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Parkland soccer player Hailey Sammarco and Emmaus football player Jake Fotta are our Athlete of the Week winners for Week 3 of the 2022-23 season.
Jake Fotta, Emmaus football
The quarterback was 10 of 12 passing for 149 yards and two TDs in a 27-19 win over Whitehall. He returned from an ACL injury that sidelined him all of 2021.
Hailey Sammarco, Parkland soccer
Scored a goal in each game this season as Trojans are off to 5-0 start. She has 5 goals, 1 assist after missing junior season with elbow injury.
More on Athlete of the Week
Each week, The Morning Call sports staff will nominate three male and three female senior athletes from Lehigh Valley area schools based on the prior week’s performance.
You are invited to vote for these nominees. One male and one female will be named Athlete of the Week.
» Vote at mcall.com/athleteoftheweek
Voting starts Monday and runs each week from 5 p.m. ET on Mondays to 9 a.m. ET on Thursdays, with the winners announced Thursday evening.
Athlete of the Week winners will be eligible for a $500 scholarship to be awarded by Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute. In addition to the weekly scholarships, one male and one female Athlete of the Week winner will be awarded with a $10,000 scholarship at the end of the school year. View the official rules.
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WFO LUBBOCK Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Lubbock TX
337 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northwestern
Lubbock, northeastern Hockley, southwestern Hale and southeastern
Lamb Counties through 400 PM CDT...
At 337 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles south of Anton, or 14 miles northeast of Levelland, moving
northeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Shallowater and Anton.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 3363 10216 3374 10228 3394 10208 3370 10187
TIME...MOT...LOC 2037Z 232DEG 9KT 3373 10218
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
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Ryan Reynolds gets a colonoscopy on camera for PSA
(CNN) - Ryan Reynolds is used to being on camera, but this is a little different.
The actor allowed a video crew to film his colonoscopy screening.
“It’s not every day that you can raise awareness about something that will most definitely save lives,” Reynolds said.
And he’s right; more people under 50 are getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer now than they were a decade ago.
In fact, there are new guidelines lowering the age of colon screening from 50 to 45.
A colonoscopy involves using a tiny camera to look through the colon for small growths called polyps that can turn cancerous.
The doctor found a small one during Reynolds’ procedure. When he gave the actor the news, he said: “This was potentially life-saving for you. This is exactly why you do this.”
The American Cancer Society estimates more than 150,000 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year.
Copyright 2022 CNN. All rights reserved.
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Residents of a Dubai community, including students, have come up with a unique mosaic art work that not only conveys a special message but also makes a difference to their surroundings.
Art, positive messages from Dubai residents beautify communities
Themed projects make a huge difference to them and their surroundings
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Topics Include How to Overcome the Challenges of Reaching Large Patient Populations with Cell & Gene Therapies and Best Practices for Working with CDMOs
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BioCentriq, Inc.—a New Jersey-based, full-service, concept-to-clinic contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO)—announced today that two key members of its team will be featured panelists at the Cell & Gene Therapy Manufacturing & Commercialization US Conference, which takes place during Biotech Week in Boston on September 27-30, 2022.
The conference will bring together thought leaders from across the industry to provide specialized insight for companies looking to improve their manufacturing efficiency, cost, and quality by exploring different ways to accelerate bioprocessing, analytics, supply chain security, and commercialization strategies.
BioCentriq's Acting Head of Research & Development and Director of Manufacturing Science & Technology, Alex Klarer, will be participating in the plenary panel discussion, "Beyond Rare Diseases - Overcoming the Challenges of Expanding to Larger Patient Populations with Cell and Gene Therapies," which will be held on Wednesday, September 28 from 8:40am - 9:20am.
One of the panel's main goals will be to discuss how new technologies, manufacturing scalability, and process optimization can be utilized to reach larger patient populations. The panel will be moderated by Shashi Murthy, CTO and Co-Founder of Nanite, Inc., and fellow panelists include Armon Sharei, CEO & founder of SQZ Biotechnologies, USA and Stephane Berthier, VP and General Manager of Atara Biotherapeutics.
BioCentriq's Director of Business Development, Chathuranga DeSilva, Ph.D., will also be a panelist for the discussion on "Relationship Management - Best Practices for Working with CDMO and Suppliers," as part of the Cell & Gene Therapy – Partnering Track on Friday, September 30 from 2:00pm - 2:45pm.
"I'm thrilled to participate in this panel. As more therapy developers rely on CDMOs to manufacture their cell & gene therapies, it is important to discuss best practices, lessons learned, and future strategies so we can continuously improve outcomes. This will also help manage expectations for companies looking to tackle complex therapies and set realistic goals for their projects," said Chathuranga DeSilva, Ph.D.
The discussion will be about understanding CDMO capacities, timelines, and capabilities, as well as selection and qualification criteria and quality agreements with contract service providers and suppliers. The panel will also discuss setting expectations for tech transfers and strategies for transferring products from early development phase to CDMO for scale up and large-scale production. As part of this session, audience members will learn how to transfer their technologies to CDMOs and how to overcome the challenges associated with process technology differences. Other BioCentriq team members will also be in attendance and are available to meet with you to answer questions and discuss your project. Please click here to schedule a time to speak with our team members.
BioCentriq is a full-service, New Jersey-based CDMO for cell and gene therapy, focusing on all stages of process development and clinical manufacturing. The company specializes in autologous and allogeneic cell therapies as well as viral vector process development and manufacturing and has expertise in a variety of cell and vector types. For more information, visit BioCentriq.com.
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ALLEN PARK -- The box score isn’t pretty. One assisted tackle, three quarterback pressures, and that was it for Aidan Hutchinson in his Detroit Lions debut. He didn’t have a sack. He didn’t have so much as a quarterback hit.
He did have the second-worst pass-rushing grade among all edge rushers in the NFL, according to ProFootballFocus, and that had some wringing their hands over the second overall pick.
Defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn was not among them.
“I’m not worried about that player,” Glenn said. “Not one bit.”
Of course, Glenn almost certainly wouldn’t say he was worried even if he was. But the tape backs him up, too. It says Hutchinson is a high-motor player who had little trouble winning one-on-ones. If anything, his motor might have been a little too hot in his professional debut.
Hutchinson opened the game lined up at right defensive end. His responsibility was to hold the pocket and keep quarterback Jalen Hurts in front of him. But Philadelphia -- perhaps knowing about that motor, and how much Hutchinson would be ready to unleash it in front of a sellout crowd that was dominated by his top-selling jersey -- allowed Hutchinson to go unblocked on that very first play.
Mailbag: A closer look at the tape from Aidan Hutchinson’s NFL debut
Hutchinson saw a clear path to the quarterback, and couldn’t resist the temptation to go make a big play on his first career snap. Then Hurts immediately squirted out of the pocket to the left -- right where Hutchinson was supposed to be -- and picked up an easy 8 yards.
In other words, Philadelphia used Hutchinson’s eagerness to make a big play against him.
“He was after the quarterback when he had zone-read rules,” Glenn said. “He should have just surfed, all right? But he saw the opening, and he took off. ... That was first-game jitters, all right?”
All right. Hutchinson is a 21-year-old rookie with a lot to learn. His first in-game lesson: There’s more to this game than just using quarterbacks for target practice.
“I should have been a little more patient,” Hutchinson said. “I kind of crashed a little too fast.”
Hutchinson said he was mostly encouraged by his debut performance. Of course he would have liked more production, but there weren’t many opportunities for him to rush the quarterback either. The Eagles passed the ball only nine times while nursing big leads throughout the second half, and those passes averaged fewer than 2 yards through the air.
On the rare occasions where Hutchinson was on the field for a genuine pass-rushing opportunity, he was double-teamed most of the time, and a running back was waiting to triple-team him on one play.
“It was just the flow of the game,” Hutchinson said of his numbers. “Sometimes you get the opportunity, sometimes you don’t, and yeah, I was getting them early.”
He did, and showed some of that high-upside athleticism that helped make him the second overall pick. He rushed the passer three times on the first four series, which wound up leading the team. Of course, he also was never able to wrap up Hurts, a dual-threat quarterback who dipped and ducked the rush without a problem.
And the Eagles continued to use Hutchinson’s eagerness against him, allowing him to overpursue plays and get out of position.
“I mean, I lose my mind a little bit over those (near-sacks),” Hutchinson said. “I gotta move on pretty quick from those, because I can eat myself alive. You know, you gotta move on. There’s going to be a lot more opportunities in the future.
“It’s going to take a night (to get over those). Then come Monday morning, you got to just swallow that pill, you know?”
The pill-swallowing has already occurred for Hutchinson. He’s encouraged by his debut and the lessons he acquired along the way. He better understands what NFL offenses can do to combat his incredible motor.He also knows more opportunities await when the Washington Commanders come to town on Sunday.
The Commanders have a pro-style quarterback in Carson Wentz, they want to drop him back to pass a lot too -- they were fifth in the league in passing last week -- and they don’t exactly do it quickly. No quarterback took longer to pass in Week 1 than Wentz. Compared to the mobility of a guy like Hurts, the opportunities for that rebuilt pass rush to get home should come a lot easier on Sunday.
“Oh yeah, it’s definitely going to be fun,” Hutchinson said. “Carson is still a mobile guy, but definitely Jalen, he was pretty athletic, he was getting out of the pocket.”
Glenn is excited to see what his new pass rusher can do against a more typical quarterback, too.
“I have total confidence in Charles (Harris), I have total confidence in Aidan, I have total confidence in Alim (McNeil), that those guys are going to create havoc and go make plays,” the second-year defensive coordinator said. “Each week I go in with a mentality that our guys are going to make plays. We just have to know exactly who we’re playing against. And if you look at what happened with Jalen , we had him corralled, we just didn’t finish.
“I think those guys will go out and finish this week.”
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President Biden said Thursday that America can't remain silent when it comes to combating white supremacy and hate in an address at a White House summit on hate-based violence.
The event, called the "United We Stand" summit, gathered experts and survivors and included bipartisan local leaders. It also honored communities that have been through hate-based attacks, including the mass shootings that took place at gay nightclub in Orlando in 2016; at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, in 2019, where the assailant said he was targeting Mexicans; and the expressly racist shooting that killed 10 Black people in a Buffalo, N.Y., supermarket earlier this year.
Biden was introduced by Susan Bro, whose daughter Heather Heyer was killed during a white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Va. in 2017. The rally, Biden has said since 2019, is the reason he decided to run for president.
"We need to say clearly and forcefully, white supremacy, all forms of hate... have no place in America," Biden said. "As to those who say, we bring this up, we just divide the country — bring it up, we silence it, instead of remaining silenced. For in silence, wounds deepen."
The president added that too much oxygen has been given to hate in politics, media and online.
"It's about power and profit. Too much hate that's extremist violence has been allowed to fester and grow," he said, noting that intelligence agencies have determined that white supremacist violence is the greatest domestic terrorist threat today.
Thursday's summit included remarks by Vice President Harris, a presentation on the state of hate-based violence in the United States and a conversation with a former neo-Nazi who has since disavowed the white supremacist movement.
The summit pushed a message of "unity" which has been central to Biden's agenda in office — though some voters appear skeptical on whether Biden can accomplish the task.
The event also came just weeks after Biden's speech in Philadelphia where he sent a warning message about how extremist Republicans are a threat to democracy.
"America must choose: to move forward or to move backwards. To build the future or obsess about the past. To be a nation of hope and unity and optimism, or a nation of fear, division and of darkness," Biden said on Sept. 1.
"MAGA Republicans have made their choice," he added. "They embrace anger. They thrive on chaos. They live not in the light of truth but in the shadow of lies."
White House officials, though, say the summit was not about political violence and that hate-based violence is an issue everyone should be able to agree on.
Deborah Lipstadt, the Biden administration's special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism, told NPR in May that there's an increasing percentage of the American population who think America's identity is under threat.
"Whether they read it online, whether they hear it in the media, whether they hear it from certain politicians — but they believe it," she said. "People have to recognize that it's this panoply of hatreds that constitute this threat to our democracy and threat to our country and to national security and foreign countries as well."
In addition to the summit, the White House is announcing new actions from across the government that tackle hate-based violence as well as actions from tech companies like YouTube, Twitch, Microsoft and Meta.
"Every tech company should be thinking about what they can do," a senior administration official said.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union lawmakers on Thursday declared that Hungary has become “a hybrid regime of electoral autocracy” under the leadership of its nationalist government, and that its undermining of the bloc’s democratic values had taken Hungary out of the community of democracies.
In a resolution that passed 433-to-123 with 28 abstentions, the parliamentarians raised concerns about Hungary’s constitutional and electoral systems, judicial independence, possible corruption, public procurement irregularities, LGBTQ+ rights, as well as media, academic and religious freedoms.
The lawmakers said that Hungary — which its populist Prime Minister Viktor Orban characterizes as an “illiberal democracy” — has left behind many of the democratic values of the bloc. In part, they blamed the other 26 EU member countries for turning a blind eye to possible abuses during Orban’s 12 years in office.
The vote is the latest in a series of showdowns between the EU’s institutions and Orban’s government in Budapest. The bloc’s executive arm, the European Commission, is expected to announce Sunday that it is prepared to suspend payments of some EU money to Hungary over its alleged violations.
The French Greens parliamentarian who chaperoned the resolution through the assembly, Gwendoline Delbos-Corfield, said “for the first time, an EU institution is stating the sad truth, that Hungary is no longer a democracy.”
In the text, the lawmakers condemned “the deliberate and systematic efforts of the Hungarian government to undermine the founding values of the Union.”
The vote is highly symbolic in that it sets Hungary apart from other EU countries in its alleged failure to uphold values enshrined in the EU treaty like “respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including the rights of persons belonging to minorities.”
But the vote, which came during a plenary session in Strasbourg, France, doesn’t impose any penalty on Orban’s government, nor does it bind other EU countries into taking any particular actions.
Delbos-Corfield said Orban and the ruling Fidesz party “have put their time and effort into tearing apart the fabric of democracy and ripping up the rule of law instead of supporting their citizens.”
“The costs for Hungarian citizens are clear: They are having their rights removed and opportunities undermined, all while their state is stripped apart by autocrats and oligarchs,” she said.
Lawmakers opposing a report on the resolution said it contains “subjective opinions and politically biased statements, and reflects vague concerns, value judgements and double standards.”
Hungary’s foreign minister, Peter Szijjarto, said Thursday during a news conference in Budapest that Hungarian voters had “decided in four parliamentary elections in a row what kind of future they want for the country” by electing Orban and his party.
“We resent that some people in Strasbourg and Brussels think that the Hungarian people are not mature enough to decide their own future,” Szijjarto said.
Hungary has long been on a collision course with its European partners. It has routinely blocked joint statements, decisions and events, ranging from high-level NATO meetings with Ukraine to an EU vote on corporate tax and a common EU position on an Israeli-Palestinian cease-fire.
The government in Budapest has opposed some EU sanctions against Russia, notably a freeze on the assets of Russia’s Orthodox Church patriarch, as well as energy-related sanctions against Moscow.
Members of the European Commission are meeting Sunday, when they are expected to announce a cut in Hungary’s EU funding unless it takes action to end its democratic backsliding.
Budget Commissioner Johannes Hahn said says suspending around 70% of the funding to Hungary in some EU programs, notably related to public contract procurement, “can be considered proportionate.” It’s unclear how much money that would involve.
A full suspension of EU funds is unlikely. Any action must be approved by the member countries, and this requires a “qualified majority,” which amounts to 55% of the 27 members representing at least 65% of the total EU population. Some EU lawmakers have expressed concerns that if Italy’s far right wins the country’s Sept. 25 election it could be difficult to establish that majority.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
514 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern
Randall, southwestern Carson and southeastern Potter Counties through
545 PM CDT...
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northeast of Amarillo, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Amarillo and Pantex.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3533 10195 3550 10166 3520 10149 3518 10159
3518 10162 3517 10165 3514 10184
TIME...MOT...LOC 2213Z 246DEG 13KT 3529 10179
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.88 IN
MAX WIND GUST...<30 MPH
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Sous vide cooking methods have been popular with at-home chefs in recent years because sealing food up and cooking in temperature-controlled water can produce tender, evenly-cooked meat, fish and other foods that retain their nutrients.
The Anova Culinary Precision Cooker is currently one of the best-rated sous vide tools you can use at home, and for good reason. The Anova sous vide device has over 9,700 ratings and 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon. It costs $219.
The Anova sous vide cooker can attach to a stock pot or container with its adjustable clamp. This water-resistant cooking tool can cook food portions for up to eight people.
You can also feel good about your purchase because 5% of the purchase price of this Anova Red product goes towards combating global health emergencies, including AIDS and COVID.
Buy the Anova sous vide precision cooker by itself or package it with accessories, including a 12-liter cooking container or sealer bags. And if you’re not sure where to start, the Anova app that pairs with the device has sous vide recipes to follow.
Some reviewers found the Wi-Fi feature to be difficult to set up and can be finicky in terms of bandwidth, accepting passwords and staying connected. However, another reviewer pointed out that the Anova can at least be manually controlled on the unit itself; other top-rated sous vide machines are only controlled by app.
One Amazon reviewer recently purchased three of the Anova sous vide devices so they could cook multiple items at once.
“I had my first dinner with sous vide steaks and 2 of my friends like medium and the rest like medium rare,” reviewer KD said. “This is the first time each steak was perfect despite minor differences in thickness. I finished them over a smoking hot grill and this was also the first time nobody talked when we sat down to eat, we were too busy enjoying perfect steaks.”
Other reviewers raved about how it helped them make perfectly cooked corn on the cob, fish, pork roast, eggs, and even carrots — but the ability to not overcook red meats remained one of the Anova sous vide cooker’s most desirable features.
“For those who haven’t tried sous vide yet, it’s absolutely the best way to cook pork and beef,” wrote B. Wren. “Absolutely no guesswork with the sous vide. Don’t even need to brine your pork chop because it’s going to cook slowly with the salt. I don’t bother marinating my tri-tip in advance because it’s going to slow cook in the marinade.”
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Doc accused of injecting drugs into IV bags, causing death
DALLAS (AP) — A Dallas anesthesiologist was arrested on charges alleging that he injected nerve-blocking agents and other drugs into bags of intravenous fluids at the surgical center where he works, which led to the death of a co-worker and caused cardiac emergencies for several patients, authorities announced Thursday.
Dr. Raynaldo Rivera Ortiz Jr. was arrested Wednesday on a criminal complaint alleging that he tampered with a consumer product causing death and intentional drug adulteration, according to a statement from the U.S. attorney’s office for the northern district of Texas. If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison.
Ortiz, 59, remained in the Dallas County jail without bond on Thursday. Records don’t list an attorney for him.
According to the criminal complaint, a 55-year-old female coworker of Ortiz experienced a medical emergency and died June 21 immediately after treating herself for dehydration with an IV bag of what she thought was saline taken from the surgical center. An autopsy found that she died from a lethal dose of bupivacaine, a nerve-blocking drug that is rarely abused but often is used when an anesthetic is given.
On Aug. 24, an 18-year-old male patient experienced a cardiac emergency during routine sinus surgery, was intubated and transferred to an intensive care unit. Chemical analysis of the fluid from a saline bag used during his surgery revealed the presence of bupivacaine, the stimulant epinephrine and the topical anesthetic lidocaine, drugs that could have caused the patient’s sudden symptoms, according to prosecutors.
The surgical center staff concluded that the incidents suggested a pattern of intentional adulteration of IV bags used at the center. They identified 10 additional unexpected cardiac emergencies that occurred during otherwise unremarkable surgeries between May and August, which was an exceptionally high rate of complications over such a short period, according to the complaint.
The incidents began two days after Ortiz was notified of a disciplinary inquiry of an incident during which he allegedly “deviated from the standard of care” during an anesthesia procedure when a patient experienced a medical emergency. Ortiz, who had a history of disciplinary actions against him, expressed concern to other physicians over the disciplinary action and complained that the center was trying to “crucify” him.
The complaint alleges that all of the incidents occurred around the time Ortiz performed services at the facility, but none happened while he was on vacation.
In one instance captured in the surveillance video, agents observed him walking quickly from an operating room to an IV bag warmer, placing a bag inside, visually scanning the empty hallway and walking quickly away. Just over an hour later, a 56-year-old woman suffered a cardiac emergency during a scheduled cosmetic surgery after a bag from the warmer was used during her procedure, according to the complaint.
In another instance recorded on video, agents saw Ortiz leave his operating room with an IV bag concealed in what appeared to be a paper folder, swap the bag with another from the warmer and walk away. Roughly half an hour later, a 54-year-old woman suffered a cardiac emergency during a scheduled cosmetic surgery after a bag from the warmer was used during her procedure.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
448 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 530 PM CDT
FOR WESTERN LIPSCOMB...NORTHEASTERN ROBERTS...NORTHWESTERN HEMPHILL
AND SOUTHEASTERN OCHILTREE COUNTIES...
At 447 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 11 miles southwest
of Lipscomb, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to roofs, siding, and trees is possible. Hail
damage to vehicles is expected.
Locations impacted include...
Lipscomb.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
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National Weather Service Amarillo TX
351 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of the Panhandle of Texas, including the
following counties, Armstrong and Donley.
* WHEN...Until 700 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 349 PM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is
ongoing or expected to begin shortly in Goodnight. Between 1
and 2 inches of rain have fallen.
- Goodnight is the most likely place to experience minor
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Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
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The innovative Property Experiences Management System (PXMS), which helps hotels manage and monetize non-room inventory, needed quick access to PMS data with smaller integration costs.
LAS VEGAS and MIAMI, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hapi, the hospitality industry's leading platform for fast and cost-effective connectivity between technology systems, has announced an integration with UrVenue, a unique non-room inventory booking engine and operations platform for hotels. Through the integration, UrVenue can push and pull data from the industry's leading Property Management Systems by writing to a single Hapi API.
As more consumers look to book all parts of their travel experience online, hotel operators are introducing creative ways to sell assets beyond the room. Leveraging Hapi's ability to connect UrVenue's PXMS with PMS systems, hotels will have unified booking and itinerary building capabilities. After booking a hotel room, guests are empowered to book additional experiences across multiple categories - activities, recreation, dining, entertainment, amenities, daylife, nightlife, and curated packages.
Meanwhile, Hapi is exposing event streams and transactional APIs at scale, helping hotel companies innovate faster by removing integration, development and deployment challenges. The secure integration between the two companies will allow hoteliers to access critical data in a short amount of time with little to no development work on their end.
"The digital guest experience is critical today, and UrVenue is providing a unique solution to non-room inventory management that also includes a powerful booking engine," said Luis Segredo, CEO of Hapi. "We're excited to help broaden the number of hotel companies and technology solutions they can connect to. Hapi has become the de facto API standard for connectivity and we're proud to be helping hoteliers at both property and corporate levels access and action their data."
UrVenue is the latest hotel technology solutions provider to turn to Hapi for Property Management System connectivity rather than building 1:1 integrations with each provider.
"Hapi and UrVenue are 100% aligned on our goal to create a more modern digital guest experience, while overcoming the biggest pain point in the hospitality industry – the fractured booking journey," said Deron Pearson, Chief Executive Officer at UrVenue. "This partnership is a great example of how innovation comes from collaboration between organizations that share a passion for challenging the status quo."
Hapi is a disruptive Cloud Data Hub that exposes event streams and transactional APIs from hotel systems at scale, designed to solve the hospitality industry's data management challenges while addressing high integration costs. Developed by hotel technology innovators, the secure, scalable, cloud-based data streaming platform is based on an open model, to which multiple layers of encryption, authentication and governance are added. Hapi now serves 6,000 hotels globally, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Sonesta Hotels, Accor, Hyatt Hotels, Rosewood Hotels, Margaritaville and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. In 2021, the company achieved Hotel Tech Report's Global Customer Support Certification, a stamp of approval on its dedication to customer success. Visit Hapi at www.hapicloud.io
UrVenue is a hospitality technology company that introduced the industry's first Property Experience Management System (PXMS). As a full-stack technology solution, UrVenue Enterprise enables commerce, operations, data insights and knowledge management for venue and resort experiences and bridges the fractured booking journey with its unified booking capabilities. UrVenue was built specifically for hospitality venues including nightclubs, dayclubs, restaurants, lounges, pools, resort beaches, sportsbooks, special events/shows, recreation, and more. Since 2011, UrVenue's technology has been the trusted solution for clients ranging from independent venue operators to global organizations including Caesars Entertainment, MGM Resorts International, Wynn Resorts, Club Med, Circa Resort & Casino, Tao Group, Resorts World, The Venetian, Mohegan Sun, Paris Society, and Zouk Group. For more information, visit urvenue.com. Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
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Guests coming? Time for a scurryfunge! Tom Read Wilson has found the perfect word for every one of life's moments
- Tom Read Wilson has found the lost words to match every one of life's moments
- From Treppenwitz (in German) to L’esprit de l’escalier (French) and Scurryfunge
- He has uncovered lost words that have disappeared from language use
On the Tip of my Tongue
by Tom Read Wilson (Aurum £12.99, 176pp)
Christmas books — for this could well be the first of them — seem to start ever earlier each year, but you’ll do well to improve on this sparkling and idiosyncratic meditation on words and their meanings, from an actor-turned-writer and a definite frontrunner for the title of Campest Man in the World.
On The Tip Of My Tongue is subtitled The Perfect Word For Every Life Moment, and its chapters include ‘How to speak like a thespian’, ‘How to decline politely, or impolitely’ and the slightly worrying ‘How to describe each chapter of a love affair’. But its main purpose is to keep you ridiculously entertained with wonderful facts and stories for the afternoon on which you will settle down to read it.
‘Treppenwitz’ (in German) and ‘L’esprit de l’escalier’ (French) both mean ‘staircase wit’ and refer to the phenomenon whereby you only think of the witty rejoinder you should have made when you are on the stairs and on your way home. Been there once or twice…
Ample bosom: The famously bathykolpian Dolly Parton. Tom Read Wilson has found the lost words to match every one of life's moments
‘February face’, says Read Wilson, is ‘the king of insults’. ‘Why, what’s the matter/ That you have such a February face/So full of frost, of storm and cloudiness?’ wrote William Shakespeare in Much Ado About Nothing. ‘Thine face is not worth sunburning,’ he wrote in Henry V. A master of repartee was Mr S.
‘Tussie-mussie’ was a Victorian term for nosegay, a posy full of perfume. Says Read Wilson, ‘Its inclusion in this chapter is entirely selfish and to do with my enormous delight in saying “tussie-mussie”.’ ‘Komorebi’ is another good one, an untranslatable Japanese term for the joy of sunlight as seen through the calming filter of a large green leaf. Or ‘eleutherophobia’, which is fear of freedom, something a lot of us experienced towards the end of lockdown.
‘Remorse’ you know the meaning of, but you might not know that its root is the Latin word mordere, meaning to bite. So remorse literally means ‘biting back’. ‘We often talk of the conscience pricking us, but biting feels more befitting.’
He has uncovered lost words that have disappeared from language use such as ‘Callipygian’ is a cracker, which means ‘possessing beautiful buttocks’, while ‘bathykolpian’ means ‘ample bosomed’
‘Scurryfunge’ seems to have disappeared from the language, which is a shame, as it’s a magnificent word for a rapid tidy. ‘Callipygian’ is a cracker, which means ‘possessing beautiful buttocks’, while ‘bathykolpian’ means ‘ample bosomed’, although to be etymologically precise it refers to the deep groove between the bosoms rather than the bosoms themselves.
Moving further down the body, we encounter ‘yonic’, which means pertaining to the vulva, as ‘phallic’ means pertaining to the penis. What a useful and neglected word. Read Wilson talks of ‘the yonic whorl of a bloom, the yonic cleave of a valley, the yonic enveloping of a snug turtleneck.’
‘Necessarium’ is a word used by monks for the loo. Do monks go to the loo? I never knew.
‘Freezing the balls off brass monkeys’ has an interesting etymology, not at all what you’d expect. A brass monkey was a nautical rack for storing cannonballs. ‘Brass is apt to contract more than even anatomical balls in very chilly weather and, as a result, cannon balls were quite likely to drop off the newly shrunken rack.’ Thus the balls were ‘frozen off’. Very slightly disappointing, that one.
Some you will know. ‘Pulchritudinous’, meaning ‘beautiful’, is a word I use a lot, but ‘lepid’, meaning ‘charming’, was new to me. So was ‘fachidiot’, a German word for someone whose skillset is so exclusively funnelled into their chosen vocation, or ‘fach’ (subject), that they’re effectively useless at everything else. In other words, me.
Also ‘kuidaore’, which is Japanese for eating yourself into ruin.
The nearest Read Wilson can come to a translation is ‘champagne on a cider budget’, which isn’t bad, but anyone who has bought themselves an expensive meal they cannot even begin to afford will probably have thought of something better.
Maybe such arrant poverty makes you liable to chrometophobia, an extreme fear of spending money. I have one Read Wilson doesn’t know, and that’s ‘moth wallet’, a sparkling term for a miser, or registered chrometophobe. Maybe that’ll go in the paperback.
In the meantime, you know already whether you want this book for Christmas. know, and I’ve already got it!
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Why the Bee Gees really can keep you STAYIN' ALIVE! If you ever need to resuscitate someone, that is – just one of the invaluable tips in Adam Kay’s sequel to This Is Going To Hurt
- What makes Adam Kay such a likeable narrator is that he’s fully prepared to admit his own mistakes
- In his sequel to This Is Going To Hurt the former doctor skips backwards and forwards in time
- It expands on the story from the first book, giving more details of his life as an NHS-doctor-turned-comedy-writer
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Undoctored
by Adam Kay (Trapeze £22, 288pp)
If you ever find yourself having to resuscitate someone, think of The Archers. The radio show’s theme tune gives you the perfect speed for chest compressions: ‘rumpy pumpy pumpy pum, rumpy pumpy pah pah.’ Or, should you be more of a Bee Gees fan, Stayin’ Alive works just as well. Which is pleasing.
This is one of the medical snippets in Adam Kay’s new book, the successor to his multi-million selling This Is Going To Hurt. It expands on the story from the first book, giving more details of his life as an NHS-doctor-turned-comedy-writer. The anecdotes are still hilarious, the personal life fascinating, the insights into our health service compelling.
If you ever find yourself having to resuscitate someone, think of the Bee Gees Stayin’ Alive son, says comedy-writer Adam Kay. Pictured: Bee Gees L-R Robin Gibb, Barry Gibb, and Maurice Gibb
Kay skips backwards and forwards in time. One minute we’re learning (as he did at medical school) that it’s ‘diss-ection’ not ‘dice-section’, and that, contrary to myth, nails and hair do not carry on growing after death. It just seems that way because the skin surrounding them retracts.
The next minute we’re reading about the fictional agent Kay invented so that people would take him seriously as a writer. Emails from a fake address were no problem, but then someone insisted on talking to the agent. Kay had to buy a single-use ‘burner’ phone and beg his partner to play the part.
Or we might find ourselves in the middle of a story about Kay having to (very carefully) cut a man’s wedding ring off a part of the man’s body it wasn’t designed for. The ring was stopping blood from flowing, so said body part was kept in a permanently enlarged state, necessitating help. ‘It was like emancipating a leech.’
What makes Kay such a likeable narrator is that he’s fully prepared to admit his own mistakes.
Dissecting his first corpse at medical school, he found that his teacher was right: the body didn’t bleed, because its heart was no longer pumping. But then suddenly it did start to bleed, and Kay was confused, until he realised that he had sliced through his own thumb.
On holiday in Las Vegas, Kay suddenly collapsed in a hotel corridor, a slipped disc pressing on a spinal nerve: ‘I was splayed on the carpet like a chalk outline in Bergerac.’
In his sequel to This Is Going To Hurt former doctor Adam Kay (pictured) skips backwards and forwards in time
Having to spend the rest of the trip in a wheelchair brought unexpected advantages. He and his partner found their Elton John tickets upgraded to the front row, ‘where we had the honour of being soaked from head to foot in the great man’s spit and sweat’.
As a patient, Kay shows that medics can be just as selfdefeating as anyone else. On another occasion he was treated for a weak heart, which had his doctors mystified. They asked if there was anything in his past which might explain it.
Absolutely nothing, he said — refusing to mention the eating disorder which had seen him spend an entire year in a state of near-starvation. Looking back, he knows how wrong he was to see himself as fat: ‘I’d give my left leg to weigh that amount today — in fact I’d have to give my left leg to weigh that amount today.’
His relationship history provides the same mix of tragedy and comedy. Despite seeing Valentine’s Day as ‘fun by appointment’, he agreed to a restaurant visit with his partner (referred to throughout as ‘J’). Though as he was rather short of funds, when J suggested a glass of champagne, Kay replied: ‘Each?’
Running throughout the book are Kay’s views on the NHS, and how it deals both with patients and its own staff. He acknowledges that he himself was ambivalent about becoming a doctor in the first place, feeling pressured into it by his parents (his father having been a GP).
But when the strain of life on the ward got to him, there was no one he could turn to. Colleagues tried to talk him out of resigning: ‘To a doctor, admitting that medicine isn’t for you, that you can’t hack it, is unthinkable.’
It’s part of a group-think mentality, an arrogance that also shows in the way medics often talk to their patients. Kay experienced this for himself, after an operation to remove his troublesome disc. He asked if he could keep the disc.
‘The surgeon said no, of course not, so I asked why not, and he walked out of the room without any explanation.’
Kay hates such aloofness. ‘You can get full marks in your written exams, but if you can’t make a genuine connection with your patients then you’re bullsh*t at your job.’
During his training he was told by a surgeon: ‘Get your hair cut. You look like a girl.’
Infuriated, Kay allowed himself one remaining sign of individuality — a single painted thumbnail. A gay patient, worried about the implications of a forthcoming operation for his sex life, but too nervous to ask about them, spotted the thumbnail. It gave him the courage to question Kay, who provided the reassurance the patient needed.
The surgeon, on the other hand, spotted the nail and said: ‘That had better be a bruise.’
Kay calls for a change both in the people who are chosen to be doctors, and the way they’re trained. When outsiders criticise the NHS they’re accused of wanting to dismantle or privatise it.
It’s a knee-jerk reaction that prevents the worst sort of NHS employee from considering their own failings.
Here’s hoping that, as a former health service insider, Kay receives a bit more attention.
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Trump was convinced by cosmetics heir he could buy Greenland, feared he would be assassinated by Iran and privately criticized Nancy Pelosi as 'an example of why women should be careful about plastic surgery, book reveals
- The forthcoming book from two journalists is titled 'The Divider: Trump in the White House, 2017-2021'
- Authors describe Melania as having been 'rattled by the coronavirus and convinced that Trump was screwing it up'
- Trump has reportedly dismissed her fears by telling her to 'forget it'
- The ex-president was also reportedly left a holiday party early in 2020 because he was afraid Iran might stage an assassination attempt against him
- Trump's own former intelligence community chief expressed to aides concerns that Vladimir Putin had damaging information on the then-president
- Trump also told the book's authors that his former vice president, Mike Pence, 'committed political suicide' by upholding the 2020 election results
- He compared his past plan to buy Greenland to a real estate development deal
- 'I look at a corner, I say, 'I've got to get that store for the building that I'm building,' etc. It's not that different,' Trump said
One of former President Trump's head-scratching antics as president was his suggestion that the U.S. should buy Greenland, and according to a new book he got the bright idea from an old college friend, New York cosmetics heir Ronald Lauder.
While late-night TV and the internet poked fun at the idea as a passing Trump whim, in reality the idea had been studied internally and the former president even invoked his National Security Council to discuss the matter.
After Lauder, the billionaire heir of Estee-Lauder, planted the idea in Trump's head, he told his national security adviser: 'A friend of mine, a really, really experienced businessman, thinks we can get Greenland.'
'What do you think?' Trump asked.
That and other explosive revelations from Trump's presidency are revealed in a forthcoming book from New York Times chief White House correspondent Peter Baker and New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser, 'The Divider: Trump in the White House, 2017-2021.'
One of former President Trump's head-scratching antics as president was his suggestion that the U.S. should buy Greenland, and according to a new book he got the bright idea from an old college friend, New York cosmetics heir Ronald Lauder
Lauder discussed the plan from the early days of the presidency and even offered himself as a back channel to the Danish government to negotiate. The Danes, however, were not pleased with the idea.
A special team was then assigned to evaluate the prospects, while many baffled aides tried to veer Trump off the path and tried to avoid a leak of the prospect out of fear of a diplomatic snafu.
The former president himself told the forthcoming book's authors that buying the territory would not have been 'that different' than his high-profile real estate purchases for the Trump Organization.
After Lauder, the billionaire heir of Estee-Lauder, planted the idea in Trump's head, he told his national security adviser: 'A friend of mine, a really, really experienced businessman, thinks we can get Greenland'
'I said, "Why don't we have that?'' Trump said of Greenland.
'You take a look at a map. I'm a real estate developer, I look at a corner, I say, 'I've got to get that store for the building that I'm building,' etc. It's not that different.'
The idea eventually fell apart after public ridicule, which ended with Trump joining in on the fun on Twitter: 'I promise not to do this to Greenland!' he wrote, along with a meme of rural Greenland with a massive glass Trump tower smacked in the middle.
The former president was also reportedly so paranoid that Iran would retaliate for the US killing of its top general, Qasem Soleimani, that he told guests at a Mar-a-Lago holiday party in 2020 that he was leaving early in fear of an assassination attempt by Tehran.
'We stopped him and we stopped him quickly and we stopped him cold,' Trump said at a rally in Toledo, Ohio, that month. 'He was a bad guy. He was a bloodthirsty terrorist, and he's no longer a terrorist. He's dead.'
In private, he was more fearful of the consequences, reportedly telling friends he needed to get back to Washington where he would be 'safer.'
Rarely restrained in his commentary either in public or in private, Trump also reportedly told people around him that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was an example of why women should be careful with plastic surgery and said he would not pick Nikki Haley, his United Nations ambassador, as a running mate because she had a 'complexion problem.'
In other excerpts of the book, Trump belittled his son-in-law Jared Kushner as only being concerned about his 'New York liberal crowd.'
Melania Trump also reportedly told her husband he was 'blowing' the United States COVID-19 response, a new report suggested on Wednesday.
The former first lady had been 'rattled by the coronavirus and convinced that [Donald] Trump was screwing up,' the book claims.
In a phone call with former Trump ally Chris Christie, Melania reportedly recalled telling him that she said to her husband, 'You're blowing this.' She apparently pleaded with Christie to help convince Trump to take the pandemic more seriously.
She said she told Trump, 'This is serious. It's going to be really bad, and you need to take it more seriously than you're taking it.'
But he did little more than brush her off, according to the book.
''You worry too much,' Trump replied. 'Forget it.'
Among the bombshells were also concerns held by Trump's top general, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Mark Milley, that the ex-president would order an attack on Iran on his way out the White House door.
And according to the authors, it was one of Trump's staffers who gave him the idea.
'Milley at the time told his staff it was a 'What the f*** are these guys talking about?' moment,' the book claims.
Melania Trump reportedly told her husband of the pandemic, 'This is serious. It's going to be really bad, and you need to take it more seriously than you're taking it'
Trump reportedly told his wife to 'forget it' in response to her concerns
But that's not the only time the ex-president has inspired national security fears among his advisers.
After Trump publicly sided with Russia's Vladimir Putin over US intelligence agencies that accused the Kremlin of meddling in American elections, the national intelligence director privately wondered to 'associates' about what the two leaders' relationship was.
'I never could come to a conclusion. It raised the question in everybody's mind: What does Putin have on him that causes him to do something that undermines his credibility?' then-DNI Dan Coats allegedly said.
In the Middle East, Trump is reported to have given Jordan's King Abdullah II such a shock by offering him the West Bank that the monarch told a friend he believed he was having a heart attack.
Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Mark Milley reportedly told his staff that he had 'a 'What the f*** are these guys talking about?' moment' when a former Trump staffer advised the president to attack Iran
And while Trump's foreign chops were recognized by late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's nomination of him for a Nobel Peace Prize, the book claims that the ex-president had a hand in pushing that, too.
A former senior Trump aide told the authors, 'The President asked Abe over dinner to nominate him.'
Other revelations include newly-uncovered messages by top Trump officials that depicts the White House in a state of chaos during the 2018 midterm elections.
'Ok for the first time I am actually scared for the country. The insanity has been loosed,' then-Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen wrote to a colleague.
She also apparently said that Trump's secretaries of Defense, Education and Labor were all threatening to resign.
Looking ahead to his future potential 2024 campaign, the former president did not say if he would run but poured cold water on the chances that he would run with Mike Pence again.
The reason was Pence's failure to stop the 2020 election results - Trump's defeat - from being certified by Congress.
'It would be totally inappropriate,' Trump told the authors. 'Mike committed political suicide by not taking votes that he knew were wrong.'
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Ryan Reynolds gets a colonoscopy on camera for PSA
(CNN) - Ryan Reynolds is used to being on camera, but this is a little different.
The actor allowed a video crew to film his colonoscopy screening.
“It’s not every day that you can raise awareness about something that will most definitely save lives,” Reynolds said.
And he’s right; more people under 50 are getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer now than they were a decade ago.
In fact, there are new guidelines lowering the age of colon screening from 50 to 45.
A colonoscopy involves using a tiny camera to look through the colon for small growths called polyps that can turn cancerous.
The doctor found a small one during Reynolds’ procedure. When he gave the actor the news, he said: “This was potentially life-saving for you. This is exactly why you do this.”
The American Cancer Society estimates more than 150,000 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year.
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Intimate goodbye in the gothic splendour of Windsor: Step by step, the Queen's journey to her final resting place with her adored husband
- While all eyes will be in London on Monday, a more personal ceremony will take place in Windsor afterwards
- With no more than 800 people present, the Queen's family, friend and staff will be able to say their goodbyes
- It will take place amid the gothic splendour of St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle and will begin at 4pm
- The Queen's funeral: All the latest Royal Family news and coverage
While all eyes will be on the pomp and majesty of events in London on Monday, a simpler and far more personal ceremony will take place in Windsor afterwards.
With no more than 800 people present, it will be a chance for the Queen’s family, friends and staff to say the most intimate of goodbyes amid the gothic splendour of St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.
The Coffin Procession
At 3.06pm the State Hearse will approach Shaw Farm Gate at Windsor at the entrance to the Queen’s Home Park and join the official procession into the town.
Four minutes later it will head off up the Long Walk, the famous tree-lined three-mile avenue leading to Windsor Castle.
The procession will wend its way to St George’s Chapel through the Cambridge Gate and up Cambridge Drive, through to George IV Gate and into the South and West side of the Quadrangle.
As it enters into the area immediately around St George’s Chapel it will pass through Engine Court, the Norman Arch, Chapel Hill and, finally, Horseshoe Cloister Arch.
The procession will wend its way to St George’s Chapel through the Cambridge Gate and up Cambridge Drive, through to George IV Gate and into the South and West side of the Quadrangle.
As it enters into the area immediately around St George’s Chapel it will pass through Engine Court, the Norman Arch, Chapel Hill and, finally, Horseshoe Cloister Arch
Members of the Royal Family – led by the King – will join the procession at 3.40pm at the Quadrangle as it passes into Engine Court.
The Queen Consort with The Princess of Wales, and The Duchess of Sussex with The Countess of Wessex will again follow by car.
Ahead of the coffin will be a dismounted detachment of the Household Cavalry Regiment, followed immediately by a mounted division of the Sovereign’s Escort, a Massed Pipes and Drums of Scottish and Irish regiments, the bands of the Coldstream Guards and Household Cavalry, officers of the Household Division, as well as the liveried Kings, Heralds and Pursuivants of Arms and members of the Queen’s personal staff.
In the centre of the procession the state hearse will be flanked by the Pall Bearers and an Escort Party consisting of 2 Officers and 24 Rank and File of the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards.
The Queen’s Company Colour, the Royal Standard of the regiment of Grenadier Guards, and a Sovereign’s Standard of the Household Cavalry, will be positioned in front and rear of the hearse. To the rear of the coffin, members of The Queen’s, The King’s and The Prince of Wales Households will be positioned.
The haunting silence of the Queen’s final journey to Windsor will be broken by the sound of ‘minute guns’ fired by The King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery as the coffin moves to the West Steps of St George’s Chapel. The Sebastopol Bell and the Curfew Tower Bell will be tolled concurrently.
The Entry Into
St George's Chapel
A guard of honour consisting of three officers and 110 rank and file soldiers, from the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, will be mounted in Horseshoe Cloister, while the West Steps to the Chapel will be lined by members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment.
The Windsor Castle Guard will be turned out facing the Guardroom and will present arms for the arrival of members of the Royal Family and to the state hearse.
At 3.53pm the procession will halt at the bottom of the West Steps and the bearer party will lift the coffin up the West Steps.
A guard of honour consisting of three officers and 110 rank and file soldiers, from the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, will be mounted in Horseshoe Cloister, while the West Steps to the Chapel will be lined by members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment
The 'intimate'
Committal Service
Unlike the state funeral at Westminster Abbey – where more than 2,000 people will gather – fewer than 800 people will be present. The general congregation will be made up of Her Majesty’s household past and present.
The majority of those attending the ceremony at St. George’s Chapel will not have attended the earlier service at Westminster Abbey, emphasising just how ‘inner circle’ this event will be.
At 3.20pm governors general and prime ministers of realms – those countries where the Queen was head of state – will arrive at the chapel and escorted to their seats in the nave amid the flowering Gothic architecture.
Shortly afterwards members of the Royal Family not walking in the outdoor procession will arrive.
The majority of those attending the ceremony at St. George’s Chapel will not have attended the earlier service at Westminster Abbey, emphasising just how ‘inner circle’ this event will be
The committal service will begin at 4pm. As the coffin moves through the nave, it will pass the sarcophagus of George V and Queen Mary. He is one of ten British monarchs to be buried in the chapel, namely King George V of Hanover, Henry VI, Edward IV, Henry VIII, Charles I, George III, William IV, Edward VII, George V and George VI. Near the sarcophagus is a statue of King Leopold of the Belgians and memorial to his wife, Princess Charlotte, who died in childbirth in 1870. She was George IV’s heir. Her death led to Queen Victoria acceding the throne.
The Quire is the resting place of most of the monarchs buried at the chapel. Edward VII and Henry VI are buried to the right of the altar, while Edward IV is on the left. Underneath in the royal vault are George III, George IV and William IV. Monday’s service will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor, with prayers said by the Rector of Sandringham, the Minister of Crathie Kirk and the Chaplain of Windsor Great Park.
Instruments of state are handed on
Prior to the final hymn, the Imperial State Crown, the Orb and the Sceptre will be removed from the Queen’s coffin by the Crown Jeweller and Bargemaster and Serjeants-at-Arms. They will pass them to the Dean who will place them on the chapel altar.
At the end of the final hymn the King will place the Queen’s Company Camp Colour of the Grenadier Guards on the coffin. At the same time, the Lord Chamberlain, former MI5 director general Lord Parker, will symbolically ‘break’ his wand of office upon losing his post – then place it on the coffin.
Prior to the final hymn, the Imperial State Crown, the Orb and the Sceptre will be removed from the Queen’s coffin by the Crown Jeweller and Bargemaster and Serjeants-at-Arms
The final, moving moments
The last sight of the Queen’s coffin will be as it is lowered into the Royal vault. It is hidden under a marble slab, measuring around 7ft by 4ft. The slab actually descends down into the Royal vault below the floor with the help of a recently-installed electric lift, but one that has manual override.
As the Queen’s coffin is lowered into the Royal Vault, the Dean of Windsor will say a Psalm and the Commendation. Hauntingly, The Sovereign’s Piper – Pipe Major Paul Burns – will play a lament from the doorway between the chapel and the Dean’s Cloister during which he will walk towards the Deanery so that the music fades. The Archbishop of Canterbury will then pronounce the Blessing, which will be followed by the singing of God Save The King.
Last moments with their beloved
The Queen has long expressed her wishes to be reunited with her adored parents, King George VI, and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, along with Prince Philip and her sister, Princess Margaret.
A ‘deeply personal’ private burial service will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor at 7.30pm of which no further details will be given. It is anticipated that the chapel will be opened to members of the public the next day to pay their respects free of charge.
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Side by side again for the Queen: William and Harry will walk together behind the coffin at their grandmother’s funeral it is confirmed as full details of the majestic pageantry are revealed
- Princes and William and will walk together in the procession of the Queen's funeral on Monday morning
- Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey at 11am on Monday September 19
- Nearly 200 key workers and volunteers recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list have been invited
- 2,000-strong congregation will include royals, heads of state and representatives from NHS and the police
- King Charles III will walk behind the oak coffin as it is moved from the Houses of Parliament to the abbey
- The hour-long service will be attended by royals and other VIPs, and televised around the world
- At 1pm, the coffin will be transported to Wellington Arch via The Mall past Buckingham Palace
- The Queen will be carried to Windsor, where she will be buried at St George's Chapel alongside Prince Philip
- The Queen's funeral: All the latest Royal Family news and coverage
Princes William and Harry will walk together in the procession of the Queen's funeral it has tonight been revealed - as the brothers continue to put their feud aside out of respect for the late monarch.
For the second time in less than a week, the warring siblings will march side-by-side, this time in Monday's short funeral procession from Westminster Hall to nearby Westminster Abbey.
The brothers have, up until last week, barely been seen together in public since the Duke of Sussex's acrimonious departure from frontline royal duties in February 2020.
But following the Queen's death, the siblings appear to have enacted a truce, culminating in a walkabout outside Windsor Castle last week with wives Kate and Meghan.
They walked together during Wednesday's procession of the Queen's coffin from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall - a sharp contrast to Prince Philip's funeral last April, when the siblings were separated by Princess Anne's eldest, Peter Phillips.
At Monday's funeral, the Duke of Sussex will be flanked by his older brother, the newly titled Prince of Wales, and Mr Phillips, as the coffin makes the short journey - led by Navy troops pulling a gun carriage.
The three eldest grandchildren of the Queen will walk behind King Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, who will lead the procession of senior royals behind the late monarch's coffin.
Behind the grandchildren will be the late monarch’s son-in-law Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, the Queen’s cousin the Duke of Gloucester, and her nephew the Earl of Snowdon.
It comes as it was earlier revealed how the Queen's state funeral will end with a two-minute national silence in a 'fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign' before she is laid to rest beside her late husband.
The King and the Queen's three other children will also hold a 15-minute vigil at her coffin in Westminster Hall on Friday evening, it was announced today.
Charles III and the Royal Family have said they 'wish to send their sincere gratitude for the messages of condolence received from around the world', adding they have been 'deeply moved by the global response and affection shown for the Queen as people join them in mourning the loss of Her Majesty'.
200 everyday heroes - including NHS staff who excelled during the pandemic and volunteers recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list in June - will be part of a 2,000-strong congregation gathered at Westminster Abbey for the final farewell to the long-reigning monarch on Monday.
Britain's bravest military heroes awarded the Victoria Cross - the highest and most prestigious award of Britain's honours system introduced in 1856 by Queen Victoria during the Crimean War - or the George Cross, have also been asked to attend.
Princes William and Harry will walk together in the procession of the Queen's funeral - as the pair continue to put their feud aside out of respect to the late-monarch. For the second time in less than a week, the warring brothers will stand together in Monday's funeral procession from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey
For the second time in less than a week, the warring brothers will stand together in Monday's funeral procession from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey. It comes after the pair, who have barely been seen together in public since the Duke of Sussex's split from the royal family, stood side-by-side during Wednesday's procession of the Queen's coffin from Buckingham Palace (pictured)
Pictured: Prince William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex arrive as the coffin bearing the body of Her majesty Queen Elizabeth II completes its Journey from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall on Wednesday
Following the Queen's death last Thursday, the siblings appear to have enacted a truce, culminating in a walkabout outside Windsor Castle last week with wives Kate and Meghan (pictured)
It comes as it was earlier revealed how the Queen's state funeral will end with a two-minute national silence in a 'fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign' before she is laid to rest beside her late husband. The King and the Queen 's three other children will also hold a 15-minute vigil at her coffin in Westminster Hall on Friday evening, it was announced today
They will join royals, politicians and world leaders in the historic church at 11am. The King will lead his family in marching behind the Queen’s coffin when it is moved Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey for the funeral service.
He will walk with Anne, Andrew and Edward. Behind will be the Queen’s grandsons Peter Phillips, the Duke of Sussex and the Prince of Wales, and behind them, the late monarch’s son-in-law Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, the Queen’s cousin the Duke of Gloucester, and her nephew the Earl of Snowdon.
It is not yet clear in which order the family will walk in their lines, though earlier this week Princes William and Harry walked side-by-side as the Queen's coffin was moved from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall. MailOnline has asked for clarification on the order.
All guests must arrive from 8am and moving elements of the funeral will include the sounding of the Last Post at 11.55am followed by a two-minute silence in the Abbey and throughout the UK as the service nears its end at midday.
Symbolic artifacts, the Sovereign’s Orb and the Sovereign’s Sceptre With Cross will be placed on top of the Queen's coffin. The orb is presented to British monarchs during their coronation, in a tradition dating back to Charles II’s coronation in 1661. Meanwhile, the sceptre, a three-foot-long staff which represents the monarch’s power in the secular world, will also be displayed.
The Queen's state funeral will 'unite people across the globe and resonate with people of all faiths', according to The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk, the man in charge of the historic day that will see Her Majesty buried with Prince Philip and her parents at Windsor on Monday evening.
The Duke of Norfolk said today that it was 'both humbling and daunting' to have the 'honour and great responsibility' to run an event that will be watched by billions of people around the globe. He said: 'The events of recent days are a reminder of the strength of our Constitution, a system of government, which in so many ways is the envy of the world'.
The Duke has laid out his plans and revealed that the King, the Princess Royal, the Duke of York and the Earl of Wessex will mount a 15-minute vigil around the Queen's coffin as it lies in state in the ancient Westminster Hall at 7.30pm on Friday. The siblings did the same thing in Edinburgh earlier this week in a ceremony known as the Vigil of the Princes.
Buckingham Palace also revealed a minute-by-minute breakdown of the state funeral - the first that Britain has hosted since Winston Churchill died in 1965.
On the morning of the State Funeral, the Lying-in-State will end at 6.30am as the final members of the public are admitted.
The doors of Westminster Abbey will open at 8am as the congregation of 2,000 VIPs begin to take their seats, three hours before the service begins at 11am.
At 10.35am, Her Majesty will be carried on the the gun carriage that conveyed her mother and father to their funerals from Westminster Hall, arriving at 10.52am. Her son, the new King, will lead the procession behind.
Moving elements of the funeral will include the sounding of the Last Post at 11.55am as the service nears its end, followed by a two-minute national silence which will be observed by the abbey congregation and by millions across the UK.
4billion people globally are expected to tune with the BBC and ITV broadcasting all day in the UK.
The Reveille - the traditional bugle call that awakens soldiers at dawn - and then the National Anthem will take place, and finally a Lament played by the Queen's Piper which will bring the service to a close at noon, when the coffin will be carried from the Abbey.
At 12.15pm the Queen's children and members of the Royal Family will walk behind her coffin to Wellington Arch when it leaves Westminster Abbey and Her Majesty begins her journey to Windsor to be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Prince Philip.
The Queen's coffin will be returned to the gun carriage by the bearer party and a procession, including Prince William and Prince Harry side-by-side again, will travel to Wellington Arch at Hyde Park.
The King will once again lead his family in marching behind the Queen's coffin when it is moved. He will walk with Anne, Andrew and Edward, and behind the quartet will be the Queen's grandsons Peter Phillips, the Duke of Sussex and the Prince of Wales. Just like yesterday, they will be followed by the late monarch's son-in-law Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, the Queen's cousin the Duke of Gloucester, and her nephew the Earl of Snowdon.
King Charles looks tearful as he marches with Prince William, Prince of Wales, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Anne, Princess Royal and her husband Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence yesterday. The family will march behind the coffin again after the state funeral on Monday
The Queen's coffin will be carried during the procession on a 123-year-old gun carriage, pulled by 98 Royal Navy sailors using ropes in a tradition dating back to the funeral of Queen Victoria.
She will be accompanied on her final journey by a massed Pipes & Drums of Scottish and Irish Regiments, the Brigade of Gurkhas, and the Royal Air Force - numbering 200 musicians.
The Procession is formed of seven groups, each supported by a service band. Mounties from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will lead, immediately followed by representatives of the Royal Ulster Constabulary, NHS, along with detachments from the Armed Forces of the Commonwealth.
Her Majesty's hearse will arrive at the Long Walk at 3.15pm, where the public will be able to give their final respects. The procession of senior royals, which will have been formed up and in position after being driven to Windsor, will again walk behind the hearse into the grounds of the castle.
There will be a televised ceremony at St George's Chapel in Windsor at 4pm on Monday. Some 800 people, including members of the Queen's Household and Windsor estate staff, will attend the committal service. As the coffin is lowered into the royal vault the Sovereign's Piper will play a lament and walk slowly away so the music fades.
The Queen is to be buried together with the Duke of Edinburgh at the King George VI Memorial Chapel. The King will scatter earth on his mother's coffin at 7.30pm at a private family service. Her Majesty will be buried next to her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, her father King George VI and mother, Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, for eternity.
Huw Edwards, Kirsty Young and David Dimbleby are among the broadcasters leading BBC coverage of the Queen's funeral, the corporation has announced.
The special programming will air from 8am until 5pm on Monday September 19 on BBC One and iPlayer, with BSL signed coverage on BBC Two. Edwards and Fergal Keane will be covering events from London and Young and Dimbleby from Windsor, with other reporters stationed at other key areas throughout the day.
ITV will also be broadcasting through the day, with the coverage led by journalist Tom Bradby, a friend of Prince Harry.
After the state funeral, attended by some 2,000 guests, including visiting heads of state and other dignitaries, the late queen's coffin will be transported through the historic heart of London on a horse-drawn gun carriage before being driven by the state hearse to Windsor.
Other representatives of the Realms and the Commonwealth, the Orders of Chivalry including recipients of the Victoria Cross and George Cross, Government, Parliament, devolved Parliaments and Assemblies, the Church, and Her Majesty's Patronages will form the congregation, along with other public representatives.
And almost 200 people who were recognised in The Queen's Birthday Honours earlier this year will also join the congregation, including those who made extraordinary contributions to the response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and have volunteered in their local communities.
The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk, said: 'The Queen held a unique and timeless position in all our lives. This has been felt more keenly over the past few days as the world comes to terms with her demise.
'Her Majesty's passing has left many people across many continents with a profound sense of loss.
'The respect, admiration and affection in which the Queen was held, make our task both humbling and daunting. An honour and a great responsibility.
'It is our aim and belief that the state funeral and events of the next few days will unite people across the globe and resonate with people of all faiths, whilst fulfilling Her Majesty and her family's wishes to pay a fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign.'
The procession will arrive at the west gate of Westminster Abbey at 10.52am when the bearer party will lift the coffin from the gun carriage and carry it into the Abbey for the state funeral service, the Earl Marshal said.
The service will begin at 11am and will be conducted by the Dean of Westminster.
The Prime Minister and the Secretary General of the Commonwealth will read Lessons, while the Archbishop of York, the Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland and the Free Churches Moderator will say prayers.
The sermon will be given by the Archbishop of Canterbury who will also give the commendation, while the Dean will pronounce the blessing.
At around 11.55am the Last Post will sound, followed by two minutes of silence to be observed in the Abbey and throughout the UK.
Reveille, the national anthem and a lament played by the Queen's piper will bring the state funeral service to an end at around 12 noon.
The bearer party will then lift the coffin from the catafalque and will move in procession through the Great West Door returning to the State Gun Carriage positioned outside the West Gate.
After the service the Queen's coffin will be returned to the gun carriage by the bearer party and a procession will travel to Wellington Arch at Hyde Park.
An early morning rehearsal for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London
The Scots Guards march in the moonlight past Westminster Abbey, where the funeral will be held
Construction workers prepare the platforms in Windsor Castle for the funeral on Monday
A member of the Coldstream Guards stands guard at Windsor Castle, the Queen's home until she died
Portaloos are delivered and lined up in Windsor Great Park with huge crowds expected next week
The Queen's coffin will be lowered into the Royal Vault at St George's Chapel in Windsor (pictured), where she will be buried alongside her husband the Duke of Edinburgh, her beloved parents, and her sister Princess Margaret
The King and the royal party will take up their same places behind the coffin as when they escorted it to the Abbey, while the Queen Consort and Princess of Wales will travel to the site by car as will the Duchess of Sussex and Countess of Wessex.
The route will be lined by the Armed Forces from Westminster Abbey to the top of Constitution Hill at the Commonwealth Memorial Gates.
The Procession is formed of seven groups, each supported by a service band. Mounties from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will lead, immediately followed by representatives of the Royal Ulster Constabulary, NHS, along with detachments from the Armed Forces of the Commonwealth.
At Wellington Arch the royal family will watch as the Queen's coffin is transferred to the new state hearse, whose details the Queen approved, before it begins its journey to Windsor Castle.
The Earl Marshal said that at 3.06pm, the state hearse will approach Shaw Farm Gate on Albert Road, Windsor, and join the procession which will be in position.
At 3.10pm the procession will step off via Albert Road, Long Walk, Cambridge Gate, Cambridge Drive, George IV Gate, Quadrangle (South and West sides), Engine Court, Norman Arch, Chapel Hill, Parade Ground and Horseshoe Cloister Arch.
At approximately 3.40 pm the King and other members of the royal family who are walking in the procession join it at the Quadrangle on the North side as it passes into Engine Court.
Members of the Queen's, the King's and the Prince of Wales's households will be positioned at the rear of the coffin.
The Queen Consort with the Princess of Wales, and the Duchess of Sussex with the Countess of Wessex will again follow by car.
At 3.53pm, the procession will halt at the bottom of the West Steps of St George's Chapel in Horseshoe Cloister.
The bearer party will lift the coffin from the state hearse, from where it will be carried in procession up the West Steps.
At 4pm a committal service conducted by the Dean of Windsor will then begin, and will also be televised around the world.
The Committal Service at St George's Chapel will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor and feature a congregation of the late monarch's family and friends and mourners from her household past and present, including her personal staff from across her private estates.
At the end of the final hymn, the King will place the Grenadier Guards' Queen's Company Colour - the royal standard of the regiment - on the coffin.
Baron Parker, the Lord Chamberlain and the most senior official in the late Queen's royal household, will 'break' his Wand of Office and place it on the Coffin.
In the evening, a private burial service will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor, attended by Charles and members of the royal family. The Queen will be buried together with her husband the Duke of Edinburgh, at the King George VI Memorial Chapel in St George's Chapel.
The Prime Minister will meet a small proportion of world leaders attending London for the Queen's funeral.
It is understood those meetings will be held between the country mansion of Chevening House and Downing Street over the weekend.
The Prime Minister's Official Spokesman said on Thursday that Downing Street could not yet confirm which world leaders Liz Truss will be meeting.
A fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign: How Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will play out on Monday with majestic pageantry and ceremony that will bring the nation's capital to a solemn standstill
By Sam Greenhill, Chief Reporter for the Daily Mail
It is going to be one of the most extraordinary spectacles Britain will ever see. The Queen’s State Funeral on Monday will showcase pomp and majesty as never before.
Buckingham Palace yesterday released long-awaited details of the breathtaking sights that will captivate the country – and the entire world.
Kings, queens, presidents, heads of state, prime ministers and hundreds of VIPs from almost every nation will descend on London to honour Her Majesty, and yet they will be mere spectators.
They, with an estimated four billion people globally – including at least a million ordinary mourners lining the capital’s streets – will witness the King lead his revered mother on her final journey in truly majestic style.
She will be borne by a mighty procession carving a path through central London from Westminster Abbey.
The Royal Family, the Armed Forces and hundreds of the late monarch’s most senior subjects will march with her coffin.
It has been decades in the planning – with the Queen herself having played an active role in deciding the arrangements.
Unveiling the plans yesterday, the Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk, who is in charge of Monday’s occasion, said: ‘The events of recent days are a reminder of the strength of our constitution, a system of government which in so many ways is the envy of the world.
It is going to be one of the most extraordinary spectacles Britain will ever see. The Queen’s State Funeral on Monday will showcase pomp and majesty as never before. Pictured: Members of the public file past the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, draped in the Royal Standard with the Imperial State Crown and the Sovereign's orb and sceptre
‘The Queen held a unique and timeless position in all our lives. This has been felt more keenly over the past few days, as the world comes to terms with her demise.
‘Her Majesty’s passing has left many people, across many continents, with a profound sense of loss. The respect, admiration and affection in which the Queen was held make our task both humbling and daunting – an honour and a great responsibility.
‘It is our aim and belief that the State Funeral and events of the next few days will unite people across the globe and resonate with people of all faiths, whilst fulfilling Her Majesty and her family’s wishes to pay a fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign.’
Buckingham Palace said yesterday: ‘His Majesty the King and the Royal Family wish to send their sincere gratitude for the messages of condolence received from around the world.
‘The Royal Family has been deeply moved by the global response and affection shown for The Queen as people join them in mourning the loss of Her Majesty.’
WESTMINSTER HALL TO THE ABBEY
The proceedings get under way at 10.35am when the Queen’s lying-in-state at Westminster Hall comes to an end with her coffin moved to Westminster Abbey. A company of her most senior guardsmen, the Grenadier Guards, have the honour of forming the bearer party, and will carry Her Majesty from the catafalque that hundreds of thousands of members of the public have respectfully filed past in recent days.
Waiting outside will be the State Gun Carriage, which has been in the care of the Royal Navy since it was borrowed from active service in 1901 for the funeral of Queen Victoria. This historic carriage will bear Elizabeth II on her final journey, just as it carried Victoria, and then King Edward VII in 1910, King George V in 1936, King George VI in 1952, Sir Winston Churchill in 1965, and Lord Mountbatten in 1979.
Her carriage will be drawn in magnificent style by 142 Royal Naval Ratings, and flanked by pall bearers from service equerries to the Queen, detachments of The King’s Body Guards of The Honourable Corps of Gentlemen at Arms, The Yeomen of the Guard and the Royal Company of Archers.
Led by 200 musicians from the Scottish and Irish Regiments, the Brigade of Gurkhas, and the Royal Air Force, the procession will leave New Palace Yard and go around two sides of Parliament Square, where they will be saluted by a guard of honour comprising dozens of officers, soldiers, sailors and airmen.
The King, senior royals and loyal members of Her Majesty’s household – right down to the pages – will march behind the coffin.
It will then arrive at Westminster Abbey’s West Gate at 10.52am by way of Broad Sanctuary and the Sanctuary, which will be lined by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.
WESTMINSTER ABBEY
By the time the Queen’s coffin arrives, the cathedral will be packed with just over 2,000 people.
It will be one of the most fascinating gatherings ever put together, ranging from global dignitaries to holders of the George Cross, and representatives from every walk of life in Britain and around the world.
Even US President Joe Biden, usually the most exalted person in any room, will be just another VIP.
The world’s presidents, heads of state, prime ministers and foreign royalty will arrive at Westminster Abbey not by a fleet of limousines, but by bus. Ahead of the service, the VIPs will congregate 1.7 miles away at the Royal Hospital Chelsea – the famous home of the Chelsea Pensioners.
Soldiers march through Parliament Square during a rehearsal on September 15, 2022 for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in London
It is here that they will swap their usual transport for buses, which will whisk them through closed-off streets to the abbey. The doors will open at 8am for the congregation, although the most senior guests are not expected to arrive until shortly before the service. As well as political leaders, including all seven living British prime ministers, Buckingham Palace has invited members of the Queen’s charities, along with police, fire, ambulance and health chiefs.
THE SERVICE
The funeral will start at 11am and last for one hour. It will be conducted by the Dean of Westminster, with a reading by Prime Minister Liz Truss, the sermon by the Archbishop of Canterbury, and prayers by the Archbishop of York, the Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster and the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.
At 11.55am, the Last Post will sound, followed by a two-minute silence – to be observed in the Abbey, throughout the United Kingdom and perhaps by those watching around the globe.
The service will be brought to a close at noon with the national anthem and a lament played by the Queen’s Piper.
At this point, Her Majesty’s coffin will be raised from the catafalque and returned to the State Gun Carriage positioned outside the West Gate.
THE PROCESSION
One of the most mesmerising episodes of the day is expected shortly after noon, when a magnificent procession will take the Queen on her final tour of the capital city she loved. Not since Sir Winston Churchill’s State Funeral will Britons have witnessed anything like it. To the rhythm of artillery guns fired in Hyde Park every 60 seconds, and the booming toll of Big Ben, the procession will weave a 1.7-mile journey to Wellington Arch.
The King, his sons William and Harry, and his siblings Anne, Andrew and Edward will all march behind the gun carriage. Her Majesty the Queen Consort will follow behind by car, accompanied by the Princess of Wales. The car behind them will be shared by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex.
The coffin will be flanked by The King’s Body Guards of The Honourable Corps of Gentlemen at Arms, The Yeomen of the Guard and the Royal Company of Archers.
Hundreds of thousands of members of the public will line the route. As the Queen’s coffin is borne along Whitehall, it will pass the Cenotaph which will be flanked by standard bearers mustered by the Royal British Legion. At Horse Guards Parade, members of The King’s Life Guard will give a royal salute.
The procession goes along The Mall (pictured) and then past Buckingham Palace for the final time, where The King’s Guard will turn out in the forecourt to salute as she passes the Queen Victoria Memorial
It goes along The Mall and then past Buckingham Palace for the final time, where The King’s Guard will turn out in the forecourt to salute as she passes the Queen Victoria Memorial.
It will be a tremendous parade, with seven separate sections, each supported by a military band.
Mourners will see Mounties from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. There will be several detachments from the British Armed Forces.
Representatives of the George Cross foundations will take pride of place. They include Malta – the entire island nation was awarded the George Cross for heroism in the Second World War – and those who served with such bravery in the Royal Ulster Constabulary.
Loyal members of the Queen’s household past and present will also march with her coffin.
WELLINGTON ARCH
AT 1pm, the procession will arrive at Wellington Arch, and form up to witness the departure of the Queen from London.
The bearer party will lift the coffin from the State Gun Carriage and place it in the State Hearse. They will then salute as the hearse drives slowly from Wellington Arch, as the national anthem is played.
King Charles, the Queen Consort, the Prince and Princess of Wales and members of the Royal Family will follow the hearse in cars, for the trip to Windsor Castle.
Her beloved Prince Philip with her once more: How the Queen will be buried beside her father George VI, mother Elizabeth and sister Princess Margaret in St George's Chapel at Windsor... with her late husband's body moved to be by her side
It is after her final journey that Her Majesty the Queen will be laid to rest at Windsor next to her beloved husband Prince Philip.
Following her state funeral in Westminster Abbey on Monday, the Queen's funeral procession will make its way to St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
Her Majesty's final resting place will be in the King George VI Memorial Chapel, which is an annex to St George's.
Her mother and father are buried there, as are the ashes of her sister Princess Margaret. Prince Philip's coffin, which was interred in the Royal Vault following his death last April, will also be moved and put next to the Queen's.
The Queen had the memorial annex built line with her father King George VI's wishes, who did not want to be buried in the Royal Vault long-term.
The chapel, which is just 18 feet high, 10 feet wide and 14ft deep, was completed in 1969 and was the first addition to St George's Chapel since 1504. It cost around £25,000 and was paid for by the Queen.
St George's Chapel itself houses the remains of a total of 45 royals, including ten monarchs and a further seven of their consorts. The burial of the Queen will boost the former number to 11.
The Queen has been lying in state at Westminster Hall since yesterday afternoon.
Tens of thousands of Britons have queued for hours to pay their respects, with many more hoping to get inside before the solemn period ends on Monday morning.
It is after her final journey that Her Majesty the Queen will be laid to rest at Windsor next to her beloved husband Prince Philip. Following her state funeral in Westminster Abbey on Monday, the Queen's funeral procession will make its way to St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. Above: The layout of St George's Chapel, and the location of her final resting place
Her Majesty's final resting place will be in the King George VI memorial chapel, which is an annex to St George's. Her mother and father are buried there, as are the ashes of her sister Princess Margaret. Prince Philip's coffin, which was interred in the Royal Vault following his death last April, will also be moved and put next to the Queen's
St George's Chapel itself was ordered by King Edward IV, with construction beginning in 1475 and finishing in 1528 under the reign of King Henry VIII
After Her Majesty's state funeral, the Committal Service at St George's Chapel will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor and feature a congregation of the late monarch's family and friends and mourners from her household past and present, including her personal staff from across her private estates.
At the end of the final hymn, the King will place the Grenadier Guards' Queen's Company Colour - the royal standard of the regiment - on the coffin.
Baron Parker, the Lord Chamberlain and the most senior official in the late Queen's royal household, will 'break' his Wand of Office and place it on the Coffin.
As the coffin is lowered into the royal vault the Garter King of Arms will pronounce the styles and titles of the Queen and the Sovereign's Piper will play a lament and walk slowly away so the music fades.
In the evening, a private burial service will be conducted by the Dean of Windsor, attended by Charles and members of the royal family.
As the Queen did with her father, Charles will drop a handful of earth onto his mother's coffin. It will then descend a shaft for around 16ft before being sent down a corridor and set down in the vault behind its iron gates.
At present, a black stone slab is set into the floor of the King George VI Memorial Chapel.
It features the names George VI and his wife Elizabeth - who died in 2002 - in gold lettering, above the dates of their births and deaths.
Near there is a slab of black-and-white diamond-shaped stones which is taken away for funerals to gain access to a lift.
Royals' coffins are taken down the shaft for about 16ft before going down a corridor and set down in the vault behind iron gates.
Princess Margaret died just weeks before her mother and was subsequently cremated. Her ashes were initially kept in the Royal Vault and were then moved to the chapel to be with her parents.
The memorial chapel was added to the north side of St George's, behind two of the buttresses holding up the building's north wall.
The ceremony to transfer King George's body there was private, as was the dedication of the chapel the following week.
St George's Chapel itself was ordered by King Edward IV, with construction beginning in 1475 and finishing in 1528 under the reign of King Henry VIII.
Henry is among the monarchs to be buried there. The others include George III, George IV, George V and William IV.
Other royals who are buried there include Queen Victoria's father Prince Edward, George III's wife Queen Charlotte and Queen Mary's grandfather Prince Adolphus.
As well as burials, successive royal weddings have been held in the chapel, including Queen Victoria's to Prince Albert and Prince Harry's to Meghan Markle in 2018.
Last April, moving images showed the Queen having to sit alone due to coronavirus regulations during Prince Philip's funeral inside the chapel.
The 17 Victoria and George Cross heroes going to Queen's funeral: Iraq war veteran who saved his platoon in rocket fire, RAF ace who sunk Nazi U-boat and retired cop who protected Princess Anne from kidnap
British military heroes who hold the Victoria Cross - including an RAF ace who sunk a German U-boat then landed his damaged plane while wounded during the Second World War and an Iraq War veteran who saved his comrades during an ambush by Islamist militants - will all be invited to the Queen's state funeral at Westminster Abbey next week, it has emerged.
All recipients of the VC - the highest and most prestigious award of Britain's honours system introduced in 1856 by Queen Victoria during the Crimean War - or the George Cross will be asked to attend the ceremony in London on Monday, September 19.
This means the three living VC holders - World War Two pilot John Alexander Cruickshank, Nepalese Gurkha recipient Rambahadur Limbu and Colour Sergeant Johnson Beharry - along with all living holders of the GC, which was created in 1940 by Elizabeth II's father King George VI during the Blitz.
This includes four heroes from Australia who received the VC: Ben Roberts-Smith, Keith Payne, Mark Donaldson and Daniel Keighran.
Here, we take a look at the full list of military heroes who have been invited to pay their respects to the late British sovereign.
VICTORIA CROSS
John Cruickshank VC, Victoria Cross Holder for Air Action in World War II
John Alexander Cruickshank
Now 102, John Alexander Cruickshank was awarded the VC for sinking a German U-boat during the Second World War then successfully landing his damaged plane.
He joined the Territorial Army, enlisting in the Royal Artillery in May 1939, before he was transferred to the RAF Volunteer Reserve in 1941.
After training in Canada and the US he earned his wings in July 1942 and was assigned to No 210 Squadron in March 1943, piloting Consolidated PBY Catalina flying boats, flying from RAF Sullom Voe in Shetland.
Sullom Voe, a flying-boat base during the Second World War, was used by 210 Squadron of RAF Coastal Command in its battle to keep the North Atlantic and Arctic sea lanes open for supply convoys.
At the age of 24, Flying Officer Cruickshank piloted a Consolidated Catalina anti-submarine flying boat from Sullom Voe on July 17, 1944 on a patrol north into the Norwegian Sea to protect the British Home Fleet as it returned from the unsuccessful Operation Mascot raid on the German battleship Tirpitz.
Catching a German Type VIIC U-boat on the surface, he sunk the U-boat, killing all 52 crew members on board. However, Cruickshank was seriously wounded in the melee and, together with his colleagues, flew the damaged plane five and a half hours back to base.
Captain Rambahadur Limbu VC 10th of Princess Mary's Own Gurkha Rifles
Rambahadur Limbu
At the age of 26, Rambahadur Limbu - a lance corporal in the 2nd Battalion, 10th Princess Mary's Own Gurkha Rifles - was ambushed during the Borneo Confrontation of 1965.
The citation for his VC explains how he was in an advance party of 16 Gurkhas when they encountered about 30 Indonesians holding a position on the top of a jungle-covered hill.
The lance-corporal went forward with two men, but when they were only 10 yards from the enemy machine-gun position the sentry opened fire on them.
The sheer weight of fire stopped him advancing further, and he realised that only a quick rush would allow him a chance to cover the remaining ground and reach the wounded men.
He rushed forward and managed to reach the first wounded man and carried him back to safety. Without hesitation he then returned to rescue the remaining wounded soldier.
Through an even heavier hail of fire Limbu again moved out in a series of short bursts, using what little cover was available. Eventually after almost 20 minutes he reached the second man and ran back carrying him through the continuous enemy fire.
After re-joining his section, Limbu returned to the attack and, recovering a light machine gun which had previously been abandoned earlier in the combat, gave support for the latter stages of the assault, personally killing four more enemy soldiers as they attempted to escape.
His original VC was stolen while he was asleep during a train journey in India to his native Nepal in 1967. He was issued with a replacement.
Colour Sergeant Johnson Beharry, VC
Johnson Beharry
Colour Sergeant Johnson Gideon Beharry saved members of his unit, the 1st Battalion Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment, from ambushes during the Iraq War.
He was driving a Warrior Tracked Armoured Vehicle that had been called to the assistance of a foot patrol caught in a series of ambushes on May 1, 2004.
Due to damage to his periscope optics, Beharry was forced to open his hatch to steer his vehicle, exposing his face and head to withering small arms fire.
He then drove the disabled Warrior through the ambush, taking his own crew and leading five other Warriors to safety, before extracting his wounded comrades from the vehicle, all the time exposed to further enemy fire.
His own vehicle was then attacked on June 11, 2004, during which he received serious shrapnel injuries to his face and brain.
However, he retained control of his vehicle and drove it out of the ambush area before losing consciousness.
Beharry has worn his actual Victoria Cross on only three occasions; for the Queen, at his wedding and when he met Harry Patch, the last British First World War veteran.
He says he is overcome by guilt when wearing it, reminded that so many other brave friends never came home alive. As a result he loaned his medal to the Imperial War Museum but had the image of it tattooed on his back so he could always carry it with him.
GEORGE CROSS
Left to right: Jim Beaton, 79, a retired police officer who rescued Princess Anne from her would-be kidnapper Ian Ball on The Mall, John Bamford, 85, who at the age of 15 saved the lives of his two younger brothers a house fire at their home in Newthorpe, and Barry Johnson GC
Jack Bamford
John 'Jack' Bamford is the youngest person to have been directly awarded the George Cross after saving the lives of his two younger brothers during a house fire when he was just 15.
His parents had just returned from a night out when barking from their pet greyhound Mick alerted Jack's father that something was wrong. They climbed onto a flat roof and got his mother and what he thought was all of his siblings - his sister and four younger brothers - out through the bedroom window.
But he soon noticed two were missing - Roy, four, and Brian, six, who was deaf and dumb. He recalled: 'We could hear Roy shouting from the back bedroom. My dad tried to get through the flames by wrapping a blanket round him but the blanket caught fire. I told him to go round the back [of the house] and I would get into their room and chuck them out the window. But it was hot – very hot – and I couldn't see anything because of the smoke.'
He eventually found Roy, and threw him out to his father who caught him below, but Brian was frightened by the flames and went back into his bed, but Jack bravely grabbed him and they both managed to escape.
The fire brigade eventually put out the blaze which had apparently been caused by an electrical fault. Jack and his two brothers were taken to hospital. The younger boys were soon off the danger list but Jack spent weeks in intensive care at Nottingham General Hospital.
He was left with such severe burns to his face, neck, chest, stomach, back, arms and hands that he was left fighting for his life. Even now the tips of his ears are missing having melted away in the inferno that so nearly claimed the lives of several family members. He received his GC on December 16, 1952.
Jim Beaton, 79, a retired police officer who rescued Princess Anne from her would-be kidnapper Ian Ball on The Mall
Jim Beaton
Retired police officer Jim Beaton, the Queen's Police Officer from 1983 to 1992, received the George Cross in 1974 for protecting the Princess Royal from the would-be kidnapper Ian Ball during an attack in The Mall.
Princess Anne and her husband Captain Mark Phillips were returning to Buckingham Palace from a royal engagement when their car was stopped by another car, driven by Ball, who was later declared to be mentally ill.
Ball jumped out of his vehicle and tried to force the Princess from her car. He shot the royal chauffeur, Alex Callender, and a passing journalist, Brian McConnell.
Beaton was shot three times, including serious wounds in the chest and abdomen, and a gunshot wound to his hand, sustained when he tried to block Ball's weapon with his own body, after his own gun had jammed. Beaton also sustained injuries to his pelvis while trying to disarm Ball.
The assailant was taken into custody and went to Rampton Hospital under the Mental Health Act before later being moved to Broadmoor Prison on Dartmoor.
Beaton, when asked about Ball, said: 'I am not surprised about the lack of remorse because he was mentally ill. But in a sense his comments about Royal security were right.
'Nobody expected anything like that to happen, not even with the IRA. We took precautions but nothing like you have today. I was walking past the door at the wrong time and they said, 'We want someone to help with the Royal protection team,' and that was it. There were no interviews or training.'
Beaton returned to protecting Princess Anne after recovering from his wounds, and held the post until 1979.
Barry Johnson GC at Buckingham Palace
Barry Johnson
Warrant Officer Class 1 Barry Johnson was awarded the George Cross after he defused a mortar bomb in Derry, Northern Ireland during The Troubles.
In October 1989, he was tasked with handling a vehicle rigged with mortars which had been abandoned in the middle of a housing estate and beside a hospital.
Due to the danger to civilian lives and to patients in the hospital, Johnson decided not to use the remote-controlled equipment to deal with the bombs, but to remove them from their tubes and dismantle them by hand.
With help from Corporal Melia, he removed the tubes from the van and placed them on the ground. He then sent Melia back to cover and placed the tubes facing away from the hospital in case they fired.
In the dark and cold drizzle which made handling more difficult, he proceeded to remove the bombs, dismantling them in turn. While he was dealing with the last bomb, it exploded, causing serious injury to his face, eyes and legs.
Despite being blinded by bomb fragments, being thrown across the road and in great pain, such was his courage that he refused to be evacuated until he had briefed his assistant on the precise details of the device, so that the operation could be safely completed.
Trooper Christopher Finney GC
Christopher Finney
After completing his training on the day of the 9/11 attacks, Finney went on to serve in Afghanistan in 2003, when his light tank was engaged in friendly fire by a pair of Coalition Forces ground attack aircraft.
Two vehicles were hit and caught fire, and ammunition began exploding inside the turrets. Finney managed to get clear of his driving position and was making his way towards cover when he noticed that his tank's gunner, Lance Corporal Alan Tudball, was trapped in the turret.
He then climbed on to the burning tank, placing himself at risk of enemy fire, as well as fire from Coalition aircraft should they return.
Despite the smoke, flames and exploding ammunition, he managed to pull the wounded gunner out of the turret and get him off the vehicle, moving him to a safer position not far away, where he bandaged his wounds.
The troop officer in the other tank had been wounded and there were no senior tanks to take control. Despite his relative inexperience, the shock of the attack and the all-too-obvious risk to himself, he recognised the need to inform his HQ of the situation.
He therefore broke cover, returned to his vehicle, which was still burning, and calmly sent a concise report by radio. He then returned to the injured gunner and began helping him towards a Royal Engineers Spartan which had come forward to help.
At this point Finney noticed that both Coalition aircraft were lining up another attack. Notwithstanding the imminent danger, he continued to help his wounded colleague towards the safety of the Spartan.
Both aircraft fired their cannon and Finney was wounded in the lower back and legs and the gunner in the head. Despite his wounds, he managed to get Tudball into the Spartan.
Then, seeing the driver of the second tank was still inside his burning vehicle, he was determined to rescue him too. Despite his injuries and exploding ammunition, he valiantly attempted to climb on to the tank but was beaten back by the intense heat and explosions. He collapsed exhausted a short distance away and was rescued by the crew of the Spartan.
Left to right: Trooper Christopher Finney GC, Major Peter Norton GC, Royal Marine Reserve Lance Cpl Matthew Croucher GC
Peter Norton
Major Peter Norton went to the aid of a US Army patrol that had been attacked by an improvised explosive device (IED) on July 24, 2005. The explosion completely destroyed one vehicle and killed four US soldiers.
On arrival Norton quickly took command and ensured the safety of the remaining men. He was informed of a possible secondary wire to another IED and decided to conduct a 'one-man-risk' examination of the area immediately surrounding the scene in order to allow his team to conduct a post-blast investigation.
Whilst conducting the examination he trod on a concealed device which exploded. He suffered the loss of his left leg, severe injuries to his right leg, abdomen, back and left arm. His comrades came to administer first aid, but Norton had deduced that further devices were probably present.
Before allowing them to help him, he instructed them where was safe to move. A further IED was discovered later 10 yards away.
Norton recovered from his severe injuries, though lost his left leg and hand. On March 23, 2006, he was gazetted for the award of the George Cross, and on November 2, 2006, he was presented with his medal by The Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace.
Left to right: Trooper Christopher Finney GC, Major Peter Norton GC, Royal Marine Reserve Lance Cpl Matthew Croucher GC
Matthew Croucher
Matthew Croucher had less than seven seconds to make up his mind whether to risk sacrificing his own life to save his friends when a hand grenade rolled into their path during an operation in Afghanistan.
Without hesitation he chose to chance death and save his three fellow Royal Marines.
Matt recounts the situation in a manner that epitomises both his bravery and his ability to think clearly under unimaginable pressure, 'it was a case of either having four of us as fatalities or badly wounded or one'.
Throwing himself to the ground during a reconnaissance mission near Sangin in Helmand Province, he used his rucksack to pin the grenade to the floor, and tucked his legs up to his body.
He was thrown some distance by the explosion, but suffered only a nose-bleed, perforated ear drums and some disorientation - and saved the lives of his comrades.
Croucher has kept his backpack as a trophy of the day he beat the grim reaper, a constant reminder of 'how lucky I am'.
Corporal Kim Hughes GC
Kim Hughes
During his deployment in Afghanistan, Hughes risked his own life to save the lives of his comrades, foregoing protective clothing and defusing bombs manually in what has been described as the single most outstanding act of explosive ordnance disposal ever recorded in Afghanistan.
Hughes and his men were called into what was effectively an IED minefield, to extract casualties and recover bodies. Speed was essential if further loss of life was to be avoided.
Without specialist protective clothing in order to save time, Hughes set about clearing a path to the wounded men, providing constant reassurance that help was on its way.
On reaching the first injured man he discovered a further IED within a metre of the casualty; given their proximity, it constituted a grave and immediate threat to all the casualties and himself. Without knowing the location of the power source, but acutely aware of the danger he was facing and the overriding need to get medical aid to the casualties rapidly.
He carefully neutralised the device, and then turned his attention to the other wounded men and retrieving the dead. He discovered two more IEDs and again neutralised both. He later had to neutralise four more devices. During his tour, he safely disarmed a total of 120 IEDs.
His citation, read to the audience at Buckingham Palace, said: 'Dealing with any form of IED is dangerous. To deal with seven Victim Operated IEDs linked in a single circuit, in a mass casualty scenario, using manual neutralisation techniques once, never mind three times, is the single most outstanding act of explosive ordnance disposal ever recorded in Afghanistan.'
Samuel Shephard GC
Samuel Shephard
Captain Samuel Shephard was awarded the George Cross in 2015 for his heroic efforts to recover fellow Marine, Lieutenant Damien Moran, who suffered an embolism and sank 200ft to the seabed off Egypt in August.
Capt Shephard repeatedly dived alone and without oxygen for 25 minutes in a bid to locate his comrade.
Hopes were raised when an instructor equipped with oxygen tanks arrived at the scene, but he ruled out a search on safety grounds. Capt Shephard ignored his warnings, strapped on the equipment and dived again.
As the medal citation reads: 'At 1700 hours, in fading light and tired after six hours in the water, the pair [Capt Shephard and Lieut Moran] were snorkelling with four others… The other diver briefly surfaced with the others, lost consciousness, and sank rapidly.
'A qualified and equipped diving instructor judged it too dark, deep and dangerous to mount a rescue. But without hesitation Shephard disregarded the instructor's advice…
'Following a series of dives that day, he knew the risk of decompression sickness, paralysis or even death was significant… Disorientated, in almost complete darkness, and with a perforated eardrum, he located the casualty suspended upside-down. His dive watch recorded a depth over 60 metres … Placing himself at even greater risk, he removed his mask to give the lifeless diver two rescue breaths.'
Capt Shephard carried his friend over a coral bank 'in bloodied feet' to get him to hospital, but Lieut Moran was pronounced dead on arrival. The pair had just completed a four-month tour of Afghanistan before relocating to Egypt for diving training.
Left: Corporal Kim Hughes GC. Right: Dominic Troulan GC. Both are pictured at an event for George Cross recipients at Buckingham Palace
Dominic Troulan
A retired British Army officer and former Royal Marine, Dominic Troulan was awarded the George Cross on June 16, 2017 for his actions during the 2013 Westgate shopping mall attack in Nairobi, Kenya. He was the first civilian recipient of the award in 25 years.
On September 21 that year, a group of heavily-armed terrorists entered the mall and started to murder men, women and children indiscriminately. Troulan, a security consultant working in Nairobi, was contacted by a friend who asked him to go to the incident to try and locate the friend's wife and daughter.
Troulan was armed with only a pistol while the area was dominated by terrorists armed with grenades and machine guns, but still he managed to bring the two women to safety.
Realising that large numbers of civilians remained trapped while the terrorists continued to kill indiscriminately, Troulan re-entered the Mall.
Over the course of several hours, he went into the building at least a dozen times and on each occasion managed to bring many innocent civilians to safety. He was fired on twice by the terrorists but managed to force them back.
By now, Troulan was exhausted, dehydrated and at the limit of his mental capacity. He was about to stop when a distress call was received from a woman who was trapped, injured and bleeding. Once again, Troulan entered the Mall and brought the woman to safety.
Despite the strain of his efforts, Troulan had the presence of mind to realise that the terrorists could be hiding among the survivors. He enlisted help and searched the civilians once he had led them to safety, thus ensuring that no terrorists were hiding in their midst.
Kevin Haberfield
Former Royal Marine Kevin Haberfield was awarded the GC in 2015. The award was backdated to the date of the action in Afghanistan on November 22, 2005. However, the only details released were that the award was made 'for Services in the Field'.
He served in the Marines - where he became a first class swimmer and canoeist, and was an expert in jungle and sea survival skills - for nearly 33 year, finally retiring in 2012.
He was a qualified boat and dive trainer as well as holding professional certificates for Yacht Master Ocean 200Gt Power and Sail, RYA Power Boat Level 2, Long Range Radio Operator, PADI Assistant Instructor and PADI Dive Master. He also had extensive experience in the Arctic.
Haberfield eventually left the Marines and began to work freelance in the security industry, and now lives in France with his wife.
AUSTRALIAN HEROES WHO RECEIVED THE VC
Ben Roberts-Smith VC
Ben Roberts-Smith
In June 2010, on his third deployment to Afghanistan, Corporal Roberts-Smith was part of a helicopter assault into Tizak, Shah Wali Kot in Kandahar Province, aimed at capturing or killing a senior Taliban commander.
Immediately upon insertion the troop came under heavy fire. Two soldiers were wounded and the troop was pinned down by fire from multiple machine gun positions situated both on the high ground and the buildings to their front.
Corporal Roberts-Smith and his patrol began an assault on an enemy position that contained three machine guns, which were protected behind a high wall and on an elevated position. At times the gunfire was so close and sustained that some patrol members were unable to return fire.
Within 40 metres of the enemy position the fire was so heavy the patrol was unable to advance further. At this point Corporal Roberts-Smith identified a small structure that provided some cover. As he approached the structure he engaged an insurgent, killing him instantly.
Corporal Roberts-Smith then exposed his own position to draw fire away from his patrol. This allowed the patrol to fire against the enemy and the patrol commander to silence one of the machine guns with a grenade.
Seizing the advantage, Corporal Roberts-Smith stormed the enemy position killing the remaining two machine gunners. His actions enabled his patrol to break in to the enemy position thus regaining the initiative for the troop, allowing them to close with the enemy.
The troop continued to fight for another six hours, killing further enemy and causing the remainder of the Taliban to retreat from the area.
Australia's most decorated living veteran, the former Special Air Service Regiment corporal is suing three newspapers in the Australian federal court for defamation over articles he alleges depicted him as a criminal who broke the moral and legal rules of military engagement in Afghanistan.
Keith Payne
Keith Payne
On 24 May 1969, in Kontum Province, Warrant Officer Payne was commanding 212th Company of 1st Mobile Strike Force Battalion when the Battalion was attacked by a North Vietnamese force of superior strength.
The enemy isolated the two leading companies, one of which was Warrant Officer Payne's, and with heavy mortar and rocket support assaulted their position from three directions simultaneously. Under this heavy attack, the indigenous soldiers began to fall back.
Directly exposing himself to the enemy's fire, Warrant Officer Payne, through his own efforts, temporarily held off the assaults by alternatively firing his weapon and running from position to position collecting grenades and throwing them at the assaulting enemy. While doing this, he was wounded in the hands and arms.
Still under fire, he then ran across exposed ground to head off his own troops who were withdrawing in disorder. He successfully stopped them and organised the remnants of his and the second company into a temporary defensive perimeter by nightfall.
Having achieved this, Warrant Officer Payne of his own accord and at great personal risk, moved out of the perimeter into the darkness alone in an attempt to find the wounded and other indigenous soldiers. Some had been left on the position and others were scattered in the area.
Although the enemy were still occupying the previous position, Warrant Officer Payne, with complete disregard for his own life, crawled back on to it and extricated several wounded soldiers. He then continued to search the area, in which the enemy were also moving and firing, for some three hours.
He finally collected 40 lost soldiers, some of whom had been wounded, and returned with this group to the temporary defensive perimeter he had left, only to find that the remainder of the battalion had moved back.
Undeterred by this setback and personally assisting a seriously wounded American adviser, he led the group through the enemy to the safety of his battalion base.
Mark Donaldson
Mark Donaldson
Donaldson was returning to base in the Oruzgan province of Afghanistan on September 2, 2008, in a joint US, Australian, and Afghan convoy when the group was ambushed.
The ambush began with sustained machine gun and rocket-propelled grenade fire, causing several casualties.
Donaldson deliberately exposed himself to fire from the Taliban fighters in order to draw their attention away from the casualties, allowing them to be moved to cover.
When the patrol attempted to withdraw, the number of casualties was such that the unwounded personnel, including Donaldson himself, had to make their way on foot, beside their vehicles, as the casualties filled the vehicles.
As they set off, it was realised that an Afghan interpreter attached to the patrol was wounded, and had not been loaded into the vehicles.
Donaldson immediately crossed the 80 metres or so of open ground between the convoy and the interpreter, under heavy fire, and then carried him back to the vehicles where Donaldson administered first aid.
The patrol eventually broke free of the ambush after two hours.
Daniel Keighran
Daniel Keighran
Corporal Keighran was part of a joint Australian Afghan National Army patrol that came under sustained attack by a strong force on August 24, 2010.
The attack was initiated by a high volume of sustained and accurate machine-gun and small arms fire which pinned down the combined Australian and Afghan patrol and caused a loss of momentum.
In the early stages of the attack, and upon realising that the forward elements of the patrol needed effective fire support, Corporal Keighran and another patrol member moved under sustained and accurate enemy fire to an exposed ridgeline to identify enemy locations and direct the return fire of both Australian and Afghan machine guns.
On reaching this position and with complete disregard for his own wellbeing, Corporal Keighran deliberately drew enemy fire by leaving the limited cover he had and moved over the ridgeline in order to positively identify targets for the machine gunners of the combined patrol.
Throughout the long action, his bravery assisted the patrol to return accurate fire and to successfully withdraw without further casualties.
Their proudest duty: Royal Navy men and women tell of 'honour and privilege' to be involved in the Queen's funeral procession in London
Royal Navy men and women have described their 'honour, privilege and duty' to be involved in the Queen's funeral procession with up to 1,500 sailors set to take part.
Personnel from the most junior sailor to the highest-ranked female officer will be involved in the procession which will include representatives from all three armed forces.
During rehearsals at HMS Collingwood in Fareham, Hampshire, planners and parade staff spoke of their pride at being chosen to take part.
Commander Steve Elliot, a staff weapon engineer officer, described it as a 'sombre honour' to march in front of the gun carriage carrying Her Majesty's body on her final journey.
Rear Admiral Jude Terry said everyone would feel 'a great deal of emotion' on the day, adding that they will all have 'been touched by her presence in some way.'
The funeral on Monday will be attended by some 2,000 guests, including visiting heads of state and other dignitaries. The doors of Westminster Abbey will open at 8am as the congregation of VIPs begin to take their seats, three hours before the service begins at 11am.
Her majesty will be carried on the the gun carriage that conveyed her mother and father to their funerals from Westminster Hall, arriving at 10.52am. The service, which will include a poignant two minute national silence will come to an end at noon, when the Queen's coffin will be carried from the Abbey.
Royal Navy personnel taking part in rehearsals for the Queen's funeral at HMS Collingwood in Fareham, Hampshire
Those taking part described it as a 'privilege' and said they wanted to do their best for the Queen's 'last moments'
'The royal family is incredibly important to the Royal Navy, our relationship is second to none,' Commander Steve Elliot said
A military band marching ahead of the Royal Navy in a rehearsal for the funeral on Monday
During rehearsals planners and parade staff spoke of their pride at being chosen to take part
Members of the Queen's family, including her children, will walk behind her coffin to Wellington Arch when it leaves Westminster Abbey, before Her Majesty is taken to Windsor to be laid to rest next to her beloved husband.
Cdr Elliot, previously commanded the first Navy detachment in 375 years to perform guard duties at St James's Palace, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Windsor Castle.
His immediate predecessor in that role was Sir Walter Raleigh.
Cdr Elliot, who will be part of the gun carriage contingent, said: 'I was privileged and fortunate enough to command the detachment that took on public duties in 2017.
'Now I have been privileged to be selected as the second in command for the Royal Navy contingent supporting Her Majesty's funeral.
'I will have the sombre honour of marching in front of the gun carriage carrying Her Majesty's body on her final journey.
Royal Navy men and women have described their 'honour, privilege and duty' at being involved
A Union flag draped over a coffin on the back of a gun carriage during the rehearsals on Tuesday
Personnel from the most junior sailor to the highest-ranked female officer will be involved in the procession
Commander Steve Elliot, a staff weapon engineer officer, said it would be a 'sombre honour' to march in front of the gun carriage carrying Her Majesty's body on her final journey
'Something perhaps a little more poignant for me is it will be my last action in uniform after 32 years' service before I actually leave the Royal Navy.'
He added: 'The royal family is incredibly important to the Royal Navy, our relationship is second to none. There is a fondness between monarch, whether that be Queen Elizabeth or King Charles, and us which will not change and is fundamental and central to everything we do.
'They were Her Majesty's ships, they are now His Majesty's ships; that connection is strong and powerful from the most junior sailor to the most senior officer.'
Rear Admiral Jude Terry, director people and training, who is responsible for the Navy's funeral planning and is the Navy's first female admiral, said: 'I know that for everyone who is a part of it, it is an absolute honour and privilege.
The Royal Navy said there is a 'fondness' between them and the Monarch - which will not change
Those taking part in the procession also described it as a great responsibility
'For everybody within the parade, they will have their moment of reflection and honour to be able to have served her, as well as a moment of sadness. We will all feel a great deal of emotion; she will have meant so much to us all in very different ways, all of us will have been touched by her presence in some way.
'And then also as a reflection and a look-forward, how do we carry on and serve HM the King as we go forward in our careers, and that too comes with an almost desire to do the best for him as we can.'
Captain Catherine Jordan, who is responsible for the state ceremonial team, said: 'She's our Commander-in-Chief, we want to do our best for her in her last moments here, and we want to do our very best for our new Commander-in-Chief, King Charles.'
Able Seaman Murray Kerr, 20, from Ayr, said: 'It's a great honour to be a part of Her Majesty's funeral; it's a great responsibility as well. This is going to be the biggest state event this century and I don't think there will be another event like it.
'There is a massive amount of pride, responsibility and duty, a sense of duty - this is one of things I signed on to do and knew I would have to do.
Staff said they also wanted to do their best for their new commander in chief, King Charles III
Up to 1,500 sailors are set to take part in the state funeral, which will include representatives from all three armed forces
Able Seaman Ryan Howarth, 25, said 'I didn't think I would ever get to do something like this in my career'
'I am going to be lining the streets of London to help mark out the route the procession will take to Westminster Abbey.
'It will be eyes on the procession, so we will have our backs to the crowd and it is very much us paying respects to the procession, Her Majesty and the royalty and everyone who follows on in the guard of honour.'
Able Seaman Ryan Howarth, 25, whose father was a major in the Army and who met the Queen at a royal garden party, said: 'I feel very honoured. I didn't think I would ever get to do something like this in my career, and to do it after eight months of being in it is very shocking. I wasn't expecting to do something like this but (am) deeply honoured about it.
'My grandma recently passed away this year while I was doing my training so I never got to attend her funeral. I am not saying this is her funeral but I probably have emotions come up on the day.'
Grief of Theresa May and Tanni-Grey Thompson as they pay their respects to the Queen: Mourners fly in from as far as Canada and Ireland to wait in a 4 mile-long line while 1.3m log on to watch the online queue-tracker
Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson cried as she joined similarly emotional mourners including Theresa May in the affectionately-named 'Elizabeth Line' of tens of thousands of people queuing for more than four miles to see the Queen's coffin.
Britain's greatest Paralympian wiped away tears in Westminster Hall as awestruck others from Britain and abroad wept, prayed and saluted after queuing for up to 48 hours to pay their respects.
Theresa May and her husband Sir Philip also came to see the Queen's coffin after the former prime minister described the 'tremendous privilege' of knowing the monarch and even barbecuing with Her Majesty. She dipped into a final low curtsey as they reached the casket.
The queue now stretches for 4.4 miles along the bank of the River Thames to Tower Bridge. Those in it are now calling it the 'Elizabeth Line' in a nod to the London rail route opened by the Queen in June, one of her final public engagements. But MPs and peers are able to book time slots to avoid the main queue.
Well-wishers have shared cheery camaraderie, egg sandwiches and biscuits during their wait outside, as people queued through the night to pay their final respects to the late monarch inside the Palace of Westminster. Hymns played across the Southbank, with many joining in song.
By midday today, the queue was four miles long and stretched past Tower Bridge into Bermondsey, as officials expect some 400,000 people to view the coffin over the coming days. It was at 2.6 miles as of 8am this morning.
This morning, more than 1.3 million people logged on to watch the queue-tracker for the line.
There will likely be a cut-off point for new arrivals in the queue this weekend, as stewards calculate the waiting times and number of people hoping to pay their respects to the late monarch.
- The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport's queue tracker can be viewed via YouTube here.
An emotional Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson wipes away tears as she sees the Queen's coffin
Theresa May and her husband Sir Philip were in Westminster Hall with mourners. Mrs May curtseyed while Mr May bowed, ducking so low she was briefly out of sight
Members of the public file past the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, draped in the Royal Standard with the Imperial State Crown and the Sovereign's orb and sceptre, lying in state on the catafalque in Westminster Hall,
An emotional mourner wipes her tears after leaving Westminster Hall and viewing the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II
A woman dries her eyes after leaving Westminster Hall and paying her respects to the late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II
A sea of people filled the area close to Tower Bridge as they continue to queue to see the late monarch's coffin
People queue to pay their respect to the late Queen Elizabeth II during the lying-in-state at Westminster Hall in London today
The queue for members of the public for the Queen's lying-in-state is back to Tower Bridge this morning. More than three miles from Parliament
Members of the public in the queue at Butlers Wharf, central London, close to London Bridge
People wait in line between London Bridge and Tower Bridge to see the Queen
The largely black-clad crowd were solemn and pensive as they flowed into the ancient hall where chandeliers and spotlights illuminated the scene beneath the medieval timber roof.
As hundreds of ordinary people of all ages filed past the coffin of the long-reigning monarch, many wiped their eyes with tissues.
Some bowed, some curtsied and some simply took a moment to look at the extraordinary scene.
Former prime minister Theresa May and her husband Philip were among those paying their respects to the Queen at Westminster Hall.
By 1.30pm on Thursday, the queue had passed Tower Bridge, reaching Bermondsey Beach, with stewards estimating that it would take eight and a half hours to reach Westminster Hall — with the longest wait times expected at the weekend.
By lunchtime, those leaving the Palace of Westminster after paying their respects had queued for approximately five hours, joining at 8am.
Yvonne Joseph, 57, and Curlette Edwards, 61, from London
People who brought food and drink with them are unable to take it into the building, with sealed packets left behind being donated to a local foodbank.
Yvonne Joseph, 57, and Curlette Edwards, 61, from London joined well-wishers at 8am on Thursday morning.
'It didn't take that long, about 45 minutes to an hour,' they said. 'We went through the accessibility queue, it's for people with disabilities that are seen and unseen. It was a totally separate queue. Everything ran in order.
'When we arrived we were fortunate to see the Changing of the Guard so we have an extra moment to pay our respects to the Queen.
'We wanted to come and pay our respects because it's just a historic moment, the Queen is like a mother and a grandmother to all of us.'
Neil Miller, 58, from Buckinghamshire, said that he wanted to pay his respects, because he has 'watched the Queen's speech ever year of my life at 3pm on Christmas Day'.
'She has done a great job for the country, and I wanted to come and pay my respects and say thank you,' he said.
'At 6.55am this morning, I joined the back of the queue and it's been fine. Lots of banter and talk. I was told 10 hours I would be in the queue.'
Esbil Wong, 70, is from South Africa and was visiting her son in the UK when she heard news of the Queen's death.
She said she came to pay her respects because 'I have been following her all my life.' Ms Wong said she joined the queue at around 7am and had been queuing for about three hours so far.
She said: 'We are really honoured, I couldn't miss this opportunity to be part of history. I love her.'
Ros Cook, 53, from Epsom, came to the lying-in-state for her elderly mother.
'I came here to London with my Mum for the Golden Jubilee, and my Mum is now 84, and to queue today would be too much for her, so I felt I wanted to come today for her,' she explained.
'I grew up as an army child moving a lot and the Queen has been a part of my family I suppose, as my Dad pledged allegiance to her all those years ago — I wanted to come and pay my respects to her.'
Ms Cook, who joined the queue at 7am had been queuing for about three hours 10am before she reached the Palace of Westminster.
On the queue, she said: 'It has been really well organised and hasn't taken too long. I think I just came here with no expectations of how long it's going to take because then you can't be disappointed.'
Stewards on the route have advised that from Lambeth Bridge, it could take well-wishers anywhere between two and four hours to reach Westminster Hall.
Fraser and Tricia Campbell from St Albans. The couple queued for five hours
Fraser and Tricia Campbell from St Albans said that they came because they wanted to 'show their recognition for all that [the Queen has] done.'
Mr Campbell, 68, said: 'I have always had a high regard for the Queen, I think increasingly in recent years no less because of the way she has been so open regarding her Christian faith. And I have really admired her for that.
'There's also a personal level as well, I'm conscious that my late mother was a very loyal follower of the Queen and she would have wanted to come here today. It's been very special to be here.'
Mrs Campbell, 65, added: 'It was a real privilege to be here and we coincided with the changing of the guard which was very interesting to see. It was just very moving. I just said 'rest in peace' because she has done an amazing job.'
The couple queued for five hours from 5.30am.
Mother and daughter Clara, 15, and Kate Chetwood, 50, from Sussex queued for around six hours
They continued: 'We thought we could come and see how long it was. We got up very early and left St Albans at half past four and said we would see how long the queue was.
'Thinking about it yesterday, we realised that no matter how long it took we really wanted to part of the moment. I'm not sure there was an upper limit on how long we would have queued because it is a small price to pay.'
Mother and daughter Kate Chetwood, 50, and Clara, 15, from Sussex queued for around six hours to pay their respects.
Clara said: 'I think the Queen was a very special person. I'm not sure there will be another monarch like her. Her Platinum Jubilee celebration was a big part of the beginning of our summer. It's a big occasion that is important to commemorate.'
Kate described entering Westminster Hall where the Queen's coffin lies and being 'struck by a huge overwhelming sense of the grandeur and the mystery of it all.'
'I just wanted to say thank you to her for a job incredibly well done,' Ms Chetwood said.
The duo said that they made friends during their queuing and shared stories with others.
'Everyone is here for the same reasons,' Clara added.
Rupi Chawlia, 45, from Wiltshire started queuing at 5.50am and has visited the Queen's coffin by 10.30am on Thursday.
She said: 'I felt it was important being a woman. She was such a role model for all women, not just in this country but across the world. And what I love about her the most was her calmness, she made people feel comfortable. That's a true skill to have.'
She said that the queue was 'constantly moving', as people walked the planned route.
'We made some new friends in the queue and we're going for a drink,' she added. 'It's been great, the socialising aspect of it, and that's what really made the time go by.
'You're chatting to people, about your lives, any connections you may have had with the royal family which we found out today some of us have met the Queen. I have, I've been to one of her tea parties.
'It's her legacy, the community coming together. For me, it's one big celebration of her wonderful role'.
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After heist, Lebanese activists promise more bank raids
BEIRUT (AP) — A Lebanese activist group on Thursday vowed to organize more bank heists to help people retrieve their locked savings as the country’s years-long economic crisis continues to worsen.
Activists from Depositors’ Outcry group accompanied Sali Hafez into a Beirut bank branch on Wednesday, and she was able to retrieve some $13,000 in her savings to fund her sister’s cancer treatment.
Hafez carried a toy gun when she walked into BLOM Bank on Wednesday, while the activists who accompanied her poured about gasoline, threatening to set the bank on fire if she did not get her money out.
The group told The Associated Press that they had also coordinated with a man who tried to take some of his money from a bank in the mountainous town of Aley. Local media said he carried an unloaded shotgun.
Lebanon’s cash-strapped banks have imposed strict limits on withdrawals of foreign currency since 2019, tying up the savings of millions of people. About three-quarters of the population has slipped into poverty as the tiny Middle East country’s economy continues to spiral.
Alaa Khorchid, the head of Depositors’ Outcry, said there is now no other choice for Lebanese bank depositors but to “take matters into their own hands.” He spoke at a press conference in Beirut.
“BLOM Bank issues a statement saying that this is a pre-orchestrated operation. Yes it is, what were you thinking?” Khorchid told reporters, referring to the bank’s statement condemning Hafez and the activists.
“And we’re organizing more than this, and you have no choice. People’s rights are sacred,” he added, addressing banks in general.
“The real beginning of the revolution started yesterday, when Sali Hafez entered the bank, and there is no turning back,” Ibrahim Abdullah, a member of the Depositors’ Outcry group said at the press conference. “This revolution is against all the banks.”
Several groups advocating and protesting for Lebanese depositors have emerged since 2019, with some — like the one named the Depositors’ Union — opting to file lawsuits against banks to help depositors retrieve their money.
Wednesday’s heist occurred weeks after a food delivery driver broke into another bank branch in Beirut and held 10 people hostage for seven hours, demanding tens of thousands of dollars in his trapped savings. Many Lebanese hailed him as a hero.
The standoff and public sympathy for those taking matters into their own hands to get their savings has exposed the depths of people’s despair in Lebanon’s economic crisis, which has pulled over three-quarters of the country’s population into poverty, unable to cope with skyrocketing food, electricity, and gasoline prices.
Meanwhile, Lebanese officials struggle to implement structural reforms for an economic recovery plan approved by the International Monetary Fund to unlock billions of dollars in loans and aid to make the country viable again.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico health officials on Thursday touted the new COVID-19 booster, along with an aggressive plan to bring it to the most vulnerable populations.
The state has announced a timeline to get the Omicron booster to seniors and residents of long-term care facilities in the next six weeks. There are around 240 assisted living facilities, 70 nursing homes and over 200 senior sites in New Mexico.
There are also plans for drive-thru clinics and to offer the flu vaccine at the same time.
Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. David Scrase hopes people in general will take advantage of the new booster. If the roughly 65% of New Mexicans who routinely get a flu shot also get the booster, that would put the state at a high vaccination rate.
“I think we're going to have to play it by ear. We have seen a declining interest in the vaccine as we added new age groups," Scrase said. “I consider this ‘the COVID vaccine’ for 2022. I'm hoping people will hear that message and be more likely to get it with their flu shot this year than not.”
Getting this latest booster will fit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's revised definition of being “up to date” on COVID-19 vaccines.
There are also no plans to end New Mexico's current COVID-19 emergency public health order. Scrase said maintaining public health emergency status enhances federal benefits for many low-income residents.
“There is very little likelihood that we will end our public health emergency before the federal government does. It would create a very, very difficult situation for the ... 970,000 some people on Medicaid in our state.”
Health officials also touched on the presence of monkeypox in New Mexico. There have been 33 reported cases in the state so far. The U.S. has documented over 22,700 cases.
The first dose of the monkeypox vaccine has been administered to 1,749 New Mexicans. Only 179 have received the second dose.
Monkeypox is a viral infection that can cause painful lesions or sores. It is rarely fatal. One death has been reported in the U.S.
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- It's being called more of a movement than a movie.
Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis said her new film, "The Woman King," is her magnum opus, one of the most important works of her career.
Based on a true story, a real tribe of female warriors in West Africa, Davis brings a star-studded, powerhouse cast of dark-skinned Black actors to the forefront.
It's a film where she also pushed herself in a way she's never done in her own storied career.
"Sometimes your work can heal you," Davis said. "It really can."
It's hard to believe that this is Davis' first action film.
"Brutal," she said. "It was brutal. It was painful. It was maddening. It was joyful. It was cathartic."
Davis plays Nanisca, the leader of the Agojie, an all-women warrior army in the African kingdom of Dahomey.
"For me to see the possibilities within myself," Davis asked, "Are you kidding me? As a woman over 50, my whole acting training has been defined by everything I could not do. Everyone would say, 'You can't do this. You can't do that. There's no rules for this. There's no rules for that.' That's the generation I came from."
She said the training was beyond intense.
"The fact that I'm still alive, and I didn't have a heart attack when I was sprinting on the treadmill," she laughed.
This is South African actress Thuso Mbedu's big screen debut. She works alongside Davis, calling it a bucket list moment that she feels she manifested.
"It really is unlike anything I could have ever imagined," Mbedu said. "I'm grateful for it and stronger for it."
Add to the cast, Lashana Lynch, fresh from the Marvel Universe and a newly named 007.
"I've made two strong choices," Lynch said. "But this is different. This is for us. And I can really say that this is solely for us, by us, with us, around us. This is our energy. Everything about this movie is a proud moment."
The Woman King opens in theaters on September 16.
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State Farm, Mississippi settle lawsuit over Katrina payments
BILOXI, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi has quietly settled its lawsuit against State Farm Fire and Casualty Co. for allegedly minimizing its Hurricane Katrina payments to policyholders, leaving the state to compensate homeowners.
The settlement says the $12 million payment represents “restitution for damage, which was or may have been caused by a violation of law or potential violation of law” on the part of State Farm, which has admitted no liability in its handling of claims from the 2005 storm, The Sun Herald reported.
State Farm paid the settlement in February 2021, but Attorney General Lynn Fitch never announced details of the agreement. The Sun Herald recently filed a public records request to secure a copy of the settlement, which does not appear in the voluminous electronic case file on the lawsuit.
Former Attorney General Jim Hood originally filed the suit in 2015. State Farm later lost a state Supreme Court appeal seeking to have the case dismissed.
In July, the company, a subsidiary of State Farm Insurance, also agreed to pay the federal government $100 million in restitution over its alleged mishandling of flood insurance claims following Katrina.
That settlement marked the end of legal proceedings that began more than 16 years ago when two whistleblowers sued the Illinois-based insurance company, which had the largest market share of Mississippi policies when the storm hit. State Farm also agreed to dismiss counterclaims it filed against the whistleblowers.
In the federal case, State Farm agreed to pay the federal government $100 million to avoid any further liability. A jury had already determined that State Farm defrauded the National Flood Insurance Program by charging it $250,000 for flood damage to a Biloxi policyholder’s home when wind caused the loss.
State Farm policies cover wind damage, while the NFIP covers damage from flooding.
The newspaper checked on the state case after finding out about the federal settlement. Before the federal settlement, State Farm faced having thousands of its Katrina claims investigated for additional fraud.
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About 1,000 coal miners in central Alabama have been on strike for nearly 18 months, with no sign of stopping. The surface-level battle is over whether their pay will be restored to prior levels, after they made concessions to keep the mine operating.
But their struggle – and the relative lack of support they are attracting from political leaders of either party – could be a harbinger of a larger problem. As the country shifts toward green energy, a looming need is to ensure that workers like coal miners are still cared for and can find new work when needed. The goal is what’s called a “just transition” to cleaner energy.
Why We Wrote This
Coal miners have been on strike for 18 months in Alabama. Their struggle points to the wider search for a “just transition” for an industry squeezed by energy trends and the fight against climate change.
“The Republicans have kind of always been anti-union,” says mine worker Braxton Wright. “And most Democrats just see the word ‘coal.’”
Today, even as President Joe Biden touts himself as leading “the most pro-union administration in American history” and funnels money toward clean energy investments, the United States largely lacks a national strategy for a just transition.
Some states, however, have begun to act. New Mexico and Colorado have programs designed to address both job losses and the fallout for local communities.
Among the rugged hills and quiet, shady woods of central Alabama, it suddenly appears – a mountain of coal, hundreds of feet high, inky black against the orange of the setting sun.
Braxton Wright points across the mine’s sprawling complex. But Mr. Wright isn’t working today – and hasn’t since March of last year. Instead, he’s standing across the road, on a picket line with a handful of other miners.
“We wanted our dignity back,” says Mr. Wright, a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local 2368, which was among those that went on strike April 1, 2021. The mine has since been kept running by nonunion workers, as a grinding impasse over wages and benefits drags on between the union and owner Warrior Met Coal.
Why We Wrote This
Coal miners have been on strike for 18 months in Alabama. Their struggle points to the wider search for a “just transition” for an industry squeezed by energy trends and the fight against climate change.
But politically, the Brookwood miners say, their pleas seem to be falling on deaf ears.
“The Republicans have kind of always been anti-union,” Mr. Wright says. “And most Democrats just see the word ‘coal.’”
The miners and their union say they’re determined to press on, relying on a far-from-depleted strike fund. But with the outcome anything but assured, the plight of miners like Mr. Wright could be a harbinger of a larger problem – a canary in an even larger coal mine. As the country shifts toward green energy, a looming need is to ensure that workers like coal miners are able to find new work. The general idea is referred to by policymakers as a “just transition” to cleaner energy.
So, what does justice for workers look like in this transition? Some states are seeking initial answers. But the experience of these coal miners may also suggest that, as workers raise their voices, it will require a shift in thought for party leaders on both sides to listen.
“When people, right now, oftentimes talk about ‘just transition,’ [away from fossil fuels] they’re often looking at it from a very moral, ethical viewpoint. ... I see more of a contract” between workers and politicians, says Michaël Aklin, associate professor of political science at the University of Pittsburgh. But, he adds, “This grand bargain only works if both sides trust each other.”
“Many fossil fuel workers have started to turn more towards voting on the right,” he adds. “It’s not clear whether they will actually trust the Democrats on this. And if so, then that’s going to limit how successful this can actually be down the road.”
To some onlookers, the question of a just transition for these miners will become salient when and if the mining jobs actually disappear. But for others, at a time when coal jobs are fading around the nation, the miners’ cause already intersects with the debate over caring for workers affected by industry upheaval.
Amid a resurgence of activism around organized labor in the United States, the 1,000 or so striking workers of UMWA might have been expected to catch some of the spotlight. Indeed, some Democrats and Republicans on the campaign trail here in Alabama have voiced support for the miners, and Sen. Bernie Sanders attended a union rally and invited miners to testify on the strike in Congress. But in general, the miners say they have only received a smattering of political support – despite being just down the road from Bessemer, where an effort to form a union at an Amazon warehouse last year became a major flashpoint for Democrats to tout their support of organized labor. It was just days later that the UMWA workers formed their picket lines.
Using coal: steel versus electricity
The mining jobs in Brookwood aren’t in immediate danger, even as Democrats tout the green energy investments of the Inflation Reduction Act and, separately, as renewable forms of energy become more competitive against fossil fuels. That’s because the coal mined in Brookwood is used in steel production – something Mr. Wright wishes the green energy crowd would acknowledge. Still, steel production is responsible for 7% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, making it a prime target for innovators hoping to curb carbon output.
The outlook is worse for other coal miners: The number of Americans employed in the coal industry has already more than halved, to around 40,000 workers, since 2012. Even under President Donald Trump, who pledged to bring back the coal industry and succeeded in cutting regulations, long-term economic trends meant the industry lost around 10,000 jobs while he was in office.
“I don’t think [the miners at Warrior Met are] as endangered as steam coal is, but it does concern me – about why haven’t [politicians] been out there, if nothing else but to come talk to the people that’s on strike, and see what they can do?” says Larry Spencer, vice president of the UMWA district that covers the striking miners in Brookwood. “That would help so much with the people feeling that they are being heard.”
Indeed, the impetus for the current strike has nothing to do with climate change. In 2015, the mine’s previous owner, Walter Energy, declared bankruptcy. In a bid to save their jobs, the union accepted pay cuts. Now, with the new owner, Warrior Met, running a profitable mine, they want the return to the status quo – something they say they were promised would eventually happen when they originally agreed to the cuts. Warrior Met has offered multiple contracts during the impasse, but the union is still holding out for a return to 2015 standards.
Solutions from the states
The idea of a just transition for certain workers – whether because of a shift to green energy, or because of jobs moving overseas amid expanding global free trade – has been around for decades. As industries come and go, it’s not just individual jobs on the line, advocates say, but entire communities built around them.
In 2016, long before talk of a Green New Deal, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton gave a speech where she staked out the competing priorities of adopting clean energy, adjusting to the macroeconomic headwinds long driving out coal mining, and supporting workers left behind by such changes.
“We don’t want to forget those people,” Mrs. Clinton said. “We’ve got to move away from coal and all the other fossil fuels, but I don’t want to move away from the people who did the best they could to produce energy that we relied on.” She proposed bringing jobs and economic development to coal country.
But voters and the media latched on to a different line in the speech, where Mrs. Clinton said she was “going to put a lot of coal miners and coal companies out of business.” Fairly or not, a sentiment had formed among many voters that the party at large, despite its past relationship with coal unions, was more focused on green energy than miners’ livelihoods. (This sentiment also coincided with more and more of the Democratic base being made up of both urban-dwelling and white collar workers.)
Today, even as President Joe Biden touts himself as leading “the most pro-union administration in American history,” and his new legislation routes $369 billion to climate and clean energy efforts, the United States largely lacks a national strategy for a just transition.
Some states, however, have begun to act.
New Mexico has dedicated tens of millions of dollars to help workers and communities displaced from looming coal mine closures as the state transitions to 80% renewables by 2040. Colorado has established an Office of Just Transition at the state’s labor department, dedicated to managing not just the jobs lost, but tax bases taken out by closures of mines and coal-fired power plants, scheduled to be phased out anytime between the next few years and 2070.
“We try to have respectful interactions. We try to follow communities’ and workers’ leads in terms of what they want to do moving forward. And hopefully over time we will prove ourselves worthy of some trust,” says Wade Buchanan, director of the Colorado office, who notes that support for its mission has become increasingly bipartisan. During a recent vote for more funding, Republicans still weren’t necessarily warm to the idea of an energy transition, Mr. Buchanan says, but they expressed that “If we’re going to do that, we’re glad we have an office like this.”
While the miners in Alabama say they feel politically abandoned, one group has made inroads with them – but not from the political center. The Birmingham chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America has been active on UMWA picket lines. Haley Czarnek, the local DSA labor committee co-chair, says she doesn’t see a contradiction between supporting coal miners and advocating for climate change action.
“As long as my electricity is coming from coal being burned, I want the people that are mining it to have a dignified life,” Ms. Czarnek says, sitting at a recently unionized Starbucks in midtown Birmingham.
Buoyed by being suppliers of the steel industry rather than of power plants, workers on the picket line remain confident in the future of their mine. And what they want, they say, is less complicated to figure out than the uncertain future around the transition to renewables and how it will play out.
“It goes up and down, that’s the way it works” Rob Wright, another miner on the picket line on a recent evening, says about the coal industry. This strike is the longest he’s been above ground in 16 years, and he desperately wants to go back into the deep. “All we want to do is provide for our families.”
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Judge asked to approve fund for U-Michigan doc’s victims
DETROIT (AP) — Attorneys representing sexual-assault victims of a former University of Michigan sports doctor are asking a judge to approve a settlement fund, a key step in a $490 million deal between the school and more than 1,000 people.
The settlement between the school and victims of the late Dr. Robert Anderson was announced in January, but there has been no public activity.
A request was filed under seal Monday in Detroit federal court, seeking the establishment of a “survivors settlement fund” and the appointment of someone to oversee the fund.
“The documents are currently under seal and I cannot comment on them,” attorney Richard Schulte, lead negotiator for victims, said Thursday. “The settlement is progressing overall. We are hopeful we’ll have more concrete news in the near future.”
Anderson died in 2008 after working at the university for nearly 40 years. He was director of the campus Health Service and a physician for multiple sports teams, including football.
Former athletes, students and others who had no connection to the university — mostly men — said they were molested by Anderson during routine physicals or other visits.
Coaches, trainers and other staff in the athletic department did not question Anderson’s status, despite complaints, rumors and even jokes among athletes about his behavior, according to a report commissioned by the school.
The settlement is one of several by universities following sex abuse scandals. Michigan State University paid $500 million to settle claims from more than 300 women and girls who said they were assaulted by Larry Nassar, a campus sports doctor and a doctor for USA Gymnastics.
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Senators Congratulate Mac Schneider’s Nomination for U.S. Attorney for N.D.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) — North Dakota Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer are congratulating former state legislator Mac Schneider on his nomination to serve as the state’s U.S. Attorney.
He was nominated by President Biden.
Hoeven and Cramer say they look forward to “getting Mac confirmed as soon as possible.”
Schneider is an attorney with offices in Fargo and Grand Forks.
He served in the state legislature’s 42nd district from 2009 to 2016 when he lost reelection.
Schneider was the Democratic endorsed candidate for U.S. House in North Dakota in 2018 but lost to Republican Kelly Armstrong.
Jennifer Puhl is serving as the interim U.S. Attorney for North Dakota after Drew Wrigley was appointed Attorney General of the state upon the death of Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem.
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TRENTON — Gov. Phil Murphy on Thursday signed into law a bill that increases state payments to qualified veterans.
For certain veterans diagnosed with disabilities from their wartime service, annual payments will increase to $1,800 from $750, Murphy's office said. Payments for certain disabilities covered under the Paraplegic and Hemiplegic Veterans’ Allowance program had not increased since 1981, and payments to blind veterans covered under the Blind Veterans’ Allowance Program had not increased since 1971.
"A lot has changed over the past several decades, and it is important for our state to keep up with the rising cost of living in our support for New Jersey veterans,” Murphy said in a statement. “Veterans who were disabled in the line of duty made an immeasurable sacrifice on behalf of our nation. Ensuring these veterans receive the financial assistance they need and deserve from our state is how we can honor that sacrifice.”
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State Sen. Michael Testa, R-Cape May, Cumberland, Atlantic, cosponsored the bill with a mix of other senators.
“I am proud this legislation was signed into law today," Testa said in a statement. "It is our duty to ensure the well-being of New Jersey’s veterans and their spouses."
Testa said the bill is essential to caring for veterans who have accumulated challenging health conditions from their service while the cost of living has risen since the last increases were made.
With the departure of the head of the Tropicana, none of Atlantic City’s nine casinos is now led by a woman or a Black person. Jacqueline Grace left her job as senior vice president and general manager of the Tropicana in late July after nearly two years in the top job there. She is now CEO of Beam Living, a New York property management company. Grace was the last of a group of four women, two of them Black, who ran Atlantic City casinos just two years ago.
"This bill will offer some much-needed financial relief and stability to these injured veterans, and their loved ones, during their time of need," he said.
Qualified veterans will see a bump in their compensation beginning Jan. 1, Murphy's office said.
Murphy included the increase in this year's budget proposal. The budget including the raise was signed into law in June.
The law will aid about 200 state veterans who obtained benefits and have lost eyesight, amputated limbs, osteochondritis, multiple sclerosis and permanent paralysis in their limbs or certain portions of the body, Murphy's office said.
The bill's Assembly version was introduced in the winter, first being given to the Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee in January, according to the New Jersey Legislature's website.
After being shuffled through the Legislature, the bill passed both houses in June.
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State Sen. Linda Greenstein, D-Mercer, Middlesex, called the change long overdue, saying not accommodating rising costs of living for veterans has been unacceptable.
"While the increase of compensation in this bill cannot fully repay the sacrifice our disabled veterans gave, it can hopefully provide some aid as they live out the rest of their lives," Greenstein said in a statement.
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Before Democrats even think about giving away another tax break to corporations, they should demand more dollars for poor kids.
This longtime perk expired, though, at the end of 2021.
Industry groups such as Business Roundtable are working hard to get Congress to retroactively restore it, and they have issued dire warnings about the economic damage that might occur if lawmakers don’t swoop in to the rescue. Republican lawmakers have been agitating for the tax break’s revival, too.
Here’s the twist: It was Republicans who took the tax break away in the first place.
If you’re confused about why they might have done this, you’re not alone. After all, back in 2017, when Republicans controlled both Congress and the White House, they passed an enormous corporate tax cut.
To help make their corporate rate cuts as large as possible, Republicans included some measures that would (ostensibly) raise a little bit of money to offset the cost. Among these supposed pay-fors was this change to the tax treatment of R&D spending.
The business lobby wasn’t super-psyched about these revenue-raisers, but the measures generally were not scheduled to bite right away. They would take effect several years down the road, if they happened at all.
In fact, the presumption at the time was that these provisions might never materialize because future Congresses would step in and reverse them first. One of the architects of that 2017 GOP tax overhaul, Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Tex.), even publicly and repeatedly endorsed proposals to undo his own handiwork.
In other words, the R&D change was a cynical gimmick intended to make the bill look cheaper for official budget scorekeeping purposes — but that leading Republicans never actually expected, or wanted, to happen.
Republicans, of course, no longer control the legislature. But Democrats also tend to like the idea of incentivizing companies to invest in more research and experimentation. So, Democratic lawmakers seem to be on board with doing cleanup for Republicans this year.
The question now is what Democrats should demand in return for bailing out Republicans — that is, for thanklessly fixing a section of the tax code that their GOP counterparts deliberately broke.
The best answer: More money for poor kids, through a revived expansion of the child tax credit.
Maybe this trade sounds like it’s coming out of left field. It isn’t. Negotiations for a deal along these lines — bigger child tax credit, in exchange for corporate tax break — have been quietly ongoing for months. And the case for prioritizing poor kids in any end-of-year deal got a whole lot stronger this week.
Newly-released census data revealed something almost magical: Child poverty rates fell nearly in half in 2021 compared with a year earlier, down to the lowest child-poverty level ever recorded. This wasn’t an accident. It was a deliberate choice made by Congress. More than 2 million children were kept out of poverty last year because Democratic lawmakers — temporarily — expanded the child tax credit.
The Democrats’ expanded child tax credit lasted only a year, though, and has since lapsed. And while Democrats this year have delivered on promises to other core constituencies — including elderly Medicare beneficiaries and labor unions — they have yet to target more aid to poor kids.
That’s partly because of opposition from a single Democratic senator, Joe Manchin III (W.Va.), to reviving the child program. But — fingers crossed — the stars could now be aligning for a bipartisan deal.
Some Republicans, eager to boost their “family values” bona fides, have already expressed interest in expanding the child tax credit. They’re unlikely to support the exact program Democrats had in place last year. But a compromise measure might now be able to cobble together a few critical votes from Republicans — particularly if those Republicans see the fate of kids as inextricably linked to that of a constituency the GOP always prioritizes above all else (i.e., corporations).
Democrats should use the leverage they now have with Republicans to deliver for the most vulnerable Americans — unless Democrats wish to demonstrate that they, too, care more about corporations than they do about kids.
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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — On Saturday, Sept. 24, El Tour de Tucson will host the sixth Pima County El Tour Loop de Loop, which will conclude with an after party.
The event, which promotes the El Tour's nearly 40 non-profit partners, is the official kickoff for the Banner - University Medicine 39th El Tour de Tucson on Nov. 19, 2022.
The Loop de Loop will take place from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Chuck Huckelberry Loop.
The after-party will be starting at 11 a.m. and last until 2 p.m. at the pavilions where there will be live music, prize drawings and more.
The Maasman Band will play from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Raffle tickets will be provided at the event and participants can purchase tickets from Rillito Park's non-profit partners.
Anyone is welcome to participate.
Loop de Loop is an event to help nonprofits find cyclists for their cause for El Tour, which is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2022.
"It gives the opportunity for cyclists to pick their nonprofit, find new riding partners, and find training rides," said Steve Rivera.
El Tour is primarily a fundraising event and has raised more than $105 million for participating charities since its inception.
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Bivian Contreras is a real-time editor for KGUN 9. Bivian graduated from the University of Arizona School of Journalism with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Broadcast and is currently pursuing a degree in Broadcast Operational Meteorology. Share your story ideas and important issues with Bivian by emailing bivian.contreras@kgun9.com or by connecting on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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For years, Tampa and Miami have each claimed ownership over the Cuban Sandwich. Three researchers dug into historical data and arrived at a conclusion to settle the debate.
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For years, Tampa and Miami have each claimed ownership over the Cuban Sandwich. Three researchers dug into historical data and arrived at a conclusion to settle the debate.
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FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The UA Broadway Faire movie theatre in Fresno is closed, effective Thursday, Sept. 15, company officials say.
The theater is located in northwest Fresno at 3351 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93711.
The movie screening venue was well known to the community as another option when other local theaters were packed.
The reason for the closure was not announced, but Regal officials say residents can enjoy the best of what’s on the silver screen in the following Fresno locations:
- Regal Marketplace @ El Paseo: 6455 N. Riverside Drive, Fresno, CA 93722
- Regal Manchester – Fresno: 2055 E Shields Avenue, Fresno, CA 93726
- Regal Edwards Fresno: 250 Paseo Del Centro, Fresno, CA 93720
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Agreement between Farmworkers Institute of Education & Leadership Development (FIELD) and Cadiz will bolster FIELD's workforce development programs and train students in sustainable water management amid worsening climate change while advancing FIELD's mission of fostering prosperity in California's underserved communities.
TEHACHAPI, Calif. and CADIZ, Calif., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Farmworkers Institute of Education & Leadership Development (FIELD) and Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI) today announced an agreement to create a state-of-the-art technology innovation and learning center to provide education, work-based training and business opportunities in poor, minority communities.
FIELD's Innovation Campus will be located at Cadiz Ranch, the Company's 45,000-acre property in the Mojave Desert, and will provide hands-on, intensive instruction and work-based training in water conservation, groundwater management and sustainable agriculture – critical need areas as California adapts to the impacts of climate change on water supplies and food production.
The new initiative is part of FIELD's Workforce Development division and operates under the Career Technical Education (CTE) program, which is part of FIELD's EPIC de Cesar Chavez High School, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. FIELD is a non-profit founded in 1978 by renowned farmworker leader Cesar Chavez whose vision was to uplift the economic prospects of underserved populations in poor and minority communities. FIELD's CTE program prepares students for the changing workforce by developing academic knowledge and technical skills in a variety of career pathways, including Early Childhood Education, Solar Photovoltaics, Firefighting, Agriculture, Construction, Recycling and Natural Resources. FIELD's CTE program at Cadiz Ranch will focus on water conservation, water quality, groundwater management and strategies to adapt to the impacts of climate change on water resources and agriculture. FIELD's work-based training programs support a continuum of self-sufficiency and empowerment in underserved communities through the creation of "social enterprises" – businesses that are created, owned and operated by FIELD students/graduates.
Over three decades of farming in California's Mojave Desert, Cadiz has developed sophisticated groundwater water conservation techniques to support farming in extreme arid conditions by intercepting and capturing groundwater before it evaporates. The Company's groundwater management plan includes extensive use of sensor technologies to monitor soil moisture, evaporation rates and groundwater movement to maximize the conservation of groundwater. Conserved water not used for irrigation will be stored in the aquifer and transported through underground pipelines as part of the Cadiz Water Conservation and Storage Project, creating a critical new water supply for drought-stricken communities in Southern California.
In partnership with FIELD, Cadiz will create classroom space, housing and other facilities at the Cadiz Ranch for an estimated 30-60 students per academic year as they learn best practices in promoting sustainable water management and conservation in a time of increasing climate change and worsening drought.
"As California's water supply grows increasingly scarce, climate-adaptive technologies and practices will be key to health, safety and economic survival, especially for traditionally underserved communities," said FIELD Present and CEO David Villarino-Gonzalez. "We are thrilled to partner with Cadiz in creating work-based training programs and business opportunities for our students so they can build a sustainable future, not only for themselves, but for their communities."
"This partnership is our future," said Cadiz Executive Board Chair Susan Kennedy. "Aridification is a rapidly growing threat that will change everything about how we live in the Southwest. FIELD's focus on combining sustainability and self-sufficiency to create business opportunities for students is exactly what we need to address climate change."
The FIELD program will include direct, hands-on training for students in managing sustainable farm operations at Cadiz Ranch, groundwater management and water quality monitoring, business operations, wellfield development, and other areas. FIELD students will also gain experience supporting the first-ever conversion of an existing oil and gas pipeline for use conveying water. The program is expected to begin in the spring of 2023, with an English as a Second Language program for FIELD students available at the Cadiz Innovation Center beginning this fall.
The creation of the Cadiz Innovation Center is the Company's latest initiative to deliver clean water solutions to disadvantaged communities. In August, Cadiz agreed to dedicate 5,000 acre-feet of water per year to the Salton Sea Authority and Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians and provide well treatment technology on tribal lands, as well as up to $5 million in pipeline infrastructure to ensure access to clean, safe drinking water.
About FIELD
The Farmworkers Institute of Education & Leadership Development (FIELD) is committed to uplifting the economic prospects of our underserved populations in poor, minority communities. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit founded and established in 1978 by Farmworker Leader Cesar E Chavez. Cesar's ultimate vision was to inspire farmworkers & the rural workforce to gain self-sufficiency through employee owned social enterprises. Our Core Purpose is to empower the underserved to be self-sufficient with a mission to promote economic & social prosperity. FIELD carries out this mission through a continuum of educational and workforce development programs that assist underserved communities in achieving empowerment, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life. FIELD has served over 130,000 people since 2002 by making a major investment in an education and training infrastructure. For more information, please visit www.farmworkerinstitute.org or email info@fieldinstitute.org
About Cadiz Inc.
Founded in 1983, Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI) is a California business with more than 70 square miles of property, significant infrastructure, and water rights. The Company's mission is to deliver sustainable solutions to California's clean water challenges. The Cadiz Water Conservation and Storage Project is an innovative aquifer storage project that will create a new water supply for 400,000 people a year by conserving billions of gallons of renewable groundwater currently being lost to evaporation and salt contamination at Mojave Desert dry lakes. With state-of-the-art groundwater management technology, the Project will put conserved water to beneficial use and create a much-needed groundwater bank interconnecting California's existing water infrastructure. For more information, please visit the Company's website www.cadizinc.com or review the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Dupixent is the first and only biologic that significantly improved skin clearance, and reduced itch and overall disease severity in children as young as 6 months old in a Phase 3 trial
Published results reinforce well-established efficacy and safety profile of Dupixent across age groups
TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and PARIS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) and Sanofi today announced that The Lancet has published positive results from a Phase 3 Dupixent® (dupilumab) trial in children aged 6 months to 5 years with uncontrolled moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis. These data were the basis for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of Dupixent in June 2022 and for a regulatory submission currently under review by the European Medicines Agency.
"The Lancet's publication of these Phase 3 results is a testament to the significance of the data showing dupilumab can alleviate the multidimensional burden that moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis places on infants, toddlers and their families," said Amy S. Paller, M.D., Walter J. Hamlin Professor and Chair of Dermatology and Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and principal investigator of the trial. "By addressing the key inflammatory pathway driving atopic dermatitis, the trial demonstrated that dupilumab not only addressed debilitating symptoms like persistent itch and skin lesions, but also meaningfully improved sleep and reduced pain – two aspects of daily life that are critical for any child's development and well-being."
Data from this trial showed that adding Dupixent to low-potency topical corticosteroids (TCS) significantly improved skin clearance and reduced overall disease severity and itch compared to TCS alone (placebo) at 16 weeks. Additionally, Dupixent patients experienced significant improvement in measures of sleep quality and skin pain, as well as patient- or caregiver-reported outcomes and health-related quality of life. A substantially lower proportion of Dupixent patients needed rescue medications, compared to those on placebo.
Safety results through 16 weeks were similar to the safety profile in patients 6 years and older with atopic dermatitis. Adverse events that were more commonly observed with Dupixent (≥5%) included conjunctivitis (5% Dupixent, 0% placebo), herpes viral infections (6% Dupixent, 5% placebo), molluscum contagiosum (5% Dupixent, 3% placebo), rhinorrhea (5% Dupixent, 1% placebo) and dental caries (5% Dupixent, 0% placebo).
The safety and efficacy of Dupixent in children 6 months to 5 years of age with uncontrolled atopic dermatitis has not been fully evaluated by any regulatory authority outside the U.S.
About Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic type 2 inflammatory skin disease. Eighty-five to ninety percent of patients first develop symptoms before 5 years of age, which can often continue through adulthood. Symptoms include intense, persistent itch and skin lesions that cover much of the body, resulting in skin dryness, cracking, pain, redness or darkening, and crusting and oozing. In the U.S., more than 75,000 children aged 5 years and younger have uncontrolled moderate-to-severe disease and are most in need of new treatment options. Moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis may also significantly impact the quality of life of a young child and their caregivers. Current treatment options in this age group are primarily topical steroids, which can be associated with safety risks and may impair growth when used long-term.
About the Dupixent Trial
The Phase 3 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of Dupixent added to standard-of-care low-potency TCS compared to low-potency TCS alone in 162 children aged 6 months to 5 years with uncontrolled moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis. Patients treated with Dupixent received either 200 mg or 300 mg (based on weight) every four weeks.
The primary endpoints assessed the proportion of patients achieving an Investigator's Global Assessment (IGA) score of 0 (clear) or 1 (almost clear) and at least a 75% improvement in Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI-75) at week 16.
Secondary endpoints further assessed disease measures and quality of life. Disease measures included additional EASI outcomes, itch reduction, percent of body surface area affected, skin pain, disease severity as measured by the Patient Oriented Eczema Measure, as well as SCORing Atopic Dermatitis measuring a combined assessment of disease area and severity, itch and sleep. Quality of life measures were assessed for children (by Children's Dermatology Life Quality Index for children aged 4 to 17 years and Infants' Dermatitis Quality of Life Index for children less than 4 years of age) and families (by the Dermatitis Family Impact questionnaire), as well as sleep quality.
Children who completed the trial were eligible to enroll in an open-label extension to assess the safety and efficacy of long-term treatment with Dupixent in this age group.
About Dupixent
Dupixent, which was invented using Regeneron's proprietary VelocImmune® technology, is a fully human monoclonal antibody that inhibits the signaling of the interleukin-4 (IL-4) and interleukin-13 (IL-13) pathways and is not an immunosuppressant. The Dupixent development program has shown significant clinical benefit and a decrease in type 2 inflammation in Phase 3 trials, establishing that IL-4 and IL-13 are key and central drivers of the type 2 inflammation that plays a major role in multiple related and often co-morbid diseases. These diseases include approved indications for Dupixent such as asthma, atopic dermatitis, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) and eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), as well as investigational diseases such as prurigo nodularis.
Dupixent has received regulatory approvals around the world for use in certain patients with atopic dermatitis, asthma, CRSwNP or EoE in different age populations. Dupixent is currently approved across these indications in the U.S. and for one or more of these indications in more than 60 countries, including in the European Union and Japan. More than 500,000 patients have been treated with Dupixent globally.
About Regeneron's VelocImmune Technology
Regeneron's VelocImmune technology utilizes a proprietary genetically engineered mouse platform endowed with a genetically humanized immune system to produce optimized fully human antibodies. When Regeneron's co-Founder, President and Chief Scientific Officer George D. Yancopoulos was a graduate student with his mentor Frederick W. Alt in 1985, they were the first to envision making such a genetically humanized mouse, and Regeneron has spent decades inventing and developing VelocImmune and related VelociSuite® technologies. Dr. Yancopoulos and his team have used VelocImmune technology to create approximately one in five of all original, FDA-approved or authorized fully human monoclonal antibodies. This includes REGEN-COV® (casirivimab and imdevimab), Dupixent, Libtayo® (cemiplimab-rwlc), Praluent® (alirocumab), Kevzara® (sarilumab), Evkeeza® (evinacumab-dgnb) and Inmazeb™ (atoltivimab, maftivimab and odesivimab-ebgn).
Dupilumab Development Program
Dupilumab is being jointly developed by Regeneron and Sanofi under a global collaboration agreement. To date, dupilumab has been studied across more than 60 clinical trials involving more than 10,000 patients with various chronic diseases driven in part by type 2 inflammation.
In addition to the currently approved indications, Regeneron and Sanofi are studying dupilumab in a broad range of diseases driven by type 2 inflammation or other allergic processes in Phase 3 trials, including prurigo nodularis, pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis, hand and foot atopic dermatitis, chronic inducible urticaria-cold, chronic spontaneous urticaria, chronic pruritis of unknown origin, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with evidence of type 2 inflammation, chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyposis, allergic fungal rhinosinusitis, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis and bullous pemphigoid. These potential uses of dupilumab are currently under clinical investigation, and the safety and efficacy in these conditions have not been fully evaluated by any regulatory authority.
U.S. Indications
DUPIXENT is a prescription medicine used:
- to treat adults and children 6 months of age and older with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) that is not well controlled with prescription therapies used on the skin (topical), or who cannot use topical therapies. DUPIXENT can be used with or without topical corticosteroids. It is not known if DUPIXENT is safe and effective in children with atopic dermatitis under 6 months of age.
- with other asthma medicines for the maintenance treatment of moderate-to-severe eosinophilic or oral steroid dependent asthma in adults and children 6 years of age and older whose asthma is not controlled with their current asthma medicines. DUPIXENT helps prevent severe asthma attacks (exacerbations) and can improve your breathing. DUPIXENT may also help reduce the amount of oral corticosteroids you need while preventing severe asthma attacks and improving your breathing. DUPIXENT is not used to treat sudden breathing problems. It is not known if DUPIXENT is safe and effective in children with asthma under 6 years of age.
- with other medicines for the maintenance treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) in adults whose disease is not controlled. It is not known if DUPIXENT is safe and effective in children with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis under 18 years of age.
- to treat adults and children 12 years of age and older, who weigh at least 88 pounds (40 kg), with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). It is not known if DUPIXENT is safe and effective in children with eosinophilic esophagitis under 12 years of age and who weigh at least 88 pounds (40 kg).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not use if you are allergic to dupilumab or to any of the ingredients in DUPIXENT®.
Before using DUPIXENT, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
- have eye problems.
- have a parasitic (helminth) infection.
- are scheduled to receive any vaccinations. You should not receive a "live vaccine" right before and during treatment with DUPIXENT.
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known whether DUPIXENT will harm your unborn baby.
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known whether DUPIXENT passes into your breast milk.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the- counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
Especially tell your healthcare provider if you are taking oral, topical, or inhaled corticosteroid medicines; have asthma and use an asthma medicine; or have atopic dermatitis CRSwNP, or EoE, and also have asthma. Do not change or stop your corticosteroid medicine or other asthma medicine without talking to your healthcare provider. This may cause other symptoms that were controlled by the corticosteroid medicine or other asthma medicine to come back.
DUPIXENT can cause serious side effects, including:
- Allergic reactions. DUPIXENT can cause allergic reactions that can sometimes be severe. Stop using DUPIXENT and tell your healthcare provider or get emergency help right away if you get any of the following signs or symptoms: breathing problems or wheezing, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, fainting, dizziness, feeling lightheaded, fast pulse, fever, hives, joint pain, general ill feeling, itching, skin rash, swollen lymph nodes, nausea or vomiting, or cramps in your stomach-area.
- Eye problems. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any new or worsening eye problems, including eye pain or changes in vision, such as blurred vision. Your healthcare provider may send you to an ophthalmologist for an exam if needed.
- Inflammation of your blood vessels. Rarely, this can happen in people with asthma who receive DUPIXENT. This may happen in people who also take a steroid medicine by mouth that is being stopped or the dose is being lowered. It is not known whether this is caused by DUPIXENT. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have: rash, chest pain, worsening shortness of breath, a feeling of pins and needles or numbness of your arms or legs, or persistent fever.
- Joint aches and pain. Some people who use DUPIXENT have had trouble walking or moving due to their joint symptoms, and in some cases needed to be hospitalized. Tell your healthcare provider about any new or worsening joint symptoms. Your healthcare provider may stop DUPIXENT if you develop joint symptoms.
The most common side effects include:
- Atopic dermatitis: injection site reactions, eye and eyelid inflammation, including redness, swelling, and itching, sometimes with blurred vision, cold sores in your mouth or on your lips, and high count of a certain white blood cell (eosinophilia).
- Asthma: injection site reactions, pain in the throat (oropharyngeal pain), high count of a certain white blood cell (eosinophilia), and parasitic (helminth) infections.
- Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis: injection site reactions, eye and eyelid inflammation, including redness, swelling, and itching, sometimes with blurred vision, high count of a certain white blood cell (eosinophilia), trouble sleeping (insomnia), toothache, gastritis, and joint pain (arthralgia).
- Eosinophilic esophagitis: injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infections, cold sores in your mouth or on your lips, and joint pain (arthralgia).
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of DUPIXENT. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Use DUPIXENT exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It's an injection given under the skin (subcutaneous injection). Your healthcare provider will decide if you or your caregiver can inject DUPIXENT. Do not try to prepare and inject DUPIXENT until you or your caregiver have been trained by your healthcare provider. In children 12 years of age and older, it's recommended DUPIXENT be administered by or under supervision of an adult. In children under 12 years of age, DUPIXENT should be given by a caregiver.
Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information including Patient Information.
About Regeneron
Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents, develops and commercializes life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for nearly 35 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, pain, hematologic conditions, infectious diseases and rare diseases.
Regeneron is accelerating and improving the traditional drug development process through our proprietary VelociSuite technologies, such as VelocImmune, which uses unique genetically humanized mice to produce optimized fully human antibodies and bispecific antibodies, and through ambitious research initiatives such as the Regeneron Genetics Center®, which is conducting one of the largest genetics sequencing efforts in the world.
For more information, please visit www.Regeneron.com or follow @Regeneron on Twitter.
About Sanofi
We are an innovative global healthcare company, driven by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. Our team, across some 100 countries, is dedicated to transforming the practice of medicine by working to turn the impossible into the possible. We provide potentially life-changing treatment options and life-saving vaccine protection to millions of people globally, while putting sustainability and social responsibility at the center of our ambitions.
Sanofi is listed on EURONEXT: SAN and NASDAQ: SNY.
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(or their respective affiliated companies, as applicable), to be cancelled or terminated; and risks associated with intellectual property of other parties and pending or future litigation relating thereto (including without limitation the patent litigation and other related proceedings relating to EYLEA® (aflibercept) Injection, Dupixent, Praluent® (alirocumab), and REGEN-COV® (casirivimab and imdevimab)), other litigation and other proceedings and government investigations relating to the Company and/or its operations, the ultimate outcome of any such proceedings and investigations, and the impact any of the foregoing may have on Regeneron's business, prospects, operating results, and financial condition. A more complete description of these and other material risks can be found in Regeneron's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and its Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022. 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BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s executive arm proposed new legislation Thursday that would force manufacturers to ensure that devices connected to the internet meet cybersecurity standards, making the 27-nation bloc less vulnerable to attacks.
The EU said a ransomware attack takes place every 11 seconds, and the global annual cost of cybercrime is estimated at 5.5 trillion euros in 2021. In Europe alone, cyberattacks cost between 180 and 290 billion euros each year, according to EU officials.
The European Commission said an increase of cyberattacks was witnessed during the coronavirus pandemic and that Russia’s war in Ukraine has raised concerns that European energy infrastructure could also be targeted amid a global energy crunch.
The law, proposed as the Cyber Resilience Act, aims to remove from the EU market all products with digital elements that are not adequately protected.
The EU’s executive commission said the law would not only reduce attacks but also benefit consumers since it will improve data and privacy protection
“When it comes to cybersecurity, Europe is only as strong as its weakest link, be it a vulnerable member state or an unsafe product along the supply chain,” said Thierry Breton, the EU commissioner for the internal market.
“Computers, phones, household appliances, virtual assistance devices, cars, toys… each and every one of these hundreds of millions of connected products is a potential entry point for a cyberattack.”
Breton said most hardware and software products are currently not subject to any cybersecurity obligations.
If adopted, the regulation would require manufacturers to take into account cybersecurity in the design and development of their devices. Companies would remain responsible for the security of products throughout their expected lifetime, or a minimum of five years.
Market authorities will have the power to withdraw or recall non-compliant devices and to fine companies that will not abide by the rules.
The Computer and Communications Industry Association (CCIA), which represents computer, communications and internet industry firms, welcomed the commission’s goal of improving cyber resilience but said the draft law would introduce unnecessary.
“These cybersecurity rules should strive to weed out bad products from the EU market, but the current … proposal would lead to innovative products piling up in waiting rooms before they can be used by Europeans,” CCIA Europe Public Policy Director Alexandre Roure said.
“Instead, the new rules should recognize globally accepted standards and facilitate cooperation with trusted trade partners to avoid duplicate requirements.”
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Families of mass shooting victims knock on lawmakers’ doors to call for an assault weapons ban
Families from shootings in Texas, Florida, Connecticut, and Colorado came together as they call on lawmakers to do more to reform gun laws.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Inside the halls of Congress, a group of people gather.
The group likely would have never met, if it were not for the gun violence that rocked their lives and killed their family members.
“I said before I don’t want to be sharing her story. I want her here to create her own story,” said Kimberly Rubio, who is here in the offices of Senators to advocate for 10-year-old Lexi Rubio who died in the Uvalde school shooting.
Beside her stands the families of other victims from Parkland, Florida, Aurora, Colorado, and Newtown, Connecticut.
“I want to see to see their reaction face-to-face and unfortunately yesterday, we saw one of the faces. It’s a telling story on what he thinks about it all,” said Felix Rubio as Kimberly Rubio chimed in “it’s Ted Cruz.”
Cruz is calling for the passage of a Secure Our Schools Act that would use leftover COVID funds to put more police officers and mental health counselors in schools.
But the Rubio’s don’t think it’s enough. They want to see an assault weapons ban passed.
“That’s not enough,” said Kimberly Rubio about Cruz’s call to action. “That did nothing for students and the two teachers of Uvalde and even at that why do you want our schools to look like prisons? You know that’s not how our children should be growing up. And, that’s a reactive approach and we’re looking at a proactive stance which is the federal ban of assault weapons.”
Also joining the families of mass shooting victims is Connecticut mother Kristin Song, whose name has become well known on Capitol Hill. For years she has been advocating for a national safe storage law after her son Ethan was killed in an accidental shooting with an unsecured gun in 2018. Ethan’s Law has passed the House but remains stalled in the Senate.
“We are lobbying the senators to try to get onboard with Ethan’s Law. Also, we are discussing the assault weapons freeze,” said Song, who later added, “76% of all school shooters get their guns from home or a relatives home and those guns are unsecured.”
It’s a message that puts her mission, side-by-side with families like Felix and Kimberly Rubio.
President Joe Biden said he supports an assault weapons ban. Meanwhile Congress passed bipartisan gun reform earlier this year which expanded things like background checks.
Song said that action has helped lawmakers become more interested in considering proposals like hers for safe storage reform.
“They’re much more interested. From the time I started lobbying four years ago to the time now, there’s a lot more interest,” said Song.
The group also visited lawmaker such as Senators Tammy Duckworth and Joe Manchin.
The families hope to see more gun reform legislation move forward next year.
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Woman accused of calling in hoax bomb threat to Boston Children’s Hospital
A woman has been arrested after she allegedly called Boston Children’s Hospital and said a bomb was on the way. The threat was later determined to be a hoax.
Catherine Leavy, of Westfield, Massachusetts, was taken into custody without incident at her home on Thursday morning, officials said during a press conference. The 37-year-old was charged with one federal count of making a false telephonic bomb threat.
On Aug. 30, a hospital employee received a call from someone who said: “There is a bomb on the way to the hospital. You better evacuate everyone, you sicko,” according to U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Rachael Rollins.
The call was allegedly in relation to the hospital’s gender multispecialty service, which the hospital describes as safe health care it offers its gender diverse and transgender patients and their families, Rollins said.
Children’s Hospital was subsequently placed on lockdown. Several agencies responded and determined there was no bomb.
“Bomb hoaxes cause fear, panic and a diversion of resources that have a real impact on our communities,” Rollins said Thursday. “The people that work at Children’s Hospital and the parents who bring their loved ones to Children’s Hospital are under enough stress.”
Leavy was determined to be the suspect after authorities received the caller’s phone number and traced it to her.
“Today’s arrest should serve as a strong warning to others that making threats of violence is not a prank — it’s a federal crime, and can carry up to five years in a federal prison,” said Joseph R. Bonavolonta, head of the FBI Boston office, during the press conference.
Authorities did not disclose a motive. Children’s Hospital has received more than a dozen threats, many related to the care it provides its gender diverse and transgender patients, Rollins said. She said Children’s Hospital and other hospitals that offer those kinds of services deserve to do so “without fear.”
Rollins said her office will continue to investigate such hate crimes.
“It seems that this is happening all too often — that hoaxes are used to promote personal, hateful beliefs and ideologies,” Rollins said. “We will not standby and allow this continue.”
Rollins said more charges are possible.
Earlier this summer, FBI Director Christopher Wray said that Iranian-backed hackers launched an unsuccessful cyberattack against Boston Children’s Hospital in 2021. He called it “one of the most despicable cyberattacks I’ve seen” during a speech at Boston College.
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When you will see the peak of the 2022 fall foliage season
As the country moves deeper into fall, temperatures won't be the only thing changing across the northern tier of the country. The transition also marks the start of the changing of the leaves, which makes for some spectacular photos.
The annual fall foliage is highly contingent on your location and, in some areas, can start as early as late September and peak in either October or November.
While the colors depend on the chlorophyll in the leaves, weather conditions during the summer and early fall can play a big role in how extravagant the sights are. The lack of chlorophyll can help reveal the sought-after yellow, orange and red colors, which usually are bountiful during rainier periods.
Large deviations from normal precipitation either on the dry side or the wet side can greatly impact the foliage season.
"The drought is a big factor this year. Where the drought is worse, the peak is going to be really quick, really fast, and the leaves are going to come down," Yankee Magazine fall foliage expert Jim Salge told FOX Weather. "There are areas up along the Canadian border, all across the northern tier of the country, from Minnesota to Michigan to the Adirondacks, where the drought is a lot less severe. And we expect the colors to be bright and early, especially if we get some cold snaps coming down in September."
Experts say during a drier season, leaves tend to turn colors earlier and will end the process quicker than in years with more precipitation.
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October is prime for peak viewing
Most of the country will be in peak foliage season during October. In the lower 48, communities along the Canadian border will be the first to reach this status.
The peak foliage dates vary each year but usually fall within a couple of weeks of past episodes.
Mid-November is considered to be one of the latest dates to see significant changing of leaves. Areas outside of the colored zones do not usually have a significant amount of trees that lead to brilliant colors.
Don't give up on the fall foliage season just yet…
More than two-thirds of the country is experiencing drought conditions, which could lead many to believe that the fall foliage won't be as impressive as in previous years, but Salge warns it may be too early to decide the season's fate.
"The best thing for fall foliage is timely rainfall, cool nights, warm, sunny days. Those are the types of things that really kick-start the foliage," Salge said.
But as FOX Weather multimedia reporter Katie Byrne reports, some leaves on trees in the Philadelphia area and other parts of the Northeast are already turning shades of brown, red and yellow.
She said people in the Philadelphia area started noticing leaves changing colors back in July.
Byrne traveled to the Morris Arboretum, where some trees are more than a hundred years old, to learn more about how drought could affect when leaves begin to change their colors.
Experts say it's the older trees and younger trees that are most affected by the conditions.
"Trees are reacting to this drought by protecting themselves," said Jason Lubar, associate director for urban forestry at the Morris Arboretum. "They do that by letting go of their leaves when it's very hot and very dry. The leaves actually stop working."
Lubar said when temperatures reach into the mid to upper 90s, leaves begin to shut down.
"And if they shut down for long periods, the trees realize that it's under stress," he said. "So, it sends out hormones that cause the trees to drop."
NOAA's precipitation outlook for meteorological fall (September through November).
Make sure your trees get plenty of water
Peter Fixler, the chief arborist at the Morris Arboretum, suggests that during times of drought, it may be better to water your trees, not your lawn.
"Maybe save watering the lawn to save watering your trees," he said. "Lawns go into dormancy. Trees will not. They'll just kind of desiccate. They may go on a downward spiral if you don't keep on them enough. That could be a lot more expensive than replacing a lawn."
The changing of the leaves means big money for towns and communities that are fortunate to see the bright colors, an expert with Appalachian State University estimated the annual event results in around a $30 billion economic impact in the classic sightseeing areas.
FALL PREDICTED TO BE WARMER, DRIER THAN AVERAGE ACROSS MAJORITY OF US
While it may be too soon to tell when the leaves will peak this year, a recently released climate outlook may not be the dream that fall enthusiasts hoped to hear for seeing the brightest colors.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center believes much of the country could see a drier and warmer start to fall than normal.
Due to these expected conditions, experts say it is unlikely that the entire country will see classic fall foliage season, meaning sightseers will have to take into account the year's weather conditions to find the best viewing opportunities.
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Which LCD TV is best?
If you’re old enough to remember what it was like to own a cathode-ray tube TV, you likely have a deep appreciation for liquid crystal displays. LCDs are the standard for modern TVs, and unlike CRT TVs, they look fantastic and don’t take up too much room.
It can be challenging to decide which LCD TV is right for you. However, the Sony X90J 75-Inch Bravia XR Full Array LED 4K Ultra HD Smart Google TV is a top choice as it delivers stunning visuals, outstanding clarity and many streaming options.
What to know before you buy an LCD TV
Liquid crystal display vs. light-emitting diode
If terms such as LCD and LED have thrown you off while shopping for a new TV, you’re not alone. These terms can be confusing for many, but LED is essentially a type of LCD.
LCD TVs used to use a panel of cold cathode fluorescent lamps for backlighting, but this technology cause overheating and makes TVs thicker. LED TVs use an array of tiny light-emitting bulbs that run brighter and longer, and because they’re smaller, it allows for thinner TVs.
Size
A big-screen TV is ideal if you want to set up a home theater or entertainment hub. However, ensuring you have ample space to set up or mount any TV over 55 inches wide is crucial. If you want a TV for a bedroom or family room, anything between 40 and 55 inches is usually appropriate. However, anything under 37 inches is suitable for smaller spaces and kitchens.
Resolution
A TV’s resolution indicates how clear and lifelike images appear. TVs with a lower resolution are cheaper, but the picture quality isn’t as good as one with a high-definition resolution. The more pixel lines a screen can display horizontally, the higher its resolution.
- Standard definition displays 480 horizontal pixel lines.
- Standard high-definition displays 720 horizontal pixel lines and looks noticeably superior to a standard definition display.
- Full high-definition displays 1080 pixels and is considered the standard resolution of modern TVs.
- Quad high-definition displays 1,440 pixels and offers impressive clarity and visuals.
- Ultra high-definition or 4K displays offer twice as much clarity as Full HD displays and deliver stunning lifelike images and fantastic picture quality.
What to look for in a quality LCD TV
High-dynamic range
HDR is an excellent feature most TVs have that significantly enhances picture quality by making bright spots brighter and dark areas darker. This creates improved contrast and a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Connectivity
All TVs come with high-definition multimedia interface inputs, which are standard connectivity ports for hooking up cable boxes, video games consoles and other devices. However, you should also ensure a TV has a couple of USB ports. You can use a USB port to hook up your laptop or an external hard drive and charge video game console peripherals and accessories.
Organic light-emitting diode TVs
OLED TVs aren’t yet as common as standard LED or even quantum light-emitting diode TVs, but they offer the best picture quality. OLED pixels produce light on their own, allowing them to be turned on or off individually, reproducing deep blacks and more accurate colors.
How much you can expect to spend on an LCD TV
It depends on the size and resolution, but a TV under 40 inches costs less than $500. For a midsize TV between 40 and 55 inches, you can expect to spend $500-$1,000. If you’re looking for a home theater display, the best TVs can cost up to $2,000.
LCD TV FAQ
Are LCD TVs energy efficient?
A. Yes. However, an LED TV is more energy efficient and can help you save 30%-70% more power than any other screen type.
Should I get an 8K LCD TV?
A. 8K LCD TVs are expensive and can produce spectacular picture quality. However, the lack of 8K content makes them a poor investment for the time being.
What’s the best LCD TV to buy?
Top LCD TV
Sony X90J 75-inch Bravia XR Full Array LED 4K Ultra HD Smart Google TV
What you need to know: This TV is perfect for those who want a centerpiece to a home theater setup and don’t mind splurging on a big screen.
What you’ll love: It has a sophisticated processor to deliver true blacks, high brightness and deep contrast. The XR Triluminous Pro technology reproduces billions of vivid colors and natural-looking picture quality. The Google TV interface is fluid and user-friendly, and users can access the Sony-exclusive Bravia Core streaming service.
What you should consider: It’s unsuitable for bright environments as many users complain about glare issues. Also, some reported corners and edges looking darker than the rest of the screen.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top LCD TV for the money
Hisense ULED Premium 55U8G QLED Series 55-inch Android 4K Smart TV
What you need to know: This TV has a dazzling display. You’d be hard-pressed to find another value pick with as many features.
What you’ll love: It offers a broad range of colors and excellent contrast, and Ultra Move removes digital noise during fast-moving scenes. It has a 120-hertz refresh rate, making it suitable for gaming, and Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos sound technology combine for an immersive viewing experience.
What you should consider: The frame is thicker than other 4K TVs. Also, when the microphone is disabled, three LED lights stay lit, which some customers find distracting.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
LG NanoCell 90 Series 65-Inch 4K Smart UHD TV
What you need to know: This TV displays over 8.3 million active pixels and lifelike visuals. It’s perfect for a home entertainment hub.
What you’ll love: The TV delivers precise and vibrant colors at wide angles using Nano Color and Nano Accuracy. The A7 Gen 3 processor facilitates AI image and 4K upscaling for standard HD content, and the WebOS platform is user-friendly. Also, the Magic remote has voice and motion controls.
What you should consider: The viewing angles are mediocre, and there’s a noticeable motion blur from time to time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Back-to-school season can get pretty pricey. In the 2022 school year, families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $864 on school supplies, up $167 from 2019, according to a National Retail Federation report.
But there are many classroom supplies beyond the basics that are not covered by parents or provided by the school. The burden of purchasing those items often falls on teachers, according to several posts on social media. Many of the posts claim that 94% of teachers have had to dip into their own pockets to buy school supplies.
THE QUESTION
Do 94% of teachers report paying for school supplies out of pocket?
THE SOURCES
THE ANSWER
Yes, at least 94% of teachers report paying for school supplies out of pocket.
WHAT WE FOUND
A 2015 Department of Education study that was revised in 2021 found that 94% of public school teachers use their own money to purchase school supplies. More recent studies show that the actual number may be higher.
AdoptAClassroom.org, a crowdsourcing classroom-funding website, found in a 2018 survey of 4,400 teachers that 96% of teachers purchase basic school supplies for their classrooms and for students whose families are unable to afford them. A survey of teachers registered on DonorsChoose, another crowdsourcing classroom-funding site, showed that on average, teachers spend $750 per year on those supplies, a spokesperson told VERIFY.
Dominique Foster is a pre-kindergarten teacher at Friendship Blow-Pearce Elementary School in Washington D.C. and 2022 D.C. Teacher of the Year recipient. Foster sat down with VERIFY to talk about her experience paying for classroom supplies.
“I've never known a teacher who didn't spend money,” Foster said. “It absolutely is the norm. And sometimes, it is the expectation.”
Foster’s classroom includes stations for sensory play, science and discovery, creativity and imagination, and cooking.
Throughout her 20 years of teaching, Foster says she has spent tens of thousands of dollars of her own money making sure her students have the supplies they need to succeed. She prefers to call it an “investment” — one that she says is all too common in her profession.
“I used to somewhat be embarrassed by how much money I would spend for my classroom, because I've just always just been so passionate about creating a wonderful space and making the classroom really that third teacher,” Foster said.
Spokespeople for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina, Houston Independent School District in Texas, and the Washington state Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) told VERIFY that their school districts and state education departments fund basic supplies within the limitations of their budgets, which are often dictated by enrollment.
"The district gives teachers the necessary equipment/supplies for their classrooms. However, some teachers supplement supplies to enhance their lessons. They acquire these through personal purchases and donations,” Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools spokesperson said.
Houston Independent School District, which is the largest public school district in Texas, told VERIFY “if teachers want or need other supplies that [the school's] budget does not support they often use options like Amazon's Wish List."
Foster says many teachers feel enormous pressure to teach at high levels while being underpaid and under-resourced. And that pressure usually pushes teachers to go out and find it or buy it themselves, she said.
In addition to the money Foster has spent out of pocket, she told VERIFY she has also received thousands in donations from both AdoptAClassroom.org and DonorsChoose. Investments that she hopes will leave a lasting impression on her students.
“If they take pride in their space, in their school, in their creations, in their work; if they see how much their families and their parents love where they go to school, love how they learn, I think that makes an impact and changes the trajectory of the rest of their lives,” Foster said.
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Last residents of derelict Livingston estate to leave
By Joanne Macaulay
BBC Scotland news
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Eighteen years after their houses were condemned, the last residents of an almost deserted housing estate are finally moving out.
Properties in Deans South, Livingston, were earmarked for demolition in 2004.
Since then, Kerry Macintosh has refused to leave her home, arguing the council did not offer an equivalent property.
But she and a few other remaining residents have struck a deal with a developer, and on Friday she will leave her empty street.
The Deans South homes were condemned because of a fault in the concrete used to build them.
But while council tenants were rehoused, those who owned their homes – like Ms Macintosh – were offered money.
Some of them accepted, but Ms Macintosh said the amount offered would not buy an equivalent house, so she refused.
"I dug my heels in and said no, we're no going to leave," the mother explained. "We'll decide to fight it.
"So I had the choice – either take the deal or take the risk. I took the risk, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
"It's been stressful, but as a mum you just have to keep going.
"Every day I've got up to work, look after my kids, and fought for my house."
Ms Macintosh was determined to stay until she got a better deal – but did not expect to still be in Deans South 18 years later.
It wasn't easy to watch neighbours leaving, and Ms Macintosh said being surrounded by derelict houses took its toll on her home.
"Water seeps through into my walls and it causes water beads on the walls. It goes on to my furniture as well," she said.
"You can actually feel the water moisture and smell the damp in my property and it's actually affected a lot of my personal belongings."
The empty street has also brought security concerns.
"It felt very daunting at first and at nights I couldn't sleep because there were a lot of break-ins, fires, weirdos walking around checking the area," Ms Macintosh said.
"So really I had to be on my guard, I had to be my own security guard around my property."
Over the years West Lothian Council said it was bound by rules and could only offer what the government valuer said the properties were worth, with no option to offer above market value.
It said the regeneration of Deans South to create a positive future had always been its main priority.
A developer has bought the land, giving Ms Macintosh and other remaining homeowners new houses on the site in return for their old ones.
'I'm never moving again'
After staying put for 18 years to get a replacement house, Ms Macintosh is delighted.
"I'm really excited that I'm moving my family into a property that's not damaged and it's warm.
"It is a bit sad because there are a lot of memories here. My kids were born here this is all they've known, but I'm moving and I'm getting really excited about it.
Much of Deans South is already being redeveloped and with Ms Macintosh moving out to temporary accommodation, building work can start on that part of the estate as well.
She said: "When I come back on the land it'll be my brand new house.
"It'll be so exciting because that will be our house, we'll be part of the community and I'm never moving again."
- 6 September 2019
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Las Cruces-Mayfield rivalry through the years
Las Cruces and Mayfield will meet for the 57th time Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Field of Dreams. Here's a look at the series through the years.
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Series scores
Mayfield leads the all-time series 29-28-1.
1967: Las Cruces 13, Mayfield 6
1968: Las Cruces 14, Mayfield 7
1969: Las Cruces 21, Mayfield 21 (tie)
1970: Mayfield 21, Las Cruces 0
1971: Mayfield 49, Las Cruces 0
1972: Mayfield 27, Las Cruces 18
1973: Mayfield 41, Las Cruces 6
1974: Mayfield 14, Las Cruces 2
1975: Las Cruces 21, Mayfield 13
1976: Mayfield 34, Las Cruces 12
1977: Mayfield 32, Las Cruces 0
1978: Las Cruces 15, Mayfield 14
1979: Mayfield 28, Las Cruces 6
1980: Mayfield 49, Las Cruces 19
1981: Mayfield 16, Las Cruces 0
1982: Las Cruces 24, Mayfield 13
1983: Mayfield 40, Las Cruces 13
1984: Mayfield 14, Las Cruces 0
1985: Las Cruces 37, Mayfield 26
1986: Las Cruces 21, Mayfield 6
1987: Mayfield 27, Las Cruces 14
1988: Las Cruces 27, Mayfield 14
1989: Mayfield 18, Las Cruces 0
1990: Mayfield 21, Las Cruces 0
1991: Mayfield 14, Las Cruces 13 (OT)
1992: Las Cruces 34, Mayfield 0
1993: Las Cruces 39, Mayfield 14
1994: Mayfield 26, Las Cruces 8
1995: Mayfield 56, Las Cruces 22
1996: Mayfield 42, Las Cruces 0
1997: Las Cruces 25, Mayfield 14
1998: Las Cruces 25, Mayfield 13
1999: Las Cruces 29, Mayfield 15
2000: Las Cruces 30, Mayfield 7
2001: Mayfield 21, Las Cruces 9
2002: Mayfield 42, Las Cruces 28
2002: Las Cruces 17, Mayfield 14 (Class 5A state championship)
2003: Mayfield 30, Las Cruces 6
2004: Las Cruces 31, Mayfield 10
2005: Mayfield 40, Las Cruces 21
2006: Mayfield 40, Las Cruces 7
2007: Mayfield 14, Las Cruces 7
2008: Las Cruces 22, Mayfield 21
2008: Las Cruces 35, Mayfield 7 (Class 5A state semifinal playoff)
2009: Las Cruces 32, Mayfield 31
2010: Las Cruces 14, Mayfield 9
2011: Mayfield 24, Las Cruces 21
2012: Las Cruces 36, Mayfield 13
2013: Mayfield 28, Las Cruces 20
2013: Las Cruces 27, Mayfield 26 (Class 5A state championship)
2014: Mayfield 28, Las Cruces 27
2015: Mayfield 56, Las Cruces 27
2016: Las Cruces 21, Mayfield 14
2017: Las Cruces 49, Mayfield 13
2018: Las Cruces 13, Mayfield 3
2019: Las Cruces 21, Mayfield 18
2020: Las Cruces 23, Mayfield 6
2021: Las Cruces 35, Mayfield 14
Series notes
- The two schools have scored a combined 2,331 points in their 56 meetings for an average of 41.625 combined points per game.
- Las Cruces has won six straight games against Mayfield and 13 of the last 20 meetings.
- 2022 is the second straight season neither team enters the game with a winning percentage above .500.
- Since 2010, the average margin of victory has been 12.61 points.
- Las Cruces has won 15 meetings since 2000.
- Mayfield holds the only overtime victory in series history (1991), which Las Cruces head coach Mark Lopez played in as a player.
- The only tie in series history came in 1969.
- The winner of the regular-season matchup has gone on to win the state championship 11 times.
- Before the 2013 state championship, the two schools had split their last 20 contests.
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Two more Sun Belt teams get their shots at ranked teams Saturday, a week after two top-10 teams lost to Group of Five programs on the same day for the first time in the College Football Playoff era. Both winners came from that same fun conference.
There is probably no reason, however, to put No. 2 Alabama and 17th-ranked Baylor on upset alert. Even after those Sun Belt shockers in Week 2.
Alabama (2-0) slipped out of the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 after escaping Texas with a 20-19 victory, but is listed as a nearly seven-touchdown favorite for its home game against Louisiana-Monroe (1-1).
Louisiana-Monroe’s 21-14 win at Tuscaloosa in 2007 was part of a four-game Tide losing streak late in coach Nick Saban’s first season there. The team is coached by Terry Bowden, who was Auburn’s coach from 1993 until midway through the 1998 season.
Texas State (1-1) is a more than a four-touchdown underdog going to Baylor (1-1). Since becoming an FBS team in 2012, the Bobcats are 0-9 against Top 25 teams and lost those games by average margin of nearly 34 points.
SEC teams Kentucky and Arkansas each play FCS opponents after big jumps to round out the latest top 10. The ninth-ranked Wildcats, who rose 11 spots in the Top 25, play Youngstown State. The No. 10 Razorbacks jumped six spots before hosting Missouri State and former coach Bobby Petrino, who will be coaching his first game in Fayetteville since getting fired 10 years ago.
The What to Watch rundown for this week of college football, presented by Regions Bank:
BEST GAME
No. 12 BYU at No. 25 Oregon
After playing without two starting receivers in its overtime win over Baylor, BYU will try to get consecutive wins over ranked teams for a second straight season.
In their final season as a football independent before going to the Big 12, the Cougars could put themselves in a strong position with a win, especially with potential showcase games in October against Notre Dame and Arkansas.
The Ducks have the opportunity to really bounce back before Pac-12 play. While they scored 70 points last week, that was in a win over Eastern Washington. Oregon opened with a 49-3 loss to now-No. 1 Georgia.
HEISMAN WATCH
As a true freshman at Oklahoma midway through last season, Caleb Williams unseated preseason first-team AP All-America quarterback Spencer Rattler, who had also been considered one of the early leading Heisman candidates.
This past offseason, Williams followed coach Lincoln Riley to Southern California, where he is second in the Pac-12 with 331 total yards a game. He has completed 39 of 49 passes (79.6%) for 590 yards with six touchdowns and no interceptions, and run for 72 yards.
NUMBERS TO KNOW
15 — Defending Sun Belt champion Louisiana-Lafayette’s winning streak, the nation’s best.
80 — Consecutive AP poll appearances for Notre Dame since Sept. 17, 2017, before the Fighting Irish fell all the way out of the rankings from ninth this week after its 0-2 start. Marcus Freeman is the first Irish coach to open his career 0-3, counting last season’s Fiesta Bowl.
1,349 — Games the Texas Longhorns will have played in their history come Saturday. That is 10 times more than UTSA, its opponent, which will play its 135th.
UNDER THE RADAR
UTSA at No. 17 Texas
After its near-upset of future SEC foe Alabama, the Longhorns play their third consecutive home game to start the season in a first-time meeting against UTSA, a school in the same university system and less than 90 miles away.
The Roadrunners, in only their 12th season of football, got in the Top 25 for the first time last year. They have gone to overtime in both games this season (a loss to Houston and a win over Army). Sixth-year senior UTSA quarterback Frank Harris is the national leader with 394.5 total yards per game.
HOT SEAT
Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher isn’t anywhere near losing his job, not when he is making $9 million a season and signed through 2031. But there is certainly some concern among Aggies faithful about this season, Fisher’s fifth, potentially going off the rails.
After being stunned at home last week by Appalachian State, Texas A&M hosts 13th-ranked Miami in its final home game until the last Saturday in October. After that, the offensively challenged Aggies play No. 10 Arkansas in suburban Dallas then have trips to Mississippi State and No. 2 Alabama.
Could the Aggies go into their open date at the end of that stretch, at the midpoint of their season, with a 1-5 record?
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Texas board denies posthumous pardon for George Floyd
HOUSTON (AP) — A Texas board has declined a request that George Floyd be granted a posthumous pardon for a 2004 drug arrest made by a now-indicted ex-Houston police officer whose case history is under scrutiny following a deadly drug raid.
In a letter sent Thursday to Floyd’s attorney in Houston, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles said another request could be resubmitted in two years.
The board did not say why it denied the request.
The board in October 2021 had initially decided to unanimously grant the request but later backpedaled, saying it had identified “procedural errors” in how pardons were issued that year.
Floyd lived in Houston for much of his life before his killing in 2020 in the custody of a white Minneapolis police officer.
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PHOENIX, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity Capital" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth stage companies, today announced that on September 15, 2022, its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.60 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022, consisting of a regular quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share and a supplemental cash dividend of $0.15 per share. This dividend represents an increase of 5.3% over the dividend declared in the prior quarter.
The Company's Board of Directors previously expressed the intent to declare a supplemental cash dividend of $0.15 per share in the fourth quarter of 2022 for a total of supplemental cash dividends equal to $0.60 per share in 2022, subject to Board of Director approval.
This supplemental dividend will be paid out of Trinity Capital's undistributed taxable income (taxable income in excess of dividends paid) as of December 31, 2021.
The following are key dates for the regular and new supplemental dividend for the quarter ending June 30, 2022:
Summary of Second Quarter 2022 Regular and Supplemental Dividend:
The Company's objective is to distribute four quarterly dividends in an amount that approximates 90% to 100% of its taxable quarterly income or potential annual income for a particular year in order to qualify for tax treatment as a regulated investment company under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. In addition, during any particular year, the Company may pay additional supplemental dividends, so that the Company distributes approximately all its annual taxable income in the year it was earned, or it may spill over the excess taxable income into the coming year for future dividend payments.
Dividends are paid from taxable earnings and may include a return of capital and/or capital gains. The specific tax characteristics of the dividends will be reported to stockholders on Form 1099-DIV after the end of the calendar year and in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Trinity Capital Inc.
Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN and TRINL), an internally managed business development company, is a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies with institutional equity investors. Trinity Capital's investment objective is to generate current income and, to a lesser extent, capital appreciation through investments, including term loans and equipment financings and equity-related investments. Trinity Capital believes it is one of only a select group of specialty lenders that has the depth of knowledge, experience and track record in lending to growth stage companies. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.trinitycap.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on the economy, financial markets, our business, our portfolio companies and our industry. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. More information on risks and other potential factors that could affect the Company's financial results, including important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from plans, estimates or expectations included herein or on the webcast/conference call, is included in the Company's filings with the SEC, including in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of the Company's most recently filed annual report on Form 10-K and subsequent SEC filings.
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PHOENIX (AP) — The Republican candidates for Arizona governor and secretary of state on Wednesday appealed a federal judge’s ruling that threw out a lawsuit they filed seeking to require the hand-counting of ballots in November’s election.
Lawyers representing governor candidate Kari Lake and secretary of state hopeful Mark Finchem filed a notice saying they would ask the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to revive their lawsuit.
The pair sued in April, repeating unfounded allegations that vote-counting machines are not secure. Named in the lawsuit is Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, the state’s top election official and the Democratic candidate for governor, and the majority Republican Maricopa County board of supervisors
U.S. District Judge John Tuchi dismissed their lawsuit late last month, saying they lacked the right to to sue because they failed to show any realistic likelihood of harm. He also noted that their lawsuit must be brought in state, not federal, court and that it is too close to the election to upend the process.
“The 2022 Midterm Elections are set to take place on November 8,” Tuchi wrote in is ruling. “In the meantime, Plaintiffs request a complete overhaul of Arizona’s election procedures.”
Lake and Finchem won their GOP primaries after aggressively promoting the narrative that the 2020 election was marred by fraud or widespread irregularities.
Their lawsuit relied in part on testimony from Donald Trump supporters who led a discredited review of the election in Maricopa County, including Doug Logan, the CEO of Cyber Ninjas, who oversaw the effort described by supporters as a “forensic audit.”
Finchem did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Lake’s campaign attorney, Timothy La Sota, said the appeal was needed.
“We are appealing because it is absolutely critical that we have a vote counting process that gives the public complete confidence in the process,” La Sota said in a statement.
Federal and state election officials and Trump’s own attorney general have said there is no credible evidence the 2020 election was tainted. Trump’s allegations of fraud were also roundly rejected by courts, including by judges he appointed. A hand recount led by Cyber Ninjas in Maricopa County found no proof of a stolen election and concluded President Joe Biden’s margin of victory was larger than the official count.
Election administrators testified that hand counting dozens of races on millions of Arizona ballots would require an extraordinary amount of time, space and manpower, and would be less accurate. They said extensive reviews have confirmed that vote-counting machines in Maricopa County are accurate, not connected to the internet and haven’t been hacked.
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AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steve McCraw has been the face of the department, working to provide answers to the Uvalde community in the wake of the Robb Elementary school shooting on May 24, which resulted in the deaths of 19 students and two teachers.
As the shooter barricaded himself inside a classroom with the victims, we know officials waited in the hallway for more than an hour before gaining access to the room to neutralize the threat.
McCraw joined Austin American-Statesman and KVUE Senior Reporter Tony Plohetski on Thursday to discuss topics such as law enforcement response, policy changes and potential disciplinary actions as Uvalde families work to heal from the tragedy.
Watch the full interview here:
Below is an edited transcription of Plohetski and McGraw's discussion:
Tony Plohetski: Obviously, a lot has happened over the past four months. But I want to start by just asking you, when we talk to the people of Uvalde, they are still so deeply hurting not only from what happened, but also from the law enforcement response. So I want to give you the opportunity to speak directly to that community, to those families of those 19 children and two teachers. What words are you able to offer them today?
DPS Director McCraw: I will have no words that adequately express the concern that we have, or there's nothing we can say to the parents, I'll be honest with you. I mean, they've lost their loved ones, and those are innocent children. They'll never be here again. Their lives will never be here again. And there's no words adequate enough that I can tell them. I can say this, is that we've got an obligation to be, candidly, brutal with the facts and so that they have that information in terms of exactly what happened. And that's part of the criminal investigation that's ongoing right now. And we also have to hold ourselves accountable for any missteps or any mistakes or anything that's criminal culpability, and we'll do so.
Tony Plohetski: Is there an apology to be made on behalf of law enforcement?
DPS Director McCraw: I'd be glad to apologize to the families on behalf of law enforcement because, as I've testified before, it was an abject failure. It violated all the principles that we've learned so much over the years. And, you know, since post-Columbine in 1999, it's always been with great urgency, you must locate, isolate and neutralize. And that's an important part, not just locate and contain, but locate, isolate and neutralize, because it's not just in terms of stopping the killing. You've got to stop the killing. You also have to stop the dying. And the only way to do that is neutralize the subject, plain and simple, especially if there's children where the subject is located at and there's teachers that have been shot or could have been shot or could be shot.
Tony Plohetski: You recently said that you would resign if your agency was deemed to have had some level of culpability. Correct? Do you believe that your agency, as we sit here today, will have some level of culpability?
DPS Director McCraw: We have some level of culpability. I've got no doubt. To the extent that the Department of Public Safety is responsible for the failed response, there are some things I just can't admit to, simply because it's not true. And I'm not in a position right now to try to defend what DPS did or not. It really doesn't matter what I say. In the end, what's going to matter is the evidence. And the only good news from an evidentiary standpoint throughout this thing has been video and audio evidence. It can't be disputed. It's there. It's not going anywhere. And the sooner we get all of it out to the families, to the public, to the media, the better off the department is better. But the state as well, and certainly the families.
Tony Plohetski: I appreciate that there is an ongoing investigation. You all are still learning things. But to what end do you think your agency specifically has some level of control?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, we're part of the law enforcement community. I can go back in terms of why this wasn't prevented in the first place. There was information out there on the subject, and people knew this. This wasn't the first time that he was discussed in terms of a school shooter. There was chat rooms he was involved in. And we was talking on FaceTime the day of the tragedy. He was talking and admitting what he was going to do, predicting what he was going to do. Yet none of that was captured by law enforcement. The way that we can be proactive and prevent another, you know, active shooter is not like we did back in the Uvalde several years ago. We had two kids that were planning to attack Uvalde High School. To the extent that that's what it looks like is the absence of crime and poor planning on the front end. So that's a failure to begin with from a law enforcement standpoint. Secondly, in any catastrophic event, there's always going to be lack of information. But there was also misinformation in this case. And that's important because, you know, when you arrive on a particular scene, whether you're the police officer or deputy constable, whether you're a special agent with ATF, with DEA, with HSI, with Border Patrol, it doesn't matter. When you arrive on scene and you see people acting like it's a barricaded subject, talking like it's a barricaded subject and it's treated like a barricaded subject, if you don't have the information, if there's children in the classroom, there's a teachers in a classroom that have been shot with subjects still in there and no one is treating those individuals, then you have misinformation. And, unfortunately, misinformation is costly, and you don't have time for that.
Tony Plohetski: So you're saying that on that day, you believe some of the officers on the ground and the troopers on the ground, some of the deputies, some of the agents, may not have had the proper information that they lacked?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I know that they lacked the proper information. It's one thing to have a lack of information. That's always the case in situations like this, and there's always a crushing demand. And I'm responsible, part of that demand for information as quick as possible, because you're holding your breath every time you hear "active shooter school." God, this is an elementary school. You just hold your breath and hope it's a hoax. Just one more hoax that has happened, or it was isolated and no children were hurt. But that's not the case in this situation.
Tony Plohetski: Isn't there also a duty, though, to go find out what the truth is, if you're on the ground?
DPS Director McCraw: Absolutely. Absolutely. There is. And that's why it's so important. And that's why our profession, integrity is so important. And you've got to be able to call it like it is. And if there's any culpability, we're looking at our officers not just in terms of when they arrived and what they did but also what they didn't do. But is it possible that if they were in the hallway sooner, could they have gotten information that would allow us or at least allowed the countermand in terms of direction of the times? It was a barricaded subject. It was not a barricaded subject.
Tony Plohetski: Could they have or should they have?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I wish they would have had, I'll put it that way. Whether they could have is a different topic because we're conducting an ongoing investigation internally. Well, the inspector general. I'm going to wait for his conclusions before I make a final determination of whether they should have or could have.
Tony Plohetski: But you do believe that is going to be part of the issue at play here?
DPS Director McCraw: Absolutely.
Tony Plohetski: Your employees, your boots on the ground, they may have suffered from a lack of information?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I know they did. I know that most of our, you know, officers at that time did arrive, because you've always, we have a very small footprint involved in that. We had six officers on duty in the county overall. When that attack and the report of the attack, the 911 call came in, most of our officers responded were either in Val Verde County or in Maverick County on the border. So, it took, you know, they drove 120 miles an hour to get there. OK. When they get there, they're being reported. And the information they're getting is plain and simple. It's a barricaded subject. The chief is negotiating with them right now. And it was even reports that the individual's in an office. So this is the information that's being, not just in terms of DPS officers, but this is the information being provided. The Uvalde PD officers, the deputy sheriffs from the Uvalde Police Department, constables, Border Patrol, told the same information as they go in and out of the building. So everyone is under the impression and no one has any idea that this is an active-shooter situation.
Tony Plohetski: Those seven who have been referred to the. Yes, sir. Yes, sir. On what types of possible policy violations they are being looked at?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, it may not be policy violations. In the end, it may just be have an expectations of higher standards. OK. It's not so much what they didn't do. It's what they could have done is what we're looking at, frankly. And, you know, just when you get there, what do you do when you get there? So the things that we're looking at is when did you arrive? What were you told and what did you do? Plain and simple. And, you know, the command staff, and we certainly, I want them involved in as well, evaluating people. You know, it's important. When did they get there? What were they told and what did they do when they got there? So captains and everyone is involved in that. Particular things comes to a valuation. No one gets an alibi. But I will wait until the inspector general finishes it. And there's one more thing that's very important, and that's the criminal investigation. The district attorney has made it very clear they're going to evaluate every officer that responded that day for criminal culpability. So regardless of what we determine in the end, ultimately, she and the grand jury will determine whether there's other culpability by any officer in that particular hallway on that day.
Tony Plohetski: Let me ask you what you think about that. I mean, you have the power to arrest, to evaluate a set of facts and determine whether or not there should be a verdict. Yeah? You know the evidence. Do you believe that any law enforcement officers should face criminal charges for what happened?
DPS Director McCraw: I have some thoughts, but I'm not going to convey my thoughts publicly right now because they don't matter, as with the evidence that matters. And it's really the district attorney. We get to decide, you know, whether there's probable cause to arrest. They get to decide whether they're going to prosecute in that regard.
Tony Plohetski: You are not willing to say right now whether or not you believe any conduct may rise to the level of a criminal offense?
DPS Director McCraw: I think that just a comment on that itself would be doing something I told the district attorney I wouldn't do, is go down that road and talk about the criminal investigation. And I don't want to comment on that. And really what I have to comment, really that matters not. It's the evidence and it's ultimately what happens. And the district attorney gets to decide who gets prosecuted, if anyone gets prosecuted. And certainly a grand jury is empowered to indict anybody for misconduct.
Tony Plohetski: With regard to any possible administrative action that is very much more in your purview?
DPS Director McCraw: Yes, it's entirely in my purview. Yes, absolutely.
Tony Plohetski: So do you believe, as we sit here today, that someone will or should be fired or severely disciplined?
DPS Director McCraw: I won't say fired. I'm disappointed in the fact that we weren't as proactive as I would like to have seen someone, because as I mentioned, you know, it's not so much that anybody, you know, arriving officers didn't do what they thought they were supposed to do. Based on the information, as is, sometimes I have an expectation that we get better information. Just because you're told this doesn't mean you have to believe that, OK? We got some outstanding talent and there's an expectation that we put great trust in them, that they're able to use their eyes and ears to be able to discern, you know, "OK, this has been reported" and realize there's no precedent for the Department of Public Safety come in and take over. I mean, that just ... we've never done that. There's no precedent in terms of the incident command. Well, that's being done. We get that. There's certainly no legal provisions to be able to allow that to happen. It's always the original jurisdiction we support in that regard. But at the same point, you know, we've got an obligation to look at what, this was a mistake. It wasn't just a mistake. It was an abject failure. So what could the department do going ahead based on what we know right now? And the one thing we can do is to do eliminate any ambiguity as a result to a barricaded subject, OK? Versus an active shooter. And from a department standpoint, very simply is that from now on, going forward, and I made it very clear long ago to our troops that they're empowered, not only empowered, but compelled when they go into an active-shooter situation on a school and someone has shot a child or has a gun on a child and children are threatened. There is a barricaded subject, OK, until the individual is isolated and is neutralized, period.
Tony Plohetski: Why do you suspect they didn't do more to really find out why? Why not be more assertive when? When there is possibly someone with a high-powered weapon on a school campus? I mean, we know enforcement can be quite assertive or aggressive when they want to be. So why did they not bring that to bear in this case?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, there's no question it could have been brought to bear. As I've mentioned before, you don't stop until the threat is terminated. Plain and simple. And that didn't happen. But I can't say that you don't immediately question the information. The best information is always inside, and it's the arriving officers and it's going to be the on-scene command. That's the best information you can get. And we traditionally rely on that information to make decisions. And when a decision has been made and information is relayed that the subject is contained, that's a barricaded subject, that we have time and do the usual situations where you call out the individual, you call for SWAT. All these things are consistent with a barricaded subject. It looks like that. And frankly, you know, with law enforcement, we don't question that based upon that. We're the ones that have the most information, the best information. That's always going to be the ranking official that's first on the scene, and that happens to be in the hallway where the attack occurred.
Tony Plohetski: With regard to the review that that committee is doing, seven have been referred to the inspector general, some people look at, you know, the sheer volume personnel. Only seven out of 91. That seems like a small number to some folks.
DPS Director McCraw: Yeah, I'm sure it does. But it kind of goes back to what I mentioned before. Most of our resources were on the border. And if they got here after BORTAC, BORTAC was a tactical unit called in to be able to do the tactical operation. That's what the chief requested on the ground. That's who came. And we certainly defer it. And that's an outstanding unit. By the way, BORTAC worked with them many times on the border, outstanding professionals. Certainly, Border Patrol's got a larger footprint there, and you've already got a Uvalde station and they've got more people on the ground in the building quicker and faster than us. And so, you know, from 12:15, when they're there, when they arrive, you know, they've got got the command aspect of it. So anybody after that, us arriving, you know, not only would we have to assume control over the chief, but also Border Patrol, as BORTAC, who's got the expertise and people is a tactical gear on the ground. At that point in time, the longer you wait, if we've got officers arriving, you know, at 12:13, 12:20, 12:25, which we do, because you can see it. You can't, unfortunately, time and distance with our enemy, we couldn't put enough officers in there in a timely manner to influence anything. No, to assist, certainly, as we're able to do from the outer perimeter and inner perimeter and the things that you normally do in terms of protecting crime scenes after the fact, in terms of evacuation, we had plenty people keep pouring into it, but the nature of it is, it took us a long time to get a sufficient foot footprint there in place.
Tony Plohetski: What is the status of the criminal investigation right now and what is exactly being investigated?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, there's always and I say this because any time there's an officer that uses force and deadly force, there's an investigation that's ongoing. And nobody in their right mind thinks that anybody's going to indict the police officer for doing exactly what they're supposed to do, and that's kill the subject. The other part of that investigation is, the DEA has made it very clear every officer that responded, OK, she's going to review for their criminal culpability. So what the investigation entails right now is what do you know? When did you arrive? What do you know and what did you do? And that's every officer, plain and simple. We start with ones, obviously, we're first there and you work backwards along that timeline in terms of making sure that you've accounted for others. And sometimes it's not just in terms the ones that responded. I mean, the department, we're looking internally as well, ones that didn't respond. Was there anybody that didn't respond that should respond? And so, some of those that will get it during the referral process we later find out may have been on annual leave somewhere else, but we still want to look at it. Why didn't they respond better in Uvalde? And that's their duty station. Why didn't they respond?
Tony Plohetski: I know that you've been asked about this repeatedly, but I just want to simply have an opportunity to ask you about it again. Release of information. You were deferring to the request of the Uvalde County district attorney. Correct? Your decision to not release information?
DPS Director McCraw: Correct.
Tony Plohetski: But I just want to clarify. That is a policy administrative decision that you were making, correct?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I believe it is, but it's also a procedure or policy we've had implemented and used for decades, long before I became the director and, frankly, when I was with the FBI. The same problem. If U.S. attorney doesn't authorize it, then we don't release it because there's always concern that we're going to interfere with the case. We're going to compromise it in some way, shape or form. And I know federal district judges and state district judges look unfavorably. If the directors and chiefs of police were out there saying things to the media that might in some way, shape or form taint the jury pool and make it more difficult to get a fair trial to somebody, and we recognize that. And if we're going to take on the investigation, I mean, the DA asked us to take the lead on the investigation as opposed to ISD or Uvalde PD and the sheriff's office. We agreed to do that. Well ... there's certain rules we're going to abide by. And after her and I discussed on a particular day that was in the best interest of the case for us not to provide additional information. And we certainly agree.
Tony Plohetski: There has been a contention out there that as the narrator of events that day, or one of the main narrators, that you and your agency, you increasingly pointed the finger back at the local officials of your body instead of assuming whatever responsibility you feel you might have. Have you done that?
DPS Director McCraw: No. In fact, if anything, I was reluctant. Even the Friday when we had figured out that we'd had misinformation, and this wasn't a heroic law enforcement response, it was a tragedy. And I got out there, I even tried to make it very clear that this is the benefit of hindsight and retrospectively looking at the data, and this mistake was made. I don't want to put a finger on somebody else. It's not our nature and we don't mind taking responsibility for ourselves, but to point the finger at somebody else, but to be honest and to be candid, brutally candid, I mean, the evidence was compelling. It hasn't changed since my testimony and since that press conference, is a mistake was made. Mistakes happen. This was a tragic mistake. And the tragic mistake was made is to treat this thing as a barricaded subject. But it was not. Plain and simple. So the only thing I did, and keep in mind that it didn't impact it's not just trying to protect DPS and our image, our officers, and we're going to do that. It's really about other officers that were in that hallway, too. Border Patrol, U.S. Marshals. OK. You've all the sheriffs. There was constables, there was a game warden. There's many other officers that are operating under this myth that this is a barricaded subject when it wasn't anything but barricaded subject. So these officers OK, we already know that three of all the officers did the right thing when they went in and immediately confronted the door along those lines. So there's not, it really has the mistake and nothing is going to change it. The more evidence that comes out, and I look forward to releasing all the information, all the evidence, and particularly the video evidence and the audio evidence, because the public is in best position to look at and determine for themselves. But you can't, I can't change it. You know, I can't change the facts. It it may seem unseemly to some, but in the end, it's the truth. And the truth is that a mistake was made. And as a result, the mistake is, well, that's all I'm going to go down the road in terms of the impact. But we know one thing is that people were operating on the information that was X when it was really Y.
Tony Plohetski: And it's still in your position four months later that the originator of that, to use your word "myth," was Pete Arredondo.
DPS Director McCraw: There's no question that that's the case. I mean, it's compelling and it's not changed in anything that I testified in the before the Senate when I was compelled to testify publicly. Nothing's changed.
Tony Plohetski: I want to ask you, because you mentioned it as well, this idea that sprang forth in the hours and first couple of days after the shooting. Your personnel said it publicly in interviews. The governor frankly said it. Federal authorities said it as well. And that is this idea that the police officers and other law enforcement personnel acted heroically. How and why in the world was that something that so quickly got disseminated and yet was so terribly wrong?
DPS Director McCraw: Was it the same briefing that the governor was and senators were and congressmen and certainly local elected officials and others? And frankly, obviously, the first reported information was that there was there was 500 children were rescued as a result of the brave actions of law enforcement. You know, no real reason to question that initially. And were it the focus of the investigation. And immediately from our standpoint, anybody's standpoint, is the victim identification and family notification. Those are the priority of priorities. And to get information, we were depending on information that came from those on the scene and those in command on that scene. And that information was relayed at a particular meeting. In fact, it was Wednesday morning briefing that I sat in. And in fact, one of our regional director, Victor Escalon, you know, did the briefing, you know, after a local official passed out and was able unable to do it, he was asked to do the briefing and he relayed exactly what he was told by two individuals. I'm not going to mention their names, but the exact information he provided in that regard. But, you know, Victor was smart enough. He's been around, being a Texas Ranger, Victor's been around for a while and he caveated it. "Hey, this is what we know right now. We haven't corroborated this, but this is what we did. But this is what we're being told." And I think that the consensus was around the room, and I was a part of that consensus, although we had some questions on engagement versus encounter, whether, you know, those on the initial discussion in terms of what happened on the front end of it. So we came away from that relatively confident that, "Hey, this is yeah, OK, lots of children were saved, like heroic action." It made sense in that regard. But one thing we did caveat it in later on, but fact that was questioned later on. "Hey, until we review the video evidence frame by frame, we're really not going to know exactly what happened." And that's the great thing from our professional standpoint is the technology upgrades. We've seen all good change in technology, in video and audio just for surveillance purposes, but also body cameras, dash cameras, all those things are evidence, hardcore evidence that we're going to review frame by frame. Now, in any major investigation, you can't just do things, you know, consecutively. Got two things concurrently. And fortunately for us, we had a lot of great partners in this, including the FBI, ATF, but in particular, the FBI has helped out immensely in terms of covering leads, international leads on this, leads outside the state interviews. But technology, because it's important to capture the evidence, the video evidence, make sure that it's not lost, is preserved, to make sure that it's formatted correctly and then enhanced.
Tony Plohetski: So you were in the briefing with the governor?
DPS Director McCraw: Yes, sir.
Tony Plohetski: Behind the stage at the school before you all took to the stage?
DPS Director McCraw: Yes sir.
Tony Plohetski: And he provided information based on information he received from two people you declined to name?
DPS Director McCraw: Yes, exactly.
Tony Plohetski: And those are local Uvalde officials?
DPS Director McCraw: Yeah, law enforcement officials.
Tony Plohetski: But he did not, through his own agency or DPS personnel who may have been there and had knowledge from within DPS at that time, he had not corroborated what he was being told by the locals. He had a trust in the locals.
DPS Director McCraw: And he made it, we made it clear on the front end this hasn't been corroborated yet, but this is what we know right now, very simple. And he stepped in to fill the void from the local official. He had a medical issue, wasn't in a position to be able to do the briefing. And it was very, you know, it was very succinct, to the point. And, of course, the only conclusion someone can come away with is, yeah, it sounds like law enforcement, you know, saved the day or he saved, you know, 500 children, OK, by isolating the subject. And that was the narrative that came out of there. And, of course, the only time that narrative was countered was when we got the video back and we're able to review it, which was a priority of priorities. And we were able to get it when the FBI completed it, the enhancement or the first version of it and looked at it. So, wait a minute. This was reported that there was an ISD officer at the scene and the safety officer was confronted or engaged in, or the term, you know, encountered by ISD. Well, that didn't happen. And from a funeral home video which has been released, OK, people can see that that did not occur. In fact, that officer, there was nobody on campus and an officer that did arrive drove by the subject and confronted what he thought was the subject, what ended up being a teacher in the back. So that was the first piece of misinformation that was communicated, that the video immediately eliminated in that regard. And the second one is that this is a barricaded subject.
Tony Plohetski: Can you appreciate, though, that for Mr. Reyes, a fourth-grade teacher who laid on the floor waiting for help, waiting for the parents who stood outside begging and pleading for law enforcement to do more, to hear for three days that they performed heroically, I mean. They find that galling?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I couldn't agree more. And galling for anybody in our profession, you know, the idea that we're providing misinformation out or relaying misinformation because it was anything but heroic in the fact it was an absolute disaster. So, yeah, if I'm the parent, I'm the grandparent or a family member or just a citizen of Uvalde. I'd be upset. I'm upset from, as a law enforcement professional, because integrity means so much to what we do. We've got to act on information and the information needs to be accurate. And it doesn't have to, you know, it doesn't need to be editorialized. But, you know, what needed to be conveyed is that the subject came into the school with a rifle. He shot children and teachers, maybe not teacher, but we know he went into a classroom and he fired. He fired several rounds and he's still in the classroom with those kids are still at. The kids are still in that classroom and he's still active. He's not neutralized. He may be contained, but he's active. And the whole protocol, and what much has been invested in our profession over the years, is that you got to get to them. You got to neutralize them immediately, period. There's no excuses. There's no alibis. You got to get it done. It didn't get done.
Tony Plohetski: But even the night before, you know, a spokesman was also talking about the heroics of earlier in that day. Is it also your position that your boots on the ground, even that evening, were similarly relying upon statements from Uvalde local officials?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, they certainly were, and there's no question about it. The first one that was able to question it was, of course, the Rangers doing the investigation. And and it was Victor Escalon, and he saw, "Hey, wait a minute, boss. ... what we talked about, you know, on Wednesday morning, that didn't happen.
Tony Plohetski: I'm glad you brought that up. Yeah. You relay the precise moment and your reaction when someone came up to you and said, colonel, this is not right.
DPS Director McCraw: Well, it was Wednesday evening, OK, that day when Victor made that point to "Hey, that what we've talked about, what I conveyed, what we were told about this, this is the officer on campus engaging the subject, didn't happen." And we knew that at that point by reviewing the video footage in terms of the funeral. So the next day and all that, Victor was asked to go out by local officials to go out again, defend the response. And, of course, you know, and Victor being Victor went out there and told it like it was, that all this that, you know, about this didn't happen, and it didn't happen.
Tony Plohetski: Did you watch the video yourself, the hallway cam, on that Wednesday?
DPS Director McCraw: I did not. But I was relayed to me that it didn't happen. I had a chance to review the funeral home video from the video. No, I had not.
Tony Plohetski: Not only did the engagement not happen, but by the way, they stood in the hall.
DPS Director McCraw: You couldn't tell that from the funeral home video. All you could tell is that you can see the arrival. You can see the subject going in. But what you can see is that there's the subject at this location, which I've already provided in the setup testimony, and now you've all the ISD officer drove by him thinking the teacher behind it was, that was the man with a gun when it wasn't the man with a gun, was a teacher in the back on the south side. So that was that was able to review or able to see at that time. And that's what Victor Escalon saw. And that's why, you know, when he rolled out the next day to correct that error and, of course, the next day we had a chance to be able to review that in whole, including myself, what happened inside. And we also look at 911 calls, but also, you know, which was very important aspect of it and dispatcher logs, we did all of that and so it was readily apparent this was, wait a minute.
Tony Plohetski: What went through your mind when you saw it?
DPS Director McCraw: It was shock. I mean, how could you not be shocked? This is, it was unbelievable. It was horrific, you know, and how can it possibly happen in Texas? And we've been proud of all that we've done in progressing in terms of active-shooter responses. And we've got so many heroic officers throughout the state. I mean, how could this possibly happen? With the doctrine is set aside and we have such a travesty? So, yeah. And then of course this challenges now what do we do? Well, it, "Hey, someone needs to tell the public because we've been saying this, it ain't that." And so this is important. I thought, at that point in time, to go to where it was and, you know, where I think, the media was there anyway in that regard. But it's certainly where the the citizens were at and tell them what our view is based upon what we do as of Thursday afternoon.
Tony Plohetski: I'm asking you to step into the minds of those who volunteer, local officials. I realize that's difficult to do, but I do think your perceptions around this are important. Why do you think they were saying heroes?
DPS Director McCraw: I certainly don't see ... the mayor and the county judge because that's what they were being told and that's where the frame ,and I think they believed that for a long period of time, even afterwards. And I can tell you, my press conference did not go well by local elected officials. They thought I had besmirched local law enforcement, that there was an attack on them. It was shifting blame along those lines. Not at all. It was being accurate in that regard. And I think they truly believed initially that it really was a rogue law enforcement response and that to enter that room was suicidal. Well, guess what? That's what we get paid to do, is to enter that role, plain and simple. And it's no excuse, no alibis in that situation.
Tony Plohetski: But with regard to the two people who created that narrative, why do you think they did that? Was it to hide the truth or do you think that's really what they what they saw or what they believed?
DPS Director McCraw: You know, sometimes, I asked myself that many, many, many times, and I don't I think I've got to believe because it's my nature to be optimistic that people in this profession try to do the right thing and they make mistakes and then try to justify it there afterwards. But I, you know, it's possible. And in his own mind that he thought what he did was the right thing to do because putting officers into that room would cost the lives of officers. And, as I've said, is that, you know, we can't ever be in a profession, I'm not going to comment on that situation, but we never put the lives of officers before the citizens of the state, and particularly children. That's an absolute, you know, demarcation bright line, never can happen in that regard. Understandable. You know, we get that in the fog of war. You know, decisions are made, you know, communicate. All these things are happening. Adrenaline's flowing through your head. You get tunnel vision, all these things gone. But at the end of the day, you get paid to make the right decisions. And at some point, you have to act. And this is one of those situations where action is imperative.
Tony Plohetski: Any closing remarks to the community of Uvalde, to the citizens of Texas, with regard to the performance of your agency that day and any pledge going forward?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, we'll hold everybody accountable, the department, that we didn't live up to the expectations, not just criminal culpability or even misconduct, but certainly anything we think that they lacked in performance that we're going to do that, plain and simple. Our troops expect that. We routinely engage in that type of accountability. The only thing I can say that really, really matters is that, and we'll certainly share that information with the public and the family members. I'd prefer to share it with the family members first. I don't expect that they're going to appreciate, you know, whatever. And I don't, there's never enough. I can never say enough and do enough for those family members in the community. And I can tell you this, and the department is very proactive. We don't advertise it, but right now we're providing the security at the schools. That's because they asked us to do it. They wanted troopers. We brought them troopers, and we'll continue to do so. In a recent conversation with the mayor, they got an issue with gangs. And when he had a conversation with the governor, when the governor understood that there are two shootings in two weeks, and of course, the violence they have, they've gone through enough. And we need to be more proactive. So, we've assigned troopers to be able to assist our partners, all the police department, in terms of addressing the gang part, not just in terms of patrol roles and bring in teams of special agents. Uvalde is going to be the safest city in the state of Texas within two months.
Tony Plohetski: You said that you would apologize to Uvalde folks on behalf of law enforcement. Does DPS owe them an apology yet?
DPS Director McCraw: Well, I'll say yeah. DPS does because we're part of law enforcement. I mean, DPS is a part of law enforcement community, and a part of that is working with our partners in training, you know, training, working with them to make sure that we have clear communications, command and control going in. And when mistakes are made, because there's not an active-shooter situation in the state that isn't multi law enforcement. I'll use an example. Downtown Houston, Eisenhower High School. It was was a report of an active shooter and we, obviously, Houston PD, a large presence there, they responded because they were close. Their constables responded and DPS troopers responded. They happened to be in the area. And of course, that the point is ... it's one team and that's the right, doctrinally, the right thing. Now, unfortunately, it was another hoax and they reached a classroom. And it was certainly disruptive in terms of what they did, but they did the right thing the right way.
Tony Plohetski: But again, you apologize on behalf of DPS?
DPS Director McCraw: Yeah, I'll be glad to. If that helps the families. Absolutely. Because I believe that DPS, we have a greater role, not just in terms of the response when maybe they're late, but it's the front end of that response. What do we do to prevent this attack or to begin with? Why didn't we know about this? You know, law enforcement in general, but with DPS in particular? And moreover, in terms of, you know, "Hey, why were we training with officers earlier? Why did we know there was a communication breakdown inside schools? What did we know there?" And it, frankly, if you look at the security threat assessment that we did, you know, why did we know that that all these vulnerabilities exist? You know, why don't you know why not? We, right now, after Santa Fe, we sent troopers around, OK, to be closer to schools. ... administrative work, we'd rather do it in the parking lot or, hey, in some schools we'll even provide space for our troopers. We want to be around and engaged in that regard. But when there's vulnerabilities, what can we do to bring it to the attention? We have thousands of campuses across the state and so many of our elementary and so many with so many gaps, a little time, so many threats. I mean, what could we do better as an agency?
Tony Plohetski: Can you talk to me more about that?
DPS Director McCraw: Most of those officers, 91 officers, were assigned to perimeter duties, weren't even allowed into the building. So, yeah, there was 91. And even my command staff, those arriving in arrived 120 seconds before ... so they were there late. There's no question about it. And, unfortunately, as I mentioned before, the enemy to us was time and distance. I mean, you can't drive fast enough. You may drive 120, 130 miles an hour. You can't drive from Eagle Pass and get to Uvalde in a time that you can have a positive impact. And so, we were late to arrive. That's why you see us in terms of, you look at GPS and look at our data tracking, you can see us flowing into and we're flowing into areas providing the outer perimeter of outer security. And that's our principal role at that point. We did launch a SWAT team out of Austin, and so our team, they called them off because the event was over by the time they got halfway there. Similarly, I think other agencies did the same thing.
Tony Plohetski: So just remind me, before 12:50, how many boots on the ground did you have, DPS?
DPS Director McCraw: Ninety-one arrived, and that includes management and everybody before the breach, 91, and more thereafter.
Tony Plohetski: And then how many were in the hall?
DPS Director McCraw: Until BORTAC arrived was about nine at the most. And I say in the hall, not the same time. And for example, we had a female trooper at 11:42, she went in after 2 minutes, was already 18 officers in there. She left. In that regard, we had four troopers that came in again, same thing, hallway stacked with more people than was needed. They moved out in that regard. So, at the end, we've got certainly people that went in like the command staff, you know, right towards the end, even Victor, 120 seconds before the breach walked in at my direction to get in there, get some information.
Tony Plohetski: Well, lack of a command post is a big problem?
DPS Director McCraw: No, it really wasn't. That's the, I think, a misnomer is that what really was a problem was, is that the lack of action by the officers on the scene. Plain and simple. You don't have time for a command post. You have one. It's important. The command post is really important about afterwards, the best information is coming inside and officers don't have time for the commanders to give them permission to operate like this is a leaderless group, OK, and that's why I've mentioned, you know, whether it's HPD, whether it's DPS, whether it like in the Santa Fe where it's the ISD, this is the DPS and local departments. You all get in line. You don't wait for leadership to come. You don't set up a command post and talk about a unified command and discuss this and that. Yeah, you can, that needs to be done. So the response as it relates to treating the injuries, the medical piece in that regard that needs to be done. But right here, they need to go find the person and terminate them.
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Detroit Lions fans have more reasons to be optimistic this fall than Michigan Republicans.
Both of these polarizing organizations are struggling to find a way out of the doldrums.
One sorta looks like it has a plan; the other one looks like a tire fire inside of a dumpster fire trapped in a forest fire.
You can guess which one is which.
Here’s the thing: Before your organization attempts a “rebuild,” you must first accept that you are a failure.
The Lions have done this; the Michigan GOP won’t.
The bases are very different. Lions fans are easy to spot – we usually look sad on Monday mornings in the fall and early winter, but we proudly sport our colors anyway. We are loyal, if delusional. Although many of us have adopted a “backup” team (i.e. a team with a chance of winning football games), we remain devoted to the Lions.
Today’s Republican base is harder to recognize, define or even understand. It’s difficult to find fiscal and social conservatives – the candidate for governor wants to spend $1 billion on police?! Most of today’s “Republicans” are simply Donald Trump devotees – going off about pronouns, illegal immigration (in Michigan?), critical race theory, “media bias,” excusing the Jan. 6 attacks and still trying to deny the 2020 election results.
Republicans from 15 years ago (anyone remember the compassionate conservatives?) wouldn’t recognize them.
Republicans from Ronald Reagan’s time in the 1980s would drub them back to the John Birch Society where they belong.
In fact, local Trumpers have sent me some love letters after I published a couple of political columns – all of their responses were a variation on “get your head out of your a--.”
To that, I offer a respectful: You first.
I get it. These true believers desperately want to support their team – so much so that they are willing to look past the party’s absolute and total dysfunction. As a Lions fan since elementary school, I can relate. You really have to have some level of blind devotion – or denial – to follow a bad team. But make no mistake, I want my Republican friends to get it together.
So let’s look to the latest Lions rebuild for inspiration.
First and always, start by firing your general manager and head coach.
Republican Party co-chair/establishment fundraiser Ron Weiser is essentially Matt Millen, the Lions president for most of the 2000s decade. Weiser is the moneyman – he has donated $100 million to the University of Michigan, where he serves as a regent. He is supposed to be out there getting folks to write big checks to the party. But he has no idea how to run this thing, so it’s being run into the ground – much like Millen did to the Lions by botching draft picks and making horrible coaching hires.
Millen was a talented linebacker and play-by-play man turned Lions executive. Like Millen, Weiser is watching the institution crumble – be torn apart, really – and will eventually leave in disgrace. Mix that in with Weiser's often stupid public remarks – calling the three most powerful women in Michigan “witches” whom the GOP wants to “burn at the stake” and openly musing about political assassinations – and you get the political version of the mastermind behind the 2008 Lions team that finished 0-16.
Republican Party co-chair/full-time election denier Meshawn Maddock is the GOP version of recent former Lions head coach Matt Patricia – unlikable and unqualified in every way. She also has not been able to raise ANY SIGNIFICANT DOLLARS or support for candidates up and down the ballot this year, but has been able to turn off GOP devotees like Jimmy E. Greene, President/CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan.
When asked how he can support a party being led by Maddock, Greene recently told radio host Michael Patrick Shiels, “It was difficult all summer; it’s impossible today. We have told every candidate we’ve endorsed that that this race is yours to win; you can’t depend on any kind of tailwinds coming out of the state party. And that’s sad.”
He went on to say that state candidates are on their own this season – and that could work to their advantage. “They can run on their own messaging … and not carry the weight, and anchor, of a state party that is dysfunctional and quite frankly almost irrelevant to any campaign at this point.”
Matty P started making enemies as soon as he arrived at Allen Park and did things like trade away all of the Lions’ best starters because he didn’t personally like them. Like Maddock, he was more of an arsonist than a leader.
While not doing anything remotely helpful for her party, Maddock did have time to tweet on Sept. 11 that U.S. Transportation Secretary and military veteran Pete Buttigieg, who is gay, is a “weak little girl." If you are keeping score, that’s homophobic and misogynistic in less than 140 characters! Onward down the field!
Now let’s consider the state of the rest of the franchise:
Play-caller and gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon can’t seem to get off the bench and into the game, kind of like recently dismissed Lions backup quarterback Tim Boyle. Like Boyle, Dixon wasted August – no ad support, no significant campaigning and, strangely, no money. Like Boyle, Dixon looks the part, has some of the skills, but throws interceptions when the game is on the line.
She doesn’t belong in the game and she’s way out of her league.
Which got me thinking, the DeVos family, a wealthy backer of GOP candidates in Michigan for many years, is a lot like the Ford family – for all the money they have, they just can’t put together a winner.
That brings us to the GOP candidates for attorney general and secretary of state – Matthew DePerno and Kristina Karamo, respectively – or, as Lions fans would know them, very terrible draft picks. To fill crucial roles on the team, Republicans threw support behind DePerno, who at that point was being investigated for a litany of election fraud and tampering charges, and Christian nationalist Karamo, who made headlines for claiming yoga is a “satanic ritual” and that abortion is “child sacrifice,” and whose ex-husband claimed she tried to cause a traffic accident with her family in the car after he began divorce proceedings.
You know what … it seems mean to compare those two to any of the much-hated Lions draft busts like Joey Harrington, Eric Ebron and Brandon Pettigrew. So I won’t.
Convention delegates are elected to two-year terms, so the GOP’s rebuild will have to wait. But when you are ready, dear friends, I hope you find your own version of GM Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell. They aren’t going to win every game, but they are giving us fewer reasons to be absolutely mortified on Sunday. So far.
This season doesn’t feel like SOL – Same Ol’ Lions. It feels like hope.
Actual Michigan Republicans could use some of that right now.
Because without an intervention, soon, the Michigan Republican Party will be SOL in a very different way, for many years to come.
Dave Clark is editor of the Midland Daily News. His favorite Detroit Lion is Barry Sanders. Send your hate mail to david.clark@hearst.com
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Old buildings in Parcel G sit dormant at the Hunters Point Shipyard in this 2018 photo. Mayor London Breed said she is content with the remediation at the shipyard, following a civil grand jury report that found San Francisco is unprepared to address climate threats to the shoreline Superfund site.
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors held a hearing Thursday morning on the fate of Hunter’s Point shipyard, the proposed location for a massive housing and commercial development that is contaminated with radioactive toxic waste.
After hearing from city officials at all levels of involvement and community members, Board of Supervisors President Shamann Walton motioned to reconvene about the topic at the next meeting on Sept 22. The severity of the issue was not lost: for the time being, he said,
“It's the least the Department of Public Health can do to have more eyes on the issue to monitor the concerns of contamination.”
Hunter’s Point is a former Naval base turned Superfund site, a title that allows federal agencies like the EPA to address hazardous polluted areas, either by cleaning up the area or holding relevant parties responsible for waste removal.
The site, which features flat, marshy infill and shallow groundwater, is threatened by sea level rise — and according to a June report by the Civil Grand Jury, the city is not prepared for the worst.
“Sufficient cleanup has not taken place for decades by the Navy, despite residents’ health suffering in Bayview/Hunter’s Point,” said Jasmine Jones from Greenaction, a nonprofit dedicated to health and environmental justice, at the Board of Supervisors meeting.
According to findings by the San Francisco Examiner, toxic waste at Hunter’s Point has been festering through neglect since the Navy began occupying the location during WWII. While the Navy is technically in charge of decontamination, the city’s response to the cleanup has been subpar.
“The Jury discovered that the process that governs the cleanup is forbiddingly complex, and essentially invisible within the City,” the Jury wrote in a report on June 14. “Yet the stakes for San Francisco in that process — for health, for environmental safety, and for the resilience of future development in the Shipyard — are enormous. But hardly anyone in the City is paying attention.”
The jury added that it cannot issue recommendations to the Navy or to the EPA and state regulators, but it does have influence inside the City. However, the following August, Mayor London Breed’s office refuted the Jury’s findings, citing the due process surveys conducted by the Navy. This led to the hearing today, which the Navy and EPA refused to attend.
Despite the Jury’s review, the Navy maintained that it accounted for current and future projections of sea level rise, in a statement read by Thor Kaslofsky, director of the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure, at the Board of Supervisors meeting.
Not everyone held this position. Laura Feinstein of SPUR, a nonprofit public policy organization, emphasized during public comments that the Navy was missing a key element of its research — an updated look at the effects of groundwater rise.
“The science on groundwater rise is new, and hasn’t been integrated into commonly used tools for sea level rise planning,” said Feinstein. “There hasn’t been a rigorous study modeling groundwater rise focused on Hunters Point. Regardless of who pays for the study - the City or the Navy - the important point is that current scientific understanding of the impacts of groundwater rise at Hunters Point is sorely lacking.”
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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright and catcher Yadier Molina made their 325th career start together on Wednesday night, setting a major league record for most as a battery.
The St. Louis duo eclipsed the regular-season mark of 324 by the Detroit Tigers pair of Mickey Lolich and Bill Freehan from 1963-1975.
Wainwright and Molina received a standing ovation from the crowd at Busch Stadium as they walked from the bullpen to the dugout prior the game against Milwaukee.
“A lot has taken place in that time span and that’s why I think this record is pretty darn cool,” St. Louis manager Oliver Marmol said before the game. “I don’t see anyone coming close to ever reaching it again.”
Towels with the No. 325 were given out to fans as they entered the ballpark.
Wainwright threw a first-pitch strike to Christian Yelich to begin the game. Highlights from the career of both players were displayed on the scoreboard after the opening inning as the NL Central leaders hosted the Brewers.
Wainwright and Molina made their first start together on April 6, 2007, in Houston. Wainwright recorded a 4-2 win, the first of his 212 victories with Molina behind the plate.
The 40-year-old Molina has indicated he will retire at the end of this season. The 41-year-old Wainwright has yet to make a decision on his future.
The next active pair behind Wainwright and Molina is the Chicago Cubs battery of Kyle Hendricks and Willson Contreras, who have 105 starts together.
Wainwright has thrown 2,136 of his 2,548 innings (83.8 percent) to Molina. He and Molina have teamed up to record 1,812 strikeouts.
Only six current major league players – Albert Pujols, Nelson Cruz, Miguel Cabrera, Zack Greinke, Rich Hill and Justin Verlander were active when Wainwright and Molina made their first start together.
Wainwright and Molina are best friends off the field as well. Wainwright introduced Molina to NHL hockey. The pair attended several games together during the St. Louis Blues’ run to the Stanley Cup championship in 2019.
Wainwright and his family celebrated Thanksgiving at the Molina residence in Puerto Rico in November.
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Hundreds of bank branches close right across Australia including Westpac and Commonwealth Bank - impacting thousands of customers
- Westpac closing hundreds of banks around Australia as it turns digital
- Big four bank has seen 225 stores shut since January last year
- There have been 48 branches close in the past two months alone
- Commonwealth Bank are also closing three stores in NSW and South Australia
Hundreds of bank branches have closed across Australia, impacting thousands of customers as banks go digital.
Westpac is shutting 24 branches and cutting 103 jobs this month after closing a staggering 225 stores since January last year.
The move means 4,000 jobs could disappear by May, 2023, according to the big four bank's chief executive Peter King.
Westpac are shutting a further 24 branches and cutting 103 jobs after closing a staggering 225 stores since January last year.
Last month, Westpac closed 24 branches and a call centre in Perth. In July, the bank closed a further 24 branches.
It is looking to combine its brands under one roof, creating co-located stores with St George, Bank of Melbourne and BankSA and other services.
There would be 21 total mergers across the country, with these stores already operational in Dubbo, Lithgow and Port Stephens.
Westpac blames the continued closures on the decline in the number of customers attending branches.
'With more than five million digitally active customers, we’re investing in services to complement how our customers choose to bank,' a Westpac spokesperson said.
'We take steps to ensure customers are notified in advance about the changes and are directly connected with the services they need to continue to do their banking.
'For those who are new to digital banking, or may require more assistance with the changes, we provide dedicated support and education to make the transition easier.'
However the Financial Services Union (FSU) says the closures were the latest round of 'cost cutting' from the bank, and that it will impact thousands of customers.
'This is no longer cutting the fat from Westpac, this latest carving up of Westpac’s branches is slicing right into the core of the bank with staff morale at rock bottom as they wait for the axe to fall on what’s left of the branch network,' FSU national secretary Julia Angrisano said.
'It is clear Westpac has no regard for the community across Australia after shutting down 225 branches since January 2021.'
Westpac says it will assist workers find new roles within the company at the branches impacted by closures.
'We have a robust process in place to assist employees to find new opportunities within Westpac Group, meaning the majority of employees affected secure a new role and continue their career in the Group,' the spokesperson said.
Commonwealth Bank are closing three branches as they follow a similar tact to their big four rival
Commonwealth Bank are closing three branches as they follow a similar tact to their big four rival.
The stores, in NSW and South Australia, are located within 300 metres of Australia Post shops which have banking services that cover 98 per cent of all transactions.
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear defended his record Thursday on a host of challenges — the pandemic, high consumer prices, crime and drug deaths — that are sure to surface next year when the Democrat seeks a second term.
Some topics came up at his weekly news conference on the heels of recent developments — whether it was the governor and his wife receiving the new COVID-19 booster or the latest news on the inflation front.
The governor fell back on talking points he's used in the past and will likely use again as the campaign heats up. As more Republicans jump into Kentucky's 2023 governor's race, the criticism of the incumbent is already ratcheting up.
Beshear didn't mention the Republican candidates vying to challenge him as they jockey for support in the ultra-competitive GOP primary campaign. His defense came two days after Kelly Craft linked the governor to President Joe Biden while complaining of “Democrat-made disasters of lockdowns, inflation, crime and drugs” as she launched her GOP campaign for governor.
The governor has spent much of his term in crisis management mode, beset by the pandemic, devastating tornadoes last December in western Kentucky and historic flooding in July in eastern Kentucky. He's also dealt with economic turmoil that included skyrocketing inflation.
On the inflation front, Beshear on Thursday highlighted the drop in gasoline prices, noting the pump price had nudged below $3 a gallon in Frankfort. The statewide average is $3.31 per gallon, he remarked, nearly 40 cents lower than the national average and reflecting a steady decline in recent months.
“I know that those prices are still challenging, but they’re moving the right way,” Beshear said, while acknowledging that “inflation is still with us,” especially on food prices.
While stating that a governor “can’t control gas prices,” Beshear recited steps he took to try to help cushion Kentuckians from inflation and sky-high fuel prices. He pointed to his executive actions to freeze vehicle property tax rates and prevent the state gas tax from rising. And he noted assistance programs meant to spare people from eviction and to help with child care, internet or energy costs.
“We’ve got to get through these tough days to get to really exciting days -- all these jobs that we’re announcing.” said Beshear, who is making the state's record-setting economic development growth a focal point of his campaign.
State Republican Party spokesman Sean Southard called it a “poor attempt” by Beshear to “insulate himself” from Biden's policies. Craft said in trying to link Beshear to the Democratic president on Tuesday that high inflation is “robbing people of their incomes and their retirement savings.”
Discussing his efforts to combat crime, Beshear noted his support for large salary increases for state police troopers and increased training stipends for law enforcement.
“Through those investments, we’re investing in the safety of our families,” the governor said.
To combat the state’s drug addiction scourge, Beshear pointed to his long-running support for efforts to steer people into treatment programs to overcome addiction. During his term as attorney general, he said, he sued opioid manufacturers and distributors. Fatal drug overdoses rose nearly 15% in Kentucky last year, surpassing 2,000 deaths — a record death toll in the state.
Beshear, however, takes the most heat from Republicans for his COVID-related restrictions on businesses and gatherings earlier in his term.
On Thursday, the governor was asked to reflect on the state’s response to the pandemic and how it might be judged by future generations.
“It was an enemy that we didn’t know a lot about in the beginning,” he said. “And it’s changed a ton with each of the variants. So the decisions we made have certainly been battlefield decisions. And I think in context, people will see that they were the best decisions that we could make.”
Last month at the Fancy Farm picnic, the state's premiere political event, GOP gubernatorial hopeful Ryan Quarles branded Beshear as the pandemic's “shutdown governor.” Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron, another gubernatorial candidate, successfully challenged Beshear's COVID-19 restrictions in a case that reached the state's highest court.
Beshear says his actions reflected guidance from former President Donald Trump’s coronavirus task force and, more importantly, saved lives.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Almost three months after Roe v. Wade was overturned, the landscape of abortion access is still shifting significantly in some states, sometimes very quickly.
Changing restrictions and litigation in neighboring Indiana and Ohio this week illustrate the whiplash for providers and patients navigating sudden changes in what is allowed where.
Sister clinics who just weeks ago were sending patients from Ohio, where most abortions were banned, to Indiana, where the procedure was allowed, have now flip-flopped roles after the two states' access restrictions reversed, at least temporarily.
Here is a deeper look at the current state of the shifting national landscape:
WHAT CHANGED THIS WEEK?
An Ohio judge blocked enforcement on Wednesday of the state's ban on most abortions after fetal cardiac activity is detected. The ban had been in effect since shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe on June 24. The judge's action allows abortions to resume in pregnancies up to 20 weeks' gestation for 14 days.
Then, on Thursday, a new Indiana law took effect that bans most abortions, marking its status as the first state in the nation to approve new abortion restrictions since the high court's abortion ruling. Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the ban into law Aug. 5.
Under the new law, abortions are permitted only in cases of rape and incest before 10-weeks post-fertilization; to protect the life and physical health of the patient; or if a fetus is diagnosed with a lethal anomaly. A doctor who performs an illegal abortion or who fails to file required reports must lose their medical license.
HOW IS THIS AFFECTING PROVIDERS?
All seven Indiana abortion clinics lost their licenses Thursday under the state's new law, which allows abortions to only be performed in hospitals or outpatient surgical centers owned by hospitals. More than 98% of the state’s abortions were done by those clinics in 2021.
Abortion clinics in the state told The Associated Press they will remain open to refer patients out of state, including to neighboring Ohio.
“I thought that today would be the worst day," Dr. Katie McHugh, a provider at the Indianapolis abortion clinic Women’s Med, told the AP on Thursday. “But I think the worst day was yesterday, knowing that the patients that we saw in the office yesterday were the last ones that we would see, and knowing how much it meant for all of us that were there — the staff, the physicians and the patients — that we were able to provide that care to the last moment.”
Dr. Alison Case — who since 2020 provided medication abortions at the South Bend abortion clinic Whole Woman’s Health — will continue her work as a family practice doctor in Indianapolis.
She said she worries for the labor and delivery patients she oversees at a hospital in the city.
“I think there’s going to be more people forced to carry their pregnancies to term, so I think we’ll see more deliveries,” she said. “But I think, important to note, we’re also going to see more of these complications."
In Ohio, clinics were preparing for a high volume of patients coming in from surrounding states following the judge's ruling — though they realize it could be short-lived.
“Well, I never expected to be a surge state,” said Iris Harvey, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio, using the new lingo of the field. “For 14 days, we might be.”
Ohio clinics that had been prohibited from performing most abortions will resume those services beginning Friday.
HOW IS THIS AFFECTING PATIENTS?
The shifting legal landscape has required patients in affected states to regroup, sometimes repeatedly. Kellie Copeland, executive director of Pro-Choice Ohio, an abortion rights advocacy group, said some have been unable to terminate their pregnancies.
Harvey said Planned Parenthood has set up a central location for abortion requests and hired additional staff, oftentimes social workers, to help people navigate various states' laws as they change.
McHugh said Women’s Med received “dozens” of calls Wednesday from patients who could not schedule an abortion that day due to Indiana’s 18-hour waiting period on the procedure.
“Every time it was a difficult conversation, because every time it was like breaking the news to someone that they couldn’t get their care,” McHugh said.
Lawyers were still reviewing whether patients traveling from Indiana to Ohio would be able to get anything but a surgical abortion. The two-pill regimen used in medication abortions would generally mean taking one pill in a permissive state and one in a restrictive state, the latter potentially breaking the law, providers said.
Anti-abortion groups continue to tout existing restrictions and the new ones being passed in the states in the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling.
“Ohio is pro-life and this law was supported by the people," said Margie Christie, president of the Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio. "Women do not need abortion in Ohio. We have abundant resources for mothers and their children to thrive.”
WHEN WILL THE LANDSCAPE SHIFT AGAIN?
With Indiana’s ban taking effect, the nation has 13 states with current bans on abortion at any point in pregnancy and one more, Georgia, with a ban on abortions after fetal cardiac activity can be detected — usually around six weeks, often before women realize they’re pregnant.
Though it had not yet been signed by the governor, a ban approved by West Virginia lawmakers Wednesday had already prompted the state's only abortion clinic to close, pushing potentially more patients to neighboring Ohio. Arizona’s ban is scheduled to kick in Sept. 24, with legal cases and legislative action expected to continue to change the status of abortion access of some states.
Then, on Nov. 8, abortion-related measures will be on ballots in at least five states. In California, Michigan and Vermont, voters will be asked to protect the right to abortion. In Kentucky, the question is whether to amend the state constitution to declare that it does not include the right to abortion. And Montana voters will decide on a measure to require medical care for infants born alive after an attempted abortion.
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Reporter Geoff Mulvihill in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, contributed to this report. Arleigh Rodgers is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Arleigh Rodgers on Twitter: @arleighrodgers
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National Weather Service Amarillo TX
609 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northwestern
Lipscomb and east central Ochiltree Counties through 700 PM CDT...
At 609 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles northeast of Wolf Creek Park, or 15 miles west of Lipscomb,
moving northeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern
Lipscomb and east central Ochiltree Counties.
LAT...LON 3613 10058 3628 10069 3645 10042 3621 10027
TIME...MOT...LOC 2309Z 243DEG 11KT 3625 10055
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.88 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
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Therese Coffey under fire over instructions regarding Oxford comma
New Health Secretary Therese Coffey has come under fire after her office issued guidance telling workers to “be positive” and avoid using policy wonk “jargon”.
An email, understood to have been sent to staff at the Department of Health and Social Care and sent on to workers at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), is reported to have told them to told to avoid using “Oxford commas” – the final comma used in a list of things.
The Financial Times (FT), which first reported the story, said the document was titled “New secretary of state ways of working preferences”.
It asked employees to “be precise” and “be positive — if we have done something good, let us say so and avoid double negatives”, the FT said.
One UKHSA employee told the FT that the email was “super patronising” and added: “The idea that we have to frame issues positively indicates a person who doesn’t want to deal with problems, so that’s not encouraging.”
In the past, she has shared her hatred of the Oxford comma on Twitter, describing it in 2015 as one of her “pet hates”.
“I abhor the Oxford comma and refuse to use it,” the MP wrote.
She said she was “delighted” to learn that the Oxford University Press was reducing its use in 2011, adding: “I cannot bear it and constantly remove it. Rant over.”
According to Government sources, it is not unusual for ministerial teams to set out ways of working for staff when new ministers are appointed.
They said the Government has “set out a broad guide for staff to help provide an efficient service to the public and deliver better outcomes to patients”.
The FT reported that UKHSA workers were feeling “demoralised” after the Government earlier this year made substantial job cuts to fixed-term staff who were involved in outbreak control during the Covid pandemic.
Some permanent staff have been offered a 2.5% pay increase to help manage the rising cost of living.
“We are actually getting a salary cut,” one employee with knowledge of the plans told the FT.
A UKHSA spokesman said: “UKHSA does not comment on leaked emails or briefings.
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Change is in the air!
NBC announced Sept. 15 that Saturday Night Live's 48th season will see the addition of four new cast members, Marcello Hernandez, Molly Kearney, Michael Longfellow and Devon Walker.
And while the quartet is new to Studio 8H, they're hardly new to the comedy scene. Marcello, a comedian, actor and writer from Miami, was selected as the Just for Laughs New Face of Comedy in 2022.
Likewise, Molly has a solid background in comedy, having starred in Prime Video's A League of Their Own and Disney+'s Mighty Ducks. They were also selected for Comedy Central's "Up Next" showcase in 2019.
Longfellow comes highly recommended, according to NBC, having previously participated in Netflix's Introducing ... showcase and NBC's Bring the Funny. He was also selected as one of TBS' "Comics to Watch" for the 2017 New York Comedy Festival.
Last but not least is Walker, who has written on Freeform's Everything's Trash and the Netflix animated comedy Big Mouth.
The four newcomers have some pretty big shoes to fill—seven pairs to be exact. SNL's season 47 finale saw the departures of Pete Davidson, Kate McKinnon, Kyle Mooney and Aidy Bryant. And on Sept. 1, SNL announced that Melissa Villaseñor, Alex Moffat and Aristotle Athari would not be returning either.
Executive producer and series creator Lorne Michaels told reporters at the 2022 Emmys that this casting shake-up means the new season will see the show go through a "transition," adding, "The changes are always difficult. But also really exciting."
Fans of the long-running sketch comedy can see how things pan out when SNL premieres Oct. 1 on NBC.
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Ever since the Aug. 2 primary, Tiffany Smiley, the Republican challenger to U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, has been pressing Murray to commit to a series of debates.
Smiley has publicly accepted invitations to three debates and a proposed online forum of sorts. Murray insists she will debate Smiley, but has not yet committed to specific events.
The five-term Democratic incumbent is negotiating with debate organizers, with an eye on two televised debates in late October. But as of Thursday afternoon, none has been finalized.
In a statement Thursday, Smiley called Murray’s failure to commit to specific debates so far “undemocratic” and showing “contempt” for Washington voters.
“After thirty years in the Senate, Patty Murray has decided that her only path to victory is to slap the democratic process in the face, all after spending millions of dollars on television claiming to be a protector of democracy,” said Smiley, a veterans advocate from Pasco who is making her first run for political office.
Murray’s campaign manager, Helen Hare, said the senator “absolutely looks forward” to debating Smiley and is in active discussions about a debate in Seattle and one in Spokane.
“Senator Murray believes this is an important opportunity for voters to witness the clear choice in this election on an economy that works for working families, a woman’s right to choose, and the future of our democracy,” Hare said in a statement.
The debates on the table include two proposed by the Washington State Debate Coalition, a statewide alliance of media, education civic groups founded in 2016. One is proposed for Eastern Washington on Oct. 7, with a second in Seattle on Oct. 25. (The Seattle Times is a member of the debate coalition.)
Another Eastern Washington debate is being organized by The Spokesman-Review newspaper of Spokane and the League of Women Voters Washington Education fund for Oct. 23.
Murray appears intent on attending only one of the Eastern Washington debates, the event organized by the Spokesman Review. Smiley’s campaign says she’s agreed to both.
Elisa Carlson, a spokesperson for Smiley, said the campaign has readily agreed to debate proposals, only to be kept in the dark as organizers continue to hash out details with the Murray campaign.
“Our campaign has not been kept in the loop at all,” she said in an interview Thursday.
Chris Guizlo, president of the board for Seattle City Club, which is taking the lead on organizing the coalition debates, didn’t offer any details of the negotiations this week, saying in an email the group “will have more to share in the coming days.”
A fourth debate possibility claimed by Smiley in public statements is not actually a debate.
The event sponsored by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce is instead intended as a prerecorded online forum in which each candidate would separately answer questions, with the videos posted online in early October, according to Austin Regimbal, marketing and communications director for the chamber.
Murray’s debate-limiting strategy — a not uncommon tactic for incumbents — has frustrated other challengers in the past.
In 2004, Republican Rep. George Nethercutt of Spokane, who challenged Murray’s bid for a third term, took to publicly debating a pair of tennis shoes to highlight the senator’s refusal to agree to more than two debates. (The size 7 sneakers that Nethercutt debated for the cameras were a reference to Murray’s well-known political origin story as “a mom in tennis shoes.”)
Nethercutt that year also tried to ambush Murray with an impromptu debate at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, after learning he was on the same flight with Murray back from Washington, D.C.
The plan was foiled when Murray slipped away via an unknown exit, leaving Nethercutt mourning the lost opportunity to reporters he’d invited. “It’s a big airport,” a Murray spokesperson shrugged at the time.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
615 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 700 PM CDT
FOR SOUTHEASTERN LIPSCOMB COUNTY...
At 615 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southeast of
Lipscomb, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to roofs, siding, and trees is possible. Hail
damage to vehicles is expected.
Locations impacted include...
Lipscomb and Higgins.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 645 PM CDT
FOR NORTHWESTERN ARMSTRONG...NORTHEASTERN RANDALL...SOUTHWESTERN
CARSON AND SOUTHEASTERN POTTER COUNTIES...
At 616 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of
Panhandle, moving east at 20 mph.
SOURCE...Public.
Amarillo, Panhandle, Claude, Washburn and Pantex.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Grammy-nominated hip-hop performer Mystikal is scheduled for arraignment on charges accusing him of raping and choking a woman, and illegally possessing drugs at his Louisiana home.
Charges the performer will face during his arraignment Monday will include first-degree rape, which carries an automatic life sentence if Tyler is convicted.
“My client is innocent of all charges,” attorney Joel Pearce said in a text message Thursday. He said the rapper, whose given name is Michael Tyler, had a court order to protect him from the woman, and he is “the true victim.”
Pearce said he hopes he will be allowed to present evidence supporting bond for Tyler, who has been held without bond since the end of July. A judge denied bond on Aug. 4, but Pearce, who did not then represent the performer, said it was not a full bond hearing that would take evidence in Tyler's favor.
Tyler was arrested July 31 on charges accusing him of choking and raping the woman at his home in Prairieville, an Ascension Parish community of about 33,000 near Baton Rouge.
A news release Wednesday from the district attorney's office said Tyler was indicted last week on 10 counts including rape, domestic abuse battery by strangulation and false imprisonment. Investigators who searched his home found “evidence to corroborate the victim’s account of the rape along with a variety of illegal narcotics,” the statement said.
An Ascension Parish grand jury brought the charges in two indictments handed up Sept. 6, The Advocate reported.
District Attorney Ricky Babin said in an email that because they are part of an ongoing criminal matter, the indictments are not public records under state law.
Pearce represented Tyler on rape and kidnapping charges that prosecutors in northwest Louisiana dropped in December 2020. Those charges, brought in 2017, had kept him jailed nearly 18 months before he was released on $3 million bond.
Mystikal told The Associated Press in April 2021 that he now is proud of lyrics he can imagine rapping to God.
His 2000 hit "Shake (It Fast) earned a 2001 Grammy nomination for best rap solo. In 2003, his "Tarantula" was nominated for best rap album and the single "Bouncin' Back" for best male rap solo.
He pleaded guilty to sexual battery later in 2003. He served six years in prison.
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Ford revealed its redesigned 2024 Mustang on Wednesday at the 2022 Detroit auto show, but the new design wasn’t the only surprise. Included in the range this time is a new track-focused Mustang Dark Horse model which boasts a version of the familiar Coyote 5.0-liter V-8 with a targeted output of 500 hp.
The Dark Horse, a trademark for which was discovered in June, isn’t actually a single model but a new performance series. In addition to the track-focused but street-legal regular Dark Horse, there will also be a track-only Dark Horse S and race-ready Dark Horse R. But more on those models later.
The track-focused Dark Horse is the model most buyers will be keen on. The car is comparable to the outgoing Mustang’s Mach 1 grade, in that it boasts extra power, more aggressive aerodynamics, and a chassis honed on the track. However, it doesn’t go all the way on the performance dial like the previous Shelby Mustangs.
The extra power is courtesy of a unique configuration for the 5.0-liter V-8, which relies on connecting rods from the previous Shelby GT500, as well as a new dual throttle-body intake design said to improve air flow into the engine. Paired to the engine is a standard 6-speed manual with a titanium shifter ball and transmission oil cooler, but the Mustang’s 10-speed automatic can be swapped in as an alternative. And crucial for long track days, the car is also fitted with an auxiliary engine oil cooler, a rear axle cooler, more powerful cooling fans, and a unique radiator that’s lighter than stock but better at cooling.
When it comes to the chassis, Ford engineers made some unique calibrations and added larger rear sway bars, a strut tower brace, a K-brace, and uprated front dampers. Magnetic ride dampers are standard at all four corners. There’s also a Torsen rear differential and powerful Brembo brakes that include 6-piston calipers biting down on 13.9-inch rotors up front.
The standard wheels are a staggered 19-inch set of alloys that come wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires, but lighter carbon-fiber wheels will be made available after launch.
Also available will be a Handling Package that adds stiffer springs, larger front and rear sway bars, a revised rear wing with an integrated Gurney flap, and wider wheels measuring 19×10.5 inches up front and 19×11 at the rear, or an inch wider front and rear than the standard wheels.
You’ll easily spot the Dark Horse thanks to unique styling treatments like the darkened surrounds for the LED headlights, darkened exhaust tips, gloss black grille with trapezoidal nostrils, and unique front fascia. Aerodynamics elements include the front splitter, side skirts, and fixed rear wing. The Dark Horse has a unique badge with a forward-facing horse, and the model comes with an exclusive shade of metallic paint called Blue Ember. Various graphics and blue paint for the brake calipers will be available.
There are treatments for the interior, too. The list includes a thicker steering wheel wrapped in suede and featuring blue accent stitching. The blue stitching extends to the door panels and seats, gear shift surround, and center console, and the seats are also blue and feature their own perforation pattern. Models equipped with the automatic also receive silver-colored shifter paddles.
The hardcore Dark Horse S and Dark Horse R models won’t be street legal and will come stripped of any features not required for track use. In place of these will be an FIA-certified roll cage, safety nets, a race seat with safety belts (front passenger seat available), and a steering wheel with quick disconnect. There will also be electrical disconnects and a fire suppression system.
Most of the standard controls will also be replaced by dedicated switches and knobs located on a new central panel. There will also be new controls for features like a pit speed limiter and a performance data recorder.
Performance upgrades over the regular Dark Horse will include upgraded brakes, Multimatic DSSV dampers, an adjustable rear wing, high-flow exhaust, hood pins, and tow hooks.
The Dark Horse R will be similar to the S but feature serialization that approves it for racing, including potentially in a new one-make series. Some of the additional upgrades will be strategic seam welding, a larger fuel cell, and unique wheels.
The 2024 Ford Mustang reaches dealerships next summer. Specific timing and pricing for the Dark Horse models will be announced closer to that date.
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BEIRUT (AP) — The news of a Lebanese dance group winning the TV competition show America’s Got Talent brought a rare moment of joy on Thursday to many in this crisis-hit Mideast country.
Mayyas, an all-female dance troupe, dazzled the show’s judges and audience on the competition’s 17th season before winning $1 million and a headlining show at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The group paid tribute to their native country during their performances and on social media in the buildup to the finale.
The victory is a major boost for any aspiring artist. But inside Lebanon, where the political leadership is scrambling to overcome years of economic and political turmoil, there was a high-profile rush to congratulate the dance troupe.
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and a handful of lawmakers congratulated Mayyas on social media, while President Michel Aoun’s office in a statement said the Lebanese head of state will award the dancers Order of Merit medallions upon their return home.
In their hypnotic winning performance in the finale, Mayyas dressed in gold-colored outfits, as they fluttered in sync on stage in a performance that brought together traditional belly-dancing and inspirations from India, the United States and the United Kingdom, where their choreographer attended years of dance workshops.
Holding white feathers, they formed a flowing snow-covered cedar tree, Lebanon’s national symbol, before they swayed together holding glowing balls like a moving constellation of stars.
Lebanese, who have been in the grip of the ongoing crises for years, found a rare moment of pride and joy in their country.
“I am among Lebanese citizens who over the past three years went through severe financial, psychological, and social crises,” Marie Ziyade, a fan of Mayyas, told The Associated Press. “I have always had hope in the people of my country, but Mayyas brought me joy.”
Lebanon’s crippling economic crisis has pushed three-quarters of its population into poverty, and resulted in a massive brain drain of young professionals leaving the country for better job opportunities abroad.
Nour Massalkhi is among a surging number of the country’s youth who left Lebanon for better jobs and lives. Since leaving in 2019 when the economy crumbled, she says she’s felt a sense of “anger and despair” watching her native country’s rapid decline from her new home in the United Arab Emirates.
But she says Mayyas’ journey to the top on America’s Got Talent is a “small glimmer of hope” that Lebanon needs.
“Their win was only one example of the hundred other artists, innovators, and entrepreneurs that continue to persevere abroad,” Massalkhi told the AP. “Everything from the music to the choreography and down to their outfits are curated with extreme precision and honors our Lebanese roots.”
The dance group’s victory was never going to stop Lebanon’s economy from spiraling or help break months of political deadlock and tensions that have followed decades of rampant corruption, nefarious financial mismanagement and sect-based power-sharing. But it may have brought a brief moment of hope for the troubled country.
“Mayyas is a group based on merit, that brings together women who have a passion for dance and are talented at it, and coordinate together to put out creative and stunning work,” Ziyade said. “I wish our government would appoint ministers and officials the same way … we could have fixed our devastated country.”
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The proposal began gaining traction three days before kickoff. Inside the Green Bay Packers offensive meetings, a think-big pitch was floated. What about starting the 2022 season with a massive home run cut?
Hear this out. First play in Minnesota in Week 1. Spread rookie speedster Christian Watson out to the right. Schoolyard go route.
It was music to Aaron Rodgers’ ears.
The four-time MVP quarterback has been impressed with Watson’s burst and figured it would be cool to give the newcomer from North Dakota State a chance to start his NFL career with some sizzle.
“We had talked about it. ‘Do you really want to start off with a bomb shot?’ ” Rodgers said. “I said, ‘Yeah. What the hell? Why not? Ya know? This kid can really fly. Let’s give him a chance.’ ”
By now, we all know what happened when that vision was put into action.
Early in the first quarter Sunday in Minneapolis, Watson lined up outside the numbers against eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback Patrick Peterson and dazed him for a split-second with a nasty outside release. Watson hit the accelerator and had 3 yards of separation when Rodgers launched a picture-perfect deep ball up the right sideline. Only when the ball reached Watson 44 yards downfield, it caromed off his hands and fell to the turf.
Instead of a 75-yard touchdown, it was a first-play incompletion on a drive that ended five snaps later with a Pat O’Donnell punt.
That proved to be a symbolic first play in the Packers’ disappointing opener, a 23-7 division road loss to the Vikings that led the outside world to begin interpreting what it all means.
Was this an early indicator of the sharp growing pains the Packers offense might face in a post-Davante Adams world, with Rodgers, an 18-year veteran, left to patiently bring along a young and unproven receiving corps while no longer having his big-moment, big-play guy?
Are the Packers suddenly vulnerable in the NFC North, reeling as they head into a second division game in Week 2 against the Chicago Bears?
Might this be the ideal time for opponents to take their crack at further flustering Rodgers as he works to figure things out with so much in flux in Green Bay?
Even with an acknowledgment that we’re barely 100 yards into the regular season’s four-and-a-half-month marathon, those remain valid questions. They just weren’t being asked this week at Halas Hall.
The Bears, in the words of defensive coordinator Alan Williams, aren’t drinking “the Kool-Aid of what the media is trying to sell that there is gloom and doom in Green Bay.”
“Don’t fall into that trap,” Williams warned.
Rodgers, he reiterated, is Rodgers.
“You’re facing one of the best in history,” Williams added. “Don’t underestimate the power of great leadership. He is a great leader and he will get those guys into shape.”
The stage is set for Sunday night at Lambeau Field with the league’s oldest rivalry digging into this juicy subplot. Will a young and hungry Bears defense have what it takes to add on to Rodgers’ September struggle? Or will the Packers quarterback find answers quickly, lighting the wick for another prime-time explosion?
‘He challenges you every day’
Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy knows as much about Rodgers’ wiring as anyone, having spent seven seasons with him in Green Bay, including the past three as the Packers quarterbacks coach.
A year ago, Getsy was with Rodgers in Week 2 as the Packers offense worked to peel itself off the pavement after being steamrolled by the New Orleans Saints 38-3 in the opener. Rodgers threw two interceptions in that loss, threw for only 133 yards and posted a 36.8 quarterback rating.
It was attention-grabbing ugliness from a team with Super Bowl aspirations.
The following week? The Packers hosted a division game at Lambeau Field in prime time. (Sound familiar?) And despite trailing the Detroit Lions 17-14 at halftime, they rolled to a 35-17 victory on “Monday Night Football.” Rodgers and Co. scored touchdowns on five of their first seven drives, rediscovering their offensive pop in a blink and restoring a sense of calm and confidence.
That quick and convincing bounce-back aided a 13-4, division-championship season with Rodgers winning the league MVP award for the second consecutive season.
“Listen,” Getsy said Thursday, “there are 17 games and it’s a season of progress. To panic over one game, to panic over one thing? (No), it’s a long year. … It’s a game. You stick to the details and what you want to be good at. And that guy is good at a lot of things.”
That wasn’t the first time Getsy had seen Rodgers and his offense make quick fixes either. Getsy was a first-year quality-control coach in 2014 when the Seahawks drubbed the Packers 36-16 in Seattle to open the season. Predictably, that lopsided loss drew national scrutiny and unearthed legitimate concerns.
Rodgers, though, returned home the next week, threw for 346 yards and three touchdowns and toppled the New York Jets. The Packers won a dozen games that season and advanced to the NFC championship.
“It’s the NFL,” Getsy said. “Every week is a new chapter. It wasn’t even like a thing.”
Which is to imply that Rodgers almost certainly found his way into the lab this week in Green Bay and devoted himself to the offense’s troubleshooting efforts while also finding ways to strike the right balance between having patience with his young teammates and reinforcing what the standard for greatness needs to be.
The internal demands not only apply to rookies such as Watson and fellow receiver Romeo Doubs but to veterans and coaches too.
“He challenges you every day to be on it,” Getsy said. “With your details. There’s no, ‘Maybe, kind of, sortas.’ You’ve got to bring it. You’ve got to know it. And the dude’s intelligence level is really high. So you better bring it.”
Balancing act
Over 18 NFL seasons, Rodgers has learned to develop proper perspective for high-level success and high-profile letdowns. So his ability to get back to center to prepare for this week’s rivalry game against the Bears has not been in question.
The bigger issue is how the Packers can accelerate their offensive evolution and growth to hit the express lane Rodgers is so used to driving in. And it’s not only Adams’ departure — in that high-profile trade with the Raiders in March — that has created a transition period. Deep threat Marquez Valdes-Scantling left for the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency. Nathaniel Hackett, the Packers offensive coordinator under Matt LaFleur for the previous three seasons, is the head coach of the Denver Broncos. Getsy, a confidante and valuable resource for Rodgers, is with the Bears.
Tom Clements is back as the quarterbacks coach, coming out of retirement in February to reunite with Rodgers. Adam Stenavich was bumped up from offensive line coach into the offensive coordinator position. Receiver coach Jason Vrable has taken on a heightened role as passing game coordinator.
Those are all rearranged parts in the Packers machine. Time is needed to get everything humming again.
Still, a lot of the early-season focus in Green Bay will remain on how Rodgers finds a rhythm with his revamped receiving corps, developing chemistry with Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins, Watson and Doubs.
To that end, Rodgers stressed this week that Rodgers will continue pressing for sharp focus on preparation and fundamentals and little details, all of it designed to make his pass catchers more instinctive and more aware of what this offense is designed to do.
“The jump happens when you don’t become a robot anymore,” Rodgers said. “You understand the ‘why’ and the ‘what.’ Why are we doing what we’re doing? What are we trying to accomplish? And it takes awhile for anybody.”
With that, inevitably, the star quarterback will have his patience tested, needing to respond in a positive manner. To that end, Rodgers said he has a tight inner circle to use as both a sounding board and as therapy. “Having an outlet to talk through any frustration is important,” he said.
Along with that comes a need to connect with his young receivers, to develop direct lines of communication to help “cut through the uneasiness and the anxiety and any of the gray area in the things that we do.”
“These guys are going to make a lot of mistakes,” Rodgers said. “The guys who don’t repeat the same mistakes are going to get more opportunities.”
In the big picture, Rodgers said, there is a sweet spot the Packers need to find in challenging their playmakers to see what they are capable of while still making sure to set them up for success.
“We don’t want to put them in a position where there’s a high likelihood of maybe not getting it right,” Rodgers said. “But we also want to let them, in the moment, feel the pressure and anxiety and the expectation of being in that moment and see how they respond. Because that’s how we’re going to know what kind of guys we’ve got.”
‘Not as comfortable’
Linebacker Roquan Smith noticed the Packers’ Week 1 result and quickly jumped to a logical conclusion about the version of Rodgers the Bears should expect to greet them Sunday.
“I’m sure he will be a little bit pissed off,” Smith said. “Hey, you wouldn’t want it any other way. Pissed off him? (You’ll) get the best version of him and then we get the (win) and it will be even sweeter.”
After four seasons of being on the wrong end of a handful of Rodgers whoopings, even Smith knows it won’t be quite that easy. Still, there’s reason to believe the Bears can add to Rodgers’ agitation Sunday night. Even with Lazard expected to return for the Packers and the offensive line getting healthier and sturdier, the have vulnerabilities the Bears can attack.
The Vikings, for example, sacked Rodgers four times.
Rodgers also had two uncharacteristic turnovers that, to the harshest critic’s eyes, might be considered examples of a quarterback pressing to compensate for his unit’s deficiencies.
Late in the first half, for example, Rodgers felt pressure in the pocket and forced a deep throw to Randall Cobb. Vikings safety Harrison Smith was there to pick it off.
It was Rodgers’ first interception in a division game since the 2019 season finale, snapping a streak of 384 passes against NFC North opponents without an interception. (He had thrown 38 touchdown passes against division foes in that span.)
“I’ve always held myself to a standard of taking care of the football and that wasn’t good enough Sunday,” Rodgers said.
Then, on the first series after halftime, a protection breakdown sent Rodgers into scramble mode on a play-action pass and, by holding the ball too long, he was smushed by a trio of Vikings and lost the ball inside his 35.
The Vikings recovered.
That was the kind of sloppiness that might force Rodgers to keep a large bottle of Advil on the sideline.
“If we just block it the way we know we’re supposed to block it, there’s going to be an opportunity to take a shot downfield,” Rodgers said. “We don’t (block it). I’ve got to move. I should throw it away. I don’t. I fumble. They get the ball back, get three points. That’s one example. There were probably three or four others.”
Those are examples the Bears should be tuned in to. To pull off the upset, they will have to force Rodgers into at least one game-changing mistake.
Rodgers knows as much and continues pushing himself and teammates to make needed corrections in practice. But then: “Can we make the right adjustments in the moment?” he said.
At this point, Rodgers emphasized, Packers players have to develop a propensity to “think quickly but have a slow mind.” He has urged them to play fast but under control. He has publicly stated that his worry about the offensive struggles is currently low.
But there are ways for the Bears to elevate it in a September game that has a chance to be tone-setting for both teams.
Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson has noticed, albeit in a one-game video package, that the 2022 Packers offense doesn’t look quite as in sync as he’s used to seeing. That, in turn, has provided glimpses of Rodgers appearing just a bit unsettled.
“You can just tell he’s not as comfortable as he’s been in the previous years,” Johnson said Thursday.
Without Adams, who scored 19 touchdowns the last two seasons, Rodgers doesn’t have the built-in big-play weapon he is used to relying on.
“His comfort is no longer there,” he said. “He’s still trying to find (someone new).”
Still, just as his defensive coordinator suggested, Johnson resisted the lure of the Kool-Aid jug, too sharp to diagnose gloom and doom in Green Bay.
Rodgers, after all, is still Rodgers.
“At the end of the day he is who he is,” Johnson said. “He is one of the greats. And he’s going to figure out a way. I feel like those guys are only going to get better.”
The task for the Bears is delaying that improvement for at least one more week.
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Garnett Querta slips on his work gloves as he shifts the big rig he’s driving into park. Within seconds, he unrolls a fire hose and opens a hydrant, sending water flowing into one of the plastic tanks on the truck’s flat bed.
His timer is set for 5 minutes, 20 seconds — when the tank will be full and he’ll turn to the second one.
The water pulled from the ground here will be piped dozens of miles across rugged landscape to serve the roughly 700,000 tourists a year who visit the Grand Canyon on the Hualapai reservation in northwestern Arizona — an operation that’s the main source of revenue for the tribe.
Despite the Colorado River bordering more than 100 miles of Hualapai land in the canyon, the tribe cannot turn to it as a water source. About a dozen tribes across the Colorado River basin similarly have yet to fully secure access to the river. Now that the river is shrinking because of overuse, drought and human-caused climate change, tribes want the federal government to ensure their interests are protected.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part of a collaborative series on the Colorado River as the 100th anniversary of the historic Colorado River Compact approaches. The Associated Press, The Colorado Sun, The Albuquerque Journal, The Salt Lake Tribune, The Arizona Daily Star and The Nevada Independent are working together to explore the pressures on the river in 2022.
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The Hualapai Tribe has a water settlement in Congress that comes with $180 million for infrastructure. Still, it could be years before a pipeline is built and water flows from the river to the main town of Peach Springs or the tribe’s tourist center at Grand Canyon West.
“It was the best of a bad deal,” said Phil Wisely, the tribe’s public services director. “And the thing is, I don’t think we could get a better deal, especially now.”
The Colorado River no longer can support the 40 million people in the U.S. West who have relied on it, plus a $15 billion agriculture industry. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation recently mandated deeper cuts to the water supply and asked seven states to find ways to conserve more.
Tribes did not get a share of the river when the states agreed to divide it and signed the Colorado River Compact in 1922.
Unlike other water users, tribes don’t lose access to water when they don’t use it. A 1908 U.S. Supreme Court decision known as the Winters Doctrine says tribes have the right to enough water to establish a permanent homeland. Often, tribes give up potentially huge water claims in exchange for an assured supply and federal funding to deliver it.
Tribal water rights — once they’re fully resolved — could add up to about one-quarter of the river’s historic flows, according to the Water & Tribes Initiative.
On the Ute Indian Tribe’s reservation east of Salt Lake City, a water settlement has been delayed for decades because not everyone now agrees on the amount the tribe should receive.
Tribal leaders say they’re tired of pressing the federal government to protect its interests. They maintain the way water has been apportioned in Utah has been unfair, though Utah state officials disagree.
“Until you start to deal with the inequities or the injustice, you can never really have any momentum going forward,” said Shaun Chapoose, chairman of the Ute Business Committee.
In a statement to The Associated Press, the Interior Department did not say how tribal water rights, which are federal rights, would be protected as the river’s flow decreases. It said it is working with tribes that are affected by drought.
Back on the Hualapai reservation, the tribe has been chasing groundwater for years.
Querta’s job is a grind, but he’s well-suited for it — analytical, quick and goal-oriented.
The truck takes a beating on the gravel and dirt road on multiple round trips of more than 30 miles most days. The side mirrors and back windows have rattled loose and are held on by red duct tape. Major truck repairs or illness can put him out of commission.
COVID-19 sidelined Querta for two weeks last year with no replacement.
“I didn’t mind because I didn’t want anybody to mess up my truck or my tanks,” said Querta. “I take care of this truck like it’s mine.”
The water he taps is sent through a pipeline just outside Peach Springs to Grand Canyon West. Revenue from tourism funds programs for the elderly, public works, the cultural center and other services. The main tourist attraction is the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge with a view of the Colorado River 4,000 feet (1,219 meters) below.
A restaurant overlooking the canyon operates with water conservation in mind — waterless urinals, faucets with sensors, bottled water and food served in disposable containers. Those practices will remain even if Hualapai gets water from the Colorado River, said operations manager Alvaro Cobia-Ruesga.
The Hualapai Tribe has long planned to expand Grand Canyon West with a store, fire and police station, housing and elementary school to serve tribal members who now ride a shuttle up to five hours round trip daily from Peach Springs and surrounding communities to their jobs there.
But without a secure source of water for Grand Canyon West, it won’t happen, said tribal Chairman Damon Clarke.
“One of the biggest things with our settlement is hope for the future and getting this not for us at this time, but for the generations ahead,” Clarke said.
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Fonseca covers Indigenous communities on the AP’s Race and Ethnicity team. Follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FonsecaAP
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Canelo Álvarez’s rivalry with Gennady Golovkin reaches the ultimate standard of modern boxing excellence this weekend when these vaunted fighters complete a trilogy.
From Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier to Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez, most of the great rivals in the sport’s recent history have engaged in at least three memorable bouts. Only the most compelling matchups can attract fans for three meetings, and the sagas often define the fighters' careers.
It's tough enough to make one bout between top boxers in this fractured promotional era. But when two elite fighters follow one compelling show with another, they're sometimes rewarded with a chance at boxing immortality — and hopefully the riches that come with it.
The first two fights of this trilogy have qualified for history. Álvarez and Golovkin fought to a contentious split draw in 2017 even though most ringside observers thought Golovkin deserved the victory. Álvarez handed Golovkin the only loss of his career in the 2018 rematch by a razor-thin majority decision that also infuriated Golovkin.
“I’m glad we are fighting for a third time, because I want to leave no doubt about who is the best,” Álvarez said. “I know he feels the same way, and that’s what makes the best fights.”
Four years after Álvarez and Golovkin staged their second meeting, they'll conclude their trilogy in Las Vegas on Saturday night. This high-level rivalry has a chance to join the best, even if it hasn't featured the knockdowns and blood that characterize most of the others.
Before Álvarez and Golovkin settle the score, here's a look at some of the greatest trilogies (or more) in the past half-century of boxing, in no particular order:
Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier
The gold standard of trilogies, both because of the fighters involved and for the way they fought. Frazier won the first meeting between two unbeaten heavyweight champions in 1971, one of the most anticipated events in sports history. Ali won the rematch by a narrow decision in 1974, and he also won the sensational third matchup — the Thrilla in Manila — when Frazier trainer Eddie Futch stopped the brutal bout after the 14th round.
Arturo Gatti vs. Micky Ward
Two relentless brawlers with iron chins and inextinguishable wills created a classic rivalry. Their first brawl in May 2002 is still a sensationally barbaric chapter in boxing history and an all-time favorite fight among many fans. Ward won a close majority decision, and Gatti evened the series with a decision six months later. Ward claimed the bruising third bout by majority decision again, and both fighters ended up in hospital trauma units.
Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Duran
These two greats clearly brought out the best in each other. Duran won their initial bout in 1980, but Leonard dug deep to become a tougher, harder-hitting version of himself. He demonstrated it in the rematch when he forced Duran to turn his back and quit in the eighth round of the famed “No más" fight. The third bout nine years later was an anticlimax, but Leonard cemented his superiority with a decision.
Marco Antonio Barrera vs. Erik Morales
Two Mexican greats gave their all in three bouts over nearly five years, providing the defining moments of both fighters’ careers. Morales won the all-action first meeting in February 2000 by split decision, infuriating Barrera. Barrera won the more tactical second bout by unanimous decision, infuriating Morales. The third meeting in November 2004 was a razor-thin majority-decision victory for Barrera in another unforgettable slugfest.
Jeff Harding vs. Dennis Andries
An underrated classic trilogy known only to true fight fans. Harding became the first Australian light heavyweight world champion by stopping Andries in the 12th round of a violent first meeting in 1989, but the Brit stopped Harding to reclaim his belt a year later. Harding won the rubber match by majority decision in 1991 in yet another slugfest. This rivalry deserves more acclaim.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Juan Manuel Márquez
This one was a tetralogy: The Filipino champion and his Mexican rival met four times over eight years. They fought to a draw in 2004 even though Pacquiao knocked down Márquez three times in the first round. Pacquiao eked out a split decision when they met again in 2008, and Pacquiao's majority-decision victory in the third match further infuriated Márquez. He ended the rivalry in December 2012 with a spectacular sixth-round knockout that left Pacquiao unconscious, facedown on the canvas.
Riddick Bowe vs. Evander Holyfield
Two gifted fighters from a rich era of heavyweight contenders met three times over three years. The first meeting in 1992 was an exemplary heavyweight bout, and Bowe rarely looked better than he did in his decision victory. Holyfield won a close majority decision in a rematch best known for James “Fan Man” Miller crashing his paraglider into the ring. The third meeting was brutal, with both fighters scoring a knockdown before Bowe became the first man to knock out Holyfield.
Israel Vázquez vs. Rafael Márquez
Another tetralogy between two Mexican super bantamweights still remembered fondly by anybody with a taste for heedless violence. Márquez broke Vázquez's nose in the first round of the first meeting, and Vázquez eventually quit on his stool. Vázquez won the rematch, stopping Márquez in another brutal fight. The third bout occurred less than a year after the first, and Vázquez won by a narrow split decision. Two exhausted, damaged fighters met a fourth time, and Márquez finished Vázquez.
Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder
The most recent trilogy on this list had a wealth of exciting moments between two heavyweights with sharply contrasting strengths and styles. Fury was on his way to a tactical victory in the first meeting in 2018 before Wilder flattened him in the 12th round. Fury improbably rose and survived to the bell for a split draw. Fury dominated the rematch, knocking down Wilder twice before it was stopped in the seventh. Wilder and Fury both scored knockdowns early in the third bout in October 2021, but Fury finished Wilder in the 11th.
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Gianluca Scamacca scored a cracker but West Ham made hard work of a 3-2 victory at Danish side Silkeborg in the Europa Conference League.
The Italy striker, a £30million summer signing from Sassuolo, scored with a stunning strike in between a penalty from Manuel Lanzini and Craig Dawson’s header.
But it was not all plain sailing for David Moyes’ side as, just as they had against Romanian side FCSB a week ago, they conceded the first goal.
And they were hanging on for the final 15 minutes after Soren Tengstedt pulled one back before eventually making it two wins from two in Europe this season.
Silkeborg, fourth in the Danish Superliga and managed by former Aston Villa defender Kent Nielsen, stunned the Premier League team by taking the lead after just five minutes.
The ball was pulled back for Kasper Kusk to sidefoot past wrongfooted Hammers keeper Alphonse Areola from the edge of the area.
With West Ham struggling to get to grips with the artificial pitch at Silkeborg’s modern JYSK Park stadium, Lukas Engel almost doubled the advantage with a shot which flew across goal and wide.
However, the lead lasted only six minutes before Maxwel Cornet was pushed to the ground by Tobias Salquist and Lanzini hauled the Hammers level from the penalty spot.
After 25 minutes the visitors had the lead through a Scamacca special. Cornet intercepted a loose pass and played in the Italian, who let fly from 20 yards with a scorcher which flew high into the net.
Silkeborg should have equalised when Nicklas Helenius headed home from a corner but it was ruled out for a foul, with no VAR in operation to overturn what looked to be the wrong decision.
Then Dawson, who has been out injured since West Ham’s first pre-season friendly, marked his return to the side with the third goal, a trademark header from Aaron Cresswell’s corner, eight minutes before half-time.
With a trip to his former club Everton on Sunday in mind, Moyes gave Declan Rice, Lucas Paqueta and Scamacca a breather, with Tomas Soucek, Said Benrahma and Jarrod Bowen sent on.
But when Bowen gave the ball away and Lanzini mistimed a challenge, Silkeborg broke clear and halved the deficit through Tengstedt.
And the Hammers were almost pegged back when the ball landed at the feet of Tonni Adamsen, but Areola denied him an equaliser with a fine save.
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Two trial dates lined up for suspects in Deven Brooks homicide
Trials scheduled to begin in 2023
RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB) - Two suspects accused in the death of Deven Brooks, 27, of Ball, appeared before Rapides Parish Judge Greg Beard for hearings Thursday, Sept. 15.
The court set trial dates for Terrance Lavalais and Tremaine Veal, who each face one count of aggravated kidnapping and one count of second-degree murder in the death of Brooks.
The Alexandria Police Department found Brooks shot in the head on the edge of the Red River on Jan. 11, 2022, after the Ball Police Department received reports that Brooks had possibly been abducted the night of Jan. 9. Brooks’ mother said in May that her son and Jamaria Randle, the third suspect accused in Brooks’ death, were once in a relationship. Randle also faces one count each of aggravated kidnapping and second-degree murder.
Lavalais will go before a jury on Jan. 30, 2023, and Veal will go to trial on Feb. 6, 2023.
Assistant District Attorney Lea Hall, who is prosecuting all three suspects’ cases, said he anticipates trying Randle first in January, but she has yet to go before Judge Chris Hazel.
Randle will appear in court on Oct. 13. A trial date could be set then.
Christopher LaCour is acting as defense for Lavalais, Darrell Hickman represents Veal and Chad Guillot represents Randle.
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Shire of Augusta-Margaret River asks residents to remain vigilant amid Mindful Earth Sanctuary concerns
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has asked Karridale residents to seek legal advice rather than resort to violence amid concerns about visitors and risks to livestock allegedly posed by Mindful Earth Sanctuary.
The request comes after Karridale residents told the Times angst at the backpacker-driven settlement off Moodjar Way meant some community members were ready to fight back against alleged trespassing.
Sanctuary owner Boh Morel categorically denied any alleged criminality by those visiting or living on the property, and he questioned whether neighbours were sure of their facts amid a boom in van travellers and tourists visiting the southern end of the shire.
In March, the Times reported the Shire had shut down one event and warned against anyone attending a second weekend festival advertised at the sanctuary.
Among the concerns listed were bushfire safety risks, noise, safety and amenity issues, as well as alleged illegal camping and complaints from neighbours.
The Shire was also prosecuting Mr Morel for alleged unauthorised construction.
The Times later reported a French backpacker was injured and required medical attention after falling into a deep, unguarded hole during one event.
Mr Morel said the Shire had not prosecuted him for camping, but under development laws instead.
“We were presented with a demand that all people staying at Mindful Earth must leave,” he told the Times.
“We were given three weeks last November to comply. We refused … and subsequently charged.
“Ironically, neither charge had anything to do with illegal campers on the land.
“They charged us with not having a building permit and holding of illegal events.
“This is not about building permits, or illegal events. This is about the right to build beautiful communities, creative communities, on farm land.”
Shire president Paula Cristoffanini said neighbours were asked to remain vigilant and report any activity including unauthorised building works to the Shire or other relevant authorities.
Residents were advised the Shire and rangers would take further action on any complaints lodged between now and the February court date.
“Shire rangers can be called if there are trespassing or nuisance animals, but acknowledges land owners’ right to shoot a trespassing animal that poses a threat to people or animals on their property,” she said.
“Trespassing of people on private property and excessive noise should be reported to police.
“The Shire doesn’t condone any act of violence against another person and would recommend that you seek independent legal advice on lawful measures you can take to protect your property from trespass or biosecurity risks.”
Augusta police officer-in-charge David Wall said he had investigated the trespassing concerns and no charges were laid as a result.
He reassured residents police were keeping an eye on the site.
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(The Hill) – California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) launched a billboard campaign in several red states on Thursday, touting access to abortion in the Golden State.
“Just launched billboards in 7 of the most restrictive anti-abortion states that explain how women can access care–no matter where they live,” Newsom said in a tweet. “To any woman seeking an abortion in these anti-freedom states: CA will defend your right to make decisions about your own health.”
The billboards — going up in Texas, Indiana, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota and Oklahoma — advertise the state’s new reproductive health website.
The website, abortion.ca.gov, provides information about accessing abortion in California, including traveling to obtain an abortion. Newsom announced the website’s launch on Tuesday, just hours after Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) unveiled new legislation for a 15-week national abortion ban.
Newsom’s new billboard campaign features slogans like “Texas doesn’t own your body. You do.” and “Need an abortion? California is ready to help.” One billboard quotes the Bible — typically cited by anti-abortion activists — saying “Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no greater commandment than these.”
This is not Newsom’s first foray into other states’ politics this election year, fueling rumors of a potential 2024 presidential run.
The California governor, who is running for reelection this year, ran ads in Florida in early July, slamming Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) and encouraging Floridians to move to California. Later that same month, Newsom ran ads in several Texas newspapers, criticizing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) on abortion access and gun violence.
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EUROPA LEAGUE ROUND-UP: Feyenoord run riot as they hit Sturm Graz for SIX while former Crystal Palace striker Alexander Sorloth helps Real Sociedad see off Omonia to stay above Manchester United in Group E
- There was plenty of drama across the Europa League on Thursday evening
- Feyenoord were the biggest scorers as they ran out 6-0 winners vs Sturm Graz
- Rennes against Fenerbahce descended into late drama with a penalty late on
- Alexander Sorloth scored a crucial winner for Real Sociedad against Omonia
Feyenoord showed no mercy on Sturm Graz as the Dutch side ran riot at their De Kuip stadium with a 6-0 win in the Europa League.
The Dutch side are formidable at home and went into the game having won eight of their last nine home matches in European competition.
It soon dawned on Sturm Graz just how big the task ahead was when former Brighton winger Alireza Jahanbakhsh fired them ahead after nine minutes.
Feyenoord made light work of Sturm Graz as they hit them for six in the Europa League
There was late salvation for Real Sociedad so they remain ahead of Manchester United
David Hancko, Danilo and Jahanbakhsh made it 4-0 before half-time and there was still time for more as Santiago Gimenez and Oussama Idrissi struck to cap off a 6-0 win.
It proved the perfect response in Group F from Feyenoord after they lost their opening match 4-2 away to Lazio.
Feyenoord are top but all teams remain on three points and it is up for grabs with two rounds of group matches down.
Feyenoord produced an attacking clinic as they scored six of their eight shots on target
Elsewhere, Real Sociedad kept themselves in top spot and ahead of Manchester United in Group E after a late winner from Alexander Sorloth.
Sorloth, formerly of Crystal Palace, has found a home in Real Sociedad and has had to step up since the departure of strike partner Alexander Isak to Newcastle for £60million.
He did just that on Thursday with Omonia digging in for a draw after Bruno Felipe had cancelled out Ander Guevara's opening strike.
With 10 minutes to go the ball was played through to Sorloth and he made no mistake on the finish, sliding past Fabiano in the Omonia goal.
There was even later drama between 10-man Rennes and Fenerbahce, though.
Rennes were attempting to hold on to victory after Hamari Traore had been sent off in the 83rd minute - only to be undone deep into stoppage time.
Rennes' Martin Terrier (middle) pays tribute to recently injured team-mate Baptiste Santamaria
It proved a fiery atmosphere in France and stewards had to attend to a flare by the away fans
With the clock at 90+2 minutes, former West Ham striker Enner Valencia stepped up to slot home from the penalty spot for Fenerbahce, rescuing a point on the road for the less-than-impressive Turkish visitors.
Michael Gregoritsch scored twice for Freiburg in their 3-0 win away to Olympiacos to make it six points from six in Group G, with second-placed Qarabag easing Nantes aside 3-0 in Baku.
There was history made at Real Betis with Joaquin becoming the oldest player ever in Europa League history as he struck in their 3-2 win over Ludogorets. At 41 years and 56 days, Joaquin becomes the oldest goalscorer in the competition history.
Luiz Henrique, Joaquin and Sergio Canales netted one apiece for Betis to lead Group C with six points.
In Group D, Braga, who sit top, secured a 1-0 victory over Union Berlin, while Union Saint-Gilloise defeated Malmo 3-2 .
Alexander Sorloth (right) has to be key for Real Sociedad and he stepped up when it counted
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We know some of you took a huge gasp when you read that title, but it’s not as bad as it sounds. Grammy award winning rapper Cardi B woman’d up and plead guilty to two misdemeanor charges of assault and reckless endangerment for her role in a 2018 bottle-throwing incident at a Queens strip club.
In exchange for the mother of two, Cardi B, avoids the slammer however she has to perform 15 days of community service.
Cardi B in a statement regarding her plea deal had this to say.
“Part of growing up and maturing is being accountable for your actions,” “As a mother, it’s a practice that I am trying to instill in my children, but the example starts with me. I’ve made some bad decisions in my past that I am not afraid to face and own up to. These moments don’t define me and they are not reflective of who I am now. I’m looking forward to moving past this situation with my family and friends and getting back to the things I love the most — the music and my fans.”
The alleged incident took place at Angels Strip Club in Queens, back in August 2018. Two bartenders working at the club alleged that Cardi B had ordered her associates to attack them with champagne bottles and chairs stemming from suspicions that one of them had allegedly slept with her husband, Offset.
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A major change is coming to the Mets’ organization soon.
On Thursday, the Mets announced that team president Sandy Alderson will step down from his role once the team identifies a successor. No timetable was given for that. Alderson won’t be totally disappearing though, as he’ll transition into a new role as special advisor to owners Steve and Alex Cohen and the club’s senior leadership team.
“For me personally and for the organization, it’s the right time for this transition,” Alderson, 74, said in a statement released by the team just an hour before their Thursday night game against the Pirates.
“We are having a successful season, we have made several key additions to our senior leadership team and we have built a strong and forward-thinking culture. When the time comes, I am looking forward to continuing to support Steve, Alex and the organization in a new role.”
Alderson was originally hired by the Mets as general manager after the 2010 season. He was the team’s GM for the 2015 World Series run and remained in that role until being diagnosed with cancer in 2018, causing him to take a leave of absence. When the 2018 season ended, he decided not to return. While Alderson has been cancer-free since then, he did not come back to the Mets until 2020, when the Cohens bought the team and appointed him team president.
“When I asked Sandy to come back to the team, it was for a defined period of time and with a specific mandate —revive our culture and this iconic franchise for our fans, partners and employees,” Steve Cohen said. “Sandy has done those very things and more and we have begun a search for his successor.”
Whenever that successor is named, they will step into a much better situation than Alderson did in 2010, as former owner Fred Wilpon was tangled up in the Bernie Madoff scandal. Alderson did an admirable job of helping to clean the Wilpon stench off the franchise, which is now in much better hands thanks to his tenure in the front office.
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PITTSBURGH (AP)The Pittsburgh Steelers placed star outside linebacker T.J. Watt on injured reserve Thursday, meaning he will miss a minimum of four games while recovering from a left pectoral injury.
The Steelers already had ruled Watt out for Sunday’s visit by New England. The NFL’s reigning defensive player of the year sustained the injury in the fourth quarter of last week’s overtime victory against Cincinnati.
Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said earlier in the week that Watt’s injury wasn’t as bad as initially feared. Watt received multiple opinions during the week and does not need surgery, which opened the door for him to return at some point this season.
The Steelers filled Watt’s spot on the 53-man roster by signing David Anenih off Tennessee’s practice squad. Anenih spent training camp with the Titans after being signed as an undrafted rookie free agent out of Houston. Tennessee waived Anenih before signing him to the practice squad.
Anenih collected 20 1/2 sacks in four seasons with the Cougars.
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Ukraine's president: Mass grave found near recaptured city
Ukrainian authorities found a mass burial site near a recaptured northeastern city previously occupied by Russian forces, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday night.
“A mass grave of people was found in Izium in the Kharkiv region. The necessary procedures have already begun there. More information — clear, verifiable information — should be available tomorrow,” Zelenskyy said in his nightly televised address.
Associated Press journalists saw the site in a forest outside Izium on Thursday. A mass grave bore a marker saying it contained the bodies of 17 Ukrainian soldiers. It was surrounded by hundreds of individual graves with only crosses to mark them.
Zelenskyy invoked the names of other Ukrainian cities where authorities said retreating Russian troops left behind mass civilian graves and evidence of alleged war crimes.
“Bucha, Mariupol, now, unfortunately, Izium. … Russia leaves death everywhere. And it must be held accountable for it. The world must bring Russia to real responsibility for this war,” he said.
Russia's forces left Izium and other parts of the Kharkiv region last week amid a stunning Ukrainian counteroffensive. On Wednesday, Zelenskyy made a rare trip outside Ukraine's capital to watch the raising of the national flag at Izium's city hall.
Sergei Bolvinov, a senior investigator for Ukrainian police in the eastern Kharkiv region, told British TV broadcaster Sky News that a pit contained more than 440 bodies was discovered near Izium after Kyiv’s forces swept in. He described the grave as “one of the largest burial sites in any one liberated city.”
“We know that some (of the people buried in the pit) were shot, some died from artillery fire, from so called mine-explosion traumas. Some died from airstrikes. Also, we have information that a lot of bodies have not been identified yet” Bolvinov said.
Ukraine’s deputy interior minister, Yevhen Enin, said Thursday night that evidence of the occupying Russian troops setting up multiple “torture chambers” where both Ukrainian citizens and foreigners were detained “in completely inhuman conditions” was found in cities and towns recaptured during Kyiv’s sweeping advance into the Kharkiv region.
“We have already come across the exhumation of individual bodies, not only with traces of a violent death, but also of torture — cut off ears, etc. This is just the beginning,” Enin said in an interview with Ukraine’s Radio NV. His description matched at least half a dozen reports made by Kharkiv regional police representatives since last weekend.
He claimed that among those held at one of the sites were students from an unspecified Asian country who were captured at a Russian checkpoint as they tried to leave for Ukrainian-controlled territory.
Enin did not specify where the students were held, although he named the small cities of Balakliya and Volchansk as two locations where the alleged torture chambers were found. His account could not be immediately verified independently.
“All these traces of war crimes are now carefully documented by us. And we know from the experience of Bucha that the worst crimes can only be exposed over time,” Enin said, in a reference to a Kyiv suburb where the bodies of hundreds of civilians were discovered following the Russian army’s withdrawal from the area in March.
Earlier Thursday, Zelenskyy said that during the five months the Russians occupied the region, they “only destroyed, only deprived, only took away. They left behind devastated villages; in some of them there is not a single undamaged house. The occupiers turned schools into garbage dumps, and churches — shattered, literally turned into toilets.”
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Hanna Arhirova in Kyiv and Joanna Koslowska in London contributed reporting.
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Rutherford jumped out to a 4-0 lead by halftime and cruised to a 6-0 win over Secaucus in Secaucus.
Leo Santana had a big game for the Bulldogs, finishing with two goals and two assists.
Sean Doyle also scored twice, and Daniel Geltrude and Alejandro Miranda each had a goal and an assist.
Rutherford improved to 3-0 and Secaucus fell to 2-1.
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Gunning for justice: What is the truth about the fatal shooting of an unarmed man that has sent relations between police and the black community to a new low?
- Chris Kaba, 24, died after he was shot following a car chase with Met police
- A police officer involved in the incident was suspended pending investigation
- Hundreds took to the streets following Mr Kaba's death in a protest led his family
Shortly before 10pm on September 5, residents in Kirkstall Gardens, a street in Streatham Hill, South London, were disturbed by the sound of screeching tyres.
One of the people who peered out of the window to investigate was a young mother who was putting her eight-year-old daughter to bed.
Outside, she saw a car — it turned out to be an Audi Q8 — surrounded by police officers.
'Get out of the car, get out of the car,' she heard them shout to the driver. Moments later there was a loud bang. 'There was one single shot, she said. 'It was terrifying.'
The bullet from the police marksmen entered the windscreen and hit the target: a 24-year-old man who was still sitting behind the wheel. He died later in hospital.
His name was Chris Kaba. He had a fiancee and was about to become a father. He was also black and unarmed.
Many of you might not be aware of this story given the momentous national events of the past week.
But it would be impossible to overstate the anger Chris Kaba's death has caused in the black community at a time when confidence and trust in the Metropolitan Police is at an all-time low.
Chris Kaba, 24, had a fiancee and was about to become a father when he died earlier this month
Viewed from the doorstep or a window overlooking the spot where Chris Kaba died, a policeman opening fire on a young black man sitting in his car might have looked like a scene from downtown Los Angeles or Detroit
Hundreds attended a peaceful protest in Central London, led by his parents, in the wake of the shooting.
'Would he have died in such circumstances if he was white?' they asked, the question — or rather the allegation — which is at the centre of this tragic episode.
The firearms officer who pulled the trigger has been suspended and is under investigation for murder or manslaughter by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), the police watchdog.
However, his removal from all duties triggered a backlash within the ranks of the Metropolitan Police this week.
Colleagues are now threatening to hand in their weapons in protest at the decision and are preparing to step back from armed duties once the Queen's funeral is over.
The decision to suspend him, they say, was taken to 'placate public anger, pure and simple' and had also resulted in 'ill-informed commentary from those in positions of power', the staff association representing every constable, sergeant, inspector and chief inspector wrote on Twitter.
He has been made a scapegoat, in other words.
MP Harriet Harman was among the signatories to a letter calling it 'incomprehensible' that the officer had not been disciplined, while the director of the charity Inquest, which supports bereaved families, declared: 'There is rightly anger and frustration at yet another black man whose life has been cut short after the use of lethal force by police.'
It would be impossible to overstate the anger Chris Kaba's death has caused in the black community at a time when confidence and trust in the Metropolitan Police is at an all-time low
Parallels have been drawn with the death of Mark Duggan (left) in 2011, which sparked the biggest riots in recent British history. In 2015, 28-year-old Jermaine Baker (right) was shot dead in Tottenham, North London. He was also sitting in an Audi. He was also black and unarmed
The killing of Chris Kaba could not have come at a worse time for the new Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley, who has been left with a legacy of controversies — including the exposure of a canteen culture in some stations where misogynistic, sexist and racist behaviour was prevalent — that ended with the ousting of his predecessor, Dame Cressida Dick.
The challenge he faces was summed up by a placard left at the scene of the shooting, at the junction of Kirkstall Gardens and New Park Road, which reads: 'Jail the killer cops.'
It went on to describe what happened as 'plain murder by an officer who felt assured he would get away with the murder of a black man — because police officers have nearly always got away with that . . .'
On the fateful night in question, viewed from the doorstep or a window overlooking the spot where Chris Kaba died, a policeman opening fire on a young black man sitting in his car might have looked like a scene from downtown Los Angeles or Detroit.
But drowned out in the chorus of anti-police comments — perhaps inevitably so — was information that provided a fuller context to the fatal shooting.
First, the high-speed pursuit which preceded the bloodshed started after the Audi Chris Kaba was driving was flagged on automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras because the car had been linked to a previous firearms incident a few days earlier. The vehicle, it turned out, was not registered in his name.
Was the Audi stolen? Did he borrow it from the owner who was wanted by the police?
We were unable to get an answer from the law firm which represents the Kaba family.
The car Chris Kaba was driving was flagged on automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras because the car had been linked to a previous firearms incident a few days earlier
Police performed CPR on Mr Kaba at the scene and he was rushed to hospital but died shortly after
Hundreds attended a peaceful protest in Central London, led by his parents, in the wake of the shooting
Second, the chase ended when the Audi was stopped using what is known as 'tactical contact' which, in layman's terms, means it was rammed or shunted.
After the Audi had come to a halt, at least two police cars managed to box the vehicle in.
This is what a witness told the London Evening Standard happened next. 'Armed police jumped out and were shouting at the man, 'Get out of the car,' the witness said.
'It was at least a dozen times. The guy in the car had a lot of opportunities to stop but he refused. He then started driving forwards towards a police car and smashed into it then reversed, he just wouldn't stop the vehicle.'
Third, little or no account has been taken of the unimaginable stress firearms officers are under in such situations.
To open fire, they need a reasonable and honest belief that their own life — or the lives of others — is in peril.
Decisions are usually split-second and almost always life-or-death. A sudden movement, a twitch of the hand, say, however innocent, can be misinterpreted in the white-heat intensity of the moment.
In this case, the car being pursued had been linked to a previous firearms incident so there must have been a reasonable expectation that the driver was armed.
He wasn't, of course, but he was known to the police, something we shall come to shortly.
Taken out of context, the fact a suspect turns out not to have been armed can easily be used to paint a damning picture of police brutality.
Protests were staged in London on Saturday September 10 demanding justice in the Chris Kaba case
Flowers and candles left on Kirkstall Gardens in tribute to Mr Kaba, who died after being hit by a single firearm round
The loss of a young life in such violent circumstances is devastating for those who knew and loved Chris Kaba. However, a theme running through some of the coverage, and previous cases, is that there is an equivalence between policing in Britain and policing in the U.S.
No individual police officer has ever been found guilty of murder or manslaughter following a fatal police shooting in England and Wales.
The Met has 3,200 officers who are involved in countless operations but only rarely is a firearm ever discharged.
'Being a firearms officer in London is one of the world's toughest jobs,' the Metropolitan Police Federation statement reminded everyone after the death of Chris Kaba.
'Officers — volunteers — know the responsibility/accountability that comes with it and deserve our support.'
In 2015, 28-year-old Jermaine Baker was shot dead in Tottenham, North London. He was also sitting in an Audi. He was also black and unarmed.
The officer who killed him was the subject of a homicide investigation, too.
Jermaine Baker, it later transpired, was part of a criminal gang that was trying to ambush a prison van to spring a suspect from custody and an inquiry concluded that the officer who opened fire had acted lawfully.
Parallels have similarly been drawn, by some who have attacked the police over the death of Chris Kaba, with the death of Mark Duggan in 2011, which sparked the biggest riots in recent British history.
What is not mentioned, though, is that Duggan was a gangster and an exhaustive three-and-a-half year investigation by the police watchdog completely exonerated of any wrongdoing the officer who shot him following a car chase.
Chris Kaba, on the other hand, the eldest of three brothers, was from a church-going family who originally came from the Congo and had begun an apprenticeship to become an architect.
He went to the same Croydon school as Manchester United star Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The two were friends. The footballer, also of Congolese descent, changed his Instagram profile picture to #JUSTICEFORCHRIS after he was killed. His family have spoken about a wonderful young man who was excited about pending fatherhood. 'He was a good boy not involved in trouble,' said his father, Prosper Kaba, a financial adviser.
His son, though, had been released from custody more than a year ago after being sentenced to four years in a young offenders' institution for possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence in January 2019.
The conviction followed an incident in Canning Town on December 30, 2017, when there were reports of gun shots fired, but no one was injured.
Chis Kaba was also a member of a 'drill' rap collective known as 67, who were nominated as best newcomer in the 2016 Music of Black Origin awards (MOBOs).
'Drill' music is a genre which has been blamed for fuelling bloody turf wars between rival gangs.
Members of 67, formed in Brixton Hill, South London, in 2012, have criminal records for firearms and knife possession offences. Ten of the group were jailed in 2018 and 2019 for a county lines drug- dealing operation.
The police have called 67 a 'criminal gang' and have shut down several sell-out shows for fear of violence.
Chris Kaba, who was known as Mad Itch according to posts on social media, was among a second wave of members, rapping on tracks and appearing in music videos shot on South London estates from 2016.
There is nothing to suggest that he was involved in 67's criminal activities.
Family members stressed that he was no longer part of 67 and was devoted to his fiancee and looking forward to becoming a father.
The police watchdog has insisted that evidence, not public pressure, resulted in the investigation into the death of Chris Kaba being upgraded to a homicide inquiry.
His family, it is believed, will be allowed to watch police video of the incident that led to the killing. Officers were wearing body cameras, and a helicopter fitted with a camera was following the car Chris Kaba was in.
Back in Kirkstall Gardens, where he died, there was sympathy for the police.
'In my opinion you have to obey the police when they give you an order to stop,' said one woman. 'Why did he not stop?'
Stop-and-search powers have, over the years, eroded the black community's trust in the police.
There were 79,933 searches of white suspects and 74,079 of black suspects in the past year (September 2021 to August 2022), according to the Metropolitan Police website.
As London's white population is four times higher (4,881,636 compared to 1,272,276), it means black people are four times more likely to be stopped.
Nevertheless, if Chris Kaba had stopped when the blue lights behind him started flashing, he might still be alive today.
This has been all but forgotten in the aftermath of the shooting.
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Gov. Glenn Youngkin, campaigning in Nevada on Thursday with Joe Lombardo, the state's GOP candidate for governor, said his focus on K-12 education in Virginia, particularly parents' rights, is a model for electoral success.
"We had a chance last year to make a statement," Youngkin told more than 2,000 Lombardo supporters at Liberty Baptist Church in Las Vegas. "Now it's your turn."
Youngkin said parental concerns about COVID school shutdowns, school safety and not having a sufficient voice in their children's education helped propel his victory.
"They were tired of all of the progressive liberal steps to take their children from them," Youngkin said. "You're tired, too. So I want to tell you - you can do this."
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Lombardo, the Clark County sheriff, is taking on Gov. Steve Sisolak, a Democrat who has held the office since 2019. Youngkin and Lombardo were to campaign together again later Thursday in Reno.
Before Youngkin joined him on stage in Las Vegas, Lombardo said of Youngkin: "He's got the title as the education governor. I'm going to take it away from him."
Nevada is an early primary state, which underscores speculation that Youngkin is seriously considering a run for president in 2024. In recent weeks Youngkin also has campaigned for GOP candidates for governor in Maine, Michigan and Nebraska. His schedule includes an upcoming stop to back Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, who is seeking re-election.
Youngkin, clad in his trademark red vest, once again took the stage to Norman Greenbaum's 1969 tune "Spirit in the Sky," an allusion to his assertion that his successful campaign captured the spirit of Virginia. The governor also has a Spirit of Virginia political action committee.
"Last year something different happened," Youngkin said in Las Vegas. "We ignited the spirit of Virginia and that moment ignited the spirit across America."
Youngkin pointedly criticized President Joe Biden for holding a White House ceremony Tuesday to tout the "Inflation Reduction Act" hours after a new report showed prices ticked up 0.1% in August compared with the month before.
"This week we learned that inflation is increasing, not decreasing," Youngkin said. "We all of a sudden recognize that what they are doing is making it worse, not better."
Youngkin noted that in addition to rising prices for groceries and homes, "gas prices are at extraordinary levels - $5 a gallon in Nevada."
While gas prices in Nevada are down from their June peak, as in Virginia, they remain stubbornly high in Western states, according to AAA. The average price for a regular gallon of gas in Nevada is $4.936, compared with $3.442 in Virginia.
In 2021 Youngkin led a GOP sweep that ended Virginia Democrats' 12-year winning streak in statewide races. He referred to his election on Thursday with a bit of hyperbole.
"All Virginians stood up and locked arms," Youngkin said, asserting that "we won the Latino vote, we won the Asian vote."
Youngkin received about 50.6% of the vote statewide. Exit polls reported by CNN and The Washington Post showed Democrat Terry McAuliffe prevailed among Hispanic and Asian American voters by wide margins.
Dave Teis, founder and senior pastor of Liberty Baptist Church, trained for the ministry in Lynchburg at what was then Liberty Baptist College.
The Nevada Independent reported Wednesday that the church where Youngkin appeared with Lombardo Thursday opposes homosexuality and that during a December 2018 sermon Teis referred to what he termed "the demoralizing, degrading, filthy, horrible sin of homosexuality."
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S. Korea adds 807,000 jobs on-year in August, growth slows amid uncertainty
SEOUL, Sept. 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea added jobs for the 18th straight month in August, but the pace of its growth slowed down for the third month in a row amid economic uncertainties, data showed Friday.
The number of employed people stood at 28.41 million last month, up 807,000 from a year earlier, according to the data compiled by Statistics Korea.
The August figure was lower than the on-year increase of 826,000 tallied the previous month.
The country's jobless rate fell 0.5 percentage point on-year to 2.1 percent in August, the data showed.
The data came as South Korea is facing multiple economic challenges, such as high inflation and slowing growth, amid external uncertainties over the ongoing Russia-Ukraine War and global monetary tightening.
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Shortly after the Uvalde shootings Governor Abbott repeatedly said we must focus on mental health issues. As a retired mental health professional I hoped he meant it but was suspicious that he was merely trying to keep the conversation away from gun control.
Since the shooting he has done nothing about mental health nor has he referenced mental health in his campaign re-election ads. Instead his ads imply that he has championed funding for education.
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A man from a community on the Arizona-Utah line that's long been home to a polygamous group pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal charges of tampering with evidence, weeks after being stopped on a highway with young girls in an enclosed trailer.
Samuel Bateman was indicted earlier this month on three counts of destroying records and tampering with criminal proceedings. He pleaded not guilty in U.S. Magistrate Court in Flagstaff, a mountain city where he was arrested in late August by a state police agency after someone spotted small fingers in a gap of the trailer’s rear door.
Authorities found three girls, between the ages of 11 and 14, in the trailer he was hauling through Flagstaff, according to court documents. The trailer had a makeshift toilet, a couch, camping chairs and no ventilation, the documents state. The documents didn't say if the girls are related to Bateman, and it wasn't discussed during Thursday's hearing.
Federal prosecutor Patrick Schneider said Bateman talked to supporters in Colorado City, Arizona, from the Coconino County Jail in Flagstaff and instructed them to delete communications sent through a private messaging system, and demanded all women and girls obtain passports.
Schneider said the state child welfare agency has removed children from Bateman’s home in Colorado City where the FBI recently served a search warrant.
A spokesman for the Arizona Department of Child Safety declined to comment Thursday, citing confidentiality laws. The FBI said the search warrant is sealed.
Bateman posted bond on the state charges but was arrested again in Colorado City by federal authorities who were investigating whether children were being transported across state lines for sexual activity, Schneider said.
Samuel Bateman previously pleaded not guilty to three counts of child abuse in an Arizona state court, court documents show.
Bateman's attorney, Adam Zickerman, cautioned against inferring the federal case was about religious persecution, though he didn't specify Bateman's faith or say if he practices polygamy.
Schneider cited a pretrial services report in saying that Bateman had relationships with multiple women but also didn't mention whether Bateman belonged to any polygamous groups.
Both the U.S. Attorney's Office in Arizona and Zickerman declined to comment following Thursday's court hearing, as did two women who were sitting in the gallery and met with Zickerman.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Camille Bibles ordered that Bateman remain behind bars while the case wind through the courts, noting she was concerned about young girls in vulnerable positions.
“Courts have a tremendous interest in protecting people who can’t protect themselves,” she said.
Bateman listed a home address in Colorado City, where a patchwork of devout members of the polygamous Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, or FLDS, ex-church members and those who don’t practice the beliefs live. Both Colorado City and its sister community of Hildale, Utah, have seen significant cultural shifts in recent years.
The FLDS group run by imprisoned leader Warren Jeffs has lost much of its control over the communities. Jeffs is serving a life sentence in a Texas prison for child sex abuse related to underage marriages.
Polygamy is a legacy of the early teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but the mainstream church abandoned the practice in 1890 and now strictly prohibits it. Bateman leads a small offshoot of the polygamous sect, according to the Salt Lake Tribune.
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A turtle sign on 120th Rd. reminds drivers to slow down for Sunflower Wind farm equipment. Turbine parts for the wind farm are to begin arriving Oct. 3.
Marion city workers replace a summer-theme welcome banner Tuesday with a fall-them banner.
Marion quarterback Jack Lanning narrowly escapes a tackler in the first quarter but was called on the play for intentional grounding.
Goessel's Rylee Walker (21) goes up to block Saturday against Central Christian. Goessel won 3 and lost 2 matches, picking up fourth place.
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WFO MIDLAND/ODESSA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
The National Weather Service in Midland has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Gaines County in western Texas...
Northwestern Dawson County in western Texas...
* Until 745 PM CDT.
* At 645 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Welch, or 19
miles northwest of Lamesa, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include...
Lamesa, Welch, Lamesa Municipal Airport, Los Ybanez, Punkin Center,
Arvana and Hancock.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 845 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of Deep South Texas, including the following
counties, Cameron and Hidalgo.
* WHEN...Until 845 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 647 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Harlingen, Mercedes, La Feria, Mercedes Junior High School,
Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School, Mercedes High School,
Mercedes Police Department, Mercedes Memorial Library, Taylor
Elementary School, La Feria High School, La Feria Public
Library, La Feria Police Department, La Feria North, Mcallen,
Bixby, Solis, Heidelberg and La Feria Reservoir.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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SAN ANTONIO — One of the most compassionate reactions to the death of Ken Starr this week came from an unlikely source — a woman whose life he turned into a punching bag and a punchline in the infamous Whitewater investigation of the 1990s.
Monica Lewinsky, now an anti-bullying activist, had no reason to be gracious about one of her tormentors.
But she was.
“As I’m sure many can understand,” she wrote on Twitter, “my thoughts about Ken Starr bring up complicated feelings…But of more importance, is that I imagine it’s a painful loss for those who love him.”
Starr probably wouldn’t have been as generous in kind.
Lewinsky was a White House intern when she had a consensual sexual relationship with then-President Bill Clinton and became fodder for the politically charged inquiry.
It started as an investigation into real-estate investments but like a cancer, it metastasized into several other areas, ending with tawdry conclusions in his infamous “Starr Report.”
Portions of it read like a trashy novel, “Sex on the Potomac.”
But the report helps encapsulate Starr’s legal career, which was also a political career defined by right-wing ideology.
It didn’t end well.
In part, he pursued such sex and politics case work as a defense attorney, special prosecutor, judge and self-appointed overseer of national impropriety.
He reminded me of comedian Dana Carvey’s famous “Saturday Night Live” sketch character, the Church Lady, the pious Enid Strict with a talk show called “Church Chat.”
As fans could say of Carvey’s Strict, critics could say of Starr, it always came back to sex.
That was true of Starr’s Whitewater investigation, which grew to include Clinton’s affair with Lewinsky, and in Starr’s defense of sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, accused of having sex with underage girls.
Epstein’s case could have implicated prominent politicians and corporate leaders on both sides of the aisle, including Clinton and former president Donald Trump.
Still, Starr orchestrated a deal that gave Epstein an 18-month sentence. Epstein’s death in prison was ultimately ruled a suicide. His accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell got a 20-year sentence this summer for her role in Epstein’s international sex trafficking operation.
That wasn’t the only case in which Starr helped an alleged child molester. He wrote a letter of support for teacher Christopher Kloman at the Potomac School. Kloman received a 43-year sentence for the molestation of five girls at the school in McLean, Virginia.
From Lewinsky to Baylor University, where he was president, Starr’s legacy was misogynistic and synonymous with investigations or charges involving sexual relationships, sexual harassment, sexual assault, rape and sexual predators.
Starr may have defended Trump in his 2020 impeachment case, but it was in support of a man accused by dozens of women of sexual harassment and sexual assault.
That’s in addition to the multitude of cases against Trump’s activities before, during and after he left the White House, including inciting the Jan. 6 insurrection and the handling of top-secret files now under investigation.
Starr also had the dubious honor of hiring and mentoring future Supreme Court Justice Brett Cavanaugh, whose nomination hearings included testimony from a classmate who said she was sexually assaulted by him decades earlier. She was entirely credible.
At Baylor, Starr was removed as president for his failure to protect students who were raped and sexually assaulted by other students, notably members of its football team.
Starr tried to retain his chancellor and teaching duties but that didn’t last.
Baylor remains in denial, putting out a statement about Starr’s death, never mentioning his sins and crimes. It chose instead to focus on Starr’s prowess as a fundraiser and the infrastructure he helped build.
Starr had a San Antonio connection. The Texas native graduated from Sam Houston High School, where he was voted most likely to succeed.
According to a 1998 Washington Post story, “The roots of Ken Starr’s morality plays,” he attended Harding University for two years and sold Bibles door-to-door to help pay for college costs.
His credentials were impressive. He earned degrees from George Washington, Brown and Duke universities and clerked for former Chief Justice Warren Burger.
He served as a U.S. circuit judge for the District of Columbia and as solicitor general under President George H.W. Bush. Starr was briefly considered to fill a Supreme Court vacancy, but that seat went to David Souter instead.
People may most remember him for the Starr Report, but his life is better suited for study as a powerful man who was always on the wrong side of history.
That’s his legacy. Monica Lewinsky was just too nice to say it.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
702 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central Lipscomb
County through 745 PM CDT...
At 702 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles north of Lipscomb, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Lipscomb, Follett and Darrouzett.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3620 10042 3642 10046 3650 10010 3650 10001
3646 10000 3618 10000
TIME...MOT...LOC 0002Z 260DEG 15KT 3633 10025
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
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Daniel and Shandra Sarasio Meyer met during a theatre production at Augustana College in Sioux Falls. However, BrickStreet Theatre’s production of Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap marks the first time the couple will work together as co-directors.
“It is great directing with Dan, as he is my favorite person to spend time with,” said Shandra, who was recently stage manager for BrickStreet’s It’s a Wonderful Life. “I’m thankful I can lean into his knowledge and directing experience, as I have a lot yet to learn.”
Dan has directed the spring play for Forest City High School the past 23 years. Now he and Shandra lead a cast of eight adults as they bring this classic whodunit to life.
“While adults have fewer scheduling conflicts and take greater responsibility memorizing lines, there are many similarities,” said Dan. “For instance, with both high school and community theatre, you have a mix of skill levels with everyone helping and learning from one another.”
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The Mousetrap cast members come from five North Iowa communities and represent a range of experience from novice to seasoned performer.
“That’s what community theatre does especially well,” said Dan. “There’s a wealth of experience and wisdom mixed with the fresh energy of those newer to the stage. As a director, it’s a privilege to help it work together.”
Shandra notes that the melding together creates an excitement and synergy.
“Everyone gets invested,” she said. “They might not have known one another a few weeks ago, but now you see people pairing off when not on stage to run lines or staying after rehearsal to chat.”
The cast includes Daelynn Coombs as Mollie Ralston, Kyle Ennis as Christopher Wren, Joy Newcom as Mrs. Boyle, Chris Ebbers as Major Metcalf, and Quiliano Anderson as Mr. Paravacini – all of Forest City. Ray McQueen of Clear Lake is Giles Ralston. Dani Schon of Belmond is Miss Casewell. Matt Holub of Mason City is Sergeant Trotter, and Mike Brown of Garner is the Radio Announcer. Brian Moeller of Forest City is understudy.
The Sarasio Meyers have also brought in crew members new to BrickStreet.
“To have a successful community theatre, you need new talent coming in, bringing new energy,” said Shandra, a former BrickStreet board member. Dan hopes the trend continues.
“One of the things I hope happens with The Mousetrap is for audience members to see the show and think ‘I could do that. I could help make something like this happen one day,’” he said.
Shandra added that the intimate feeling of BrickStreet’s new space on Highway 69 South helps create that type of experience. The space is described as having a Blackbox feel.
“Audiences are so close to the action they are practically on stage already,” she said. “While BrickStreet shows have a professional atmosphere, their production and rehearsal processes are tailored to everyone who has a love of theatre.”
Both directors are fans of Agatha Christie. When presented with the opportunity to direct, they looked forward to bringing the author’s skilled storytelling to life.
“I’ve always enjoyed her masterful twists and character development,” said Dan. “Her characters have depth with very few shallow moments. This is a particularly masterful script with magnificent turns and twists.”
Shandra noted that while the story is about solving a murder, author Christie managed to slip in humorous moments as well.
“There are some great comedic parts that our cast does a great job with,” she said. “I think audiences will enjoy the mix of intrigue and humor.”
In The Mousetrap, an unlikely group of diverse travelers learn about one another when they become snowbound together. Five of the Monkswell Manor tenants become murder suspects along with the lodge’s owners, a newlywed couple who struggles to keep panic at bay.
The show holds the distinction of being the longest, continuously running play in the world. The Mousetrap opened in London’s West End in 1952 and ran continuously until a global pandemic shuttered it in March 2020. BrickStreet’s version of this murder mystery runs Sept. 30, Oct. 1-2, and Oct. 7-9. The curtain opens at 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.
This production will be performed in BrickStreet Theatre’s new location at 1305 Highway 69 South in Forest City. The space houses the organization’s offices, costumes, props, and scene shop. The organization currently has a capital campaign under way to raise funds for improved theatrical lighting, sound, and audience seating.
Tickets are available at www.brickstreettheatre.org or at the door, if available. They may be also purchased by leaving a message with the BrickStreet Box Office at 641-585-1800.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
615 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 700 PM CDT
FOR SOUTHEASTERN LIPSCOMB COUNTY...
At 615 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southeast of
Lipscomb, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to roofs, siding, and trees is possible. Hail
damage to vehicles is expected.
Locations impacted include...
Lipscomb and Higgins.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading
killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to
be struck by lightning.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 645 PM CDT
FOR NORTHWESTERN ARMSTRONG...NORTHEASTERN RANDALL...SOUTHWESTERN
CARSON AND SOUTHEASTERN POTTER COUNTIES...
At 616 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of
Panhandle, moving east at 20 mph.
SOURCE...Public.
Amarillo, Panhandle, Claude, Washburn and Pantex.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
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The brand new Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii has seen “first light” and begun doing science—and it celebrated the occasion with four incredible new close-up images of the Sun.
They’re stunning follow-ups to its highest resolution ever image of the Sun’s surface published just after its construction in 2020.
Now the largest solar ‘scope in the world, the 13 foot/four-meter ground-based Inouye is positioned about 10,000 feet above sea level at Haleakalā Observatories in Maui. Built by NSF’s National Solar Observatory and managed by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA), Inouye has been 20 years in the making.
It’s hoped that Inouye will lead to a leap forward in scientists’ understanding the sun and its impacts on our planet.
The four new images of the Sun, which were taken during June and July, each measure 10,000 pixels square, making each 100 megapixels in size.
Three of them are of the chromosphere, the lower region of the Sun’s atmosphere above the surface. It appears as a pinkish, reddish band around the Moon during the totality phase of a total solar eclipse.
All four images shows a region of around 51,000 miles/82,500 kilometers across at a resolution of 11 miles/18 kilometres per pixel. Some images include the Earth for scale.
“NSF’s Inouye Solar Telescope is the world’s most powerful solar telescope that will forever change the way we explore and understand our sun,” said Sethuraman Panchanathan, National Science Foundation (NSF) Director. “Its insights will transform how our nation, and the planet, predict and prepare for events like solar storms.”
A solar storm sees a mass of charged solar particles ejected into space from the Sun that can arrive at Earth a few days later. Scientists are hoping that Inouye will help increase the warning time for serious solar storms from hours to days.
Solar storms are becoming more frequent in recent months as Solar Cycle 26 hots-up. The Sun has a roughly 11-years cycle that sees its wax and wane in terms of solar activity. Some predict it could be the strongest since records began. The new Inouye Solar Telescope will get a ringside seat as the Sun waxes towards its “solar maximum” in 2024-2025.
The final image, below, shows the Sun’s surface. In it you can see turbulent “boiling” plasma that covers the entire star. The cell-like structures are violent motions that transport heat from the inside of the sun to its surface. The hot solar plasma rises in the bright centers of these cells, cools off, then sinks below the surface in dark lanes in a process known as convection.
Inouye is the world’s largest solar telescope both in terms of the size of its mirror and its aperture. Its genius is in how it remains cool despite being pointed directly at the Sun. Ice is produced at the observatory at night, and there are seven miles of piping to distribute coolant throughout. There are cooling plates on the dome enclosing the telescope that stabilize the temperature around it, while a liquid-cooled metal “donut” blocks most of the sunlight’s energy from the main mirror.
Formerly known as the Advanced Technology Solar Telescope, DKIST was renamed to honour Daniel K. Inouye, a late US senator from Hawaii, who was a tireless proponent of science, technology, engineering and math.
Wishing you clear skies and wide eyes.
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OPPD solar use at .1%, district's learning how to incorporate more into the grid
The next wave is getting up to 600 megawatts of solar. OPPD plans to start construction of an 81 solar megawatts project located just south of Yutan next year. They also have a pilot project for solar storage near Weeping Water.
The next wave is getting up to 600 megawatts of solar. OPPD plans to start construction of an 81 solar megawatts project located just south of Yutan next year. They also have a pilot project for solar storage near Weeping Water.
The next wave is getting up to 600 megawatts of solar. OPPD plans to start construction of an 81 solar megawatts project located just south of Yutan next year. They also have a pilot project for solar storage near Weeping Water.
The Omaha Public Power District is dead set on hitting its net zero carbon emissions goal by 2050. That means the use of alternative energy like natural gas, wind and solar.
Currently, OPPD uses .1 percent of solar energy for the entire district but plans to expand that in the coming years.
Using solar energy is not as easy as flipping a switch but Exist Green owner, Leigh Neary said she's always wanted solar panels on her roof.
"We have a 5-kilowatt system about 16 panels are up there," Neary said.
Neary runs an eco-friendly shop in Dundee.
She said even though she's in an eco-bubble, the conversation about solar energy has grown.
"I think people need to realize, with the cost of inflation and with the cost of energy going up, it is definitely something to look into," Neary said.
OPPD will be the first ones to admit solar energy has taken time and will continue to take time. Alternative energy program manager Courtney Kennedy said they've learned a thing or two over the years.
"It's a very small portion of how we serve load," Kennedy said.
The district wants to expand. Right now, OPPD has a five-kilowatt solar power panel farm in Fort Calhoun.
"It's given us now almost three years of experience contracting, building and operating solar in our system," Kennedy said.
The next wave is getting up to 600 megawatts of solar. OPPD plans to start construction of an 81-megawatt solar project located just south of Yutan in 2023.
They also have a pilot project for solar storage near Weeping Water that was funded by the Nebraska Environmental Trust. Kennedy said that is OPPD's first experience with how batteries will operate. OPPD is not producing enough solar energy to store it. It's immediately sent to power the community.
"We have all of our customers ramping up their air conditioners doing all their operations so it really is absorbed by our customers," Kennedy said.
Graham Christensen with GC ReVOLT, LLC said the district has made several changes as they push for their 2050 goal.
"There needs to be more work in the solar industry to allow everyone to be on a level playing field," Christensen said.
GC ReVOLT, LLC installs alternative energy solutions around Omaha.
Christensen said through President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, homeowners will be able to save more when installing solar panels through tax credits.
The Inflation Reduction Act said rebates will remain at 30 percent potentially cutting the price down for installation by thousands of dollars.
Locally, OPPD opened up the kilowatt limit to allow for more solar energy use.
"So, those background is really around allowing an increase in net metering which allows a customer to use more solar energy. That used to be a 25 KWh limit, recently that's been updated to 100 KWh limit," Kennedy said.
Neary's already seeing some payoff with her panels which cost her nearly $20,000 to install.
"We've generated about $3,000 worth of solar power that I would have had to pay for. That's $3,000 that I've already gotten back in four years of operation," Neary said.
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NASA's Mars Perseverance rover finds diversity, hints of microbial life in ancient lake bed rocks
NASA scientists said Thursday the Mars Perseverance rover found biologically-interesting rocks in an ancient lake bed that could indicate microbial life existed on the red planet billions of years ago.
After launching from Cape Canaveral, Florida, in July 2020, NASA successfully landed its second rover, Perseverance, on Mars in February 2021. Along for the ride was a 4-pound helicopter named Ingenuity that has been a wild success showing controlled flights can be made on Mars.
Since its touchdown, Percy has been roving around on the site of a dried-up ancient Martian river delta known as the Jezero Crater. The robot has seven science instruments, including cameras and two microphones that recorded the sounds of wind on Mars and its landing.
On Thursday, mission managers provided an update on what the rover had discovered while exploring 8 miles of the Jezero Crater. The area was likely a lake more than 3.5 billion years ago, which is why NASA landed the rover there, to search in an ancient habitable environment for evidence of life.
"This mission is not looking for extant life things that are alive today," Ken Farley, Perseverance project scientist, said. "Instead, we're looking into the very distant past when Mars climate was very different than it is today, much more conducive to life."
In more than 550 Sols, or Martian days, Farley said Perseverance has found that the history of the crater floor is more complicated than expected. Based on the findings of ingenious rock formed from volcanic activity, the science team now believes before holding a lake bed, the crater had some active volcanic activity, even a lava lake.
Rocks to be excited about: Wildcat Ridge and Skinner Ridge
Scientists said several rock samples collected on Mars contain organic molecules associated with life. Two rock samples, in particular, were collected from rocks the team has named Wildcat Ridge and Skinner Ridge, which have the science team excited. The stones were named after trails in the Shenandoah National Park.
The rocks, about 66 feet (20 meters) apart, offered very diverse samples, but each with a high science value, said Perseverance sample return scientist David Shuster. However, both samples have something in common.
"Both of these rocks are composed of sediments that were transported by liquid water," Shuster said, adding both rocks experienced alterations involving water. "Thus, these rocks formed and record indications of a habitable environment."
Using the rover's instrument called Scanning Habitable Environments with Raman & Luminescence for Organics & Chemicals, or SHERLOC, to analyze the area where the rover collected the samples, the team found the highest concentration of organic matter yet during the mission. Organic matter, considered the building blocks of life, can be created through processes that involve life but also other circumstances, like geologic activity, not involving life.
"If this is a treasure hunt for potential signs of life on another planet, organic matter is a clue. And we're getting stronger and stronger clues as we're moving through our Delta campaign," Perseverance SHERLOC instrument scientist Sunanda Sharma said. "I personally find these results so moving because it feels like we're in the right place with the right tools at a very pivotal moment."
The samples are about the size of a pinky and are stored in tubes until a follow-up mission can pick up the Martian rocks from Perseverance in 2030.
What's ahead? A critical robotic handoff
The rover's biggest job is still to come.
Perseverance continues to take rock core samples and scout potential sample landing sites for a robotic sample-return mission.
To bring the first samples from Mars back to Earth, NASA and the European Space Agency have an elaborate plan involving a fleet of robots, including the Perseverance rover, a new Martian lander, a sample-catching spacecraft and two tiny helicopters.
The two space agencies simplified the original Mars sample return campaign mission, removing a sample fetch rover and its associated lander. NASA and ESA managers said they changed the plan because of the expected longevity of Perseverance, and the Ingenuity helicopter's success, which has now completed 29 flights on Mars.
NASA Science Mission Directorate Associate Administrator Thomas Zurbuchen said the plan was always to have two methods of getting the samples back to Earth, using Perseverance or another rover for the handoff.
Instead of an additional rover, the plan is to use two tiny helicopters as the backup option and Percy as the primary. The rover is the primary means to get the samples to the Sample Retrieval Lander, which will carry the Mars Ascent Vehicle and ESA's robotic transfer arm.
Percy will also deposit a sample cache in the river delta as an "insurance policy" option before moving on to more ancient terrain on Mars. Future missions could pick up those samples.
The ultimate goal is to get the first Mars soil and rock samples back to Earth for a detailed analysis.
Sharma said bringing the rock cores back to Earth is the surest way to confirm the organic matter the science team believes it has found in the Mars rock samples.
"Obviously, the instruments that we have in the rover are extraordinary, and the fact that we can make these observations of organic molecules on Mars, to begin with, it is just awesome," Sharma said. "But it's really the level of detail spatially that that will be different here on Earth."
NASA's head of planetary science, Lori Glaze said what the rover has found so far tells the team they picked the right spot on Mars to explore.
"Just the complete body of work that's been completed by this incredible Perseverance team to date tells me that we not only went to the right place, but we sent the right spacecraft with the right science instruments to explore this amazing ancient environment on Mars," Glaze said.
Over the next few months, Perseverance will explore an area known as the Enchanted Lake to collect more samples.
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WFO MIDLAND/ODESSA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 15, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
740 PM CDT Thu Sep 15 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern
Andrews, eastern Gaines and southwestern Dawson Counties through 830
PM CDT...
At 740 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13
miles southeast of Seagraves Airport, or 14 miles southeast of
Seagraves, moving south at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
McKenzie Lake.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3292 10229 3260 10209 3252 10232 3252 10240
3286 10249
TIME...MOT...LOC 0040Z 339DEG 15KT 3282 10236
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.88 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR EAST CENTRAL GAINES AND
NORTHWESTERN DAWSON COUNTIES WILL EXPIRE AT 745 PM CDT...
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe
limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property.
Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However gusty
winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.
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What a dream it must be to be Marilyn Monroe, a starstruck assistant tells her. “Everyone would give their right arm to be you!”
And we cringe, as we'll do many times during Andrew Dominik’s brutal, bruising and often beautiful “Blonde,” starring a heartbreaking Ana de Armas. This time, it's because we already know that Norma Jeane, the real person underneath, is giving so much more than her right arm to be Marilyn. An arm would be getting off easy. She’s giving her body, her sanity, her dignity, her health and probably her very soul to be Marilyn.
There’s a lot that “Blonde,” written and directed by Dominik with some stunning cinematography by Chayse Irvin, is. Let’s first clarify what it isn’t.
It is not a biopic, not in a familiar sense. It is not chronological, nor an attempt at a complete account. Most crucially, it’s not factual — it’s based on a novel, “Blonde” by Joyce Carol Oates.
And as for the performance at its core — de Armas’ committed, fearless, leap of faith of a performance — well, it’s not an imitation. And so the complaints circulating about her accent, saying her native Cuban inflection sometimes peeks through, are absurd and irrelevant. De Armas digs so deep to play Marilyn, she could be speaking ancient Greek and it wouldn’t affect the emotional truth she finds here.
What “Blonde” IS is ambitious. Far-reaching, at times perhaps too far. And frequently gorgeous, especially in expertly rendered scenes of old-fashioned Hollywood glitz, mainly in black-and-white — the endless flashbulbs popping (and sounding like gunshots) on the red carpet, the fans ogling, their faces sometimes distorted by lust. There are wonderful recreations of scenes from movies like “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” and “The Seven Year Itch.”
Less convincing are the moments when we see sperm traveling toward an egg to indicate pregnancy, or a fetus that talks reprovingly to its future mother. Subtlety is not a goal here. A yet thornier question involves the fine line between displaying the horrific exploitation of a character, and contributing to that exploitation. As with many works of art, even as skillful as this, there’s no easy answer, and different moments cut different ways.
We begin at the beginning — and an awful beginning it is. Young Norma Jeane (an affecting Lily Fisher) lives alone with her mother (Julianne Nicholson, superb and terrifying) who’s slowly descending into madness. On her birthday, her mother shows the little girl a picture of a handsome man who, she says, was her father. The girl will ache for him from that day forward. Life is not safe with her mother, and when the woman finally has a total breakdown (the mother-daughter scenes are traumatic) Norma Jeane soon ends up at an orphanage.
Flash forward to adult Marilyn, showing up for a big audition with a studio head — who rapes her. Later, when asked by future husband Joe DiMaggio how she got started in movies, her mind goes straight to the rape. Outwardly, she will say only, with hollow eyes: “I guess I was discovered.”
One of the stranger elements here is Marilyn’s (fictional) friendship with the sons of Edward G. Robinson and Charlie Chaplin, with whom she becomes a threesome in every way. Around this time she gets pregnant, and the studio arranges an abortion. When the ordeal is over, the song “Bye, Bye Baby” comes on the soundtrack — one of several on-the-nose music cues (when she's dropped at the orphanage, we hear “Everybody Needs a Da-Da-Daddy” from Monroe’s “Ladies of the Chorus”).
DiMaggio, the retired baseball legend (an excellent Bobby Cannavale), promises Marilyn a decent, respectable life but is consumed by jealousy. He instructs the wife who calls him “Daddy” to do movies where she isn’t so sexy. That doesn’t quite work when “The Seven Year Itch” requires her to stand on the subway grate and have her white dress billow up around her waist. Dominik recreates this famous scene beautifully, and shows DiMaggio smoldering with rage while watching the shooting, amid ogling fans.
Like Cannavale, Adrien Brody is wonderfully cast as Marilyn’s next husband, playwright Arthur Miller, a cerebral man who is amazed at her actual intellect — she reads Chekhov! — and offers what she hopes will be a stable life in Connecticut. She gets pregnant but tragedy strikes again. Soon, Marilyn will be hitting the pills, the bottles, and the bottles of pills.
Then, of course, there is JFK. We don’t see the famous “Happy Birthday Mr. President” performance. But in 1962 (the year of her actual death) Marilyn is whisked by the president’s handlers to a hotel room, and the film never seems quite so depressing as in the sordid task that awaits her, presaged in her earlier, plaintive question to his men: “Am I room service?”
It’s probable this scene explains the film’s NC-17 rating. In any case it encapsulates the indignity that accompanied Norma Jeane’s transformation into one of the enduring figures of 20th century pop culture. If it was Marilyn that initially saved Norma Jeane, Dominik is saying, it was also Marilyn that overwhelmed her, suffocated her, and probably killed her.
“Blonde,” a Netflix release, has been rated NC-17 by the Motion Picture Association of America for “some sexual content.” Running time: 166 minutes. Three stars out of four.
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MPAA definition of NC-17: No one 17 and under admitted.
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