated for a knee injury in the first half and did not return.
UP NEXT
Raiders: At Jacksonville on Nov. 6.
Saints: Host Baltimore in a Monday night game on Nov. 7.
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SOUTHAMPTON, Bermuda (AP) — Seamus Power did enough right and left all the mistakes to PGA Tour rookie Ben Griffin on Sunday to win the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for his second tour title.
Power took the lead for good with a 25-foot birdie putt at the 14th. A bogey on the final hole gave the Irishman a 1-under 70 and a one-shot victory over Thomas Detry, who earlier had holed a bunker shot on the 18th for birdie and a 67.
But it was Griffin who had the best chance.
Just more than a year after Griffin was working as a loan officer, he had a shot at winning on the PGA Tour and going to the Masters. He started the back nine at Port Royal with back-to-back birdies, putting him at 5 under for the day and with a two-shot lead over Power.
And then it all fell apart.
Griffin bogeyed four straight holes, followed by a double bogey on the par-3 16th that effectively ended his chances.
The turning point came at the 14th when Griffin hooked his tee shot, had to take a penalty drop and make his third straight bogey, while Power holed his birdie putt for a two-shot swing and his first lead of the day.
Both made bogey on the 15th. Griffin hit a hard draw into a strong wind that went into the hazard above the Atlantic Ocean, leading to another penalty drop and another missed putt for a double bogey.
“This course was always going to be a tale of two sides,” Power said. “I knew it was going to be hard coming in and it was. I'm delighted to get it done.”
Power won last year at the Barbasol Championship in Kentucky, held the same week as the British Open. This victory moves him to No. 32 in the world. He came into Bermuda at No. 48, the highest-ranked player in the field.
After making four straight bogeys and then a double bogey, Griffin used iron off the tee on the par-5 17th and watched it run through the fairway and into the water. He took his third penalty drop in four holes, though at least managed a par.
Power went just over the green and chipped to 3 feet for birdie, giving him a two-shot lead over Detry and room for error playing the last hole.
“It was a fun week. I hate to finish the tournament the way I did,” said Griffin, who shot 72 and tied for third with Patrick Rodgers (65) and Kevin Yu (67). “As I gain more experience, I'm going to get more comfortable.”
Griffin and Power were tied going into the final round, and it was Griffin who seized control early with four birdies in the opening six holes. He looked like a winner when he rolled in birdie putts on the 10th and 11th to extend his lead to two shots.
But he missed a 6-foot par putt on the 12th, and he missed a 4-foot par putt on the next hole, and it only got tougher from there.
DIVOTS: Aaron Baddeley, who got in as a Monday qualifier, was in the mix until a pair of late bogeys. He still tied for sixth and was among those who earned spots into Mayakoba next week in Mexico for finishing in the top 10. ... Tennessee freshman Caleb Surratt shot a 64 to make the cut. He followed that with an 85 in the third round, only to improve by 20 shots with a 65 on Sunday.
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — David Robertson walked off the mound after retiring Miami’s Miguel Rojas in April 2019. He wouldn’t throw another big league pitch for nearly 2 1/2 years.
He was a big bucks bust, his elbow shot less than a month into a $23 million, two-year contract with the Phillies. One surgery, a trip to Japan and three teams later, he’s wearing those high socks on a World Series mound, closing for Philadelphia at age 37.
“Very happy to end up back here in Philly,” he said. “I felt like my first go-around here did not work out well for me or the team. I blew out seven games in and was never able to really show what I could do or be able to help out the club.”
Robertson smiled as teammates filed by him to exchange hand slaps following Friday night’s opener. Robertson got the save for getting the final three outs in a 6-5, 10-inning win, retiring Aledmys Díaz on a game-ending groundout but only after allowing runners to reach second and third. He lived up to the “Houdini” nickname he earned with the New York Yankees, where he succeeded Mariano Rivera as closer.
“He had a tendency to get in trouble and then work his way out of it,” said Phillies manager Rob Thomson, a Yankees coach from 2008-17. “But that’s who he is. He’s got a really calm demeanor and a slow heartbeat and he conveys that throughout the bullpen, so he helps a lot of the younger guys. A lot of guys are going through troubles, he can help them through it.”
A Birmingham native who attended the University of Alabama, Robertson was drafted by the Yankees on the 17th round in the 2006 amateur draft and reached the big leagues two years later. He was a middle reliever during the 2009 title run, getting wins in the Division Series and League Championship Series and making a pair of scoreless appearances against the Phillies in the World Series as the Yankees won the title.
Robertson didn’t return to the Series until this year.
“I feel like a real part of the team,” he said. “In 2009, it was my second year in the league and there was so many superstars on that team that I just tried to kind of stay in the background and enjoy it, but I don’t remember as much of it.”
In his 14th big league season, Robertson has 57 wins and 157 saves. He became a late-inning reliever in 2011, earning his only All-Star trip, was promoted to primary setup man in 2012 and then closer when Rivera retired after the 2013 season. After one year in the role, Robertson left for a $46 million, four-year contract with the Chicago White Sox.
He was dealt back to the Yankees in July 2017. Even on a high-profile team, he was relatively anonymous away from the ballpark, riding the subway to Yankee Stadium wearing a hoodie.
When the contract expired, he became a free agent again and signed with the Phillies. Shut down 2 1/2 weeks into the season with what initially was diagnosed as a strained flexor tendon, Robertson had surgery Aug. 15 with Dr. James Andrews.
“I definitely had a rough road coming back from that injury. I had a little bit more complicated than just the Tommy John. I had flexor repair, as well,” Robertson said. “So my timeline was a lot longer than most people. And I was 34 years old when I had surgery, so it took me a little bit of time to get back. In my mind that wasn’t done, I just needed it that amount of time to get my elbow right to be able to pitch.”
He spent much of 2020 rehabbing, and was shut down after a setback in August. His Phillies contract over, he promised USA Baseball executive director Paul Seiler he would play for the U.S. Olympic team under Mike Scioscia. Robertson had two saves as the Americans won the silver medal.
“It was so hot over there. And even coming from Alabama, the humidity over there was something I hadn’t experienced in a long time,” Robertson said. “You’re playing in 100 degrees with 100% humidity on AstroTurf, and the game was so fast. They had it sped up faster than anything I’ve ever seen. And no fans in the seats, so you could hear everything.”
He signed with Tampa Bay a little more than a week after the Olympics, pitched six times for Triple-A Durham and was back in the majors on Sept. 1, 2021. He pitched 12 regular-season games and three in the Division Series. Then in January, he reached a $3.5 million, one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs that would earn him another $1.6 million in bonuses.
Batters had just one hit in their first 34 at-bats against him this season. With Chicago out of contention, the Phillies acquired him at the trade deadline on Aug. 2 for minor league right-hander Ben Brown.
“He was one of the best relief pitchers in the game of baseball at that point,” Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said. “He’s pitched in big moments in a big market. So we thought if we were going to acquire somebody that can pitch at the back end of the game, he’d feel very comfortable to do that.”
Robertson had six saves in nine chances with a 2.70 ERA for the Phillies and finished the season with 20 saves in 28 chances and a .173 opponents’ batting average along with a 2.40 ERA and 1.16 WHIP. He averaged 93 mph with his cutter, close to his pre-surgery peak.
Then he opened the playoffs by getting the win with a perfect eighth inning against St. Louis in the Wild Card Series opener. He missed the Division Series after hurting his right calf while jumping to celebrate Bryce Harper's home run in the clinching win over the Cardinals.
It took 13 years for Robertson to make it back to baseball’s biggest stage, and he’s enjoying the moment.
“Pretty good adrenaline rush there,” he said the day after getting the Series save. “It turned into a tough inning there, but it always is tough to get those final three outs.”
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Whether it’s toxic treats, constrictive costumes, or autumn activities, this season comes with quite a few health and safety hazards for pets.
Nexstar’s WKRN found a number of pet safety tips from Camp Bow Wow’s animal health and behavior expert, Erin Askeland; the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA); and VCA Animal Hospitals to keep in mind for Halloween and the fall season.
When it comes to Halloween, one of the best things you can do is to leave your pet at home when you go trick-or-treating. As VCA Animal Hospitals explains, the costumes, strangers, and sounds can be overwhelming.
At home, keep your pet in a safe space, preferably behind a closed door and away from the ringing doorbell during trick-or-treating. You can even help block out the noise of the holiday festivities by turning on the television, playing calming music, or setting up a fan.
There are plenty of Howl-o-ween activities to keep your pet entertained, like creating a scavenger hunt by stashing treats around the house for your pet to find.
If there’s a chance of your pet sneaking out the open door while you’re distracted by trick-or-treaters, make sure they have some form of identification on them like a microchip, collar, or ID tag.
If you want to play dress up with your pet, make sure they have a safe and comfortable costume. Experts say you should avoid costumes that:
- Restrict the animal’s movement, hearing, or sight
- Impede their ability to breathe, smell, bark, or meow
- Feature small, dangling, or removable pieces that your pet could chew off and choke on.
Let your pet try on any costumes before Halloween so they can get used to them. If they seem distressed or display unusual behavior, don’t force them to wear the costume. Instead, just give them a festive collar, harness, or bandana.
Never leave a pet in costume without supervision.
You’ll also want to avoid leaving your pet alone with any of the sweet treats you collect.
All forms of chocolate, especially dark and baking chocolate, are toxic for dogs and cats because they contain caffeine and theobromine. These chemicals can impact your pet‘s brain, heart, and muscles. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, changes in heart rate and rhythm, tremors, and seizures.
Raisins can lead to kidney failure and, if they’re covered in chocolate, they’re even more toxic.
Candy corn and other candies made with pure sugar can result in severe gas and diarrhea while bite-sized hard candies pose a major choking hazard, according to Pets Best.
Many sugar-free candies and gum contain a sugar substitute called xylitol, which is also dangerous for dogs, even causing their blood sugar to drop to dangerously low levels, leading to seizures and even liver damage.
Even candy wrappers can cause intestinal upset and gastrointestinal blockage. If you think your pet has ingested something toxic, you are urged to immediately call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.
In addition to candy, some decorations and accessories can be dangerous to your pet. That includes fake cobwebs, batteries, toys, power cords, glow sticks, and costume pieces that can lead to choking, internal injury, or illness.
Once Halloween has passed, there are still other fall-related hazards to be aware of if you have pets, according to VCA Animal Hospitals.
That includes items like mothballs and rodenticides, which can be toxic for pets. Experts recommend using pet-friendly options or, when it comes to protecting your home from rodents, contacting a professional.
As you prepare your car for winter months, you may be using antifreeze. You’ll want to be aware of where your pet is because if they consume even a small amount of antifreeze, or any other chemical you’re using on your vehicle, you should take them to receive veterinary care immediately.
If you plan to take your dog out for a walk during hunting season, and you’ll be in an area where hunters may be present, make sure to dress in bright orange or another bright color to make sure you’re visible.
Though it may be colder outside, veterinarians say fleas and ticks can remain active for some time. Your pet may also be exposed to Leptospirosis, a disease caused by Leptospira bacteria found in moist soil or stagnant water. There is a vaccine your pet can receive to protect them.
Some wild mushrooms and fall vegetables like onions and garlic can be harmful to pets as well.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zion Williamson had 21 points and 12 rebounds in his return, and the New Orleans Pelicans pulled away in the second half to rout the Los Angeles Clippers 112-91 on Sunday.
CJ McCollum added 22 points for the Pelicans, who’ve won four of their first six games. Williamson was out the last two games with a right hip and lower back contusion, one of three starters to have missed last two games.
Norman Powell had 18 points off the bench for the Clippers. Paul George added 14 points and Marcus Morris had 12. With Kawhi Leonard again sidelined, the Clippers dropped their fourth in a row.
Naji Marshall stole Amir Coffey's bad pass and streaked down court to score in the game's closing minutes, waving goodbye to the Clippers fans who hadn't already bailed out.
Williamson and McCollum combined to score 10 straight to open the third, giving New Orleans a 62-54 lead.
Reggie Jackson scored seven in a row to draw the Clippers within one before the Pelicans got going again. Larry Nance Jr. hit a 3-pointer and Williamson followed with a dunk. Williamson closed the period by completing a three-point play that sent the Pelicans into the fourth leading 78-67.
The Pelicans have been a force in the paint through their first six games, ranking second in the league with 56 points. They had that many against the Clippers.
The Pelicans were 15 of 36 from 3-point range, hitting five in the fourth. The Clippers were just 11 of 39 from long distance.
Trailing by 11 points, the Pelicans outscored the Clippers 17-9 to close the second and pull into a 52-all tie at halftime.
TIP-INS
Pelicans: Starters Herb Jones (right knee hyperextension) and Brandon Ingram (concussion protocols) each missed their third straight game.
Clippers: Leonard missed his fourth game with knee stiffness and he won't play Monday either.
UP NEXT
Pelicans: After two days off, visit the Lakers on Wednesday.
Clippers: Host the Houston Rockets on Monday in the second game of a back-to-back.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The man accused of attacking House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband carried zip ties with him when he broke into the couple’s San Francisco home, according to a person briefed on the investigation, in what is the latest parallel to the Capitol riot of Jan. 6, 2021.
The person was not authorized to publicly discuss the Pelosi case and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Sunday.
The attack on the Democratic leader’s 82-year-old husband, Paul Pelosi, less than two weeks before the Nov. 8 election that will determine control of Congress as well as key statewide and local offices, was an unsettling reminder of the nation’s toxic political climate. With threats to public officials at an all-time high, members of Congress were being urged to reach out for additional security resources, including increased police patrols of their neighborhoods.
U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger said in a weekend memo to lawmakers that the attack “is a somber reminder of the threats elected officials and families face in 2022.”
Police in San Francisco said the assault of Paul Pelosi was intentional. Authorities said the suspect, identified as David DePape, 42, confronted Paul Pelosi in the family’s Pacific Heights home early Friday and, the AP has reported, demanded to know, “Where is Nancy?”
The two men struggled over a hammer before officers responding to a 911 call to the home saw DePape strike Paul Pelosi at least once, police said. DePape was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, elder abuse and burglary. Prosecutors plan to file charges on Monday and expect his arraignment on Tuesday.
Eerie echoes of the Jan. 6 riot were apparent in the incident at the Pelosi home.
Rioters who swarmed the Capitol trying to overturn Joe Biden’s election victory over Donald Trump roamed the halls and shouted menacingly, demanding “Where’s Nancy?” Some in the siege were seen inside the Capitol carrying zip ties. The presence of the zip ties on the suspect in Paul Pelosi’s assault was first reported by CNN.
Nancy Pelosi was in Washington when her husband was attacked at home. She soon returned to San Francisco, where her husband was hospitalized. He had surgery for a skull fracture, and suffered other injuries to his arms and hands, her office said.
“Our children, our grandchildren and I are heartbroken and traumatized by the life-threatening attack on our Pop,” she said in a letter late Saturday to colleagues. “We are grateful for the quick response of law enforcement and emergency services, and for the life-saving medical care he is receiving.”
Paul Pelosi remains hospitalized and “continues to improve,” she told colleagues.
With Election Day nearing and Trump relentlessly promoting claims he did not lose to Biden in 2020, federal agencies warned on Friday that domestic extremists fueled by election falsehoods “pose a heightened threat” to the midterms. The Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies said the greatest danger was “posed by lone offenders who leverage election-related issues to justify violence.”
Biden and other officials, Democrats and Republicans, condemned the attack on Paul Pelosi and said violence has no home in American politics.
“Enough is enough is enough,” Biden said while campaigning in Pennsylvania on Friday night.
Trump, in an interview taped Friday with Americano Media, a conservative Spanish-language network, called the attack on Paul Pelosi a “terrible thing,” but the former president also tried to link it to crime in U.S. cities.
For years, Republicans have tried to make Pelosi a campaign boogeyman, using the 82-year-old’s image as a recurring caricature in countless ads against Democrats, including many now airing in races nationwide during a hostile election season.
The head of the Republican National Committee, Ronna McDaniel, said Sunday it was “unfair” to blame the GOP for creating a political climate that could have laid the ground for such an attack.
“You can’t say people saying, ‘Let’s fire Pelosi’ or ‘Let’s take back the House” is saying go do violence,” she told “Fox News Sunday.”
The House GOP’s campaign chief, Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer, was asked during a Sunday interview about a tweet promoting his own video, which shows him shooting a gun at an indoor target.
“Enjoyed exercising my Second Amendment rights,” Emmer tweeted, mentioning he was with two House GOP candidates. The video includes the imagery and sounds of the rifle being fired. The tweet was posted Wednesday, before Paul Pelosi was assaulted, and said: “13 days to make history. Let’s #FirePelosi.”
Emmer said on CBS’ “Face the Nation” that he was just “exercising our Second Amendment rights, having fun.”
Both McDaniel and House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy of California said Paul Pelosi’s assailant was “deranged.”
McCarthy said on Fox News Channel’s “Sunday Morning Futures” that violence or the threat of violence “has no place in our society.”
Five years ago, a left-wing activist opened fire on Republicans as they practiced for an annual charity baseball game. Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana was critically wounded. In 2011, then-Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., was shot in the head at an event outside a Tucson grocery store.
Elon Musk jumped into the debate Sunday tweeting, then deleting, a link to a fringe website with an unfounded rumor about the attack on Speaker Pelosi’s husband. Sent to his millions of followers, Musk’s tweet came just days after his purchase of Twitter fueled concerns that the social media platform would no longer seek to limit misinformation and hate speech.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, who leads the Senate committee overseeing security at the Capitol, said lawmakers are considering new measures, including taking their private information off the internet.
Klobuchar, D-Minn., noted, however that Nancy Pelosi “has been villainized for years and, big surprise, it’s gone viral, and it went violent.”
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